Chief: St. Cloud police shoot man who assaulted officer with a knife
The officer who was attacked with the knife fired one round from their handgun, and the bullet hit the man in the arm
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Timberwolves fan ejected for "incident involving Draymond Green"
The Minnesota Timberwolves said a fan was ejected from Thursday night's win over the Golden State Warriors due to "an incident involving Draymond Green," and another fan left of his own accord after making "racially charged comments" to Green.
Video shows Kia ripping down Minneapolis road in front of squad car
Minneapolis police say teenagers are taunting them after a dangerous driver was seen ripping down a street in broad daylight right by a squad car.
Minnesota DNR preparing for wildfire threat amid elevated fire danger
More than 60 counties are under a wildfire watch starting Sunday morning, officials say.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires push through Minnesota
A round of smoke will roll through Minnesota on Friday after several wildfires developed in Canada.
Excitement for fishing opener has resorts reeling in customers
Typically, business here doesn't pick up until Memorial Day weekend at Appledoorn's Sunset Bay Resort. But with a nearly perfect forecast, they're reeling in visitors from across the Midwest.
Minnesota Frost beat Toronto Sceptres 5-3 in Game 2 of playoff series
Lee Stecklein had two goals and an assist to help the Minnesota Frost beat the Toronto Sceptres 5-3 in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series.
Minnesota Twins get past San Francisco Giants 3-1
Chris Paddack took a three-hitter into the eighth inning, and the Minnesota Twins beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 for their sixth straight victory.
Alleged Minneapolis gang member sentenced in trafficking operation
An alleged Minneapolis gang member will spend over 12 years in prison for his role in what officials have called "an extensive fentanyl trafficking operation."
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Minnesota DNR preparing for wildfire threat amid elevated fire danger
More than 60 counties are under a wildfire watch starting Sunday morning, officials say.
What's the windiest month in Minnesota?
If it's felt pretty breezy lately, you're not imagining it. Spring and fall tend to be Minnesota's windier seasons.
Minn. pollution officials release air quality forecast for summer
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has released its latest air quality forecast for the summer season.
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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report for Minnesota from May 10, 2025
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says Mother's Day is shaping up to be warm and windy with temperatures possibly reaching the high 80s.
Northern Minnesota town honoring man with fishing opener fundraiser
Minnesota's fishing opener will take on extra meaning for the Pequot Lakes community. Mike Max shows how a group of people is coming together to honor the life of Jack Hennies and raise funds for suicide awareness.
How the Minnesota DNR is preparing for elevated wildfire danger
More than 60 Minnesota counties are under a wildfire watch starting Sunday morning. Ubah Ali spoke with an official with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources about how they're preparing for potential wildfires, and what someone should do if they spot one.
WCCO digital update: Afternoon of May 9, 2025
Jeff Wagner has the latest headlines and updates from WCCO.com.
NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report for Minnesota from May 9, 2025
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says the Twin Cities could reach the high 70s on Saturday before a possible warmup to the high 80s on Sunday.
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Minnesota Frost beat Toronto Sceptres 5-3 in Game 2 of playoff series
Lee Stecklein had two goals and an assist to help the Minnesota Frost beat the Toronto Sceptres 5-3 in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series.
Minnesota Twins get past San Francisco Giants 3-1
Chris Paddack took a three-hitter into the eighth inning, and the Minnesota Twins beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 for their sixth straight victory.
How a Minneapolis teacher is providing opportunities for local hoopers
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Timberwolves fan ejected for "incident involving Draymond Green"
The Minnesota Timberwolves said a fan was ejected from Thursday night's win over the Golden State Warriors due to "an incident involving Draymond Green," and another fan left of his own accord after making "racially charged comments" to Green.
Excitement for fishing opener has resorts reeling in customers
Typically, business here doesn't pick up until Memorial Day weekend at Appledoorn's Sunset Bay Resort. But with a nearly perfect forecast, they're reeling in visitors from across the Midwest.
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What's the windiest month in Minnesota?
If it's felt pretty breezy lately, you're not imagining it. Spring and fall tend to be Minnesota's windier seasons.
What should you eat when you're feeling sick?
"Often times when our body is fighting off any sort of illness or infection, our nutritional needs become elevated," explained Sarah Harbeck, a registered and licensed dietician at M Health Fairview.
What are the best fishing conditions, weather-wise?
The reopening of the fishing season has many wondering what the best conditions for fishing actually are – not only weather conditions, but even down to the hour of the day.
Why are the first 100 days of a presidency important?
The first 100 days are a presidential milestone and a benchmark that dates back almost a century.
Why do tulips bloom early?
Tulip season is just beginning in Minnesota, a sign of incoming warmth.
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Minnesota father-daughter duo create unique handmade lures
The fishing opener is two days away, and a father and daughter in St. Cloud are doing what they can to make sure Minnesotans catch more fish.
Minnesota woman creates app that celebrates motherhood
A Minnetonka woman is on a mission to celebrate the everyday moments of motherhood: the sleepless nights, caring for a sick kiddo and the tantrum survival.
A Minneapolis church brings well-being sessions to its migrant ministry
A Lutheran church in Minneapolis is taking practical steps to help its mostly Latino immigrant congregation deal with the uncertainty and stress of a Trump administration crackdown.
Missing Minneapolis teen found safe
Police say a missing 13-year-old girl reported missing over the weekend in Minneapolis has been found safe.
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Gallery: Vietnam through the lens of Arthur Phillips Sr.
WCCO photojournalist Art Phillips shares some personal family photos taken by his father, Arthur Phillips Sr., in Vietnam during his time in service.
Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Gallery: The new Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum
The new Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum is under construction just outside of Camp Ripley in Little Falls. Set to open in late 2026, the $40 million, first-of-its-kind project in the nation will be eight times the size of the existing museum. It will honor not only Minnesota's service members and their sacrifices, but the refugee experience as well. Watch and read more in Pauleen Le's series "Vietnam 50 Years Later: Reflections on a War that Changed Minnesota."
Minnesota severe weather gallery: April 28, 2025
The National Weather Service has issued multiple tornado warnings and many more severe thunderstorm warnings throughout wide swaths of southern and central Minnesota Monday afternoon.
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Alleged Minneapolis gang member sentenced in trafficking operation
An alleged Minneapolis gang member will spend over 12 years in prison for his role in what officials have called "an extensive fentanyl trafficking operation."
Burnsville man accused of fatally stabbing child's mother
A 48-year-old Burnsville man has been accused of fatally stabbing his children's mother, according to a criminal complaint filed in court on Friday.
Great North Innocence Project sees $600K federal grant slashed
"It means that justice will be delayed," said Executive Director of the Great North Innocence Project Sarah Jones. The organization works to free wrongfully convicted people.
Sinkhole closes down part of West 7th Street in St. Paul
A part of West Seventh Street in downtown St. Paul is closed due to a sinkhole in the roadway, city officials say.
Minnesota man knocking on every door in his city to help those in need
A Minnesota man has an ambitious goal of knocking on every door in his city in an effort to help a local nonprofit.
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Minnesota DNR preparing for wildfire threat amid elevated fire danger
More than 60 counties are under a wildfire watch starting Sunday morning, officials say.
Chief: St. Cloud police shoot man who assaulted officer with a knife
The officer who was attacked with the knife fired one round from their handgun, and the bullet hit the man in the arm
Man sentenced to life in prison in Waite Park woman's death
A 30-year-old man was sentenced to life in prison for murdering a 52-year-old Waite Park woman in her apartment building in 2023.
Excitement for fishing opener has resorts reeling in customers
Typically, business here doesn't pick up until Memorial Day weekend at Appledoorn's Sunset Bay Resort. But with a nearly perfect forecast, they're reeling in visitors from across the Midwest.
Moorhead police search for Angel Fisherman, missing teen
Angel Fisherman, 18, left a care facility in Moorhead on the 1000 block of 38th Street South Friday.
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Dems ask Wis. Supreme Court to toss state's congressional boundaries
Democratic voters in Wisconsin have asked the state's liberal-controlled Supreme Court to throw out the battleground state's current congressional district boundaries after a similar request was rejected last year.
Wisconsin GOP kills marijuana legalization, tax hikes for millionaires
Republicans who control the Wisconsin Legislature have voted to kill most of the top spending priorities of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers.
Wis. Gov. Evers: "I'm not afraid" as border czar suggests possible arrest
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers says every American should be concerned about "chilling" suggestions from President Donald Trump's top border adviser that he could be arrested over guidance the Democrat issued to state employees about what to do if confronted by federal immigration agents.
Wisconsin man snake-bitten hundreds of times, often on purpose
A Wisconsin man has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times, and scientists are studying his blood to treat snakebite.
Police: Girl, 15, missing for nearly 2 weeks found safe
Police say the missing girl has been located safe and have canceled the missing person alert.
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Minnesota lawmakers and Walz 'inching' towards budget deal
The Minnesota Legislature is racing against the clock to complete its work in the 10 days left until lawmakers must adjourn or run into overtime.
Minnesota lawmakers racing against clock to reach budget agreement
Leaders are still projecting confidence and say they are nearing a deal. But every day that passes without one makes a special session more likely.
15 states sue over Trump's move to fast-track oil and gas projects
Over a dozen states are suing the Trump administration over its efforts to fast-track energy projects, claiming the government is bypassing environmental laws.
Four Vietnamese American vets reflect 50 years after Vietnam War's end
Pauleen Le sat down with four Vietnamese veterans who now call Minnesota home: Dr. Tuong Ho Ha, Tam Nguyen, Dieu Tran and Trang Thanh Son. All four men say the pain they feel today is just as real as it was 50 years ago.
The Minnesota veterans who returned to Vietnam
For a growing number of veterans, some of their wounds could only begin to heal with a trip back to Vietnam years, if not decades, after they served.
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Minnesota small businesses struggling to "survive the tariff crisis"
Import taxes on Chinese goods are up to 145%. As trade talks are on the horizon. Minnesota-made companies are feeling the pressure.
St. Paul City Council approves more changes to rent control ordinance
More changes are coming to St. Paul's rent control ordinance after a lengthy debate and divisive vote in the City Council.
Isle business owner concerned as Trump's tariffs cause material costs to spike
"In January, when we were going to ship, all of a sudden the tariffs happened. I couldn't afford to have them shipped here — I wouldn't have any profit left," said Linda Dahlen.
Real ID finally lands in Minnesota. What you need to know.
After years of delays, the deadline to have a Real ID to fly arrives on Wednesday. But Minnesota officials say only 42% of Minnesotans have updated their driver's licenses.
Nationwide ban on TCE on hold following Minnesota's ban on toxic chemical
The earliest the EPA ban could begin is June, but it's expected to be delayed. If it goes into effect, the federal ban will supersede Minnesota's statewide ban.
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Chief: St. Cloud police shoot man who assaulted officer with a knife
The officer who was attacked with the knife fired one round from their handgun, and the bullet hit the man in the arm
Alleged Minneapolis gang member sentenced in trafficking operation
An alleged Minneapolis gang member will spend over 12 years in prison for his role in what officials have called "an extensive fentanyl trafficking operation."
Burnsville man accused of fatally stabbing child's mother
A 48-year-old Burnsville man has been accused of fatally stabbing his children's mother, according to a criminal complaint filed in court on Friday.
Great North Innocence Project sees $600K federal grant slashed
"It means that justice will be delayed," said Executive Director of the Great North Innocence Project Sarah Jones. The organization works to free wrongfully convicted people.
Single mom's car stolen in Minneapolis 2 days after she bought it
It was all smiles when Stephanie Tubman bought her 2016 Hyundai Elantra, but that smile didn't last long.
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Federal funding cuts are threatening Minnesota's mental health resources
Federal funding cuts to mental health resources is leaving some Minnesotans in a lurch, unsure of whether or not they'll continue to have access to therapeutic and social services.
Here's how you can prevent skin cancer
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and this might surprise you, but Minnesota has the second-highest rate of melanoma in the country.
Alternative education community helps Minnesotans with autism thrive
Minnesota adults with autism are thriving in the workplace.
What should you eat when you're feeling sick?
"Often times when our body is fighting off any sort of illness or infection, our nutritional needs become elevated," explained Sarah Harbeck, a registered and licensed dietician at M Health Fairview.
Meet the K-9 therapy dog pair that travels across the state
While some larger police departments like Minneapolis have their own therapy K-9s, Rip and Summit will be on call for public safety agencies across the state.
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Actor Michael Pitt, know for "Boardwalk Empire," arrested on sex abuse charges
Actor Michael Pitt was arrested Friday at his home in Brooklyn on nine state counts. His lawyers deny the allegations.
How Trump's NEA grant cuts could impact Twin Cities theaters
A real-life financial drama is playing out at several Twin Cities theaters as the Trump administration says it's pulling National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grants to fund projects that reflect "creativity as prioritized by the President" instead.
John Oliver calls out St. Paul Saints on "Last Week Tonight"
The St. Paul Saints may be in for a rebrand after comedian John Oliver called out the team on his show "Last Week Tonight."
"Thunderbolts*" brings Marvel films into the mental health conversation
Mental health advocates say stories like "Thunderbolts*" are helping break stereotypes and making emotional struggles more relatable, especially for fans who grew up feeling misunderstood.
Sean "Diddy" Combs trial starts with jury selection in NYC
Jury selection in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial started Monday in New York City.