Crime Notes: Troopers Hurt In Crashes
It's been a tough winter for Minnesota State Patrol troopers responding to crashes. The numbers of troopers hurt at the scenes of crashes are way up this season and grew again with the latest snow storm.
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It's been a tough winter for Minnesota State Patrol troopers responding to crashes. The numbers of troopers hurt at the scenes of crashes are way up this season and grew again with the latest snow storm.
A Minnesota State Trooper was injured Monday morning when his squad car was hit by a semi. It happened on westbound Interstate 94 at Highway 23 in St. Cloud.
At least 23 Minnesota State Patrol troopers have been hit this winter, more than double the amount of troopers who were hit all of last winter.
Charles Abbott, of Menahga, is recovering in the burn unit at Hennepin County Medical Center, hours after his semi rolled over and became a giant fireball off a ramp at Interstate 35W and Highway 10.
The Minnesota State Patrol is urging motorists to move over following the Jan. 17 crash where a state trooper was struck by a vehicle while assisting a motorist on Interstate 35W near Forest Lake.
Capt. Matt Langer of the Minnesota State Patrol says when it comes to security it's hard to tell when enough is enough.
Public safety officials say a monthlong DWI crackdown in Minnesota netted nearly 2,400 arrests for drinking and driving in December.
The Minnesota State Patrol is promising increased DWI enforcement during the upcoming New Year's Eve celebrations.
One person is dead after a two-vehicle crash in Isanti County Thursday afternoon, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
For the second time in five days, a chase involving a state trooper has resulted in a crash.
A Minnesota State Patrol trooper and another driver were injured in a snowy accident near Forest Lake Friday afternoon, according to the Patrol.
The slick, icy weather conditions have caused a havoc on Minnesota roads overnight and into Sunday morning.
The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating after a Brooklyn Center Police squad car was struck by another vehicle.
Officials with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety are out with a message in hopes of reducing car-deer crashes during this time of year when deer are most active: "DON'T VEER FOR DEER."
The video shows the patient on a mental health hold striking hospital support staff. Then, the patient takes a swing with the bed rail at EMT Rob Madsen who was waiting to transfer a patient.
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The video shows the patient on a mental health hold striking hospital support staff. Then, the patient takes a swing with the bed rail at EMT Rob Madsen who was waiting to transfer a patient.
Brad Paisley, along with special guest Avery Anna, will take to the stage on Sept. 3.
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The Minneapolis City Council already approved millions of dollars to help renters in the wake of Operation Metro Surge.
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Public schools in Willmar, Minnesota, are closed Tuesday after the district "received a threat regarding school safety," officials said.
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A man accused of killing his coworker at a food and dairy processing facility in central Minnesota has been found incompetent to stand trial.
If you've been to New Ulm, Minnesota, you've likely seen Hermann the German, the 102-foot tall monument in Hermann Heights. It was once the second tallest copper statue in the country after the Statue of Liberty.
The River Falls Fire Department says crews were dispatched to a fire at Walker Farm, located near County Road M, at approximately 1:30 a.m.
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The president of Wisconsin's largest mosque was detained by federal immigration agents, drawing accusations from local officials and religious leaders that the arrest was motivated by his statements against Israel.
Some schools in Minnesota have already announced closings or shifts to virtual learning on Thursday as another round of winter weather threatens parts of the state.
Mackenzie Reed, head custodian at Shakopee East Middle School, has painted large-scale murals throughout the building she once attended as a student, creating a more welcoming space for current students.
Kristi comes to the Salvation Army not only to get food, but to shine her light. She talks with and encourages people waiting in line.
The way Mary Hernandez describes it, the effort to keep families off the street in Shakopee, Minnesota, is like trying to keep your head above water.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections says 95% of all incarcerated individuals will eventually be released from prison. The DOC says it does all it can to help people transition back into the community as productive citizens.
Minnesotans with loved ones who call Iran home are left wondering about their safety, regardless of Tuesday's ceasefire.
Right now, Minnesotans with loved ones who call Iran home are wondering about their safety, even with Tuesday's ceasefire. Ubah Ali spoke with members of Minnesota's Iranian community who say the uncertainty remains.
Democrats and Republicans in the Minnesota House on Tuesday filed dueling ethics complaints against members of the opposite party, accusing them of breaking the chamber's rules for conduct.
There are dueling ethics complaints filed against Minnesota House members by Republicans and Democrats. As Caroline Cummings reports, each accuses a member of the other party of violating the rules.
The Minneapolis City Council is listening to different opinions about making it legal to have needles, syringes and other drug paraphernalia.
It's a bittersweet changing of kegs and hands in northeast Minneapolis as HeadFlyer Brewing issued a permanent last call on Sunday.
Minnesota continues to beat the national gas price average, but there are still ways to save in the metro area.
A passenger on an American Airlines flight from New York to Chicago has been charged with making a false bomb threat that forced an emergency landing at Detroit Metro Airport last month, according to a federal criminal complaint.
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Minneapolis is one of eleven sites across the country where additional FBI agents will be assigned to help solve unresolved cases in Native American communities.
A Hennepin County judge on Monday vacated a 38-year-old man's murder conviction after he spent nearly two decades behind bars for a crime prosecutors are now saying he did not commit.
Republicans in the Minnesota House say they plan to file an ethics complaint against a Democratic lawmaker over his ties to environmentalist lobbying groups.
A man accused of killing his coworker at a food and dairy processing facility in central Minnesota has been found incompetent to stand trial.
The video shows the patient on a mental health hold striking hospital support staff. Then, the patient takes a swing with the bed rail at EMT Rob Madsen who was waiting to transfer a patient.
Twin Cities doctors are sending a serious warning to families after seeing a surge in injuries tied to e-bikes and scooters.
City leaders referred four ordinances to staff that would create licensing, zoning, and health regulations for establishments where sexual activity between consenting adults may be facilitated.
A Minnesota camp is giving children facing a parent's cancer diagnosis a place just to be kids.
Children's Minnesota announced Monday it is resuming gender-affirming care for children just over a month after pausing it amid "threats" from the federal government.
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Taj Bradley outdueled Tarik Skubal and Ryan Jeffers drove in two runs as the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 4-2.
Vladimir Tarasenko scored the go-ahead goal in the second period, Matt Boldy had a goal and an assist, and the Minnesota Wild twice benefited from replay reviews in a 5-2 victory over the skidding Seattle Kraken.
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The Trump administration's positions on a number of issues is prompting debate on constitutional powers versus executive orders.
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Julie Le, who was removed from her post after telling a judge "this job sucks," is now challenging Rep. Ilhan Omar in Minnesota's 5th District.
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WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says we will warm above average tomorrow and we could see some passing afternoon showers.
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 tomorrow will be warmer and windier.
We’ll warm to above average temps on Wednesday, but it’ll be breezy with some afternoon showers.
We will warm above average on Wednesday. It will be breezy, and we could see some passing afternoon showers, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says we will warm above average tomorrow and we could see some passing afternoon showers.
A patient at Ridges Hospital in Burnsville ran into the hall with a bed rail, swinging it at people. That was just the beginning. In all, four people were hurt in the February attack. Only one has returned to work full-time. Now, one man is sharing his story with WCCO Senior Investigative Reporter Jennifer Mayerle, who found attacks like this are happening more often than they used to.
Right now, Minnesotans with loved ones who call Iran home are wondering about their safety, even with Tuesday's ceasefire. Ubah Ali spoke with members of Minnesota's Iranian community who say the uncertainty remains.
The U.S. may be at war with Iran, but it's a small stretch of water to the country's south that is at the center of the conflict right now. Iran has been blocking the Strait of Hormuz for weeks, making gas prices surge. The Iranian foreign minister said the regime will reopen the strait during the ceasefire, but experts tell WCCO's Ashley Grams we'll be waiting quite a while to pay less at the pump.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be warmer and windier.