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A Newport woman pleaded guilty Friday to third-degree murder in the methadone-overdose death of her husband in 2013, according to the Ramsey County Attorney's office. Forty-four-year-old Jennifer Marie Johnson is accused of injecting her husband -- 32-year-old Dennis Parmuat -- with a fatal dose of her methadone in the early morning of March 30, 2013.
An overdose death from a powerful synthetic morphine has Grand Forks police wondering if other people who've been sickened by drugs in the past six months have taken the substance.
Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman called a news conference Wednesday morning to talk about the impact of heroin in the suburbs.
Local and federal law enforcement credit a cooperative effort for busting a Chicago-based drug gang that made ordering a bag of heroin as simple as placing a phone call. "This was a 24-hour-a-day, retail-sales heroin operation," said United States Attorney Andy Luger. "The way this would work is you would call one of two different phone numbers that were known as dispatch phone numbers -- almost like you were calling a cab or you were ordering food."
Overdosing is becoming a bigger killer in Minnesota than car crashes. The Minnesota Department of Health says 507 people died from heroin or prescription painkiller overdoses last year.
The Mankato man accused of providing synthetic drugs that killed two people is being held on a $1 million bail. Tyler Caputo, 21, was arrested in suburban Chicago last week after leaving Minnesota without the court's permission.
A Cottage Grove man has been sentenced to more than four years in prison for a woman's fatal methadone overdose. Washington County Attorney Pete Orput said Friday that 20-year-old Adam David Wickard pleaded guilty to second-degree manslaughter. Wickard was immediately sentenced.
A North Dakota man who admitted to cooking up synthetic drugs that led to the overdose deaths of two teens has been sentenced to 17 1/2 years in prison. Twenty-two-year-old Andrew Spofford, of Grand Forks, is the 12th person sentenced in the wide-ranging conspiracy. His sentence is the longest by five years. Spofford pleaded guilty in October to five counts, including conspiracy to distribute controlled substances resulting in serious bodily injury and death.
A 44-year-old Newport woman faces a murder charge in connection to her husband's drug overdose death, according to the Washington County Attorney's Office announced.
A 22-year-old Ham Lake man faces murder charges for giving heroin last summer to a woman who died of an overdose. Rex Dallas David Fernald is charged with third-degree murder in connection to the death of a 28-year-old woman, the Anoka County Attorney's Office says.
A 30-year-old Minneapolis man has been sentenced to over 11 years in prison for his involvement in the heroin overdose death of a Little Falls teen, the Morrison County Attorney's Office announced Monday.
Abuse of prescription drugs may now be the No. 1 cause of accidental death in the United States. That's why the American College of Physicians is issuing new guidelines to educate both physicians and patients on the dangers of drug addiction.
A Minneapolis man has been charged with the murder of a Little Falls woman who died of a heroin overdose. According to the Morrison County Attorney's office, 30-year-old Keon "Bird" Mangun sold heroin to Brandon Bedford in north Minneapolis on Feb. 27, 2012. Bedford then gave the heroin to 19-year-old Miranda Gosiak of Little Falls on that evening and on the afternoon of Feb. 28, when she died of an overdose. A Morrison County District Court jury returned a guilty verdict against Mangun Wednesday evening on a charge of 3rd-degree murder.
A 59-year-old Goodview man is sentenced to nearly five years in prison in the drug-related death of his 34-year-old son. Authorities say Jeffrey Schumacher Sr. supplied methadone to his son, Jeffrey Schumacher Jr., who died in May 2012.
One of Hennepin County's top ten most wanted criminals has been arrested in Chicago. According to the Hennepin County Sheriff's office, 31-year-old Devon McFerrin was driving when he was pulled over by Chicago Police. Police say McFerrin, a prolific drug dealer, sold heroin to a man who later died from an overdosed in a Hopkins apartment in 2012.
Heroin deaths in the Twin Cities are on pace to hit a new record this year. So far in 2013, 15 people have died from heroin overdose in Hennepin, Scott, and Dakota counties. It isn't a new problem, but is far more dangerous than a few years ago.
A 21-year-old Oakdale woman is accused of providing methadone to a 23-year-old man who overdosed and died on Aug. 1, 2012.
A 27-year-old Fergus Falls man has been arrested in the overdose death of a 23-year-old man, according to the Otter Tail County Sheriff's Office.
The case against a North Dakota man accused of manufacturing synthetic drugs that led to a pair of overdose deaths has moved to federal court.
Duluth police report five people apparently overdosed on heroin over the weekend, and one of them died.
The victim is identified as Elijah Stai, of Park Rapids, Minn. Police say it appears Stai overdosed on synthetic hallucinogens. He died in a Grand Forks hospital last weekend.
Hennepin County authorities say the number of heroin-related deaths increased dramatically in 2011.
Hastings authorities are vowing to aggressively investigate drug and underage alcohol access after an 18-year-old high school senior overdosed on heroin in March.
Doctors call a Minnesota man's recovery a miraculous event after a brain injury that left him in a coma.
The brother of NHL enforcer Derek Boogaard has made his first court appearance on charges stemming from his brother's overdose death last May.
Beat the summer heat with one of the best portable air conditioners of 2024 from LG, Black+Decker, Amazon and more.
Two groups of investigative journalists have filed a lawsuit in the hopes of forcing the Wisconsin Department of Justice to divulge names, birth dates and disciplinary records of every police officer in the state.
The court said in a unanimous opinion written by Justice Sonia Sotomayor that the NRA "plausibly alleged" that the New York regulator violated the First Amendment.
Two people died when a house exploded in southern Wisconsin. The dog that survived the explosion was checked out at an emergency veterinary clinic and determined to be in good shape.
The top DFL Party official and Minnesota's Democratic governor called for the resignation of embattled Minnesota State Sen. Nicole Mitchell on Thursday, following the end of the legislative session in which Mitchell was an essential vote in the chamber to move bills forward.
Police are investigating a shooting that happened overnight Thursday north of downtown St. Paul.
If it weren't for all the warm sunshine, you might mistake all of the drifting cottonwood in Minnesota for snowflakes.
Officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation on the 400 block of 23rd Avenue North, where they found a man inside a vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound to the head.
Between June 26, 2023, and July 11, 2023, Mohamed Elsayed robbed gas stations in Mounds View, Roseville, New Brighton, Fridley and Eagan, court documents say.
IKE machines, or interactive kiosk experience, have begun to pop up around downtown Minneapolis and aim to help visitors and residents find the most efficient way to their next outing.
The U.S. used to be a major supplier of helium but not anymore, which is why a helium mine in the middle of the country could be a gold mine.
Native Americans, Swedish immigrants and even cattle thieves have all taken shelter in a little spot along the St. Croix River.
A retired firefighter who needed a double lung transplant to survive is making big strides.
The man tried to reach for the deputy's gun during a "more than five minute scuffle," according to the BCA.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual.
Two groups of investigative journalists have filed a lawsuit in the hopes of forcing the Wisconsin Department of Justice to divulge names, birth dates and disciplinary records of every police officer in the state.
A law that drew massive protests and made Wisconsin the center of a national fight over union rights has returned to court, facing a new challenge from teachers and public workers brought after the state's Supreme Court flipped to liberal control.
Robert Atwell says he won't step down when his term ends this month. Atwell said in his email that he hoped that his "temporary continuation" as a regent will support communication between legislators and the regents.
A Wisconsin judge has sentenced a man to almost 20 years in prison in connection with a 2016 firebombing incident.
Minnesotans will clog the interstates, county highways and back roads this Memorial Day weekend as they head north to cabin country or across the border to Wisconsin.
A retired firefighter who needed a double lung transplant to survive is making big strides.
In 2018, quadriplegia changed Linda Hood's body, but her will is the same — especially after she realized the basic task of using a public restroom was now alarmingly complicated.
Jessie Wong creates flavors and authentic Szechuan cooking in the heart of downtown Minneapolis
A familiar sound was missing at one high school graduation ceremony on Friday evening.
Four years ago, George Floyd was murdered by then-officer Derek Chauvin. The images are for many seared into memory, never to be dislodged. However, at a Twin Cities teen summit this week, young people worked to meet the challenge of moving forward.
The court said in a unanimous opinion written by Justice Sonia Sotomayor that the NRA "plausibly alleged" that the New York regulator violated the First Amendment.
The top DFL Party official is calling for the resignation of Minnesota State Sen. Nicole Mitchell just days after the end of the 2024 legislative session.
The top DFL Party official and Minnesota's Democratic governor called for the resignation of embattled Minnesota State Sen. Nicole Mitchell on Thursday, following the end of the legislative session in which Mitchell was an essential vote in the chamber to move bills forward.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey admitted defeat on Wednesday after making a bet with Gov. TIm Walz that Minnesota would lose to Boston in the inaugural Walter Cup.
Jury deliberations resume on Thursday morning in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial in Manhattan.
Last year, state lawmakers signed off on what was billed as a nation-leading child tax credit program for low- and middle-income Minnesota families aimed at cutting child poverty by one-third.
Dozens of businesses in downtown's North Loop neighborhood are hoping customers will help them celebrate women.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed a bill into law on Tuesday morning that boosts the pay of rideshare drivers while keeping Uber and Lyft operating in the state.
A strike could begin in early to mid-June. If it does happen, crossing through the border could take more than 10 hours.
Boating creates $6.9 billion a year for the state's economy, supporting nearly 26,000 jobs and more than 700 businesses. Every year in Minnesota, more than $1 billion is spent on new boats, engines, trailers, and accessories.
The top DFL Party official and Minnesota's Democratic governor called for the resignation of embattled Minnesota State Sen. Nicole Mitchell on Thursday, following the end of the legislative session in which Mitchell was an essential vote in the chamber to move bills forward.
Police are investigating a shooting that happened overnight Thursday north of downtown St. Paul.
A Michigan man appearing virtually in a Washtenaw County court hearing earlier this month was ordered by a judge to turn himself in after his camera showed him actively driving under a suspended license.
Officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation on the 400 block of 23rd Avenue North, where they found a man inside a vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound to the head.
Between June 26, 2023, and July 11, 2023, Mohamed Elsayed robbed gas stations in Mounds View, Roseville, New Brighton, Fridley and Eagan, court documents say.
A major change in the medical world is helping make kidney transplants more racially equitable.
If it weren't for all the warm sunshine, you might mistake all of the drifting cottonwood in Minnesota for snowflakes.
A retired firefighter who needed a double lung transplant to survive is making big strides.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual.
The U.S. Department of Justice recently proposed a rule that would shift marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug classification, a significant change in federal policy that could impact cannabis businesses in states that have legalized it for recreational use.
The Minnesota Timberwolves avoided the sweep with a Game 4 win over the Mavericks in Dallas Tuesday, giving fans a thrill and the "Inside the NBA" crew the chills.
Albert S. Ruddy, who won Oscars for "The Godfather" and "Million-Dollar Baby" and helped create TV's "Hogan's Heroes," died Saturday.
Wactor was shot and killed when he interrupted three suspects in the midst of a catalytic converter theft in downtown LA early Saturday morning, according to family members.
Documentary filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, an Oscar nominee who focused on food and American diets, has died of cancer at age 53.
It's a great time to be a Timberwolves content creator, specifically podcasts. The content medium was barely in its infancy the last time the team was in the Western Conference finals.
Nelson Velázquez homered twice, Salvador Perez hit his team-leading 10th homer of the season and the Kansas City Royals snapped a three-game skid with a 6-1 win over the Minnesota Twins.
Minnesota won the inaugural championship of the Professional Women's Hockey League on Wednesday night, getting 17 saves from Nicole Hensley to beat Boston 3-0 in a winner-take-all Game 5 and claim the Walter Cup.
During Minnesota Twins games, the duties of the grounds crew are evident, like when they are dragging the infield. But there is much more to the work that takes place when the cameras are off.
Minnesota Lynx forward Diamond Miller underwent knee surgery, the team announced Wednesday, though there was no word on when she could return to the court.
The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly bringing back Dalton Risner, last year's starting left guard, on a one-year deal.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Janet Jarnefeld, who specializes in tick vector services for the Metro Mosquito Control District.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with M Health Fairview's Dr. Maggie Kappelman about tick bites and tick-borne illnesses.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Jennifer Granick, with the University of Minnesota Veterinary School, about how ticks can harm your pets.
Each time the Midwest is hit with severe weather, the damage adds up and so do the insurance costs. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy explores how insurance companies are looking at how they can make up for all those payouts.
Native Americans, Swedish immigrants and even cattle thieves have all taken shelter in a little spot along the St. Croix River.
Claws, scales, teeth and tails: There's a place in Medford where alligators and snakes have taken over.
It's a rite of spring in the town of Atwater. When the weather gets warm, the racers get racing. But at this track, the vehicle of choice is a go-kart and most of the competition is too young for a driver's license.
Minnesotans like to explore, and now they'll have a chance to step into caves that haven't been explored in half a century.
John Lauritsen looks at how a Breezy Point barn went from housing buffalo and cattle to hosting customers and wedding parties.
The summer travel season is now in full swing. And while the average cost of a flight is down compared to last year, there are still ways to save.
Boating creates $6.9 billion a year for the state's economy, supporting nearly 26,000 jobs and more than 700 businesses. Every year in Minnesota, more than $1 billion is spent on new boats, engines, trailers, and accessories.
With the Wolves' playoff run, people want to know — does a good defense really win championships?
On this week's Good Question, WCCO's Jeff Wagner discovers whether or not we can improve our attention spans for the better.
From Seattle in the Northwest, to across the world in Spain, and right back in Minnesota, the human collective looked north for a few nights as a massive light show performed for one of its largest audiences ever.
Minnesotans were delighted by an otherworldly light show Friday night that was on a level the state hadn't seen in nearly two decades.
Many Minnesotans were treated to a stunning double rainbow on Thursday.
Nicolae Miu, a 54-year-old man from Prior, Lake, Minnesota was found guilty of six criminal charges, including first-degree reckless homicide. Miu's trial lasted eight days in a Hudson, Wisconsin courtroom.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
An early spring snowstorm made for many beautiful sights across the state of Minnesota over the weekend.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says that we have spotty showers over the next few days, but highs should return to the low 80s soon enough.
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.
Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says temps will reach near 80 in the Twin Cities on Thursday, with more storms rolling in overnight.
As high pressure exits east, clouds begin to return throughout Thursday with our next system approaching from the west.
Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says Thursday will be a cloudy one before storms roll into the metro overnight.
CHS Field is hosting the 2024 GrillFest, promising the most sizzling flavors of the season.
Organizers present a preview of the upcoming event.
Karen Bachman Thull shares some advice for creating a green space of comfort and solitude.
WCCO's Shayla Reaves shares her latest creations, and advocates for following through on creative endeavors.
CBS News financial correspondent Jill Schlesinger says there are a number of factors to consider when it comes to college kids and summer work.