Family seeking closure months after teen killed at Robbinsdale park
It has been three months since 19-year-old Amarie Alowonle was shot and killed during a large gathering at a Robbinsdale park.
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Minnesota Lynx's Cheryl Reeve named WNBA's best coach in July
The Minnesota Lynx are atop the WNBA standings by several games, and the woman in charge of the whole operation is getting her dues.
Missing girl, 12, last seen at Minnehaha Falls on Saturday
Victoria Alexandria Jackson, 12, was last seen walking from Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis around 8 p.m.
Minnesota's International Wolf Center introduces wolf pups to exhibit pack
The International Wolf Center in Ely, Minnesota has introduced its two newest ambassador wolves to the exhibit pack.
Wisconsin bear with jar stuck on head freed, relocated and released
The Chequamegon Humane Association in Ashland, Wisconsin, said the bear had the jar on its head for more than a week.
Pine County officials looking for missing 17-year-old boy
The 17-year-old boy was last seen leaving his house in Rock Creek on Friday evening.
Rep. Morrison introduces bill to boost police recruitment funding
On Monday, U.S. Congresswoman Kelly Morrison, D-Wayzata, announced her advocacy for a new bill called a "Pathway to Policing Act." It would mean more funding to police departments to improve recruitment and training.
HealthPartners workers in Stillwater vote to authorize strike
HealthPartners employees in Stillwater voted to authorize an unfair labor practices strike, their union announced Monday.
Texas Democratic legislators flee state to protest GOP's redistricting plan
Texas Democrats fled the state Sunday, aiming to delay a plan to redraw the state's congressional map and give the GOP a bigger edge — an idea blessed by President Trump.
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Air quality in Minneapolis ranks 2nd worst in world Friday; alert extended
The state of Minnesota is entering another in a long string of summer days marred by air quality alerts. Poor air quality will continue through Saturday with lingering wildfire smoke from Canada.
How to keep your pets safe during an air quality alert
More days of wildfire smoke may mean more trouble for your pets, as veterinarians say they're seeing an increase in respiratory illness in dogs, cats and even birds.
Air quality alert continues as weather turns cooler, less humid
An air quality alert covering the entire state of Minnesota continues on Thursday, marring otherwise fairly ideal weather conditions.
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NEXT Weather: Noon report on Aug. 4, 2025
The air quality in Minnesota will continue to improve on Monday as wildfire smoke moves out of the state.
Minnesota Congresswoman calls for more police recruitment funding
Police departments across the country are struggling to fill their ranks, and Minnesota is no exception.
Get a taste of Minnesota Fare at Rosedale Center
Minnesota is hosting a fair you're not going to want to miss.
Everly Farms hosts Corks for a Cause
From seasonal salads to savory granola, this new experience in Minnesota is bringing a unique twist to food and wine pairings.
What are your healthy spending habits?
According to a new survey, 85% of Americans say they engage in wasteful spending at least occasionally.
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How a Minnesota swimmer and his father bond over superheroes
A young Minnesota athlete preparing for the Special Olympics shares a special bond over superheroes with his father. Mike Max introduces the Lepel family.
Lynx's Cheryl Reeve, Napheesa Collier earn monthly awards for July
The Minnesota Lynx are atop the WNBA standings by several games, and the two people most responsible for that success are getting their dues.
Twins snap 4-game losing streak in 5-4 win over Guardians
Trevor Larnach had a two-run single in a four-run first inning and the Minnesota Twins beat the Cleveland Guardians 5-4 on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep.
Twins beat Guardians 5-4 to snap 4-game losing streak
Trevor Larnach had a two-run in a four-run first inning and the Minnesota Twins beat the Cleveland Guardians 5-4 on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep.
Lynx acquire DiJonai Carrington from Wings
The WNBA-leading Minnesota Lynx have acquired DiJonai Carrington in a trade from Dallas.
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Two meteor showers peak Tuesday night. Here's how to view them.
Be sure to turn your eyes to the night sky, as brief flashes of light will streak through outer space on Tuesday night.
How should we clean produce?
From farmland to store shelves and, soon, your kitchen, produce is a healthy choice that sometimes needs a healthy rinse.
Is crying actually good for you?
Tears come for many reasons: a joyful reunion, a surprising win, a frustrating loss and a forever loss, too. And sometimes, tears come for reasons we can hardly explain.
What does Minnesota grow best?
Georgia is known for growing peaches, Florida for oranges. But what about Minnesota?
Why do we light fireworks on July 4?
A big part of the upcoming July Fourth holiday involves marveling at explosions in the sky.
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Beloved Heights Bakery closes after 72 years
Friday morning, a line with dozens of hungry customers stretched out to the intersection. The Heights Bakery has been serving sweets to the Columbia Heights community for 72 years.
Minnesota Fringe Festival features musical produced entirely by kids
The Minnesota Fringe festival brings over 100 performing arts performances to over a dozen metro venues, and one of this year's shows is produced entirely by kids.
Minnesotan swims English Channel as food shelf fundraiser
The roughly 21-mile swim across the English Channel took Seth Baetzold 11 hours and 23 minutes.
Crisis nursery helps care for kids when no one else can
The Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery was established by Junior League women who realized there was nowhere to turn when parents were in crisis and needed help caring for their kids.
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Every new food, drink and vendor at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
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.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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.
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Rep. Morrison introduces bill to boost police recruitment funding
On Monday, U.S. Congresswoman Kelly Morrison, D-Wayzata, announced her advocacy for a new bill called a "Pathway to Policing Act." It would mean more funding to police departments to improve recruitment and training.
Motorcyclist arrested on suspicion of DWI after fleeing crash, patrol says
A suspected drunken motorcyclist is in custody after allegedly fleeing a crash that left his passenger gravely injured on Sunday.
Family seeking closure months after teen killed at Robbinsdale park
It has been three months since 19-year-old Amarie Alowonle was shot and killed during a large gathering at a Robbinsdale park.
Missing girl, 12, last seen at Minnehaha Falls on Saturday
Victoria Alexandria Jackson, 12, was last seen walking from Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis around 8 p.m.
Charges: Bloomington man tried to blame victim in deadly April crash
Investigators observed bruising across the suspect's chest "consistent with the pattern of a driver's side seatbelt," which the woman who died in the crash did not have.
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Pine County officials looking for missing 17-year-old boy
The 17-year-old boy was last seen leaving his house in Rock Creek on Friday evening.
Rep. Morrison introduces bill to boost police recruitment funding
On Monday, U.S. Congresswoman Kelly Morrison, D-Wayzata, announced her advocacy for a new bill called a "Pathway to Policing Act." It would mean more funding to police departments to improve recruitment and training.
HealthPartners workers in Stillwater vote to authorize strike
HealthPartners employees in Stillwater voted to authorize an unfair labor practices strike, their union announced Monday.
Minnesota's International Wolf Center introduces wolf pups to exhibit pack
The International Wolf Center in Ely, Minnesota has introduced its two newest ambassador wolves to the exhibit pack.
Doctors share tips to help deal with Minnesota air quality
As the air quality in Minnesota remains dangerous, experts are giving advice.
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Wisconsin bear with jar stuck on head freed, relocated and released
The Chequamegon Humane Association in Ashland, Wisconsin, said the bear had the jar on its head for more than a week.
Wisconsin officials confirm first measles cases of the year
Wisconsin's Department of Health Services confirmed nine cases of measles in Oconto County on Saturday, the first cases the state has seen this year.
Wisconsin DNR on lookout for bear with jar stuck on its head
The Chequamegon Humane Association in Ashland, Wisconsin, says a bear has been wandering around with a jar on its head for eight days.
Wis. man pleads guilty to smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies
A Wisconsin man has pleaded guilty to smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies in violation of U.S. sanctions.
Wisconsin Secretary of State mulls lieutenant governor bid
Wisconsin's Democratic Secretary of State, Sarah Godlewski, is not planning to run for governor or a full term in her current role.
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Rep. Morrison introduces bill to boost police recruitment funding
On Monday, U.S. Congresswoman Kelly Morrison, D-Wayzata, announced her advocacy for a new bill called a "Pathway to Policing Act." It would mean more funding to police departments to improve recruitment and training.
Minnesota Congresswoman calls for more police recruitment funding
Police departments across the country are struggling to fill their ranks, and Minnesota is no exception.
Dems negotiated for release of billions in exchange for batch of Trump nominees, sources say
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer was negotiating with Republican leadership for the release of billions in government funds for the National Institutes of Health, World Food Program and other spending, sources said.
Texas Democratic legislators flee state to protest GOP's redistricting plan
Texas Democrats fled the state Sunday, aiming to delay a plan to redraw the state's congressional map and give the GOP a bigger edge — an idea blessed by President Trump.
Canadian trade minister "encouraged by the conversations" despite U.S. raising tariff
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said"we're prepared to stick around and do the work needed" after leaving Washington without a trade deal in recent days.
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Coon Rapids Walmart permanently closing at the end of August
Around 176 people will be permanently laid off as a result of the closure, according to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.
AG Ellison announces $5M settlement for thousands of renters
More than 4,000 Minnesota renters are eligible to get money back from a property management company accused of overcharging and stealing security deposits.
Albert Lea blocks Minnesota's first non-tribal cannabis dispensary
A new decision from the Albert Lea City Council could be a sign of more difficulties for the cannabis industry ahead.
Court rules against company accused of defrauding Somali families
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says his office secured a judgment against a property development company accused of defrauding Somali immigrant families.
How should we clean produce?
From farmland to store shelves and, soon, your kitchen, produce is a healthy choice that sometimes needs a healthy rinse.
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Rep. Morrison introduces bill to boost police recruitment funding
On Monday, U.S. Congresswoman Kelly Morrison, D-Wayzata, announced her advocacy for a new bill called a "Pathway to Policing Act." It would mean more funding to police departments to improve recruitment and training.
Motorcyclist arrested on suspicion of DWI after fleeing crash, patrol says
A suspected drunken motorcyclist is in custody after allegedly fleeing a crash that left his passenger gravely injured on Sunday.
Family seeking closure months after teen killed at Robbinsdale park
It has been three months since 19-year-old Amarie Alowonle was shot and killed during a large gathering at a Robbinsdale park.
Charges: Bloomington man tried to blame victim in deadly April crash
Investigators observed bruising across the suspect's chest "consistent with the pattern of a driver's side seatbelt," which the woman who died in the crash did not have.
Driver crashes in Brooklyn Park, flees on foot during police chase
Police in a northern Twin Cities suburb say a potentially impaired driver evaded law enforcement after crashing during a pursuit early Sunday.
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HealthPartners workers in Stillwater vote to authorize strike
HealthPartners employees in Stillwater voted to authorize an unfair labor practices strike, their union announced Monday.
Doctor-patient team looks help people with chronic pain
In the U.S., nearly 21% of people live with chronic pain, but a patient-doctor team from M Health Fairview hopes to change that.
Doctors share tips to help deal with Minnesota air quality
As the air quality in Minnesota remains dangerous, experts are giving advice.
Mayo Clinic refused employee's vaccine exemption request, lawsuit says
A lawsuit filed Thursday alleges the Mayo Clinic violated federal law when it refused a security guard's request to be exempt from getting the COVID-19 vaccine because of his religious beliefs.
Mayo Clinic uses AI to achieve breakthrough in diagnosing cancers
Doctors at the Mayo Clinic are using artificial intelligence to achieve a breakthrough in diagnosing pancreatic cancer. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy explains the remarkable development and the potential impact on other cancers.
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Loni Anderson, star of "WKRP in Cincinnati," dies at 79
Loni Anderson, who played a struggling radio station's empowered receptionist on the hit TV comedy "WKRP in Cincinnati," died Sunday, just days before her 80th birthday.
Family, fans bid farewell to Ozzy Osbourne at U.K. funeral procession
A funeral procession for legendary Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne in Birmingham, England, gave fans a chance to pay their respects.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner's impact on Minnesotans
A Minnesotan who knew Malcolm-Jamal Warner says the teen star was much more than just an actor.
Minnesota Fringe Festival features musical produced entirely by kids
The Minnesota Fringe festival brings over 100 performing arts performances to over a dozen metro venues, and one of this year's shows is produced entirely by kids.
Bon Iver's frontman teams up with Lynx to help Minnesota nonprofits
Grammy Award winner Justin Vernon, the frontman for Bon Iver, is teaming up with the Minnesota Lynx to give back to the community.