Shots fired on U of M campus Saturday night, but none injured
Police at the University of Minnesota say no one was injured when shots were fired on campus Saturday night.
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Police at the University of Minnesota say no one was injured when shots were fired on campus Saturday night.
A 26-year-old Minnesota man has pleaded guilty to charges related to a shooting at a 2021 graduation party that killed a 14-year-old boy.
Faith leaders came together to help the Burnsville community find comfort as they grieve. WCCO's Ubah Ali was there and joins us from Burnsville.
New information is piecing together a terrifying timeline inside a Burnsville home. State agents say a gunman fired more than 100 rounds without warning early Sunday morning, killing two police officers negotiating with him inside and a paramedic who rushed in to help.
Israeli police say Palestinian gunmen killed at least 1 person in the West Bank in an attack lauded as heroic by Hamas.
There is new information about a deadly shooting in Brooklyn Park. Investigators say the gunman told them he "just lost it."
A felony conviction means Shannon Gooden was not allowed to have any guns. He also had a history of domestic violence accusations. The state's leading agency on domestic violence says what happened on Sunday is just the latest tragedy in a disturbing trend they've tracked for years.
Burnsville officer Matthew Ruge is one of the three first responders killed in a shootout Sunday morning. He grew up in Wabasha. His high school golf coach is among those who can't believe he's gone.
James Nedeau II was charged with three counts of second-degree murder on Wednesday for the death of 29-year-old Deana Doely.
A teenage boy who was shot in St. Paul earlier this month died several days after he was wounded, police said Wednesday.
Two people have been charged in a New Year's Eve shooting in St. Paul that critically injured a 10-year-old boy, court documents in Ramsey County show.
Emergency services are a remarkably close-knit family, and after this weekend's tragedy in which two police officers and a firefighter were killed, metro-area first responders are stepping into help each other.
A woman was killed and 22 other people were wounded in the shooting at the celebration for the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl victory.
If you'd like to help the families of the three Burnsville first responders killed in a shooting over the weekend, there are now ways to donate money and other items of support.
Police are investigating a deadly shooting in Brooklyn Park.
It's not just first responders showing up at the Burnsville station. A steady flow of families are taking the time to pause and reflect. WCCO's Kirsten Mitchell spoke to Minnesotans who traveled long distances to add to the growing memorial.
Monday evening, families and fellow first responders lined a route through the southwest metro for firefighter Adam Finseth. Finseth was working as a paramedic alongside officers Matthew Ruge and Paul Elmstrand. WCCO's David Schuman has more.
The mother of three of the children who survived the deadly standoff in Burnsville is sharing what happened inside the house. In an interview with WCCO, Noemi Torres says her 12-year-old daughter was in the bedroom with Gooden the entire time.
The shooting in Burnsville is a tragic reminder of how quickly a domestic call can turn deadly. Burnsville is a one of the smaller suburbs in the metro and still, police respond to an average of 900 domestic calls every year.
People are continuing to pay tribute for the fallen first responders, to put flowers on the squad car and fire engine. These fallen officers and fallen firefighter are seen as family here and the sadness and disbelief is overwhelming.
The Medical Examiner confirmed Shannon Gooden is the man accused of opening fire in Burnsville Sunday morning. Police say he killed himself. WCCO is digging deeper into the suspect's history and terrifying moments inside a Burnsville home.
After Sunday's tragic shooting in Burnsville where three first responders were killed, our Jonah Kaplan talked with James Stewart, the executive director of the Minnesota Sheriff's Association about the the dangers of being a police officer and some important messages for the future.
Authorities detained a western Minnesota man Sunday night after he fatally shot his brother, then called 911 to report the shooting.
Authorities detained a western Minnesota man Sunday night after he fatally shot his brother, then called 911 to report the shooting.
Minneapolis police are looking for answers after they found a body in a vacant building.
Corbin Carroll had a three-run triple in the eighth inning to tie Arizona's career triples mark and fell a homer shy of the cycle in the Diamondbacks' 9-5 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night.
Minnesotans love the water in the land of 10,000 lakes, and if you visit a lake in the Twin Cities, you may notice some new signs. They're a part of the newest research project run by scientists at the University of Minnesota and St. Thomas.
On the surface, Tom Truszinski had things all figured out. A successful career, a marriage and a growing family. Some would even say to get there, he'd beat the odds. One parent died young and another was an addict. On the outside, he had it all together.
Minnesota's ties to slavery, the Civil War and the Juneteenth holiday sent many to Fort Snelling for a tour on Friday.
Created by artist Lilyan Lauzon, the mini art vending machine at Inkwell Booksellers charges no fees to artists and returns the full $1 sale price to each creator.
Minnesotans love the water in the land of 10,000 lakes, and if you visit a lake in the Twin Cities, you may notice some new signs. They're a part of the newest research project run by scientists at the University of Minnesota and St. Thomas.
Minnesota's ties to slavery, the Civil War and the Juneteenth holiday sent many to Fort Snelling for a tour on Friday.
Hail pelted several central Minnesota communities as storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.
A little rain wasn't going to ruin the parade of joy for Special Olympics USA Games athletes at the St. Paul Downtown Airport on Friday.
After spending months helping immigrant families weather the economic fallout of federal immigration enforcement operations in the Twin Cities, Smitten Kitten is asking the community for help sustaining itself.
Hail pelted several central Minnesota communities as storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.
A police officer was shot in the southern Minnesota city of St. Peter Thursday night, authorities said.
One of five cannabis testing sites in Minnesota is shutting down, citing exorbitant costs as the reason.
Minnesota's job growth outpaced national rates in May, while the state's unemployment rate ticked down slightly, according to data released Thursday.
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Father's Day!
A federal judge ruled ICE failed to show enough evidence to justify holding Salah Sarsour, a legal permanent resident detained for 80 days after speaking out in support of Palestinian rights.
Jim Troupis, Mike Roman, and Ken Chesebro entered not guilty pleas in Dane County Circuit Court on Tuesday to 11 felony forgery charges tied to a scheme to submit false electoral certificates to Congress after Trump lost Wisconsin in 2020.
A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Hannah Dugan's obstruction of justice conviction will stand, rejecting her legal team's argument that a recent appeals court ruling should have invalidated the case.
A big birthday party is coming up this summer, one that every American can celebrate. And it could help the fireworks industry explode with record sales. WCCO explores how much Americans spend each year on fireworks.
A man serving a life sentence in a Wisconsin prison for killing six hunters during a confrontation over trespassing in 2004 has died, officials said.
Created by artist Lilyan Lauzon, the mini art vending machine at Inkwell Booksellers charges no fees to artists and returns the full $1 sale price to each creator.
On the Lake Harriet shoreline in Minneapolis Saturday evening, dozens of children picked up a fishing rod for the first time.
Hours after the announcement, community members were eager to learn more about the one challenged with leading the most scrutinized police department in the country.
Created by Freedom Reads, a nonprofit organization in Connecticut, the Inside Literary Prize is the first major U.S. book award decided exclusively by incarcerated readers.
A 23-year-old man from Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, faces a criminal vehicular homicide charge after prosecutors say he hit and killed a person on a highway, then fled.
In Minnesota, Democratic U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and Minnesota DFL Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan are both vying for a U.S. Senate seat. The candidates debated several issues, including immigration enforcement, on Twin Cities PBS's "Almanac" on Friday. On the Republican side, Adam Schwarze, Michele Tafoya and Royce White are three other candidates running for the seat.
"This is considered the world's most luxurious plane," the president said in front of the enormous new jet.
A senior Justice Department official called a judge's demand for a declaration on the status of the "anti-weaponization" fund "unnecessary."
Trump has appeared during the Iran war to lose patience with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who may now find himself "stuck."
A change of plans for the vice president as JD Vance is no longer traveling to Switzerland to lead talks with Iran.
Target is tapping designer and TV personality Isaac Mizrahi for a newly created role as creative director at large as the discounter aims to reclaim its reputation for stylish clothing on a budget.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The dream of a woman in Minnesota started with excitement, but quickly unraveled into loss after she said she fell victim to a scheme that targeted more than 30 Spanish speakers.
For years, it was all hands on deck; a business model buoyed by a bevy of free time that sent sales surging in a way never before seen. But as Minnesota enters lake season, outdoor sales for boats, jet skis and more have almost dropped anchor.
Jester Concepts' Monday announcement noted that Borough will mark its remaining five weeks of service through June 27 with events celebrating the restaurant's history, and it encouraged customers to reserve tables during the final weeks.
According to court documents filed late last month, 34-year-old Kenneth Mills faces four counts of third-degree burglary and a count of possession of burglary or theft tools.
McKenna Wendel was last seen alive on March 14 and her body was found outside Brookings, an hour's drive north of Sioux Falls, on March 19.
A federal judge ruled ICE failed to show enough evidence to justify holding Salah Sarsour, a legal permanent resident detained for 80 days after speaking out in support of Palestinian rights.
A Twin Cities man is accused of stealing his dog from an animal hospital after it had been deemed dangerous and ordered to be euthanized by officials.
If the case is moved to federal jurisdiction, it will still be prosecuted by the Hennepin County Attorney's Office.
Emily Pearson has a rare genetic disorder that causes severe, painful reactions to sunlight.
Jenn Glass has been taking a GLP-1 since last November. The 53-year-old mother of three has already lost more than 30 pounds, but she's focused on something beyond the number on the scale.
It's a gruesome problem impacting livestock in southern states and veterinarians worry it could come to Minnesota.
Minnesotans weathered the third air quality alert triggered by ozone of the year Monday. If two more happen, it will tie the yearly record.
HCMC in Minneapolis got what they wanted, a large financial boost from lawmakers, and now the leaders of Minnesota's busiest trauma hospital say they'll put their money where their mouths are and get to work restructuring finances.
Created by artist Lilyan Lauzon, the mini art vending machine at Inkwell Booksellers charges no fees to artists and returns the full $1 sale price to each creator.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Father's Day!
Twin Cities native Michael Larsen, better known as Eyedea, made a name for himself with his freestyle battle rap skills and as one-half of the duo Eyedea & Abilities.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Corbin Carroll had a three-run triple in the eighth inning to tie Arizona's career triples mark and fell a homer shy of the cycle in the Diamondbacks' 9-5 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night.
A little rain wasn't going to ruin the parade of joy for Special Olympics USA Games athletes at the St. Paul Downtown Airport on Friday.
In front of a roaring Seattle crowd, the U.S. men's soccer team on Friday defeated Australia in its second World Cup match, clinching a spot in the Round of 32 in the process.
The Special Olympic USA Games are nearly underway in the Twin Cities, with thousands of athletes from across the country competing. That includes one Minnesota flag football star nicknamed "Havoc."
Jake Golday will likely spend most of his rookie season with the Minnesota Vikings on special teams while serving as the top backup inside linebacker.
After disputes about ballots and concerns about voting totals, businessman Kendall Qualls won the endorsement.
Minnesota's endorsing conventions are over, and the story of the weekend is the upset of House Speaker Lisa Demuth in the GOP governor's race.
Minnesota's election season officially kicks off this week as both major parties hold conventions to endorse candidates for governor and U.S. Senate, with competitive battles on the Republican side and clearer paths for Democrats.
Both parties begin the endorsement process today in Rochester and Duluth, with the August primary just two months away.
Friday, the Democratic and Republican parties begin the process of endorsing nominees for statewide offices.
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.
Nearly 40 years ago, a building was sent over piece by piece from Norway to a farm in Chippewa County, Minnesota. It's one of the only stabburs in the United States.
Minneiska, Minnesota, is a small river town on Highway 61 near the Mississippi River, but at one point it was home to a castle.
The sign is 51 feet tall and 63 feet wide. And when it was built 85 years ago it was one of the largest neon signs in the entire country.
Fifteen Minnesotans charged for conspiracy to impede or injure federal agents are part of what President Trump considers a terrorist group, prosecutors said.
A big birthday party is coming up this summer, one that every American can celebrate. And it could help the fireworks industry explode with record sales. WCCO explores how much Americans spend each year on fireworks.
Minnesotans weathered the third air quality alert triggered by ozone of the year Monday. If two more happen, it will tie the yearly record.
Milder winters mean more ticks survive to the following spring, and a southern species that can trigger a red meat allergy is now gaining ground in Minnesota as a result.
She didn't win her party's endorsement, but Republican Lisa Demuth plans to keep running for governor anyway. History shows that might actually work in her favor.
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.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
Temperatures on Saturday will hit the upper 70s, slightly cooler than average for this time of year. The weekend remains calm and dry. The start of the week will remain seasonable, but another shot at rain returns on Tuesday. Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso breaks down the next several days.
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.
There will be a light breeze and high temperatures in the 70s across much of Minnesota on Saturday, NEXT Weather meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says.
Severe storms rolled through communities around the Twin Cities on Friday afternoon and evening. As Ubah Ali explains, they hit hard and moved fast.
Hail pelted several central Minnesota communities as storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.
Minnesota's beer community is celebrating during pride. The Pride Beer Dabbler is coming up, and here are a few fun drinks attendees can try.
Soul Food Festival is heading back to Minnesota. Check out the delicious treats attendees can look forward to.
Temperatures on Saturday will hit the upper 70s, slightly cooler than average for this time of year. The weekend remains calm and dry. The start of the week will remain seasonable, but another shot at rain returns on Tuesday. Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso breaks down the next several days.
Researchers are hoping to better understand water quality in Minnesota.
WCCO's Reg Chapman updates on the news of the day.