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Pilots and aviation geeks are gathering in St. Paul this weekend for the annual Flight Sim Expo.
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Pilots and aviation geeks are gathering in St. Paul this weekend for the annual Flight Sim Expo.
Could baby owls and eagles be the key to stopping the spread of bird flu? The Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota in St. Paul is hoping their research can help turkey farmers.
Denise Hartley was last seen alive in St. Paul in 1993, and investigators are still trying to piece together what happened to her.
Veronica Kingbird-Bratvold was walking through Mears Park with her niece, Dana King-Neadeau, on May 29, when a 30- to 35-foot tree suddenly came crashing down.
A NEXT Weather Alert is still in effect Wednesday as the cleanup from overnight storms in the Twin Cities is butting up against another severe system.
There are only a few hours left to get a whiff of an event that only happens once every seven to 10 years: the blooming of Horace the corpse flower at Como Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul, Minnesota.
The most well-known eater was in the Twin Cities this weekend, where he took on three St. Paul Saints fans at CHS field.
The event brings more than 200,000 people to 30 blocks of St. Paul's historic Grand Avenue, organizers said.
The Como Park Zoo and Conservatory was evacuated Saturday afternoon after a report of a bomb threat.
A 24-year-old man is accused of fatally stabbing a St. Paul, Minnesota, barbershop owner on the city's east side late last month, according to a criminal complaint filed on Friday.
A man has been charged with murder in the death of a beloved St. Paul barbershop owner, and the circumstances could raise some interesting legal questions. Conor Wight shows how Gabriel Arrazola Perez’s phone became the key to finding the alleged killer.
A Minnesota mother is on a mission to save lives and spare other families from a painful tragedy. She lost her 29-year-old daughter, Kayla, to suicide nearly two years ago. Frankie Mclister spoke to a mom working tirelessly for policies that could help prevent another loss.
Dozens of infrastructure projects around Minnesota will move forward following the ceremonial signing of a $1.2 billion infrastructure bill by Gov. Tim Walz on Friday.
Police in St. Paul, Minnesota, say an arrest has been made after a man was fatally shot in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota, in late April.
Police in St. Paul, Minnesota, say they're investigating an overnight shooting on the city's east side.
Thursday was an emotional day for the friends and family of Minnesota National Guard members returning from a monthslong deployment, and WCCO was there in St. Paul for the momentous homecoming.
Data from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety shows the company that owns the school bus that crashed into a building Tuesday at Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota, has failed the majority of its inspections over the last three years.
Three children and an adult have been released from the hospital after a school bus crashed into a building Tuesday afternoon on the campus of Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota.
The St. Paul city attorney on Tuesday announced that the demonstrators who disrupted a service at Cities Church in January — where a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement leader also serves as a pastor — will not face state charges.
In Dakota County, where there are just under a million residents, there were 25 suspected overdoses between May 29 through June 2 — two of which were fatal.
Dave Winfield had quite a weekend: a statue unveiled at his high school park. Then, the next night, an even more significant even for him: 50 years of the Winfield Awards, honoring many minorities from St. Paul Public Schools,, but more important, providing them with hope.
Three children and a driver are recovering tonight after their school bus crashed into a St. Paul building with more students inside. Ubah Ali is at Hamline University with new details about what happened.
Friends of his worry this could have been a hate crime. Gabriel Arrazola Perez was a Latino and proud member of the LGBTQ community.
A motorcyclist is seriously injured and under arrest after leading authorities on a chase through the Twin Cities that ended in a T-bone crash Tuesday morning, officials said.
A sister of a man exonerated after nearly two decades behind bars is now calling on Minnesota lawmakers for help.
A roadway south of the Twin Cities is expected to be closed for several hours after a truck carrying hundreds of turkeys rolled over, officials said.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation says it is installing speed safety cameras at two construction sites in late July.
A lottery player in Minnesota won a jackpot of more than $34 million last week, a record for the Lotto America game in the state.
A Minnesota business owner and his wife are accused of failing to file their taxes for several years, costing the state more than $2 million.
A 39-year-old man died on Friday afternoon after it appears he was electrocuted by a docked boat in northern Minnesota, authorities say.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation says it is installing speed safety cameras at two construction sites in late July.
A lottery player in Minnesota won a jackpot of more than $34 million last week, a record for the Lotto America game in the state.
A Minnesota business owner and his wife are accused of failing to file their taxes for several years, costing the state more than $2 million.
Families are grappling with unimaginable loss after a devastating fire tore through the Helix Apartments in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.
One man was killed and four others were hurt in the second mass shooting in Minneapolis in less than 24 hours, police said.
A roadway south of the Twin Cities is expected to be closed for several hours after a truck carrying hundreds of turkeys rolled over, officials said.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation says it is installing speed safety cameras at two construction sites in late July.
A 39-year-old man died on Friday afternoon after it appears he was electrocuted by a docked boat in northern Minnesota, authorities say.
The crash happened on the 16000 block of County Road 9 Northeast in New London Township at approximately 3:14 p.m., according to the Kandiyohi County Sheriff's Office.
The agency first issued the alert Saturday for eastern and central Minnesota before expanding it Sunday to include parts of southern and northeastern Minnesota.
For 66 years, the Lumberjack World Championships have brought the world's best to Hayward, Wisconsin.
Three people who died after a pontoon overturned on Lake Pepin over the weekend have been identified.
Two of the decedents were members of the Wabasha Fire Department, the chief confirmed.
A Wisconsin family lost their ten-month-old daughter after she swallowed a water bead. They blame Target and the water bead manufacturer for her death.
Francesca Hong has not backed away from calls to defund and abolish the police, raise taxes on the wealthy, and create a state-owned bank — positions now facing voters in a state Trump has carried twice.
The city of St. Paul, Minnesota, is taking a stand and closing encampments amid growing concerns.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
What started as a small fundraiser following one of Joe's surgeries at Gillette Children's has grown into a community tradition that has raised nearly $100,000 for the hospital.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
The investigations into the ICE killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celishave entered a critical stage.
HSI is an arm of ICE, meaning the immigration enforcement agency would effectively be investigating incidents involving its own agents.
The investigations into the ICE killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis have entered a critical stage.
White House border czar Tom Homan said "I think body cameras are the way to go" after fatal shootings by federal immigration officers in Texas and Maine earlier this month.
The investigations into the killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Sosa Celis have entered a critical stage. For the first time since the shootings, the Hennepin County Attorney now has evidence shared by federal investigators in the cases. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriary joins Esme Murphy on WCCO Sunday Morning at 10:30 a.m.
A lottery player in Minnesota won a jackpot of more than $34 million last week, a record for the Lotto America game in the state.
The lawsuit accuses Loon of using "kid-friendly characters" to promote its vapes in flavors such as Cotton Candy, Strawberry Popsicle, Banana Taffy and Blue Razz Slushy.
A Wisconsin family lost their ten-month-old daughter after she swallowed a water bead. They blame Target and the water bead manufacturer for her death.
For many Minnesotans, the road to the Fourth of July starts with a short drive across the St. Croix River to Wisconsin to stock up on fireworks. The kinds of pyrotechnics that can be legally ignited in Minnesota might be surprising.
Insurance experts say hail damage claims that once averaged $10,000–$15,000 now routinely reach $40,000–$60,000, even as many policies have shifted away from full replacement coverage.
A Minnesota business owner and his wife are accused of failing to file their taxes for several years, costing the state more than $2 million.
One man was killed and four others were hurt in the second mass shooting in Minneapolis in less than 24 hours, police said.
The investigations into the ICE killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis have entered a critical stage.
Jessie Mateo Rodrigues was convicted of second-degree murder and two counts of first-degree burglary following a three-week trial in March.
Minneapolis police are investigating after a mass shooting seriously injured two people and wounded seven others outside a nightclub in the Uptown neighborhood early Sunday morning.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
The advice is to stay inside when air quality turns hazardous, but that's not an option for many outdoor workers.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
The Target USA Cup, the largest youth soccer tournament in the Western Hemisphere, is suspended Thursday in the Twin Cities due to hazardous air quality from northern wildfires.
A state law passed last year directed the state Department of Health to create materials on "recognizing the signs of physical abuse in infants and how to report suspected physical abuse of infants" and make them available online.
The Minnesota Yacht Club Festival is expected to bring thousands upon thousands each day to Harriet Island Regional Park in St. Paul between Friday and Sunday.
There's so much to do this weekend in Minnesota, from festivals to art fairs.
Three Minnesota ice cream shops are in the running for a national title this summer.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
A St. Paul, Minnesota, neighborhood that has struggled to keep businesses might be turning a corner.
Alex Bregman hit a two-run homer in the first and Imanaga (6-8) took over from there, allowing six hits with one walk before leaving after 99 pitches.
Kayla McBride scored 24 points to move into the top 20 on the WNBA career scoring list and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Portland Fire 101-93 on Saturday night for their fifth straight victory.
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation — finally scoring in the second period of extra time.
As the world's best soccer-playing adults battle it out in New York for the World Cup, the juniors are slugging it out in Minnesota for the USA Cup.
Michael Busch homered, and Miguel Amaya and Pedro Ramirez had two RBIs each to help Chicago win for the third time in four games.
The investigations into the ICE killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celishave entered a critical stage.
The investigations into the ICE killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis have entered a critical stage.
There's less than a month to go before the Aug. 11 primary, and one of the most watched and competitive races is the DFL race for the nomination for U.S. Senate between Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig.
New campaign finance numbers are expected out later this week in federal races, including Minnesota's U.S. Senate race, where a flood of ads is evidence of a highly competitive race.
Minnesota Republicans head into an August primary shaped by a president who has lost the state three times but still commands outsized loyalty from its conservative base.
There's a scenic, nearly century-old spot in St. Cloud, Minnesota, where right now you'll find thousands of flowers in bloom.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
It's a lake cruise in the middle of town, and there's more than pelicans on the Pelican Breeze tour in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Currie, Minnesota, is truly small-town America. The population hovers at just over 200. But on the northern outskirts, you'll happen upon a place with plenty of bells and whistles: End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum
School's out, summer's here, and if you're heading to the lake on Highway 10, you may just stumble upon hidden treasure.
When you get home from work in the evening, your first thought may be dinner. You might fire up the stove or oven, you could also start a load of laundry. Not long after that, you're running the dishwasher. You may think you're being efficient, but your house during this heat wave disagrees.
It's one of Minnesota's rules of the road in which two is better than one. But Jodi from Lakeville emailed WCCO saying a lot of drivers don't seem to care about the law.
Catching a flight with just a carry-on can make travel feel easy. No need to check a bag and all your belongings stay with you. But quite often, that suddenly changes before boarding.
Skip the latest fad diet. The best way to manage your weight might already be sitting on your plate.
There's no doubt your air conditioning unit is working overtime this week as oppressive heat blankets Minnesota.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new foods for 2026.
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.
Monday will be the last very hot day in the Twin Cities ahead for badly needed heat relief, says meteorologist Mike Augustyniak.
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 some more heat Monday, it should be noticeably cooler and less humid with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
After some early morning storms move through Minnesota on Monday, the heat will ratchet up once again.
Monday will be the 10th consecutive day in the Twin Cities with highs in the 90s — the longest such streak since July 1948.
Monday will be the last very hot day in the Twin Cities ahead for badly needed heat relief, says meteorologist Mike Augustyniak.
A roadway south of the Twin Cities is expected to be closed for several hours after a truck carrying hundreds of turkeys rolled over, officials said.
The Minneapolis Police Department says it’s investigating two mass shootings from Sunday that left one person dead and 14 others injured.
Minnesota officials are giving an update Monday afternoon about the effort to fight at least 15 wildfires burning up north.
A white chocolate and hot honey caramel piece shaped like a bee, made with honey from Bone Lake Apiary, won St. Croix Chocolate Company a silver medal at the International Chocolate Salon in the shop's first competition.