Pedestrian killed by a hit-and-run driver in Deer River, State Patrol says
The Minnesota State Patrol is looking for your help after a deadly hit-and-run in northern Minnesota.
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Watch: Man struggles with state trooper during rush hour on I-94
Intense moments on an interstate as a man tries to fight a trooper during rush hour.
Video: Man appears to grab at state trooper's gun during struggle on I-94 in Minneapolis
Video shows a man nearly taking a state trooper's gun on Interstate 94 in Minneapolis Tuesday during the evening rush hour.
WATCH: Man tries to take state trooper's gun on I-94 in Minneapolis
Video shows a man nearly taking a state trooper's gun on Interstate 94 in Minneapolis Tuesday during the evening rush hour.
Family of Ricky Cobb II calls for action, answers
The family of a man killed by a state trooper last month say they want justice -- and will let the investigation play out.
Family of Ricky Cobb II speak out on his fatal police shooting
They plan to answer questions with a number of civil rights attorneys, Bakari Sellers and Harry Daniels as well as F. Clayton Tyler.
Police union reacts to Gov. Walz meeting with Cobb family
Minnesota's largest police union says the governor should not have met with the family of a man killed by a state trooper.
Minnesota law enforcement issue over 20,000 speeding tickets during July campaign
Of 291 agencies, 47 reported speeds of 100 mph or more -- with one person cited for going as fast as 152 mph by the Eden Prairie Police Department.
Gov. Tim Walz meets with family of man killed by state trooper
Relatives of a man killed by a state trooper say they had an "important meeting" with Minnesota's governor Wednesday.
Ricky Cobb II's family meets with Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz
Relatives of a man killed by a state trooper say they had an "important meeting" with Minnesota's governor Wednesday.
State troopers involved in deadly shooting of Ricky Cobb II named
Trooper Ryan Londregan who fired the shots has been in law enforcement for a year and a half. Londregan was honored by Mothers Against Drunk Driving as the "outstanding rookie of the year."
State trooper who fatally shot Ricky Cobb II received MADD MN rookie award in May
The Minnesota State Patrol trooper who fatally shot a driver during a traffic stop received a rookie award earlier this spring.
BCA names trooper who shot, killed Ricky Cobb II during Minneapolis traffic stop
Investigators have named the Minnesota state trooper who shot and killed Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop Monday morning.
BCA names trooper who shot, killed Ricky Cobb II during Minneapolis traffic stop
Investigators have named the Minnesota state trooper who shot and killed Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop Monday morning.
Ricky Cobb II's family calls for state troopers involved in his shooting death to be fired, charged
A Minnesota family wants three state troopers fired and charged for a deadly shooting during a traffic stop.
Ricky Cobb II's family calls for state troopers involved in his shooting death to be fired, charged
A Minnesota family wants three state troopers fired and charged for a deadly shooting during a traffic stop.
North Minneapolis community reacts to the shooting death of Ricky Cobb II
A state trooper shot and killed 33-year-old Ricky Cobb II early Monday morning after pulling him over on I-94 in north Minneapolis.
North Minneapolis community reacts to the shooting death of Ricky Cobb II
"From a person who has actually been through it, I'm comfortable communicating with them so they can understand it 10 times more than just seeing it from a [body-worn camera] video," said teacher Kaivon Petty.
Family calls for justice in trooper's fatal shooting of Ricky Cobb II
The family of a man shot and killed by a Minnesota state trooper is calling for justice and transparency in the investigation.
Footage of Ricky Cobb II's deadly encounter with Minnesota State Patrol released
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety officials released video footage Tuesday afternoon in the death of 33-year-old Ricky Cobb II, who was shot and killed by a state trooper.
The death of Ricky Cobb II: State Patrol releases footage of fatal shooting
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety officials released video footage Tuesday afternoon in the death of 33-year-old Ricky Cobb II, who was shot and killed by a state trooper. Click here for more.
Video released in trooper's fatal shooting of Ricky Cobb II in Minneapolis
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety officials released video footage Tuesday afternoon in the death of 33-year-old Ricky Cobb II, who was shot and killed by a state trooper.
Ricky Cobb's family speaks out at governor's mansion after state trooper shoots, kills 33-year-old
The family of a man shot and killed by a state trooper spoke out to the public Tuesday afternoon. This comes as the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension continues to investigate the death of 33-year-old Ricky Cobb II.
Family IDs man killed by state trooper in Minneapolis as Ricky Cobb II
Minnesota public safety officials say a state patrol trooper fatally shot a driver during a traffic stop on Interstate 94 in Minneapolis.
Family IDs driver fatally shot by Minnesota trooper on I-94 in Minneapolis as Ricky Cobb II
Loved ones are mourning a 33-year-old man shot and killed by a Minnesota state trooper early Monday morning on Interstate 94 in north Minneapolis.
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Inmate, 54, dies at Crow Wing County Jail
The Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office says deputies found a 54-year-old woman unresponsive in her bunk shortly before 9 a.m.
DeSantis pre-debate memo criticizes Trump, is dismissive of other rivals
The memo, first obtained by CBS News, argues the "fundamentals" of the race haven't changed.
Flamingos in Wisconsin? Tropical birds visit Lake Michigan beach in a first for the northern state
Five flamingos that showed up in Wisconsin to wade along a Lake Michigan beach attracted a big crowd of onlookers eager to see the unusual visitors venturing far from their usual tropical setting.
Adell homers off Gray as Angels beat AL Central champion Twins 1-0
Jo Adell homered, Kenny Rosenberg outpitched Sonny Gray and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Minnesota Twins 1-0, a day after Minnesota clinched the AL Central title.
Former Minnesota Congressman Arlen Erdahl dies at 92
Arlen Erdahl, who represented Minnesota's First Congressional District between 1979 and 1983, died on Thursday at the age of 92.
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Police: 3 men found dead, 1 injured in Roseville early Saturday
Police are investigating after three people were found dead and another was severely injured in an incident in Roseville.
Minneapolis man has bullet lodged in leg after 4 shot in LynLake
Minneapolis police said the shooting happened around 10:40 p.m. Friday, the same time popular bars and restaurants in LynLake start filling with customers.
2 armed gunmen arrested following police pursuit in stolen SUV
Police say some new rules helped them catch two armed teenagers in Minneapolis earlier this week.
Oakdale man found guilty for role in fatal Woodbury graduation party shooting
A jury found a 20-year-old man guilty of all charges related to a 2021 shooting at a Woodbury graduation party that killed a 14-year-old boy.
Droughts may bring more fall bugs, experts say
It's that time of year when bugs and pests take over your living space. Yellowjackets, boxelders and more, are beginning to invade Minnesota homes.
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Inmate, 54, dies at Crow Wing County Jail
The Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office says deputies found a 54-year-old woman unresponsive in her bunk shortly before 9 a.m.
Former Minnesota Congressman Arlen Erdahl dies at 92
Arlen Erdahl, who represented Minnesota's First Congressional District between 1979 and 1983, died on Thursday at the age of 92.
Luke Bryan show at Gar-Lin Dairy Farm in Eyota canceled due to weather
Luke Bryan's concert at the Gar-Lin Dairy Farm in Eyota was canceled Saturday due to the weather.
Droughts may bring more fall bugs, experts say
It's that time of year when bugs and pests take over your living space. Yellowjackets, boxelders and more, are beginning to invade Minnesota homes.
Two Faribault men charged for selling $6 fentanyl pills in the Twin Cities
Mohamed Salad, 30, and Liban Husein, 35, were arrested and charged with first-degree possession charges for allegedly selling pills containing fentanyl..
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Flamingos in Wisconsin? Tropical birds visit Lake Michigan beach in a first for the northern state
Five flamingos that showed up in Wisconsin to wade along a Lake Michigan beach attracted a big crowd of onlookers eager to see the unusual visitors venturing far from their usual tropical setting.
18-year-old woman dies in western Wisconsin crash
An 18-year-old woman died on Saturday morning in a crash with a semi in western Wisconsin.
Wisconsin DNR defends lack of population goal in wolf management plan
Wisconsin wildlife officials are defending their decision not to set a hard cap on the state's wolf population in front of a Republican-controlled legislative committee.
Wisconsin Republicans propose impeaching top elections official after disputed vote to fire her
Several Republican Wisconsin lawmakers have proposed impeaching the state's top elections official.
Wisconsin child care industry on verge of crisis as pandemic-era subsidy comes to end
In Hudson, Angela Norvold says she's able to pay her staff at Simply Giggle Childcare a livable wage because of the federal relief money from the Child Care Counts program.
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Young patient at Children's Minnesota to bring truck obsession to "Day of the Dozers" benefit
A 4-year-old Twin Cities boy battling leukemia is about to get his day in the sun.
Woodbury therapists create "The Hmong Mental Health Podcast" to offer new way of support
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.
Anthony Bradford, 22, is 1st recipient of Rondo Inheritance Fund
Construction of Interstate 94 tore through St. Paul's Rondo neighborhood, once the heart of the Black community in Minnesota's capitol city. Decades later, city leaders are trying to restore what some families lost: their property and a chance at building generational wealth.
Top Shipt shopper surpasses 20,000 deliveries, but always stops to make connections
It's not unusual to find a 21-year-old who loves shopping, but one young Minneapolis woman is all about shopping for others. She's set a record in the process.
"I'm lost without her": Puppy missing after family van stolen in St. Paul
Bebe, a 4-month-old Papillion was inside the family's van when it was stolen Wednesday afternoon from their alley.
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DeSantis pre-debate memo criticizes Trump, is dismissive of other rivals
The memo, first obtained by CBS News, argues the "fundamentals" of the race haven't changed.
Former Minnesota Congressman Arlen Erdahl dies at 92
Arlen Erdahl, who represented Minnesota's First Congressional District between 1979 and 1983, died on Thursday at the age of 92.
Erin DuPree says she will not serve as director of the Office of Cannabis Management
Just one day after she was named the state's first director of the Office of Cannabis Management, Erin DuPree announced she will not be going forward with the job.
MPPOA thank leaders for finding "temporary solution" to SRO issue
The Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association sent a letter to its members, thanking leaders for "finding a temporary solution to return SROs back to Minnesota school."
New Jersey Sen. Robert Menendez and wife indicted on federal charges
An indictment charged Sen. Robert Menendez and his wife Nadine with bribery offenses, with prosecutors alleging they accepted hundreds of thousands of dollars and lavish gifts.
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University of Minnesota announces new "Kudos" apple variety
A new apple variety from the University of Minnesota is said to be sweet with occasional "tropical" overtones.
Over $60 million in missing money returned to Minnesotans during 2023 fiscal year
The Minnesota Department of Commerce receives millions of dollars in unclaimed property every year from businesses and organizations that have lost contact with the owners.
Twin Cities art gallery selling "the rookie card of Bob Ross paintings" for $10 million
"Our phone lines have been so jammed up that it's really hard to figure out where the demand will end," said Modern Artifact owner Ryan Nelson.
Erin DuPree named Minnesota's first director of the Office of Cannabis Management
Minnesotans now know who will lead the agency overseeing the state's nascent legal marijuana market.
Tettegouche State Park voted as top "hidden gem" to see fall foliage
A recent survey found that Tettegouche State Park is ranked as a top hidden gem to see fall foliage in Minnesota.
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Police: 3 men found dead, 1 injured in Roseville early Saturday
Police are investigating after three people were found dead and another was severely injured in an incident in Roseville.
Minneapolis man has bullet lodged in leg after 4 shot in LynLake
Minneapolis police said the shooting happened around 10:40 p.m. Friday, the same time popular bars and restaurants in LynLake start filling with customers.
2 armed gunmen arrested following police pursuit in stolen SUV
Police say some new rules helped them catch two armed teenagers in Minneapolis earlier this week.
Oakdale man found guilty for role in fatal Woodbury graduation party shooting
A jury found a 20-year-old man guilty of all charges related to a 2021 shooting at a Woodbury graduation party that killed a 14-year-old boy.
MPPOA thank leaders for finding "temporary solution" to SRO issue
The Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association sent a letter to its members, thanking leaders for "finding a temporary solution to return SROs back to Minnesota school."
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Recovery after addiction: "It's so worth it, and it's possible"
In our look at the fentanyl crisis, we turn to recovery and the hope for a brighter future. Derek Johnson takes WCCO's Jennifer Mayerle inside his addiction and overdoses and shares what helped him get, and stay, sober.
Young patient at Children's Minnesota to bring truck obsession to "Day of the Dozers" benefit
A 4-year-old Twin Cities boy battling leukemia is about to get his day in the sun.
Family fights for wide availability of fentanyl test strips following daughter's death
Fentanyl test strips can detect the presence of the lethal drug in other kinds of drugs, a harm reduction strategy that can save people from the deadly opioid.
A Minnesota man biking around America to raise money for cancer and schizophrenia
A Minnesota man is riding his bike around the whole exterior of the country -- to raise money for two causes close to his heart.
Minnesota's Fentanyl crisis: The families left behind
WCCO brought five families together to learn about the loss and the reality of the fentanyl epidemic.
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Luke Bryan show at Gar-Lin Dairy Farm in Eyota canceled due to weather
Luke Bryan's concert at the Gar-Lin Dairy Farm in Eyota was canceled Saturday due to the weather.
More than 35,000 people register to vote after Taylor Swift post
A Taylor Swift Instagram post drove thousands of young people to register to vote this week.
Lizzo faces new lawsuit by ex-employee alleging harassment, bullying
Asha Daniels says she faced racial and sexual harassment, disability discrimination and bullying. Hours after the suit was filed, Lizzo received a humanitarian award.
"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Behind the scenes of rhythmic, boisterous show "Cookin'" at Children's Theatre Company
An exciting show the entire family can enjoy will have audiences hungry for more!
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Adell homers off Gray as Angels beat AL Central champion Twins 1-0
Jo Adell homered, Kenny Rosenberg outpitched Sonny Gray and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Minnesota Twins 1-0, a day after Minnesota clinched the AL Central title.
Twins unveil 2023 Homer Hanky after clinching AL Central title
The Minnesota Twins revealed the design of the 2023 Homer Hanky on Saturday morning, after they clinched the AL Central title in front of a home crowd for the first time since 2010.
Olivia Olson returns to the soccer field for her senior season
Olivia Olson made the varisty girls soccer team at Benilde-St. Margaret's when she was in 8th grade, but retired from the sport after her sophomore year to give her all to basketball.
Twins clinch AL Central title with 8-6 win over Angels
The Minnesota Twins have clinched the AL Central title with an 8-6 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Vikings have familiar playbook, backfield role for Akers; still committed to Mattison
Much of the typical team-switching stress for an NFL player will be irrelevant this week for Cam Akers.
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Talking Points: Life-changing law for thousands of undocumented Minnesotans
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants will be able to apply and get a Minnesota driver's license soon. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy talks with two men who say they'll apply for the life-changing privilege.
Talking Points preview: Driver’s licenses for undocumented Minnesotans
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants live, work, and go to school in Minnesota. Starting Oct. 1, even though they don't have legal status, they will be able to apply for and get a Minnesota driver’s license.
Talking Points: Life-changing law for thousands of undocumented Minnesotans (part 3)
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants will be able to apply and get a Minnesota driver's license soon. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Sen. John Jasinski of Faribault about his concerns regarding the law.
Talking Points: Life-changing law for thousands of undocumented Minnesotans (part 2)
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants will be able to apply and get a Minnesota driver's license soon. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Esteban Rivera, an immigration attorney, with his client Jassiel Martinez.
Talking Points: Life-changing law for thousands of undocumented Minnesotans (part 1)
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants will be able to apply and get a Minnesota driver's license soon. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy talks with Oscar Corral is an undocumented resident and Emillia Gonzalez Avalos, the executive director of Unidos Minnesota.
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Fillmore County, offering fly fishing year 'round in Minnesota, is a nationwide destination for anglers
Fly fishing in one Minnesota county has become a destination for anglers across the country.
Meet the wrestler-turned-chainsaw artist whose been carving out magic for nearly 40 years
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.
Browns Valley retiree's pedal tractor collection now approaches 250 in number
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.
Meet the family who has owned the Minnesota State Fair's Space Tower for over 40 years
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.
100 years ago, the Minnesota State Fair hosted a camp for farm boys
Fairgoers aren't strangers to all the animals and attractions, the food and the fun. But tucked away, far on the north side of the fairgrounds, is an inconspicuous, little house that's chock-full of history.
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How are corn mazes made?
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.
What goes into the cost of an oil change? And how can we save a few bucks on our next trip?
A common way to maintain your car's health is giving customers sticker shock.
How often does an 0-2 team make it to the NFL playoffs?
As week two of the NFL season wraps up, the Minnesota Vikings are already at a make-or-break point.
How do you know if your at-home COVID test is still good to use?
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.
What does it mean to "adopt" a highway? What does the job entail?
Highway signs come in many colors, but when you see blue in Minnesota, it means everyday people are in charge of keeping it clean. Some groups have spent more than four decades volunteering.
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A view of 2023 Vikings training camp
Get a feel for 2023 Vikings training camp.
2023 Minnesota State Fair: New food, drinks and vendors
The Minnesota State Fair announced its new offerings for the 2023 edition.
Minnesotans share their bears
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.
Summer music heats up 2023
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.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report from Sept. 23, 2023
WCCO meteorologist Riley O'Connor says storms could bring wind, hail, heavy rain and the potential for isolated tornadoes.
What is Next Weather?
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.
Storm system to hit southwestern Minnesota Saturday afternoon
A strong storm system is moving in on Saturday that will mostly impact the southwestern portion of the state.
NEXT Weather: Morning report from Sept. 23, 2023
Storms will start developing in southwestern Minnesota around noon but will move towards the Twin Cities in the afternoon.
NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report from Sept. 22, 2023
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says there is a NEXT Weather Alert in effect for Saturday, due to the possibility of severe storms in southwestern Minnesota during the afternoon and evening.
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Twins celebrate in style after AL Central Division clinch
The Twins clinched the American League Central Division late Friday night at home for the first time in 13 years. They've since played a game but the celebration was quite the spectacle. Here are the sounds and champagne drenched sights from Club Target Field last night.
NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report from Sept. 23, 2023
WCCO meteorologist Riley O'Connor says storms could bring wind, hail, heavy rain and the potential for isolated tornadoes.
Luke Bryan concert in Eyota canceled
A statement from Luke Bryan's team and Olmstead County says that with the severe weather possibility they're putting safety first.
Fancy felines compete at St. Paul cat show
St. Paul is hosting a contest for feline fanatics this weekend. Photojournalist Dave Schwab takes us there to get an inside look at the cats and characters putting on the show.
Girls in Aviation Day held at Flying Cloud Airport
The goal is to help foster and inspire female participation in aviation related jobs.