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NEXT Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says a fire watch is in effect for the majority of Minnesota on Tuesday, with low humidity around 15% and wind gusts around 35 mph.
The Twin Cities and much of the state is under an air quality alert due to ground-level ozone.
Ozone is the main concern that is causing an air quality alert Monday, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency says — but what exactly is ozone?
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has released its latest air quality forecast for the summer season.
This 2024 "State of the Air" report warns efforts to reduce emissions are undermined by extreme heat, drought and wildfires caused by climate change.
New research suggests the record amount of smoke is either reversing or stalling several gains made across the country when it comes to reducing air pollution.
Smoke from wildfires is not the only reason for poor air quality this year. It turns out, those wildfires created another kind of pollution: Ozone.
Esme Murphy talks with Mike Augustyniak, WCCO's director of meteorology.
Being outside on an ozone air quality alert day can trigger shortness of breath or asthma attacks.
Protecting yourself during an ozone air quality alert is different than when there are smoky skies.
The air might not look as bad as the smoke pollution last week, but don't let that fool you. Ozone can take a toll on your health, too.
This year, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has already issued 19 air quality alerts across the state. It is the second most ever issued by the office.
On June 14, 2023, the AQI value in Minneapolis was 243. For those who spent most of their time outside that day, the particulate-rich air they breathed in was roughly equivalent to smoking 8.8 cigarettes.
For a time, smoke and ozone left Minnesota blanketed with the worst air in the entire country. WCCO's Jason Rantala picks up our Team Coverage with how dirty air can impact everyone's health.
No one in the entire country is dealing with worse air than Minnesota right now. And doctors say when the air gets this bad – everyone needs to take notice.
No one in the entire country is dealing with worse air than Minnesota right now. And doctors say when the air gets this bad – everyone needs to take notice.
Joseph Dames looks at where the hazardous air in Minnesota is coming from, and what you can do about it.
The MPCA says the AQI level in the Twin Cities Wednesday was the highest its been since the agency started keeping records in 1980.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency issued an air quality alert for the southern half of the state Tuesday due to ozone. Here's what that means.
The harmful chemicals that have damaged Earth's shield against radiation are on the decline, according to new research.
A 21-year-old man faces two counts of second-degree murder in connection with the stabbing, court documents show.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that a Republican-controlled legislative committee's rejection of a state agency rule that would ban the practice of conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ people was unconstitutional.
The lights will go out on a bridge over the Mississippi River in Winona, Minnesota, for the next few weeks to squelch the impact of a mayfly hatch.
Health care workers in Stillwater, Minnesota, kicked off a four-day unfair labor practice strike Monday.
A U.S. magistrate judge recommended that Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan's bid to dismiss the federal charges against her be denied.
A 21-year-old man faces two counts of second-degree murder in connection with the stabbing, court documents show.
An endangered missing person alert has been issued for a 16-year-old boy in Brooklyn Park.
According to the MnDOT website, a total of 52 projects are listed as current construction in the Twin Cities Metro District.
Minnesota state Sen. John Hoffman has been discharged from the ICU, just over three weeks after he and his wife, Yvette, were shot in their home, a family spokesperson said on Monday.
The father of 16-year-old Jordan "Manny" Collins Jr. has been arrested in connection with his son's death, according to the Anoka County Sheriff's Office.
The lights will go out on a bridge over the Mississippi River in Winona, Minnesota, for the next few weeks to squelch the impact of a mayfly hatch.
Health care workers in Stillwater, Minnesota, kicked off a four-day unfair labor practice strike Monday.
A Minnesota meat processing plant is voluntarily recalling multiple products that may be contaminated with bacteria that can cause a "potentially serious disease," the state agriculture department said.
At times, the suspect went faster than 100 mph, the sheriff's office said.
Minnesota isn't completely immune to the level of severe flooding that Texas is seeing, which is why it's so important to pay attention to forecasts this summer.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that a Republican-controlled legislative committee's rejection of a state agency rule that would ban the practice of conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ people was unconstitutional.
Authorities say a man is dead after a multi-vehicle crash early Sunday afternoon in western Wisconsin.
Two men were killed in a head-on crash in western Wisconsin early Friday morning, authorities said.
As temperatures soar into the 90s this Fourth of July weekend, crowds are expected to descend on the beaches of the St. Croix River in Hudson, Wisconsin. But heat isn't the only concern this weekend.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority struck down the state's 176-year-old abortion ban on Wednesday, ruling 4-3 that it was superseded by a newer state law that criminalizes abortions only after a fetus can survive outside the womb.
For 78 years in St. Paul, neighbors have lined the streets of St. Anthony Park each Independence Day, claiming a patch of grass to take part of Minnesota's longest-running Fourth of July Tradition: Fourth in the Park.
Through each limb and downed power line, organizers visualized one of the city's largest summer events, the 81st annual Water Carnival, happening on time.
George Johnson discovered a century-old Gold Medal Flour ad hidden beneath layers of wood and weather.
The first-of-a-kind project aims to support and honor our nation's heroes by taking care of the most essential of needs.
Hundreds of veterans were connected to lifesaving resources at the third annual Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans' Summer Salute at CHS Field.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that a Republican-controlled legislative committee's rejection of a state agency rule that would ban the practice of conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ people was unconstitutional.
They may be out of session, but Minnesota lawmakers met for a special oversight hearing in the House.
A U.S. magistrate judge recommended that Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan's bid to dismiss the federal charges against her be denied.
The IRS said in a court filing that churches whose pastors endorse political candidates from the pulpit shouldn't lose their tax-exempt status.
Minnesota county officials are concerned about changes to food assistance benefits under the tax and spending package President Trump signed into law on Friday, which could mean property tax hikes due to increased costs to local governments administering the program.
A Minnesota meat processing plant is voluntarily recalling multiple products that may be contaminated with bacteria that can cause a "potentially serious disease," the state agriculture department said.
New tariff rates are set to go live next month, but the effects on Minnesota small business owners could be felt in a matter of days.
Minnesotans' home electricity costs could increase by 28% and industrial electricity costs by 46%, according to an analysis by think tank Energy Innovation.
It is the tribe's second such cannabis dispensary. Their first opened in Moorhead in May.
Tesla's Elon Musk says slashing incentives to go electric could be "incredibly destructive."
A 21-year-old man faces two counts of second-degree murder in connection with the stabbing, court documents show.
Prosecutors on Monday charged a 27-year-old man in the murder of a young woman found dead inside her Richfield, Minnesota, apartment last month.
Prosecutors allege Brooke Reinhardt, 24, sexually assaulted a 17-year-old player.
A man was killed in a stabbing in south Minneapolis Sunday evening, and police said they have arrested the suspect.
Officials say officers were dispatched Sunday at around 3:12 a.m. to check the welfare of a person lying on the sidewalk at the intersection of Pennock Avenue and 138th Street.
Health care workers in Stillwater, Minnesota, kicked off a four-day unfair labor practice strike Monday.
A Minnesota meat processing plant is voluntarily recalling multiple products that may be contaminated with bacteria that can cause a "potentially serious disease," the state agriculture department said.
Tens of thousands of Minnesotans are heading for an unexpected health care hurdle.
Minnesota county officials are concerned about changes to food assistance benefits under the tax and spending package President Trump signed into law on Friday, which could mean property tax hikes due to increased costs to local governments administering the program.
In the wake of the Fourth of July weekend, when many spent time outside, a Twin Cities mother has a message for other parents after her daughter experienced a horrific injury from a bonfire.
There were growing frustrations from Taste of Minnesota ticketholders after many were turned away Sunday.
Michael Madsen apparently went into cardiac arrest and was found unresponsive in his home in Malibu, California, on Thursday morning, according to his manager.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was found guilty of two prostitution-related charges, but acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering charges.
The verdict in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial comes after the high-profile proceedings started in May.
Jurors in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial continued their deliberations Wednesday on a racketeering conspiracy charge that they weren't able to agree over.
His second All-Star Game selection will go down as one of his greatest satisfactions in the sport, considering the path he's taken to get here and the fact that the festivities next week will be in his native Georgia.
The former Lakeville North and University of Minnesota standout is now in her 10th season in the WNBA.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Barbara Powell is training for a 100-mile trail race in Leadville, Colorado, in August, and while training, she accomplished a personal milestone to fundraise for the race.
Prosecutors allege Brooke Reinhardt, 24, sexually assaulted a 17-year-old player.
Minnesota state officials warned the bill would cut $500 million a year in reimbursements for hospital and nursing home coverage.
The bill is expected to have a major impact on hospitals and nursing homes which rely on Medicaid reimbursements.
As Twin Cities Pride wraps up the weekend, the celebration has been shadowed by concern and even attacks on LGBTQ+ people.
Federal prosecutors say it's possible Vance Boelter, who has not entered a plea yet, could face the death penalty.
Federal prosecutors say it's possible Vance Boelter, who has not entered a plea yet, could face the death penalty.
One hundred years ago a Danish immigrant named John Christensen was trying to farm near the village of Itasca. But he kept hitting rocks with his plow. Instead of getting frustrated, he got creative.
The cafe has caught the attention of out-of-towners driving through or even biking by — because when you see these fellas hang out downtown, you've got to stop.
In this edition of Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how a Meeker County town got its name, and why they still celebrate their man-made rocket ship.
Growing up in southern Minnesota, Kevin Vogel developed a love for animals by watching nature shows. Then, for 20 years, he and his family had a traveling zoo. But in 2014, they found a permanent home in Brainerd.
"We see an average of 12 to 20 eagles on every trip," said Jon Borreson. "We've got a couple eagles nests that we can pull up underneath and actually see small eagles in it."
A big part of the upcoming July Fourth holiday involves marveling at explosions in the sky.
It's a pairing so perfect that their names have come to symbolize dynamic duos. They're a staple from restaurant tables to kitchen tables.
The high-profile assassination of a top Minnesota lawmaker and her husband could bring about a form of punishment long banned in the state.
How do you know it's not something more serious, like heat exhaustion? Doctors say heat exhaustion can sneak up on a person quickly if they don't pay attention to the symptoms.
The average American family washes about 300 loads of laundry per year.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
WCCO photojournalist Art Phillips shares some personal family photos taken by his father, Arthur Phillips Sr., in Vietnam during his time in service.
The new Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum is under construction just outside of Camp Ripley in Little Falls. Set to open in late 2026, the $40 million, first-of-its-kind project in the nation will be eight times the size of the existing museum. It will honor not only Minnesota's service members and their sacrifices, but the refugee experience as well. Watch and read more in Pauleen Le's series "Vietnam 50 Years Later: Reflections on a War that Changed Minnesota."
The National Weather Service has issued multiple tornado warnings and many more severe thunderstorm warnings throughout wide swaths of southern and central Minnesota Monday afternoon.
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
The next couple of days are going to be comfortable before we get a brief but fairly intense return of moisture.
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 Joseph Dames says Tuesday is bringing sunshine and lower humidity. There is a chance for some storms to return later this week, with Friday looking particularly unsettled.
Tuesday will bring sunshine, light winds and lower humidity, with highs in the mid-80s.
Frantic search and rescue efforts are underway as the death toll reaches over 100 people.
The next couple of days are going to be comfortable before we get a brief but fairly intense return of moisture.
They may be out of session, but Minnesota lawmakers met for a special oversight hearing in the House.
The lights will go out on a bridge over the Mississippi River in Winona, Minnesota, for the next few weeks to squelch the impact of a mayfly hatch.
Joe Berg and chef Eric Lucas share a preview of what's on the menu at the new establishment.
Stan Thompson, with St. Paul's Bethel University, discusses how the university works toward placing their graduates with new jobs.