St. Paul Police Investigate City's 20th Homicide Of 2022
A man was killed Monday evening in St. Paul's North End neighborhood after an attack that police believe wasn't random in nature.
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Police: 1 Man Fatally Shot In St. Paul's North End Neighborhood Sunday Night
One person is dead after a shooting near the intersection of Rice Street and West Wayzata Street in St. Paul Sunday around 5 p.m., the St. Paul Police Department said. Police said they are investigating the shooting.
18-Year-Old Man Dead In St. Paul Shooting, City's 3rd Homicide In A Week
Investigators say the shooting occurred around 4:30 p.m. near the intersection of Rice Street and Winnipeg Avenue West.
'A Steward Of The Neighborhood': St. Paul Community Pays Its Respects To Mike 'Bones' Hartzell
Hundreds poured in to honor an unsuspecting St. Paul hero Tuesday.
'Rice Street Rock Star': St. Paul's Mike 'Bones' Hartzell Remembered
There was an outpouring of support Monday in response to the death of one of St. Paul's most famous citizens. "Bones," as he was known, died at the age of 71.
Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit By Car In St. Paul
The St. Paul Police Department says the crash happened at about 9:30 p.m. Friday at the intersection of Como Avenue and Rice Street.
Police: St. Paul Permit-To-Carry Holder Shoots, Wounds Armed Robber
Police say a suspect is in custody after a permit-to-carry holder in St. Paul shot him during an armed robbery.
1 Dead In Shooting At Maplewood Nightclub
A 20-year-old man is dead after a shooting at a Maplewood nightclub early Friday morning. According to Maplewood Police, at 1 a.m. a fight occurred in the parking lot of Stargate Nightclub along Rice Street in Maplewood.
Police Investigate Man's Death After Attempt To Break Up Bar Fight
Maplewood police say a 40-year-old St. Paul man died shortly after being assaulted for trying to break up a bar fight late Tuesday night. Now, 23-year-old man is in custody and two others are being actively sought.
Police Seek Suspect In Coffee Shop Laptop Thefts
A rash of laptop thefts in the east metro has coffee shops on high alert. Thieves are stealing laptops right out of the hands of customers at businesses in Maplewood and St. Paul. Two recent cases at a Caribou Coffee happened in broad daylight. Nick Ryan occasionally stops by the Caribou on Rice Street in Maplewood.
Police: 1 Killed, 1 Injured After Refusing To Buy Alcohol For Underage Suspects
Maplewood police say a 25-year-old man was shot and killed this weekend because he refused to buy alcohol for at least three underage boys.
Boy, 11, Struck By Car While Walking To School
Police are investigating after a child who was walking to school was struck by a car in St. Paul Monday morning. The incident happened before 7 a.m. near the intersection of Hoyt Avenue and Rice Street in St. Paul.
Arrest Made In Maplewood Shooting That Killed 1
Authorities have arrested a man in connection with a shooting outside a busy Maplewood strip mall that left one man dead and another injured.
St. Paul To Begin Tackling 11 Of The 'Terrible 20' Roads
St. Paul officials are laying out their plan to fix about half of the city's "Terrible 20" roads. Eleven roads will undergo maintenance beginning the week of Sept. 8, and the work is expected to run until mid-October.
Police Seek 2 Men Who Allegedly Shot, Robbed Roseville Pawn Shop
Police are searching for two men who allegedly shot an employee of a pawn shop when they opened fire at the Roseville store Monday night. According to police, officers responded to a call of a shooting at the Pawn America on the 1700 block of Rice Street at bout 5:44 p.m.
Car Crashes Into Grocery Store In St. Paul
Two people suffered minor injuries after a vehicle crashed into a grocery store on Rice Street in St. Paul Saturday night.
State Patrol: 300+ Crashes, 100+ Spinouts Monday
Traffic was slow going Monday afternoon in many parts of the metro due to snow and icy conditions. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, there were more than 300 crashes statewide since 9 a.m., and more than 100 vehicle spinouts and cars in ditches. Shelly Walstrom ended up off the road on Highway 36 near Rice Street in Roseville. She says she waited an hour for help.
Hi-Tech 'Toy' Helps Police Slow Down High-Speed Chases
Technology is helping law enforcement reduce the risk of a high-speed chase. The new tool, from Star Chase, allows officers to track a fleeing vehicle with a GPS device, rather than pursuing the suspect in a squad car. High-speed chases are not just dangerous situations for officers and suspects. Innocent bystanders and drivers are also at risk. May 12, 2011 started like any other day for architect Tom Blanck. "I was just going to meet a client with drawings and stuff, and talk about a project," Blanck said.
1 Dead After Overnight Altercation On City Bus In St. Paul
Authorities say one man is dead after an altercation overnight between three people that started on a Metro Transit bus escalated as they got off the bus in St. Paul.
Mpls. Man Arrested In Little Canada Bank Robbery
A 41-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the robbery of a U.S. Bank in Little Canada a few days before Christmas.
Sister Mourns The Death Of Man Who Crashed Into Pond
Despite a heroic rescue attempt, the 46-year-old driver who crashed into an icy Twin Cities pond died Sunday.
Driver That Died After Crashing Into Lake Vadnais Identified
The man who police say was driving the wrong way before crashing into a swamp Sunday evening has died.
Driver Goes Into Swamp, Flips Car In Vadnais Heights
Police say a 46-year-old man was driving the wrong way on Vadnais Boulevard, crashed into a swamp and flipped his car.
Man Arrested After Police Chase On Interstate 694
A driver took off during a traffic stop early Wednesday morning, leading several police officers on a chase in the north metro.
Girl Missing In St. Paul Found; Police Search For Suspect
A 7-year-old girl who went missing in St. Paul Sunday evening, prompting an Amber Alert, has been found miles away.
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Search continues for missing Northfield 6-year-old Elle Ragin
Investigators say they found the body of the girl's mother on Saturday when a relative called and requested a welfare check at her townhouse.
Brooklyn Park police seek help finding child's parents
Authorities in the north metro are asking the public's help in finding a child's parents.
Bodies of 3 children, mother recovered at Vadnais Lake in potential triple murder-suicide
Officials have recovered the bodies of three children and a mother from Vadnais Lake, after a search started Friday evening in what is believed to be a triple murder-suicide case.
Where To View Fireworks In 2022
Click on the city nearest to you to find information about their Fourth of July firework display plans.
5 years after son's murder, family still pleading for answers
This weekend marks five years since the murder of Jonathan O'Shaughnessy. The 24-year-old Richfield man was gunned down in a drive-by shooting while walking home from a street dance in 2017.
Long-lost sisters reunited after DNA test: 'It was meant to be'
Eiley Misfeldt lives in Eden Prairie. She took a 23andMe DNA ancestry test over Christmas of 2021. The results: a sister, Soojee Dufresne from upstate New York.
Minneapolis police budget expands after George Floyd's death
The Minneapolis Police Department's budget has expanded despite calls to reduce funding for law enforcement in the wake of George Floyd's death.
Body camera footage shows fatal police shooting of Jayland Walker
Authorities said Walker was unarmed at the time of the shooting, but a shot appeared to have come from his vehicle during a pursuit, and officers said they feared he was preparing to fire.
2 injured in early morning shooting in Dinkytown
Two people were injured in a shooting in Dinkytown early Sunday morning.
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.
Man who hit, killed pedestrian on Marquette Avenue to serve more than 8 years
A man who killed a pedestrian and severely injured another in a crash on Marquette Avenue last year has been sentenced to more than eight years in prison.
Twin Cities woman sentenced to 90 days of work release for stabbing fiance's dog to death
A Twin Cities woman has been sentenced to 90 days of work release and four years of probation for stabbing her fiance's dog to death in 2021.
Next Weather: Scattered rain, thunder to clear out for dry Sunday evening
Some showers and thunder will move through on Sunday morning and again in the afternoon, but the evening will stay dry for fireworks shows.
Minnesota boy helps NASCAR driver Brandon Brown put new spin on 'Let's go, Brandon' chant
Brandon Brown wanted a way to change the narrative behind the "Let's go, Brandon" message after his first career NASCAR victory inadvertently fostered a chant that has been used to insult President Joe Biden.
17-year-old boy dead after shooting in Duluth, 1 arrested
Local police say the shooting happened around 9:23 p.m. near the intersection of North 16th Avenue East and East 1st Street, in the city's Endion neighborhood.
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Brooklyn Park police seek help finding child's parents
Authorities in the north metro are asking the public's help in finding a child's parents.
5 years after son's murder, family still pleading for answers
This weekend marks five years since the murder of Jonathan O'Shaughnessy. The 24-year-old Richfield man was gunned down in a drive-by shooting while walking home from a street dance in 2017.
Long-lost sisters reunited after DNA test: 'It was meant to be'
Eiley Misfeldt lives in Eden Prairie. She took a 23andMe DNA ancestry test over Christmas of 2021. The results: a sister, Soojee Dufresne from upstate New York.
Minneapolis police budget expands after George Floyd's death
The Minneapolis Police Department's budget has expanded despite calls to reduce funding for law enforcement in the wake of George Floyd's death.
2 injured in early morning shooting in Dinkytown
Two people were injured in a shooting in Dinkytown early Sunday morning.
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Help sought finding 6-year-old Elle Ragin in Northfield
Investigators said they found the body of Ragin's mother, Lisa Wade, on Saturday when a relative called and requested a welfare check at her townhouse.
Man, 72, killed in crash on Interstate 90 in southern Minnesota
The Minnesota State Patrol says the crash happened shortly before 10 p.m. on the interstate's eastbound lanes near Fairmont Township, which is about 60 miles east of Worthington.
"Back with a bang:" Fourth of July festivities kick off in Ham Lake, Forest Lake
After a few scaled back years due to the pandemic, many Fourth of July Festivities are booming back across Minnesota. On Saturday, crowds packed Lions Park in Ham Lake for the annual Freedom Festival.
Man attempting to become the first person with a disability to paddleboard across the Great Lakes
After months of training, Mike Shoreman started his journey on Lake Erie. Next week, he look to tackle Lake Superior.
Man hospitalized after jet ski explodes on northern Minnesota lake
A northern Minnesota man was hurt Saturday when a jet ski exploded as he tried to start it.
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Western Wisconsin deputy shoots man who allegedly pointed gun at officers
Authorities in western Wisconsin say a sheriff's deputy shot a man Saturday after he allegedly pointed a handgun at officers.
Wisconsin reports first case of Monkeypox
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services says the case was reported in Dane County. They did not say how they believe that person contracted it.
Wisconsin's conservative high court hands GOP another weapon
The decision essentially prevents a governor from replacing the previous governor's appointees without Senate confirmation. The ruling left Democrats stunned.
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.
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Minnesota abortions fell 2% in 2021, but likely to flip
Abortions in Minnesota fell about 2% in 2021, but that decline is likely to quickly reverse in the state following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Simone Biles among next Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients
The awards will be presented Thursday, July 7.
THC edibles, beverages now legal in Minnesota as new law goes into effect
The new law now governs the packaging, the sale and the makeup of the products, which may not contain more than 5 mg of THC per serving, and no more than 50 mg per package.
Wisconsin's conservative high court hands GOP another weapon
The decision essentially prevents a governor from replacing the previous governor's appointees without Senate confirmation. The ruling left Democrats stunned.
'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."
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Hy-Vee withdraws potato salad varieties due to presumptive positive microbial test
The withdrawal includes all varieties and sizes of Hy-Vee Potato Salad and Mealtime Potato Salad available from grab-and-go refrigerated cases and deli service cases in Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore, Dollar Fresh Market locations and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh convenience stores.
24-hour self-service grocery store thrives in small Minnesota town
A number of small, Minnesota towns have lost their grocery stores over the years - creating an inconvenience for residents - and a bit of a food desert. But a couple in Douglas County thinks they've found a solution.
Landscaper steps in to fill hole left behind by pool contractor accused of unfinished work
A local landscaper stepped in to help after seeing a WCCO investigation into a contractor who promised families a pool but didn't finish the work.
Red, white and blue - and now green as THC food and drinks are legal in Minnesota
The new law now governs the packaging, the sale and the makeup of the products, which may not contain more than 5 mg of THC per serving, and no more than 50 mg per package.
Minneapolis minimum wage increase takes effect
For small businesses with 100 or fewer employees, the minimum wage bumped from $12.50 to $13.50 an hour. Large businesses with more than 100 employees must pay workers at least $15 an hour.
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Man who hit, killed pedestrian on Marquette Avenue to serve more than 8 years
A man who killed a pedestrian and severely injured another in a crash on Marquette Avenue last year has been sentenced to more than eight years in prison.
Twin Cities woman sentenced to 90 days of work release for stabbing fiance's dog to death
A Twin Cities woman has been sentenced to 90 days of work release and four years of probation for stabbing her fiance's dog to death in 2021.
17-year-old boy dead after shooting in Duluth, 1 arrested
Local police say the shooting happened around 9:23 p.m. near the intersection of North 16th Avenue East and East 1st Street, in the city's Endion neighborhood.
Western Wisconsin deputy shoots man who allegedly pointed gun at officers
Authorities in western Wisconsin say a sheriff's deputy shot a man Saturday after he allegedly pointed a handgun at officers.
Parents charged with child endangerment after baby boy found with meth, fentanyl in his urine
A mother and father have been accused of child endangerment after their baby boy was found with methamphetamine and fentanyl in his system.
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6 monkeypox cases now confirmed in Twin Cities, MDH urges awareness
The Minnesota health department has identified a total of six cases of monkeypox in the state.
Hy-Vee withdraws potato salad varieties due to presumptive positive microbial test
The withdrawal includes all varieties and sizes of Hy-Vee Potato Salad and Mealtime Potato Salad available from grab-and-go refrigerated cases and deli service cases in Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore, Dollar Fresh Market locations and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh convenience stores.
Red, white and blue - and now green as THC food and drinks are legal in Minnesota
The new law now governs the packaging, the sale and the makeup of the products, which may not contain more than 5 mg of THC per serving, and no more than 50 mg per package.
Wisconsin reports first case of Monkeypox
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services says the case was reported in Dane County. They did not say how they believe that person contracted it.
'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."
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Could R. Kelly's sentence impact his case in Hennepin County?
Kelly faces a solicitation case in Hennepin County, Minnesota. But the case has been on the back burner while the federal cases play out.
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.
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Minnesota United beats RSL 3-2 on Luis Amarilla's winner
Luis Amarilla scored the deciding goal in a 3-2 win for Minnesota United over Real Salt Lake on Sunday.
Tyler Wells wins 6th straight decision, Orioles beat Twins 3-1
Tyler Wells took a no-hit bid into the fifth inning for the second straight start and won his sixth consecutive decision in leading the Baltimore Orioles over the Minnesota Twins 3-1 on Sunday.
Minnesota boy helps NASCAR driver Brandon Brown put new spin on 'Let's go, Brandon' chant
Brandon Brown wanted a way to change the narrative behind the "Let's go, Brandon" message after his first career NASCAR victory inadvertently fostered a chant that has been used to insult President Joe Biden.
Minnesota Aurora clinch division, set to host playoff game on July 13
While the club still has to face Green Bay twice more to end the season, there's no way the Glory can catch them in Heartland Division standings.
Jose Miranda, Twins rally again in bottom of 9th, beat Orioles
Jorge Polanco hit a tying homer and Jose Miranda delivered a game-ending single as the Minnesota Twins again rallied for two runs in the bottom of the ninth inning and beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 Saturday.
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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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How does a park become a state park?
Just under 1% of Minnesota is state or national parkland, which places Minnesota 29th compared to other states across the country.
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.
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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 Lisa Meadows reports on the rain and storms expected on Independence Day.
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Meteorologist Lisa Meadows reports on the Independence Day forecast.
Next Weather: Afternoon update
Meteorologist Lisa Meadows reports on the storms tracking toward Minnesota.
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."
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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 Lisa Meadows reports on the rain and storms expected on Independence Day.
Search for 6-year-old girl to extend into 3rd day
The girl's mother was found dead Saturday of an apparent suicide. Authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward.
Search continues for missing 6-year-old Northfield girl
Authorities say that the girl's mother was found dead Saturday in her townhouse.
WCCO Digital Update: Evening of July 3, 2022
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Next Weather: 5:30 p.m. report
Meteorologist Lisa Meadows reports on the Independence Day forecast.