Minnesota State Patrol swears in 35 new troopers
The cadets took the oath after completing the State Patrol's 68th and 68th training academies. The class has cadets from a variety of backgrounds.
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The cadets took the oath after completing the State Patrol's 68th and 68th training academies. The class has cadets from a variety of backgrounds.
Family members of the man shot and killed by Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan last summer say they plan to take him to court.
Another new twist in the controversial case of a state trooper charged with murder. Two more trainers are saying that trooper didn't do anything wrong. As the family of Ricky Cobb II gets set to sue, the state's largest police organization is doubling down on calls to have the criminal case reassigned. Our Adam Duxter joins us with the latest.
The family of a man shot and killed by a member of the Minnesota State Patrol is suing the trooper who pulled the trigger.
A document released Wednesday sheds new light on Minnesota State Patrol trooper Ryan Londregan's use of force in the deadly shooting of Ricky Cobb II, revealing new testimony from the state patrol use-of-force expert Sergeant Jason Halvorson.
The Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association on Friday sent a letter to Gov. Tim Walz requesting that the attorney general take over the case of a state trooper who killed a man during a traffic stop in Minneapolis last summer.
There's debate over the case involving a Minnesota State Patrol trooper accused of shooting and killing a man during a traffic stop last summer.
Ryan Londregan is charged with murder, assault and manslaughter after he shot and killed Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop last summer.
Colonel Matt Langer has served the Minnesota State Patrol for nearly 25 years and now he's taking on a new role. Langer will leave the Department of Public Safety to become the director of global policing with the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
"According to him, I was less than 30 seconds from being cremated alive. If he wasn't there to pull me out, I would have been out cold and burning up in my truck," said Tom Roberts.
A Minnesota State Patrol trooper charged with murder made a brief visit to jail Wednesday.
Minnesota State Patrol Trooper Ryan Londregan was in custody for about 40 minutes Wednesday before being released without bond.
Documents filed by Hennepin County prosecutors Thursday also show they will attempt to prove trooper Ryan Londregan "committed additional offense on other occasions."
Documents filed by Hennepin County prosecutors Thursday also show they will attempt to prove trooper Ryan Londregan "committed additional offense on other occasions."
A Minnesota State Trooper appeared in court Monday to face charges for shooting and killing a man last July. John Lauritsen has the latest from court.
The Minnesota state trooper charged after a deadly traffic stop will make his first appearance in court Monday. Trooper Ryan Londregan is facing three criminal counts for second-degree murder without intent, along with assault and manslaughter.
The Minnesota state trooper charged after a deadly traffic stop will make his first appearance in court today.
The charges against Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan in the shooting death of Ricky Cobb II allege the deadly force he used was not reasonable given the situation.
Both law enforcement and legal minds agree that expert opinion on use of force will be key in court.
The family of Ricky Cobb II is speaking out following the charging of Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan in the 33-year-old's death during a traffic stop last year.
Minnesota State Patrol Trooper Ryan Londregan has been charged in the fatal shooting of Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop in MInneapolis over the summer, the Hennepin County Attorney's Office announced.
A Minnesota State Trooper faces murder charges for shooting and killing Ricky Cobb II following a traffic stop on Interstate 94 nearly six months ago. David Schuman explains the charges and what comes next.
The family of Ricky Cobb II — along with their attorneys — responded after Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan was charged in the fatal shooting.
Londregan is charged with second-degree unintentional murder, first-degree assault and second-degree manslaughter.
A 5-year-old girl was gravely injured in a crash on a highway in the east metro Saturday night.
Minnesota will see more messy weather on Friday ahead of a cooler weekend.
The Minnesota Wild have clinched a spot in the NHL playoffs, giving them another chance to advance in the postseason for the first time since 2015.
Matt Boldy scored his 39th and 40th goals, Kirill Kaprizov added his 40th and the Minnesota Wild wrapped up a playoff spot with a 5-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday night.
A new federal lawsuit was filed Thursday against the Department of Homeland Security on behalf of immigrants and U.S. citizens who have been impacted by DHS's warrantless home entry policy.
The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District released its latest forecast for the mosquito season, predicting a slow start before a spike in early July.
The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District released its latest forecast for the mosquito season, predicting a slow start before a spike in early July.
Preparations were underway Thursday at Target Field as the Minnesota Twins got ready for their home opener.
The group participated in a foot-washing ritual before three clergy leaders made their way inside to administer pastoral care to those who wanted it.
Ruby's Pantry provided food through what's called a "blessing box." At 37 locations Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, the organization served nearly 200,000 people every year.
The complaint says the woman admitted to an officer over the phone that she went home and consumed alcohol during her lunch break.
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.
Shattuck-St. Mary's is more than a hockey school, but hockey has helped put the school on the map. They have banners and big names to prove it, though the real evidence lies with a man called Rooster.
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.
A South Dakota man was killed in a crash south of the Twin Cities Tuesday morning, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
The Moorhead Police Department says Colton Long Jr. was last seen on Feb. 23 wearing a black coat, blue sweatshirt and dark blue jeans.
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.
A suspect is in custody after a "written threat" led to the brief evacuation of a church in Hudson, Wisconsin, Tuesday morning.
Chesney the kangaroo jumped an eight-foot fence to escape his petting zoo in Wisconsin, spending three days on the lam.
Wisconsin lawmakers are taking a shot at expanding sports betting in the state.
A Wisconsin legislator has pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct in connection with a bitter feud with her caucus over resolutions honoring Hispanics.
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.
A former Trump defense attorney will take over, at least temporarily.
A new federal lawsuit was filed Thursday against the Department of Homeland Security on behalf of immigrants and U.S. citizens who have been impacted by DHS's warrantless home entry policy.
We're learning the ICE tactics that prompted a whistleblower complaint are now leading to a legal fight involving Minnesota families. The ACLU says it's suing to stop dramatic ICE raids. Ubah Ali has more on the lawsuit and why attorneys believe these methods are still being used.
Eric Taubel, executive director of the Office of Cannabis Management, said he expects monthly sales to double in the coming months and years.
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.
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.
Your car isn't the only vehicle that needs gas. It's a huge budget item for Minnesota fire departments, police and mass transit.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
With the national average for gas prices around $4, the timing is especially concerning for the floral industry amid the height of Easter and Passover preparations.
The complaint says the woman admitted to an officer over the phone that she went home and consumed alcohol during her lunch break.
A man who claimed to run a food distribution business in Minneapolis that served meals to hungry children pleaded guilty to wire fraud on Thursday.
Police in a northwestern Minneapolis suburb say dozens of "unsupervised juveniles" gathered at one of the city's parks on three straight days, becoming so "disorderly and dangerous" that multiple agencies responded and the park was temporarily closed.
Two teenagers are recovering from gunshot wounds and a man is in custody after a car was stolen in north Minneapolis early Thursday.
A man is dead after a shooting in north Minneapolis early Thursday, according to police.
Nurses and physicians at Hennepin Healthcare in downtown Minneapolis, home to the first level-one and busiest trauma center in Minnesota, on Wednesday urged the state Legislature to throw the hospital a lifeline — and fast.
Ramsey County, Minnesota, health officials say the county had its first case of mumps reported in about five years.
The Supreme Court's 8-1 ruling siding with a Colorado counselor who claimed the state's restriction unconstitutionally censored her conversations with young patients does not immediately strike down Minnesota's law.
The produce section at grocery stores is packed with nutrient-dense foods. Certain fruits and vegetables, in particular, are packed with fiber, and a new diet trend has people "maxxing" out on it.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
A Minnesota singer has made the big time, signing his first record deal after 43 years in the music business.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
The Minnesota Wild have clinched a spot in the NHL playoffs, giving them another chance to advance in the postseason for the first time since 2015.
Matt Boldy scored his 39th and 40th goals, Kirill Kaprizov added his 40th and the Minnesota Wild wrapped up a playoff spot with a 5-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday night.
Jalen Duren had 22 points and 14 rebounds, Daniss Jenkins scored 26 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-108 on Thursday night as both teams were without a superstar.
Taj Bradley pitched six innings of five-hit ball while Matt Wallner, Kody Clemens and Josh Bell each hit solo shots in the ninth, helping the Twins to a 5-1 victory over the Royals.
Anthony Edwards is ineligible for NBA postseason awards because he can't reach the 65-game minimum after the Minnesota Timberwolves ruled out him out against the Detroit Pistons.
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.
In 2025, the entire U.S. Attorney's office had 77 immigration detention cases, she said. In January 2026, she alone was assigned 88 cases.
One of the most heated issues remains immigration, where Craig has walked back her support for the Laken Riley Act.
With the DFL nominating convention just eight weeks away, polls that have come out show Peggy Flanagan in the lead for U.S. Senate over Angie Craig.
A DFL senator argues that President Donald Trump's decision to allow prediction market sites in all 50 states means Minnesota should regulate sports betting rather than leave it uncontrolled.
Shattuck-St. Mary's is more than a hockey school, but hockey has helped put the school on the map. They have banners and big names to prove it, though the real evidence lies with a man called Rooster.
Opening Day for the Minnesota Twins is almost here. And across town, the St. Paul Saints are getting ready for their season, too, with some added history.
The Nuss Collection is home to a lot of vintage trucks.
Denis Doyle was born in Kilkenny, Ireland. He emigrated to the U.S. and in 1856, Doyle traveled to Le Sueur County. Other Irish immigrants joined Doyle and the town was born.
One of the oldest operating theaters in the Midwest is in danger of closing its doors for good.
It's estimated that children playing with fire set more than 20,000 fires every year. On average, the fires they start cause nearly 1,000 injuries and 150 deaths each year.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
The produce section at grocery stores is packed with nutrient-dense foods. Certain fruits and vegetables, in particular, are packed with fiber, and a new diet trend has people "maxxing" out on it.
Minnesota's recent swing from heavy snow to record heat is a recipe for rocky roads.
Heavy snow followed by bitter cold hit Minnesotans with a double whammy of winter. The good news is spring-like weather is right around the corner, but its quick arrival could spell trouble for homeowners.
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.
Minnesota will see more messy weather on Friday ahead of a cooler weekend.
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.
Minnesota will see more messy weather on Friday ahead of a cooler weekend.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will start off dry and cloudy before rain showers pop up in the afternoon.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says precipitation will clear out for a mostly cloudy and dry morning commute Friday.
The federal lawsuit alleges DHS and ICE violated the constitutional rights of immigrants and U.S. citizens, plus more of the day’s top stories.
A former Trump defense attorney will take over, at least temporarily.
Minnesota will see more messy weather on Friday ahead of a cooler weekend.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will start off dry and cloudy before rain showers pop up in the afternoon.
The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District released its latest forecast for the mosquito season. Ashley Grams shares their predictions