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A former basketball coach and Minneapolis school teacher was indicted by a grand jury Thursday for allegedly assaulting several of his students and players over the course of eight years.
Abdul Wright was an English teacher at Harvest Best Academy in north Minneapolis. The alleged sexual assault was said to have happened not long after his honors, the charges indicate.
On Tuesday, Deonte Marquon Thomas was sentenced to a total of 241 months in prison for one count each of criminal sexual conduct and first-degree burglary.
A Minnesota court will rule on the punishment for a man who broke in and brutally assaulted a St. Paul homeowner in April.
A Wisconsin teacher accused of having an inappropriate relationship with one of her students is facing nine additional charges, an amended complaint filed in St. Croix County last week reveals.
Jeffrey Fossum, 35, was found guilty of false imprisonment and fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct, according to court documents filed in Hennepin County on Tuesday.
Four church elders, including Morris' son, have taken a voluntary temporary leaves while an internal review is done.
Deonte Marquon Thomas, of Maplewood, was convicted Wednesday of one count of criminal sexual conduct and first-degree burglary.
Three of six South Dakota players from a baseball team made up of high school-aged players who were charged as adults last summer with rape have pleaded guilty to a lesser felony charge.
A 31-year-old man faces more than a century in prison for allegedly raping a woman at knifepoint near a Minneapolis lake on Friday, then kidnapping her, forcing her to buy him food and eventually stealing her vehicle.
One of the several former players on an American Legion baseball team in South Dakota charged last year with rape has pleaded guilty to a lesser felony.
Three people were shot to death in a small South Dakota town, and a former law officer who once served as the town's mayor is charged in the killings.
Allison Schardin pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to third- and fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct.
A 34-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to charges in connection to a home invasion and sexual assault in St. Paul's Macalester-Groveland neighborhood.
A 21-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting a woman at gunpoint was caught when his stepfather turned him in, according to charges filed Tuesday.
French screen actor Gerard Depardieu was reportedly detained for questioning and released Monday after two women accused him of sexual assault.
Police say the 21-year-old man attacked a woman and assaulted her at gunpoint.
A man is in custody and charged in last week's home break-in and sexual assault in St. Paul's Macalester-Groveland neighborhood.
Police say they've caught the man they believe broke into a home last week and sexually assaulted the woman who lived there.
The man accused of breaking into a home and sexually assaulting the woman who lives there has been caught.
Police announced on Saturday that they have identified and arrested the suspect involved in a recent sexual assault.
St. Paul police are sharing details of a pretty rare crime near several college campuses looking for help to find the person responsible. It happened in the early Monday morning at a home on Snelling Avenue near Macalester College. As Reg Chapman reports, the man burglarized the home before attacking the owner.
Police in St. Paul are searching for a man who allegedly broke into a home, robbed and sexually assaulted a woman early Monday morning.
The Iowa attorney general's office said it is still working on an audit of its victim services that has held up emergency contraception funding for victims of sexual assault despite having a completed draft in hand.
Combs' homes in Los Angeles and Miami were raided by federal law enforcement officers, U.S. officials confirmed Monday.
Minnesota's challenge of growing the men's basketball program into a consistent Big Ten contender has probably never been greater considering the surging cost of competing in the current landscape of major college sports.
A woman is dead and four others are injured after a crash which authorities believe involved alcohol on Saturday.
The Minnesota Twins have unveiled their plans for the 2025 season home opener, which will include ticket prices in the single digits for those looking for a thriftier option.
The first weeks of the new Trump administration have sparked stock market jitters and recession fears. Here's advice from top experts.
Rhyne Howard scored 23 points, Jordin Canada added 21 and the No. 4 seed Vinyl beat the top-seeded Lunar Owls and Napheesa Collier of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, who was named Unrivaled's Most Valuable Player before tipoff, 73-70 in the 3-on-3 women's basketball league's playoffs.
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar took time on Sunday to chat with several immigrant business owners inside the Midtown Global Market on East Lake Street in Minneapolis.
The inside of Odds & Ends Again in Arden Hills is like a trip back in time, with vintage toys, phonographs and classic art around every turn.
Minnesota's capital city is hoping to have the luck of the Irish Monday during its St. Patrick's Day festivities.
A 68-year-old man is dead after a crash in Burnsville, according to police.
Jeff Birkel got hooked on running in his 30s, but after getting diagnosed with ALS, things changed. Soon, his sons had an idea to get their dad qualified as a handicapped athlete in the Boston Marathon.
A woman is dead and four others are injured after a crash which authorities believe involved alcohol on Saturday.
A man died Friday after being stabbed Thursday night.
A storm system moving through western Minnesota could bring several inches of snow on Saturday.
Despite a forecast that includes cloudy skies in Minnesota, you still may be able to see the total lunar eclipse in the overnight hours.
Anglers on one of Minnesota's largest lakes will be able to keep two walleye daily starting this spring, wildlife officials said Thursday.
The fields for the NCAA basketball tournaments are set, and while the Minnesota men won't be dancing, some other local teams have punched their ticket.
State troopers say they arrested a 47-year-old woman from Minneapolis on Saturday after the driver showed "signs of impairment" and detected the odor of marijuana during a traffic stop.
University of Wisconsin-River Falls debuts it a cheesemaking course at its on-campus dairy plant.
Four Wisconsin voters whose ballots were not counted in the November presidential election have initiated a class action lawsuit seeking $175,000 in damages each.
Police in Hudson, Wisconsin, say they made a shocking discovery following an hourslong standoff overnight Thursday.
Jeff Birkel got hooked on running in his 30s, but after getting diagnosed with ALS, things changed. Soon, his sons had an idea to get their dad qualified as a handicapped athlete in the Boston Marathon.
Five years ago this week, our world shut down as COVID-19 swept the country. It was a time of loss and change that hit all of us — and all of us have memories of how the virus upended our lives.
Decades of militant rule and ongoing conflict in Burma have sent nearly 20,000 Karen people to resettle in the Twin Cities since the early 2000s. It's conflict the four students were able to experience up close once again with a month-long trip to Southeast Asia.
Giacomo Naylor gave everything to his loved ones — his mom, younger siblings Lukas and Isadora — up until Jan. 25 at 2:28 a.m. while on "G's Last Stand" — a coast-to-coast road trip they took because he did not want to die in a hospital.
Drafted during World War II, Don Tietz found himself a long way from his hometown farm.
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar took time on Sunday to chat with several immigrant business owners inside the Midtown Global Market on East Lake Street in Minneapolis.
A Minnesota man who was fired from his federal job as part of President Trump's federal layoffs should get his job back because of a new federal court order, but he says it is unclear if or when the Trump administration will follow the court's directive.
A Minnesota man who was fired from his federal job as part of President Trump's federal layoffs should get his job back because of a new federal court order.
Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student who is a green card holder, is being threatened with deportation.
After last week's special election, the Minnesota house is tied. Moving forward, a bipartisan effort will be needed to pass bills and most importantly a balanced budget by the end of session on May 19. Without a balanced budget, the state could shut down July 1. Minnesota House Majority Leader Rep. Jamie Long weighs in on the possibility of a shutdown.
For nearly 10 years, Iron Door Pub has stood at Lyndale Avenue and Lake Street. But now, it's shutting it's doors for good.
A group of south Minneapolis renters are demanding action from their building's management company, alleging major maintenance issues are being ignored and tenants are being threatened with eviction.
Food insecurity is at an all-time high in Minnesota. As that need continues to grow, lawmakers are pushing for more support.
It's a label that can instill confidence and patriotism. Some shoppers even seek out products that say "Made in America."
Minnesota is a target in President Trump's trade war. On Monday, Ontario, Canada slapped a 25% surcharge on all electricity exports to our state and two others.
The city of Minneapolis relies on volunteers known as violence interrupters to help keep the peace in the neighborhood, but Saturday night, one of them is in jail just days after he was shot.
State troopers say they arrested a 47-year-old woman from Minneapolis on Saturday after the driver showed "signs of impairment" and detected the odor of marijuana during a traffic stop.
A man died Friday after being stabbed Thursday night.
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety is warning people to prepare a sober ride if they plan to drink this St. Patrick's Day weekend.
The chaotic car chase caught on camera started in Minneapolis and ended about 30 miles away in St. Michael, Minnesota.
As the federal government ramps up deportation efforts, an area organization says those efforts are striking fear into the wrong hearts.
Five years ago this week, our world shut down as COVID-19 swept the country. It was a time of loss and change that hit all of us — and all of us have memories of how the virus upended our lives.
After dozens of overdoses in just four days, Minnesota's biggest county is racing to reverse the troubling trend.
Sleep is the rest and recovery bodies and brains need to be at our best once our eyes open again. Achieving that is easier said than done.
The Minnesota Department of Health has officially added two more diseases to the list of conditions for which newborns are typically screened.
Lovers of old-school records in the Twin Cities, listen up: you can get a record made in your own backyard.
Bidding is underway for dozens of Bob Dylan memorabilia items, including his earliest-known demo recording described as "a revelation."
Country music star Keith Urban will make a stop at St. Paul's Xcel Energy Center in September.
In the world of alpine skiing, few have been more decorated. Fast, fearless and resilient, Lindsey Vonn fought her way back after every crash, until she retired at 34. But now, with a titanium knee replacement, she is eyeing one more trip to the Olympics.
One of the Twin Cities is welcoming dozens of sporting events, shows and St. Patrick's Day celebration.
Minnesota's challenge of growing the men's basketball program into a consistent Big Ten contender has probably never been greater considering the surging cost of competing in the current landscape of major college sports.
The Minnesota Twins have unveiled their plans for the 2025 season home opener, which will include ticket prices in the single digits for those looking for a thriftier option.
Hear from Tartan men's basketball coach Mark Klingsporn, who just won his 700th career game. Plus, see which boys hockey teams from Class AA have stamped their ticket to the state tournament.
Rhyne Howard scored 23 points, Jordin Canada added 21 and the No. 4 seed Vinyl beat the top-seeded Lunar Owls and Napheesa Collier of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, who was named Unrivaled's Most Valuable Player before tipoff, 73-70 in the 3-on-3 women's basketball league's playoffs.
Paul Flatley, the 1963 Associated Press NFL rookie of the year for the Minnesota Vikings who piled up more than 3,000 receiving yards over five seasons, has died at the age of 84.
A Minnesota man who was fired from his federal job as part of President Trump's federal layoffs should get his job back because of a new federal court order, but he says it is unclear if or when the Trump administration will follow the court's directive.
A Minnesota man who was fired from his federal job as part of President Trump's federal layoffs should get his job back because of a new federal court order.
Esme Murphy takes a look at why the government could shut down and what it could mean for Minnesotans.
A looming government shutdown amid cuts and layoffs at the federal level. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with University of Minnesota Professor Larry Jacobs about how a government shutdown will impact you, and if a Minnesota government shutdown is on the horizon. CLICK HERE for more.
Republicans have put forward a budget proposal that would keep the federal government from shutting down this Sunday, but Democrats are opposed because of sharp budget cuts. Esme Murphy looks at how a shutdown would affect Minnesotans.
Lovers of old-school records in the Twin Cities, listen up: you can get a record made in your own backyard.
A partnership between the American Legion and a horseshoe club is putting Becker, Minnesota, on the map.
If you've been to the University of Minnesota, you can't miss the Weisman Art Museum. It stands out in more ways than one.
How about spending Valentine's Day, in a dome? You can do it in Pine City. The Sweetbriar Ridge offers couples a unique glamping getaway.
If you've been to southeastern Minnesota, you've likely come across Sugar Loaf Bluff.
As the days get longer and warmer, it's also a reminder for parents to get ready: Their kids are about to be home for a week straight.
It's a label that can instill confidence and patriotism. Some shoppers even seek out products that say "Made in America."
Sleep is the rest and recovery bodies and brains need to be at our best once our eyes open again. Achieving that is easier said than done.
Outside of learning what new foods will end up a stick, there might not be greater anticipation from Minnesota State Fairgoers than finding out who will headline at the Grandstand.
Why do we get bored? How should we overcome it? Good Question.
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says we're looking at a fresh round of snow this work week, but the good news is that it likely won't stick around for too long.
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.
Monday will be warm, dry and breezy, with highs in the mid-60s in the Twin Cities, but another snowstorm is not far off.
The Twin Cities will have a tranquil and warm start to the week, but a disruptive storm will arrive Tuesday night.
The Twin Cities will have a tranquil and warm start to the week, but a disruptive storm will arrive Tuesday night.
The Minnesota State Patrol has identified the man killed in a crash on Interstate 35 in Burnsville Sunday morning.
We asked WCCO viewers to share their thoughts about where to find the best corned beef and cabbage and, turns out, many think homemade is best.
While we're most familiar with green being the color of St. Patrick's Day, there was a time that the holiday was marked by blue.
While some say that venting is a key piece of working through anger, some research suggests that it's more important to reduce your overall arousal levels, not ramp them up.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says we're looking at a fresh round of snow this work week, but the good news is that it likely won't stick around for too long.