2 Minnesotans Arrested In Nebraska With 5,000 Fentanyl Pills
A man and woman from Minnesota were arrested in Nebraska last month for their alleged involvement in trafficking fentanyl.
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2 Minnesotans Killed In Western Nebraska Crash
Two Minnesota residents died in a crash near Hay Springs in western Nebraska, authorities said.
3-point Barrage Lifts Minnesota Over Nebraska 107-75
Gabe Kalscheur scored 26 points and Alihan Demir added 19 points and 10 rebounds on Sunday as Minnesota set a season-high in scoring with a 107-75 victory over Nebraska.
Girl, 4, Dies From Injuries In Nebraska Crash Involving Minnesotans
Six Minnesotans were hospitalized in a crash near Lincoln, Nebraska, that killed 4-year-old Alexis Bernabe.
Stopped With 2 Pounds Of Pot, Minnesota Woman Told Nebraska Troopers It Was Birthday Present
A pair from Minnesota face felony drugs charges after a traffic stop in Nebraska turned up more than 2 pounds of marijuana, several packages of THC concentrate wax, vape pen cartridges and concentrated marijuana edibles.
Iowa Authorities Recover Body Of Missing Nebraska Kayaker
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources says the body of 33-year-old Cody Bengford of Bellevue, Nebraska, was recovered on Saturday -- less than a day after he was reported missing.
Minnesota Pilot's Cessna Makes Neighborhood Landing In Omaha
Pilot Eugene Puttbrese, of Frazee, Minnesota, says he's sure his single-engine Cessna 150 ran out of fuel around 4 a.m. Friday, and he came down on a residential street.
Walz Signs Executive Order To Send Nat'l Guard Helicopter Support To Flood-Ravaged Nebraska
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has signed an emergency executive order to provide aerial assistance to flood-stricken Nebraska.
Homemade Signs Urge U.S. Citizens To Report 'Illegal Aliens' To ICE
Some residents in Omaha have been pulling the homemade flyers down, calling them hateful and offensive.
Parolee From Minnesota Convicted Of Killing Omaha Woman
A man released on parole for a Minnesota slaying has been convicted of fatally shooting an Omaha woman and injuring her fiance.
Truck Driver Charged In Crash That Killed Minnesota Student In Omaha
The driver of a semitrailer has been charged with vehicular homicide after being accused of causing a fatal crash last month in Omaha as traffic backed up on Interstate 80 with those going to see a total solar eclipse.
Minn. Teen Killed In Omaha, Neb. Crash Involving Semi
A 19-year-old Rosemount woman was killed Monday in a crash in Nebraska involving four vehicles, including two semi-trucks.
Police: 2 Minneapolis Murder Suspects Arrested In Omaha
Two people are under arrest in Nebraska for a murder police say they committed in Minneapolis.
Nebraska Commission To Host 5-Day Public Hearing On Keystone Pipeline
A state commission that will decide whether to approve the Keystone XL pipeline's route through Nebraska has scheduled a five-day public hearing on the project.
Man Paroled In Minnesota Charged In Fatal Shooting
A man released on parole less than two years ago for a Minnesota slaying has been charged with fatally shooting an Omaha woman and injuring her fiance last fall.
Minnesota, No. 21 Nebraska To Meet In Important Big Ten West Matchup
Here's a look at the match up between the Minnesota Gophers and Nebraska Cornhuskers this Saturday.
Gophers Face Nebraska Saturday, Control Big Ten West Destiny
In unfamiliar territory in November, Minnesota has a piece of the lead in the Big Ten West and faces tough opponents in the final stretch.
Exec: Minn. Company Considers DeWitt Plant In Neb.
A Minnesota company is working with Nebraska officials on acquiring a vacant former Vise-Grip plant in southeast Nebraska.
Report: $80K Camaro Stolen In Neb. Involved In Fatal Faribault Co. Crash
Officials in Faribault County say a 1968 Chevrolet Camaro stolen in Nebraska was involved in a fatal accident Tuesday morning.
Gopher Football Gets Primetime Game At Nebraska
The Big Ten Network released its prime time schedule for the 2016 football season on Monday, and the Gophers have at least one game nationally televised.
America's 5 Largest Zoos
A look at five of the largest zoos in America, based upon size, number of animals or attendance.
Minn. Woman Gets Jail Time For Trying To Poison Boyfriend's Mom In Neb.
A Minnesota woman who admitted pouring carpet cleaner in the ice tea of her boyfriend's mother has been sent to jail in Nebraska.
Grand Jury: No Wrongdoing In MN Man's Jail Death
A grand jury in Nebraska has found no wrongdoing in the death of a Minnesota man who was found hanging in a county jail cell earlier this year. The Kimball County grand jury convened Nov. 9 to review the death of Jesus Estrada-Perez, of Minnesota.
Despite Strong Performance From Leidner, Gophers Fall To Nebraska 48-25
Tommy Armstrong Jr. bounced back from a pair of bad performances to start Big Ten play, passing for 261 yards and three touchdowns to start the salvaging of Nebraska's season and preserve a 48-25 victory over Minnesota on Saturday.
Survey Suggests Economy Slowing In Rural Parts Of Minnesota
A new survey suggests that the economy will slow down in rural parts of 10 Western and Plains states -- including Minnesota -- in the months ahead. Creighton University economist Ernie Goss says weak crop and energy prices are hurting profits across the region.
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Why are Minneapolis and St. Paul going another year without 4th of July fireworks?
It's like Halloween with no candy, or Thanksgiving without a turkey. For another year, both Minneapolis and St. Paul have scrapped plans for large Fourth of July fireworks displays.
Minneapolis police conduct internal review of homicide data following WCCO inquiries
Minneapolis police admitted the department didn't have confidence in the accuracy of the data the community can see. Now it's taking steps to fix that.
Attack ad blames Rep. Angie Craig for high gas prices as battle over swing district heats up
A conservative group has already spent $620,000 on an advertisement targeting Rep. Angie Craig in what's likely just the beginning of a battle by both parties to win a critical district.
Minnesota agencies to crack down on drinking while boating over holiday weekend
"We have zero tolerance for people boating under the influence," said Lt. Adam Block, a boating law administrator with the DNR.
Residents in tiny Forada still working to rebuild one month after devastating tornado
Sheryl Herschman and her sister, Judy Sellgren-Ehle, moved back to Forada, their hometown, in the spring and inherited their family's campground business. "We didn't know we'd get baptized by fire, or in this case, wind," Herschman said.
Man on the lam charged in fatal south Minneapolis shooting
A 31-year-old Twin Cities man who remains on the lam is now charged in a fatal shooting earlier this week in south Minneapolis.
Evacuation order lifted following reported underground explosion near U of M
Crews are at the scene of a possible natural gas leak near the University of Minnesota.
'We're at a turning point": Deadline arrives for Nat'l Guard to be vaccinated
"We are in a war for talent," General James McConville, U.S. Army Chief of Staff, told members of the House Armed Services Committee. "That means recruiting our nation's best."
Minneapolis city council fails to override Frey's veto of 24-hour Hennepin Avenue bus lane
The council needed nine votes to override Frey's veto, but they only had eight.
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Minnesota agencies to crack down on drinking while boating over holiday weekend
"We have zero tolerance for people boating under the influence," said Lt. Adam Block, a boating law administrator with the DNR.
Why are Minneapolis and St. Paul going another year without 4th of July fireworks?
It's like Halloween with no candy, or Thanksgiving without a turkey. For another year, both Minneapolis and St. Paul have scrapped plans for large Fourth of July fireworks displays.
Evacuation order lifted following reported underground explosion near U of M
Crews are at the scene of a possible natural gas leak near the University of Minnesota.
Minneapolis police conduct internal review of homicide data following WCCO inquiries
Minneapolis police admitted the department didn't have confidence in the accuracy of the data the community can see. Now it's taking steps to fix that.
Minneapolis city council fails to override Frey's veto of 24-hour Hennepin Avenue bus lane
The council needed nine votes to override Frey's veto, but they only had eight.
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Minnesota agencies to crack down on drinking while boating over holiday weekend
"We have zero tolerance for people boating under the influence," said Lt. Adam Block, a boating law administrator with the DNR.
Residents in tiny Forada still working to rebuild one month after devastating tornado
Sheryl Herschman and her sister, Judy Sellgren-Ehle, moved back to Forada, their hometown, in the spring and inherited their family's campground business. "We didn't know we'd get baptized by fire, or in this case, wind," Herschman said.
Attack ad blames Rep. Angie Craig for high gas prices as battle over swing district heats up
A conservative group has already spent $620,000 on an advertisement targeting Rep. Angie Craig in what's likely just the beginning of a battle by both parties to win a critical district.
4 kayakers rescued after being stranded in northern Minnesota pit mine
None of the kayakers were hurt, although the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office noted that they might have suffered from "a little embarrassment."
Man dies three days after house fire near Duluth
A 33-year-old man died days after he was pulled from a burning house in near Duluth.
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Wisconsin court bats down challenge to Kohler golf course
Conservatives on the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Thursday that a conservation group couldn't challenge an agency's decision to sell state park land for the construction of a high-end golf course along the shores of Lake Michigan.
Wisconsin governor, AG file legal challenge to 1849 abortion law
Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers has filed a direct challenge to the state's 1849 criminal abortion law that bans nearly all abortions.
Anti-abortion groups look to update 1849 Wisconsin ban
Some Democrats and abortion rights supporters have questioned the validity of a law that had been on the books for 173 years but wasn't enforced due to the Roe decision.
Wisconsin's Tony Evers looks for boost from anger over abortion
Wisconsin's Democratic Gov. Tony Evers hopes to translate anger over the U.S. Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade into votes this fall as he vows to fight a 173-year-old state abortion ban in any way he can.
Hearing set for Wisconsin teen accused of killing girl
Chippewa County Circuit Judge Benjamin Lane on Friday scheduled a Sept. 1 preliminary hearing for the 14-year-old boy, identified in court documents as C.T.P.-B.
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'We're at a turning point": Deadline arrives for Nat'l Guard to be vaccinated
"We are in a war for talent," General James McConville, U.S. Army Chief of Staff, told members of the House Armed Services Committee. "That means recruiting our nation's best."
Minneapolis city council fails to override Frey's veto of 24-hour Hennepin Avenue bus lane
The council needed nine votes to override Frey's veto, but they only had eight.
Attack ad blames Rep. Angie Craig for high gas prices as battle over swing district heats up
A conservative group has already spent $620,000 on an advertisement targeting Rep. Angie Craig in what's likely just the beginning of a battle by both parties to win a critical district.
Attack ad targets Rep. Angie Craig as battle over swing district heats up
A conservative group has already spent $620,000 on the ads in Minnesota.
Ketanji Brown Jackson officially becomes first Black woman on Supreme Court
"On behalf of all of the members of the court, I am pleased to welcome Justice Jackson to the court and to our common calling," Chief Justice John Roberts said.
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Kris Lindahl files to trademark his outstretched arm pose
Kris Lindahl has filed to trademark this iconic pose you see on billboards all over the state.
Citing "operational challenges," Delta offers holiday weekend travelers waivers to rebook
Delta, one of the nation's largest airlines with a hub at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, has a free flight change policy for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, as the company expects a record number of travelers since the pandemic began.
Minnesota resorts are booked solid this summer
Some of the guests booked at the resorts this July 4th weekend are actually being re-booked from canceled trips last summer or even 2020. It's created a logjam of reservations for several weeks.
Proposed legislation will aim to close legal gap after several Minnesota families lose savings to pool contractor
A WCCO investigation has sparked state action to protect your money and property.
Metro Transit ridership rebounds as gas prices soar
Gas, groceries, and just about everything is getting more expensive. As we look for ways to save money, more are opting to hop on public transit.
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Man on the lam charged in fatal south Minneapolis shooting
A 31-year-old Twin Cities man who remains on the lam is now charged in a fatal shooting earlier this week in south Minneapolis.
Minneapolis police conduct internal review of homicide data following WCCO inquiries
Minneapolis police admitted the department didn't have confidence in the accuracy of the data the community can see. Now it's taking steps to fix that.
Hourslong standoff ends in St. Paul, 1 in custody
A standoff that began early Thursday morning in St. Paul ended with a man in custody.
Drug Task Force agents seize fentanyl in Mankato
A man and woman have been arrested after the Minnesota River Valley Drug Task Force seized suspected meth and fentanyl on Thursday.
St. Paul man Francisco Chale faces charges in 2 separate sexual assault cases
A 27-year-old St. Paul man faces sexual assault charges in two separate sexual assault incidents in the Twin Cities in May.
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'We're at a turning point": Deadline arrives for Nat'l Guard to be vaccinated
"We are in a war for talent," General James McConville, U.S. Army Chief of Staff, told members of the House Armed Services Committee. "That means recruiting our nation's best."
Bloomington begins phasing out tobacco licenses for businesses
The city of Bloomington is taking more steps to end tobacco sales. Starting Thursday, the city will begin phasing out tobacco licenses.
COVID In Minnesota: Hospitalization rate stays below high risk level
The state's case growth rate, stands at 23.9 per 100,000 residents. That's still well above the high risk line of 10, but showing signs of slowly going down.
Several Minnesota companies to reimburse workers who travel for abortion services
Law professor David Schultz says the companies could face consequences in states like Texas, which have criminalized not only abortion, but anyone facilitating an abortion.
Minnesota reports sharp rise in syphilis cases in 2021
While researches say this uptick in syphilis cases mirrors a national trend, questions remain about what's behind it, specifically concerning the role of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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Tom Barnard to leave KQRS after 36 years as host
KQRS, a classic rock station based in Golden Valley, announced that Tom Barnard would be retiring from the station, with his final show being scheduled for Dec. 23.
Minnesota's top pick among patriotic movies is "Apollo 13"
Other states went for films that feature explicitly hometown appeal, such as Texas choosing "The Alamo," Alabama going for "Forrest Gump," and Pennsylvania selecting "Gettysburg."
For F1RST Wrestling's Arik Cannon, bringing the event back to Mall of America is "surreal"
Arik Cannon wasn't at the Mall of America on Sept. 4, 1995, when WCW wrestlers tussled in the rotunda for the first episode of "Monday Nitro. Now, 27 years later, he's finally going to get to see wrestling at the mall. In fact, he's in charge of the whole event.
These are the most popular game consoles in each state
In a single uninterrupted battle for supremacy of the living room, the console wars have given gamers such legendary installments as the Nintendo 64 and the PlayStation 2 and such cautionary tales as the Nokia N-Gage and the Ouya.
After 27 years, professional wrestling returns to Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro." In September, professional wrestling will return to the mall.
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Andrés Giménez homer in 9th gives Guardians 5-3 win over Twins
Andrés Giménez watched his home run clear the center-field fence, kissed his bat and then flipped it while turning toward Minnesota's stunned dugout.
Top Minnesota teams face off, test out coming shot clock rule
Some of the best high school teams in Minnesota played each other with a shot clock that'll be part of regulation high school basketball in two years.
Idea to tackle youth umpire, referee shortage: Improve the behavior of coaches, parents
Minnesota Youth Athletic Services (MYAS) is a nonprofit that partners with parent volunteer organizations to promote positive behavior at games.
USC and UCLA leaving Pac-12 for Big Ten in 2024
The University of Minnesota may have two major universities in California join the Big Ten in a couple years.
Home Team: Soccer At Minnehaha Academy
Minnehaha Academy asked junior varsity boys soccer coach Sean Jensen to become head varsity coach.
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One-of-a-kind garden highlights Ojibwe culture, sense of beauty
Sue Foss began growing her garden near Sandstone in 1989. She and her husband, Rod, planted over 500 different kinds of flowers, shrubs and trees to honor the Ojibwe people.
Minneopa State Park enjoys a bison baby boom
"They are pretty laid back and calm. They really are," said park manager Ashley Steevens. "They're managed as a wild herd, so this is their territory. This is their home."
The story behind Faribault County's Jolly Green Giant statue
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how a giant statue ended up in the city of Blue Earth.
After More Than A Century, Southern Minnesota Restaurant Still Slinging 'Dam' Good Burgers, Pies
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to the Rapidan Dam Store in Blue Earth County.
'It's Bizarre': Southern Minnesota Ghost Town Still Attracting Summer Visitors
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us on a tour of a treasured ghost town in Fillmore County, near the Iowa border.
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What will come of the January 6th hearings?
"The question then becomes though, even if the ex-president indicted, is there enough to convict," said constitutional law professor David Schultz.
Why is golf so hard?
"If you think of any other sport out there, whether it's football, baseball hockey, the ball is coming at you and react to it," said PGA pro Phil Anderson. "Whereas you have to think about it and make a movement away from a golf ball.
Why Are Some People More Prone To Mosquito Bites?
"One thing that scientists have known for a long time is that mosquitoes are attracted to the odor of used gym socks," Dr. Jon Oliver said.
What is the purpose of the "#ShowYourStripes" campaign?
"Just that slightest shift in an average puts us into a whole new climate, really upping those chances for all of the extremes that we have to deal with," said Climate Central Chief Meteorologist Bernadette Woods Placky.
Why is the airline industry struggling? And how long will it be this way?
If last weekend was any indication, prepare for a tumultuous summer travel season.
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Flashback: "WCW Monday Nitro" at Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro."
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
New Food Options At Target Field 2022
Opening Day is nearly here and the Minnesota Twins are unveiling new foods at Target Field, including Australian-inspired savory pies and an official grilled cheese sandwich of the ballpark.
2022 Celebrity Deaths
A gallery of the beloved celebrities who have died in 2022.
Viewers Share Their Love Stories
It's Valentine's Day, and Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield asked WCCO viewers to share their stories of romance. Here are some of the best we got!
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Next Weather: 10 p.m. report
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer reports on the holiday weekend forecast.
Residents in tiny Forada still working to rebuild one month after devastating tornado
Sheryl Herschman and her sister, Judy Sellgren-Ehle, moved back to Forada, their hometown, in the spring and inherited their family's campground business. "We didn't know we'd get baptized by fire, or in this case, wind," Herschman said.
Next Weather: 6 p.m. report
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer reports on the cooldown coming this weekend.
Tips for beating extreme heat
"The elderly and the really young," said CentraCare sports medicine physician Dr. George Morris. "Those are the two populations that I would worry about most."
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.
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Next Weather: 10 p.m. report
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer reports on the holiday weekend forecast.
Why are Minneapolis and St. Paul skipping 4th of July fireworks?
Jeff Wagner looks into each cities' decision, and why they struck a chord with Minnesotans.
All clear given after reported underground explosion near U of M
Crews flushed the sewer lines after gasoline someone spilled or leaked into the system.
Small western Minnesota still rebuilding one month after tornado
Residents in Forada say the community is pulling together to rebuild what was lost when an EF-2 tornado ravaged the tiny western Minnesota town.
Minnesota National Guard struggling to find new recruits
While the COVID-19 pandemic is partly to blame, the military recruitment crisis predates the outbreak.