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The Eden Prairie wrestling program had a chance to witness some history Friday night as its head coach was preparing to reach a milestone. Scot Davis made a name for himself in Owatonna, then took over the Eagles wrestling program. If the Eagles won Friday night, Davis would get his 1,000th career victory as a head coach.
A Minnesota high school athlete who was suspended over a tweet has dropped his push for a court order that would allow him to compete after learning he'll be allowed to wrestle this season. Tyson Leon, a 16-year-old football player and wrestler at Shakopee High School, had argued that his tweet about "drilling" his teammates was about tackling opponents.
A Minnesota high school athlete is challenging his suspension from sports, saying a tweet about drilling his teammates was about tackling opponents and wasn't a threat. Tyson Leon, a 16-year-old football player and wrestler at Shakopee High School, says the suspension from sports is hurting his chances of getting a wrestling scholarship to attend college. However, a school district attorney said in court Tuesday that his suspension was only for football and that he will still be able to wrestle, according to the Star Tribune.
Gold medalist Jordan Burroughs and his fiance nervously awaited word Sunday on whether wrestling would be reinstated as an Olympic sport.
A dream came true for a Minnesota family at the state wrestling tournament, even when the odds weren't in their favor.
Watch 120-pound wrestler Caleb Smith from Harding High School in St. Paul and you'll see what everybody else sees -- a wrestler with no arms below the elbows, and no legs above the knees.
A Minnesota lawmaker and former wrestler is going back to the mat, this time with the International Olympic Committee.
Gov. Terry Branstad says 9,000 people have signed an online petition aimed at keeping wrestling in the Olympics.
Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad has launched a campaign to keep wrestling an Olympic sport after the International Olympic Committee announced its recommendation this week to drop it.
There's a quiet buzz around a wrestling program just outside the Twin Cities metro that's looking to end one dynasty and start their own.
It's getting downright freezing outside, so if you're willing to venture out there's nothing better to do than take in a great high school sports match-up this weekend.
A well-respected and much-loved wrestling coach was remembered in a unique way on Saturday.
Some think Minnesota is the nation's top wrestling team this season. Others believe Penn State is primed for a third straight NCAA championship.
Some think Minnesota is the nation's top wrestling team this season. Others believe Penn State is primed for a third straight NCAA championship.
The Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa School District, located west of St. Cloud in central Minnesota, says Rich Vos was killed this morning on his bike when he was hit by a semi.
When you have thousands in your fan club, what's one more? To the only man from Minnesota competing in the Olympics, that one more might just be what he needed to bring home the gold.
A 20-year-old man has been accused of stabbing his 15-year-old brother after wrestling near their West St. Paul home.
You wouldn't normally think of someone with a doctorate degree in metaphysics, as the rough and tumble type. But as book smart as 47-year-old Jim Clark is, he's equally smart when it comes to mixed martial arts.
Didn't get a chance to watch WCCO-TV's High School Sports Rally Friday night? We've got all the action covered for you right here. Check out the videos below.
It should be an eventful winter sports season regardless of what sport you follow. From the basketball hardwood to the hockey rink to the wrestling mat, there will be great match-ups and tournaments everywhere over the next four months.
Four Wood County high school wrestlers charged with disorderly conduct after being accused of sexually harassing a younger teammate entered not guilty pleas Monday.
It is easy for Kelly McConville and Jeff Lee to reminisce about their youth. Both came from wrestling families, they competed together growing up, and were part of a national championship Greco Roman team in 1994. But as life often goes, they lost touch. What caused them to reconnect defies all odds.
Director Thomas McCarthy, whose new film Win-Win is currently playing at Uptown Theater, isn't from Minnesota, but spent some of his formative collegiate time here in the Twin Cities.
Brock Lesnar needed plenty of persuasion and a big paycheck to accept a job as a coach on the UFC's reality show.
An entire community is mourning a big loss in the wrestling community as another teammate fights to survive.
Monday will be warm and windy, and more rain is on the way this week.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
Major bills have still not been voted on. But the legislative business has slowed because of the controversial return of Sen. Nicole Mitchell, who was charged last month with felony burglary.
Bystanders in Minneapolis helped save a man's life after pulling him from Bde Maka Ska late Sunday afternoon.
Ceddanne Rafaela hit the first Red Sox home run in seven games, Rafael Devers added another, and Boston ended Minnesota's 12-game winning streak by beating the Twins 9-2 on Sunday.
Bystanders in Minneapolis helped save a man's life after pulling him from Bde Maka Ska late Sunday afternoon.
Right now the Redhawks are being led by head coach, Scott Glenn. This is his 15th season as head coach, and he picked up a few pointers from his dad, David, who used to be his head coach.
Nothing brings in the foot traffic to Sunnyside Gardens in Minneapolis' Linden Hills neighborhood quite like a #Top10WxDay.
The soon-to-be 16-year-old competed against six other young women and danced in the gym at Burnsville High School. The dance she performed is what won her the title of Senior Princess, which is a high honor in indigenous culture.
Fourteen-year-old Emmarae Gervasi was last seen Friday leaving the 1700 block of Seventh Avenue South, the St. Cloud Police Department said.
Fourteen-year-old Emmarae Gervasi was last seen Friday leaving the 1700 block of Seventh Avenue South, the St. Cloud Police Department said.
Two people are dead and three others are gravely injured after a crash in Cass County early Sunday.
At St. Cloud State, students and faculty were told in 2023 that the university faced tough decisions ahead, and proposed a series of cuts to faculty and programming. They included closing the School of Public Affairs, as well as dropping dozens of areas of study.
Authorities are searching for a man they say robbed a central Minnesota bank on Thursday.
The Morrison County Sheriff's Office says it received a report around 6:48 p.m. of an ATV accident on the Soo Line Trail, about a mile west of Highway 10 in Bellevue Township.
Police in Wisconsin fatally shot a student who had pointed a pellet rifle in their direction outside a middle school, according to the state's Department of Justice.
Anglers will head to Wisconsin this weekend for the state's fishing opener, where they'll get a good idea of how the mild winter will also impact the fish bite during next week's opener in Minnesota.
Twenty-four-year-old Madison Bergmann, of St. Paul, was charged with one count of first-degree child sexual assault with a child under age 13.
Officials say that a school shooting threat was "neutralized" at a middle school west of Madison, Wisconsin, Wednesday morning, with no reported injuries to those inside the school.
Police are removing an encampment of pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Wisconsin's Madison campus on Wednesday morning and have taken away several protesters.
Dr. Greg Ekbom founded LimbFit, a Christian nonprofit that designs and fits prosthetics and also works side-by-side in hospitals with Ukrainian trauma surgeons.
The nation's third-largest food bank is using a 24-hour fundraiser to fight food insecurity.
An Eden Prairie family is keeping their son's legacy alive, one year after his sudden death.
Fifteen-year-old Bennett Fisk loves baseball and has been playing youth league his whole life. Unfortunately, last season, he had to sit out because even the largest adult-size baseball helmet didn't fit his head and it was too unsafe to play without a helmet.
For the first time in Minnesota cannabis usage on 420 is legal.
Major bills have still not been voted on. But the legislative business has slowed because of the controversial return of Sen. Nicole Mitchell, who was charged last month with felony burglary.
With just two weeks left in the legislative session, there is a lot of unfinished business. The legislative business has slowed because of the controversial return of Sen. Nicole Mitchell who was charged last month with felony burglary. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy takes a look at the bills including sports gambling and gun control that have yet to be passed.
The Trump campaign told donors over the weekend that $76 million was raised in April between the RNC and the campaign, sources said.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has been under fire for details about killing her dog and a false claim about meeting with North Korea's leader in her new book.
The Republican senator talks about the burglary investigation.
For local hat maker Karen Morris, her designs serve as an outlet for so much more than just wearable art.
Are you looking for love this summer? Caribou Coffee is ready to play cupid.
John Lauritsen looks at how a Breezy Point barn went from housing buffalo and cattle to hosting customers and wedding parties.
For Minnesota sports fans, this is the wrong time for Bally Sports North to go black.
Americans are struggling to keep up with their credit card payments and personal bankruptcies are rising — and it's starting to worry economists.
A woman was shot while inside a vehicle driving through north Minneapolis early Sunday, police said, but she is expected to be OK.
Five people were arrested and an officer was injured after a driver in a stolen vehicle fled a traffic stop and crashed near the University of Minnesota early Sunday, police said.
A man has been sentenced for his role in the shooting death of a 17-year-old Plymouth boy after agreeing to a plea deal.
A metro firefighter is dead and another man is injured after an overnight shootout in south Minneapolis, police said.
A man who allegedly fled the country after fatally shooting a man in October of 2013 now faces charges.
Seven-year-old Emmett Cordes was born with a rare blood disorder, but through his love of science and storytelling, he's helping other kids like him understand how medicine works in their bodies.
More than 1,000 people were on the move Saturday all for the same goal: finding a cure for Parkinson's Disease.
More new mothers and babies die in the United States than in any other high-income country, and Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than White women.
You may have seen an anti-abortion ad that's taken over Minnesota airwaves recently. Esme Murphy reviewed 15 years of state abortion data to show us what's true, what needs context, and what is misleading.
Spring has sprung, and so have allergies. And if you've felt like your sniffles and sneezes are worse this year, you're not alone.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
Bernard Hill died Sunday at 79. The actor was known for his roles in "Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic."
Minneapolis was just within reach of hosting WrestleMania 41, but ultimately came up short.
"Sunday Morning" has an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the country singer's first post-stroke song, "Where That Came From," which blends art with artificial intelligence in a recording that captures Travis' country heart.
See who's nominated for the 77th annual Tony Awards. The Tonys will air live on CBS and Paramount+ on Sunday, June 16.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
Ceddanne Rafaela hit the first Red Sox home run in seven games, Rafael Devers added another, and Boston ended Minnesota's 12-game winning streak by beating the Twins 9-2 on Sunday.
Right now the Redhawks are being led by head coach, Scott Glenn. This is his 15th season as head coach, and he picked up a few pointers from his dad, David, who used to be his head coach.
Anthony Edwards scored a playoff career-high 43 points, Naz Reid had 14 of his 16 points in the fourth quarter and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the defending NBA champion Denver Nuggets 106-99 in Game 1 of the second-round series Saturday night.
The excitement for Wolves fans is palpable, as they move to the second round of the playoffs for the first time in twenty years.
Major bills have still not been voted on. But the legislative business has slowed because of the controversial return of Sen. Nicole Mitchell, who was charged last month with felony burglary.
With just two weeks left in the legislative session, there is a lot of unfinished business. The legislative business has slowed because of the controversial return of Sen. Nicole Mitchell who was charged last month with felony burglary. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy takes a look at the bills including sports gambling and gun control that have yet to be passed.
University of Minnesota students continue growing calls across the country for a cease-fire in Gaza. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with the students leading the demonstrations about why it's so important to them.
University of Minnesota students continue growing calls across the country for a cease-fire in Gaza. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Ethan Fine, a leading voice of Jewish students on campus. Hamline University Professor David Schultz weighed-in on the rights of students and the university.
University of Minnesota students continue growing calls across the country for a cease-fire in Gaza. Most of the protestors are not of Palestinian, Muslim or Jewish heritage. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy explores the motives of local protesters.
John Lauritsen looks at how a Breezy Point barn went from housing buffalo and cattle to hosting customers and wedding parties.
It's one of the few covered bridges remaining in the Midwest, and it's seen a lot of traffic over the years.
Decades ago, at an 88-acre pasture near Annandale, cars replaced cows and French Lake Auto Parts was born.
There's an attraction in Fergus Falls that's centered around a man-made disaster.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen goes to New Ulm where the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame is celebrating 35 years.
Whether you're a new driver or new to the state, scheduling a driving test in Minnesota can be a bumpy road.
From drama involving Democratic Minnesota state Sen. Nicole Mitchell to now-former Republican Congressman George Santos, we've recently seen the flames of expulsion being fanned.
Releasing balloons is like slowly littering potentially miles from where the person let them go.
Minnesotans love to get outside no matter the season. Something about being in nature always seems to leave us feeling better. So why does it feel good to get outdoors? Good Question.
What do Lebron James, David Bowie and Bill Gates all have in common? They're left-handed. While they're a minority of the population, they're not alone. So why are we right- or left-handed? Good Question.
Many Minnesotans were treated to a stunning double rainbow on Thursday.
Nicolae Miu, a 54-year-old man from Prior, Lake, Minnesota was found guilty of six criminal charges, including first-degree reckless homicide. Miu's trial lasted eight days in a Hudson, Wisconsin courtroom.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
An early spring snowstorm made for many beautiful sights across the state of Minnesota over the weekend.
State fire officials say a grass fire near Waseca is contained Monday morning after burning more than 1,000 acres.
Monday will be warm and windy, and more rain is on the way this week.
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.
Monday will be warm and windy, and more rain is on the way this week.
WCCO meteorologist Katie Steiner says there will be a mix of sun and clouds on Monday.
Nothing brings in the foot traffic to Sunnyside Gardens in Minneapolis' Linden Hills neighborhood quite like a #Top10WxDay.
Monday will be warm and windy, and more rain is on the way this week.
With just two weeks left in the legislative session, there is a lot of unfinished business. The legislative business has slowed because of the controversial return of Sen. Nicole Mitchell who was charged last month with felony burglary. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy takes a look at the bills including sports gambling and gun control that have yet to be passed.
WCCO meteorologist Katie Steiner says there will be a mix of sun and clouds on Monday.
Hundreds of years of tradition have come to an end in the southwest metro. Six local newspapers stopped publishing last month. David Schuman has what the loss means for those communities.
A New Hope man has learned his sentence for his role in a 2022 deadly shooting.