Storm drains targeted in "unusual" vandalism, St. Paul Public Works says
More than 150 catch basins across St. Paul have been affected since the beginning of the month in acts of vandalism the city is calling "unusual."
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More than 150 catch basins across St. Paul have been affected since the beginning of the month in acts of vandalism the city is calling "unusual."
St. Paul police say they have received 16 reports of damage to Pride flags in the Highland Park and Macalester-Groveland neighborhoods earlier this week.
Investigators say someone vandalized at least 16 pride flags around the Highland Park/Macalester-Groveland neighborhood earlier this week.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrested Mehran Makari Seheli in St. Paul on Sunday, who they say is a former member of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Visitors will have the chance Wednesday to experience the pungent smell of the corpse flower that is blooming at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory.
Hundreds of thousands of visitors check out the Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul every year. This year, though, the numbers have declined, as has federal funding.
Officers found the child conscious, breathing and bleeding from the head, authorities say.
Twenty-eight young heart patients from Minnesota Children's and M Health Fairview got out at Highland National Golf Course in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Tuesday.
A Minnesota nurses union voted Monday to authorize an unfair labor practice strike, as thousands of employees work without a contract and others face a contract expiration at the end of the month.
Two weeks ago, Tyra Rogers didn't need home health care. She was a thriving, healthy mother, but everything changed when she was giving her mom a ride home from a bar on St. Paul's east side.
Federal agents arrested 11 Iranian foreign nationals in 48 hours. Among those arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement since Sunday, June 22, is Mehran Makari Saheli, at his home near St. Paul.
Police in St. Paul, Minnesota, say two 15-year-old boys are expected to survive after they were shot late Monday night near a community center.
Two boys, both 15, are expected to survive after a late night shooting outside of St. Paul's Mt. Airy Community Center.
Thursday is Juneteenth, and there are plenty of events in the Twin Cities providing opportunities to celebrate, learn and come together.
After nearly a decade in business, a popular pizzeria in Lowertown St. Paul has decided to close.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said Thursday the Legislature should reconsider allowing people to carry firearms inside the State Capitol in wake of the shootings of two lawmakers and their spouses inside their homes over the weekend.
The shooting attacks on Minnesota lawmakers have shattered many elected leaders' sense of safety. Now, we're learning a man is being held in Carver County jail after making a threat.
In one of Minnesota's historically Black communities, the sounds of celebration rang out on Thursday in observation of Juneteenth.
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Photojournalist Ray Campos and Jeff Wagner take us to commemoration in the historic Rondo neighborhood of St. Paul, Minnesota — once the beating heart of the city’s Black community.
A sea of candles at the Capitol is shining a light during one of the darkest times in Minnesota politics. As the shock of last weekend's assassination turns to sadness, Minnesotans stood together to remember the lives lost. WCCO's Frankie McLister was live from the Capitol as the touching tribute wrapped up Wednesday night.
A 22-year-old St. Paul man pleaded guilty on Monday to his role in the assault of a woman at his apartment earlier this year, according to court documents.
An 18-year-old man has pleaded guilty to owning a machine gun after an investigation at a St. Paul home in March recovered a cache of weapons, including a ghost gun.
Minnesota took home two James Beard Awards during Monday night's ceremony, earning some national recognition for its locally evangelized food scene.
Rep. Melissa Hortman is remembered for her servant leadership, and the enduring impact she’s left on not only the institution but the state.
The former dean of nursing at St. Catherine University has been sentenced for embezzling over $400,000 from the school for the benefit of her boyfriend.
Concessions workers at Target Field have voted to authorize a strike as they seek higher wages and better benefits.
Two teenagers were injured in a shooting in Bloomington, Minnesota, Monday night, police said.
Minnesota animal rescues are stepping up to take in dogs from a Wisconsin research facility accused of animal abuse.
Tuesday will be cool and dry in the Twin Cities, with highs in the 50s.
Anthony Edwards scored 18 points in his unexpected return from injury and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a huge game by Victor Wembanyama and held on to beat the San Antonio Spurs 104-102 in the opener of the Western Conference semifinals.
Concessions workers at Target Field have voted to authorize a strike as they seek higher wages and better benefits.
Two teenagers were injured in a shooting in Bloomington, Minnesota, Monday night, police said.
Minnesota animal rescues are stepping up to take in dogs from a Wisconsin research facility accused of animal abuse.
So far this decade, the Twin Cities metro has, on average, added about 17,000 housing units per year, according to data from the Metropolitan Council.
Two men are injured and three people are in custody after a shooting in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota, on Monday evening, according to police.
Gas in the Twin Cities can be up to $4.20 a gallon these days, and it's happening as Minnesota is revving up for summer.
The past couple years have been challenging for Minnesota farmers, prompting many to seek help navigating their mental health.
The Itasca County Sheriff's Office says a deputy is injured and officials are investigating after at least one law enforcement officer fired their weapon during an incident in Max, Minnesota, on Monday.
Law enforcement in an east-central Minnesota community is asking for the public's help to find those responsible for throwing large rocks and vehicle oil off an Interstate 35 overpass.
The Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office says deputies received a report at around 9:15 p.m. of a Merrifield man who had been shot by a family member during a domestic dispute.
Minnesota animal rescues are stepping up to take in dogs from a Wisconsin research facility accused of animal abuse.
You may have heard of Give to the Max Day, where people donate millions of dollars to hundreds of nonprofits and organizations across Minnesota on a single day. That idea has spread to western Wisconsin, called Give Big Valleys.
Federal prosecutors say a small-town Wisconsin police chief tried to help California gun dealers import illegal armor-piercing rounds from Europe.
Local and federal law enforcement are investigating after nearly 50 firearms and "a large quantity of ammunition" were stolen from a sporting goods store in St. Croix County, Wisconsin, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said Friday.
Two Minnesotans were killed in a motorcycle crash Wednesday evening in western Wisconsin.
Bobby Rogers once came to the Minneapolis Institute of Art to sketch and study; now he leads its design and editorial work, shaping what visitors see and experience.
Moses Cooper, who has cerebral palsy, met running partner Mark Hulsey through My Team Triumph Minnesota two years ago and the pair qualified for the Boston Marathon at Grandma's Marathon last summer.
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.
Tensions seem to be escalating in the Middle East after the United States and Iran exchanged gunfire in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Minnesota Senate on Monday passed the strongest measures the state has ever seen while sharing opinions just as powerful. The bill would ban semiautomatic weapons and high-capacity magazines, along with other measures designed to prevent mass shootings. The legislation now faces a big hurdle in the evenly divided House. Ubah Ali shares what may happen next.
Gas in the Twin Cities can be up to $4.20 a gallon these days, and it's happening as Minnesota is revving up for summer.
The Minnesota Senate passed a bill that would block people from buying certain high-powered guns and high-capacity magazines. The move was pushed by Annunciation parents following the August shooting at their Minneapolis church. Esme Murphy reports from the Capitol in St. Paul where she heard reaction from one of those parents.
Gov. Tim Walz has announced changes in leadership at the Minnesota Department of Human Services, 70 days after he appointed Shireen Gandhi as commissioner of the agency.
Gas in the Twin Cities can be up to $4.20 a gallon these days, and it's happening as Minnesota is revving up for summer.
According to the letter, enforcement will be done by police and plainclothes officers, with businesses themselves being held accountable for repeat violations.
Some Twin Cities rideshare drivers say they may have to leave the road as gas prices continue to increase.
A large investment company is warning anyone with stocks to hold on to your hats. Information from JP Morgan says uncertainty is fueling inflation, but so far the market has been more resilient than expected.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
Two teenagers were injured in a shooting in Bloomington, Minnesota, Monday night, police said.
Law enforcement in an east-central Minnesota community is asking for the public's help to find those responsible for throwing large rocks and vehicle oil off an Interstate 35 overpass.
The Minnesota Star Tribune was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for breaking news for its coverage of a mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school that killed two children and injured more than a dozen others.
The Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office says deputies received a report at around 9:15 p.m. of a Merrifield man who had been shot by a family member during a domestic dispute.
A Twin Cities man is accused of shooting his father in the head on Friday using ammunition he stole from a gun store, according to court documents.
The past couple years have been challenging for Minnesota farmers, prompting many to seek help navigating their mental health.
When devoted Vikings fan Steven Clarkin died unexpectedly in March, he alone likely saved the lives of several people.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services head Dr. Mehmet Oz notified Minnesota that the department is deferring $91 million in Medicaid payments, citing systemic fraud risks and ongoing audits.
HCMC is on life support, as leaders warn the state's busiest trauma hospital could be just months away from closing without an infusion of cash. Two demonstrations in downtown Minneapolis tried to spotlight the problem on Thursday.
There is bipartisan support to help save the hospital, but the state Senate is proposing less money than the House. One former patient has something to say to those lawmakers.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
The Minnesota Star Tribune was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for breaking news for its coverage of a mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school that killed two children and injured more than a dozen others.
Mononymous country music star Hardy is set to kick off the final weekend of the 2026 Minnesota State Fair.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
A previously unreleased song is one of many ways Prince is being honored a decade after his death.
Concessions workers at Target Field have voted to authorize a strike as they seek higher wages and better benefits.
Anthony Edwards scored 18 points in his unexpected return from injury and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a huge game by Victor Wembanyama and held on to beat the San Antonio Spurs 104-102 in the opener of the Western Conference semifinals.
The league has never seen someone quite like Wembanyama. He's an MVP finalist and won the Defensive Player of the Year award over Gobert. The two are similar in countless ways.
Captain Amanda Her wants to add to the long legacy the team has built: 13 total team state championships and 14 individual and doubles champions.
Minnesota Frost forward Britta Curl-Salemme will serve a suspension for "an illegal check to the head" that occurred during Game 1 of the PWHL semifinals, the league announced Monday.
Sen. Tina Smith is using her last months in office to vocally campaign for progressive and environmental causes. She hopes that a progressive will succeed her when Minnesotans go to the polls next November.
Sen. Tina Smith, who is retiring from the U.S. Senate, is a major presence in the race to succeed her.
In the last election, President Trump saw record support from Black and Latino voters. But will those new supporters stick with the President’s party in the upcoming midterm?
With the Midterm Elections just six months away, will historic support from minority voters hold strong for Republican candidates.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services head Dr. Mehmet Oz notified Minnesota that the department is deferring $91 million in Medicaid payments, citing systemic fraud risks and ongoing audits.
The carillon has 56 bells, and the Mayo Clinic said that makes it one of the largest instruments in the world and the largest instrument in Minnesota.
When you think of masterful, memorable works of art, grain elevators don't typically come to mind. But in towns across the country, including in Minnesota, they're becoming an unlikely canvas for creativity.
At Arnie Lillo's Creations in Blue Earth County, you can visit a metal-scaled version of the Eiffel Tower and the Golden Gate Bridge. The works of art have taken on a shape of their own.
It's one of the largest musky hatcheries in the entire world. John Lauritsen shows us how the Spooner hatchery keeps fish healthy and anglers happy.
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.
So far this decade, the Twin Cities metro has, on average, added about 17,000 housing units per year, according to data from the Metropolitan Council.
A symbolic change is bothering some Minnesotans. Now their local leaders are listening; several cities are voting to fly the old state flag instead of the new one. While it was a drastic redesign, it wasn't the first.
Construction season has arrived, potentially adding several minutes to your daily drive to work. So, how bad is the commute in the Twin Cities? Good Question.
The media we consume and how long we spend consuming it can impact our mental health. In a world where screens are scrutinized, what is the worst kind of screen time?
The pet insurance industry is relatively new, and experts say that's partly why there's a low number of policies, but it is growing.
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.
Minnesota is in for a stretch of chilly, dry days with highs in the low-mid 50s before temperatures gradually climb back into the 60s by the weekend, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
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.
Cloud cover will increase throughout the day Tuesday, and the next couple of days will be dry and cool.
Tuesday will be cool and dry in the Twin Cities, with highs in the 50s.
Tuesday will be cool and dry in the Twin Cities, with highs in the 50s.
Financial expert Dustin Smith shares some insights into the world of debt and how to manage it and make it work for you.
A no-commentary livestream of a Swedish river during moose migration season has attracted more than 500,000 viewers as part of the country's growing "Slow TV" movement.
Minnesota is in for a stretch of chilly, dry days with highs in the low-mid 50s before temperatures gradually climb back into the 60s by the weekend, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
Cloud cover will increase throughout the day Tuesday, and the next couple of days will be dry and cool.
Gov. Tim Walz has announced changes in leadership at the Minnesota Department of Human Services, plus more of the day’s top stories.