Driver has both legs amputated after Shoreview crash, authorities say
A driver involved in a crash in the north metro late Saturday had to have both his legs amputated, authorities said.
How to watch the 49ers-Vikings game (and WCCO's pregame show)
The Minnesota Vikings will seek to build on their strong start to the season Sunday when they host the NFC powerhouse San Franscisco 49ers. You can watch the game exclusively on WCCO, with plenty of pregame coverage starting at 10:30 a.m.
Vikings WR Jordan Addison won't play Sunday vs. 49ers
The Minnesota Vikings' tall task of beating the San Francisco 49ers just got a little bit taller.
Injured Vikings WR Addison could play vs. 49ers, O'Connell says
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison, who left Sunday's season-opening win with an injury, has a chance to return as soon as this week, his head coach said.
Park Tavern crash suspect now charged with murder
A man accused of drunkenly driving into a restaurant patio in St. Louis Park and killing two people will face more severe charges after prosecutors viewed surveillance video of the crash, authorities say.
J.J. McCarthy didn't feel meniscus tear until day after it happened
Most season-ending injuries in the NFL are dramatic and immediate — think guys writhing on the ground in pain, then being carted off the field teary-eyed. But Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy didn't even feel his waylaying wound until the day after it happened.
Endangered tiger cubs born at St. Paul's Como Zoo
For the first time in more than four decades, tiger cubs were born at the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory last month.
Massive fish kill at Duluth creek under investigation
More than 1,000 fish were found dead in a Duluth creek in July after the city released more than a million gallons of disinfected water into it, pollution officials said.
McCarthy "doing great" in rehab from torn meniscus, coach says
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell provided a positive update on rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy's rehab process Tuesday.
Minnesota Vikings reveal plans for kick returner position
Despite general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah last week naming Myles Gaskin as the Minnesota Vikings' kick returner, special teams coordinator Matt Daniels said Tuesday that isn't the team's plan heading into the season.
PWHL Minnesota names new general manager months after Natalie Darwitz's ousting
PWHL Minnesota has named a new general manager, months after previous GM Natalie Darwitz was ousted following the team's championship inaugural season.
ESPN simulated the 2024 NFL season. Vikings fans won't be thrilled.
The 2024 NFL season kicks off this week and Minnesota Vikings fans have plenty to be excited about — or maybe anxious is a better word.
Vikings open season Sunday at Giants: Matchups to watch
The new-look Minnesota Vikings will make their much-anticipated debut on Sunday against the New York Giants.
Wolves' Anthony Edwards to star in Netflix's "Starting 5"
There seems to be a mandate at Netflix: If you're making a sports documentary series, include an athlete from Minnesota.
Takeaways from the Minnesota Vikings' initial 53-man roster
The Minnesota Vikings released their initial 53-man roster Tuesday, and while it's certain to change before the season starts, there are some important takeaways to be gleaned.