
Snowy owls delight birdwatchers, keep crews on their toes at MSP Airport
Nature lovers are capturing beautiful shots this winter of an intriguing sight at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
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Nature lovers are capturing beautiful shots this winter of an intriguing sight at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Following a deadly midair collision between a passenger jet and an Army helicopter near Washington D.C. on Wednesday, some people are wondering about the safety at other airports.
Following a deadly midair collision between a passenger jet and an Army helicopter near Washington D.C. on Wednesday, some people are wondering about the safety at other airports. (edited)
Multiple flights between Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and Washington D.C.'s Reagan National Airport have been canceled following the deadly collision between a passenger plane and an Army helicopter over the Potomac River on Wednesday night.
TSA agents stopped 52 firearms at MSP checkpoints in 2024.
"Delta's flight crew followed established procedures to suspend the takeoff of flight 2668 from Atlanta (ATL) to Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) after an indication of an engine issue," Delta Air Lines said in a statement.
Warm air mixed with snow and rain have caused fog to spread throughout Minnesota over the weekend and into Monday.
Low wait times and small crowds shocked travelers at MSP Tuesday.
Low wait times and small crowds shocked travelers at MSP Tuesday.
Two ground stops were ordered at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport Thursday morning amid a winter storm.
The Transportation Security Administration is predicting the busiest Thanksgiving ever.
MSP Airport expects its holiday travel rush will reach its peak on Wednesday. Before the the rush is over, the airport predicts nearly 470,000 people will fly through their checkpoints and tens of millions of Americans are expected to hit the road.
Over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, the Sun Country is expecting to serve 82,000 passengers at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
The Metropolitan Airports Commission, which owns and operates the airport, expects crowds to peak on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and the Sunday after.
On Tuesday, Timothy Hill Jr. of Woodbury was convicted of one count of wire fraud for embezzling more than $144,000 over 13 months.
Suspects in a stolen vehicle led police on a chase that ended at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport on Wednesday night.
Travelers experiencing sensory overload at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport will have a special space dedicated to helping them.
The 24-year-old man from Miami is charged with one count of identity theft and three counts of theft, according to a criminal complaint filed Monday in Hennepin County.
Minnesota is a focal point in the movement to produce an alternative to jet fuel that can reduce lifestyle carbon emissions by 80%.
SAF is a safe and certified alternative jet fuel that can reduce lifestyle carbon emissions by 80%. But with the industry in its infancy, there isn't enough of it being produced right now to fuel the world's airline for a single week.
Fewer Delta passengers are fighting to find a flight Wednesday. You can see the difference at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport as the carrier's CEO says the airline has largely recovered from the outsized impact it experienced from last week's CrowdStrike outage.
As Delta Air Lines works to get back on track after it canceled hundreds of flights over the weekend, customers are left wondering how they can get reimbursed if they are left stranded at the airport.
Flight cancellations and delays continued at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport on Monday, several days after global technology outages brought major disruptions to the airline industry.
Flight cancellations and delays continue at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport Monday, several days after global technology outages brought major disruptions to the airline industry.
A North Carolina woman is still trying to get home after last week's CrowdStrike outage waylaid her at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Organizers of the Basilica Block Party on Wednesday announced their decision to cancel this year's event.
Officials on Wednesday morning announced the winners of this year's Name a Snowplow contest.
The University of Minnesota dance team has been chosen to represent the United States at a world championship competition.
The proposal also came up in the 2022 legislative session. It didn't go anywhere that year, but it is a possibility this time around.
Minnesota lawmakers will get an update on the state's free school meals program Wednesday.
Organizers of the Basilica Block Party on Wednesday announced their decision to cancel this year's event.
Officials on Wednesday morning announced the winners of this year's Name a Snowplow contest.
Police say the woman's husband turned her in after finding text messages between her and the inmate.
Musical drama "Paradise Blue" is set to open this month at the Penumbra Theatre.
Two people were injured, including a police officer, in a crash late Tuesday evening in St. Paul.
Officials on Wednesday morning announced the winners of this year's Name a Snowplow contest.
The American Animal Hospital Association says the microchip registry of Save This Life abruptly closed and their database is gone.
The new department would conduct inspections, evaluations and investigations of state agencies and programs to identify fraud, waste, abuse and inefficiencies in state government.
Voters are going to the polls in districts within Itasca and Ramsey counties Tuesday to either narrow down or determine their next commissioner.
The 40-year-old Remer man faces two counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, court documents state.
A few inches of snow fell across Minnesota and Wisconsin after a snow storm Friday night into Saturday.
A unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that the swing state's nonpartisan top elections official can remain in her post despite not being reappointed and confirmed by the state Senate.
Authorities say slick road conditions contributed to a western Wisconsin crash that killed a 38-year-old man on Thursday.
The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association announced on Tuesday that 2,414 entries submitted for the 2025 U.S. Championship Cheese Contest.
A teen died after rear-ending a snow plow early Sunday morning in western Wisconsin.
It's not harvest season in Minnesota, but a local organization is working to support and build up Black and Brown farmers across the state year-round.
There can be reasons to put off going to treatment, but two friends are removing one big barrier.
From keynote speakers and dedicated discussions to live performances and museum exhibits, the Twin Cities is providing many ways for everyone to celebrate Black History.
It's ten below zero in Montgomery Minnesota, but these ladies aren't bothered — they are focused.
The Stillwater community and beyond are rallying around a high school girls soccer coach while he recovers from a spinal injury.
The proposal also came up in the 2022 legislative session. It didn't go anywhere that year, but it is a possibility this time around.
Minnesota lawmakers will get an update on the state's free school meals program Wednesday.
This proposal also came up in the 2022 legislative session.
The pilot program last year served millions of meals and went millions of dollars over budget to do so.
New warnings about higher prices for Minnesotans after President Donald Trump announced 25% tariffs on aluminum and steel. According to government estimates, the U.S. imports most of its aluminum from Canada. In Minneapolis, the Canadian Consulate hosted Minnesota business leaders and government ministers from nearby Sasketchewan.
Tuesday in Minneapolis, Canadian ministers met with local business leaders to discuss issues related to the now-delayed 25% tariffs on all imports from Canada and Mexico.
Fighting fraud will be front and center for lawmakers at the Minnesota State Capitol on Tuesday.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has a busy year ahead with the state legislature back in session, clashing with new federal policies ordered by President Trump and mulling over whether to run for a third term.
Esme Murphy speaks with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about, or avoiding, during Trump's second term of his presidency.
Lynde's is paying $12,000 more a month for eggs compared to a year ago. The price spike has forced owner Mark Lynde to do something he's never done before.
Police say the woman's husband turned her in after finding text messages between her and the inmate.
A former St. Paul high school volleyball coach pleaded guilty to charges in connection to sexually assaulting a 15-year-old player on his team.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara says the crime spree involved six different incidents, including robberies, burglaries and a carjacking.
The 40-year-old Remer man faces two counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, court documents state.
A statue of one of St. Paul's most famous sons was stolen from the capital city earlier this month, police say.
Hennepin Healthcare hospital is set to embark on a $2.5 billion renovation project, the most expensive in the hospital's history.
The NGO Doctors for America argued that HHS, CDC and FDA violated federal law in removing medical information from public-facing websites.
Eagles fans likely had a stress-free time watching the Super Bowl. Their hair might be especially thankful for that.
The president of the University of Minnesota said a slash in funding for medical research grants by the National Institutes of Health could have "serious consequences" for patients in the state.
The National Institutes of Health says the cuts will save more than $4 billion a year, but critics say it puts potentially lifesaving research in jeopardy.
Organizers of the Basilica Block Party on Wednesday announced their decision to cancel this year's event.
Officials on Wednesday morning announced the winners of this year's Name a Snowplow contest.
Musical drama "Paradise Blue" is set to open this month at the Penumbra Theatre.
Workers at legendary Minneapolis music venue First Avenue and its six Twin Cities sister clubs have ratified their first-ever union contract in a unanimous vote this weekend.
Can you feel it? Do you believe it? Def Leppard fans will be in a state of hysteria when the '80s band plays the Minnesota State Fair this summer.
Meet Giddy Unongo, a swimmer with autism at Minneapolis Southwest who is thriving with the help of two coaches. Plus, we catch up with a Minnetonka goaltender who may be one of the best in the country.
The University of Minnesota dance team has been chosen to represent the United States at a world championship competition.
Renata Fast of the Toronto Spectres scored on a breakaway late in overtime to successfully celebrate Natalie Spooner's return after a nine-month layoff from off-season knee surgery with a 3-2 win against the Minnesota Frost on Tuesday night.
The Minnesota Twins and free agent first baseman Ty France have agreed to a one-year major league contract, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
The Macalester women's basketball team has a weapon.
New polling from CBS shows positive numbers for President Trump's opening weeks.
Esme Murphy speaks with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about, or avoiding, during Trump's second term of his presidency.
President Donald Trump has proved his policy announcements are unpredictable. But what does that mean for your money? In Talk Points, Esme Murphy spoke with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about or avoiding during a second Trump Presidency.
Supporters say sports betting has its best chance ever of passing the Minnesota Legislature this session, but there is a big if.
Supporters say sports betting has its best chance ever of passing the Minnesota Legislature this session, but there is a big if.
If you've been to southeastern Minnesota, you've likely come across Sugar Loaf Bluff.
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.
The Agriculture Department predicts egg prices could rise another 20% this year. That might have some families rolling up their sleeves to go straight to the source.
Eagles fans likely had a stress-free time watching the Super Bowl. Their hair might be especially thankful for that.
It's no secret that many of us are glued to our phones. After all, 98% of Americans own one.
The Bakken Museum in South Minneapolis allows people to learn about the awkward and sometimes painful feeling.
It seems to happen to a lot of us. At some point, we start to need reading glasses.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says a cold weather advisory will be in effect overnight for wind chills 35 below zero for parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Temperatures are down below zero again tonight.
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.
Officials on Wednesday morning announced the winners of this year's Name a Snowplow contest.
Temperatures will be well below normal, with a high of 11 in the Twin Cities and wind chills between minus 20 and minus 35 in the morning.
Wednesday will remain frigid across Minnesota, and the southern part of the state will likely see light snow.
Michelle Mazzara shares some recipes from Luvafoodie.
Liz Heinecke shows off some easy demonstrations you can do at home that will teach young ones how atmospheric pressure works.
Relationship expert Dr. Shonda Craft looks into the different ways people express love and why it helps to know your partner's preferred style.
Organizers of the Basilica Block Party on Wednesday announced their decision to cancel this year's event.
A new survey suggests that some level of excitement is highly desired when it comes to making a date worth the effort.