Fire spreads to Minneapolis home after propane tanks explode in encampment
Eight people are out of their home and dozens more are out of a south Minneapolis encampment after multiple propane tanks caught fire on Tuesday night.
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Eight people are out of their home and dozens more are out of a south Minneapolis encampment after multiple propane tanks caught fire on Tuesday night.
Two people are in the hospital after a shooting at a homeless encampment in south Minneapolis Friday evening.
Advocacy groups like the Red Cross are asking the community for help in supporting families that have been displaced by an apartment fire in south Minneapolis.
Parts of Minneapolis’ northside and southside will get some badly-needed relief this summer when it comes to shopping for essentials.
A flood of responses from Minnesota leaders and agencies have been issued following the mass shooting that killed a Minneapolis police officer and one other person. Officials say the suspected shooter is also dead.
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.
Neighbors living next to a Twin Cities homeless encampment are sharing their concerns. That camp is just steps from busy Lake Street in south Minneapolis. Many of the neighbors told us they live in fear every day. As WCCO's Reg Chapman reports, they're asking the city for help.
This season was the first time the Minneapolis South High School Tigers made it to the boys state basketball tournament in over 30 years.
Two people are being treated at a hospital after escaping a fire Monday morning at a south Minneapolis home.
Some might say the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis is at a pivot point right now. David Schuman looks at where things stand with struggling businesses in the area and how a bounce-back is already underway.
Three people have been shot overnight in a popular nightlife area of Minneapolis. Police say it happened outside Casablanca Night Club early this morning in Lyn-Lake. Our Jason Rantala has the latest.
We have new details on a fire that damaged several townhomes in south Minneapolis overnight.
Panic and fear as flames engulfed a homeless camp in south Minneapolis today. It sent up this plume of smoke that could be seen for miles. No one is badly hurt and a new camp is already in the works, but the concern is far from over. WCCO's Ubah Ali has the latest.
Police in Minneapolis' East Phillips neighborhood say a woman was shot while inside her home Monday evening.
For the second time this month, Minneapolis police are investigating a string of robberies, they say, are being committed by groups of teenagers. WCCO's Kirsten Mitchell explains how Minneapolis police are changing the way they respond to robbery sprees like these.
Angela Mitchell was finally able to purchase the $1,300 bike she had her eye on. With winter on the way though, she had to store it in the garage, meaning she never had a chance to ride it before it was stolen.
Home surveillance footage shows a burglar busting into a family's locked garage and cruise away on a woman's pricey ride. That south Minneapolis mother has multiple sclerosis and relied on that e-bike to get around. Our Allen Henry talked to her about the tough loss and how you can protect your property.
A 35-year-old man has been charged in connection to a shooting that injured a teen boy in Minneapolis' Cedar-Riverside neighborhood last week.
Some Twin Cities drivers are experiencing a different kind of pain at the pump.
It was a busy holiday for Minneapolis fire crews after a fire breaks out at a home on West 33rd Street and Harriet Avenue.
The Minneapolis Fire Department responded to reports of smoke coming from a two-and-a-half story home on the 3300 block of Harriet Avenue South around noon.
Police are investigating after a woman was killed in Minneapolis' Linden Hills neighborhood Sunday night.
A homicide investigation is underway at an apartment complex in south Minneapolis late Sunday night.
Wold-Chamberlain American Legion Post #99 is hoping to raise $15,000 for AC units and security upgrades. They are hopeful to get that all done before summer begins.
Throughout this year, thieves have ripped out copper wires from light fixtures in the Twin Cities, leaving neighborhoods in the dark. As our Ubah Ali explains, this latest theft is a major setback for an American Legion trying to stay afloat.
Celebrity chef Justin Sutherland has been sentenced to two years of probation for a charge stemming from a fight with his girlfriend this summer and violating a domestic abuse no-contact order.
Plans are being made at the state capitol after federal investigators accused two Minnesota autism centers of fraud and raided their offices Thursday.
A locally-founded cosmetology school in North Minneapolis is teaching beauty techniques that address beauty and care techniques for all skin tones and textures.
After a mild November, the hope now is that Old Man Winter will enable Buck Hill to keep this downhill momentum going through the upcoming winter break, and right through the prime ski and snowboard months.
Canadian Pacific's ninth stop in Minnesota rolled into Lion's Park in Columbia Heights Thursday. Hundreds showed up to see festive lights and traditional holiday songs mixed with popular original songs.
Celebrity chef Justin Sutherland has been sentenced to two years of probation for a charge stemming from a fight with his girlfriend this summer and violating a domestic abuse no-contact order.
Plans are being made at the state capitol after federal investigators accused two Minnesota autism centers of fraud and raided their offices Thursday.
A locally-founded cosmetology school in North Minneapolis is teaching beauty techniques that address beauty and care techniques for all skin tones and textures.
After a mild November, the hope now is that Old Man Winter will enable Buck Hill to keep this downhill momentum going through the upcoming winter break, and right through the prime ski and snowboard months.
Canadian Pacific's ninth stop in Minnesota rolled into Lion's Park in Columbia Heights Thursday. Hundreds showed up to see festive lights and traditional holiday songs mixed with popular original songs.
RockBridge Treatment and Recovery aims to change the withdrawal experience, turning a negative situation into one of connection and understanding.
The Central Minnesota Violent Offender Task Force said 52 overdose deaths in two-and-a-half years in St. Cloud prompted the investigation.
Fravel, who was found guilty last month of two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of second-degree murder, is scheduled to be sentenced Tuesday at 1:45 p.m.
The top federal law enforcement officer in Minnesota is stepping down in a matter of weeks.
The FBI and state investigators raided the Smart Therapy Center's business office in Minneapolis and the Star Autism Center's office in St. Cloud on Thursday morning.
A northern Wisconsin tribe along with a coalition of groups moved Thursday to block plans to reroute an aging pipeline around the tribe's reservation, arguing state regulators have underestimated the environmental damage that construction would cause.
Three people, two of whom are juveniles, were hurt Thursday afternoon when their SUV collided with a train in western Wisconsin.
A false bomb threat targeting a Wisconsin high school was one of several such incidents on Monday, officials said.
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from Wisconsin parents who wanted to challenge a school district's guidance for supporting transgender students.
Federal prison facilities in Duluth and central Wisconsin are facing deactivation due to staff shortages and crumbling infrastructure, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Canadian Pacific's ninth stop in Minnesota rolled into Lion's Park in Columbia Heights Thursday. Hundreds showed up to see festive lights and traditional holiday songs mixed with popular original songs.
Myotonic dystrophy is a genetic disorder that causes muscles to waste away.
Katie White had just received a new heart when she started making jewelry from her Mayo Clinic room.
Outdoor spaces in Minnesota have suffered from a lack of diversity. Outdoor Latino Minnesota is working to change that, by offering ski lessons.
One month into his stay at the NICU at M Health Fairview Masonic Children's Hospital, Cooper got a neighbor, Raghu, who weighed even less than him. The parents quickly connected.
Plans are being made at the state capitol after federal investigators accused two Minnesota autism centers of fraud and raided their offices Thursday.
Fighting fraud will likely take center stage at the State Capitol next year.
The St. Paul City Council approved a budget for 2025 on Wednesday, which included a property tax increase of 5.9%.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is in the hospital after sustaining an injury on an overseas trip in Luxembourg, her office said Friday.
The top federal law enforcement officer in Minnesota is stepping down in a matter of weeks.
Heating your home in the winter can take a toll on your pocketbook, but it doesn't have to with some easy tips to save.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, Americans produce 25% more trash from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day.
The Minnesota-born Mexican restaurant chain Chi-Chi's is making a comeback 20 years after ending its "celebration of food."
While there are many Cyber Monday deals out there from legitimate websites, the BBB's Bao Vang says online-buyer beware.
The mall is expecting tens of thousands of shoppers for Black Friday with plenty of deals.
The Central Minnesota Violent Offender Task Force said 52 overdose deaths in two-and-a-half years in St. Cloud prompted the investigation.
Fravel, who was found guilty last month of two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of second-degree murder, is scheduled to be sentenced Tuesday at 1:45 p.m.
Two people have been charged in connection to the shooting death of a man outside a St. Paul bar in October.
The 17-year-old and a 16-year-old friend were playing with a gun at the 17-year-old's house on Sept. 18 when it went off, hitting the 16-year-old in the eye.
A judge sentenced a 21-year-old man to nearly 14 years in prison for causing a fatal car crash while fleeing police officers in Robbinsdale last year.
The Minnesota Department of Human Services' "internal control weakness" has led to more than $40 million in overpayments to Medicaid providers, according to a report released on Tuesday by state auditors.
Consumers are venting frustrations about health insurance in wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO murder. Costs have outpaced inflation for years.
Twin Cities-area strength coach Carl Champion offers expert advice for setting and sticking to fitness goals next year.
The agency says it hasn't seen a rise in cases of this magnitude since 2012, but says it's not unexpected since the illness cycles every three to five years. During that year, 4,144 cases of whooping cough were reported.
Minnesota Vikings legend Randy Moss will step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN "to focus on a personal health challenge," the network announced Friday.
Thirty years ago on Friday, the Metropolitan Sports Center in Bloomington was demolished.
Hope Walz, daughter of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, took a swipe at influential podcaster Joe Rogan and the men among his fanbase after the host said he supported President-elect Donald Trump due to misstatements the former Democratic vice presidential candidate made about his past.
One of the world's biggest concert promoters is set to run Shakopee's yet-to-be-named 19,000-seat amphitheater.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
The annual gala at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts features personalized tributes with performances and testimonials from fellow artists.
NFL Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss told fans worried about his health that he's a "cancer survivor" in an Instagram livestream Friday afternoon.
Thirty years ago on Friday, the Metropolitan Sports Center in Bloomington was demolished.
Leon Draisaitl scored his NHL-leading 21st goal and had three assists to send the Edmonton Oilers past the Minnesota Wild 7-1 for their fourth consecutive victory.
The Minnesota Vikings put Jordan Addison to work when the Chicago Bears were busy keeping Justin Jefferson quiet last month.
The Minnesota Vikings could have a playoff spot secured before they even kick off on Monday night against the Chicago Bears.
Esme Murphy talks with Congressman Pete Stauber, who hopes to see President Biden’s 20-year moratorium on new mining near the Boundary Waters reversed by President-elect Donald Trump.
President-elect Donald Trump said he plans to reverse President Biden's 20-year moratorium on new mining near Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness on his first day in office.
In this election, Klobuchar faired much better than all other Senate Democrats — she won by a significantly larger margin.
For Democrats the postmortem continues on why Vice President Kamala Harris and her Running mate Governor Tim Walz performed more poorly with almost every demographic than Joe Biden did in 2020. In Minnesota, Senator Amy Klobuchar did much better than Harris with some of those same groups.
As Election Day nears, experts say voters in Wisconsin and other battleground states will decide the 2024 presidential election winner.
Duluth is known for its scenic views across the city, but one location stands out from the rest.
One family's creative design in central Minnesota allows guests to sleep under the stars — at any time of year.
"Thomas Dambo, he believes the trolls really help us kind of shine a light on how we can take better care of the environment and be better to each other," said Stearns.
There are a lot of quirky town names in Minnesota: Embarrass, Nowthen, Clontarff, Kiester. But the people of Nimrod believe their name stands out from the rest.
Did you know that donkeys are fast, smart and can build life-long bonds with other animals and people? It's believed that donkeys are smarter than most dogs.
Every home has a distinct smell, and chances are your home smells just as strong to other people. Why can't we notice our own home's smell but we can notice everyone else's?
An important deadline is approaching, and we're not talking about Christmas shopping. End of semester exams are coming up for students of all ages.
Jeff Wagner dives into the cold-weather dating trend that has singles looking for love with a time limit.
Just because Minnesota has had frigid temperatures lately doesn't mean lake ice is safe yet.
From turkey, to mashed potatoes, stuffing and pies, many are ending Thanksgiving with full stomachs and refrigerators.
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.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
A powerful thunderstorm tore through the grounds of the Minnesota State Fair on Monday night, delaying Tuesday's opening.
We've got sleet, snow and freezing rain in the forecast overnight.
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.
After a mild November, the hope now is that Old Man Winter will enable Buck Hill to keep this downhill momentum going through the upcoming winter break, and right through the prime ski and snowboard months.
As many people hit the roads to run holiday errands, the Minnesota Department of Transportation will be busy making sure everyone has a safe trip.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says the roads may be icy Saturday with snow and sleet in the forecast overnight.
Jeff Wagner has the latest updates and headlines.
We've got sleet, snow and freezing rain in the forecast overnight.
North Minneapolis is home to the state's first ethnically focused cosmetology school.
Twin Cities families are getting a helping hand just in time for the holidays.
Fighting fraud will likely take center stage at the State Capitol next year.