Mohamed Noor released from prison, now under supervision
A former Minneapolis officer who shot and killed a woman is preparing has been released from prison, according to Minnesota Department of Corrections records.
Justine Damond
Mohamed Noor moved to undisclosed facility ahead of Monday release
Former Minneapolis police officer Mohamed Noor has been moved to an undisclosed facility ahead of his scheduled release date on Monday, WCCO has learned.
Mohamed Noor Murder Conviction Reversed: MN Supreme Court Orders Ex-MPD Officer Be Sentenced For 2nd-Degree Manslaughter
The Minnesota Supreme Court has reversed Mohamed Noor's conviction of third-degree depraved-mind murder in the death of Justine Ruszcyzk Damond in 2017.
Mohamed Noor Being Held At Minnesota's Only Maximum Security Prison As He Awaits Sentencing
Mohamed Noor, the ex-Minneapolis police officer convicted of murder in the death of Justine Ruszczyk Damond, is being held at Minnesota's only maximum security prison as he awaits sentencing.
In Wake Of Mohamed Noor Verdict, Ilhan Omar Calls For Same 'Accountability & Justice' In All Police Shootings
Rep. Ilhan Omar responded Wednesday to the conviction of ex-Minneapolis police officer Mohamed Noor, saying that the same "level of accountability and justice" must be found for all people killed by police.
Demonstration Against Police Shootings Planned For Wednesday Evening In Downtown Minneapolis
A demonstration is planned for Wednesday evening in downtown Minneapolis to show solidarity with the victims of police shootings in the wake of the Mohamed Noor trial verdict.
Somali-American Police Group Says 'Institutional Prejudices' Played A Role In Mohamed Noor Verdict
A Somali-American police organization says it believes that "institutional prejudices" played a significant role in the conviction of ex-Minneapolis police officer Mohamed Noor.
Demonstration Planned In Wake Of Mohamed Noor Trial Verdict
A rally is slated to be held Wednesday after a jury found ex-Minneapolis police officer Mohamed Noor guilty of third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the death of Justine Ruszczyk Damond.
Frey, City Officials Express Healing, Understanding After Noor Verdict
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says that his office stands with Minneapolis police officers and the city's Somali community, and urges the city to "come together."
MPD Officials, Somali Police Association Give Differing Takes On Noor Verdict
"I want to extend my sincere apologies to the family and friends of Justine Damond Ruszcyzk," he added.
Jury Reaches Verdict In Mohamed Noor Trial
After about a day of deliberation, a jury has reached a verdict in the Mohamed Noor trial.
Noor Trial Now In Jury's Hands After Closing Arguments
The sequestered jury finished first-day deliberations Monday evening and will resume Tuesday morning.
Use Of Force Expert Says Justine Ruszczyk Damond 'Did Nothing Wrong'
Lt. Derrick Hacker testified that being spooked or startled is not the same as "fearing death or great bodily harm."
Day 10 Of Mohamed Noor Trial: More Testimony From BCA Agents
Testimony continued Tuesday morning in the trial of Mohamed Noor, the former Minneapolis police officer charged in the shooting death of Justine Ruszczyk Damond in 2017.
Mpls. Police 5th Precinct Inspector Criticizes How BCA Processed Mohamed Noor's Squad Car
Former officer Mohamed Noor is charged with murder and manslaughter in the shooting death of Justine Ruszczyk Damond.
2nd Week Of Testimony Starts In Mohamed Noor Trial
After four days of testimony so far, the jury has heard from 13 witnesses, including several Minneapolis police officers.
Justine Ruszczyk Damond's Fiancé Testifies On First Day Of Mohamed Noor Trial
The former Minneapolis Police Officer shot and killed Justine Ruszczyk Damond in July of 2017. She was shot in an alley near Noor's squad car.
Opening Statements Expected In Mohamed Noor Trial
The murder trial for a former Minneapolis police officer is expected to begin Tuesday now that the jury has been seated.
Jury Selected In Mohamed Noor Trial
On Monday morning, a jury of 10 men and 2 women was seated. There are four alternates, two men and two women.
Noor Trial Judge Cautions Lawyers To Be Careful Questioning Potential Jurors
The prosecution team has raised concerns about some of the language the defense is using, like "ambush of officers."
23 Potential Mohamed Noor Trial Jurors Have Now Been Dismissed
A judge and attorneys excused seven more potential jurors Thursday in the murder trial for Mohamed Noor.
More Potential Jurors Dismissed For Mohamed Noor Trial
The search for 12 jurors continues in the murder trial of a former Minneapolis police officer Mohamed Noor.
Former Officer Mohamed Noor Pleads Not Guilty To Justine Ruszczyk Damond's Death
Mohamed Noor, who is charged with murder and manslaughter in the 2017 shooting of Justine Ruszczyk Damond, appeared in court on Friday.
Hearing Of Ex-Minneapolis Cop Mohamad Noor To Cover Evidence Issues
A former Minneapolis police officer charged in the 2017 shooting death of an Australian woman is scheduled to appear in court as attorneys for both sides argue several issues before trial.
Noor A No-Show After Police Grant Defense Access To Squad Car
Minneapolis police say representatives of a former officer who fatally shot an Australian woman last year didn't show up to inspect a department Ford Explorer squad car after a judge granted the defense access for four hours Friday evening.
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After chaos over holiday weekend, Minneapolis residents want more security for future events
Concerned neighbors are worried about the Aquatennial later this month.
Wild GM Bill Guerin says Kirill Kaprizov is fine, still in Russia
Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin said Kirill Kaprizov remains in Russia and is doing well, denying a report the star winger returned to the U.S. and adding the team is trying to find out more about the situation.
Some retired couples move to Florida; the Larsons decided to farm worms
When the Larsons retired a few years ago, they moved from the Twin Cities to central Minnesota. Mike got a little bored so he decided to become a farmer. A worm farmer.
Minneapolis councilmember now calling for State Patrol to help curb violence
Minneapolis City Councilmember Michael Rainville says he now think the State Patrol should be helping Minneapolis police.
Minnesota Wild re-sign defenseman Jake Middleton to 3-year deal
The Minnesota Wild re-signed defenseman Jake Middleton to a three-year, $7.35 million contract Wednesday.
Parents concerned over increasing crime near University of Minnesota campus
Sending your child off to college is always stressful, but this year parents say they have the added worry about increasing crime in the Twin Cities.
2 young adults sentenced for string of Twin Cities carjackings
Two young people are going to prison for years for a string of terrorizing carjackings in the Twin Cities.
Teenager critically wounded in St. Paul shooting
St. Paul police are investigating Wednesday after a shooting in the Payne - Phalen neighborhood left a boy fighting for his life.
Man sentenced for escaping from custody flees from Northern Minnesota courthouse
Authorities in northwestern Minnesota say a man sentenced Wednesday for escaping from custody is on the loose again after running away from the courthouse.
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2 young adults sentenced for string of Twin Cities carjackings
Two young people are going to prison for years for a string of terrorizing carjackings in the Twin Cities.
School in Rondo neighborhood gets landscape redesign thanks to group of recent high school grads
It's a school that's fought hard to survive, a school that 2022 Hill-Murray grad and landscape entrepreneur J.P. Yocum is here to support. He and his team of friends are completely redoing the outside of the school in just a few days.
George Floyd's family will be at Thursday sentencing for Derek Chauvin
Last December Derek Chauvin pleaded guilty to the federal civil rights charges and agreed to a sentence of between 20 and 25 years. Judge Paul Magnuson could sentence above or below that.
3-year-old hurt in Maplewood hit-and-run; police searching for driver
A man was riding his bicycle, pulling his daughter in a bicycle trailer around Roselawn Avenue East and Kenwood Drive West when they were struck by a vehicle that did not stop.
Parents concerned over increasing crime near University of Minnesota campus
Sending your child off to college is always stressful, but this year parents say they have the added worry about increasing crime in the Twin Cities.
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Some retired couples move to Florida; the Larsons decided to farm worms
When the Larsons retired a few years ago, they moved from the Twin Cities to central Minnesota. Mike got a little bored so he decided to become a farmer. A worm farmer.
4 hurt after shooting in St. Cloud
A 15-year-old boy was among the four people hospitalized Wednesday following a shooting in St. Cloud.
Man sentenced for escaping from custody flees from Northern Minnesota courthouse
Authorities in northwestern Minnesota say a man sentenced Wednesday for escaping from custody is on the loose again after running away from the courthouse.
15-year-old crashes car into northern Minnesota restaurant, 2 injured
Two people were injured at the end of last month when a 15-year-old girl crashed a car into a restaurant in northern Minnesota.
Investigation underway after group of juveniles finds body in Red River
Authorities in northern Minnesota say a body was found Wednesday in the Red River.
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Wisconsin court's open records ruling decried as gutting law
The Wisconsin Supreme Court issued a ruling limiting when people who sue over open records requests can recover attorney's fees.
Wisconsin GOP gubernatorial primary heats up over gas
The two front-runners in Wisconsin's Republican primary race for governor went after one another Wednesday over gas prices.
July 4th parade shooting suspect contemplated 2nd shooting in Madison, police say
The man charged with killing seven people at an Independence Day parade confessed to police that he unleashed a hail of bullets from a rooftop in suburban Chicago and then fled to the Madison, Wisconsin, area.
Wisconsin court OKs immunity defense in alleged sex trafficker's killing
It's a decision that could help define the limits of legal immunity for trafficking victims nationwide.
Judge orders Wisconsin investigator not to delete records
A judge on Tuesday ordered that former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman not delete any records his office has compiled.
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Wisconsin court's open records ruling decried as gutting law
The Wisconsin Supreme Court issued a ruling limiting when people who sue over open records requests can recover attorney's fees.
Wisconsin GOP gubernatorial primary heats up over gas
The two front-runners in Wisconsin's Republican primary race for governor went after one another Wednesday over gas prices.
Under new law, Minnesota's THC edibles aren't supposed to look like candy
A news conference aimed at getting answers about Minnesota's new THC edible law is instead raising more questions. There is also uncertainty about who is supposed to enforce this new law.
Judge orders Wisconsin investigator not to delete records
A judge on Tuesday ordered that former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman not delete any records his office has compiled.
Kevin Nicholson drops out of Wisconsin GOP governor race
Republican Kevin Nicholson announced Tuesday he was dropping out of the race five weeks before the Aug. 9 primary.
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Metro Transit to switch to 2-car configurations for next 6 weeks
The transportation agency said that the change is being made because they want to examine how it "impacts the customer experience."
How much does it cost to be a wedding guest?
According to data from The Knot, 2.6 million couples are getting married this year. That's almost 500,000 more than an average year.
Chef Justin Sutherland seriously injured in July 4th boating accident
Friends and family say celebrated Twin Cities chef Justin Sutherland sustained significant injuries in a boating accident over the holiday weekend.
Hy-Vee withdraws potato salad varieties due to presumptive positive microbial test
The withdrawal includes all varieties and sizes of Hy-Vee Potato Salad and Mealtime Potato Salad available from grab-and-go refrigerated cases and deli service cases in Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore, Dollar Fresh Market locations and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh convenience stores.
24-hour self-service grocery store thrives in small Minnesota town
A number of small, Minnesota towns have lost their grocery stores over the years - creating an inconvenience for residents - and a bit of a food desert. But a couple in Douglas County thinks they've found a solution.
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After chaos over holiday weekend, Minneapolis residents want more security for future events
After chaotic scenes of violence in Minneapolis for the 4th of July holiday, concerned neighbors are worried about the Aquatennial later this month.
Teenager critically wounded in St. Paul shooting
St. Paul police are investigating Wednesday after a shooting in the Payne - Phalen neighborhood left a boy fighting for his life.
4 hurt after shooting in St. Cloud
A 15-year-old boy was among the four people hospitalized Wednesday following a shooting in St. Cloud.
2 young adults sentenced for string of Twin Cities carjackings
Two young people are going to prison for years for a string of terrorizing carjackings in the Twin Cities.
George Floyd's family will be at Thursday sentencing for Derek Chauvin
Last December Derek Chauvin pleaded guilty to the federal civil rights charges and agreed to a sentence of between 20 and 25 years. Judge Paul Magnuson could sentence above or below that.
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St. Paul pregnancy center vandalized
Birthright St. Paul was vandalized Tuesday by an abortion-rights group.
Guthrie Theater cancels upcoming shows due to COVID-19
While live entertainment continues to get back on its feet amid what seems to be the waning end of the COVID-19 pandemic, along comes another reminder that we're not out of the woods just yet.
Twin Cities teen gains new perspective after drug overdose
The 4th of July brings in double the amount of teenage boys into the emergency room for drug or alcohol use over any other weekend in the summer.
6 monkeypox cases now confirmed in Twin Cities, MDH urges awareness
The Minnesota health department has identified a total of six cases of monkeypox in the state.
Hy-Vee withdraws potato salad varieties due to presumptive positive microbial test
The withdrawal includes all varieties and sizes of Hy-Vee Potato Salad and Mealtime Potato Salad available from grab-and-go refrigerated cases and deli service cases in Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore, Dollar Fresh Market locations and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh convenience stores.
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"The Challenge: USA" premieres July 6 on CBS
The new show features former competitors from "Survivor," "Big Brother," "The Amazing Race" and "Love Island."
Guthrie Theater cancels upcoming shows due to COVID-19
While live entertainment continues to get back on its feet amid what seems to be the waning end of the COVID-19 pandemic, along comes another reminder that we're not out of the woods just yet.
Could R. Kelly's sentence impact his case in Hennepin County?
Kelly faces a solicitation case in Hennepin County, Minnesota. But the case has been on the back burner while the federal cases play out.
Tom Barnard to leave KQRS after 36 years as host
KQRS, a classic rock station based in Golden Valley, announced that Tom Barnard would be retiring from the station, with his final show being scheduled for Dec. 23.
Minnesota's top pick among patriotic movies is "Apollo 13"
Other states went for films that feature explicitly hometown appeal, such as Texas choosing "The Alamo," Alabama going for "Forrest Gump," and Pennsylvania selecting "Gettysburg."
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Wild GM Bill Guerin says Kirill Kaprizov is fine, still in Russia
Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin said Kirill Kaprizov remains in Russia and is doing well, denying a report the star winger returned to the U.S. and adding the team is trying to find out more about the situation.
Minnesota Wild re-sign defenseman Jake Middleton to 3-year deal
The Minnesota Wild re-signed defenseman Jake Middleton to a three-year, $7.35 million contract Wednesday.
Minnesota Twins fall to Chicago White Sox 9-8
Andrew Vaughn tied the game with a two-run homer in the eighth inning, and Leury Garcia hit a game-ending single in the 10th to give the Chicago White Sox a 9-8 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday.
Minnesota ends Chicago's five-game winning streak
The Minnesota Lynx beat the Chicago Sky 81-78 on Wednesday.
Wolves officially announce trade for Rudy Gobert
The Timberwolves made their blockbuster trade for Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert official on Wednesday.
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Some retired couples move to Florida; the Larsons decided to farm worms
When the Larsons retired a few years ago, they moved from the Twin Cities to central Minnesota. Mike got a little bored so he decided to become a farmer. A worm farmer.
One-of-a-kind garden highlights Ojibwe culture, sense of beauty
Sue Foss began growing her garden near Sandstone in 1989. She and her husband, Rod, planted over 500 different kinds of flowers, shrubs and trees to honor the Ojibwe people.
Minneopa State Park enjoys a bison baby boom
"They are pretty laid back and calm. They really are," said park manager Ashley Steevens. "They're managed as a wild herd, so this is their territory. This is their home."
The story behind Faribault County's Jolly Green Giant statue
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how a giant statue ended up in the city of Blue Earth.
After More Than A Century, Southern Minnesota Restaurant Still Slinging 'Dam' Good Burgers, Pies
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to the Rapidan Dam Store in Blue Earth County.
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How much does it cost to be a wedding guest?
According to data from The Knot, 2.6 million couples are getting married this year. That's almost 500,000 more than an average year.
How does a park become a state park?
Just under 1% of Minnesota is state or national parkland, which places Minnesota 29th compared to other states across the country.
What will come of the January 6th hearings?
"The question then becomes though, even if the ex-president indicted, is there enough to convict," said constitutional law professor David Schultz.
Why is golf so hard?
"If you think of any other sport out there, whether it's football, baseball hockey, the ball is coming at you and react to it," said PGA pro Phil Anderson. "Whereas you have to think about it and make a movement away from a golf ball.
Why Are Some People More Prone To Mosquito Bites?
"One thing that scientists have known for a long time is that mosquitoes are attracted to the odor of used gym socks," Dr. Jon Oliver said.
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Flashback: "WCW Monday Nitro" at Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro."
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
New Food Options At Target Field 2022
Opening Day is nearly here and the Minnesota Twins are unveiling new foods at Target Field, including Australian-inspired savory pies and an official grilled cheese sandwich of the ballpark.
2022 Celebrity Deaths
A gallery of the beloved celebrities who have died in 2022.
Viewers Share Their Love Stories
It's Valentine's Day, and Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield asked WCCO viewers to share their stories of romance. Here are some of the best we got!
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Next Weather: 10 p.m. report
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer reports on the chances for rain Thursday.
Next Weather: 6 p.m. report
It'll stay humid on Thursday with the chance for pop-up storms.
Next Weather: 5 p.m. weather report
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer reports high humidity and the next chance for storms
Tips for beating extreme heat
"The elderly and the really young," said CentraCare sports medicine physician Dr. George Morris. "Those are the two populations that I would worry about most."
What is Next Weather?
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.
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Next Weather: 10 p.m. report
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer reports on the chances for rain Thursday.
Music in Plymouth celebrates 5 decades of fun
Wednesday's event included a performance by the Minnesota Orchestra.
Retired Minnesota couple turns to farming worms
John Lauritsen introduces us to the Larsons, who are farmers with a different kinds of livestock.
Calls for increased event security in Minneapolis following chaos over 4th of July
Some residents in the city are asking leaders beef up security for the Aquatennial or cancel the event.
Boy critically hurt in St. Paul shooting
Authorities say the shooting happened Wednesday evening in the Payne - Phalen neighborhood.