Residents safely escape Eden Prairie duplex fire
Some Eden Prairie residents were able to safely escape a duplex fire on Sunday morning.
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Some Eden Prairie residents were able to safely escape a duplex fire on Sunday morning.
A dramatic fire rescue was caught on camera, with the top cop of the western Wisconsin town of Elk Mound being hailed as a hero.
Police Chief Chad Weinberger was the first on the scene of a house fire in the western Wisconsin town of Elk Mound.
Minneapolis Fire Department crews had a difficult time finding working hydrants to keep a large house fire from spreading early Wednesday morning in Uptown.
Fire officials say Roman and Betty Jindra were pulled from their burning Le Sueur County home early Sunday morning, but life-saving efforts failed.
The sheriff's office there identified the victims as 76-year-old Roman Jindra and 73-year-old Betty Jindra. The latter called 911 to report the flames around 1 a.m. Sunday.
A fire caused extensive damage to a home in Maplewood overnight.
Officials said the fire was likely started by accident and there were no working smoke alarms in the home.
Officials said the fire was likely started by accident and there were no working smoke alarms in the home.
A metro girl's quick thinking and plan of action didn't go unnoticed by first responders.
An infant is in critical condition and four others are recovering after a two-alarm house fire on Friday morning in Eden Prairie.
A man was killed early Friday morning in a house fire in Columbia Heights.
The American Red Cross is on a mission to ensure Minnesotans have working smoke detectors and families have an escape plan should a fire happen at home.
One person was hurt in a garage fire early Wednesday in Maplewood.
Crews battled a house fire early Friday morning on St. Paul's east side.
A Minneapolis home is uninhabitable after a fire overnight Tuesday in the city's Tangletown neighborhood.
Minnesota Twins draft pick, Travis Adams, saved a Fort Myers man from a house fire while in town for spring training.
Two dogs are safe with their family after a new tool helped firefighters get them out of a burning house.
A new device helped first responders save two dogs from a house fire last month in St. Paul Park.
A new tool helped first responders save two dogs from a house fire last month in the Twin Cities.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a kitchen fire Monday morning just south of downtown Minneapolis.
Investigators are trying to figure out what sparked a deadly house Monday fire in Roseville.
Two people are being treated at a hospital after escaping a fire Monday morning at a south Minneapolis home.
Two people are being treated at a hospital after escaping a fire Monday morning at a south Minneapolis home.
Police believe the driver suffered a medical emergency before the crash on 17th Avenue South near First Street South, just west of Lake George.
A school bus and dump truck in Chaska were in a crash a little after 4 p.m. Wednesday afternoon.
Crews continue to battle several large wildfires across northern Minnesota from the ground and above, and aviation is proving to be a critical part of the fight — before and after a blaze starts.
Bloomington Police say two people staged a violent robbery to change their immigration status.
Heat from the recent wildfires raging in northern Minnesota is so intense, that under the right circumstances, they can actually create storms in the atmosphere.
The State Department of Health says Minnesota's suicide rate remained unchanged last year compared to the year before. The state's suicide rate last year in rural counties was twice that of the Twin Cities metro counties.
A school bus and dump truck in Chaska were in a crash a little after 4 p.m. Wednesday afternoon.
Bloomington Police say two people staged a violent robbery to change their immigration status.
Owners of a popular vegan butcher shop say they are "heartbroken" after a fire damaged their building.
A staff member at a Twin Cities middle school was arrested Tuesday after allegations of sexual misconduct involving a student, according to school officials and law enforcement.
A man in his late 20s was shot and "left for dead in an alley" early Wednesday morning in Minneapolis, the city's police chief said.
Crews continue to battle several large wildfires across northern Minnesota from the ground and above, and aviation is proving to be a critical part of the fight — before and after a blaze starts.
Three massive, out of control wildfires continue to rage north of Duluth in northeastern Minnesota, as near critical fire weather conditions continue to plague the region, according to the National Weather Service.
Nearly 37,000 acres have burned since Sunday as three wildfires continue to rage in northern Minnesota, none of which have been contained.
The fatal shooting of a boy in central Minnesota on Monday night was likely targeted, police say.
One family north of the Twin Cities is dealing with unexpected visitors — with paws.
Authorities say four people are dead and four others were critically injured after a Mother's Day at an Milwaukee apartment building fire.
A court commissioner has set a $20,000 bail for the father of a Wisconsin school shooter charged with allowing her access to guns.
Democratic voters in Wisconsin have asked the state's liberal-controlled Supreme Court to throw out the battleground state's current congressional district boundaries after a similar request was rejected last year.
Republicans who control the Wisconsin Legislature have voted to kill most of the top spending priorities of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers says every American should be concerned about "chilling" suggestions from President Donald Trump's top border adviser that he could be arrested over guidance the Democrat issued to state employees about what to do if confronted by federal immigration agents.
From healthy to heart failure, Nancy Rajanen's thirst for life and travel helps get her through a difficult medical diagnosis.
The fishing opener is two days away, and a father and daughter in St. Cloud are doing what they can to make sure Minnesotans catch more fish.
A Minnetonka woman is on a mission to celebrate the everyday moments of motherhood: the sleepless nights, caring for a sick kiddo and the tantrum survival.
A Lutheran church in Minneapolis is taking practical steps to help its mostly Latino immigrant congregation deal with the uncertainty and stress of a Trump administration crackdown.
Police say a missing 13-year-old girl reported missing over the weekend in Minneapolis has been found safe.
On Wednesday, key Minnesota lawmakers conceded they likely won't beat the clock with just five days left in the legislative session. Caroline Cummings reports on the impact, and what the final few days could look like.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar is set to argue President Trump is "disregard[ing] the rule of law" and his tariff policies will leave small businesses as "roadkill," according to excerpts obtained by CBS News.
Gov. Tim Walz and legislative leaders have been meeting for hours over the last few weeks to hammer out the terms of a budget agreement, but they still haven't inked a deal as the clock winds down.
A Republican-backed House bill includes a range new tax breaks, including a $4,000 deduction for seniors. Here's what to know.
A few years ago, Minnesota lawmakers banned keys and other consumer products with more than trace amounts of lead and cadmium in them. Now, industry leaders say they will be locked out of doing business in the state if the Legislature doesn't roll that back.
More people than ever are shopping resale and that number is only expected to grow this year.
Import taxes on Chinese goods are up to 145%. As trade talks are on the horizon. Minnesota-made companies are feeling the pressure.
More changes are coming to St. Paul's rent control ordinance after a lengthy debate and divisive vote in the City Council.
"In January, when we were going to ship, all of a sudden the tariffs happened. I couldn't afford to have them shipped here — I wouldn't have any profit left," said Linda Dahlen.
After years of delays, the deadline to have a Real ID to fly arrives on Wednesday. But Minnesota officials say only 42% of Minnesotans have updated their driver's licenses.
Bloomington Police say two people staged a violent robbery to change their immigration status.
The fatal shooting of a boy in central Minnesota on Monday night was likely targeted, police say.
A staff member at a Twin Cities middle school was arrested Tuesday after allegations of sexual misconduct involving a student, according to school officials and law enforcement.
A man in his late 20s was shot and "left for dead in an alley" early Wednesday morning in Minneapolis, the city's police chief said.
The pool contractor at the center of a WCCO investigation recently turned himself in to jail, and WCCO was there.
Secretary Doug Collins dismissed concerns about the Trump administration's sweeping proposed cuts.
Like every parent, Angie Nelson wanted to do the best for her kids. When she and her husband learned at six months at their first child Liam had four of the top nine food allergies, it lit a fire.
The Stillwater City Council approved final designs and plans for a new HealthPartners Lakeview Hospital on Tuesday.
Federal funding cuts to mental health resources is leaving some Minnesotans in a lurch, unsure of whether or not they'll continue to have access to therapeutic and social services.
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and this might surprise you, but Minnesota has the second-highest rate of melanoma in the country.
During a 40-year screen career, Robert Benton received six Oscar nominations and won three times.
An annual benefit concert for family farmers — featuring performances from Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and others — is coming to Minnesota for the first time ever.
Starting Monday, Minnesotans have a new way to stay connected to news that is impacting them.
Actor Michael Pitt was arrested Friday at his home in Brooklyn on nine state counts. His lawyers deny the allegations.
A real-life financial drama is playing out at several Twin Cities theaters as the Trump administration says it's pulling National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grants to fund projects that reflect "creativity as prioritized by the President" instead.
The Minnesota Vikings will be playing a Christmas Day game on their home turf for the third time in franchise history.
Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green has been fined $50,000 by the NBA for making an "inappropriate comment" to the officials during Game 3 of their second-round playoff series against Minnesota.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
As the Golden State Warriors prepare for a must-win Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the team said that superstar Stephen Curry could be available for a potential Game 6 if they win Wednesday night.
Pete Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson are now both eligible for baseball's Hall of Fame after their careers were tarnished by sports gambling scandals.
Former Rep. Dean Phillips reflects on his 2024 presidential run, and his frustrations with the Democratic party.
Esme Murphy talks with former Congressman Dean Phillips about his run for the presidency and whether he will return to politics.
If you have student loans or are about to get them, things are changing.
Student loans from the application process to the payback are changing. In Talking Points, what borrowers need to know if they've defaulted and the future of loans.
Part of Minnesota's taxpayer funding has gone towards funding private schools since 1969, but now with a looming budget deficit Gov. Tim Walz is considering cutting funds.
Beth and Eric Engstrom always knew they wanted a farm, but they never dreamed they'd fill it with non-traditional farm critters.
Small towns can offer a variety of businesses, but rarely will you come across one with full-grown dinosaur fossils. That's now the case in Blue Earth, Minnesota.
Jay Cooke State Park in Carlton County, Minnesota, is turning 110 years old this year.
Easter is this weekend, and chances are a park in rural Redwood County will be a popular destination.
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.
Minnesota is in the midst of a sizzling stretch of summer-like weather. Something unique for this time of year.
Has this happened to you: You make a new password, but then you forget it. So, you reset it. But soon you forget that password as well, starting painful loop of repeatedly making new passwords that you struggle to remember.
If it's felt pretty breezy lately, you're not imagining it. Spring and fall tend to be Minnesota's windier seasons.
"Often times when our body is fighting off any sort of illness or infection, our nutritional needs become elevated," explained Sarah Harbeck, a registered and licensed dietician at M Health Fairview.
The reopening of the fishing season has many wondering what the best conditions for fishing actually are – not only weather conditions, but even down to the hour of the day.
WCCO photojournalist Art Phillips shares some personal family photos taken by his father, Arthur Phillips Sr., in Vietnam during his time in service.
The new Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum is under construction just outside of Camp Ripley in Little Falls. Set to open in late 2026, the $40 million, first-of-its-kind project in the nation will be eight times the size of the existing museum. It will honor not only Minnesota's service members and their sacrifices, but the refugee experience as well. Watch and read more in Pauleen Le's series "Vietnam 50 Years Later: Reflections on a War that Changed Minnesota."
The National Weather Service has issued multiple tornado warnings and many more severe thunderstorm warnings throughout wide swaths of southern and central Minnesota Monday afternoon.
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.
We have another nice day Thursday, but severe weather is expected Thursday night. Damaging winds, hail and even tornados are possible. WCCO chief meteorologist Chris Shaffer breaks down the timing.
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.
Storms move in from the Dakotas into southwestern Minnesota on Thursday morning, and a second round of storms could develop later in the evening in western Wisconsin.
A break may be on the way for crews battling three massive wildfires in Minnesota's Northland, with rain on Thursday possibly bringing some relief.
As fires continue to rage, a northern Minnesota man watches the Camp House Fire from afar.
Jeff Wagner gives an update on the news of the day.
A school bus and dump truck were involved in a crash in Chaska, two kids were taken to a hospital for minor injuries.
We have another nice day Thursday, but severe weather is expected Thursday night. Damaging winds, hail and even tornados are possible. WCCO chief meteorologist Chris Shaffer breaks down the timing.
Having eyes in the sky are crucial to help fighting fires.
A woman staged an assault and robbery in order to obtain a U visa.