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A Minot woman is accused of helping her husband plan the murder of his ex-wife.
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A Minot woman is accused of helping her husband plan the murder of his ex-wife.
The Dakota Access pipeline and a feeder line leaked more than 100 gallons of oil in North Dakota in separate incidents in March as crews prepared the disputed $3.8 billion pipeline for operation.
Opposition to the Dakota Access oil pipeline has persuaded some banks to stop supporting projects that might harm the environment or tread on indigenous rights, but calling the divest movement a success might be a stretch.
Officials with American Crystal Sugar Co. say they sent their best and final offer to union leaders, after eight days of contract talks.
The leader of a drug trafficking ring that brought heroin to Minnesota and North Dakota Indian reservations has been sentenced to 25 years in prison.
North and South Dakota farmers trying to get their crops in the ground had to deal with wet and unseasonably cold weather over the past week.
Both Dakotas and tribes in the two states are getting federal grant money for historic preservation work. The grants are through the Interior Department and National Park Service.
North Dakota Health Department officials are monitoring cleanup of a 1,050-gallon oil pipeline spill in Bowman County that reached a tributary of the Little Missouri River.
North Dakota's Agriculture Department is encouraging people to be aware of the threat of invasive plant pests and diseases, especially after the months of protests against the Dakota Access oil pipeline.
The North Dakota Legislature has passed a bill that would that extends criminal penalties for anyone who attacks health care and emergency workers with a bodily fluid.
The North Dakota Legislature has approved a comprehensive measure that regulates the state's voter-approved medical marijuana initiative.
The Minnesota series will mark the first trip to Grand Forks for the Golden Gophers in nearly six years.
A group of doctors is offering to pay for a surgical simulator if North Dakota State University stops using live animals for its trauma life support training.
Two Democratic U.S. senators want the chief of the Army Corps of Engineers to explain the agency's decision-making that ultimately paved the way for completion of the disputed Dakota Access oil pipeline.
The North Dakota Legislature has approved a measure that would allow an elected official to carry a hidden firearm in a government building or at a public gathering.
Prolonged protests in North Dakota have failed to stop the flow of oil through the Dakota Access pipeline, at least for now, but they have provided inspiration and a blueprint for protests against pipelines in other states.
The Dakota Access pipeline developer said Monday that it has placed oil in the pipeline under a Missouri River reservoir in North Dakota and that it's preparing to put the pipeline into service.
Hollywood actress Shailene Woodley has reached a plea deal that calls for no jail time over her involvement in protests against the Dakota Access oil pipeline in North Dakota.
The Trump administration issued a permit Friday to build the Keystone XL pipeline, reversing the Obama administration and clearing the way for the $8 billion project to finally be completed.
The developer of the Dakota Access pipeline has reported "recent coordinated physical attacks" on the much-protested line, just as it's almost ready to carry oil.
Authorities in South Dakota on Tuesday confirmed an incident of vandalism against the Dakota Access oil pipeline in which someone burned a hole through an empty section of pipe.
An appeals court on Saturday refused a request from two American Indian tribes for an "emergency" order that would prevent oil from flowing through Dakota Access pipeline.
A judge has combined lawsuits filed by four Sioux tribes over the Dakota Access pipeline, streamlining the drawn-out legal battle over the $3.8 billion project to move North Dakota oil to a distribution point in Illinois.
Tribes suing to stop the Dakota Access pipeline are asking a federal appeals court to head off the imminent flow of oil.
A judge refused to head off the imminent flow of oil in the disputed Dakota Access pipeline, likely clearing the way for operations to begin next week.
A Lakeville, Minnesota man was killed after being struck by a cable while working on a cell tower last week near the state's North Shore.
Officials in northern Minnesota have extended a Boundary Waters closure order until Oct. 1 as wildfires have spread to cover more than 72,000 acres of land.
A southern Twin Cities community is urging park visitors to be on the lookout for fishing line that may be hung on playground equipment.
The state Democratic Party is asking Wisconsin's elections commission to allow voters who already returned absentee ballots to cast new ones, after Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez dropped out of the governor's race and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley rejoined it.
Wednesday will be #Top10WxDay in the Twin Cities, filled with sun, calm winds, pleasant temperatures and clean air.
A Lakeville, Minnesota man was killed after being struck by a cable while working on a cell tower last week near the state's North Shore.
A southern Twin Cities community is urging park visitors to be on the lookout for fishing line that may be hung on playground equipment.
TPC Twin Cities is bringing back former Gophers and accomplished tour players this week for the 3M Open.
More than a half dozen have been rescued since Saturday, according to Jessica Proskin, who lives near the complex and has visited daily since.
A family who was living and working in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, recently self deported to Ecuador.
A Lakeville, Minnesota man was killed after being struck by a cable while working on a cell tower last week near the state's North Shore.
Officials in northern Minnesota have extended a Boundary Waters closure order until Oct. 1 as wildfires have spread to cover more than 72,000 acres of land.
A 29-year-old former reserve deputy for a northern Minnesota county is expected to plead guilty Monday to spreading child sexual abuse material via Snapchat.
Wildfires in northern Minnesota have brought summer tourism to a near halt in the Ely area.
A nearly 66-foot Uncle Sam-style nutcracker named Verne the Patriot now stands in Luverne, Minnesota, a small town that already has more nutcrackers than people. And yes, the star-spangled behemoth has a working jaw.
The state Democratic Party is asking Wisconsin's elections commission to allow voters who already returned absentee ballots to cast new ones, after Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez dropped out of the governor's race and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley rejoined it.
The effects of Minnesota's prolonged heat wave are becoming impossible to miss with several reports of fish kills.
Three new women's world records have been set at the Lumberjack World Championships in Hayward, Wisconsin.
For 66 years, the Lumberjack World Championships have brought the world's best to Hayward, Wisconsin.
Three people who died after a pontoon overturned on Lake Pepin over the weekend have been identified.
The city of St. Paul, Minnesota, is taking a stand and closing encampments amid growing concerns.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
What started as a small fundraiser following one of Joe's surgeries at Gillette Children's has grown into a community tradition that has raised nearly $100,000 for the hospital.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
The state Democratic Party is asking Wisconsin's elections commission to allow voters who already returned absentee ballots to cast new ones, after Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez dropped out of the governor's race and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley rejoined it.
The Pentagon says the U.S. carried out another wave of strikes overnight, as President Trump signals that the attacks are not over.
A family who was living and working in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, recently self deported to Ecuador.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told lawmakers the Iran war has cost $37.5 billion. Sources told CBS News the total cost could be far higher, in part due to military construction for damaged U.S. bases.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said his agency is pausing $867.5 million in Medicaid payments to California and $199 million to Minnesota.
Get ready to watch movies and television with clarity like never before. That's how industry experts are describing the latest TV technology now on sale exclusively at Best Buy.
A lottery player in Minnesota won a jackpot of more than $34 million last week, a record for the Lotto America game in the state.
The lawsuit accuses Loon of using "kid-friendly characters" to promote its vapes in flavors such as Cotton Candy, Strawberry Popsicle, Banana Taffy and Blue Razz Slushy.
A Wisconsin family lost their ten-month-old daughter after she swallowed a water bead. They blame Target and the water bead manufacturer for her death.
For many Minnesotans, the road to the Fourth of July starts with a short drive across the St. Croix River to Wisconsin to stock up on fireworks. The kinds of pyrotechnics that can be legally ignited in Minnesota might be surprising.
A southern Twin Cities community is urging park visitors to be on the lookout for fishing line that may be hung on playground equipment.
A 29-year-old former reserve deputy for a northern Minnesota county is expected to plead guilty Monday to spreading child sexual abuse material via Snapchat.
There were heated moments Tuesday evening as Minneapolis leaders met with community members to discuss public safety following increased violence over the last several days.
A man accused of defrauding a Minnesota program meant to help people with disabilities find and maintain housing pleaded guilty on Tuesday.
A 30-year-old St. Paul, Minnesota, man is accused of executing three people inside a leasing office Monday over a parking garage contract dispute.
Here's how weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy could reduce worker illness and save companies money.
There are new accusations surrounding pollution problems at a battery recycling plant in Minnesota. An attorney says lead migration from Gopher Resource in Eagan poisoned some kids connected to workers.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
The advice is to stay inside when air quality turns hazardous, but that's not an option for many outdoor workers.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
This weekend, a Twin Cities theater company will be performing "Dear Evan Hansen," a musical that deals with themes of anxiety, depression and isolation. But they also feel it relates to what Minneapolis went through during Operation Metro Surge.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
The Minnesota Yacht Club Festival is expected to bring thousands upon thousands each day to Harriet Island Regional Park in St. Paul between Friday and Sunday.
There's so much to do this weekend in Minnesota, from festivals to art fairs.
Three Minnesota ice cream shops are in the running for a national title this summer.
Five-time All-Star Napheesa Collier is probable for the Minnesota Lynx when they play at the Seattle Storm on Wednesday.
Austin Hedges and Petey Halpin hit sacrifice flies in the sixth inning as the Cleveland Guardians, a night after hitting seven homers, used small ball to beat the Minnesota Twins 5-2 on Tuesday for a third straight victory.
TPC Twin Cities is bringing back former Gophers and accomplished tour players this week for the 3M Open.
The Minnesota Lynx are on a six-game winning streak thanks in large part to the scoring prowess of Kayla McBride, who's now earning some recognition for her efforts.
The Minnesota Twins have activated All-Star outfielder Byron Buxton from the 10-day injured list.
The investigations into the ICE killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celishave entered a critical stage.
The investigations into the ICE killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis have entered a critical stage.
There's less than a month to go before the Aug. 11 primary, and one of the most watched and competitive races is the DFL race for the nomination for U.S. Senate between Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig.
New campaign finance numbers are expected out later this week in federal races, including Minnesota's U.S. Senate race, where a flood of ads is evidence of a highly competitive race.
Minnesota Republicans head into an August primary shaped by a president who has lost the state three times but still commands outsized loyalty from its conservative base.
There's a scenic, nearly century-old spot in St. Cloud, Minnesota, where right now you'll find thousands of flowers in bloom.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
It's a lake cruise in the middle of town, and there's more than pelicans on the Pelican Breeze tour in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Currie, Minnesota, is truly small-town America. The population hovers at just over 200. But on the northern outskirts, you'll happen upon a place with plenty of bells and whistles: End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum
School's out, summer's here, and if you're heading to the lake on Highway 10, you may just stumble upon hidden treasure.
The U.S. House just voted to make daylight saving time permanent. In Good Question, Jeff Wagner explains how that could impact Minnesota and why our last attempt at getting rid of it failed.
Get ready to watch movies and television with clarity like never before. That's how industry experts are describing the latest TV technology now on sale exclusively at Best Buy.
When you get home from work in the evening, your first thought may be dinner. You might fire up the stove or oven, you could also start a load of laundry. Not long after that, you're running the dishwasher. You may think you're being efficient, but your house during this heat wave disagrees.
It's one of Minnesota's rules of the road in which two is better than one. But Jodi from Lakeville emailed WCCO saying a lot of drivers don't seem to care about the law.
Catching a flight with just a carry-on can make travel feel easy. No need to check a bag and all your belongings stay with you. But quite often, that suddenly changes before boarding.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new foods for 2026.
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.
It's a #Top10WxDay! High temps will hover in the 80s for the rest of the work week.
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.
High pressure overhead will make for a beautiful Wednesday, filled with sun, calm winds, pleasant temperatures and no smoke, WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso reports.
Expect highs in the upper 70s and plenty of sunshine on this #Top10WxDay.
Wednesday will be #Top10WxDay in the Twin Cities, filled with sun, calm winds, pleasant temperatures and clean air.
It's a #Top10WxDay! High temps will hover in the 80s for the rest of the work week.
The man accused of killing three people over an apartment parking lot contract made his first court appearance Wednesday morning.
Nalini Mehta, with Yoga Pops, shares a preview of a new direction for the company.
Blaze Credit Union is collecting new school supplies at all locations through August 1 to support teachers and students statewide through the Kids In Need Foundation.
Dr. Shonda Craft talks about what strategies to employ when you're taken by surprise by the end of a relationship.