Watch CBS News
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says deer numbers are continuing to rebound all across the state this year. Officials say the deer populations are now at or above its goal levels for lots of areas.
State regulators are giving the go-ahead to a controversial mining project near Minnesota's Iron Range. PolyMet Mining now has permission to move forward with a $1-billion copper-nickel mine.
Hunting for changing fall foliage, or leaf peeping, only happens once a year. So, isn't it about that time of year?
Duck hunting should be good when Minnesota's main waterfowl season opens Saturday morning, wildlife managers said Monday.
The winters are getting warmer than they used to be, and there's new local data to back that up.
Experts at the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources predict a beautiful display of fall colors across most of Minnesota.
The Minnesota DNR says its foresters are reporting more acorns as we wind down the summer.
The forestry experts say it's all normal. It's really the oak trees just trying to make more oak babies.
Scientists still don't have a clear answer on whether invasive species are destroying Minnesota's lakes more than 20 years after they started spreading in the state's waters.
The DNR gave Wednesday an A+ on its "Summer Glory Index," which is what they use to rate the most comfortable days of the season.
Starry stonewort is an alga that looks similar to other native plants and can form dense mats, which can interfere with use of a lake and compete with native plants.
The shooting of a black bear in Minnetonka near a popular lakeside restaurant has many people taking to social media.
Conservation officers want to know who set animal traps near a popular walking trail.
A virus from the koi goldfish also has been found in at least eight other southern Minnesota lakes in the past year.
The DNR is warning swimmers and boaters about high water on many Minnesota lakes and rivers this holiday weekend.
Officials believe a ferret-like animal called a fisher seriously injured a 5-year-old boy Friday in Detroit Lakes.
From fishing to water skiing -- to just cruising on the lake, Minnesota has a special relationship with boats.
A duck in Bloomington knows how to make an exit with her ducklings.
All of the maples seeds can look like a tree is dying, but that's not the case.
Police in Burnsville are asking residents to be cautious as there has been a black bear spotted in the southeast area of the city.
In Minnesota, children under the age of 10 are required by law to wear life jackets while on boats.
Earlier this month, the DNR developed an online tool that allows people who see bears to record their findings.
The Minnesota DNR has new firewood laws for campers and people planning to visit state parks this summer.
With late ice outs on many Minnesota lakes, the water is only about 40 degrees in many spots.
Most of Minnesota's 75 state parks were constructed long before the ADA became law -- and officials want funds to make changes.
The Minnesota Twins have put right-hander Bailey Ober on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation.
The footage from just after 5:30 a.m. Saturday shows a black bear walking through Meehan's backyard, not far from the Minneapolis border.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the skidding Minnesota Twins 9-3 to complete a three-game sweep.
Minnesota's endorsing conventions are over, and the story of the weekend is the upset of House Speaker Lisa Demuth in the GOP governor's race.
A 29-year-old man drowned at a lake in northern Minnesota on Saturday, according to the sheriff's office.
The footage from just after 5:30 a.m. Saturday shows a black bear walking through Meehan's backyard, not far from the Minneapolis border.
Minnesota's endorsing conventions are over, and the story of the weekend is the upset of House Speaker Lisa Demuth in the GOP governor's race.
On the Lake Harriet shoreline in Minneapolis Saturday evening, dozens of children picked up a fishing rod for the first time.
A group of visually impaired and blind sailors are breaking barriers and waves on Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis.
A Minneapolis street will forever serve to honor the police officer who lost his life on it. A portion of Blaisdell Avenue is now called "Officer Jamal Mitchell Way."
Minnesota's endorsing conventions are over, and the story of the weekend is the upset of House Speaker Lisa Demuth in the GOP governor's race.
A 29-year-old man drowned at a lake in northern Minnesota on Saturday, according to the sheriff's office.
Our summer-like temperatures will continue through the weekend.
Bones that were found during an excavation in Lake Lillian, Minnesota, on Wednesday may be "archaeological and indigenous," the Kandiyohi County Sheriff's Office said.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar's campaign announced Friday that former Fergus Falls Mayor Ben Schierer, a small business owner and rural economic development leader, will join her ticket in the Minnesota governor's race.
A Minnesota man was arrested in Wisconsin Saturday afternoon for allegedly driving under the influence with four children inside his car, officials say.
A driver went airborne during a high-speed police chase in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, after fleeing a traffic stop.
Fifty beagles rescued from animal testing in Wisconsin are set to arrive in Minnesota Thursday.
A 100-mile stretch of Mississippi River towns is hosting its annual 100 Mile Garage Sale this weekend, drawing shoppers and sellers from across the region and beyond.
Minnesota animal rescues are stepping up to take in dogs from a Wisconsin research facility accused of animal abuse.
On the Lake Harriet shoreline in Minneapolis Saturday evening, dozens of children picked up a fishing rod for the first time.
Hours after the announcement, community members were eager to learn more about the one challenged with leading the most scrutinized police department in the country.
Created by Freedom Reads, a nonprofit organization in Connecticut, the Inside Literary Prize is the first major U.S. book award decided exclusively by incarcerated readers.
A 23-year-old man from Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, faces a criminal vehicular homicide charge after prosecutors say he hit and killed a person on a highway, then fled.
Quincy Street isn't just at the center of Art-A-Whirl, it's at the heart of the Arts District in northeast Minneapolis. The road itself, however, is falling apart. And the only thing bumpier than the exposed brick is the reaction to the city's plans to fix it.
Minnesota's endorsing conventions are over, and the story of the weekend is the upset of House Speaker Lisa Demuth in the GOP governor's race.
In the Republican endorsement for U.S. Senate, ex-Navy Seal Adam Schwarze won over a candidate with great name recognition.
Amy Fredericksen details what happened in Duluth over the weekend, when the state’s Republican Party endorsed candidates for U.S. Senate and governor.
Minnesota Republicans cast ballots for ten rounds to decide who they will back for governor.
The state DFL has endorsed U.S. Senate candidate and Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan for the congressional seat.
Asia Village, A new Asian-themed marketplace that opened on Friday in Blaine, includes 11 different eateries, a massive place to get groceries and another for skin care products.
If you're holding back on spending or worried about losing your job, you are not alone. U.S. consumer sentiment just hit an all-time low this month.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says its new "modern and secure" licensing system will launch next month, with fishing and hunting licenses first up.
As Minnesotans get ready for Memorial Day weekend and travel, they're also keeping an eye on gas prices.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
Minneapolis Police are investigating after three men were stabbed at an apartment building overnight Saturday.
Police in St. Paul, Minnesota, are investigating after two people were shot Friday night.
Federal charges accuse a southern Minnesota man of using social media and other online avenues to solicit child sexual abuse material from hundreds of minors all over the world.
A suspect in a shooting that left two people wounded on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis Friday morning is in custody, police said.
An International Falls, Minnesota, man who is accused of abducting and sexually assaulting a 7-year-old Zimmerman girl now faces federal charges.
In 2021, Sarah Siedschlag was diagnosed with breast cancer after finishing a marathon the week before.
It's safe to say the Land of 10,000 Lakes offers some of the best summer weather in the country, but oppressive heat and smoke — particularly in recent years — can have negative impacts.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz went to Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis Wednesday to talk about how the state is going to help the hospital financially.
Minnesota has legalized marijuana. Could magic mushrooms be next?
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
WWE superstar Tiffany Stratton grew up in Prior Lake, Minnesota, and focused on another sport before becoming a champion in the ring.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the skidding Minnesota Twins 9-3 to complete a three-game sweep.
Jake Mangum finished with three hits, including his first home run of the season as the Pittsburgh Pirates held off the Minnesota Twins 10-9.
The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms with Seattle Seahawks assistant general manager Nolan Teasley as their GM, the NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, who cited his own sources, said Saturday. The Vikings have yet to confirm the move.
The Minnesota Twins have designated pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson for assignment.
Bryan Reynolds hit a two-run homer with one out in the ninth inning to give the Pirates a 6-5 victory over the Twins on Friday night.
Minnesota's endorsing conventions are over, and the story of the weekend is the upset of House Speaker Lisa Demuth in the GOP governor's race.
Minnesota's election season officially kicks off this week as both major parties hold conventions to endorse candidates for governor and U.S. Senate, with competitive battles on the Republican side and clearer paths for Democrats.
Both parties begin the endorsement process today in Rochester and Duluth, with the August primary just two months away.
Friday, the Democratic and Republican parties begin the process of endorsing nominees for statewide offices.
Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District is the only open district in the state. Incumbent Democrat Angie Craig is leaving the seat to run for the U.S. Senate.
Minneiska, Minnesota, is a small river town on Highway 61 near the Mississippi River, but at one point it was home to a castle.
The sign is 51 feet tall and 63 feet wide. And when it was built 85 years ago it was one of the largest neon signs in the entire country.
There's a place in Wabasha County, Minnesota, where people go wild for wildflowers.
For nearly 50 years, Farmamerica has been sowing agricultural knowledge near Waseca, Minnesota.
The carillon has 56 bells, and the Mayo Clinic said that makes it one of the largest instruments in the world and the largest instrument in Minnesota.
If you're holding back on spending or worried about losing your job, you are not alone. U.S. consumer sentiment just hit an all-time low this month.
We can't control the prices are the grocery store, but what we can control is how to stretch that hard earned dollar, especially when shopping for fruits and vegetables. So what's the best way to keep fruits and vegetables fresh?
If Minnesota lawmakers won't vote on a bill, why can't the people? That's what Carol from Stillwater wants to know after the gun reform bill never made it to the House floor. In Good Question, Jeff Wagner explains how statewide ballot measures are created.
Dozens of recreational marijuana dispensaries can now be found across Minnesota. Many of them opened last year, but it's still relatively new. And if you've visited dispensaries in other states, the rules can be different.
President Trump's idea to save drivers a few dollars at the pump could cost them in the long run.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
After some off-and-on showers Sunday night, Monday will likely be dry in the afternoon, with temps in the 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 see some sunshine with breaks in the clouds.
Expect summer-like temperatures to end the month of May. Meteorologist Katie Steiner details when we could see our next storm chances.
Summer temperatures will continue through to Sunday. Rain chances on Sunday, with a better chance of rain in the southwest part of the state. Meteorologist Katie Steiner shares the next few days forecast and when we could see a stronger storm.
After some off-and-on showers Sunday night, Monday will likely be dry in the afternoon, with temps in the 80s.
The footage from just after 5:30 a.m. Saturday shows a black bear walking through John Meehan's backyard, not far from the Minneapolis border.
The Minnesota GOP endorsed Kendall Qualls for governor over the weekend, while the DFL endorsed Sen. Amy Klobuchar.
Sunday will see some sunshine with breaks in the clouds.
In the Republican endorsement for U.S. Senate, ex-Navy Seal Adam Schwarze won over a candidate with great name recognition.