Rochester school surprised by LeBron James visit
One of the greatest basketball players of all time made a Rochester school his training facility last week.
Meet the wrestler-turned-chainsaw artist whose been carving out magic for nearly 40 years
The average chainsaw artist lasts about three to five years in the business because it can be a grueling and dangerous occupation. But an Avon man has created intricate sculptures for 37 years, and counting.
Many Minnesota lakes and rivers at historic low points with no end to drought in sight
With nearly 55% of the state now in severe drought, many Minnesota lakes and rivers are at historic low points.
Volunteers metro-wide pitch in to help out on Xcel Energy's 13th Day of Service
Volunteers from WCCO, Xcel Energy and throughout the Twin Cities came together today in Northeast Minneapolis. They met for Xcel's annual Day of Service, a chance for people to help others in need.
Minnesota's 3rd consecutive dry season has some farms on the ropes
The latest drought monitor from the Minnesota Department of Resources shows which parts of the state have suffered the most. Southern Minnesota, east of Interstate 35, is in severe drought.
Browns Valley retiree's pedal tractor collection now approaches 250 in number
Years ago, David Nigg found himself at a farm auction in Dyersville, Iowa, and he returned home with a little John Deere tractor. From there, things just started rolling.
Belle Plaine firefighter killed in work zone honored by fire crews statewide
At the Belle Plaine Fire Department, firefighters from Cologne and Green Isle volunteered to fill in while Mike Gau's colleagues mourned his loss.
Malfunction grounds State Fair's Space Tower for remainder of this year's fair
One of the most iconic rides at the State Fair will be closed for the rest of the Great Minnesota Get-Together.
Meet the family who has owned the Minnesota State Fair's Space Tower for over 40 years
The Space Tower is an iconic attraction and landmark that you can see from pretty much anywhere on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Built in 1964, it's hundreds of feet of history.
Anoka, Coon Rapids police pull school resource officers due to new Minnesota law
There's a security shakeup inside Minnesota's largest school district, with more than 30,000 students possibly starting the new year without officers patrolling their halls.
Police chiefs decry legislation on school resource officers
Many are saying the new law is vague and unclear, and puts students, staff and officers in potentially dangerous situations.
Little Farm Hands celebrates 20 years at the Minnesota State Fair
For two decades now, kids have been able to drive tractors, pick eggs and learn about where their food comes from.
100 years ago, the Minnesota State Fair hosted a camp for farm boys
Fairgoers aren't strangers to all the animals and attractions, the food and the fun. But tucked away, far on the north side of the fairgrounds, is an inconspicuous, little house that's chock-full of history.
From being told she had 3 days to live to running her 1st 5K race, Amanda Fischer believes in miracles
For Fischer and her son, Paul Benally, the first health scare came 11 years ago when he was bit by a mosquito and contracted encephalitis, which caused his brain to swell. That was only the beginning.
Vendors, attendees are all amped up for Minnesota State Fair
The gates are quiet now, but in six short days, thousands of fairgoers will make their way inside. And when they do, vendors of all kinds will be waiting.