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A trial in Minnesota district court will test whether suburban sprawl, with its increased pumping of groundwater to quench the thirst of grass and gardens, is draining White Bear Lake, harming swimmers, boaters and others.
Police say a man had been living at his White Bear Lake home with two dead bodies for more than a year.
Authorities in White Bear Lake say they are investigating two suspicious deaths in the city on Tuesday.
Authorities are looking for a suspect after a man robbed a bank in White Bear Lake late Tuesday morning.
Reignite your patriotism this year with spectacular sounds and sights at five American-themed concerts over the holiday.
A Twin Cities funeral home has a twist on the traditional funeral. Mueller Memorial in White Bear Lake renovated recently to step away from the stereotype and make the space more inviting.
A 6-year-old boy was reported missing by his mother Saturday afternoon, but was later found safe with his father, according to the Orono Police Department.
Grab a taco and a hoist a margarita to honor our sister state from south of the border this May 2016.
A White Bear Lake teenager is recovering after an explosion inside his ice house on Friday.
Whether you want your child to be the next Mozart or simply seek well-rounded intellectual and emotional development, take a look at these options for making music a part of his or her life.
For organizers of the Art Shanty Projects, the show must go on!
A February morning on Lake Minnetonka is calm and clear. But it's not long before you spot a streak of orange in the sky, and hear the rush of skis on snow.
Saturday is going to be a #Top10WxDay, and most people are responding warmly to the news. But warmth is just the problem at White Bear Lake, where the Art Shanty Projects that have been on display for the last few weeks must soon be removed from the ice.
Authorities have found the body of a missing 20-year-old White Bear Lake man. Joshua Papenheim was last seen by his roommate at 6 a.m. Wednesday, according to officials. His last known location was Beaver Bay at 3 p.m. on Wednesday.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is seeking the public's help locating a missing White Bear Lake man. According to officials, 20-year-old Joshua Tyler Papenheim was last seen by his roommate at 6 a.m. Wednesday.
You never want too many cooks in the kitchen -- especially if they are just 10 or 11 years old. But Donatelli's Italian Restaurant in White Bear Lake continued a tradition Tuesday they started eight years ago.
The Art Shanty Projects is back on White Bear Lake after a year hiatus. The ice shanty village features several elaborate art installations created by 125 artists.
The hunt for the Winter Carnival Medallion is over. The last clue released overnight Thursday pretty much pointed right to it. It had step-by-step directions, right down to the number of paces.
After years of below-average water levels that closed beaches along White Bear Lake, the state has an estimate for how much it would cost to refill the lake.
This winter, we've been reminded time and time again how dangerous thin ice is. As we reported Monday, just this afternoon emergency crews pulled a man's body from the ice on Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis.
Police are investigating after a number of cars were damaged across White Bear Lake late Wednesday night. According to the White Bear Lake Police, the cars were damaged between 9 p.m. and midnight on Wednesday.
Minnesotans love the pastime of teaming up with pals, passing around a pitcher, and engaging in a battle of wits.
Every Friday, Heather Brown answers a few of our viewers' burning questions. This week, she gets to the bottom of the title "meteorologist," finds out why nickels are bigger than dimes, and why a little paper cut can cause so much pain.
Spend time honoring veterans this year.
There's a lot going on at the White Bear Lake Center for the Arts these days, both inside and out. The main exhibit inside is one that's actually rooted in the outdoors: Gregg Rochester's Le Tour d'Art, which is touring various galleries and is on exhibit in White Bear Lake through Oct. 29.
Michael Bruce Gillis, of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, pleaded guilty to one count of enticement of a minor in federal court last September.
Omari Shumpert and Demetrius Shumpert were both found guilty of three counts each of first-degree murder late last year.
WCCO has documented multiple instances where ICE has detained and, at times, physically harmed American citizens in Minnesota since Operation Metro Surge began.
Doug Kelley, a former assistant U.S. attorney for seven years in Minnesota, said he had not spoken directly with any of the six career prosecutors who stepped down from their posts, but called the resignations the "darkest day" for the rule of law that he had seen in his five decades practicing criminal law.
If you've been in the Twin Cities these past few months, there's a good chance you've heard the high-pitched tone of little plastic whistles used by protestors to alert others when federal agents are conducting a raid.
Michael Bruce Gillis, of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, pleaded guilty to one count of enticement of a minor in federal court last September.
Omari Shumpert and Demetrius Shumpert were both found guilty of three counts each of first-degree murder late last year.
WCCO has documented multiple instances where ICE has detained and, at times, physically harmed American citizens in Minnesota since Operation Metro Surge began.
If you've been in the Twin Cities these past few months, there's a good chance you've heard the high-pitched tone of little plastic whistles used by protestors to alert others when federal agents are conducting a raid.
Surveillance video from Monday afternoon shows several men exiting an SUV outside Wrecktangle Pizza in Minneapolis' LynLake neighborhood before employees and community members chased them off.
President Trump is following through on a promise he made late last year to end deportation protections for some Somali immigrants in the country.
Faith leaders, union representatives and community members are calling for a Day of Truth and Freedom on Friday, Jan. 23 — urging all Minnesotans not to go to work, school or go shopping.
A 3-year-old boy was killed and his grandmother suffered "significant injuries" in a dog attack in Otter Tail County on Sunday, the sheriff's office said.
The state of Minnesota, along with the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, announced a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and other federal officials in an effort to stop the surge of ICE agents from coming to Minnesota.
With all the ICE activity happening in Minnesota, people are asking: Where are federal agents taking the people they detain? WCCO Investigates is digging in to share who's working with ICE and what we've learned.
A Wisconsin man accused of sending the state Supreme Court's chief justice intimidating emails has been sentenced to probation.
Some schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are delayed or closed on Tuesday as early morning rain makes the roads slick.
A western Wisconsin town is reveling in the national spotlight.
When he's not playing zone or man, Hall is carving it up at local hills. He has qualified for multiple professional snowboard competitions.
Two people were killed and another hurt in a crash in western Wisconsin Tuesday afternoon.
Many people who serve in the U.S. military find it hard to ask for assistance when they've been trained to help and serve others.
Food Bank Eatery in North Minneapolis provides free meals for children, who may have little to eat after the pause of SNAP benefits for many in the community.
Firefighters are continuing a 44-year tradition that happens every year north of the Twin Cities.
It was a scary moment in the Twin Cities over the weekend, as a trailer hauling sled dogs turned over on Interstate 494 in Minnetonka.
On Sunday, members of Minnesota's Somali community spoke out against President Trump's social media post calling for an end to temporary protected status.
A caravan of cars following federal agents as they move through the metro. It's a tactic some Minnesotans are using to intervene, but is it safe?
WCCO has documented multiple instances where ICE has detained and, at times, physically harmed American citizens in Minnesota since Operation Metro Surge began.
Doug Kelley, a former assistant U.S. attorney for seven years in Minnesota, said he had not spoken directly with any of the six career prosecutors who stepped down from their posts, but called the resignations the "darkest day" for the rule of law that he had seen in his five decades practicing criminal law.
If you've been in the Twin Cities these past few months, there's a good chance you've heard the high-pitched tone of little plastic whistles used by protestors to alert others when federal agents are conducting a raid.
Surveillance video from Monday afternoon shows several men exiting an SUV outside Wrecktangle Pizza in Minneapolis' LynLake neighborhood before employees and community members chased them off.
It's a business model picking up steam across the Twin Cities. For instance, all the major sports venues in town, like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, no longer accept cash.
WCCO gathered data on core staple items from Aldi in Apple Valley, Target in Fridley and Cub Foods in north Minneapolis.
Minnesota drivers have something to celebrate this holiday — a price drop at the pump.
With costs still high and budgets stretched, getting smarter with money matters more than ever.
There were 584 vehicles towed during this week's snow emergency in Minneapolis. That number stands at 352 and counting in St. Paul, where parking restrictions are in place until 9 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 2.
Michael Bruce Gillis, of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, pleaded guilty to one count of enticement of a minor in federal court last September.
Omari Shumpert and Demetrius Shumpert were both found guilty of three counts each of first-degree murder late last year.
Doug Kelley, a former assistant U.S. attorney for seven years in Minnesota, said he had not spoken directly with any of the six career prosecutors who stepped down from their posts, but called the resignations the "darkest day" for the rule of law that he had seen in his five decades practicing criminal law.
If you've been in the Twin Cities these past few months, there's a good chance you've heard the high-pitched tone of little plastic whistles used by protestors to alert others when federal agents are conducting a raid.
As ICE raids ramp up across the Twin Cities, local observers are taking to the streets. One of them, Minneapolis City Council President Elliot Payne, says he was assaulted by immigration officials.
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development says it began distributing payments on Friday to over 2,600 Minnesotans.
Just one day after dropping his bid for reelection, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the state's paid family leave program is one of the most transformational bills the state has ever passed.
Roughly 12,000 Minnesotans have already applied for the state's new paid family leave program, according to an update by the Department of Employment and Economic Development.
It's a beauty technique that's exploding. Depending on your age, you might not have heard of it. It's called micro-needling.
The clock is ticking to snag a few more gifts and prepare for that holiday trip to visit family. As the pressure builds, so does the stress.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
Addison has not yet been charged and was released on bond Monday afternoon.
Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert has received a one-game suspension due to the number of flagrant fouls he has accumulated this season.
With Eric Ramsay gone, on Monday the Minnesota United announced they have promoted former assistant Cameron Knowles to be their new head coach. It coincided with the first day of training camp.
Jesper Bratt and Ondrej Palat each scored twice and the New Jersey Devils beat the Minnesota Wild 5-2 to snap a four-game skid.
The shooting death of Renee Good by an ICE agent has raised several legal questions.
The fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent has raised many legal questions. Constitutional law professor David Schultz, who has taught a class on police, criminal and civil procedure, has some answers.
The DFL race pits two prominent party leaders, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig, against each other.
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is calling for answers about the immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities. She is also denouncing the president's attacks on the Somali community and herself. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy shows us how, for Omar, this is a familiar position to be in.
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is calling for clarity about the immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities.
On Dec. 9, 1965, "A Charlie Brown Christmas" debuted on CBS, and it became an instant classic. Lee Jenkins' home is proof that the show is still a hit six decades later.
Holiday lights are on full display across the state right now, and just south of the Twin Cities you'll find a Christmas light show that's been around for more than half a century.
The story begins years ago when the city acquired one of the T-38 Talon Thunderbird jets from the Air Force.
The holidays are upon us, and in the town of Kellogg, Minnesota, you'll find a toy store unlike any other.
With the holidays fast approaching, and lutefisk on the menu for many families, one Minnesota town has the distinction of being called the "Lutefisk Capital of the Country."
ICE is making arrests in Minnesota right next to shoppers grabbing groceries. The tense encounters are happening at places like Target, Walmart and other private businesses.
It's a question many people have been asking: What is the cost of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation in Minnesota? WCCO was able to get some numbers.
It's a business model picking up steam across the Twin Cities. For instance, all the major sports venues in town, like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, no longer accept cash.
From the frozen ponds and lakes to the packed indoor rinks serving as community hubs, hockey is uniquely celebrated and cherished in Minnesota like no other state in the country.
Have you ever wondered how the actors memorize so many lines? A neurologist says everyone could strengthen their memories by taking cues from actors.
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.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says clouds clear out tonight, the wind stays strong and we chill out.
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.
Clouds are set to clear out on Tuesday, and though Wednesday will see mostly sunny skies, the winter cold returns.
Tuesday will hit the mid-40s but with increasing clouds and windy conditions, WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows reports.
Minnesota is looking at the possibility that snow Thursday and Friday could accumulate up to 2 to 4 inches, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
A caravan of cars following federal agents as they move through the metro. It's a tactic some Minnesotans are using to intervene, but is it safe?
The departure of six prosecutors in Minnesota raises questions about what comes next for high-profile cases already in the works. Among them, fraud investigations and the prosecution of Vance Boelter, the man accused of shooting lawmakers in their homes last summer.
Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino told WCCO that U.S. citizens don't need to be concerned about ICE agents in Minnesota. But as Conor Wight reports, many Americans are afraid as ICE agents demand papers and, at times, put American citizens in handcuffs.
We're looking into why six people from the U.S. Attorney's Office resigned Tuesday. Sources say the move stems from concerns over the investigation into the killing of Renee Good by an ICE agent. Jonah Kaplan has been following these developments.
The sound of whistles, along with car horns, can often be heard when federal agents are spotted in a neighborhood. Where are people getting all those whistles? Photojournalist Nick Lunemann and Jeff Wagner show us how the manufacturing process is all about community.