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A man convicted of murdering another man in St. Paul in 2021 and dismembering and disposing of his body in Wisconsin has been sentenced.
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A man convicted of murdering another man in St. Paul in 2021 and dismembering and disposing of his body in Wisconsin has been sentenced.
Indigenous tribes in Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin are asking federal officials to deny a utility's request for a loan to cover its share of a natural gas-fired power plant on the shores of Lake Superior.
The deep blue waters, the rocky cliffs of the North Shore, the wondrous foliage, it's all there and ready for its closeup.
"This is not the outcome that we wanted, and our thoughts and prayers go to Denny's family and friends," said Cook County Sheriff Pat Eliasen.
Duluth police say two people were inside a car on Park Point when it drove into Lake Superior Monday night.
Duluth police say two people were inside a car on Park Point when it drove into Lake Superior Monday night.
A tragedy on the North Shore has left the friends and families of two high school graduates heartbroken.
Two people drowned Sunday afternoon in Lake Superior after jumping from a cliff in Silver Bay.
The power of Lake Superior was too much for two men cliff-jumping on the North Shore this weekend.
A new option for glamorous camping - also known as "glamping" - is open along the North Shore.
Lightfoot will always have a piece of Minnesota's heart because of his hit 1976 song "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald."
The man who sang that iconic 1976 song about the Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck on Lake Superior has passed away.
Michigan researchers hope the discovery will lead them to a third ship that sank at the same time, killing nearly 30 people aboard the trio of lumber-shipping vessels.
The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society just released underwater footage that shows two ships that sank all the way back in 1914 off the Upper Peninsula.
A dramatic discovery has been made in the depths of Lake Superior.
An old shipwreck has been discovered at the bottom of Lake Superior.
Even when it's well below zero, waves can still be more than 10-feet high on Lake Superior.
Even when it’s well below zero, waves can still be more than 10-feet high on Lake Superior. John Lauritsen shows us how a warm weather sport became a winter pastime on the North Shore.
One sure sign of the season from up north: You know it's cold if you can see the "sea smoke" on Lake Superior.
One sure sign of the season from up north: You know it's cold if you can see the "sea smoke" on Lake Superior.
More than 10 inches of snow already fell in the Duluth area, and more is on the way. But people are embracing the blizzard – and getting ready for round two.
Up north in Duluth, the wet, heavy snow forced Spirit Mountain to close Wednesday because the ski lifts are unusable. But thrill seekers are finding other ways to take advantage of conditions.
A blizzard warning is in effect on the North Shore and the Arrowhead, and officials in the region are letting everyone know about it.
Duluth is known as an outdoor-lover's dream. In part for its scenic views of Lake Superior, Canal Park, and the Aerial Lift Bridge. It's also a popular destination for holiday fun.
An event marking the 47th anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck carried on Thursday, despite the nasty weather up north.
An Elk River family who for weeks fought for their daughter to have access to her medical cannabis on school grounds saw their persistence pay off over the weekend.
"Her one action not only changed Parker's life, but also started a chain reaction across the country that's helped several people live longer, healthier lives," said Elizabeth Lintelman.
At first, the work on the mansion on St. Paul's Summit Avenue, which started this summer, was supposed to cost about $7 million. Now, it's nearly doubled to about $13 million.
Police are asking for the public's help to find a missing 13-year-old Minneapolis girl.
Police are searching for the shooter who wounded a man late Monday afternoon in south Minneapolis.
At first, the work on the mansion on St. Paul's Summit Avenue, which started this summer, was supposed to cost about $7 million. Now, it's nearly doubled to about $13 million.
Police are asking for the public's help to find a missing 13-year-old Minneapolis girl.
Police are searching for the shooter who wounded a man late Monday afternoon in south Minneapolis.
Safety concerns at a downtown Minneapolis hot spot have neighbors working with police and elected officials to fix the problem.
Cochlear implants are only approved for kids this young in rare cases. The family hopes parents in a similar situation will have the advantage of hearing about Diana's journey.
An Elk River family who for weeks fought for their daughter to have access to her medical cannabis on school grounds saw their persistence pay off over the weekend.
"Her one action not only changed Parker's life, but also started a chain reaction across the country that's helped several people live longer, healthier lives," said Elizabeth Lintelman.
We are still a couple of months away from holiday toy shopping, but a group of volunteers in Clear Lake never stops making gifts for kids.
Some invasive pests can do serious damage. Emerald Ash Borer, for instance, has had huge economic and ecological impacts in Minnesota. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture says non-native pests have been responsible for nearly wiping out entire tree species within decades.
If you have design ideas for the next Minnesota state flag and seal, public submissions are now open.
Former Justice David Prosser called a lawsuit alleging violations of the state open meetings law "frivolous," saying those looking into impeachment met once but are operating independently and not as a governmental body subject to the law.
A Wisconsin creamery must pay $250,000 for allegedly violating its wastewater discharge permit and polluting a nearby creek, according to the state's Department of Justice.
Minneapolis ranks second on the list from Neighbor.com, which based the rankings on factors such as charitable donations, volunteer work, and crime.
Republicans who control the state Senate's sporting heritage committee have voted against confirming four of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' appointees to the Department of Natural Resources policy board.
A milling company has agreed to plead guilty to falsifying records at a Wisconsin plant that exploded six years ago, killing five workers.
We are still a couple of months away from holiday toy shopping, but a group of volunteers in Clear Lake never stops making gifts for kids.
A Mother's Love has a new employment and economic development program. It includes bringing employers to the northside to offer opportunities that will help transform lives and families, and get them prepared to handle changes within their community.
A St. Paul man has spent 30 months recovering from a medical emergency that nearly killed him. Each tough day of that fight has been motivated by one goal: To get to today.
A 4-year-old Twin Cities boy battling leukemia is about to get his day in the sun.
The mental health therapists started the podcast as a way to correct misinformation on social media and to reach the younger Hmong generation to make them feel less alone.
The cost to remodel the Minnesota governor's residence has skyrocketed.
At first, the work on the mansion on St. Paul's Summit Avenue, which started this summer, was supposed to cost about $7 million. Now, it's nearly doubled to about $13 million.
The plane crashed Sunday evening shortly after taking off from Canyonlands Airfield about 15 miles north of Moab.
If you have design ideas for the next Minnesota state flag and seal, public submissions are now open.
Doug Larsen, a Republican first elected to the North Dakota Senate in 2020, was also a lieutenant colonel in the North Dakota National Guard.
We are still a couple of months away from holiday toy shopping, but a group of volunteers in Clear Lake never stops making gifts for kids.
The Minnesota Department of Revenue says since Aug. 16, about 2.1 million Minnesotans have received direct deposits or paper checks from the state.
The country music star earlier this week announced his "One Night at a Time" tour would make a stop at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Thursday, June 20. But on Friday it was announced that there would be a second option, on Friday, June 21.
"This is one of the last big major pieces to kind of re-weave the fabric of the city back together," Bob Pfefferle, Managing Director of Hines said.
A panel at the Mall of America on Thursday focused on cracking down on organized retail theft. Police, prosecutors and retailers discussed a new law that they hope will cut down on the growing problem.
Police are searching for the shooter who wounded a man late Monday afternoon in south Minneapolis.
Safety concerns at a downtown Minneapolis hot spot have neighbors working with police and elected officials to fix the problem.
A southern Minnesota man faces heightened murder charges in connection to the death of his ex-partner Madeline Kingsbury.
A 47-year-old central Minnesota woman has pleaded guilty to a crash that killed 29-year-old Abigail Anderson in 2021.
A volleyball coach at a high school in St. Paul faces charges accusing him of having an inappropriate sexual relationship with a 15-year-old student.
An Elk River family who for weeks fought for their daughter to have access to her medical cannabis on school grounds saw their persistence pay off over the weekend.
"Her one action not only changed Parker's life, but also started a chain reaction across the country that's helped several people live longer, healthier lives," said Elizabeth Lintelman.
Cochlear implants are only approved for kids this young in rare cases. The family hopes parents in a similar situation will have the advantage of hearing about Diana's journey.
The approach to fighting sexually transmitted infections has been nicknamed "Doxy-PEP."
American Drew Weissman, Hungarian Katalin Karikó win 2023 Nobel Prize in medicine for mRNA research behind "the unprecedented rate" of COVID-19 vaccine development.
The Foo Fighters will visit Minneapolis on their next tour, the first stop in Minnesota since the death of drummer Taylor Hawkins.
They were the first shows to leave the air when the writers strike began May 2 and now will be among the first to return.
State restrictions on books that can be made available to Iowa students have prompted some Des Moines area school districts to post disclaimers on Little Free Libraries.
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
The straightest path to Minnesota's first victory was always going to travel through the defense despite all the firepower the Vikings possess on offense.
The Minnesota Twins have the longest postseason losing streak in major North American professional sports at 18 straight games.
Two Minnesota Lynx players have been named to the WNBA's All-Rookie Team.
With homefield advantage secured for their first-round playoff matchup with the Toronto Blue Jays, the Minnesota Twins have a chance to snap one of the saddest streaks in pro sports.
"I still believe in the talent and the coaching staff that they have, and I truly feel like we'll win the division again and take it from there," Rufus Bess said.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy digs into the lawsuit that could knock Trump off the ballot for Minnesota's Super Tuesday primary on March 5, 2024.
Adding to former President Donald Trump's legal problems is a debate over a Civil War-era clause in the U.S. Constitution that bars anyone who supported an insurrection from holding office.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy digs into the lawsuit that could knock Trump off the ballot for Minnesota's Super Tuesday primary on March 5, 2024. Former State Supreme Court Justice Paul Anderson, a Republican, is among those supporting the lawsuit.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy digs into the lawsuit that could knock Trump off the ballot for Minnesota's Super Tuesday primary on March 5, 2024. Democratic consultant and attorney Abou Amara, Republican consultant Preya Samsundar, and Republican analyst Amy Koch speak on the issue.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy digs into the lawsuit that could knock Trump off the ballot for Minnesota's Super Tuesday primary on March 5, 2024. Hamline University and University of Minnesota Constitutional Law Professor David Schultz thinks it will be hard to disqualify Trump.
It's not very often you come across a '50s diner in the middle of farm country. But you'll find exactly that at Kramer Farms in Dodge County.
Fly fishing in one Minnesota county has become a destination for anglers across the country.
The average chainsaw artist lasts about three to five years in the business because it can be a grueling and dangerous occupation. But an Avon man has created intricate sculptures for 37 years, and counting.
Years ago, David Nigg found himself at a farm auction in Dyersville, Iowa, and he returned home with a little John Deere tractor. From there, things just started rolling.
The Space Tower is an iconic attraction and landmark that you can see from pretty much anywhere on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Built in 1964, it's hundreds of feet of history.
How do algae blooms form? And how might we be part of the cause? Good Question.
Many of us will go to a corn maze this fall. In fact, WCCO's morning team already spent time at one at the Sever's Fall Festival in Shakopee. It had them wondering, how do they even make corn mazes? Good Question.
A common way to maintain your car's health is giving customers sticker shock.
As week two of the NFL season wraps up, the Minnesota Vikings are already at a make-or-break point.
Doctors hope a new vaccine can keep the worst of the virus at bay. But as cases rise, you might find yourself reaching in your medicine cabinet again for an old, at-home test.
Get a feel for 2023 Vikings training camp.
The Minnesota State Fair announced its new offerings for the 2023 edition.
Between 12,000 and 16,000 black bears live in Minnesota, the Minnesota DNR says. For the past 20 years, the population has been growing and expanding further south and west. That means a lot of close encounters for Minnesotans.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Tuesday will be the last day of above-average heat, before seasonable temps take over.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says you can expect temperatures to get significantly cooler throughout this week.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says you can expect temperatures to get significantly cooler throughout this week.
There is a marginal risk of severe weather Tuesday in western Minnesota.
Tuesday will be the last day of above-average heat, before seasonable temps take over.
In just a few years, you can sink your teeth into a new treat from the University of Minnesota. It's the latest apple variety called "Kudos" — a mix of Honeycrips and Zestars that bear a tropical taste.
What started as a typical checkup ended with a devastating diagnosis for a young Fairmont girl. But then, that little girl got a generous, life-saving gift from her preschool teacher.
The cost to remodel the Minnesota governor's residence has skyrocketed.
New details have been released about a dramatic crash caught on camera early Saturday morning in Edina.