Teen boy saves sister from kidnapping with slingshot
A man appeared from the woods and held the 8-year-old girl's mouth shut. Her brother saw it and acted quickly.
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A man appeared from the woods and held the 8-year-old girl's mouth shut. Her brother saw it and acted quickly.
At one point, the two survivors said the cartel tried to make them have sex.
The couple was visiting relatives in Haiti when they got caught up in a wave of gang-related kidnappings.
A jury found a 38-year-old man guilty of all charges against him for kidnapping a woman outside a south Minneapolis gas station last year.
Police said the woman was given little food and only let out of the closet for an hour each day.
A photograph of five men face down on the pavement and bound accompanied the apology letter.
Court documents say on Christmas Day, the two used force, violence and fear of injury to steal a Nissan Rogue from an Uber driver.
Two of the four U.S. citizens who went missing after a violent kidnapping in Mexico last week have been found dead and two are alive, Mexican authorities said on Tuesday.
Court documents say on Christmas Day, the two used force, violence and fear of injury to steal a Nissan Rogue from an Uber driver.
"Putin seeks to rob Ukraine of its future by taking its children," said U.S. State Department spokesperson Ned Price.
Authorities said in December he and his niece had gone missing, apparently to keep the girl from her mother on orders issued by Warren Jeffs from prison.
At his trial, Michelle Renee's abductor falsely claimed she had masterminded the plot and that they previously had an affair.
Minneapolis Police are looking for an 18-year-old woman and her two young children, who she is accused of abducting during a court-ordered supervised visit Tuesday afternoon in Minneapolis.
A man who pleaded guilty to kidnapping a woman from Minneapolis and driving her to Wisconsin will spend 14 years in prison, authorities announced Wednesday.
A person of interest was taken into custody Tuesday. He is in critical condition after attempting suicide, authorities said.
A 56-year-old St. Paul man faces robbery and kidnapping charges after he allegedly carjacked a woman from Arden Hills and forced her to withdraw $1,500 from her debit and credit cards.
A 24-year-old Hamel, Minnesota woman is accused of absconding with her baby during a parental visitation at a Shakopee government center Tuesday. The baby has since been found safe.
A 25-year-old man is facing several charges after allegedly abducting a woman in downtown Minneapolis and driving south of the Twin Cities, where the victim escaped and called for help, prompting a series of police chases.
A woman is safe after police said she was abducted by a stranger in the Twin Cities. The Cannon Falls Police Department said a woman in her mid-30s arrived at a Casey's General Store in Cannon Falls shortly before 11 a.m. Saturday, and told employees she had escaped being abducted.
A jury has convicted two men of conspiring to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2020 after a jury failed to reach a verdict in an earlier trial of the two men.
When Linda Austad received a call from an unknown number Saturday, it set in motion a six-hour ordeal.
Authorities in Washington County are warning residents about a frightening scheme.
A Twin Cities man was arrested Friday after he allegedly kidnapped a woman and held her against her will for several hours inside his home.
Lyndon Wiggins was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of release for his involvement in the kidnapping and killing of realtor Monique Baugh.
A Hennepin County jury has found Lyndon Wiggins guilty of aiding and abetting premeditated first-degree murder in the 2019 New Year's Eve kidnapping and killing of realtor Monique Baugh.
One man is dead and another is in custody after a crash in Fridley Monday morning.
After unusually warm winter weather cut the event short last year, organizers for the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships say ice conditions are some of the best they've seen in years.
Police gave few details about either shooting, but said no one has been arrested.
Tuesday morning will bring the coldest air of our recent frigid stretch, but after that, temperatures will rise above zero.
When NHL hockey players go crashing into the boards, advertisers enjoy some air time. But the logos fans see along the boards on TV are different from what is seen in the arena.
One man is dead and another is in custody after a crash in Fridley Monday morning.
After unusually warm winter weather cut the event short last year, organizers for the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships say ice conditions are some of the best they've seen in years.
Police gave few details about either shooting, but said no one has been arrested.
After 17 months of rebuilding from a bus crashing through its front window, the business is now facing another challenge.
Authorities say two people were seriously injured in a crash after a man fled from law enforcement during a traffic stop on Monday.
Seven different fire departments worked to put out a fire at a Wright County egg farm Monday morning.
Josh Madson is using his photography skills in an effort to bring the community together.
Authorities in northwestern Minnesota are advising residents to stay off the roads Friday afternoon.
From Nov. 27 through Dec. 31, 2,079 people were arrested as part of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety's DWI enforcement campaign.
Fire destroyed Winona's Black Horse Bar & Grill early Friday morning, with several fire departments trucking in water to help fight the blaze.
The red Toyota Camry that was being driven by Shuefuab "Shue" Xiong was found, unoccupied, in Superior.
The famous Leinenkugel's brewery in Chippewa Falls hasn't been owned by a member of the Leinenkugel family since 1988, but some members of the family want to change that.
Wisconsin's Democratic governor has created a new office dedicated to preventing gun violence, a month after a school shooting not far from the state Capitol.
Wisconsin's photo ID requirement for voting would be elevated from a state law to a constitutional amendment under a proposal approved in the Republican-controlled Assembly with no support from Democrats.
A Wisconsin woman who at age 12 stabbed her sixth-grade classmate nearly to death to please online horror character Slender Man will be released from a psychiatric hospital, a judge ordered on Thursday.
The Stillwater community and beyond are rallying around a high school girls soccer coach while he recovers from a spinal injury.
A shelter in the Twin Cities is doing something unique to make help more accessible and comfortable for survivors of domestic violence.
A Minneapolis woman with a knack for pampering people is stepping up amidst a personal care attendant shortage.
A local business, started during the pandemic, will soon celebrate two years at a physical location.
Emily Roth is the president of the Minnesota Children of the American Revolution and chose to help homeless veterans as her state project.
There's already fallout after Trump signed a flurry of executive actions on issues like immigration, federal workers and energy on his first day back in office.
In his inaugural address, President Trump said he'll be ushering in a new era and ending a period of American decline. Those executive orders cover a wide range of policies from immigration to energy, trade and inflation.
President Trump promises to crack down on illegal immigration. Jonah Kaplan investigates how our current deportation process works.
President Trump pledged on the campaign trail to absolve those who were charged for their conduct on Jan. 6, 2021.
The Senate quickly confirmed Rubio as the nation's top diplomat hours after Trump was sworn in.
It will be more expensive to attend the Minnesota State Fair this summer, officials announced on Sunday.
The series of January cold snaps is helping some Minnesota resorts get back on track. Even with below-average snowfall, business is looking up.
The brand says the savory drops are available for a limited time in January for National Soup Month, and the peak of cold and flu season.
UnitedHealth posted a better-than-expected fourth-quarter profit, but a nagging rise in medical costs and care utilization surprised Wall Street.
From 1980–2024, there were 62 confirmed weather/climate disaster events with losses of over $1 billion each in Minnesota.
Police gave few details about either shooting, but said no one has been arrested.
President Trump promises to crack down on illegal immigration. Jonah Kaplan investigates how our current deportation process works.
Authorities say two people were seriously injured in a crash after a man fled from law enforcement during a traffic stop on Monday.
A man is gravely injured after a shooting in St. Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood Sunday night, police say.
Adam Fravel is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Maddi Kingsbury, the mother of their two children. He maintains his innocence.
As illness is spreading around the state, one patient says their senior living facility is keeping residents separated to prevent more people from getting sick.
The U.S. surgeon general says even one drink per week significantly raises your cancer risks.
UnitedHealth posted a better-than-expected fourth-quarter profit, but a nagging rise in medical costs and care utilization surprised Wall Street.
Mariah Southwick says her friends, Rachel Kretchmer and Michael Shulze, died one week ago after buying what they thought was cocaine — instead, it was fentanyl-laced cocaine.
There is real concern among health officials there won't be nearly enough doctors in the future, let alone for rural Minnesota in the near term.
President-elect Donald Trump had one of the biggest names in country music performing at his swearing-in ceremony.
David Lynch has died at the age of 78, his family announced.
Bob Uecker was the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker "Mr. Baseball" and honors from the Hall of Fame.
Princess Kate made the announcement on social media after visiting the London hospital where she received treatment.
The Oscar-winning filmmaker behind "O.J.: Made in America" has made a nine-hour documentary about the life and achievements of Prince. However, it may never end up getting the audience it deserves.
It was a battle of north vs. south in boys hockey Friday night as Grand Rapids and White Bear Lake battled on the ice. Plus, a former University of Minnesota hockey player is feeling thankful amid his battle with a life-altering disease.
After unusually warm winter weather cut the event short last year, organizers for the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships say ice conditions are some of the best they've seen in years.
When NHL hockey players go crashing into the boards, advertisers enjoy some air time. But the logos fans see along the boards on TV are different from what is seen in the arena.
The Buckeyes earned their second national title since the start of the College Football Playoff era.
Jaren Jackson Jr. had 24 points, including 15 in the fourth quarter, and Desmond Bane added 22 points as the Memphis Grizzlies used a late rally to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-106.
A boycott, an alleged coup, multiple lawsuits — they're all part of the confusion and chaos at the Minnesota legislature.
Esme Murphy talks about how the capitol drama could continue for weeks.
The U.S. surgeon general says even one drink per week significantly raises your cancer risks.
The surgeon general says even if you have one drink once a week over a lifetime your odds cancer risk rises significantly.
The death of former Democratic Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic has left the Senate temporarily in a 33-33 tie. The special election in the heavily DFL district is Jan. 28. Republican Senate Leader Mark Johnson and DFL Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy are currently working out a temporary power-sharing agreement.
In the basement of the Minnesota History Center, you'll find corridors of giant blue cabinets that are guarded by lock and key.
The story behind the St. James Hotel is simple: 11 business owners needed a place for people to stay when they came to town. Likely none of them envisioned their establishment would one day end up on the National Register of Historic Places.
During the first week of December, Little Falls holds Christmas tours around town. It's a chance for historic buildings to deck their halls and spread their cheer.
Duluth is known for its scenic views across the city, but one location stands out from the rest.
One family's creative design in central Minnesota allows guests to sleep under the stars — at any time of year.
When NHL hockey players go crashing into the boards, advertisers enjoy some air time. But the logos fans see along the boards on TV are different from what is seen in the arena.
Well before evacuation orders are declared, or even before an emergency happens, there are ways to prepare.
The brutal cold that settled in on Monday is enough to make you cry. All it takes is a few seconds outside before the tears start flowing.
Celebration turned into frightening chaos on New Year's Day when a driver barreled down Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing 14 people. Two days later, the FBI released a bulletin warning of copycat attacks.
Here's an explanation of why people may hear creaks and trembles in their homes during cold months.
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.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
An extreme cold warning remains in place for the entire state through noon, and a NEXT Weather Alert is in effect.
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.
After warm winter weather cut their event short last year, organizers of the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships say the ice this year is some of the best they've seen.
Tuesday morning will bring the coldest air of our recent frigid stretch, but after that, temperatures will rise above zero.
Tuesday morning will bring the coldest air of our recent frigid stretch, but after that, temperatures will rise above zero.
Police are investigating two fatal shootings in Minneapolis, Minneapolis public transit wants to hear from you and more.
An extreme cold warning remains in place for the entire state through noon, and a NEXT Weather Alert is in effect.
After warm winter weather cut their event short last year, organizers of the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships say the ice this year is some of the best they've seen.
There's already fallout after Trump signed a flurry of executive actions on issues like immigration, federal workers and energy on his first day back in office.
Calling all cat lovers — there is a cat show just for you happening this weekend.