Police: School Bus Collides With SUV In N. Mpls; No Kids Injured
Minneapolis police have responded to a crash involving a school bus Tuesday morning.
Minneapolis police have responded to a crash involving a school bus Tuesday morning.
A child was critically injured Thursday morning in St. Paul after being hit by a school bus.
Police in St. Paul are investigating after a 5-year-old girl was assaulted Monday morning as she waited at a bus stop.
St. Paul police say the driver of the school bus that careened down Minnehaha Avenue on Monday, sideswiping several cars and sending three people to the hospital, is believed to have fallen asleep at the wheel.
Two students and a teacher's aide are recovering Monday night after a school bus crash. The accident happened near the intersection of Birmingham and Minnehaha in St. Paul.
Four students from Zimmerman were taken to the hospital early Wednesday afternoon after their school bus rolled over on a snowy road in Hackensack. The Cass County Sheriff's Office says a bus with 52 sixth-grade students and four adults had almost arrived at Deep Portage Learning Center for a field trip when their bus went off the roadway on Nature Center Drive and overturned.
At least one person was killed in Le Sueur County in a crash near a school bus Tuesday morning. According to the Minnesota State Patriol, the crash happened at about 7:30 a.m. near Highway 13 and 380 Street, not far from Highway 99.
A 38-year-old Waterford man is charged with four felonies after authorities say he took painkillers and anti-anxiety medication within an hour of driving a school bus through a corn field.
A school bus driver in southeastern Wisconsin has been arrested on suspicion of OWI after driving the bus into a cornfield.
An Iowa school district had to dispatch a second bus and driver to pick up students because the first driver quit midway through her morning route.
Last year, the district's call center experienced problems with long wait times and some parents' questions left unanswered. This year, the number of call center staffers doubled from an average of eight to 16. Some also speak different languages to help address issues.
The head of a nonprofit says none of the children aboard a bus taking them to a Head Start program was seriously hurt when a car crashed head-on into the bus. In all, 16 people were injured in the crash.
Students and parents in Robbinsdale Area Schools are getting a hi-tech way to catch the school bus. The district is introducing a web-based GPS application called MyStop, which allows users to track a bus' route map in real time, and gives estimated arrival times for individual stops.
The grandfather of one of the kids caught on a runaway school bus says he can't believe no one was hurt. On Wednesday afternoon, dash cam video captured an Isle school bus driving erratically. At one point the bus goes in the ditch, and then somehow drives back out.
Eleven kids are OK after quick thinking stopped a runaway school bus Wednesday afternoon in Aitkin County. A sheriff's deputy spotted the bus weaving when the bus driver was having a medical emergency and couldn't pull over. "It was one of those things you don't see every day," Sheriff Scott Turner said.
Officials in northern Minnesota said state troopers had to use a tire deflation device on a school bus Wednesday afternoon after the driver suffered a medical emergency.
A school bus driver and a child were injured when a sedan crashed into their bus Tuesday morning in Hibbing. The crash happened just after 7 a.m. on Highway 5 near Townline Road, according to the Hibbing Fire Department.
Funeral services have been scheduled for the driver of a Larimore school bus who died when the bus collided with a freight train.
A car crash occurred between a car and school bus Friday afternoon in Anoka County, according to city officials. Anoka County officials said the bus was from the Oak Grove School District. The crash happened a little after 2:40 p.m. Friday.
A 48-year-old semi-truck driver is accused of illegally passing a school bus in a May incident where he nearly hit a girl getting on the bus in Kandiyohi County, according to court documents.
The young girl who was hit by a school bus in Otsego, Minn. on the last day of school has been listed in fair condition. Keira Devens, 6, was hit Thursday shortly after she exited the bus. It happened as the bus dropped students off at Padgett Avenue Northeast and 82nd Circle in Otsego.
The young girl nearly hit by a semi truck that illegally passed a school bus late last week said she's still shaken up from the incident. Sixth grader Alexis Schwartz said she's trying to keep her mind off last Friday's incident. "The semi came out of nowhere, almost like, just scared the heck out of me," she said.
The semi-truck driver who almost hit a sixth grader while illegally passing a school bus last week made contact with law enforcement officials just hours after authorities asked the public to help find out who was behind the wheel.
This time of year, you can hardly walk along a downtown Minneapolis street without running into a food truck. When the city passed an ordinance easing restrictions on these mobile restaurants the food truck phenomenon took off. But the restaurants themselves aren't the only ones seeing a boost.
A woman is in the hospital after being struck by a school bus in downtown Minneapolis early Thursday afternoon, according to police. Shortly after noon, the woman was hit by the bus near the intersection of 3rd Street North and 2nd Avenue North and was trapped underneath for a period of time.
One woman aspires to open the first black, woman-owned brewery in the state
Twins outfielder Byron Buxton returned from the 10-day injured list and is expected back in Minnesota's lineup after being sidelined the past two weeks with inflammation in his right knee.
Two Minneapolis police officers and a Brooklyn Center officer saw a doll inside a woman's home but falsely called it a baby in distress in order to break into and search the residence without a warrant, according to a lawsuit filed earlier this week.
A man died late Friday evening after he was shot at a light rail station in St. Paul.
José Ramírez homered with two outs in the eighth inning, sending the Cleveland Guardians to a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins in a game featuring the first infield shift violation this season.
One woman aspires to open the first black, woman-owned brewery in the state
Two Minneapolis police officers and a Brooklyn Center officer saw a doll inside a woman's home but falsely called it a baby in distress in order to break into and search the residence without a warrant, according to a lawsuit filed earlier this week.
A man died late Friday evening after he was shot at a light rail station in St. Paul.
Former President Trump wasn't the only politician busy in the Land of 10,000 Lakes as Governor Tim Walz signed six new bills into Minnesota law.
WCCO's Jason Rantala catches up with Minneapolis residents using today's heat as an excuse to take advantage of spring.
Former President Trump wasn't the only politician busy in the Land of 10,000 Lakes as Governor Tim Walz signed six new bills into Minnesota law.
Nearly 73 years after being wounded in the Korean War, Earl Meyer finally received a Purple Heart this afternoon.
Traveling across the world can get quite expensive, but Minnesota and areas in the upper midwest have gems that are just a car ride away.
Authorities in southwestern Minnesota are investigating a grain bin death earlier this week.
Police officers in the northwestern Minnesota city of Crookston fatally shot a man early Thursday morning who they say threatened them with a hatchet.
Wisconsin election officials have voted to provide more details to voters than normal to avoid confusion about a ballot that will have both a special and regular election for a vacant congressional seat.
After more than three decades, DNA researchers and authorities have identified a skeleton found in the chimney of a Madison, Wisconsin music store.
Twenty-four-year-old Madison Bergmann was charged earlier this month with first-degree child sexual assault with a child under 13 in regard to her relationship with a fifth-grade student at River Crest Elementary School in Hudson.
The moves come six months before the election and are just the latest examples of political jousting between Evers and the Legislature. Both are trying to use the stalemate over PFAS funding and other issues to their advantage in the November election
Police are searching for a criminal they say used a machete to rob a gas station near the University of Wisconsin-Stout.
One woman aspires to open the first black, woman-owned brewery in the state
In a protest through songs, more than 50 students gathered outside Hinckley-Finlayson High School Wednesday afternoon, demanding a reversal to a school board decision to take a traditional Native song out of this year's upcoming graduation ceremony.
While on his run, 74-year-old John suffered a heart attack. Craig Humpfer, a real estate appraiser, happened to be driving in the area and noticed him on the ground.
After a few years of trying, last summer, Ashley and Josh Zapata-Palmer knew they were ready to be parents and adoption was their best option.
A fire wiped out thousands of plants, putting one urban farmer on the verge of losing it all.
Former President Donald Trump had a crowd of 1,400 supporters cheering as he returned to Minnesota for the first time since losing the state in 2020.
Former President Trump wasn't the only politician busy in the Land of 10,000 Lakes as Governor Tim Walz signed six new bills into Minnesota law.
Nearly 73 years after being wounded in the Korean War, Earl Meyer finally received a Purple Heart this afternoon.
It's down to the wire at the state capitol where lawmakers have just a few days to finish their work. They must adjourn on Monday, which leaves a marathon weekend to try and finish their work.
A furry friend hung up her leash on Friday after using her nose to keep the Minnesota Capitol safe for eight years.
With just 45 days to go until Uber and Lyft plan to leave Minnesota, other rideshare companies are already rolling in with intentions of picking up the slack.
On Wednesday, Wridz joined MyWheels as one of Minneapolis's first newly licensed rideshare companies, aside from Uber and Lyft.
The school year hasn't even ended yet, and next year's graduating class is already booking their photo shoots for senior pictures.
Rural Minnesotans say they're getting hit hard by what they call a "chaotic" health care scene.
The red-hot Minnesota Timberwolves are back home on Friday to take on the Denver Nuggets in game three of the Western Conference semifinal series — and tickets aren't cheap.
A man died late Friday evening after he was shot at a light rail station in St. Paul.
A Hennepin County deputy saw a person fire a gun in north Minneapolis on Friday morning, leading to a standoff outside a residence that was resolved when a teenager was arrested.
A man accused of killing two men inside a St. Paul sober living residence in 2022 is expected to enter a plea on Friday.
Whitter residents tell WCCO they are convinced that Thursday's deadly shooting in broad daylight near Lake Street and Blaisdell is tied to a recent encampment that now touches the walls of their homes.
A WCCO and CBS News investigation set out to look into what happens to police-issued guns once they're no longer needed. It turned out many of them were being sold or traded back into the market.
North Carolina Republicans are pushing forward with their plan to repeal a pandemic-era law, citing crime and recent campus protests.
With decades of experience healing the body, these two say this is the first step to healing the mind.
Both chambers debated until early Thursday morning with the House making some progress regarding changes to the paid family and medical leave bill that passed last year.
While on his run, 74-year-old John suffered a heart attack. Craig Humpfer, a real estate appraiser, happened to be driving in the area and noticed him on the ground.
A sweaty Sunday with temperatures pushing into the 80s might have forced many people to hit the showers. And for some, it could have been their second go 'round for the day.
Smith Park in Bloomington is home to a new kind of playground to test your ninja skills — no matter your age.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
Guests will spend the night in The Kid's bedroom, enjoy "rare and special" Prince tracks and receive a private tour of the house featuring Prince's real-life personal items, according to Airbnb listing.
More than 900 shows will take place throughout the fair's 12 days.
There's no place like home, and the ruby red slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz" could soon have a new one in Minnesota.
José Ramírez homered with two outs in the eighth inning, sending the Cleveland Guardians to a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins in a game featuring the first infield shift violation this season.
The Minnesota Timberwolves forced a Game 7 matchup against the defending NBA champion Denver Nuggets — and Anthony Edwards says he predicted it.
All high school hockey players in the United States will have to wear neck protectors next season in the aftermath of a Minnesotan's death.
Footage showed top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler handcuffed and walking toward a police car in the morning darkness. He later teed off at the PGA Championship.
Minnesota Timberwolves delivered a flawless 115-70 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night to force a Game 7 in a roller-coaster playoff matchup.
In 2020, then President Donald Trump promised that if he lost he would never come back. Now, he'll return to Minnesota Friday for one of the biggest fundraisers of the year for the Minnesota GOP. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at Trump's goal of winning our state.
Internal Republican polling shows Minnesota is up for grabs, and Minnesota's 10 electoral college votes could be critical in the upcoming election.
While on the campaign trail in 2020, then President Donald Trump promised that if he lost Minnesota* he would never come back. Four years later, Trump will be back Friday to headline one of the biggest fundraisers of the year for the Minnesota GOP, the Lincoln Reagan dinner in St. Paul. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Hamline Professor David Schultz about Trump's ongoing legal battles.
While on the campaign trail in 2020, then President Donald Trump promised that if he lost Minnesota* he would never come back. Four years later, Trump will be back Friday to headline one of the biggest fundraisers of the year for the Minnesota GOP, the Lincoln Reagan dinner in St. Paul. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with political strategists Abou Amara, a democrat, and Amy Koch, a Republican.
While on the campaign trail in 2020, then President Donald Trump promised that if he lost Minnesota* he would never come back. Four years later, Trump will be back Friday to headline one of the biggest fundraisers of the year for the Minnesota GOP, the Lincoln Reagan dinner in St. Paul. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Professor Larry Jacobs about Trump's chances of winning Minnesota's electoral college.
It's a rite of spring in the town of Atwater. When the weather gets warm, the racers get racing. But at this track, the vehicle of choice is a go-kart and most of the competition is too young for a driver's license.
Minnesotans like to explore, and now they'll have a chance to step into caves that haven't been explored in half a century.
John Lauritsen looks at how a Breezy Point barn went from housing buffalo and cattle to hosting customers and wedding parties.
It's one of the few covered bridges remaining in the Midwest, and it's seen a lot of traffic over the years.
Decades ago, at an 88-acre pasture near Annandale, cars replaced cows and French Lake Auto Parts was born.
From Seattle in the Northwest, to across the world in Spain, and right back in Minnesota, the human collective looked north for a few nights as a massive light show performed for one of its largest audiences ever.
A sweaty Sunday with temperatures pushing into the 80s might have forced many people to hit the showers. And for some, it could have been their second go 'round for the day.
A survey by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service shows 1.7 million anglers went fishing in Minnesota in 2022. Of those, 69% were residents and 31% were from out of state.
A summer sausage is apparently what's propelled the Twins to 12 straight victories. So, why are athletes superstitious? Good Question.
Cameras are appearing more frequently in courtrooms, but an age-old way to capture the moment is still finding its way into the spotlight.
Minnesotans were delighted by an otherworldly light show Friday night that was on a level the state hadn't seen in nearly two decades.
Many Minnesotans were treated to a stunning double rainbow on Thursday.
Nicolae Miu, a 54-year-old man from Prior, Lake, Minnesota was found guilty of six criminal charges, including first-degree reckless homicide. Miu's trial lasted eight days in a Hudson, Wisconsin courtroom.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
An early spring snowstorm made for many beautiful sights across the state of Minnesota over the weekend.
WCCO-TV meteorologist says that today was nice, but we have rain in our future. Temps today felt similar to Friday, with a bit more wind. Sunday we can expect rain coming in during the evening. Tuesday could see some heavy rain.
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.
Saturday will be sunny with temps in the 80s, though showers will return to Minnesota by Sunday evening.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer has your latest forecast and there is some rain and possibly severe weather on the horizon.
WCCO's Jason Rantala catches up with Minneapolis residents using today's heat as an excuse to take advantage of spring.
WCCO-TV's weekend anchor, Derek James, updates on the news of the day.
WCCO-TV meteorologist says that today was nice, but we have rain in our future. Temps today felt similar to Friday, with a bit more wind. Sunday we can expect rain coming in during the evening. Tuesday could see some heavy rain.
Saturday saw the return of the teddy bear clinic, a chance for kids to see and experience the healthcare system in a whole new way, and remove some of those fears they may have.
After burning out from her job, one local woman dreams of opening the first black woman-owned brewery in the state.
Former President Donald Trump had a crowd of 1,400 supporters cheering as he returned to Minnesota for the first time since losing the state in 2020.