
Hennepin County reaches settlement with family of man who died in jail
The settlement comes as the Hennepin County Jail is facing new scrutiny from the state for chronically failing to meet legal standards and putting inmates at risk.
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The settlement comes as the Hennepin County Jail is facing new scrutiny from the state for chronically failing to meet legal standards and putting inmates at risk.
Mayor Jacob Frey on Thursday signed a resolution urging Hennepin County to speed up its timeline for closing down its downtown trash incinerator.
Jonah Kaplan reports how closing HERC may be difficult.
Nearly one in four registered voters in Hennepin County have also already voted. On Wednesday the county's top election official is sharing what you can expect come election night.
The Minnesota Supreme Court has ruled in favor of state Republicans in a dispute over election judges appointed to the Hennepin County Absentee Ballot Board.
The Minnesota Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Minnesota Republicans in a dispute over election judges appointed to the Hennepin County Absentee Ballot Board.
Inside Hennepin County Adult Detention Center, inmates are not only serving time but learning skills to keep them from coming back.
The 60-year-old woman had stopped her Ford Escape in the center lane of eastbound Interstate 94 near Brockton Lane after she hit a deer around 5:30 a.m.
A Hennepin County courier has been fired after a photo showing unattended boxes of ballots
Hennepin County officials say there is no evidence of tampering after a photo was posted to social media showing an open, unattended vehicle full of ballots.
The Hennepin County Attorney's Office announced on Wednesday it is asking the courts to adjust the sentencing of Jerome Nunn — a man originally sentenced to life in prison three decades ago — to time served in recognition of Nunn's rehabilitation.
Veteran homelessness is now considered rare, brief and non-reoccurring in Minnesota's most populous county.
Minnesota’s most populous county is now the country’s largest entity to achieve the goal of ending veteran homelessness.
At least 75 DNA samples at the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office Forensic Science Laboratory have potentially been contaminated.
When it came to politics, Marvin Johnson was not given much of a choice. In the late 70s, the city council appointed him to one of their open seats.
One of the longest-serving mayors in the entire country can be found right here in Minnesota. Marvin Johnson has run the town of Independence, Minnesota for 45 consecutive years. He's finally set to retire at the end of this term. John Lauritsen has Mayor Johnson's advice for others in politics.
A Minnesota man has spent nearly 16 years behind bars for a murder state and county leaders now say he didn't commit. A jury convicted Edgar Barrientos-Quintana for the murder of 18-year-old Jesse Mickelson in 2008. Monday, the Hennepin County Attorney joined the call to vacate the conviction. Kirsten Mitchell breaks down the latest on the case and why even the victim's family wants him released.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty is joining the call to vacate the 2009 murder conviction of Edgar Barrientos-Quintana.
Hennepin County deputies were looking for someone else when they say 28-year-old Clint Hoyhtya opened fire.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced Thursday that deputies were justified in using deadly force during a shootout in Minnetonka earlier this year.
Three children under 16 were arrested in the west metro after leading police on a chase in a stolen luxury car Tuesday morning.
Moriarty mentioned several times the biggest challenge is how young some of the children involved are.
We're reporting on kids stealing cars a couple of times a week. But we're also searching for solutions. Ubah Ali sat down with the county's top prosecutor for a story you'll see only on WCCO.
In the first six months of the year, the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office says there were more than 4,000 reports of stolen vehicles in the county.
There are new details about a wild video of kids in stolen rides ripping by law enforcement. Thursday, police say they found one of those vehicles, but the case won't make it from the police to prosecutors. As Ubah Ali explains, that's part of the challenge when comes to cracking down on car crimes.
Two people are found dead after flames broke out in a garage, according to St. Paul police.
President Trump told Fox News' Bret Baier in an interview ahead of Super Bowl 2025 that he'd "love to" bring the country together, but "there's only one way to do it and that's massive success."
It's not harvest season in Minnesota, but a local organization is working to support and build up Black and Brown farmers across the state year-round.
There can be reasons to put off going to treatment, but two friends are removing one big barrier.
Rep. Ilhan Omar said the executive branch's recent actions have created a "constitutional crisis."
Two people are found dead after flames broke out in a garage, according to St. Paul police.
It's not harvest season in Minnesota, but a local organization is working to support and build up Black and Brown farmers across the state year-round.
There can be reasons to put off going to treatment, but two friends are removing one big barrier.
More than two years after a deadly Minneapolis shooting, the parents of 25 year-old Deveall McClendon are still seeking justice for his murder.
Those living in Minneapolis and St. Paul have 24 hours to get that done after a snow storm, but if you need some help, it's available to you thanks to a group called "Saintly City Snow Angels."
It's not harvest season in Minnesota, but a local organization is working to support and build up Black and Brown farmers across the state year-round.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has a busy year ahead with the state legislature back in session, clashing with new federal policies ordered by President Trump and mulling over whether to run for a third term.
A man has been charged with first-degree arson after lighting a cabin owned by the Boy Scouts of America on fire in September.
For more than 20 years, Jo Ann Clark found purpose in encouraging young people to see education as an achievable reality.
Snow will continue to fall Saturday morning following overnight flurries, giving way to a dry and cold rest of the weekend.
A unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that the swing state's nonpartisan top elections official can remain in her post despite not being reappointed and confirmed by the state Senate.
Authorities say slick road conditions contributed to a western Wisconsin crash that killed a 38-year-old man on Thursday.
The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association announced on Tuesday that 2,414 entries submitted for the 2025 U.S. Championship Cheese Contest.
A teen died after rear-ending a snow plow early Sunday morning in western Wisconsin.
Two anglers in search of sturgeon on the St. Croix River in Bayport were rescued on Monday night after going through the ice in a truck.
It's not harvest season in Minnesota, but a local organization is working to support and build up Black and Brown farmers across the state year-round.
There can be reasons to put off going to treatment, but two friends are removing one big barrier.
From keynote speakers and dedicated discussions to live performances and museum exhibits, the Twin Cities is providing many ways for everyone to celebrate Black History.
It's ten below zero in Montgomery Minnesota, but these ladies aren't bothered — they are focused.
The Stillwater community and beyond are rallying around a high school girls soccer coach while he recovers from a spinal injury.
President Trump told Fox News' Bret Baier in an interview ahead of Super Bowl 2025 that he'd "love to" bring the country together, but "there's only one way to do it and that's massive success."
Rep. Ilhan Omar said the executive branch's recent actions have created a "constitutional crisis."
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks with WCCO’s Esme Murphy about the state legislature, a new fraud investigations unit and clashing with new federal policies ordered by President Trump.
Trump's deportation plans are popular, but Americans say there's not enough focus on lowering prices.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has a busy year ahead with the state legislature back in session, clashing with new federal policies ordered by President Trump and mulling over whether to run for a third term.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has a busy year ahead with the state legislature back in session, clashing with new federal policies ordered by President Trump and mulling over whether to run for a third term.
Esme Murphy speaks with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about, or avoiding, during Trump's second term of his presidency.
Lynde's is paying $12,000 more a month for eggs compared to a year ago. The price spike has forced owner Mark Lynde to do something he's never done before.
The legislation would exempt school supplies like notebooks, pencils, pens, backpacks, calculators and more from sales tax, joining clothes, groceries and pharmaceutical drugs that don't face a surcharge.
Since 2007, the program known as "Come Home 2 Edina" has lent a total of $8.7 million, helping 183 families purchase homes in the city, said Affordable Housing Development Manager Stephanie Hawkinson.
More than two years after a deadly Minneapolis shooting, the parents of 25 year-old Deveall McClendon are still seeking justice for his murder.
A man has been charged with first-degree arson after lighting a cabin owned by the Boy Scouts of America on fire in September.
A 22-year-old Crystal man has pleaded guilty to five counts of production and attempted production of child pornography, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
An early morning standoff in Minneapolis on Friday ended with one man in custody and no injuries, according to the city's police department.
A longtime Twin Cities gas station employee is accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars in scratch-off tickets last year, according to the Dakota County Attorney's Office.
There can be reasons to put off going to treatment, but two friends are removing one big barrier.
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
It's no secret that many of us are glued to our phones. After all, 98% of Americans own one.
Shanon and William Schmidtknecht, of Poynette, say their 22-year-old son Cole was told the cost had jumped from $66 to $539 out-of-pocket. He tried to manage his condition with his rescue inhaler but suffered a fatal asthma attack days later.
A Twin Cities volunteer has just logged her 25,000th hour of service for one organization, the equivalent of 12-plus years of 40-hour weeks.
Rapper Kendrick Lamar is headlining the much-anticipated Super Bowl 2025 halftime show.
Need to know when the 2025 Super Bowl will start? And what time will it will end? Here are the key times to know.
Brands are paying millions to air their commercials during Super Bowl 2025. Here's what's behind the cost, and why advertisers say it's worth it.
A nine-hour documentary exploring the life of Prince will not be released on Netflix, and a new film will be produced by the Prince estate.
Kendrick Lamar swept all five categories he was nominated in, and Beyoncé finally won the coveted Album of the Year award.
Meet Giddy Unongo, a swimmer with autism at Minneapolis Southwest who is thriving with the help of two coaches. Plus, we catch up with a Minnetonka goaltender who may be one of the best in the country.
Matt Boldy had two goals and an assist and the Minnesota Wild scored the final five goals to beat the New York Islanders 6-3.
Jaden McDaniels had 30 points, 10 rebounds and four assists, Naz Reid scored 11 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter and the short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a 15-point deficit to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 114-98 on Saturday night.
Minnetonka goaltender and University of Minnesota commit, Layla Hemp, spoke to WCCO about her goals, aspirations and family legacy.
Rapper Kendrick Lamar is headlining the much-anticipated Super Bowl 2025 halftime show.
Esme Murphy speaks with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about, or avoiding, during Trump's second term of his presidency.
President Donald Trump has proved his policy announcements are unpredictable. But what does that mean for your money? In Talk Points, Esme Murphy spoke with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about or avoiding during a second Trump Presidency.
Supporters say sports betting has its best chance ever of passing the Minnesota Legislature this session, but there is a big if.
Supporters say sports betting has its best chance ever of passing the Minnesota Legislature this session, but there is a big if.
President Donald Trump is marching forward with his plan to remake the federal government. As promised, the president is following through on rewriting regulations for transgender men and women.
If you've been to southeastern Minnesota, you've likely come across Sugar Loaf Bluff.
In the basement of the Minnesota History Center, you'll find corridors of giant blue cabinets that are guarded by lock and key.
The story behind the St. James Hotel is simple: 11 business owners needed a place for people to stay when they came to town. Likely none of them envisioned their establishment would one day end up on the National Register of Historic Places.
During the first week of December, Little Falls holds Christmas tours around town. It's a chance for historic buildings to deck their halls and spread their cheer.
Duluth is known for its scenic views across the city, but one location stands out from the rest.
It's no secret that many of us are glued to our phones. After all, 98% of Americans own one.
The Bakken Museum in South Minneapolis allows people to learn about the awkward and sometimes painful feeling.
It seems to happen to a lot of us. At some point, we start to need reading glasses.
They happen to the best of us, and there's no controlling them. Hiccups are a part of life, but is there an actual cure for them?
Winter in Minnesota is also known by some as "soup season." For many of us, it's also prime hot chocolate or hot tea season. But have you ever wondered if those warm drinks actually warm you up?
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
Highs reach the upper teens in the afternoon with wind chills in the single digits. It will be mostly sunny all day.
In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says with the snow behind us, the focus is now on the cold that will be in place all week.
The snow is done. The cold is now the next big weather story. Overnight temps drop below zero. Sunday will have temps in the upper teens. Monday will be similar before the light snow Monday night.
The snow has stopped for now. Our temperatures drop below zero overnight and remain cold Sunday and headed into the work week. Lisa Meadows breaks down what you need to know ahead of our freeze.
Video shows a pile-up in the Lowry Tunnel on westbound Interstate 94 in Minneapolis.
Esme Murphy has the latest headlines and updates.
It's Black History Month and we want to take a few minutes to show you how a local organization is working to support and build up black and brown farmers across the state year-round. Our Beret Leone shows us Route 1 is innovating in the agricultural space.
Addiction and recovery is a subject that’s quite personal to many Minnesotans. The Department of Health says more people are in need of recovery suggesting 290,000 people need treatment. There can be reasons to put off going to treatment, but two friends are removing one big barrier.
Sunday night, a Minnesota-based brand, UNRL, will shine across your screen in a commercial during the Super Bowl. Look for the return of some familiar faces in a follow-up to last year’s ad. Frankie McLister sat down with the founder of the clothing company in the place where his major sports apparel business started — his mom’s basement.