Bodies of 2 men recovered from St. Croix River near Hudson
The bodies of two men were recovered Tuesday from the St. Croix River near Hudson.
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UAW strike expansion includes distribution centers in Minnesota and Wisconsin
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain on Friday called for a strike expansion at General Motors and Stellantis parts distribution facilities, including locations in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Wisconsin child care industry on verge of crisis
The impending end of a pandemic-era subsidy has Wisconsin's child care industry on the verge of crisis. In Hudson, Angela Norvold says she's able to pay her staff at Simply Giggle Childcare a livable wage because of the federal relief money from the Child Care Counts program.
Border collies head to Hudson for sheep herding competition
Rebecca Kolls tells us about a family-friendly event at the Badlands Snow Park.
St. Paul man charged in Hudson hit-and-run
A St. Paul man faces charges of hit-and-run, reckless driving, operating while intoxicated and more after allegedly running over and dragging a bicyclist following a road rage exchange near a boat launch in Hudson.
Charges say Thaddeus Smith drunkenly hit, dragged bystander with car after Hudson road rage altercation
A St. Paul man faces charges of hit-and-run, reckless driving, operating while intoxicated and more after allegedly running over and dragging a bicyclist following a road rage exchange near a boat launch in Hudson.
1 hurt, 1 arrested in Hudson boat launch road rage attack
Police in western Wisconsin say an arrest has been made after a road rage incident left one person in critical condition. Click here for more.
Pedestrian critically wounded following road rage incident in Hudson, 1 arrested
Police in western Wisconsin say an arrest has been made after a road rage incident left one person in critical condition.
Road rage incident in Hudson, Wis. critically injures 1
Police in western Wisconsin say an arrest has been made after a road rage incident left one person in critical condition. Click here for more.
More Minnesotans going across state lines for firework fun
It’s an Independence Day tradition that’s heating as we get closer to the 4th of July. As Adam Duxter explains, Minnesotans willingness to drive farther to shoot higher has proven to be big business.
Many are oh-so-ready for the kickoff to summer
WCCO's Derek James headed to downtown Hudson to see how people were taking advantage of some rare weather during the day off.
Minnesotans enjoy beautiful, rain-free Memorial Day weekend for 1st time in 16 years
Picture-perfect weather continues this Memorial Day weekend. It's an opportunity not lost on us in Minnesota and western Wisconsin, as this is typically one of the wettest times of the year.
River cities seeing rapid recession of St. Croix River since it crested
It’s been one week since the St. Croix River reached its peak. Since then, the people living along it have seen some big changes.
Police: Body pulled from St. Croix River identified as Hai Quoc Nguyen
The medical examiner identified the body as Hai Quoc Nguyen, 31, of River Falls, who was last seen on the evening of March 3 in downtown Hudson.
Body pulled from St. Croix River in Hudson
Authorities in western Wisconsin say they found a human body in the St. Croix River on Wednesday morning.
Western Wisconsin authorities searching for escaped inmate last seen in Hudson
The sheriff's office received an alert about tampering with Fern's electronic device around 2 p.m. Deputies found the device along with a knife used to cut it.
Bald eagle hits power line in Hudson
Xcel Energy crews are working to restore power for about 150 people in western Wisconsin after a bald eagle struck a power line Sunday evening.
Man fires at vehicle after attempted carjacking near Hudson, Wis.
No one was injured in the attempted carjacking.
Suspect in head-on crash that killed musician says she drove drunk for "freedom"
New details have been released about a wrong-way crash that killed a Twin Cities musician.
Local heavy metal guitarist killed in by alleged drunken driver near Hudson, Wis.
Authorities say an intoxicated driver going the wrong way on an interstate highway in western Wisconsin hit another vehicle early Sunday, killing one person.
10-year-old boy donates allowance to hotel damaged by Hurricane Ian
Though people in the path of Hurricane Ian were hit hardest, many watched the effects from afar, including a 10-year-old from western Wisconsin.
Hudson Public Library still working to rebuild after storm damage
Saturday marks one year since a strong storm blew through the Twin Cities and into Hudson, Wisconsin, devastating the riverfront city. One of the biggest losses was the Hudson Public Library.
With big help from recent grad, Hudson schools set to replace district's 800 phones, for free
They say one person's trash is another person's treasure, and the actions of an IT person from the Hudson School District, working alongside a recent graduate, is proof of that.
Driver hits Australian man walking on I-94 near Hudson, Wis.
The pedestrian was taken to Regions Hospital in St. Paul with life-threatening injuries.
Semi Truck Rolls Off I-94 Near St. Croix River
They were able to rescue the driver who was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. Now they want to make sure there's no fuel leaking, while they work on getting the truck out of there.
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Las Vegas family moves to Minnesota for lifesaving care for baby girl
Before she was even born, Athena Omoto had the odds stacked against her.
NEXT Weather: Sunshine and seasonable temps on Sunday
Morning clouds will give way to sunshine in the Twin Cities on Sunday, and temperatures will remain on the seasonable side.
Lack of cold weather impacting cold weather businesses
A few cold weather business are starting to suffer from our unseasonable warm start to winter.
Snowy roads cause accidents, spinouts
Minnesota State Patrol says there were a number of crashes and spinouts on our roads.
Nordic skiers get a snowy start to the season opener
Nordic skiers rejoice at the opener in Elm Creek.
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Las Vegas family moves to Minnesota for lifesaving care for baby girl
Before she was even born, Athena Omoto had the odds stacked against her.
Lack of cold weather impacting cold weather businesses
A few cold weather business are starting to suffer from our unseasonable warm start to winter.
Snowy roads cause accidents, spinouts
Minnesota State Patrol says there were a number of crashes and spinouts on our roads.
Nordic skiers get a snowy start to the season opener
Nordic skiers rejoice at the opener in Elm Creek.
Beloved friend and community member killed, neighborhood devastated
Family, friends and community gather to honor a pillar of the Loring Park neighborhood who was killed Friday night.
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20-year-old killed in crash in Itasca County
State patrol is saying a 20-year-old Hibbing man has been killed in a car crash.
Minnesota launches task force focused on problems facing rural EMS
See how a new task force deals with problems facing rural Minnesota EMS.
Two suspects arrested in Eveleth assault and kidnapping case
Two men were arrested and booked into the St. Louis County Jail in Duluth in connection with a kidnapping and assault in Eveleth.
University of Minnesota Medical School to expand program to St. Cloud
St. Cloud will soon be home to a new University of Minnesota Medical School campus.
Brandon Williams-Gillard found guilty in Duluth drive-by shooting that killed 1, injured another
A 25-year-old man was found guilty on Thursday for shooting a teenager and injuring another in Duluth this summer.
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Wisconsin university system reaches deal with Republicans to scale back diversity positions
The Universities of Wisconsin and Assembly Republican Speaker Robin Vos have reached a sweeping deal that would freeze hiring for diversity positions across the system in exchange for lawmakers approving employee pay raises and funding for a new engineering building at the flagship campus.
Gov. Evers vetoes Wisconsin bill banning gender-affirming care for kids
The veto was expected from Evers, who has vowed to strike down any proposals from the Republican-controlled Wisconsin Legislature that he deems harmful to LGBTQ+ youth.
Wisconsin judge reaffirms July ruling that state law permits consensual abortions
A Wisconsin judge has reaffirmed her ruling this summer that state law permits consensual medical abortions, handing abortion rights advocates a massive victory.
Wisconsin Gov. Evers signs off on $500M plan to fund repairs and upgrades at Brewers stadium
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has signed a bill that spends half-a-billion in taxpayer dollars to help the Milwaukee Brewers cover stadium repairs over the next decade.
Limp Bizkit (and Corey Feldman) coming to Somerset Amphitheater next July
Limp Bizkit — under frontman Fred Durst — burned bright and fast during the waning years of the 1990s, most notoriously urging disgruntled crowds at the 1999 edition of Woodstock to "Break Stuff."
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Lack of cold weather impacting cold weather businesses
A few cold weather business are starting to suffer from our unseasonable warm start to winter.
Snowy roads cause accidents, spinouts
Minnesota State Patrol says there were a number of crashes and spinouts on our roads.
Nordic skiers get a snowy start to the season opener
Nordic skiers rejoice at the opener in Elm Creek.
Beloved friend and community member killed, neighborhood devastated
Family, friends and community gather to honor a pillar of the Loring Park neighborhood who was killed Friday night.
Designer of new Minnesota state seal "honored" the commission chose his work
Ross Bruggink is a designer by trade. So, when the state commission tasked with choosing a new flag and seal solicited ideas, his vision came to him pretty quickly.
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Minnesota launches task force focused on problems facing rural EMS
See how a new task force deals with problems facing rural Minnesota EMS.
Designer of new Minnesota state seal "honored" the commission chose his work
Ross Bruggink is a designer by trade. So, when the state commission tasked with choosing a new flag and seal solicited ideas, his vision came to him pretty quickly.
Wisconsin university system reaches deal with Republicans to scale back diversity positions
The Universities of Wisconsin and Assembly Republican Speaker Robin Vos have reached a sweeping deal that would freeze hiring for diversity positions across the system in exchange for lawmakers approving employee pay raises and funding for a new engineering building at the flagship campus.
Hunter Biden faces new federal charges
Late Thursday, prosecutors formally charged President Joe Biden's son with evading federal taxes.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates
Twelve Republicans announced their candidacies for president, though some dropped out as the campaign progressed. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
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How to make your Christmas tree last the whole holiday season
How can you make your Christmas tree last the whole holiday season? Some experts weigh in.
St. Paul to use $1 million in federal funds to help residents with medical debt
People living in St. Paul with medical debt will see some relief in the new year thanks to the budget passed Wednesday.
Tipping etiquette: Your questions answered
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
Minnesota's one-time tax rebate will be federally taxed, Gov. Walz says he's "deeply disappointed"
More than 2 million Minnesotans received anywhere from $260 to $1,300 in tax rebate payments, as part of the $3 billion One Minnesota budget, signed into law by Gov. Tim Walz in May.
Metro Transit to enforce fare payment, issue $35 citations starting Monday
Starting Monday, Metro Transit will start issuing citations and fining people who have not paid their fare.
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Beloved friend and community member killed, neighborhood devastated
Family, friends and community gather to honor a pillar of the Loring Park neighborhood who was killed Friday night.
Minnesota man arrested after impaling grocery worker with golf club: Police
The suspect barricaded himself in an apartment after the incident, sparking an hours-long standoff with Minneapolis Police.
Domestic violence calls among the most dangerous for officers, police say
The shootout that killed a man and injured a St. Paul police officer on Thursday stemmed from a domestic violence call, which police say are some of the most dangerous calls an officer can deal with.
Two suspects arrested in Eveleth assault and kidnapping case
Two men were arrested and booked into the St. Louis County Jail in Duluth in connection with a kidnapping and assault in Eveleth.
U of M regents meet to discuss campus safety following double murder in Dinkytown
Friday morning, the University of Minnesota's Board of Regents discussed safety on and around campus.
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Las Vegas family moves to Minnesota for lifesaving care for baby girl
Before she was even born, Athena Omoto had the odds stacked against her.
1-year-old Minnesota boy dies after RSV infection
The Minnesota Department of Health reports RSV hospitalization rates have increased substantially in the past week. Most cases involve babies and toddlers ages four and under.
Minnesota launches task force focused on problems facing rural EMS
See how a new task force deals with problems facing rural Minnesota EMS.
University of Minnesota Medical School to expand program to St. Cloud
St. Cloud will soon be home to a new University of Minnesota Medical School campus.
FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
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Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," is dead at 82
Ryan O'Neal, the Oscar-nominated star of films including "Love Story" and "Paper Moon," has died at 82.
CBS presents 'Grammy® Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop'
A star-studded lineup of hip hop legends and GRAMMY-winning artists will grace the stage at this special tribute concert, airing Sunday, Dec. 10 (8:30-10:30 PM, ET/8:00-10:00 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+.
Target Field trifecta: Def Leppard, Journey and Steve Miller Band to play ballpark next year
Three staples of the classic rock genre are heading to Minneapolis next summer.
Daddy Yankee says he's retiring from music to focus on his faith
Daddy Yankee, the iconic reggaeton superstar, announced his plans to focus on his faith during his final musical performance Sunday in Puerto Rico.
Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
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Vikings OC Wes Phillips arrested for DWI, will still travel with team to Las Vegas
Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator Wes Phillips was arrested on Friday night for a misdemeanor DWI.
Oilers defeat Wild 4-3 for sixth straight win
Evan Bouchard had two goals and an assist and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3 for their sixth straight win.
Towns scores 24 points, Gobert dominates inside in Timberwolves' 127-103 victory over Grizzlies
Karl-Anthony Towns scored 24 points, Rudy Gobert had 16 points, 20 rebounds and six blocks and the NBA-leading Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away in the third quarter to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 127-103 on Friday night for their sixth straight victory.
Target Field trifecta: Def Leppard, Journey and Steve Miller Band to play ballpark next year
Three staples of the classic rock genre are heading to Minneapolis next summer.
The hype is real: Timberwolves fans excited as team leads NBA
Timberwolves clinch best record in the NBA thanks to their latest five-game winning streak.
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Talking Points: Climate change is altering what farming zone Minnesota falls into
Minnesota's warming winters are impacting what you can grow. That change is reflected in the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2023 plant hardiness zone map. Compared to 2012, there has been a significant change for much of Minnesota.
Minnesota’s agricultural zones are changing with climate
For years, the Twin Cities and the area surrounding it was in growing zone 4. Now new maps from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows us in Zone 5A.
Talking Points: Climate change is altering what farming zone Minnesota falls into (part 3)
Minnesota's warming winters are impacting what you can grow. That change is reflected in the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2023 plant hardiness zone map. The impact is enormous on the state's $21 billion farm economy. Soybeans have now eclipsed corn, wheat and alfalfa as Minnesota's number one cash crop. Click here to see the full story.
Talking Points: Climate change is altering what farming zone Minnesota falls into (part 2)
Minnesota's warming winters are impacting what you can grow. That change is reflected in the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2023 plant hardiness zone map. Compared to 2012, there has been a significant change for much of Minnesota. But what does this mean for you? According to Julie Weisenhorn, an extension educator of horticulture at the University of Minnesota, this hardiness change opens the possibilities for metro gardeners. Click here to see the full story.
Talking Points: Climate change is altering what farming zone Minnesota falls into (part 1)
Minnesota's warming winters are impacting what you can grow. That change is reflected in the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2023 plant hardiness zone map. Compared to 2012, there has been a significant change for much of Minnesota. WCCO's Director of Meteorology and NEXT Weather Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak said these changes are happening faster in Northern areas like ours. Click here for the full story.
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Montevideo company makes custom-made fish houses fit for royalty
A Montevideo company's fish houses have become a popular sight in the "Land of 10,000 frozen lakes."
This Nordic drive-thru in western Minnesota is a popular spot for lefse
We've all been through the coffee and fast-food drive-thrus, but they have nothing on this Evansville business. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to a drive-through that's as Nordic as it gets.
"The Mary Tyler Moore Show" continues to leave its mark on Minneapolis half a century later
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how an iconic show from the 70s put Minneapolis on the map, and why this year marks a special anniversary in the show's history.
Finding Minnesota: For 4 decades, Dennis Foy has painted commemorative Vikings game footballs
For nearly 40 years, Dennis Foy has been on the receiving end of footballs from the Vikings. They send him dozens each season along with emails about whose name they want on the game ball, and what they want it to say.
Jasper man's old-school windmill collection draws visitors from across the country
In 1999, Terry Rodman built a windmill for his wife, from scratch. Then, to balance things out, he put up a farm windmill — and people around Jasper, took notice.
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How to make your Christmas tree last the whole holiday season
How can you make your Christmas tree last the whole holiday season? Some experts weigh in.
Why do stores keep extending their holiday sales? Good question.
Some shoppers enjoy taking advantage of the extended sales, while others say it's just holiday noise.
What does the appendix do and why are we fine without it?
Stephen Colbert is away from late-night TV following emergency surgery last week — the comedian's appendix burst. That made us wonder: What does the appendix do for our body? And why are we fine without it? Good Question. Jeff Wagner explains the mystery behind the tiny organ.
Is a dessert bar a cookie?
Heather Brown confers with some culinary experts to find the definitive answer!
Could November's minimal snow total impact December's output? Good Question.
The fluffy four-tenths of an inch that fell last Saturday kept the Twin Cities from notching a record of a snowless November.
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Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Northern Lights in Minnesota: Dec. 1, 2023
For two nights in a row, the northern lights danced overhead in Minnesota and western Wisconsin, and WCCO viewers sent in their best photos.
Northern Lights over Minnesota and Wisconsin: Nov. 30, 2023
Some WCCO viewers shared marvelous photos of Thursday night's northern lights.
Items sold at "The Fashion of Prince" auction
Here's a look at some of the hot items on auction at "The Fashion of Prince."
Minnesota state flag and seal submissions: The good, the bad, and the loony
Minnesota leaders tasked the state's residents with helping to reimagine the state's flag and emblem. The citizenry has delivered, with designs running the gamut of reverent to just plain ridiculous.
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NEXT Weather: Sunshine and seasonable temps on Sunday
Morning clouds will give way to sunshine in the Twin Cities on Sunday, and temperatures will remain on the seasonable side.
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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.
NEXT Weather: 7 a.m. report from Dec. 10, 2023
We'll see some sunshine on Sunday, and temperatures will stay on the seasonable side.
Lack of cold weather impacting cold weather businesses
A few cold weather business are starting to suffer from our unseasonable warm start to winter.
Snowy roads cause accidents, spinouts
Minnesota State Patrol says there were a number of crashes and spinouts on our roads.
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Las Vegas family moves to Minnesota for lifesaving care for little girl
As we prepare for the holidays, one Woodbury family feels extra grateful to be home together under one roof. Although home wasn't always here in snowy Minnesota.
US vetoes UN call for ceasefire as Israel-Hamas war intensifies
Israel says it is striking in the southern part of Gaza as it follows the movements of Hamas leaders, but the fight is reaching areas where civilians were once told to shelter.
13-year-old girl hurt in Minneapolis shooting
Police say she is expected to recover.
NEXT Weather: 7 a.m. report from Dec. 10, 2023
We'll see some sunshine on Sunday, and temperatures will stay on the seasonable side.
WCCO digital update: Morning of Dec. 10, 2023
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