Severe Storms Pop Up In Minnesota & Wisconsin
Severe thunderstorms packing damaging winds have been popping up in parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
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Severe thunderstorms packing damaging winds have been popping up in parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
A local organization is calling for volunteers this morning to help feed malnourished children around the world. Feed My Starving Children sends packaged meals to starving kids in 70 countries. They need your help this summer to get the food there on time.
Republican state Sen. Julianne Ortman says she is "seriously considering" a challenge to Sen. Al Franken next year. Ortman tells The Associated Press on Monday that it's a tough decision she'll make after discussions with her family and political advisors in the coming weeks. The state senator from Chanhassen has been discussed as a possible candidate but she had not publicly addressed the speculation until Monday.
Ever felt like actually hugging a tree? Show up to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum on Friday and you could be a part of history.
Hundreds of students and faculty members from an elementary school are walking in memory of a special little boy named Mitch.
Attention, tree-huggers. The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum wants you.
The National Weather Service said Monday parts of Minnesota will likely see "extreme flooding" this spring.
Assessing the amount of flooding regions across Minnesota is something meteorologists track year-round. The National Weather Service (NWS) and the U.S. Geological Survey are able to monitor water levels in rivers and lakes down to the very centimeter at every hour.
Minnesota is still firmly in the grip of winter, but the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum says it's time to think about gardening.
Five great theater performances are coming this spring that will delight people of all ages and interests.
Minnesota's medical device makers say a new tax to help pay for the federal health care law could cause cutbacks, and even layoffs.
Young actors from across Minnesota are getting a chance to appear onstage at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres.
A long-running Twin Cities dinner theater is branching into musical concerts. Chanhassen Dinner Theatres plans to debut a 2013 concert series for audiences on its Fireside Stage.
Officially, the weekend snowfall total was just more than 10 inches, according to instruments at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Miss WCCO-TV's High School Sports Rally Friday night? We've got all the high school winter sports action in the videos below -- plus a profile on Niklas Backstrom.
Carver County authorities are investigating a possible assault at a Lifetime Fitness in Chanhassen.
The death of a 9-year-old boy from a lightning strike in Duluth this weekend underscores the dangers of lightning.
Our military members are often remembered during Fourth of July parades, and so it was in Chanhassen Wednesday afternoon.
Every town and city across the country boasts its own Independence Day fireworks. If you're looking for a show that is a little more elaborate, or includes a little more a tiny, hometown option, grab that blanket and the bugspray and head to the best places to watch the 4th of July fireworks in Minnesota.
Funeral arrangements have been finalized for the 12-year-old girl who was hit and killed on Highway 101 in Chanhassen last Wednesday while walking her bike across the highway.
Former State Representative Christopher Tjornhom has died at age 53.
A 12-year-old girl died after she was hit on a busy intersection of Highway 101 in Chanhassen.
The University of Minnesota has issued a list of the top 10 plants that have changed Minnesota and how its people live today.
A woman who fought off a man who broke into her house and attacked her is speaking out and sending a message to warn others.
With the mercury at 80-degrees when the starting gun was fired, it was one of the warmest Boston Marathons in the history of the event. That's why race officials were offering deferments to runners.
For most of quarterback J.J. McCarthy's NFL debut, the lights appeared to be too bright for him. But the faith of his Minnesota Vikings coaches and teammates never wavered.
Minnesota's dairy herds have been declared as being unaffected by the bird flu virus after months of sampling, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.
People who filed claims as part of Facebook's privacy settlement could get their money over the next 10 weeks.
The man accused of killing another man this summer at a St. Paul, Minnesota, homeless encampment is now facing a murder charge.
Gov. Tim Walz told reporters he doesn't yet have a date set for when he would order a special meeting of the Legislature, but the hope is "sooner rather than later."
The man accused of killing another man this summer at a St. Paul, Minnesota, homeless encampment is now facing a murder charge.
Gov. Tim Walz told reporters he doesn't yet have a date set for when he would order a special meeting of the Legislature, but the hope is "sooner rather than later."
A Blaine, Minnesota, boy is home after 246 days in the hospital with a new heart thanks to a donor.
Investigators say a 15-year-old boy from Ramsey was driving a dirt bike on the southern sidewalk on Northdale Boulevard Northwest when he swerved onto the road at the intersection of Marigold Street Northwest.
A recovery team has found a body believed to be a Minnesota kayaker who disappeared at Jackson Lake in western Wyoming more than a year ago.
Minnesota's dairy herds have been declared as being unaffected by the bird flu virus after months of sampling, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.
A southern Minnesota man with at least two prior DWI convictions is accused of again driving drunk and causing a wrong-way crash that killed two people.
The six clinics in Belle Plaine, Caledonia, Montgomery, Northridge, St. Peter and Wells will close by Dec. 10.
Food service, custodial and maintenance workers working for the University of Minnesota system have started a rolling strike, the union that represents the employees said Monday night.
Gov. Tim Walz will meet with legislative leaders on Tuesday to discuss a special session focused on gun safety.
A Wisconsin legislator has left the state Assembly's Democratic caucus after being accused by fellow party members of threatening to kill three lawmakers.
Two people, including a Vietnam War veteran, were killed in a helicopter crash south of the Twin Cities on Saturday afternoon, federal officials said.
The crash happened just before 6:30 p.m. on 480th Avenue near 830th Street in Ellsworth Township.
A conservative justice on the Wisconsin Supreme Court says she will not seek reelection, creating an open race for a seat on the court that's controlled 4-3 by liberals.
The Wisconsin Historical Society says the Frank D. Barker was sailing for Escanaba, Michigan in 1887 when it hit bad weather and ran off course.
On one corner in north Minneapolis, you'll find more than just an urban farm. You'll also find opportunity, thanks to Appetite for Change.
The Minnesota Star Tribune says it plans to close its own printing facility on Dec. 27, a move the newspaper says will "affect" around 125 employees.
A group of businesses along Nicollet Avenue near Annunciation Church are doing what they can to give back.
Minnesotans are looking to answer the call for help following Wednesday's mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis. Events and efforts are underway to help victims, their families and healthcare workers.
A grandma's quiet craft shop in Holdingford, Minnesota, got a big surprise thanks to her loving grandson and a viral Facebook post.
Gov. Tim Walz told reporters he doesn't yet have a date set for when he would order a special meeting of the Legislature, but the hope is "sooner rather than later."
As National Guard troops patrol the streets of Washington, D.C., President Trump has threatened to send soldiers to other cities across the country to help stop crime, but can they perform law enforcement duties? The laws create a complicated answer.
The push for change at the State Capitol comes after a shooter killed two students and wounded more than 20 others at Annunciation School in Minneapolis. Minnesota's governor met with top lawmakers behind closed doors Tuesday afternoon. WCCO's Caroline Cummings has the latest on where things stand.
Three months after the politically-motivated killing of Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, Democrats selected state Rep. Zack Stephenson to steer the caucus moving forward.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday said it will decide whether President Trump can impose his most sweeping tariffs.
Minnesota's dairy herds have been declared as being unaffected by the bird flu virus after months of sampling, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.
WCCO's Jeff Wagner tries to get to the bottom of this fuzzy phenomenon.
If you've been thinking of buying an electric car, you may want to pounce. A major tax credit is about to expire as part of President Trump's mega-bill.
The latest statistics through Saturday show that nearly 1.6 million people have passed through the fair gates.
A salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has sickened nearly 100 people in 14 states, including four cases in Minnesota, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The man accused of killing another man this summer at a St. Paul, Minnesota, homeless encampment is now facing a murder charge.
A southern Minnesota man with at least two prior DWI convictions is accused of again driving drunk and causing a wrong-way crash that killed two people.
As National Guard troops patrol the streets of Washington, D.C., President Trump has threatened to send soldiers to other cities across the country to help stop crime, but can they perform law enforcement duties? The laws create a complicated answer.
A man accused of stabbing both of his parents at their home in Champlin, Minnesota, allegedly did so during a "drug induced rage," court documents show.
The indictment says the men are leaders of the Ambazonia Defense Forces (ADF), a group of armed fighters seeking to create a new country in the English-speaking northwestern and southwestern regions of Cameroon.
Minnesota's dairy herds have been declared as being unaffected by the bird flu virus after months of sampling, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.
The six clinics in Belle Plaine, Caledonia, Montgomery, Northridge, St. Peter and Wells will close by Dec. 10.
Four physicians, who recently resigned from the CDC in protest, tell "Sunday Morning" they believe HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is jeopardizing the nation's public health.
Months before thrill-seeking snowboarders and skiers take to Burnsville, Minnesota's Buck Hill, the site played host to a grueling challenge for a good cause.
A 37-year-old Montevideo, Minnesota, woman is speaking out about her life-changing experience with West Nile virus amid a rise in reported cases.
The 58-year-old chef said in a social media post that he had a Basal cell carcinoma removed from his skin.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
The Minnesota State Fair is a chance for artists and athletes to connect with the community and show off all their hard work.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
The sights and sounds of country band Old Dominion lit up the Grandstand at the Minnesota State Fair on Thursday ahead of the release of their latest album, "Barbara."
Aug. 29, 2025 marks the start of WCCO’s 18th season of the High School Sports Rally. The Academy of Holy Angels football team honored the victims and survivors of the shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church. Plus, a quarterback who is "creating a buzz."
For most of quarterback J.J. McCarthy's NFL debut, the lights appeared to be too bright for him. But the faith of his Minnesota Vikings coaches and teammates never wavered.
Kyle Hendricks threw seven shutout innings, Chris Taylor and Yoán Moncada hit three-run homers, and the Los Angeles Angels scored all of their runs with two outs in a 12-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night.
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell has long realized how vital a vastly improved running game is toward his team's status as a legitimate Super Bowl contender.
Kelsey Mitchell scored 18 points and the Indiana Fever wrapped up the regular season with an 83-72 win Tuesday night over the league-leading Minnesota Lynx, who were resting MVP candidate Napheesa Collier.
In the aftermath of the Annunciation shooting, Gov. Tim Walz has announced he will call a special session of the legislature to deal with gun violence. While his proposals would include an assault weapons ban, Republicans have a different agenda.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the different proposals and the odds of them passing.
As people look for motives behind the tragedy at Annunciation Catholic School, some are casting pointing the blame on at the transgender community.
As people look for motives behind the tragedy at Annunciation Catholic School, some are casting pointing the blame on at the transgender community. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke Minnesota DFL Rep. Leigh Finke about the backlash the trans community is now facing
In the aftermath of the Annunciation shooting, the shock feels everlasting and the loss permanent. The next steps are unclear, but moving forward is already happening.
There's a cabin that blends into its surroundings so well, you almost can't see it. In Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shares the story behind the "Mirror Cabin" near the town of Ironton.
It's been 50 years since WCCO has been at its current location at the "Great Minnesota Get-Together."
Caves that were once used for making beer in the 1800s are now used for making cheese. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen looks into the history of the cheese caves in Faribault.
On his five-acre property in Blaine, Minnesota, Erik Lund has plenty of space to fine-tune his golf game and his guitar game.
This Friday, the town of Braham will reach a milestone as it celebrates its 35th "Pie Day." It's always the first Friday in August.
As National Guard troops patrol the streets of Washington, D.C., President Trump has threatened to send soldiers to other cities across the country to help stop crime, but can they perform law enforcement duties? The laws create a complicated answer.
WCCO's Jeff Wagner tries to get to the bottom of this fuzzy phenomenon.
As Minnesotans rush to support the Annunciation Church and School community, it can be hard to know what to say. And frankly, what not to say.
Dominated by foot traffic, it's easy to forget the Minnesota State Fairgrounds is paved to handle vehicle traffic, complete with street names.
For some Minnesota State Fairgoers, it's the deals that drive where they eat, shop, and have fun. At least 100 of those discounts can be found in a little-but-mighty booklet, usually procured at one of the first stops visitors make just beyond the gates.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
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.
WCCO photojournalist Art Phillips shares some personal family photos taken by his father, Arthur Phillips Sr., in Vietnam during his time in service.
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."
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.
Clouds are starting to clear and the warming trend is on its way.
In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says showers and storms diminish going into Wednesday, potentially turning sunnier with a nice afternoon.
The Twin Cities will be veiled in fog Wednesday morning, while the rest of the week will bring warming temperatures.
The Twin Cities will be veiled in fog Wednesday morning, while the rest of the week will bring warming temperatures.
Clouds are starting to clear and the warming trend is on its way.
This weekend in St. Paul, you can listen to some great jazz music for free at the 24th Annual Selby Avenue JazzFest.
About 1,400 custodians, maintenance workers and food service workers are on strike.
Liz Grey Eagle, with the Germanic-American Institute, previews the upcoming event.
Lifestyles contributor Jasmine Stringer shares some advice for adding healthy breakfast habits to your everyday routine.