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Rochester resident Montez Terrill Lee, 25, faces one count of arson in connection to the torching of a Minneapolis pawn shop amid the unrest following George Floyd's death.
A state health official allowed oral swabs to be used, which caused pain and bloody noses for some who were tested.
A former Mayo Clinic researcher who was arrested at MSP Airport in March has been charged with trying to aid the Islamic State.
A 30-year-old Rochester man is dead after a rollover crash in Dodge County Thursday morning.
Karen Pence, the wife of Vice President Mike Pence, is defending his decision to not wear a mask during a recent visit to the Mayo Clinic, saying he was unaware of the hospital's coronavirus policy until after he left.
Minnesota has one of the lowest confirmed cases per-capita in the country, but its testing has lagged behind what the Walz administration says is needed.
Vice President Mike Pence has an appointment Tuesday at Minnesota's Mayo Clinic to learn about a new coronavirus testing "moonshot" that has the famed clinic partnering with the state and the U of M to quickly boost the state's capacity to 20,000 tests a day.
Vice President Mike Pence will be visiting the Mayo Clinic in Rochester next week.
Within one day of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz requesting 5,000 COVID-19 tests per day before the state can start reopening businesses, a top Mayo Clinic doctor said his team can meet that capacity, and then some.
A man died Sunday in southern Minnesota after he crashed into a plow truck parked on the side of a highway.
The city of Rochester announced on Tuesday a new small business grant program in collaboration with Destination Medical Center.
A crash in southern Minnesota on Sunday morning left one man dead and three people injured.
Prosecutors say Dr. Muhammad Masood told others that he pledged his allegiance to the Islamic State group and wanted to carry out "lone wolf" attacks in the United States.
The deferment will begin next Tuesday at all Mayo Clinic locations nationwide. Patients will be contacted if their appointment times have changed.
Mayo Clinic officials say 360 prospective students were accidentally sent acceptance letters via email Thursday to the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Rochester.
Each charge that she faces carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine.
Salley faces up to 40 years in prison if convicted.
Authorities have identified the man shot and killed Friday afternoon just outside the campus of Rochester Community and Technical College.
Police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened Friday just outside of Rochester Community and Technical College's campus.
Damian Lapoint, 26, was driving the snowmobile early Sunday morning when it struck a creek bed northwest of St. Ansgar.
The state tournament wrapped up this weekend in adapted soccer -- and we saw a first-round upset Friday night.
The Olmsted County History Center in Rochester is getting people in the Halloween spirit -- while also making their skin crawl.
The complaint says that Rochester Police officers were sent to an apartment on the 200 block of 1st Street Northeast the evening of October 2 on a welfare check.
Rochester police say a 28-year-old man is in custody after a woman walking with five young children was stabbed Tuesday afternoon.
Three Minnesota cities have been named some of the best places to live in the country.
Though the metro has already seen much of the smoke from northern wildfires clear, areas up north are still experiencing hazardous or very unhealthy air quality.
WCCO Investigates has learned a state watchdog is taking a closer look at the community's concerns surrounding pollution problems at a battery recycling plant and the state agency that oversees it.
President Trump delivered a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House. Here are the facts behind some of his claims.
Minneapolis police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Minneapolis on Thursday afternoon.
In this week's Talking Points, some warn that this endorsement could destroy the GOP's chances of winning up and down the ballot, including among Republicans.
WCCO Investigates has learned a state watchdog is taking a closer look at the community's concerns surrounding pollution problems at a battery recycling plant and the state agency that oversees it.
Minneapolis police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Minneapolis on Thursday afternoon.
In this week's Talking Points, some warn that this endorsement could destroy the GOP's chances of winning up and down the ballot, including among Republicans.
The advice is to stay inside when air quality turns hazardous, but that's not an option for many outdoor workers.
The Minneapolis City Council approved a major redesign of Lyndale Avenue South on Thursday.
In this week's Talking Points, some warn that this endorsement could destroy the GOP's chances of winning up and down the ballot, including among Republicans.
It's Tyler Larson's first year running a spray drone. On Thursday morning, he was applying fungicide to a soybean field near Owatonna, Minnesota.
The advice is to stay inside when air quality turns hazardous, but that's not an option for many outdoor workers.
Events and other scheduled outdoor activities are being canceled across Minnesota Thursday as hazardous wildfire smoke continues to pour down from the north amid an extreme heat warning.
With air quality in the Twin Cities hitting historically hazardous levels, the Animal Humane Society is reminding residents to keep an eye on their pets.
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.
Two of the decedents were members of the Wabasha Fire Department, the chief confirmed.
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.
Francesca Hong has not backed away from calls to defund and abolish the police, raise taxes on the wealthy, and create a state-owned bank — positions now facing voters in a state Trump has carried twice.
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.
In a primetime address, President Trump took to the airwaves to allege interference in the 2020 election from China — an accusation that Beijing and U.S. intelligence agencies have contradicted.
President Trump delivered a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House. Here are the facts behind some of his claims.
In this week's Talking Points, some warn that this endorsement could destroy the GOP's chances of winning up and down the ballot, including among Republicans.
The Minneapolis City Council approved a major redesign of Lyndale Avenue South on Thursday.
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday rejected a contract that would allow the police department to use drones to respond to emergencies.
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.
Insurance experts say hail damage claims that once averaged $10,000–$15,000 now routinely reach $40,000–$60,000, even as many policies have shifted away from full replacement coverage.
Hundreds of workers, employed by Delaware North Company to serve food and drinks, say they are fighting for livable wages and healthcare benefits.
Minneapolis police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Minneapolis on Thursday afternoon.
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday rejected a contract that would allow the police department to use drones to respond to emergencies.
Court documents show Kendra Johnson was sentenced to more than 5 years in prison and Erling Holdahl was sentenced to more than 12 years in prison.
A man pleaded guilty Wednesday to wire fraud in a scheme prosecutors said bilked a now-defunct Minnesota housing program out of millions of dollars.
A federal agent in Minnesota who pleaded guilty to transporting child sexual abuse material was sentenced Wednesday to seven years in prison.
The advice is to stay inside when air quality turns hazardous, but that's not an option for many outdoor workers.
The Target USA Cup, the largest youth soccer tournament in the Western Hemisphere, is suspended Thursday in the Twin Cities due to hazardous air quality from northern wildfires.
A state law passed last year directed the state Department of Health to create materials on "recognizing the signs of physical abuse in infants and how to report suspected physical abuse of infants" and make them available online.
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
An air quality alert will expire at 11 a.m. for most of the state, though the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency said it will continue through Friday and into the weekend in the northeastern corner.
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.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
A St. Paul, Minnesota, neighborhood that has struggled to keep businesses might be turning a corner.
It's another action-packed weekend here in Minnesota, featuring hot dogs, book fairs, community celebrations and more.
The Target USA Cup, the largest youth soccer tournament in the Western Hemisphere, is suspended Thursday in the Twin Cities due to hazardous air quality from northern wildfires.
Kayla McBride scored 24 for her fifth straight 20-point performance, Courtney Williams added 19 points, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Los Angeles Sparks 96-87 for their fourth straight victory.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Suni Lee is making a run at a third Olympics.
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.
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.
Mike Lindell, who leads the Minnesota Republican gubernatorial primary at 27%, is proposing conditional non-resident visas for undocumented immigrants with no criminal record — a position that differs from the Trump administration's approach.
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.
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.
Skip the latest fad diet. The best way to manage your weight might already be sitting on your plate.
There's no doubt your air conditioning unit is working overtime this week as oppressive heat blankets Minnesota.
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.
Though the metro has already seen much of the smoke from northern wildfires clear, areas up north are still experiencing hazardous or very unhealthy air quality.
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.
The Twin Cities area remains under an extreme heat warning and air quality alert Friday morning.
The air quality improves by Friday morning, but temperatures will remain hot with a feels-like temperature pushing 100 degrees. Chief meteorologist Chris Shaffer shares how hot the next few days will be and when we could see a slight dip in temps.
The advice is to stay inside when air quality turns hazardous, but that's not an option for many outdoor workers.
There's so much to do this weekend in Minnesota, from festivals to art fairs.
In a primetime address, President Trump took to the airwaves to allege interference in the 2020 election from China — an accusation that Beijing and U.S. intelligence agencies have contradicted.
The Twin Cities area remains under an extreme heat warning and air quality alert Friday morning.
The air quality improves by Friday morning, but temperatures will remain hot with a feels-like temperature pushing 100 degrees. Chief meteorologist Chris Shaffer shares how hot the next few days will be and when we could see a slight dip in temps.
Independent review of Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's pollution notification in Eagan.