
St. Cloud State University announces proposed cuts up to $9 million
One of the state's biggest universities plans to move ahead with major cuts to both faculty and programming.
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One of the state's biggest universities plans to move ahead with major cuts to both faculty and programming.
A motorcyclist was killed in a crash with a pickup truck in central Minnesota Sunday afternoon, authorities said.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension canceled the alert for a missing St. Cloud girl and said she had been found safe.
At St. Cloud State, students and faculty were told in 2023 that the university faced tough decisions ahead, and proposed a series of cuts to faculty and programming. They included closing the School of Public Affairs, as well as dropping dozens of areas of study.
Police say a 32-year-old St. Cloud man is expected to face several criminal charges following a domestic assault-related standoff early Saturday.
A 17-year-old boy is critically injured after a shooting at a St. Cloud gas station early Sunday, police said.
St. Cloud police are asking for the public's help to find 37-year-old Shane Wozney, who has been missing since Feb. 11.
A 29-year-old St. Cloud woman was sentenced to more than 21 years for stabbing her 3-month-old boy and throwing him in a dumpster in 2021.
A central Minnesota man is charged with drug possession after a task force allegedly found fentanyl, methamphetamine and cocaine while searching his St. Cloud home.
Police believe the driver suffered a medical emergency before the crash on 17th Avenue South near First Street South, just west of Lake George.
SCEA says educators, who have been working without a contract since the end of June, will see wage gains, with pay increases of up to 4.5% annually depending on where employees are on the salary schedule.
Less than two weeks ago, the University of Minnesota's Board of Regents approved expanding the school's medical program for the first time in 50 years.
It happened Tuesday afternoon at a St. Cloud home.
Victoria Veliz, 26, was sentenced to 60-days of house arrest on Tuesday for her role in vandalizing the St. Cloud Islamic Center in 2022.
A 26-year-old man is facing multiple charges in connection to a deadly shooting just blocks away from St. Cloud State University last month.
A 57-year-old Kimball woman has succumbed to injuries she suffered last week in a crash in St. Cloud.
St. Cloud police are investigating a shooting that killed one person and injured two others early Sunday morning.
Two fights broke out amongst students at St. Cloud Tech High School on Wednesday.
Police in St. Cloud say a 49-year-old woman is in the hospital after an accidental shooting.
No one was reported injured after a shootout erupted between two groups on a St. Cloud street Wednesday night.
The city of St. Cloud is looking to revitalize its downtown and it's looking for funding from the state.
Victoria Veliz, 26, pleaded guilty to second-degree burglary on Friday for her role in vandalizing a mosque in St. Cloud.
A St. Cloud man was found guilty in federal court of illegally possessing multiple firearms as a felon.
Those eager to cash in on a budding marijuana industry in Minnesota or cultivate plants of their own can turn to St. Cloud State University this fall to learn how.
For the first time in Minnesota, you can get certified in going green.
The decision to not charge the law enforcement officers involved in the killing of Winston Smith in Minneapolis in 2021 will stand after a review of cellphone video of the encounter, the Hennepin County Attorney's Office said Friday
Police say extreme cold may have played a factor in the death of a 36-year-old St. Paul man.
Less than a year after his highly praised stop in St. Paul, Sturgill Simpson will return for another Twin Cities show.
Abdallah Candies in Apple Valley is gearing up for big business for the sweetest day of the year.
The city of Burnsville will honor three fallen first responders on Tuesday, which will mark one year since they were killed by a gunman during a standoff.
The decision to not charge the law enforcement officers involved in the killing of Winston Smith in Minneapolis in 2021 will stand after a review of cellphone video of the encounter, the Hennepin County Attorney's Office said Friday
Police say extreme cold may have played a factor in the death of a 36-year-old St. Paul man.
Less than a year after his highly praised stop in St. Paul, Sturgill Simpson will return for another Twin Cities show.
Abdallah Candies in Apple Valley is gearing up for big business for the sweetest day of the year.
The city of Burnsville will honor three fallen first responders on Tuesday, which will mark one year since they were killed by a gunman during a standoff.
A driver in a truck struck a house in southern Minnesota early Thursday morning, then fled before authorities arrived, police said.
Federal immigration officials are in Minnesota this week and WCCO has learned of at least two men who were detained in Rochester.
Multiple people have either tossed their hat into the ring, or confirmed they are at least considering doing so, for the U.S. Senate following Sen. Tina Smith's announcement she will not be running for reelection in 2026.
Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan announced she plans to run for U.S. Senate on the same day Sen. Tina Smith announced she will not be seeking reelection next year.
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.
As the largest race of its type, the Birkie brings 12,000 ski competitors and 25,000 spectators from all 50 states and two dozen countries.
A few inches of snow fell across Minnesota and Wisconsin after a snow storm Friday night into Saturday.
A unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that the swing state's nonpartisan top elections official can remain in her post despite not being reappointed and confirmed by the state Senate.
Authorities say slick road conditions contributed to a western Wisconsin crash that killed a 38-year-old man on Thursday.
The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association announced on Tuesday that 2,414 entries submitted for the 2025 U.S. Championship Cheese Contest.
It's not harvest season in Minnesota, but a local organization is working to support and build up Black and Brown farmers across the state year-round.
There can be reasons to put off going to treatment, but two friends are removing one big barrier.
From keynote speakers and dedicated discussions to live performances and museum exhibits, the Twin Cities is providing many ways for everyone to celebrate Black History.
It's ten below zero in Montgomery Minnesota, but these ladies aren't bothered — they are focused.
The Stillwater community and beyond are rallying around a high school girls soccer coach while he recovers from a spinal injury.
Attorneys general from 14 states are challenging the authority of Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency.
The future of what would be the largest expansion of gambling in decades is uncertain after a setback during a Senate committee on Thursday.
The debate descended into some personal attacks and became sort of a proxy war for bigger political battles at Minneapolis City Hall.
Federal immigration officials are in Minnesota this week and WCCO has learned of at least two men who were detained in Rochester. David Schuman spoke to the owner of the restaurant where they worked.
Democratic Senator Tina Smith says she will not be running for reelection in 2026. That means Minnesota will have its first open U.S. Senate election since 2008. Esme Murphy has the latest.
Tuesday in Minneapolis, Canadian ministers met with local business leaders to discuss issues related to the now-delayed 25% tariffs on all imports from Canada and Mexico.
Fighting fraud will be front and center for lawmakers at the Minnesota State Capitol on Tuesday.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has a busy year ahead with the state legislature back in session, clashing with new federal policies ordered by President Trump and mulling over whether to run for a third term.
Esme Murphy speaks with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about, or avoiding, during Trump's second term of his presidency.
Lynde's is paying $12,000 more a month for eggs compared to a year ago. The price spike has forced owner Mark Lynde to do something he's never done before.
A man was shot during an attempted carjacking near Loring Park on Thursday afternoon, according to the Minneapolis Police Department.
A wrongful conviction lawsuit has been filed on behalf of Marvin Haynes, a man released from prison in 2023 after spending almost two decades behind bars for a murder he did not commit.
Investigators think three burglars arrested in Ohio last month could be connected to a string of high-end heists in Minnesota.
Authorities in the north metro say a driver rammed multiple cars during a police chase before fleeing the area on foot Wednesday evening.
Community leaders in Minneapolis think a "boots on the ground" approach is the best way to curb youth violence.
More than half of teenagers between the ages of 13 and 17 use popular social media sites like TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat, according to the Pew Research Center. While social media allows teenagers to connect, safety advocates say it also presents harmful content.
Hennepin Healthcare hospital is set to embark on a $2.5 billion renovation project, the most expensive in the hospital's history.
The NGO Doctors for America argued that HHS, CDC and FDA violated federal law in removing medical information from public-facing websites.
Eagles fans likely had a stress-free time watching the Super Bowl. Their hair might be especially thankful for that.
The president of the University of Minnesota said a slash in funding for medical research grants by the National Institutes of Health could have "serious consequences" for patients in the state.
Less than a year after his highly praised stop in St. Paul, Sturgill Simpson will return for another Twin Cities show.
Organizers of the Basilica Block Party on Wednesday announced their decision to cancel this year's event.
Officials on Wednesday morning announced the winners of this year's Name a Snowplow contest.
Musical drama "Paradise Blue" is set to open this month at the Penumbra Theatre.
Workers at legendary Minneapolis music venue First Avenue and its six Twin Cities sister clubs have ratified their first-ever union contract in a unanimous vote this weekend.
Meet Giddy Unongo, a swimmer with autism at Minneapolis Southwest who is thriving with the help of two coaches. Plus, we catch up with a Minnetonka goaltender who may be one of the best in the country.
The Ottawa Charge scored as many goals in one game on Thursday night as they had in their last seven games combined for an 8-3 win over the Minnesota Frost.
Cotie McMahon scored 25 points and Elsa Lemmila finished with six points and a pivotal last-second block as No. 9 Ohio State beat Minnesota 87-84 in overtime.
Naz Reid had 27 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists for the short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves in a 116-101 victory over Oklahoma City that stopped the Thunder's seven-game winning streak.
The future of what would be the largest expansion of gambling in decades is uncertain after a setback during a Senate committee on Thursday.
New polling from CBS shows positive numbers for President Trump's opening weeks.
Esme Murphy speaks with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about, or avoiding, during Trump's second term of his presidency.
President Donald Trump has proved his policy announcements are unpredictable. But what does that mean for your money? In Talk Points, Esme Murphy spoke with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about or avoiding during a second Trump Presidency.
Supporters say sports betting has its best chance ever of passing the Minnesota Legislature this session, but there is a big if.
Supporters say sports betting has its best chance ever of passing the Minnesota Legislature this session, but there is a big if.
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.
In the basement of the Minnesota History Center, you'll find corridors of giant blue cabinets that are guarded by lock and key.
The story behind the St. James Hotel is simple: 11 business owners needed a place for people to stay when they came to town. Likely none of them envisioned their establishment would one day end up on the National Register of Historic Places.
During the first week of December, Little Falls holds Christmas tours around town. It's a chance for historic buildings to deck their halls and spread their cheer.
Starting May 7, Minnesotans age 18 and older will no longer be able to use their standard driver's license to fly domestically or enter certain federal facilities.
The Agriculture Department predicts egg prices could rise another 20% this year. That might have some families rolling up their sleeves to go straight to the source.
Eagles fans likely had a stress-free time watching the Super Bowl. Their hair might be especially thankful for that.
It's no secret that many of us are glued to our phones. After all, 98% of Americans own one.
The Bakken Museum in South Minneapolis allows people to learn about the awkward and sometimes painful feeling.
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.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak has your latest forecast, including when you can expect temperatures to take a dramatic drop, and then rise.
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.
Police say extreme cold may have played a factor in the death of a 36-year-old St. Paul man.
St. Paul police say extreme cold may have played a factor in the death of a 36-year-old man, plus more of the day’s top stories.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says, once snow moves through, all of next week remains bitterly cold with wind chills pushing 30 degrees below zero each morning (and minus 10, at best, in the afternoon).
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak has your latest forecast, including when you can expect temperatures to take a dramatic drop, and then rise.
Minnesota legislature is looking to expand a bill that would help alleviate stress and financial burden due to medical debt. WCCO's Jason Rantala reports from the capitol.
St. Paul police say extreme cold may have played a factor in the death of a 36-year-old man, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Everyone has an opinion on which type of chocolate is the best, and everyone's got a least favorite.
From asking to meet the other person's parents, to posting photos to "make it official" on social media way ahead of schedule, these are the behaviors that drive prospective partners up the wall.