Train carrying hazardous materials derails in Meeker Co.
A train carrying hazardous materials derailed on Thursday night in Meeker County, Minnesota, about 25 miles southwest of St. Cloud.
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A train carrying hazardous materials derailed on Thursday night in Meeker County, Minnesota, about 25 miles southwest of St. Cloud.
A teenager from St. Cloud who hadn't been seen for three days was found safe on Monday.
Just before midnight on July 3, St. Cloud police say two men in a Lyft were hit and killed by a driver running from police.
The suspect driver, a 26-year-old Sauk Rapids man, is hospitalized in critical condition.
It is the tribe's second such cannabis dispensary. Their first opened in Moorhead in May.
The St. Cloud Police Department said charges are pending against a 22-year-old man and 16-year-old boy, whose primary graffiti tags are "BESH" and "VANISH," respectively.
Police in central Minnesota say they've seen an uptick in car thefts in recent weeks and are warning residents to be vigilant.
On Tuesday, Gov. Tim Walz signed the first tribal-state compact authorized under Minnesota's 2023 cannabis law.
The officer who was attacked with the knife fired one round from their handgun, and the bullet hit the man in the arm
The St. Cloud Area YMCA will pay $140,000 and provide other relief to settle a sexual harassment lawsuit, according to U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
In 1969, WCCO reporter Al Austin and photojournalist Gordon Bartouche traveled to Vietnam and followed nearly a dozen Minnesota soldiers on the front lines. Pauleen Le reconnects with one of those "grunts": John Steele.
The Board of Trustees governing the Minnesota State system has discussed tuition increases ranging from 3.5 to 9% in each of the next year to plug budget shortfalls.
The remains of a woman who was last seen nearly nine years ago were found in St. Cloud, Minnesota, police say.
A Minnesota police officer is on unpaid administrative leave after he was charged with sexually abusing a young girl when he was a teenager.
Last month, a jury found Deionte Parker guilty of aiding and abetting second-degree murder and being an ineligible person with a prior crime of violence in possession of a firearm.
A judge has issued the full ruling clearing Minnesota college student Joshua Riibe in the disappearance last month of Pitt student Sudiksha Konanki.
Joshua Riibe is returning to the U.S. one day after a Dominican Republic judge ruled he should be freed from police surveillance.
A man died Friday after being stabbed Thursday night.
A Minnesota high school senior is dead following a motorcycle crash late Monday night.
A 7-year-old girl remains hospitalized after being found unresponsive in a Minnesota YMCA pool this weekend during a swimming lesson.
A man accused of three sexual assaults in St. Paul was arrested by police in central Minnesota on Monday.
A St. Cloud man was convicted on Tuesday of two charges and acquitted of a third in connection with a fatal shooting at a house party in 2023, authorities said.
Two men accused of sexually assaulting a central Minnesota college student have been arrested.
An investigation is underway after a shooting left a 17-year-old dead in St. Cloud early Sunday morning.
The Central Minnesota Violent Offender Task Force said 52 overdose deaths in two-and-a-half years in St. Cloud prompted the investigation.
The Minneapolis City Council will hold a public hearing over a proposed ordinance that would decriminalize drug paraphernalia on Tuesday morning.
Minnesota state Republican Reps. Elliott Engen and Walter Hudson will be stripped of their committee assignments, a legislative source familiar with the matter told WCCO on Monday night.
A $180 million hemp industry creating THC drinks and edibles could come to a halt under a new federal law set to kick in this fall. Minnesota businesses say they are already bracing for impact while pushing Congress to reverse course.
The Basilica of St. Mary in downtown Minneapolis is getting a $45 million restoration. The building has been holding services since 1914.
Damage from the fire can still be seen on surrounding buildings and there's an empty space where the Holdingford Mill once stood, but through this devastation came a discovery.
The Minneapolis City Council will hold a public hearing over a proposed ordinance that would decriminalize drug paraphernalia on Tuesday morning.
Minnesota state Republican Reps. Elliott Engen and Walter Hudson will be stripped of their committee assignments, a legislative source familiar with the matter told WCCO on Monday night.
The Basilica of St. Mary in downtown Minneapolis is getting a $45 million restoration. The building has been holding services since 1914.
Stanley's Northeast Bar Room in Minneapolis is back open after a vehicle crashed into it on Monday, according to the establishment.
Minneapolis officials have released surveillance footage of a federal officer shooting a man on the city's north side in January. The release comes nearly two months after the officers involved were reprimanded for lying about the encounter.
Damage from the fire can still be seen on surrounding buildings and there's an empty space where the Holdingford Mill once stood, but through this devastation came a discovery.
A man accused of killing his coworker at a food and dairy processing facility in central Minnesota has been found incompetent to stand trial.
If you've been to New Ulm, Minnesota, you've likely seen Hermann the German, the 102-foot tall monument in Hermann Heights. It was once the second tallest copper statue in the country after the Statue of Liberty.
A Faribault, Minnesota, man is facing five charges after being accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old runaway girl, according to court records filed on Friday.
A Stearns County, Minnesota, woman is accused of second-degree manslaughter after a 3-month-old baby suffocated in her allegedly unlicensed at-home day care.
Owen Hailey was the second oldest of four siblings, and was known to be everyone's best bud.
Efforts to quickly and quietly oust the president of the University of Wisconsin system are drawing fire from a Republican legislative leader.
The president of Wisconsin's largest mosque was detained by federal immigration agents, drawing accusations from local officials and religious leaders that the arrest was motivated by his statements against Israel.
Some schools in Minnesota have already announced closings or shifts to virtual learning on Thursday as another round of winter weather threatens parts of the state.
A suspect is in custody after a "written threat" led to the brief evacuation of a church in Hudson, Wisconsin, Tuesday morning.
Mackenzie Reed, head custodian at Shakopee East Middle School, has painted large-scale murals throughout the building she once attended as a student, creating a more welcoming space for current students.
Kristi comes to the Salvation Army not only to get food, but to shine her light. She talks with and encourages people waiting in line.
The way Mary Hernandez describes it, the effort to keep families off the street in Shakopee, Minnesota, is like trying to keep your head above water.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections says 95% of all incarcerated individuals will eventually be released from prison. The DOC says it does all it can to help people transition back into the community as productive citizens.
The Minneapolis City Council will hold a public hearing over a proposed ordinance that would decriminalize drug paraphernalia on Tuesday morning.
There is little debate that people don't want drug needles littering sidewalks and yards. However, there is a big debate in Minneapolis about whether it should be illegal to possess needles and syringes. Some members of the City Council say arresting people carrying drug paraphernalia doesn't help the problem. They're following the lead of state lawmakers. Ashley Grams has the pushback from business leaders.
Minnesota state Republican Reps. Elliott Engen and Walter Hudson will be stripped of their committee assignments, a legislative source familiar with the matter told WCCO on Monday night.
A $180 million hemp industry creating THC drinks and edibles could come to a halt under a new federal law set to kick in this fall. Minnesota businesses say they are already bracing for impact while pushing Congress to reverse course.
Farmers in Minnesota are facing a lot of uncertainty with tariffs and the rising price of fuel and fertilizer. Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar held a meeting with farmers in Cannon Falls on Monday to address the issues. She's introduced federal bipartisan bills aimed at lowering fertilizer costs.
It's a bittersweet changing of kegs and hands in northeast Minneapolis as HeadFlyer Brewing issued a permanent last call on Sunday.
Minnesota continues to beat the national gas price average, but there are still ways to save in the metro area.
A passenger on an American Airlines flight from New York to Chicago has been charged with making a false bomb threat that forced an emergency landing at Detroit Metro Airport last month, according to a federal criminal complaint.
Your car isn't the only vehicle that needs gas. It's a huge budget item for Minnesota fire departments, police and mass transit.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
A man accused of killing his coworker at a food and dairy processing facility in central Minnesota has been found incompetent to stand trial.
A Faribault, Minnesota, man is facing five charges after being accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old runaway girl, according to court records filed on Friday.
A Stearns County, Minnesota, woman is accused of second-degree manslaughter after a 3-month-old baby suffocated in her allegedly unlicensed at-home day care.
A 22-year-old woman is accused of fatally striking a University of St. Thomas Student with the vehicle she was driving in northeast Minneapolis last month before leaving the scene, according to court documents.
A 19-year-old man pleaded guilty in the fatal shooting of Justin "Juice" Marshall in south Minneapolis last summer.
A Minnesota camp is giving children facing a parent's cancer diagnosis a place just to be kids.
Children's Minnesota announced Monday it is resuming gender-affirming care for children just over a month after pausing it amid "threats" from the federal government.
Nurses and physicians at Hennepin Healthcare in downtown Minneapolis, home to the first level-one and busiest trauma center in Minnesota, on Wednesday urged the state Legislature to throw the hospital a lifeline — and fast.
Ramsey County, Minnesota, health officials say the county had its first case of mumps reported in about five years.
The Supreme Court's 8-1 ruling siding with a Colorado counselor who claimed the state's restriction unconstitutionally censored her conversations with young patients does not immediately strike down Minnesota's law.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
A Minnesota singer has made the big time, signing his first record deal after 43 years in the music business.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
LaMelo Ball scored 35 points and Miles Bridges added 25 points, eight rebounds and seven assists for the surging Charlotte Hornets in a 122-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Richie Palacios hit a two-run homer in a three-run 10th inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Minnesota Twins 4-1.
UCLA finished the season 37-1 by defeating the three-time national champion South Carolina Gamecocks.
The Detroit Red Wings were defeated 5-4 by the Wild on Sunday. Kirill Kaprizov completed the sixth hat trick of his NHL career on the power play with 1:51 remaining to lead Minnesota to victory.
Ryan Hartman scored twice to lead the Minnesota Wild to a 4-1 win over the Ottawa Senators on Saturday.
The Trump administration's positions on a number of issues is prompting debate on constitutional powers versus executive orders.
The Trump administration's positions on a number of issues is prompting debate on constitutional powers versus executive orders. WCCO spoke with David Schultz, a congressional law professor at Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota, to get some clarity.
Julie Le, who was removed from her post after telling a judge "this job sucks," is now challenging Rep. Ilhan Omar in Minnesota's 5th District.
In 2025, the entire U.S. Attorney's office had 77 immigration detention cases, she said. In January 2026, she alone was assigned 88 cases.
One of the most heated issues remains immigration, where Craig has walked back her support for the Laken Riley Act.
Shattuck-St. Mary's is more than a hockey school, but hockey has helped put the school on the map. They have banners and big names to prove it, though the real evidence lies with a man called Rooster.
Opening Day for the Minnesota Twins is almost here. And across town, the St. Paul Saints are getting ready for their season, too, with some added history.
The Nuss Collection is home to a lot of vintage trucks.
Denis Doyle was born in Kilkenny, Ireland. He emigrated to the U.S. and in 1856, Doyle traveled to Le Sueur County. Other Irish immigrants joined Doyle and the town was born.
One of the oldest operating theaters in the Midwest is in danger of closing its doors for good.
It's estimated that children playing with fire set more than 20,000 fires every year. On average, the fires they start cause nearly 1,000 injuries and 150 deaths each year.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
The produce section at grocery stores is packed with nutrient-dense foods. Certain fruits and vegetables, in particular, are packed with fiber, and a new diet trend has people "maxxing" out on it.
Minnesota's recent swing from heavy snow to record heat is a recipe for rocky roads.
Heavy snow followed by bitter cold hit Minnesotans with a double whammy of winter. The good news is spring-like weather is right around the corner, but its quick arrival could spell trouble for homeowners.
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.
NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says temperatures will be in the 40s on Tuesday in the Twin Cities before warming to the 60s on Wednesday, though some residents could see rain on the latter of the 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.
High temperatures will be in the 40s across central and southern Minnesota on Tuesday with wind gusts between 10 mph and 15 mph, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says we warm to the mid-40s tomorrow as clouds increase.
Highs will be in the 50s on Thursday and Friday. We could see more showers late Thursday, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says temperatures will be in the 40s on Tuesday in the Twin Cities before warming to the 60s on Wednesday, though some residents could see rain on the latter of the days.
Tax Day is on April 15. Refunds are on the way or already in the bank account of those who have already filed. In this Good Question, Jeff Wagner shares tips from a financial adviser on how to make smart decisions with that financial boost.
New video and new tips have led to an arrest in a deadly hit-and-run crash that killed a University of St. Thomas student last month. Ubah Ali shows how a video from a Tesla helped make the case against the alleged drunk driver.
There is little debate that people don't want drug needles littering sidewalks and yards. However, there is a big debate in Minneapolis about whether it should be illegal to possess needles and syringes. Some members of the City Council say arresting people carrying drug paraphernalia doesn't help the problem. They're following the lead of state lawmakers. Ashley Grams has the pushback from business leaders.
Farmers in Minnesota are facing a lot of uncertainty with tariffs and the rising price of fuel and fertilizer. Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar held a meeting with farmers in Cannon Falls on Monday to address the issues. She's introduced federal bipartisan bills aimed at lowering fertilizer costs.