Benilde-St. Margaret's boys lacrosse team seeks 5th state championship
The Benilde-St. Margaret's boys are back at state, for the fifth year in a row, undefeated, and with the top seed.
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17-year-old to stand trial as adult in Edina, St. Louis Park carjackings
A 17-year-old from Minneapolis will stand trial as an adult in a pair of carjackings that happened in December 2021 in Edina and St. Louis Park. Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman says that the teen faces five counts of first-degree aggravated robbery.
St. Louis Park OKs $4 million for water main repairs
With the cause of the break still unknown, the city plans to work with a third-party consultant to investigate, and will allow homeowners in on the selection process.
St. Louis Park residents sound off after second water main break
Neighbors who've been forced to dry out their homes twice now are going directly to their city leaders to find out how repairs are getting paid.
'Give us our homes back:' Flooded St. Louis Park residents consider legal action against city
"The city insurance is not enough and it's not going to be enough, and we want the city insurance payout and enough to cover to rebuild our homes because it shouldn't fall on us, period," homeowner Jennifer Snyder said.
St. Louis Park residents left frustrated after 2nd water main break
More than a dozen homeowners near the intersection of Minnetonka Boulevard and Texas Ave South say they're both frustrated and exhausted after their homes were flooded by the second water break in two weeks.
Questions Remain Following St. Louis Park Water Main Break That Left Dozens Of Houses Flooded
Dozens of homeowners packed a community center in hopes of learning what caused a costly water main break and how the city plans to help pay for the damage.
'Our Entire Neighborhood Is A Disaster': St. Louis Park Residents Scramble After Water Main Break Floods 50 Homes
Dozens of homeowners are still cleaning up from flooding, days after a water main break.
Dozens Of Homes Flooded After Water Main Breaks In St. Louis Park
It was a wet weekend for many people living in St. Louis Park. A water main break flooded dozens of homes on and around Minnetonka Boulevard.
St. Louis Park Renews Program To Help Homeowners, Businesses Switch To Solar Power
On this Earth Day, how one local suburb is helping homeowners make the change to solar power.
High School Seniors Strive To Make Their St. Louis Park School More Sustainable
"When someone tells you 'no,' and it's going to happen, you don't have to take that as 'It will never happen,'" said Luca Dalsin. "You can find another way to do it."
Meet The Young Minnesotans Taking Aim At Climate Change
"We are so worried about our environment and making sure that we have a healthy and wonderful place to live for not just ourselves or our parents or grandparents, but for our kids and our grandkids," Paige Jacobson said.
Charges: Kahron Nix Lit Multiple Fires At St. Louis Park Apt., Threatened To Shoot Responding Officers
A 29-year-old St. Louis Park man faces charges accusing him of lighting multiple fires at a St. Louis Park apartment complex and threatening the lives of responding police officers earlier this week.
Standoff At St. Louis Park Apartment Building Ends; Person Taken To Hospital For Evaluation
A person was evaluated at a Twin Cities hospital Tuesday after being involved in an hours-long standoff with authorities at a St. Louis Park apartment building.
Charges: Andres Castillo Rammed Multiple Police Vehicles With Stolen Vehicle In St. Louis Park
A 26-year-old Minneapolis man faces charges accusing him of ramming multiple police squad vehicles with a stolen vehicle in St. Louis Park Sunday.
As COVID Cases Drop, Restaurants See Bump In Business
It's been two years since restaurants were forced to shut down for in-dining service after COVID-19 first arrived in Minnesota. Now, businesses are planning to have a more normal March for the first time in years.
Robbinsdale Schools, St. Louis Park H.S. Won't Compete Against New Prague Over Incidents Of Alleged Racism
A Twin Cities high school and an entire school district will no longer compete with a south metro school after another alleged incident of student-athletes experiencing racism while playing there.
1 Killed In Crash On Highway 169 In St. Louis Park
Authorities say a crash in the west metro Monday left one person dead.
Police Release Photos Of I-394 Shooting Suspect Vehicle, Seeking Public's Help
According to city officials, police officers responded at 10:55 p.m. to 1500 Park Place Boulevard. There, a male driver told police that he was shot by occupants of another vehicle while driving eastbound on I-394 near Dakota Avenue.
Driver Shot While On I-394 In St. Louis Park, Investigation Underway
Officials in St. Louis Park say a person has been hospitalized after a shooting on Interstate 394 Thursday evening.
St. Louis Park Will Enact Mask Mandate
Another Twin Cities suburb will enact a mask mandate in an attempt to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Suspected Carjackers Arrested In St. Paul After Metro-Wide Chase
Two people suspected in several carjackings and other robberies in St. Louis Park were arrested Tuesday night in St. Paul after a pursuit that spanned several metro freeways.
Carjackers Target Woman Outside Woodbury Lakes Shopping Center, Police Say
Police are investigating a carjacking Wednesday evening outside of the Woodbury Lakes Shopping Center.
3 Teenagers Charged In Edina And St. Louis Park Carjackings
Three teenagers have been charged Monday in connection to two carjackings in Edina and St. Louis Park.
Twin Cities Suburbs Collaborating To Combat 'Disturbing' Rise In Crime
An uptick in brazen crimes has some city leaders developing a plan to try and stop carjacking's and robberies.
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U.S. unsolved homicide rates soar, and Minneapolis is pacing worse than nat'l average
The day after Terrell Mayes, Jr. celebrated Christmas with his family, the 3-year-old and his siblings heard gunshots. A stray bullet struck Terrell as he ran up the stairs inside his north Minneapolis home. For more than a decade, WCCO has followed his grieving mother's push to find her son's killer.
Drowsy driver crashes into Duluth restaurant
A popular North Shore restaurant is temporarily closed for a major remodel ahead of its busiest weekend of the year -- but this wasn't a planned project.
23-year-old man shot inside Marcus Cinema in Oakdale, suspect flees
Police in Oakdale are investigating after a 23-year-old man was shot inside Marcus Cinema in Oakdale Tuesday evening.
One-of-a-kind garden highlights Ojibwe culture, sense of beauty
Sue Foss began growing her garden near Sandstone in 1989. She and her husband, Rod, planted over 500 different kinds of flowers, shrubs and trees to honor the Ojibwe people.
How to help your crispy lawn during our June drought
"Golden grass does not mean completely dead," said Bachman's horticulturalist Heather Johnson.
Prosecutors seek prison for 3 ex-Minneapolis officers in George Floyd killing
Federal prosecutors asked a judge Wednesday to sentence one of the four former Minneapolis police officers convicted of civil rights violations in George Floyd's killing to as many as 6 1/2 years in prison but to impose significantly stiffer yet unspecified sentences on two others.
Motorcyclist killed in I-494 in Richfield
A Shakopee man is dead following a motorcycle crash Wednesday afternoon on a Twin Cities freeway.
Witness rattled but not surprised by Oakdale theater shooting
The shooting happened around 10 p.m. Tuesday at the Marcus Cinema in Oakdale. A 23-year-old man from Hugo was hurt and is expected to recover. Investigators don't believe the shooting was random.
Eden Prairie community revives local paper felled amid pandemic
In the last year and a half, Eden Prairie Local News has pumped out headlines about new developments, new hires and new roads exclusive to Eden Prairie.
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Prosecutors seek prison for 3 ex-Minneapolis officers in George Floyd killing
Federal prosecutors asked a judge Wednesday to sentence one of the four former Minneapolis police officers convicted of civil rights violations in George Floyd's killing to as many as 6 1/2 years in prison but to impose significantly stiffer yet unspecified sentences on two others.
Witness rattled but not surprised by Oakdale theater shooting
The shooting happened around 10 p.m. Tuesday at the Marcus Cinema in Oakdale. A 23-year-old man from Hugo was hurt and is expected to recover. Investigators don't believe the shooting was random.
Eden Prairie community revives local paper felled amid pandemic
In the last year and a half, Eden Prairie Local News has pumped out headlines about new developments, new hires and new roads exclusive to Eden Prairie.
Some Minneapolis beaches now home to turtle nesting sanctuaries
On a gorgeous day at Bde Maka Ska, there's a portion reserved for some of the area's smaller and slower moving residents.
Crash in Maple Grove leaves 2-year-old child dead
City officials in Maple Grove say the crash happened Thursday evening on the 1600 block of County Road 81, near the Elm Creek Park Reserve in the northwest metro.
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One-of-a-kind garden highlights Ojibwe culture, sense of beauty
Sue Foss began growing her garden near Sandstone in 1989. She and her husband, Rod, planted over 500 different kinds of flowers, shrubs and trees to honor the Ojibwe people.
Drowsy driver crashes into Duluth restaurant
A popular North Shore restaurant is temporarily closed for a major remodel ahead of its busiest weekend of the year -- but this wasn't a planned project.
Minnesota reports sharp rise in syphilis cases in 2021
While researches say this uptick in syphilis cases mirrors a national trend, questions remain about what's behind it, specifically concerning the role of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Investigators say drone that dropped candy near kids was an "ill-conceived effort" at social media content
The Benton County Sheriff's Office said that investigators spoke with the drone pilot following a suspicious activity complaint, finding that the candy-dropping episode was part of a content creation scheme rather than criminal activity.
VIDEO: Bear caught hanging out on top of bird feeder
A WCCO viewer with a camera was quick on his feet in northern Minnesota recently, and captured another video of a bear getting awfully close to civilization.
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Wisconsin governor, AG file legal challenge to 1849 abortion law
Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers has filed a direct challenge to the state's 1849 criminal abortion law that bans nearly all abortions.
Anti-abortion groups look to update 1849 Wisconsin ban
Some Democrats and abortion rights supporters have questioned the validity of a law that had been on the books for 173 years but wasn't enforced due to the Roe decision.
Wisconsin's Tony Evers looks for boost from anger over abortion
Wisconsin's Democratic Gov. Tony Evers hopes to translate anger over the U.S. Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade into votes this fall as he vows to fight a 173-year-old state abortion ban in any way he can.
Hearing set for Wisconsin teen accused of killing girl
Chippewa County Circuit Judge Benjamin Lane on Friday scheduled a Sept. 1 preliminary hearing for the 14-year-old boy, identified in court documents as C.T.P.-B.
Wisconsin doctors suspend abortion services
The president and CEO of Wisconsin's Planned Parenthood, Tanya Atkinson, says they will still help patients navigate to states where abortion remains legal.
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Several Minnesota companies to reimburse workers who travel for abortion services
Law professor David Schultz says the companies could face consequences in states like Texas, which have criminalized not only abortion, but anyone facilitating an abortion.
Walz campaign clarifies remark on Supreme Court retirements
Democratic Gov. Tim Walz's campaign on Wednesday clarified remarks he made on abortion a day earlier, acknowledging that only one Minnesota Supreme Court justice will hit the mandatory retirement age in the next gubernatorial term, not three.
Former aide on Jan. 6 warnings, pardon requests, and Trump trying to grab the wheel
Cassidy Hutchinson, an aide to former chief of staff Mark Meadows, testified that Trump said about the crowd at the Ellipse "something to the effect of, 'I don't effing care that they have weapons.'"
Good Question: What could actually come from the Jan. 6 hearings?
The January 6th hearings are not a trial, but have felt like one at times, whether that's in the court of public opinion, or criminal court.
Bill aims to close legal gap after several Minnesota families lose savings to pool contractor
A WCCO investigation has sparked state action to protect your money and property.
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Citing "operational challenges," Delta offers holiday weekend travelers waivers to rebook
Delta, one of the nation's largest airlines with a hub at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, has a free flight change policy for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, as the company expects a record number of travelers since the pandemic began.
Minnesota resorts are booked solid this summer
Some of the guests booked at the resorts this July 4th weekend are actually being re-booked from canceled trips last summer or even 2020. It's created a logjam of reservations for several weeks.
Proposed legislation will aim to close legal gap after several Minnesota families lose savings to pool contractor
A WCCO investigation has sparked state action to protect your money and property.
Metro Transit ridership rebounds as gas prices soar
Gas, groceries, and just about everything is getting more expensive. As we look for ways to save money, more are opting to hop on public transit.
As gas prices continue to surge ahead of summer holidays, Minnesota marinas navigate pain at the pump
As Minnesota's average price for gasoline maintains a price near $4.75 a gallon heading into the heart of summer, marinas along the St. Croix River are averaging prices up to $2 more.
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Prosecutors seek prison for 3 ex-Minneapolis officers in George Floyd killing
Federal prosecutors asked a judge Wednesday to sentence one of the four former Minneapolis police officers convicted of civil rights violations in George Floyd's killing to as many as 6 1/2 years in prison but to impose significantly stiffer yet unspecified sentences on two others.
Witness rattled but not surprised by Oakdale theater shooting
The shooting happened around 10 p.m. Tuesday at the Marcus Cinema in Oakdale. A 23-year-old man from Hugo was hurt and is expected to recover. Investigators don't believe the shooting was random.
Investigators say drone that dropped candy near kids was an "ill-conceived effort" at social media content
The Benton County Sheriff's Office said that investigators spoke with the drone pilot following a suspicious activity complaint, finding that the candy-dropping episode was part of a content creation scheme rather than criminal activity.
Motorcyclist boxed in by state patrol on metro highway
Traffic cameras captured video of Minnesota State Patrol troopers boxing in a motorcyclist who allegedly refused to pull over during a traffic stop.
U.S. unsolved homicide rates soar, and Minneapolis is pacing worse than nat'l average
The day after Terrell Mayes, Jr. celebrated Christmas with his family, the 3-year-old and his siblings heard gunshots. A stray bullet struck Terrell as he ran up the stairs inside his north Minneapolis home. For more than a decade, WCCO has followed his grieving mother's push to find her son's killer.
Health
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Several Minnesota companies to reimburse workers who travel for abortion services
Law professor David Schultz says the companies could face consequences in states like Texas, which have criminalized not only abortion, but anyone facilitating an abortion.
Minnesota reports sharp rise in syphilis cases in 2021
While researches say this uptick in syphilis cases mirrors a national trend, questions remain about what's behind it, specifically concerning the role of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
2 monkeypox cases now confirmed in Minnesota
Another monkeypox case has been confirmed in Minnesota.
North Dakota's only abortion clinic preps move to Minnesota
The clinic has been planning this move since the leak of the U.S. Supreme Court draft opinion last month.
North Dakota AG: Fargo abortion clinic must close July 28
North Dakota's attorney general said Tuesday that the state's sole abortion clinic will be forced to shut down at the end of July, at which time patients will likely head across the Red River to neighboring Moorhead.
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For F1RST Wrestling's Arik Cannon, bringing the event back to Mall of America is "surreal"
Arik Cannon wasn't at the Mall of America on Sept. 4, 1995, when WCW wrestlers tussled in the rotunda for the first episode of "Monday Nitro. Now, 27 years later, he's finally going to get to see wrestling at the mall. In fact, he's in charge of the whole event.
These are the most popular game consoles in each state
In a single uninterrupted battle for supremacy of the living room, the console wars have given gamers such legendary installments as the Nintendo 64 and the PlayStation 2 and such cautionary tales as the Nokia N-Gage and the Ouya.
After 27 years, professional wrestling returns to Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro." In September, professional wrestling will return to the mall.
Flashback: "WCW Monday Nitro" at Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro."
Long-awaited, modernized 'Emma' makes debut at Guthrie Theater
The adaptation by playwright Kate Hamill honors the 1815 novel while using lots of humor, modern-day clothing, and pop music, similar to "Bridgerton."
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Naylor's 2-run HR in 10th gives Guardians 7-6 win over Twins
Josh Naylor hit a two-run homer with two outs in the 10th inning, completing a four-run rally that gave the Cleveland Guardians a 7-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night.
AP source: Timberwolves, Taurean Prince reach 2-year, $16M extension
The Minnesota Timberwolves are bringing back reserve forward Taurean Prince, who became a vital part of the second unit in his first season with the club.
1-On-1 With Soccer Legend Briana Scurry
Mike Max sits down with Briana Scurry, to catch up 33 years after their last interview together.
Twins sparkplug Luis Arraez rises to top of batting race
Just a few months into Luis Arraez's major league career, Cleveland manager Terry Francona marveled at the hitting machine division rival Minnesota was integrating into the lineup and predicted he would one day win a batting title.
LA Kings get Kevin Fiala in trade with Minnesota Wild
The Los Angeles Kings have acquired high-scoring forward Kevin Fiala from the Minnesota Wild in exchange for their first-round pick in the upcoming draft and prospect Brock Faber.
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One-of-a-kind garden highlights Ojibwe culture, sense of beauty
Sue Foss began growing her garden near Sandstone in 1989. She and her husband, Rod, planted over 500 different kinds of flowers, shrubs and trees to honor the Ojibwe people.
Minneopa State Park enjoys a bison baby boom
"They are pretty laid back and calm. They really are," said park manager Ashley Steevens. "They're managed as a wild herd, so this is their territory. This is their home."
The story behind Faribault County's Jolly Green Giant statue
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how a giant statue ended up in the city of Blue Earth.
After More Than A Century, Southern Minnesota Restaurant Still Slinging 'Dam' Good Burgers, Pies
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to the Rapidan Dam Store in Blue Earth County.
'It's Bizarre': Southern Minnesota Ghost Town Still Attracting Summer Visitors
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us on a tour of a treasured ghost town in Fillmore County, near the Iowa border.
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What will come of the January 6th hearings?
"The question then becomes though, even if the ex-president indicted, is there enough to convict," said constitutional law professor David Schultz.
Why is golf so hard?
"If you think of any other sport out there, whether it's football, baseball hockey, the ball is coming at you and react to it," said PGA pro Phil Anderson. "Whereas you have to think about it and make a movement away from a golf ball.
Why Are Some People More Prone To Mosquito Bites?
"One thing that scientists have known for a long time is that mosquitoes are attracted to the odor of used gym socks," Dr. Jon Oliver said.
What is the purpose of the "#ShowYourStripes" campaign?
"Just that slightest shift in an average puts us into a whole new climate, really upping those chances for all of the extremes that we have to deal with," said Climate Central Chief Meteorologist Bernadette Woods Placky.
Why is the airline industry struggling? And how long will it be this way?
If last weekend was any indication, prepare for a tumultuous summer travel season.
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Flashback: "WCW Monday Nitro" at Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro."
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
New Food Options At Target Field 2022
Opening Day is nearly here and the Minnesota Twins are unveiling new foods at Target Field, including Australian-inspired savory pies and an official grilled cheese sandwich of the ballpark.
2022 Celebrity Deaths
A gallery of the beloved celebrities who have died in 2022.
Viewers Share Their Love Stories
It's Valentine's Day, and Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield asked WCCO viewers to share their stories of romance. Here are some of the best we got!
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Next Weather: 10 p.m. report
We'll hit 90 again Thursday, and deal with some more scattered storms.
How to help your lawn during our June drought
Chances are your lawn is pretty parched. Erin Hassanzadeh shows what you can do to save your curb appeal.
How to help your crispy lawn during our June drought
"Golden grass does not mean completely dead," said Bachman's horticulturalist Heather Johnson.
Tips for beating extreme heat
"The elderly and the really young," said CentraCare sports medicine physician Dr. George Morris. "Those are the two populations that I would worry about most."
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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.
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Next Weather: 10 p.m. report
We'll hit 90 again Thursday, and deal with some more scattered storms.
Finding Minnesota: Minnesota Goose Garden
This time of year different plants and flowers are at their peak. One of the most unique places to see them in bloom is at the Minnesota Goose Garden in Sandstone.
Drowsy driver crashes into Duluth restaurant
A popular North Shore restaurant is temporarily closed for a major remodel ahead of its busiest weekend of the year – but this wasn’t a planned project.
How to help your lawn during our June drought
Chances are your lawn is pretty parched. Erin Hassanzadeh shows what you can do to save your curb appeal.
Next Weather: 6 p.m. report
We'll hit 90 again Thursday, with some scattered storms possible.