Century-old time capsule found at Minnesota high school
The superintendent said the discovery of the time capsule marks a "historic event for our community."
The superintendent said the discovery of the time capsule marks a "historic event for our community."
As the state tournament tips off, one high school athlete is making quite the comeback. Mike Max caught up with his family at the Target Center.
The Totino-Grace boy's basketball team captured the 3A crown in 2022 and 2023. As this year's state tournament arrives, the three-peat is next on the list.
Hannah and John Halverson have been putting on skates since they were toddlers. They're not only brother and sister, they're also twins. As WCCO's Jason Rantala reports, the two can now add state championships to their names.
Chanhassen pulled off one of the biggest boys hockey upsets in recent memory last week when they beat Minnetonka in the section final. Ren Clayton caught up with the Storm, as they ready themselves for their first state tournament.
Caitlin Clark isn't the only one breaking records. A senior on the St. Croix Lutheran girls basketball team just broke a huge high school record that stood for over a decade. WCCO's Marielle Mohs introduces us to the girl with the golden shot.
The last match up of the night to determine who moves onto the semi-finals will be Edina versus Northfield. WCCO's Marielle Mohs caught up with the Hornets who are used to success, but are not underestimating any team going into this tournament.
The girls hockey state tournament starts this week and Hill-Murray is one of the favorites. Ren Clayton introduces us to their biggest weapon, who has a unique backstory: goalie Grace Zhan.
The Cross Country Ski World Cup Tour is about to make its stop here in Minneapolis. This week also contains the high school cross country skiing state tournament. Ren Clayton caught up with a top prep skier as the sport reaches a boiling point.
An investigation is underway after a Minnetonka High School student was injured by another student on Tuesday.
The number one ranked Minnetonka boys hockey team is undefeated and looks to be a on a collision course back to the state title game. Ren Clayton caught up with their top-scorer, who's leading the way.
Classes are canceled Friday for St. Louis Park High School after two separate fights broke out on Thursday, according to the district's website.
Hearts are heavy in a Minnesota's hockey community, as it mourns the loss of a promising student athlete. Mikayla McCarvel was in a car crash the day after Christmas. After weeks of fighting, the 18-year-old died Tuesday in the hospital. Ubah Ali was in Shakopee for the touching tribute.
CBS affiliate KCCI has footage of the scene from Perry High School in Iowa after reports of a shooting. This is a developing story.
The Minnetonka Skippers come out to Plymouth to take on the Wayzata Trojans on home ice. WCCO's Ren Clayton tells us how this nail-biter ended.
Lakeville South's Nolan Greene hits an incredible 75-foot buzzer beater shot to win their game against the Farmington Tigers.
Senior defender Carly Humphrey has played hockey since she was little.
Even though Minnesota is the "State of Hockey," that state is struggling to keep girls interested in skating. As numbers drop, high schools are merging to stay alive.
Melvin Wallace immigrated to America as a middle school student to be with his parents; he learned the sport quickly and joined the high school team his junior year.
2023 was a banner year for the Rochester Mayo Girls Tennis team.
Two fights broke out amongst students at St. Cloud Tech High School on Wednesday.
It's the story of not one school, but several, coming together. Several charter schools formed one football program, and this is their first season, learning the lessons of the game at the varsity level.
There are two teams that have been trending in the north suburbs -- Anoka and Centennial. That's where we find Ren Clayton for this week's High School Sports Rally featured game.
Tonight, it's sweatshirts, gloves and blankets for fans in the stands. Fall football is finally here.
Armstrong and St. Thomas Academy got our attention tonight and the attention of fans. That's where we find Ren Clayton.
Save hundreds on TVs from top brands like Samsung, LG, TCL and more with Best Buy's Memorial Day deals.
A strike could begin in early to mid-June. If it does happen, crossing through the border could take more than 10 hours.
Boating creates $6.9 billion a year for the state's economy, supporting nearly 26,000 jobs and more than 700 businesses. Every year in Minnesota, more than $1 billion is spent on new boats, engines, trailers, and accessories.
Joe Ryan pitched seven smooth innings for the Minnesota Twins, who got a two-run homer by Jose Miranda and a three-run shot from Trevor Larnach and hung on to beat the Kansas City Royals 6-5 in the opener of a four-game series.
In 2018, quadriplegia changed Linda Hood's body, but her will is the same — especially after she realized the basic task of using a public restroom was now alarmingingly complicated.
Boating creates $6.9 billion a year for the state's economy, supporting nearly 26,000 jobs and more than 700 businesses. Every year in Minnesota, more than $1 billion is spent on new boats, engines, trailers, and accessories.
In 2018, quadriplegia changed Linda Hood's body, but her will is the same — especially after she realized the basic task of using a public restroom was now alarmingingly complicated.
Jessie Wong creates flavors and authentic Szechuan cooking in the heart of downtown Minneapolis
The U.S. Department of Justice recently proposed a rule that would shift marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug classification, a significant change in federal policy that could impact cannabis businesses in states that have legalized it for recreational use.
Enduring rain was a simple sacrifice to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice this Memorial Day, as hundreds gathered at the Fort Snelling National Cemetery Monday to reflect and remember.
A strike could begin in early to mid-June. If it does happen, crossing through the border could take more than 10 hours.
Boating creates $6.9 billion a year for the state's economy, supporting nearly 26,000 jobs and more than 700 businesses. Every year in Minnesota, more than $1 billion is spent on new boats, engines, trailers, and accessories.
The U.S. Department of Justice recently proposed a rule that would shift marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug classification, a significant change in federal policy that could impact cannabis businesses in states that have legalized it for recreational use.
There will be plenty of events across Minnesota to honor the service and sacrifice of our fallen soldiers.
A man was seriously hurt by a knife late Saturday night amid a struggle with a central Minnesota deputy.
Robert Atwell says he won't step down when his term ends this month. Atwell said in his email that he hoped that his "temporary continuation" as a regent will support communication between legislators and the regents.
A Wisconsin judge has sentenced a man to almost 20 years in prison in connection with a 2016 firebombing incident.
Minnesotans will clog the interstates, county highways and back roads this Memorial Day weekend as they head north to cabin country or across the border to Wisconsin.
"This has been a long, long saga shall we say for many of us growing up," said Terry Lundberg, president of the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center.
Officials confirmed that multiple tornadoes touched down in southern Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Tuesday evening.
In 2018, quadriplegia changed Linda Hood's body, but her will is the same — especially after she realized the basic task of using a public restroom was now alarmingingly complicated.
Jessie Wong creates flavors and authentic Szechuan cooking in the heart of downtown Minneapolis
A familiar sound was missing at one high school graduation ceremony on Friday evening.
Four years ago, George Floyd was murdered by then-officer Derek Chauvin. The images are for many seared into memory, never to be dislodged. However, at a Twin Cities teen summit this week, young people worked to meet the challenge of moving forward.
Ahead of Memorial Day weekend, a ceremony was held honoring Robert Hanley at his hospice facility, sharing cake and stories with friends and family.
The U.S. Department of Justice recently proposed a rule that would shift marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug classification, a significant change in federal policy that could impact cannabis businesses in states that have legalized it for recreational use.
Enduring rain was a simple sacrifice to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice this Memorial Day, as hundreds gathered at the Fort Snelling National Cemetery Monday to reflect and remember.
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is under the spotlight again after a manager failed to consult a collections committee before purchasing a 21-star flag, supposedly from 1818 when Illinois became the 21st state to join the Union.
Robert Atwell says he won't step down when his term ends this month. Atwell said in his email that he hoped that his "temporary continuation" as a regent will support communication between legislators and the regents.
The Libertarian Party nominated party activist Chase Oliver for president, rejecting Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s bid for the nomination.
A strike could begin in early to mid-June. If it does happen, crossing through the border could take more than 10 hours.
Boating creates $6.9 billion a year for the state's economy, supporting nearly 26,000 jobs and more than 700 businesses. Every year in Minnesota, more than $1 billion is spent on new boats, engines, trailers, and accessories.
When you start a debt management plan, your credit cards are closed. In the short term, that does negatively impact your credit score, but once consumers finish paying down all the debt, they typically see a score increase of about 84 points.
Everyone is howling with the Minnesota Timberwolves as they chase the team's first-ever championship.
Minnesota has two new "million-dollar cities" where the median home prices are now in the seven figures.
Police say three people were injured in a drive-by shooting at a graduation party in St. Paul on Sunday night.
A man in a New York City subway station was burned when police say a fellow rider doused him in flaming liquid that set his shirt on fire.
Three women were hurt in a shooting early Sunday morning at a gathering near a St. Paul marina.
The Stillwater correctional facility remains on lockdown Monday after two corrections officers were attacked by inmates over the weekend.
A man was seriously hurt by a knife late Saturday night amid a struggle with a central Minnesota deputy.
The U.S. Department of Justice recently proposed a rule that would shift marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug classification, a significant change in federal policy that could impact cannabis businesses in states that have legalized it for recreational use.
For many Minnesotans, Memorial Day weekend marks the official start of boating season.
The Minnesota Department of Health says some patients at Hennepin Healthcare could have been exposed to measles after three siblings sought care there earlier this week.
For the past five years, WCCO has exposed the ongoing pollution problems at Water Gremlin. The plant has new owners and a new name, but its past will mean a better future for workers across Minnesota.
There's new research from the CDC that reveals a startling rise in the number of drownings across America since the pandemic.
Wactor was shot and killed when he interrupted three suspects in the midst of a catalytic converter theft in downtown LA early Saturday morning, according to family members.
Documentary filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, an Oscar nominee who focused on food and American diets, has died of cancer at age 53.
It's a great time to be a Timberwolves content creator, specifically podcasts. The content medium was barely in its infancy the last time the team was in the Western Conference finals.
After losing WrestleMania 41 to Las Vegas, Minneapolis has been tagged in to host two nights of WWE SummerSlam in 2026.
"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" topped Apple Music's list while Michael Jackson's "Thriller," Stevie Wonder's "Songs in the Key of Life" and Nirvana's "Nevermind" finished in the top 10.
Joe Ryan pitched seven smooth innings for the Minnesota Twins, who got a two-run homer by Jose Miranda and a three-run shot from Trevor Larnach and hung on to beat the Kansas City Royals 6-5 in the opener of a four-game series.
"It was disheartening to see [the goal] overturned. I think it was the right call, but it was still really hard to see," said Megan Skelly Payne.
"Bill Walton was truly one of a kind," NBA commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement.
Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving scored 33 points apiece and the Dallas Mavericks made all the big plays late again, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-107 for a 3-0 lead in the Western Conference finals.
Alina Muller scored 18:36 into the second overtime to give Boston a 1-0 win over Minnesota, sending the battle for the Walter Cup as the first Professional Women's Hockey League champion to a fifth game.
Each time the Midwest is hit with severe weather, the damage adds up and so do the insurance costs. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy explores how insurance companies are looking at how they can make up for all those payouts.
Each time the Midwest is hit with severe weather, the damage adds up and so do the insurance costs. Homeowners insurance rates have soared. In Iowa, insurers are not renewing policies leaving homeowners like Dave Langston of Cedar Rapids searching for new coverage.
Each time the Midwest is hit with severe weather, the damage adds up and so do the insurance costs. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy explores how insurance companies are looking at how they can make up for all those payouts. She spoke with Grace Arnold, the Commerce Department's commissioner. and WCCO's Director of Meteorology Mike Augustyniak.
Each time the Midwest is hit with severe weather, the damage adds up and so do the insurance costs. Homeowners insurance rates have soared. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy explores how insurance companies are looking at how they can make up for all those payouts. She spoke with Professor Andrew Whitman with the Carlson School of Management and Aaron Cocking, the president of the Insurance Federation of Minnesota.
The Minnesota Legislature reached a deal Saturday that looks like it will keep Uber and Lyft in Minnesota.
Claws, scales, teeth and tails: There's a place in Medford where alligators and snakes have taken over.
It's a rite of spring in the town of Atwater. When the weather gets warm, the racers get racing. But at this track, the vehicle of choice is a go-kart and most of the competition is too young for a driver's license.
Minnesotans like to explore, and now they'll have a chance to step into caves that haven't been explored in half a century.
John Lauritsen looks at how a Breezy Point barn went from housing buffalo and cattle to hosting customers and wedding parties.
It's one of the few covered bridges remaining in the Midwest, and it's seen a lot of traffic over the years.
Boating creates $6.9 billion a year for the state's economy, supporting nearly 26,000 jobs and more than 700 businesses. Every year in Minnesota, more than $1 billion is spent on new boats, engines, trailers, and accessories.
With the Wolves' playoff run, people want to know — does a good defense really win championships?
On this week's Good Question, WCCO's Jeff Wagner discovers whether or not we can improve our attention spans for the better.
From Seattle in the Northwest, to across the world in Spain, and right back in Minnesota, the human collective looked north for a few nights as a massive light show performed for one of its largest audiences ever.
A sweaty Sunday with temperatures pushing into the 80s might have forced many people to hit the showers. And for some, it could have been their second go 'round for the day.
Minnesotans were delighted by an otherworldly light show Friday night that was on a level the state hadn't seen in nearly two decades.
Many Minnesotans were treated to a stunning double rainbow on Thursday.
Nicolae Miu, a 54-year-old man from Prior, Lake, Minnesota was found guilty of six criminal charges, including first-degree reckless homicide. Miu's trial lasted eight days in a Hudson, Wisconsin courtroom.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
An early spring snowstorm made for many beautiful sights across the state of Minnesota over the weekend.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says scattered showers are likely Tuesday morning.
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 Mike Augustyniak says thundershowers will wind down quickly toward sunset but will not go away completely.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak is tracking the latest lines of rain moving through the metro area this Memorial Day holiday.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says the rain and chilly temperatures will likely stick around into Tuesday, but things are looking clearer by midweek.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says scattered showers are likely Tuesday morning.
Even with spotty weather for much of the holiday weekend, it’s safe to say thousands and thousands of boats hit the water in Minnesota. It’s a way of life — rain or shine. We wanted to know: How important is boating to Minnesota? And where does the state rank in terms of ownership? Good Question. Hop aboard as Jeff Wagner navigates the numbers.
As the unofficial start of summer begins, so does summer fun. But will it be an expensive one? Although inflation eased in April, prices still remain high, especially at the grocery store. Our Kirsten Mitchell did some number crunching to learn what items may be coming down.
Minnesota officials are keeping a close eye on an important dispute just to our north. Canadian border agents are preparing to go on strike. David Schuman explains why the consequences of that would be felt throughout the state.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says thundershowers will wind down quickly toward sunset but will not go away completely.