Toddler Puts $1,060 In Cash Through Shredder
Ben and Jackee Belnap were saving the cash to reimburse Ben's parents for University of Utah season football tickets.
Ben and Jackee Belnap were saving the cash to reimburse Ben's parents for University of Utah season football tickets.
Nearly two years after a trip to meet the woman he loved turned into an imprisonment in a Venezuelan jail, an exhausted but grateful Utah man arrived home with his wife Monday.
A Tesla that crashed while in Autopilot mode in Utah this month accelerated in the seconds before it smashed into a stopped firetruck, according to a police report obtained by The Associated Press. Two people were injured.
Tourists have reportedly been picking up the fossilized footprints of dinosaurs and throwing them into a park lake.
A Utah school bus driver has taken on a second job of sorts after one student who lost her mother asked the driver for help.
President Donald Trump has signed proclamations to formally scale back two sprawling national monuments in Utah: Bears Ears and Grand-Staircase Escalante.
She told the officer a patient was required to give consent for a blood sample or be under arrest. Otherwise, she said police needed a warrant.
Police in Salt Lake City say they found a van connected to a suspicious death in Eden Prairie.
When she crashed on an all-terrain vehicle, Megan Cratsley was hurt so badly that doctors had to amputate much of her right arm, a life-altering surgery that launched the teenager on a personal mission to change New York traffic laws to protect other ATV riders.
At $1.5 billion, Wednesday night's Powerball jackpot is the largest ever seen in the world. But not everyone in the U.S. can take part, forcing some to go to great lengths.
Winter is almost here. That means it is time to get out those skies and winter gear, because it is time to start planning those winter getaways to one of Utah's ski resorts.
Belle Plaine native Ryan Dungey wrapped up his third Lucas Oil Pro Motocross season title with one event left, sweeping the Utah National motos Saturday at Miller Motorsports Park.
If you've ever tripped or bumped into someone or something while texting and walking, you're not alone. That's why Utah Valley University has a new design on its staircases: A walking lane, a fast-speed lane, and a texting slow lane. They're all labeled with neon stripes.
Travel guide to Utah's Arches National Park, featuring the world's largest collection of natural stone arches.
Often, we hear stories about children defying the odds, whether it's spending overnights outside in the winter or surviving several minutes submerged underwater in icy lakes. So, are children just better at surviving the cold? Good Question.
Utah coach Shannon Mortensen and Faribault coach Lois Krinke addressed the controversy surrounding Faribault's state high-kick dance title Monday afternoon on WCCO Radio with Chad Hartman.
Not that Minnesotans need to be reminded of all the things that make their state one of the greatest to live in -- and not that we are not biased in these matters -- but there's another list confirming it. Minnesota is the second happiest state in America.
When you share a backfield with a former MVP and an electric early-round draft pick being compared to Darren Sproles, it's easy to fly under the radar. But Matt Asiata has never been one for the limelight anyway. "Just go out there and do your job and, you know, execute with the plays," Asiata said. "I was just trying to get better every day."
Authorities say a 66-year-old Minnesota man was found dead near the Fisher Towers hiking trail in eastern Utah. Grand County sheriff's officials say they recovered the body of Duluth resident Robert Bergquist early Friday morning.
There's not much better than seeing America on a bicycle. Here are just five of the best bike destinations in America.
A Minnesota National Guardsman and Iraq war veteran charged with fraud for allegedly stealing personal information of roughly 400 members of his former Army unit was likely responsible for analyzing the military's enemy intelligence.
A truck driver from Utah is accused of holding a 19-year-old relative against her will while the two traveled across country. The 53-year-old man from Salt Lake City was arrested last week at a truck scale outside of Moorhead, Minn. A Minnesota state trooper discovered a Florida warrant for the man's arrest. The man was charged in Clay County court with kidnapping, false imprisonment and domestic abuse.
A squirrel that was kidnapped from Utah by a truck driver, carted hundreds of miles away to Wisconsin and then rejected by her adopted family has returned home for the holidays.
Embark upon a relaxing trip away from crowds and heavy traffic and into calmer, more peaceful destinations.
The president of a model antique car club is being remembered for her love of family and her passion for the Model T she toured the country in.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara announced Saturday that Minneapolis police will add extra security detail near Jewish synagogues ahead of the Jewish holy days and anniversary of the October 7th terrorist attacks.
Two people are dead and three juveniles and two other people are critically injured after a car crash on Highway 169.
The weekend starts off warm and windy, before a cold front moves in overnight, making for a chilly start to the Twin Cities Marathon.
A 16-year-old Stillwater football player is grateful to be alive after a life-saving AED intervention during practice.
Napheesa Collier scored 26 points and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Connecticut Sun 90-81 to take a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five semifinals series.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara announced Saturday that Minneapolis police will add extra security detail near Jewish synagogues ahead of the Jewish holy days and anniversary of the October 7th terrorist attacks.
Two people are dead and three juveniles and two other people are critically injured after a car crash on Highway 169.
An Edina man, 27, is accused of attempted murder after his rifle jammed in an alleged police ambush, charges say.
Democrat U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and her Republican Joe Teirab went head-to-head in a policy-driven debate on Friday, giving voters a glimpse on where they stand in the most competitive Congressional race in Minnesota.
Authorities in Inver Grove Heights are asking for the public's help to find a young runaway who is believed to be in St. Cloud.
Two people are dead and three juveniles and two other people are critically injured after a car crash on Highway 169.
An Edina man, 27, is accused of attempted murder after his rifle jammed in an alleged police ambush, charges say.
The explosion completely destroyed the home. Its cause is not yet known.
The northern lights are expected to be dancing overhead again this weekend, and Minnesotans might have a chance to see them.
A stretch of Interstate 94 northwest of the Twin Cities was shut down for at least a couple of hours following a head-on crash Friday morning.
Democrats and Republicans in Wisconsin picked new presidential electors on Tuesday, almost four years after Republicans from the state posed as fake electors for former President Donald Trump.
Firefighters are battling a blaze at a railroad tie recycling facility in western Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Department of Corrections has agreed to provide more help to hearing-impaired inmates as part of a settlement with federal investigators.
A man in his 50s is dead after crashing his motorcycle in northwestern Wisconsin on Friday.
A federal judge ordered the U.S. government to temporarily leave roads open on a northern Wisconsin reservation, giving non-tribal homeowners hope that they can maintain access to their properties for a while longer.
Everywhere you look at Glen Lake Elementary School in Hopkins, Minnesota, love is in the air because of what is now on the ground.
Hess knows first-hand how important it is to help others because it wasn't that long ago that feelings of isolation and despair overcame him.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is explaining his call for city staff to "expedite" encampment clearings, while preventing new encampments from forming.
A metro nonprofit is taking on an important fight against child hunger.
Twenty percent of sales will go to the victims' families, with owners hoping to raise at least $4,000.
Democrat U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and her Republican Joe Teirab went head-to-head in a policy-driven debate on Friday, giving voters a glimpse on where they stand in the most competitive Congressional race in Minnesota.
A union representing Minnesota firefighters has endorsed the Democratic ticket in the 2024 presidential election, breaking with its larger union's non-endorsement. It's a similar move to what Midwestern Teamsters did last month.
Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, gives the state of the economy right now high marks and expects more interest rate cuts before the year's end.
WCCO's Esme Murphy went to the University of Minnesota to talk to students about issues that matter most to them this election season.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former Rep. Liz Cheney appeared in Ripon, Wisconsin, the birthplace of the Republican party.
Lunds and Byerlys is recalling around 500 containers of their Lone Star Dip because of potential mold contamination.
Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, gives the state of the economy right now high marks and expects more interest rate cuts before the year's end.
Low staffing, long lines and delayed packages — those are some of the reasons why postal workers across the country Tuesday are demanding more from their employer.
Travel experts share their tips on when to find the best deals on holiday flights.
The federal funds rate currently stands at a 5.25% to 5.50% range — the highest in more than 20 years — and there are expectations that the Fed will reduce the rate by 25 basis points.
An Edina man, 27, is accused of attempted murder after his rifle jammed in an alleged police ambush, charges say.
An Eden Prairie woman will spend two years in prison for stealing more than $1 million from her employer, federal officials say.
Minneapolis police arrested a 10-year-old boy for allegedly driving a stolen vehicle near a school playground last month — and it's not the boy's first brush with the law, police said.
A Blaine woman accused of sexually assaulting two teenage hockey players agreed to a plea deal on Friday, according to court records.
Charges have been filed against a southern Minnesota postal worker who allegedly sent threatening messages and fatally shot a family dog in March.
Months after having quadruple bypass heart surgery, Jim Johnson is already to start running races again.
Flu vaccine effectiveness in South America was 35% against hospitalization.
Minnesotans who find themselves burdened by medical debt may find some relief thanks to a new state law.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and from now until the end of the month you're encouraged to walk 3-Days Your Way.
The key to losing weight might be sitting right there in your house or apartment building.
Frank Fritz starred for more than a decade on the History Channel program "American Pickers."
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
The Minnesota Orchestra is ready to take visitors on a journey to a galaxy far, far away.
Mary J. Blige, the "Queen of Hip-Hop Soul," is coming to Minnesota next March as part of her For My Fans Tour.
There are five new stadium dates for next summer in Toronto, Chicago, New Jersey, Los Angeles and Mexico City.
A 16-year-old Stillwater football player is grateful to be alive after a life-saving AED intervention during practice.
Napheesa Collier scored 26 points and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Connecticut Sun 90-81 to take a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five semifinals series.
Justin Jefferson played soccer with Vinícius Júnior in Brazil and walked the runway with pal Joe Burrow in Paris.
After a disappointing season, the Minnesota Twins and general manager Thad Levine are parting ways, the team announced Friday.
The Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon is this Sunday, but all the fun starts on Friday.
Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance debated topics like immigration, foreign policy and the economy Tuesday night. Some analysts are split on if the debate swayed enough swing voters to cause a big shift in the 2024 election.
Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance debated topics like immigration, foreign policy and the economy Tuesday night. Some analysts are split on if the debate swayed enough swing voters to cause a big shift in the 2024 election.
Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance debated topics like immigration, foreign policy and the economy Tuesday night. Some analysts are split on if the debate swayed enough swing voters to cause a big shift in the 2024 election.
Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance debated topics like immigration, foreign policy and the economy Tuesday night. Some analysts are split on if the debate swayed enough swing voters to cause a big shift in the 2024 election.
Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance will debate Tuesday night. Some analysts agree the debate could sway swing voters, impacting the race.
The town has embraced the stones so much that every summer they have Agate Days, also known as the largest rock show in Minnesota, with over 100 vendors.
Eagles, pigs and aliens are three things that don't typically fit together. But at Mimi and Papa's in the far-southern Minnesota town of Windom, there's a lot that doesn't quite fit together.
What happened to Jesse James and his band of bank robbers after they fled Northfield? Some of them ended up near the town of Madelia.
Small towns in rural America often get overlooked. As their population shrinks, their history can fade. But you could say Arco remains rock solid in western Minnesota.
It's the center piece of the Walker Art Center's sculpture garden. And in many ways, it's become a state symbol. Roughly 600,000 people a year visit the Spoon and Cherry.
Calendars have long been debated — and modified — before getting to the 12 months we know today.
The key to losing weight might be sitting right there in your house or apartment building.
Travel experts share their tips on when to find the best deals on holiday flights.
From star-studded conventions to social media endorsements, pop culture and politics have crossed over for more than a century.
Many of us wish we could learn another language. It seems young kids have no problem picking up a second or third language but for adults, that changes.
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.
A powerful thunderstorm tore through the grounds of the Minnesota State Fair on Monday night, delaying Tuesday's opening.
A severe thunderstorm swept through the Twin Cities metro late Monday evening, bringing sights to behold.
The northern lights dazzled Minnesotans overnight, and some WCCO viewers shared their best pictures.
The weekend starts off warm and windy, before a cold front moves in overnight, making for a chilly start to the Twin Cities Marathon.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso has your latest forecast and it's a chilly one!
Meteorologist Lisa Meadows says temperatures will be near 80 tomorrow in parts of the state, with 70s forecasted next week.
The latest fall color report shows a couple spots in Minnesota that are now at peak.
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WCCO Saturday Morning previews some of the yummy fall treats you'll find at the Stillwater Harvest Fest on Oct. 12th and 13th.
It's race weekend! WCCO's Adam Duxter is in St. Paul at the race grounds with the latest updates from organizers.
Looking for something fun to do around town this weekend? Here are your Saturdates!