Hopkins father pleads guilty in daughter's asthma death
A 34-year-old Hopkins father has pleaded guilty to second-degree manslaughter in the death of his 9-year-old daughter one week after an asthma attack.
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A 34-year-old Hopkins father has pleaded guilty to second-degree manslaughter in the death of his 9-year-old daughter one week after an asthma attack.
A 36-year-old Hopkins mother has been sentenced to over three years in prison for second-degree manslaughter in the death of her 9-year-old daughter following an asthma attack.
School officials in the western Twin Cities say Black students have received racist text messages this week, part of a recent nationwide trend that the officials attributed to Donald Trump's presidential election win.
A Twin Cities mother pleaded guilty to manslaughter on Monday in connection with her 9-year-old daughter's asthma death.
A Twin Cities man has been sentenced to prison for murdering a woman who had a no-contact order against him for domestic abuse.
A Twin Cities man has pleaded guilty to murdering a woman who had a no-contact order against him for domestic abuse.
A 4-year-old boy who went missing in Hopkins on Sunday morning has been found dead, police said.
Dozens rallied Wednesday outside Hopkins High School after an alleged attack that Minnetonka police are investigating as a possible hate crime.
On Monday, more than 500 people heard Fine Sternberg speak at Hopkins High School for a special assembly commemorating Yom Hashoah, the Jewish day of remembrance for the Holocaust.
"Zero earned his name because he loves to spin in circles and because he is dark like the midnight hour also known as the zero hour in military time," HPD officials said.
A local business in Hopkins is getting a lot of love from the community.
More than 30 inflatable, 9-foot-tall Santa Clauses decorate Blake Road, spreading both across Hopkins and Edina.
A Hopkins man has been charged with murdering a woman who had a no contact order against him for domestic abuse.
Minnesota children's author Kate DiCamillo is known for her books. Now, her work is taking on a whole new form.
An overnight fire in Hopkins caused the evacuation of a seven-story apartment building.
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Minnesota kids led the charge, and now kindness is overflowing for a Twin Cities elementary school.
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His comrades came together Wednesday to celebrate his life and service to community, and Main Street was flanked with police squads, fire engines and trucks in honor of a man who served his community well.
"Today is shock. It'll be a hard few weeks," said Alyssa Kennedy, one of 10 grandchildren to Herb and Sharon Vassar.
A 43-year-old California man faces charges in connection to Monday morning's apartment shooting in Hopkins that left one man injured.
The shooter and victim "are believed to be related," police said.
Gronk completely surprised the Hopkins High School student body Monday, and delivered a check for $15,000 from his foundation.
On Friday, 60 students at Hopkins West Junior High learned just how powerful the sun can be.
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield explains the unlikely way a dream came true for a teen who has an incredibly rare disease.
During peak hours, the reduction of lanes along Interstate 94 in the Twin Cities reduces speeds to a snail's pace.
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards was slapped with his NBA-most 18th technical foul of the season on Friday.
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
At the Twin Cities Auto Show, some shoppers worry about what could be down the road following a 25% tariff on vehicles and auto parts imported into the U.S.
Tim Hughes, owner of Maverick's Roast Beef, has purchased an 80-year-old Dairy Queen in an attempt to breathe new life into an iconic piece of Roseville, Minnesota history.
During peak hours, the reduction of lanes along Interstate 94 in the Twin Cities reduces speeds to a snail's pace.
At the Twin Cities Auto Show, some shoppers worry about what could be down the road following a 25% tariff on vehicles and auto parts imported into the U.S.
Tim Hughes, owner of Maverick's Roast Beef, has purchased an 80-year-old Dairy Queen in an attempt to breathe new life into an iconic piece of Roseville, Minnesota history.
A University of Minnesota graduate student appeared in court on Friday in Minneapolis, two weeks after being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The Minneapolis Fire Department says crews rescued a person who may have suffered an overdose amid a building fire overnight Friday just east of downtown.
A fire in Perham, Minnesota, Friday morning has left a property management business heavily damaged.
A central Minnesota deputy and a motorcyclist collided when the deputy made a U-turn in his patrol car Thursday evening, officials said.
Investigators in Sherburne County, Minnesota, are looking into a wrong-way crash that sent a trooper and a carload of teenagers to the hospital.
ICE agents detained 33-year-old Aditya Harsono in Marshall, Minnesota, just days after his student visa was abruptly revoked.
Minnesotans may be wondering why they're hearing tornado sirens on Thursday. It's because of Severe Weather Awareness Week.
As the days get longer, they are getting warmer. And while Minnesota doesn't get as hot as other parts of the country, heat still causes problems.
You could feel pain at the pump if a pipeline just west of Minnesota doesn't get up and running again soon.
An assistant district attorney in Wisconsin faces multiple felony charges after allegedly telling a coworker three judges "need to bleed" for ruling against him.
A Brooklyn Park, Minnesota man has been charged after a Blue Plate Restaurant Company co-owner was killed by a driver while on a motorcycle Sunday.
A Wisconsin man is cycling towards a cure for Parkinson's disease. Dozens of bikers are set to take off in an annual Wisconsin fundraiser called Peloton4Parkinson's at the end of April.
Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Cheap Trick and Ludacris are slated to headline Taste of Minnesota this year.
Low enrollment at Chelsea Heights Elementary School has impacted funding for music and arts programs, leaving staff to figure out how they will still deliver creative classes for students.
Avianah Drakeford was born with sickle cell disease, a genetic disorder that negatively affects how blood moves around the body. It's not life-threatening, but it is life-altering.
Yolanda Saldívar was denied parole, the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles confirmed in a statement posted to its webpage.
An elementary school student used a school bus radio to get help for a driver suffering from a medical condition while on their route home from school in central Minnesota, according to officials.
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
In a surprise announcement Friday, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds said she will not seek a third term in office in 2026.
The GOP cited "serious concerns" alleging the Democrat used his legislative position to potentially benefit a private legal client.
Dozens of U of M students, community activists and church members showed up for the bond hearing.
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war fuels worries about inflation and employment.
Tim Hughes, owner of Maverick's Roast Beef, has purchased an 80-year-old Dairy Queen in an attempt to breathe new life into an iconic piece of Roseville, Minnesota history.
You could feel pain at the pump if a pipeline just west of Minnesota doesn't get up and running again soon.
The Metropolitan Airports Commission is letting Twin Cities residents know that a number of flight patterns may be temporarily different during two separate, weeks-long stretches this year.
Despite thousands of miles and an ocean between them, some Minnesota businesses rely on deals with China.
The tool breaks down how much money has been cut, or could be cut, and from what programs.
A University of Minnesota graduate student appeared in court on Friday in Minneapolis, two weeks after being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office says a 20-year-old man stole a 2021 Honda CRV and used Wite-Out to turn an "L" on the license plate into an "I".
A man accused of sexual assault escaped from an eastern Minnesota jail early Thursday, but is back in custody, authorities said.
Charges say police began pursuing the man Monday morning after he attempted to cross the border from North Dakota into Canada with at least one handgun in his possession.
A video of a vehicle interrupting a soccer match at McMurray Field in St. Paul has gone viral.
Enriquez lives with chronic kidney disease, neurofibromatosis, which causes tumors to form, scoliosis and Raynaud's phenomenon, causing temporary spasms of blood vessels. On top of all that, she has an unnamed genetic disorder,
The number of expiring licenses for EMS staff continues to outnumber the number of people applying for new licenses. And it's been that way every year since 2020.
Arkansas, Hawaii and Indiana have joined a list of two dozen states with confirmed measles cases.
As the days get longer, they are getting warmer. And while Minnesota doesn't get as hot as other parts of the country, heat still causes problems.
Lyme disease gets a lot of attention, but as there's been an uptick in deer tick numbers over the years, another illness has caught officials' eyes.
When F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote "The Great Gatsby" at the height of the roaring '20s, he couldn't possibly realize that the book would emerge as one of the very top contenders for "the great American novel."
The lineup for the 2025 Cannes Film Festival was unveiled Thursday morning, and includes a mix of names familiar to the competition alongside some relative newcomers.
Hometown hip-hop act Atmosphere is set to play the Minnesota State Fair's Grandstand this summer.
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards was slapped with his NBA-most 18th technical foul of the season on Friday.
The Minnesota Twins have placed pitcher Pablo López on the 15-day injured list with a strained right hamstring.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Anthony Edwards scored 44 points, including 18 during Minnesota's franchise-record, 52-point third quarter, and the Timberwolves beat the Memphis Grizzlies 141-125 on Thursday night in a game between teams fighting to avoid the play-in tournament.
Bobby Witt Jr. hit a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the seventh inning and the Kansas City Royals beat the Minnesota Twins 3-2 on Thursday.
The president of the Minnesota Farmers Union says members are hurting due to the president’s actions.
J.P. Morgan revised its prediction for a recession to 60% for this year.
Minnesota currently receives $23 billion in federal aid per year accounting for 35% of the state's revenue.
In a state where citizens own their own NFL franchise, Professor Anthony Chergosky says it was Elon Musk and his giveaways that turned the race into a referendum that was less about President Trump and more about Musk himself.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court currently has a 4-3 liberal majority, with one of the liberal justices retiring, the balance of the court is at stake.
April 15 will be the 113th anniversary of the day the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic, taking with it 1,500 lives. From news to movies, people still marvel over what happened.
It's sap-tapping season in our state. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how an Otter Tail County man landed in the Maple Syrup Hall of Fame.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows how one group is unearthing a bit of history.
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Lovers of old-school records in the Twin Cities, listen up: you can get a record made in your own backyard.
Being married has its benefits, but a new study found that staying single late in life might actually be better for your brain.
Professor David Geary, a cognitive scientist and evolutionary psychologist, has researched the topic of heights and says humans have been getting taller.
Artificial dyes made using chemicals and are thus regulated by the Food and Drug Administration to ensure their safety. But do we need them?
With just a click of the mouse or tap on your phone, many have felt a rush of embarrassment.
The right amount of protein varies for each person depending on factors like gender, age, activity level and use of weight loss medication or supplements.
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
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.
Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says there may be a chance for some snow flurries in northern Minnesota on Monday 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.
Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says Saturday will be warm and windy, with wind gusts between 30 and 40 miles per hour in parts of Minnesota.
The weekend will be warm, but there will be a couple of drawbacks, including wind and rain.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says Saturday will be a warm but windy day, and Sunday could arrive with some thunderstorms.
Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says there may be a chance for some snow flurries in northern Minnesota on Monday morning.
Brad Baker grew up in St. Peter and attended Gustavus Adolphus College. Around 40 years after he enrolled, Baker returned to coach the baseball team. Mike Max spoke to Baker about his legacy and career.
Leaked audio from a December 2021 meeting between Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and now-convicted defendants in the Feeding Our Future fraud case is leading Republican lawmakers to call for further investigation. Reporter Adam Duxter breaks down the details.
During peak hours, the reduction of lanes along I-94 reduces speeds to a snail's pace. WCCO's Jason Rantala explains the pains of construction won't be over anytime soon.
Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says Saturday will be warm and windy, with wind gusts between 30 and 40 miles per hour in parts of Minnesota.