Mardy Fish switches from pro-tennis to golf at 3M Open, using platform to talk mental health
A Minnesotan who made a name for himself as a tennis pro is now creating a new sports legacy.
Urban Roots brings fresh food to underserved areas and helps employ youth
Urban Roots founded their largest agriculture site on the east side of St. Paul in 2016, turning a former city snow plow dump into fertile farmland.
2-week St. Paul STEM program helps young girls dream big
Some driven young girls within St. Paul Public Schools are not taking any breaks from learning this summer. Fifth and sixth graders wrapped up a two week summer program learning STEM, which is science, technology, engineering and math.
Neighbors recount deadly standoff on 21st Avenue
A neighbor who heard the gunshots this morning told WCCO the same thing: chaos around here is expected.
K-9 teams gather in Arden Hills to train on explosive-detection skills
"I'll tell you what, it's the best job in law enforcement, and I guarantee every handler in [the training center] would tell you that," said Officer Brady Harrison.
Bell Museum planetarium displaying new NASA telescope photos on giant ceiling
The University of Minnesota Bell Museum's planetarium is showing the latest NASA images on the giant ceiling dome for audiences to view galaxies more than 13 billion light years away.
Hmong community holds vigil to honor Vadnais Lake victims
The Hmong community came together tonight to honor the memory of a family with a tragic end. Dozens brought flowers and lit candles for the three children and their parents who all died a week ago on July 1.
Teen bicyclist killed by drunk driver told parents he never wanted to drink when he grew up
A driver hit and killed Braxton Sorenson one week ago in Cedar Lake Township. The 15-year-old was riding his bike when he was hit.
Fundraising effort underway for chef Justin Sutherland after boating accident
Doctors say chef Justin Sutherland, who won "Iron Chef America" and is known locally for the St. Paul restaurant Handsome Hog, will be fine, but the he doesn't have health insurance.
Flash flooding causes significant damage in Albert Lea
The flooding happened in a flash, but the recovery will take much longer for those hit the hardest in Albert Lea late Tuesday night.
Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids brings back therapy dogs after a hiatus during the pandemic
Therapy dogs were eliminated from the hospital halls during the pandemic out of safety, but now, the furry, four-legged helpers are back.
Eden Prairie community revives local paper felled amid pandemic
In the last year and a half, Eden Prairie Local News has pumped out headlines about new developments, new hires and new roads exclusive to Eden Prairie.
Group holds Minneapolis rally against Mayor Frey's veto of Hennepin Avenue bus lane
A group of around 50 people rallied and marched during rush hour in Uptown, Minneapolis Tuesday night to bring some attention to big changes they want to see on Hennepin Avenue, the main corridor in that area.
Lydia Ruppert realizes childhood dream with Aurora
"It doesn't matter like if you play in college, if you don't play in college, what position you play, your ethnicity, your gender, all of that. it's just like about your passion to keep playing," Ruppert said.
Twin Cities Pride Festival sees large turnout during first day
The annual Twin Cities Pride Festival is underway in Loring Park on Saturday and Sunday.