How to stay cool as Twin Cities deal with dangerous temps
The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning across much of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Monday.
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The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning across much of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Monday.
The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning across much of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Monday.
As temperatures climb across the Twin Cities this week, veterinarians are reminding pet owners to keep a close eye on their animals.
The National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning across much of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Monday.
An area of high pressure in the southern region of the U.S. will steer heat into the upper Midwest on Sunday morning. The hot weather will persist through next week, according to meteorologist Mike Augustyniak.
Heat indices in the Twin Cities will reach 93 degrees on Sunday and 111 degrees on Monday, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says.
Dangerous heat is headed to Minnesota. As temperatures soar into the 90s, air conditioners will be working overtime. Photojournalist Ray Campos and Adam Duxter talk with experts who say a little maintenance now can go a long way during next week's hot weather.
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Korey Stringer's death at training camp for the Vikings in 2001 rocked our Minnesota, the NFL and the nation. His shocking death eventually changed the NFL. But his family has never stopped working to protect others.
It has been 24 years since Minnesota Viking Korey Stringer collapsed on the field at training camp — a shocking event that eventually reshaped the NFL.
Residents of a South Minneapolis apartment building say they've been without heat for weeks as a bitter blast of winter weather continues.
Residents of an apartment building in south Minneapolis say they've been without heat for weeks while temperatures bottom out. Caroline Cummings spoke to some who are concerned it won't get resolved soon enough.
The National Energy Assistance Directors Association expects winter average costs for gas heat to increase by 16% and 20% for electricity.
The cool down Minnesotans are feeling is setting the stage for winter. Experts say consumers will be paying more to heat their homes this season. Derek James has more on the surge and what you can do about it.
The thermometer may currently read 80 or 90 degrees, but now is the time when Minnesotans concerned about paying for energy costs this winter will want to create a payment plan so their heat isn't turned off.
Americans will pay 7.6% more to heat their homes this winter, study finds.
For those who like to crank the thermostat up during the winter, a new report showing data for the Midwest and other parts of the country says you should be prepared for a much higher price tag this season if you have electric heat.
Next weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says to prepare for the return of summer heat in the coming days, with above-average temperatures forecasted across Minnesota next week.
This is the 45th year of Minnesota Irish Fair. Organizers expect somewhere between 15,000 and 25,000 people to attend the event, which will take place on Harriet Island in St. Paul.
It was a little steamy for the start of the Irish Fair of Minnesota.
Falling trees tore down power lines late Sunday and into Monday, forcing thousands of people to swelter in the dangerous heat without electricity. As photojournalist Nick Lunemann and John Lauritsen show us, the outages forced some families to find shelter.
With a few hot days already under our belts this summer and likely more to come, it’s important to know the risks that come along with extreme heat. Chief of General Pediatrics at Children’s Minnesota Dr. Gigi Chawla has some advice.
The Fourth of July is great for boating or grilling for anyone who can handle the holiday heat. Next Weather Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso takes a look back at the extremes Minnesota has seen.
The extreme heat is not putting a damper on how Minnesotans celebrate the Fourth of July outdoors.
The extreme heat is not putting a damper on how people celebrate the holiday outdoors. WCCO’s Reg Chapman stopped by a farmers market to find out how people are staying cool.
