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The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota has treated over 22,000 wildlife patients so far in 2025, surpassing last year's total back in September. A $15 million expansion project is underway.
WCCO's Frank Vascellaro and Amelia Santaniello share the latest news headlines and updates from Wednesday afternoon.
Investigators say the 15-month-old girl fell more than two stories from the family's apartment.
A man accused of repeatedly stabbing his boss at a Roseville, Minnesota, gas station says "he heard a voice" tell him to do it, according to charging documents filed Thursday.
The attack happened at about 3:40 p.m. Tuesday at the business near Cleveland Avenue and County Road D. Police said a 911 caller reported two men were fighting inside, and one was armed with a knife.
A man is in "stable but serious condition" after he was stabbed multiple times in the neck Tuesday inside a gas station in Roseville, Minnesota, according to police.
The last suspect at large following a Twin Cities armed robbery spree that led to a countywide crime alert on Sunday is now in custody, according to the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office.
A ruthless robbery in Ramsey County ends with three arrests. According to police, three men went on a crime spree over the weekend, robbing convenience stores. Two of the suspects were arrested earlier this week. The third one wasn't found until Wednesday. Reg Chapman is here with the story, and you'll never believe where police found that third suspect.
The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office is asking for help finding a violent robbery suspect.
We have new details after an emergency alert went out to some phones across Ramsey County on Sunday. It was triggered by a string of armed robberies. WCCO's Ashley Grams tracked down what happened.
A man violating a no-contact order fled a traffic stop before becoming trapped in a swamp in a Twin Cities suburb Thursday, necessitating a rescue that ended in his arrest, police say.
A man violating a no-contact order fled a traffic stop before becoming trapped in a swamp in a Twin Cities suburb Thursday, necessitating a rescue that ended in his arrest, police say.
Officers responded to a call about shots being fired around 4 a.m.
One person is in custody following an hourslong standoff at an apartment complex in Roseville, Minnesota, Thursday morning.
One person is in custody following an hourslong standoff at an apartment complex in Roseville, Minnesota, Thursday morning.
Roseville police say someone fired a gun inside Coventry Apartments off Ashbury Street early Thursday morning and they are now barricaded inside.
New dashcam video shows an intense police pursuit across the east Twin Cities metro on July 19, 2025, which ended in two arrests.
Portions of two highways in the Twin Cities were closed Wednesday morning for "police investigation activity," officials said.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension canceled an alert for the 16-year-old on Monday morning.
From a young age, Greta Myers had dreams of being an Olympian. She just didn't know what sport would take her there.
A big wave of Vietnamese people immigrated to Minnesota following the end of the war in 1975. Nowadays, community members are diligently striving to ensure that their language and culture remain vibrant and enduring for generations to come.
A big wave of Vietnamese people immigrated to Minnesota following the end of the war in 1975. Nowadays, community members are diligently striving to ensure that their language and culture remain vibrant and enduring for generations to come.
In the back of Beloved Studios in Roseville, Minnesota, JC Stroebel and Jesse George are equal parts tattoo artist and superfan.
It's Game 2 in the Timberwolves' best-of-seven series against the LA Lakers. The players and coaches aren't the only ones prepping for the playoffs. Adam Duxter takes us to Roseville, where a postseason tradition is back in a big way.
A man from Roseville, Minnesota, was rescued from his sinking car after driving into a lake. Unfortunately, the outcome of the crash was not what neighbors were hoping for.
It's been just over two months since the Annunciation school shooting and families continue navigating the unforeseen aftermath.
Video shows traumatic moments for a teenager in Northfield, MN as ICE agents detain his father Tuesday afternoon.
More than 2.2 million vehicles have already been repossessed this year, a number expected to climb past 3 million by the end of 2025, in line with the Great Recession.
An effort to force a House vote on compelling the Justice Department to release materials related to Jeffrey Epstein secured the final signature it needed Wednesday.
A medical examiner found no evidence of foul play in the death of a central Minnesota man whose remains were found in a submerged car nearly 60 years after his disappearance.
It's been just over two months since the Annunciation school shooting and families continue navigating the unforeseen aftermath.
Video shows traumatic moments for a teenager in Northfield, MN as ICE agents detain his father Tuesday afternoon.
The man accused of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses was back in federal court Wednesday morning.
A Minneapolis man will spend nearly 20 years behind bars for raping a woman in 2013. It's a case that was solved by Hennepin County's Sexual Assault Kit Initiative team.
The Mounds View High School teacher was arrested at his home in Minneapolis, the sheriff's office said, and he's being held at the Ramsey County Jail. He has not yet been formally charged.
Video shows traumatic moments for a teenager in Northfield, MN as ICE agents detain his father Tuesday afternoon.
A medical examiner found no evidence of foul play in the death of a central Minnesota man whose remains were found in a submerged car nearly 60 years after his disappearance.
A man is accused of killing a co-worker with a sledgehammer at a food and dairy processing facility in central Minnesota.
Police say a man in his 20s is dead and another is in custody following a shooting in southern Minnesota Sunday morning.
The cultural and social tradition of the Minnesota deer opener dates back generations, and a twist in one town is connecting generations in a whole new way.
At 108, he was the oldest living Merchant Marine in the world.
A woman was found dead after a mobile home fire in western Wisconsin last week.
Minnesota was one of 25 states that sued the Trump administration in the fight for food assistance, as more than 440,000 residents rely on the program.
Some people were treated to an astral spectacle late Wednesday night, as a "fireball meteor" flashed across the night sky in parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' sweeping plan for overhauling the state's aging prison system is moving forward with bipartisan support despite complaints from Republican lawmakers that their concerns were not being addressed.
When you think of college roommates, you likely think of a couple of young adults making their way through school and fun. But there's a Twin Cities residence that's completely rethinking the concept of co-ed living, and it's turned into a life-giving project.
Activists joined the families of Mariah Samuels and Allison Lussier in front of the Hennepin County Government Center Thursday afternoon. They say Minneapolis police and others didn't do enough to keep their loved ones safe.
A Lakeville family has turned their driveway into a small, free food pantry. It's a place where anyone can stop by and grab fresh produce and staples with no questions asked.
At Lock and Dam Eatery, the restaurant will soon be serving a different kind of meal, meant to ease the burden of hunger.
"We're keeping it alive. We're speaking it with each other, and we're encouraging more families to come together," said Dakota language teacher Nichole Subola.
A trial date is still up in the air for Vance Boelter, the man charged with killing Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, as well as wounding state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, in June.
An effort to force a House vote on compelling the Justice Department to release materials related to Jeffrey Epstein secured the final signature it needed Wednesday.
The man accused of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses was back in federal court Wednesday morning.
The man charged with shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses was back in court for a fairly routine status hearing.
The three emails appear to be exchanges between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, as well as the author Michael Wolff and Epstein.
More than 2.2 million vehicles have already been repossessed this year, a number expected to climb past 3 million by the end of 2025, in line with the Great Recession.
A popular brand is making its sweet return to Minnesota on Wednesday.
The Trump administration is working on a plan for a 50-year mortgage, and Twin Cities real estate professionals say there are many pros and cons to consider.
There's an unexpected consequence inside the deal to end the federal government shutdown: making hemp products illegal.
Slime, that gooey, sticky and often-homemade plaything, was enshrined into the National Toy Hall of Fame on Thursday along with perennial bestselling games Battleship and Trivial Pursuit.
The man accused of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses was back in federal court Wednesday morning.
A man is accused of killing a co-worker with a sledgehammer at a food and dairy processing facility in central Minnesota.
A Minneapolis man will spend nearly 20 years behind bars for raping a woman in 2013. It's a case that was solved by Hennepin County's Sexual Assault Kit Initiative team.
A St. Paul, Minnesota, man is finally home from the hospital after he was shot and left lying in a parking lot by a violent carjacker.
One family is dealing with what they call a betrayal of their trust after learning their child care program was shut down for being unlicensed.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
M Health Fairview says over 100,000 patients with commercial plans from UnitedHealthcare may find themselves out of network come Jan. 1, 2026.
Minnesota leaders confirmed Saturday the state will issue full SNAP benefits for November to the 440,000 Minnesotans enrolled in wake of a federal court ruling ordering existing federal funds to be directed to the program.
One of the earliest surprises in parenthood can be learning the sex of your baby. There are tests to determine gender, but can your belly reveal the sex of your baby?
Minnesota's health insurance marketplace, known as MNsure, is now open for 2026 enrollment, officials said on Monday.
Slime, that gooey, sticky and often-homemade plaything, was enshrined into the National Toy Hall of Fame on Thursday along with perennial bestselling games Battleship and Trivial Pursuit.
Sally Kirkland was best known for sharing the screen with Paul Newman and Robert Redford in "The Sting" and her Oscar-nominated title role in the 1987 movie "Anna."
As "Purple Rain: The Musical" takes the stage in Minneapolis, fans can step outside the theater and into Prince's world.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
Collin Graf scored 2:41 into overtime and the surging San Jose Sharks came back to beat the Minnesota Wild 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Tomas Thrastarson's 19 points helped Washington State defeat St. Thomas-Minnesota 81-71 on Monday night.
Anthony Edwards had 35 points and six assists as the Timberwolves beat the Jazz 120-113 on Monday night for Minnesota's second win over Utah in four days.
This season for Minnesota was bound to test Kevin O'Connell.
Only one Tommie has either played or coached at every St. Thomas arena, and her name is Ruth Sinn. She's the head coach of the UST women's basketball team.
Buried in a torrent of election stories on Tuesday was the announcement by the legislative auditor that there were noncompliance issues found in its audit of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's office.
There was no outside polling during the election. So when state Rep. Kaohly Her defeated incumbent St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter, for many, it was a shock.
Local election results are also making headlines, from an upset in St. Paul to another term for the Minneapolis mayor.
Hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans are facing sticker shock as the enrollment period for health insurance on the state marketplace opened Nov 1.
Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota employers will expand paid family leave to nearly every employee.
Fall harvest means barns across the Midwest are a busy place — but for a central Minnesota woman, they aren't just farm buildings, they're works of art.
At one time, country schools were common in Minnesota. Over the decades, many were torn down as bigger schools were built — not in Otter Tail County.
Ramsey Park is so large some people call it "The Little Yellowstone of Minnesota." And it was actually a state park at one point. But in 1957, Redwood Falls acquired the land for $1 and then made a few changes.
In this edition of Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to one of the last limestone kilns in the state.
Earlier this month, many students went back to school after summer vacation, but in the town of McGregor, Minnesota it's always the first day of school.
According to the Minnesota Christmas Tree Association, 50% of their farms open before Thanksgiving, which used to be unheard of.
We're past our prime when it comes to fall colors. But for many, it's peak time for yardwork.
One of the earliest surprises in parenthood can be learning the sex of your baby. There are tests to determine gender, but can your belly reveal the sex of your baby?
It's a holiday enjoyed by many, but understood by few.
Anyone who has taken a walk lately may have noticed people wearing weighted vests.
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.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
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.
We will continue to warm through the rest of the week, with a chance to hit the 60s. We do start to cool down towards to the start of next week, but still above average. Chief meteorologist Chris Shaffer breaks it down and shares what the weekend will looks like.
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.
Highs will continue to climb Thursday in the Twin Cities, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
We should get an encore performance of the Aurora Wednesday night, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
A major warm-up will continue through Saturday, and there will be another chance to see the northern lights tonight.
We will continue to warm through the rest of the week, with a chance to hit the 60s. We do start to cool down towards to the start of next week, but still above average. Chief meteorologist Chris Shaffer breaks it down and shares what the weekend will looks like.
Two months after the shooting at Annunication Catholic School, families are still dealing the aftermath, including medical bills. A state program to help victims of crime is ready to help.
A man was sentenced Wednesday for a 2013 sexual assault.
Video shows a Minnesota man being detained by ICE agents in Northfield, Minnesota.
Highs will continue to climb Thursday in the Twin Cities, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.