'It's Really Hard And Really Tiring': COVID Surge Taking Large Toll On Rural Minnesota Hospitals
Climbing COVID-19 cases are taking a toll on small Minnesota hospitals. Doctors in some rural parts of the state says it's the worst they've seen it.
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1 Dead, 3 Injured In Sauk Centre ATV Crash
One person has died in a fatal all-terrain vehicle crash on the Wobegon Trail in Sauk Centre Sunday evening.
Back Together: 30,000 Expected At Stearns County Fair This Weekend
This is the 119th year of the Stearns County Fair. Admission is free for the Stearns County Fair and each year they estimate that about 30,000 people walk through their gates.
Ryan Kellen Gets 21 Years In Prison For Firing Gun During Sauk Centre Standoff
A judge has sentenced a man to 21 years in jail for firing a gun at a Humvee loaded with police officers during a standoff in Sauk Centre last year.
1 Dead In Head-On Semi, Pickup Truck Crash On I-94
Investigators say that the pickup truck was going the wrong way on the eastbound lanes of I-94.
4 Killed, Including 2 Pedestrians, In Separate Sunday Morning Crashes Across Minnesota; Hit-And-Run Driver Sought
Four people were killed in separate crashes on Minnesota roads Sunday morning -- two of whom were pedestrians.
'Pretty Gross' Green Algae Blooms Impacting Lakes In Central, Northern Minnesota
Whether you happen to be casting a line or kayaking, the algae on some lakes and rivers this summer is like a greenish gruel.
Man Charged In Sauk Centre Standoff, Shooting SWAT Vehicle With Officers Inside
A 27-year-old Sauk Centre man faces multiple charges accusing him of domestic assault and shooting at a SWAT vehicle containing police officers during a standoff Sunday.
Sauk Centre Man, 27, In Custody After Domestic Assault-Related Standoff Where He Fired At SWAT Van
Sauk Centre police say a man is in custody after a standoff that lasted several hours Sunday.
Ramsey Olson Gets 15 Years And 9 Months For Fleeing Police, Shooting Officer With Bow And Arrow
Deputy Paul Orvis was shot in the forearm. The injury required surgery.
Officers Injured While Making Arrest In Sauk Centre
Two Sauk Centre police officers were treated for minor injuries following a confrontation with an armed suspect Saturday night. The police department said around 5:30 p.m., officers saw a man they recognizes from a prior Stearns County warrant.
Man, 25, Killed In Stearns County Crash
A 25-year-old Sauk Centre man died Monday after being ejected from his vehicle on Highway 71.
Charges For Man Who Shot Sauk Centre Deputy With Arrow
The Stearns County Attorney's Office charged Ramey Olson with five felonies including theft, burglary and three counts of assault against a police officer.
Officers Named In Shooting Of Deputy Arrow Assault Suspect
Both officers are on standard administrative leave.
Police Identify Suspect, Officers In Sauk Centre Shooting
A man who shot an officer with a bow and arrow Thursday in Sauk Centre has been identified, as well as the police officers who returned fire during the incident.
Officer Shot With Arrow In Sauk Centre, Suspect In Custody
A Stearns County Sheriff's deputy is recovering after being shot by a stolen bow and arrow during a standoff in Sauk Centre.
Truck Loaded With Over 17,000 Baby Turkeys Crashes in Stearns County
William Joseph Taylor Anderson, 25, of Vining, was driving a conventional truck loaded with 17,100 baby turkeys in crates when he drove southbound on County Road 26 through a stop sign.
Ex-School Bus Driver Pleads Guilty To Driving Children While Drunk
A former Sauk Centre school bus driver has pleaded guilty to driving a bus full of children while he was drunk.
Fatal Plane Crash Reported In Sauk Centre
On Wednesday morning, authorities said the plane was found located south of the airport, in a field east of Highway 71.
Man Struck & Killed By Train In Morrison County
A 34-year-old old Sauk Centre man is dead after he was struck by a train in Morrison County Wednesday morning.
Oregon Inmate Who Removed GPS Bracelet Found In Minnesota
An Oregon inmate wanted after he cut off his GPS monitoring bracelet and didn't return to a community corrections center has been arrested in Minnesota.
State Patrol Investigating Fatal Semi Crash In Central Minnesota
Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a fatal crash after a semi truck went off the road in central Minnesota Saturday.
Man Cited With Driving 111 MPH In 60 MPH Zone
A Sauk Center man was taken into custody after allegedly driving nearly twice the speed limit in a 60 mph zone early Thursday. The Stearns County Sheriff's Office says that they pulled over a vehicle traveling north on Highway 71 near County Road 187 just after midnight.
Finding Minnesota: Honesty On The Farm
Even with the reputation of being friendly and honest, most Minnesotans are still a little cautious in terms of how much they trust people. That is why a well-stocked indoor farmers market near Sauk Centre seems unusual in 2015. It is virtually unsupervised, unlocked and unprotected, 24 hours a day.
Dover-Etoya Snaps Sauk Centre Winning Streak 71-58 In 2A Championship
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Minnesotans can now get rebates up to $1,500 for e-bikes
A new program may save you money if you're in the market for a bicycle with a battery-powered boost.
Youth shot dead in Minneapolis' McKinley neighborhood, police say
Minneapolis police say a boy is dead following a shooting on Memorial Day evening in the McKinley neighborhood.
Lewis has 4 RBIs in season debut, Jeffers homers in 10th to give Twins 7-5 win over Astros
Rookie Royce Lewis homered with four RBIs in his season debut and Ryan Jeffers hit a two-run shot in the 10th inning to give the Minnesota Twins a 7-5 win over the Houston Astros Monday.
Owner of one of the Twin Cities' largest trees prepares to move to retirement home
Sunny Sonnheim's house gets an awful lot of shade. That's because tucked away in the backyard of her White Bear Lake home looms a giant cottonwood tree.
Minnesotans find tranquility on Memorial Day in cemeteries, not on the lake
According to a congressional report, about 19,000 servicemen and women from Minnesota are considered casualties of America's foreign wars.
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Youth shot dead in Minneapolis' McKinley neighborhood, police say
Minneapolis police say a boy is dead following a shooting on Memorial Day evening in the McKinley neighborhood.
Owner of one of the Twin Cities' largest trees prepares to move to retirement home
Sunny Sonnheim's house gets an awful lot of shade. That's because tucked away in the backyard of her White Bear Lake home looms a giant cottonwood tree.
Minnesotans find tranquility on Memorial Day in cemeteries, not on the lake
According to a congressional report, about 19,000 servicemen and women from Minnesota are considered casualties of America's foreign wars.
Firefighters battle two Cottage Grove house fires at the same time
No one was hurt in either fire, but one firefighter was treated for a heat-related health issue.
U of M grad's Whale Seeker named among world's top 10 AI projects for sustainable development
What Whale Seeker actually does may blow your mind -- among other things, the technology uses AI software to detect whales, using aerial images alone. Whale Seeker is the brainchild of University of Minnesota graduate Emily Charry Tisser.
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Minnesotans find tranquility on Memorial Day in cemeteries, not on the lake
According to a congressional report, about 19,000 servicemen and women from Minnesota are considered casualties of America's foreign wars.
Family that lost everything in Lake Howard fire thanks community for support
Homeowners who lost everything explain why they're remaining positive despite this devastating fire.
Howard Lake fire damages historic church and two homes
A fire in Howard Lake Sunday damaged two homes and a historic church, the chief of the town's fire department said.
MPCA issues air quality alert Sunday and Monday for central and SE Minnesota
Central and southeastern Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, will be under an air quality alert Sunday through Monday due to high levels of ground-level ozone.
With lower water levels, crews search along Mississippi River in Winona for Madeline Kingsbury
The search for a missing Minnesota mother continued Saturday, nearly two months after her disappearance.
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Minnesotans enjoy beautiful, rain-free Memorial Day weekend for 1st time in 16 years
Picture-perfect weather continues this Memorial Day weekend. It's an opportunity not lost on us in Minnesota and western Wisconsin, as this is typically one of the wettest times of the year.
Protester involved in pulling down abolitionist's statue in Wisconsin gets 6 months in jail
A man who drove the car that helped pull down the statue of a Civil War hero and abolitionist outside of the Wisconsin state Capitol during a night of protests in 2020 has been sentenced to six months in jail.
Wisconsin trial over fake electors set to start just before 2024 presidential election
A jury trial in a lawsuit seeking $2.4 million in damages from Republicans who attempted to cast Wisconsin's 10 electoral votes for Donald Trump in 2020 even though he lost is scheduled to begin just two months before the 2024 presidential election.
Wisconsin budget committee rejects Evers' plan to make tax agents permanent
The Wisconsin Legislature's budget-writing committee has rejected Gov. Tony Evers' plan to make permanent nearly 40 revenue agent positions who are meant to enforce the state's tax laws.
Wisconsin lawmaker says his bar where overdose victims bought drugs isn't "bad establishment"
Police in Wisconsin say drugs laced with fentanyl that killed one person and caused three more to overdose were purchased at a bar owned by a state lawmaker.
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Sen. Klobuchar explains why she's voting to raise debt ceiling
Both the U.S. House and Senate are expected to vote as soon as Wednesday on a deal reached over the weekend to raise the U.S. debt ceiling.
Gov. Tim Walz to sign recreational cannabis bill into law Tuesday
Gov. Tim Walz says he will sign the bill legalizing recreational cannabis use, and expunging low-level cannabis convictions, Tuesday at noon.
Still unclear how Minnesota delegation will vote in U.S. debt ceiling deal
The deal was reportedly worked out over the weekend by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and the White House. It includes restarting student loan debt payments, which have been on hold since the pandemic and will start up again in August.
Biden honors troops' sacrifice on Memorial Day
President Biden went to Arlington National Cemetery to laud the sacrifice of generations of U.S. troops who died fighting for their country.
Debt ceiling deal's next steps — getting it through Congress
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden will now have to sell their debt ceiling deal to lawmakers.
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Minnesotans can now get rebates up to $1,500 for e-bikes
A new program may save you money if you're in the market for a bicycle with a battery-powered boost.
Gov. Tim Walz to sign recreational cannabis bill into law Tuesday
Gov. Tim Walz says he will sign the bill legalizing recreational cannabis use, and expunging low-level cannabis convictions, Tuesday at noon.
Boaters enjoying lower gas prices on Memorial Day weekend
As boaters prepare to fill up, they're finding some good news at the pumps – if they can even get to the pumps yet.
State rebate program could get Minnesotans up to $1,500 for e-bike purchase
Minnesotans who buy an e-bike could soon get a rebate of up to $1,500 due to a bill passed at the legislature this session.
New daily train line between Twin Cities and Duluth is set for construction
The captivating beauty of Minnesota's North Shore is set to become even more accessible with the Northern Lights Express. The line goes from the Twin Cities to the Twin Ports, with stops in Minneapolis, Coon Rapids, Cambridge, Hinckley, and Superior, Wisconsin.
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Youth shot dead in Minneapolis' McKinley neighborhood, police say
Minneapolis police say a boy is dead following a shooting on Memorial Day evening in the McKinley neighborhood.
2 youths in custody after 18-year-old shot in Robbinsdale
An 18-year-old man is fighting for his life after a shooting on Memorial Day in the north metro.
2 arrested after "traffic altercation" leads to assault in Brooklyn Park, police say
A traffic altercation in Brooklyn Park Sunday led to an assault and two arrests, police said.
2 women stabbed near downtown Minneapolis
Minneapolis police are investigating after two women were stabbed near downtown Minneapolis.
Thieves ram northeast Minneapolis tobacco shop with vehicle before robbing it
Police say thieves rammed a car into a northeast Minneapolis tobacco shop early Sunday in order to gain access to the shop and rob it.
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Gov. Tim Walz to sign recreational cannabis bill into law Tuesday
Gov. Tim Walz says he will sign the bill legalizing recreational cannabis use, and expunging low-level cannabis convictions, Tuesday at noon.
Good Question: Why are people using diabetes medication to lose weight?
You may have seen videos on TikTok or heard celebrities talking about Ozempic or Wegovy. They're medications used to treat diabetes. And now, for a lot of users, to lose weight.
Leukemia survivor Alexa Score, of Spring Lake, surfs to save others' lives
Score graduated high school early, and at 17, moved to Florida with her older sister. At 21, she turned pro. Score spent six years in the sport, earning a top 10 ranking among female professional wakeboarders in the world.
What will Minnesota lawmakers do for an encore in 2024 after momentous 2023 legislative session?
House Speaker Melissa Hortman, of Brooklyn Park, said that Democrats came into the session with seven big issues that they had developed over the previous three election cycles: education, health care, an economy that works for everyone, climate action, reproductive freedom, preventing gun violence and protecting democracy.
Rice County officials warn of health effects from landfill fire
Officials in southern Minnesota say a fire at a landfill may cause adverse effects to the health of both residents and the environment.
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WGA asks Tony-nominated members not to attend Tony Awards
The WGA has already said it won't picket the Tonys after organizers agreed to host an unscripted ceremony.
"The Little Mermaid" dominates at the box office
The live-action remake of the 1989 Disney classic exceeded other box office hits and new releases on Memorial Day weekend.
Students finding their rhythm in life with Rondo school's rap program
In the Rondo neighborhood of St. Paul, an out of the box lesson plan has turned into something really special.
Yacht rock season is here: WCCO's favorite tunes for smooth sailing into summer
With the arrival of the Memorial Day weekend and, with it, the unofficial start of the summer season in Minnesota, we thought it best to don our captain's hat and set sail.
Sole "Survivor" Yam Yam Arocho reflects on tough competition
The 44th season of Survivor came to a close Wednesday night and one of the three finalists is from Minnesota.
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Lewis has 4 RBIs in season debut, Jeffers homers in 10th to give Twins 7-5 win over Astros
Rookie Royce Lewis homered with four RBIs in his season debut and Ryan Jeffers hit a two-run shot in the 10th inning to give the Minnesota Twins a 7-5 win over the Houston Astros Monday.
Young scores 23, Gray adds 19 points and 10 assists; Aces beat Lynx 94-73
Jackie Young scored 23 points, including four 3-pointers, Chelsea Gray added 19 points and 10 assists and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Minnesota Lynx 94-73.
United 2 goalkeeper Will Pulisic is much more than the name he shares with famous cousin
Minnesota United's second team hosts a number of talented footballers who are working to earn their biggest break yet.
Twins to call up Royce Lewis a year after ACL injury
The Minnesota Twins have lost eight of 10 series in May with a lineup that's been limping along lately with a spate of injuries and too many strikeouts.
Blue Jays beat Twins 3-0 on Berríos' pitching, Kirk's hitting, Varsho's fielding
José Berríos pitched around a season-high five walks and into the sixth inning for Toronto to beat his old team as the Blue Jays blanked the Minnesota Twins 3-0 for their first series win in four tries.
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Talking Points: Attorney General Keith Ellison pens book about Chauvin trial
In his new book, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison writes about the high-stakes prosecution of former police officer Derek Chauvin, the officer convicted of murdering George Floyd.
Requests from other prosecutors inspired AG Ellison's book on Chauvin trial
The attorney general and his book are already being sought out by other prosecutors handling police abuse cases.
Talking Points: What's changed since George Floyd's murder
On the third anniversary of George Floyd's murder, Esme Murphy spoke with key players to reflect on what has and has not changed since May 25, 2020.
George Floyd murdered 3 years ago this week
Floyd's death under the knee of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin not only changed our community but it changed the nation.
Talking Points: Breaking down the state election results (part 3)
On the third anniversary of George Floyd's murder, Esme Murphy spoke with key players to reflect on what has and has not changed since May 25, 2020. Murphy asked Local civil rights attorney and activist Nekima Levy Armstrong if she's seen change and asked what still needs to be done. Murphy also checked in with Floyd's long-time girlfriend Courteney Ross.
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Two mansions of Minnesota lumber barons a popular destination for reunions, weddings
Imagine spending the night in a turn-of-the-century lumber baron's mansion. Well, now you can do exactly that.
Iron ore and baseball celebrated at Chisholm's Minnesota Museum of Mining
"Chisholm is kind of one of those amazing places that believes in itself no matter what. And they never say die," said Carol Borich.
The awe-inspiring Minneapolis water tower protected by 8-ton stone guardians
Minnesota has plenty of wacky water towers. But there's one in Minneapolis that's all about architecture and art.
Finding Minnesota: Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens & the Big Bopper live on in Montevideo
In the late 1950s, there were no bigger names in music than Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper, and Ritchie Valens. So when the teen idols announced they were coming to Montevideo as part of their Winter Dance tour, locals were gearing up.
Minnesota's landlocked town of Willernie once drew gangsters, funseekers
If you've never heard of the town of Willernie, you're not alone, even though it's located in the middle of Washington County. But between famous gangsters and a famous amusement park, Willernie has quite the history.
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Good Question: Why are people using diabetes medication to lose weight?
You may have seen videos on TikTok or heard celebrities talking about Ozempic or Wegovy. They're medications used to treat diabetes. And now, for a lot of users, to lose weight.
Why is loneliness bad for our health? And how can we help ourselves and others?
As the country navigates the end of a pandemic, the U.S. surgeon general said Americans are suffering from an epidemic: Loneliness.
How does AAA calculate travel projections?
AAA projects that 42.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles over Memorial Day weekend, which is a very specific number.
Twin Cities rush hour more unpredictable than it was pre-pandemic
The pandemic changed just about everything in our lives, including traffic. Marie from Little Canada wanted to know, "when is the actual rush hour these days?" Good Question.
How should we clean a grill? And how often should we do it?
Jeff Wagner gets his hands dirty for this one.
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Minnesota Fishing Opener 2023
Many WCCO viewers across the state Saturday took part in the unofficial start to Minnesota summer -- the fishing opener.
Gallery: Joe Kapp, former Vikings QB who led team to first Super Bowl, dies at 85
Joe Kapp, the quarterback who led the Minnesota Vikings to their first Super Bowl appearance, has reportedly died. Kapp played three seasons with the Vikings, amassing a 23-12-3 record. He captained the Vikings to Super Bowl IV, which they lost 23-7 to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Former President Trump's arraignment draws protesters, heightened security in NYC
Crowds gathered both to support and protest against former President Donald Trump as he was expected to surrender to authorities in appear in court in Lower Manhattan for the first time to face criminal charges, a historic first .
New foods unveiled at Target Field
The first home game of the Twins season is almost here. For the 2023 season, the Twins have eight local vendors serving food at Target Field this year as part of their Minnesota Made program.
Northern Lights over Minnesota: March 23, 2023
Many WCCO viewers shared stunning photos of Thursday night's Northern Lights, which could be seen practically across the entire state of Minnesota.
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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report from May 29, 2023
Isolated thundershowers will return to the Twin Cities Tuesday, including a chance for some localized large hail.
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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.
NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report from May 29, 2023
Much of Minnesota will be under the threat of isolated hail Tuesday.
NEXT Weather: 5 p.m. forecast from May 29, 2023
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says that we could see multiple 90-degree days during the coming week.
Many are oh-so-ready for the kickoff to summer
WCCO's Derek James headed to downtown Hudson to see how people were taking advantage of some rare weather during the day off.
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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report from May 29, 2023
Isolated thundershowers will return to the Twin Cities Tuesday, including a chance for some localized large hail.
Good Question: How did Memorial Day start?
Many families traditionally spend Memorial Day weekend grilling out or heading to the lake – and the true meaning of the holiday can be forgotten.
Minnesotans can now get rebates up to $1,500 for e-bikes
A new program may save you money if you're in the market for a bicycle with a battery-powered boost.
Firefighters battle two Cottage Grove house fires at the same time
Firefighters from several agencies battled two house fires in Cottage Grove simultaneously this Memorial Day.
Just days after buying first home, Howard Lake woman loses it all to fire
A quick-moving fire that spread from multiple homes to a historic church west of the Twin Cities is now bringing a community together to support one another.