Minneapolis boy featured in snowboarding magazine finds love for the sport
Eleven-year-old Mickey Watkins is no longer just the kid known for his make-shift snowboard.
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Eleven-year-old Mickey Watkins is no longer just the kid known for his make-shift snowboard.
It's been winter to remember for a kid on the north side of Minneapolis, all thanks to a photo showing his urge to adventure.
Brynn Rux picked up the passion at just 2 years old. Her training and goals were on track as a national competitor until back pain slowed her down.
A young Farmington, Minnesota, snowboarder is proving nothing will stop her from competing in the sport she loves. In this week's WoMN in Sports, Marielle Mohs introduces us to this resilient teen with Olympic dreams.
When he's not playing zone or man, Hall is carving it up at local hills. He has qualified for multiple professional snowboard competitions.
Mickey Watkins, ever curious and never shy, grabbed a nearby tote bin lid and showed them his style of urban snowboarding. Mike Yoshida happily snapped a photo of the 11-year-old sliding down the hill.
A north Minneapolis kid is sliding into internet fame. WCCO's Jeff Wagner shares how a photo capturing joy is helping spread it far and wide.
Ski hills in eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin are starting to open. Skiers and snowboarders enjoyed man-made snow at Wild Mountain and Trollhaugen on Monday.
Ski hills in Taylors Falls, Minnesota, and Dresser, Wisconsin, are open for the winter season.
If you are going to be hitting the slopes, it's important to remember skiing and snowboarding safety.
The December cold snap has been welcome for businesses that rely on cold weather, like Buck Hill in Burnsville.
The Red Bull Heavy Metal snowboarding event still happened at the Capitol despite our lack of snow.
A major snowboarding event is set for this weekend in the Twin Cities despite this week's rain and record warmth.
Friday, the trails passed the inspection by the International Ski and Snowboard Federation, meaning The Loppet Cup will still be happening.
Trollhaugen hosts a grand opening showing off a multimillion-dollar expansion which quickly filled with skiers and snowboarders eager to experience the new terrain.
December’s historic warmth forced at least a dozen ski hills across the state and western Wisconsin to close earlier this week. But Sunday’s fresh powder meant plenty of fun for folks at Buck Hill in Burnsville.
A big street snowboarding event is heading to St. Paul this winter.
Get ready for an adrenaline rush in St. Paul this winter.
At nine years old, she was impressing her peers at Minnesota ski parks. Now at 17, she still is. She is the youngest rider on a team of the five best the United States has to offer.
One of the top women's snowboarders in the United States is from Minnesota. Ren Clayton introduces us to Victoria's Rebecca Flynn, whose progression in the sport has come much faster than expected.
Minnesotans are eager to be back enjoying the slopes.
A crowd of skiers and snowboarders at Andes Tower Hills near Alexandria found a way to take advantage of the snow.
Schultz went from elite snowmobile racer to two-time Paralympian snowboarder after an accident in 2008 required a leg amputation.
Mike Schultz went from elite snowmobile racer to two-time Paralympian snowboarder after an accident in 2008 required a leg amputation.
Shayla Reaves is previewing a Melanin In Motion event in Minneapolis this weekend – and learning snowboarding.
Minneapolis city leaders approved a five-month pause on new data center development Thursday, adding the state's largest city to a growing debate over the economic benefits and potential impacts of the rapidly expanding industry.
Back-to-back earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, killing nearly 190 people.
Minnesota Congressman Tom Emmer made the remarks at a Faith and Freedom Coalition town hall on Capitol Hill, drawing a sharp response from Rep. Ilhan Omar.
The heaviest demand on America's water supply isn't data centers or AI. It's from everyday uses such as growing food, watering lawns and flushing toilets.
Fifteen people, most of them Minnesotans, were arrested and charged last week, accused of impeding Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations.
Minneapolis city leaders approved a five-month pause on new data center development Thursday, adding the state's largest city to a growing debate over the economic benefits and potential impacts of the rapidly expanding industry.
Back-to-back earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, killing nearly 190 people.
Fifteen people, most of them Minnesotans, were arrested and charged last week, accused of impeding Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations.
A judge has ordered Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey to comply with a mandate in the Minneapolis City Charter that requires a minimum number of police officers for the community, according to a court document filed Thursday.
Lavender Magazine, which published stories about Minnesota's LGBTQ+ community, is ending its 30-year run.
A new report says nearly half of Minnesota hospitality and tourism businesses surveyed are seeing fewer customers and less income as the state heads into its most profitable season.
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Pride!
It's a lake cruise in the middle of town, and there's more than pelicans on the Pelican Breeze tour in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Invasive species like zebra mussels or Eurasian watermilfoil are at a much higher risk of spreading this time of year from used boating equipment.
A man missing from a central Minnesota medical center is safe thanks to a deputy and her quick-moving K-9.
A 63-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Sunday morning in western Wisconsin.
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.
What started as a small fundraiser following one of Joe's surgeries at Gillette Children's has grown into a community tradition that has raised nearly $100,000 for the hospital.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
Betty and Kermit Eastman, both 99, celebrated their 80th wedding anniversary on June 6 — a milestone so rare that on average only one couple in the U.S. reaches it each year.
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.
Minnesota Congressman Tom Emmer made the remarks at a Faith and Freedom Coalition town hall on Capitol Hill, drawing a sharp response from Rep. Ilhan Omar.
Two anti-ICE protesters charged with felonies in federal court tell their story to WCCO's Esme Murphy.
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday voted to overturn a ban on adult bathhouses and sex venues that has been in place for 38 years.
Republican state Sen. Thomas Pischke of Dell Rapids turned himself in to the Minnehaha County Jail and was released on a promise to appear, facing two felony counts tied to forged signatures on Republican Party nomination forms.
Several new Minnesota laws are set to take effect on July 1 that address school district safety, update decades-old government technology and provide funding for various projects across the state.
Insurance experts say hail damage claims that once averaged $10,000–$15,000 now routinely reach $40,000–$60,000, even as many policies have shifted away from full replacement coverage.
Hundreds of workers, employed by Delaware North Company to serve food and drinks, say they are fighting for livable wages and healthcare benefits.
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.
Vance Boelter, the man who pleaded guilty to assassinating former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, is set to be sentenced on federal charges later this summer.
Federal prosecutors say they've charged a Twin Cities man and his son in connection to an alleged income tax scheme.
An Oakdale, Minnesota, man faces criminal charges after authorities say his blood-alcohol count was three times the legal limit when he crashed into multiple Woodbury townhouses this past weekend, triggering a gas leak.
A judge sentenced a man convicted in connection with a federal crackdown involving dozens of members of a major gang in Minneapolis to more than 11 years in prison.
A Twin Cities woman who was facing a felony for assaulting federal agents during a tense operation last summer pleaded guilty on Tuesday.
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday voted to overturn a ban on adult bathhouses and sex venues that has been in place for 38 years.
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.
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Pride!
Legendary musician Lionel Richie had to cut his performance short Wednesday night in St. Paul, Minnesota, leaving fans with many questions.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
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.
A Minnesota Timberwolves fan favorite is reportedly heading out the door.
Mookie Betts backed Shohei Ohtani with his 300th career home run, three hits and slick defense, as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Minnesota Twins 4-3 for a three-game sweep.
Minnesota Twins right-hander Mick Abel has been recommended for arthroscopic elbow surgery after a recent setback in his injury recovery.
Natasha Howard had 21 points and a season-high 15 rebounds, Olivia Miles scored 10 of her 21 points in the fourth quarter, and the Minnesota Lynx rallied from a 12-point deficit to beat the Washington Mystics 78-76.
Duke sophomore guard Isaiah Evans has his NBA landing spot: Minnesota.
Fifteen people, most of them Minnesotans, were arrested and charged last week, accused of impeding Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations.
Two anti-ICE protesters charged with felonies in federal court tell their story to WCCO's Esme Murphy.
Early voting for the Aug. 11 primary starts this Friday, and one of the most-watched races in Minnesota is the very tight contest for governor on the Republican side.
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.
It's a lake cruise in the middle of town, and there's more than pelicans on the Pelican Breeze tour in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
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.
Water beckons Minnesotans this time of year, especially our lakes. But something in it can turn us away, even if other animals and organisms need it.
The latest data shows it's at 331.2 million barrels of oil.
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.
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 will reach the 80s across central and southern Minnesota on Friday and during the weekend, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
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.
It stays pleasant for the next few days. Highs near 80 tomorrow and still not humid, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
Our warming trend starts tomorrow as the jet stream lifts far to the north, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
Another comfortable one Thursday in the metro before heat begins creeping up, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
On Thursday, Minneapolis pressed pause on building new data centers. But as Jason Rantala explains, there's one area of the city where it doesn't apply.
Temperatures will reach the 80s across central and southern Minnesota on Friday and during the weekend, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
Rescue teams in Venezuela are racing to find any survivors after back-to-back earthquakes rattled the country on Wednesday night. People across the world are offering to help with recovery efforts. John Lauritsen spoke with a Minnesota man whose family is there.
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation's executive director Lydia Burr explains what family and friends should watch for and how to help a loved one seek care during Pride Month.
Callum Robinet and Isaac Sant, charged with conspiracy to impede a federal officer, say the broader resistance movement was largely made up of tens of thousands of Minnesotans legally observing and recording ICE activity.