Panoway on Wayzata Bay to make grand debut
Wayzata Mayor Johanna Mouton discusses her city’s new floating walkway connecting Lake Minnetonka and downtown Wayzata.
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Wayzata Mayor Johanna Mouton discusses her city’s new floating walkway connecting Lake Minnetonka and downtown Wayzata.
The Hennepin County Sheriff declared "ice out" on Lake Minnetonka Wednesday evening.
The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office declared ice out on Lake Minnetonka Wednesday evening exactly two months after a record-late ice-in.
The record warmth Minnesota has experienced this winter means a lack of ice on the lakes. In fact, Lake Minnetonka could have its earliest ice-out on record, after also marking the record latest ice-in.
For 84 years, it produced plays, musicals, and hosted weddings. Now, it’s the final curtain call for the Old Log Theatre.
A brewery in the west metro shared a video of a beer mishap that sent a worker to the ground.
In a shockingly warm winter, some ice fishing guides are offering different opportunities for customers.
Tough souls looking to "splash" into the new year will do so with or without ice.
A celebration of history is bringing tens of thousands to the shores of Lake Minnetonka this weekend.
You don’t have to have any experience to get into the Lake Minnetonka Sailing School, Molly Rosenblatt reports (2:37). WCCO 4 News At 6 – June 17, 2016
A fire at a Lake Minnetonka marina destroyed several boats, and caused a half-million dollars in damage.
It started two weeks ago and it's already making a difference.
A new partnership has formed on the waters of Lake Minnetonka that hopes to save lives and improve first response to emergencies.
There's a new partnership to help protect people on the waters of Lake Minnetonka.
Fireworks destroyed several boats and damaged a dock at an Orono marina overnight Wednesday on Lake Minnetonka.
There's a new partnership to help protect people on the waters of Lake Minnetonka.
A fire at a Lake Minnetonka marina destroyed several boats, and caused a half-million dollars in damage.
Xcel Energy is working to restore power after strong winds caused at least 30,000 customers to lose power.
"It's just an iconic property," said realtor Jim Schwarz, the home's listing agent. "It's a prominent house on a prominent piece of property."
Adam Duxter gets an exclusive tour and peek inside of a Wayzata Bay home that you'll only see on WCCO News.
If you don't own a boat, there's still a way to enjoy lake life.
First responders are celebrating some major changes at Lake Minnetonka that will speed up response times.
First responders are celebrating some major changes at Lake Minnetonka that will speed up response times.
Summer-like weather is bringing boats back out on the water, but one of the most popular spots in the Twin Cities is making some changes.
Summer-like weather is bringing boats back out on the water, but one of the most popular spots in the Twin Cities is making some changes.
Police in West St. Paul are investigating after a domestic assault suspect crashed their car and died during a police chase early Sunday morning.
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
Sunday will be another beautiful day filled with sunshine and warmer temperatures after a brief fling with fall.
The Minnesota Vikings start the 2024 season on the road against the New York Giants Sunday.
More think Kamala Harris has the cognitive health to serve as president. Inflation concerns are bolstering Trump.
Police in West St. Paul are investigating after a domestic assault suspect crashed their car and died during a police chase early Sunday morning.
The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a fatal crash
Minneapolis police responded to an active shooter at a Minnehaha apartment complex early Saturday morning.
A family is heartbroken and a driver is on the run after crashing into an Uber carrying Kelvin Conteh back in December.
A 65-year-old woman is dead after she was hit by a motorist Friday afternoon in Shorewood.
A central Minnesota Army National Guard unit is being honored with the U.S. military's highest unit award.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources released its 2024 fall colors forecast on Friday. Here's what to know.
A 26-year-old man is in the hospital with serious injuries after a hit-and-run incident in northern Minnesota Thursday afternoon.
A sports card collector from Minnesota just helped make the sale of a lifetime.
The Minnesota Department of Health has reported 46 cases of measles in the state this year, which has officials accelerating vaccine recommendations.
Two Wisconsin agencies are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs from a poultry farm.
Wisconsin officials say 26 people have died so far this year in ATV-related crashes, putting 2024 on pace to be even deadlier on state roads and trails.
Richard was taken in by Coco's Heart Dog Rescue due to a hoarding situation.
A suspect has been arrested in the fatal shooting of a national gymnastics champion in an apartment near the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater campus.
Gov. Tim Walz spent Labor Day on the campaign trail talking to union workers.
Farming is one of the oldest professions in Minnesota with generations of families embedded in the land. But that can make it hard for newcomers, especially immigrant farmers, to set roots of their own.
As students prepare to head back to the classroom, it can be hard for many families to afford everything on the back-to-school shopping list, especially when it comes to electronics.
A brand new Ojibwe language dub of the epic space opera "Star Wars: A New Hope" is getting its first showtimes this weekend.
The second day of the fifth annual Black Entrepreneur State Fair ended in chaos when severe weather knocked down vendor tents and threw debris around.
One southern Minnesota town is approaching grief and loss in a unique way.
More think Kamala Harris has the cognitive health to serve as president. Inflation concerns are bolstering Trump.
Uncommitted voters are hoping the Harris campaign does more and sits down with the Palestinian families before the election in November.
Trump was convicted in May on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in relation to a "hush money" payment to an adult film star before the 2016 election.
U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan issued an order mostly siding with a timeline proposed by special counsel Jack Smith.
Iowa Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg is resigning after serving more than seven years in office to take the helm of the state's bankers association.
Instead of dealing with drought like last year, they dealt with more rain than many fields could handle.
For five straight years, insurance companies say they have lost money in Minnesota. Now, some people are paying up an additional $1,600 or more for coverage.
It used to be that moving to the suburbs meant renting a place for less than what you'd find in the city. But as more renters leave the city, that price gap is shrinking.
Target's popular car seat trade-in event is set to return later this month.
The deadline is fast approaching for the first wave of recipients to redeem their e-bike rebate.
Police in West St. Paul are investigating after a domestic assault suspect crashed their car and died during a police chase early Sunday morning.
Authorities consider a "person of interest" to be armed and dangerous, and they cautioned members of the public who might spot him not to approach him.
The suspect charged with the fatal shooting of De'Jaun Hall was high on PCP when he shot him, per the criminal complaint.
Minneapolis police responded to an active shooter at a Minnehaha apartment complex early Saturday morning.
A family is heartbroken and a driver is on the run after crashing into an Uber carrying Kelvin Conteh back in December.
A nationwide listeria outbreak blamed for nine deaths is turning into a potential legal nightmare for food maker Boar's Head.
The empty nest can stir up all kinds of emotions, from excitement to sadness. So, how can parents cope with empty-nest syndrome? Good question.
The Minnesota Department of Health has reported 46 cases of measles in the state this year, which has officials accelerating vaccine recommendations.
The Crystal Police Department rallies around one of their newest officers as she battles breast cancer.
Minnesota Department of Health epidemiologist supervisor Elizabeth Schiffman says mosquito-borne diseases peak at the end of summer into early fall.
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
The Grammy-winning musician's composition "Mas Que Nada" was one of the songs that helped popularize the Brazilian music genre bossa nova worldwide in the 1960s.
A music festival in the North Loop has been canceled three days before it was set to take place.
The teen idol who helped ignite the 1960s surfing craze as a handsome beach boy in the "Gidget" movies, James Darren has died at 88.
Walt Disney Co. pulled ESPN, its Disney network and ABC stations from DirecTV's service, a move that came on a busy sports night.
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
The Minnesota Vikings start the 2024 season on the road against the New York Giants Sunday.
Bobby Witt Jr. hit a tiebreaking single in a four-run eighth inning, and the Kansas City Royals beat Minnesota 4-2 to open a 1 1/2-game lead over the Twins for the second AL wild card.
Max Brosmer passed for 271 yards and two touchdowns in just three quarters as Minnesota routed FCS opponent Rhode Island 48-0.
The Minnesota Twins lost to the Kansas City Royals 5-0 on Friday night with the teams switching places in the AL Central and wild card standings.
A rare open Minnesota Congressional seat is up for grabs this November. The Democratic candidate, Dr. Kelly Morrison, is running against Republican candidate Tad Jude for Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District.
A rare open Minnesota Congressional seat is up for grabs this November. The Democratic candidate, Dr. Kelly Morrison, is running against Republican candidate Tadd Jude for Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District. Morrison has a big fundraising edge she has raised $1.3 million compared to Jude's $162,000. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Professor Larry Jacobs from the University of Minnesota about that edge.
A rare open Minnesota Congressional seat is up for grabs this November. The Democratic candidate, Dr. Kelly Morrison, is running against Republican candidate Tadd Jude for Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Morrison who aims to become the only pro-abortion rights OB-GYN on Capitol Hill.
A rare open Minnesota Congressional seat is up for grabs this November. The Democratic candidate, Dr. Kelly Morrison, is running against Republican candidate Tadd Jude for Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Jude about this history of political service in Minnesota and his anti abortion stance.
As Gov. Tim Walz spends much of his time campaigning across the nation, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan is shouldering more responsibility.
It's the center piece of the Walker Art Center's sculpture garden. And in many ways, it's become a state symbol. Roughly 600,000 people a year visit the Spoon and Cherry.
It's estimated that at least half of all fairgoers visit the Miracle of Birth Center, making it one of the most popular exhibits at the fair—and one of the most educational.
Llamas, hockey teams and even a president have made their presence felt at the Lee and Rose Warner Coliseum.
There are a few ghost towns in our state, but how about a ghost harbor? In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen looks at the rise and fall of Taconite Harbor in Cook County.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen travels to Fillmore County to show us how Mystery Cave got its name.
The empty nest can stir up all kinds of emotions, from excitement to sadness. So, how can parents cope with empty-nest syndrome? Good question.
Minnesota Department of Health epidemiologist supervisor Elizabeth Schiffman says mosquito-borne diseases peak at the end of summer into early fall.
Stepping into the Grandstand is like navigating a maze of merchandise. Forget food on a stick, how about the tools to cut one? Everything is for sale in there — even the kitchen sink.
Minnesota law requires drivers to stop when they see a bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended.
Monday evening, the latest CBS News and YouGov poll showed Vice President Kamala Harris with a three-point lead nationally over former President Donald Trump.
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.
A powerful thunderstorm tore through the grounds of the Minnesota State Fair on Monday night, delaying Tuesday's opening.
A severe thunderstorm swept through the Twin Cities metro late Monday evening, bringing sights to behold.
The northern lights dazzled Minnesotans overnight, and some WCCO viewers shared their best pictures.
The Minnesota State Fair has announced its new offerings for 2024, and they include plenty of fried foods, plenty of dairy, and plenty of sweet corn. See the full roster of new items here.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says high pressure stays with us into the work week with highs even warmer into the mid-80s.
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.
Sunday will be another beautiful day filled with sunshine and warmer temperatures after a brief fling with fall.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says another beautiful day is on the way filled with more sunshine.
Tonight we will have temps in the 50s for most of the state, some parts could see temps in the upper 40s. But we see a big warmup come Sunday. Temps could hit as high as the upper 80s, well above average. Katie Steiner delves into what our weather will be over the next few days.
Sobriety is a tough journey, but it doesn't have to be one you face alone. Photojournalist Joe Van Ryn introduces us to the Sober Climb Club.
If you want to enjoy that picture perfect weather, we've got an idea for you.
The community building competition looks to see who reigns supreme in the realm of BBQ.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says high pressure stays with us into the work week with highs even warmer into the mid-80s.
Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump will face off for the first time on the debate stage Tuesday night. WCCO's Esme Murphy asked Democratic analyst Abou Amara and Republican analyst Amy Koch give their thoughts on the upcoming debate.