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An Oregon man who allegedly stole a car and drove for miles going the wrong way claims he thought he was playing "Grand Theft Auto" while high on LSD.
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An Oregon man who allegedly stole a car and drove for miles going the wrong way claims he thought he was playing "Grand Theft Auto" while high on LSD.
Three people are in the hospital after a dispute over dog poop turned into a violent shootout and standoff with police.
The group was reportedly using the public swings in Adair Park when the children began to throw "baseball-sized rocks" and struck two people.
For four generations, the families of Dee Walsh, Lynn Connolly and Joe Byrnes have called the North End of St. Paul home.
Lucifer Nguyen pleaded guilty earlier this week to one charge of second-degree murder and two charges of first-degree aggravated robbery.
A judge says a Moorhead man must serve 10 years in prison for the shooting death of a man who was living in his garage.
A Minneapolis man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for a 2016 homicide.
Police in Minneapolis make two arrests, following an odd scene that shut down a busy street.
Police in Bloomington say they're investigating the circumstances surrounding a woman's death Sunday night.
Prosecutors are charging a man with witness tampering in a trial for the murder of a north Minneapolis grandmother.
Lucifer is his legal name -- he made the change more than 10 years ago.
A Howard Lake man is facing charges for a shooting early Tuesday morning that damaged two school buses and nearly killed a man.
The Minneapolis Mayor and Chief of Police are promising to work with Little Earth community after the latest round of violence.
A man has been banned from two Florida parks and charged with cruelty to animals after kicking several swans in the head for "karate practice."
Authorities in Wright County say two school buses were hit by gunfire early Tuesday morning.
A mother in Tennessee turned her "disobedient, disrespectful" son in to the police after seeing his photo on the news.
The owner of a Robbinsdale gun store says there was a burglary at his business last week.
A 66-year-old St. Paul man was arrested for explicit behavior in a bathroom at Como Zoo Sunday.
Already facing a 14-year prison sentence, a Minnesota woman has been convicted of murder in another overdose death.
"A patron wrestled away the gunman's rifle. He was nude & fled on foot. He is a white man with short hair," authorities tweeted.
A former 911 operator in Houston is headed to jail after an investigation revealed that the emergency center worker hung up on thousands of people
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is working with truck drivers to help stop sex trafficking.
A brazen robbery and the shooting of a Domino's pizza delivery driver has police asking for your help.
He told police he stole the weapon from the center console of an unlocked vehicle in Brooklyn Park.
A 25-year-old man is in custody after allegedly slashing his girlfriend in St. Cloud Friday night.
A day after Target's third-quarter earnings report revealed a drop in sales, a group of community activists renewed their push for shoppers to boycott the company and take their money elsewhere this holiday season.
The Community Emergency Services partnered with Second Harvest Heartland, the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association and GiveMN to provide hundreds of turkeys and other holiday staples amid rising food costs and SNAP benefit uncertainty.
Minnesota is getting ready to close a state prison for the first time in more than 100 years. WCCO got an inside look at the changes coming to the Minnesota Correctional Facility - Stillwater and what it means for public safety.
According to the FBI, last year, there were nearly 11,000 complaints of cryptocurrency ATM fraud, resulting in more than $240 million in losses.
Kalaka's mural, titled "If Only I Were a Bird," depicts a mother and her child trying to find a safe place to cross a border wall.
The Community Emergency Services partnered with Second Harvest Heartland, the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association and GiveMN to provide hundreds of turkeys and other holiday staples amid rising food costs and SNAP benefit uncertainty.
Minnesota is getting ready to close a state prison for the first time in more than 100 years. WCCO got an inside look at the changes coming to the Minnesota Correctional Facility - Stillwater and what it means for public safety.
According to the FBI, last year, there were nearly 11,000 complaints of cryptocurrency ATM fraud, resulting in more than $240 million in losses.
Kalaka's mural, titled "If Only I Were a Bird," depicts a mother and her child trying to find a safe place to cross a border wall.
Over the past couple of years, a number of breweries across the state have announced closures.
A 41-year-old Owatonna, Minnesota, man was found guilty Thursday of killing his ex-girlfriend in 2023.
The 42-year-old man from Bemidji faces two felony counts of stalking and one gross misdemeanor count of interfering with privacy, a criminal complaint filed in Beltrami County shows.
The overall price of a Thanksgiving meal might be cheaper than last year. The American Farm Bureau Federation says the average cost this year for a 10-person meal is just over $55.
Minnesota native and Team USA cross-country skier Jessie Diggins announced Wednesday morning that this will be her final race season.
Responding deputies found the man "semi-responsive and in severe pain," the sheriff's office said. He is expected to survive.
Wisconsin election clerks have referred 46 instances of suspected fraud and voting irregularities to prosecutors related to the November 2024 presidential election.
Plea negotiations are underway for a Wisconsin judge accused of helping an immigrant evade federal agents.
The tug of war that puts Vikings and Packers fans on opposite ends of a rope is moving across the St. Croix River after Minnesota transportation officials rejected a request to use the Stillwater Lift Bridge again.
Investigators say that efforts to identify who had been driving at the time of the crash have been unsuccessful.
At 108, he was the oldest living Merchant Marine in the world.
A Minnesota nonprofit is getting a major boost this week as dozens of college students spend their morning sorting donated shoes to support families in need.
For a decade and a half, Tru Breed Motorcycle Club has held Thanksgiving turkey giveaways on Minneapolis' northside
When you think of college roommates, you likely think of a couple of young adults making their way through school and fun. But there's a Twin Cities residence that's completely rethinking the concept of co-ed living, and it's turned into a life-giving project.
Activists joined the families of Mariah Samuels and Allison Lussier in front of the Hennepin County Government Center Thursday afternoon. They say Minneapolis police and others didn't do enough to keep their loved ones safe.
A Lakeville family has turned their driveway into a small, free food pantry. It's a place where anyone can stop by and grab fresh produce and staples with no questions asked.
Bro-Tex unveiled the mural this summer. Meet the artist behind it, who knows his work now has renewed meaning.
The Department of Justice now has 30 days to release the files, though legal experts say a new investigation could lead to delays. That's because President Trump instructed the DOJ to investigate links between prominent Democrats and Epstein.
President Trump appears to have had an eleventh-hour change of heart on the Epstein files release, but legal experts say a new investigation could lead to delays.
President Trump posted on social media that Democratic lawmakers who urged members of the military to disobey illegal orders should be arrested and face trial for "seditious behavior."
Multiple CDC officials familiar with the situation said the change was made by political appointees without input from relevant agency staffers.
Over the past couple of years, a number of breweries across the state have announced closures.
Get ready to see self-driving vehicles cruising across Minneapolis.
The overall price of a Thanksgiving meal might be cheaper than last year. The American Farm Bureau Federation says the average cost this year for a 10-person meal is just over $55.
Holiday shopping is underway, and new numbers show how Minnesotans plan to spend, and save, this season.
The National Energy Assistance Directors Association expects winter average costs for gas heat to increase by 16% and 20% for electricity.
A 41-year-old Owatonna, Minnesota, man was found guilty Thursday of killing his ex-girlfriend in 2023.
The 42-year-old man from Bemidji faces two felony counts of stalking and one gross misdemeanor count of interfering with privacy, a criminal complaint filed in Beltrami County shows.
Police found evidence of gunfire and are continuing to investigate what led to the shooting. No one has been arrested.
From smashed windows, to acts of violence, crimes involving kids in Minnesota's most-populous county have left people frustrated and law enforcement searching for solutions.
The St. Paul Police Department nearly doubled the number of nonfatal shooting cases investigators solved in a year's time, drawing attention from other departments who are interested in finding the same closure in their city.
On his CaringBridge page, Weston Paszkiewicz's mother said he "was surrounded by his family and passed peacefully while watching a hockey game" Tuesday night.
As we approach Thanksgiving, we wanted to do a deep dive into gratefulness, and why it makes us feel better.
Earlier this year, Twin Cities jazz singer Bernadette Spray received a Creative Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board with the aim of raising autism awareness.
The transaction, which is still subject to regulatory approval, is expected to close early next year.
Mayo Clinic doctors tap into AI technology to detect and treat women with sleep apnea, a disorder that's often misdiagnosed in women.
More than 20 years after its theatrical release, the movie "The Notebook" is still stealing hearts with a romance for the ages. The classic love story is now a hit Broadway musical taking the stage in St. Paul.
Chef Sean Sherman, the James Beard Award-winning force behind Minneapolis' Owamni restaurant and the North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems, appeared Wednesday night on "The Daily Show" to discuss his new book, "Turtle Island."
One of the most successful comedy musicians of all time is coming to the Minnesota State Fair next year.
Earlier this year, Twin Cities jazz singer Bernadette Spray received a Creative Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board with the aim of raising autism awareness.
Rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and Foreigner will be making a stop in the Twin Cities next summer as the two bands join forces for the Double Trouble Double Vision Tour.
The effectiveness of Minnesota's running game last week provided a blueprint for coach Kevin O'Connell as he tries to balance quarterback J.
The Minnesota Twins will take on the Philadelphia Phillies at the fabled Field of Dreams in Iowa next August, MLB announced Wednesday.
Jesper Wallstedt stopped a career-high 42 shots and three more in a shootout, Matt Boldy scored in regulation and had the lone goal in the tiebreaker in the Minnesota Wild's 4-3 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday night.
Julius Randle had 32 points and 10 rebounds and the Minnesota Timberwolves held off a late rally by the Washington Wizards for a 120-109 victory on Wednesday night.
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels has been ruled out of the team's game against Washington because of a sprained left wrist, his first absence in nearly two years.
The Department of Justice now has 30 days to release the files, though legal experts say a new investigation could lead to delays. That's because President Trump instructed the DOJ to investigate links between prominent Democrats and Epstein.
President Trump appears to have had an eleventh-hour change of heart on the Epstein files release, but legal experts say a new investigation could lead to delays.
President Trump appears to have had an eleventh-hour change of heart on the Epstein files release, but legal experts say a new investigation could lead to delays. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with political analysts Amy Frederiksen, a Republican, and Abou Amara, a Democrat about the fight over the documents and Mr. Trump's varied positions regarding releasing the files.
It was one of the biggest upsets in recent Minnesota history. State Rep. Kaohly Her defeated two-term incumbent and heavy favorite St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter. Now, the tough part is what her plans are for turning St. Paul around.
Her campaigned on making St. Paul affordable again. In weeks, she will be in charge, with a very challenging road ahead.
How would you like to own a former Cold War missile site? In Dakota County, Minnesota, there's a one-of-a-kind property that could be yours for the right price.
It's a photograph found in homes across the country, and even overseas. The picture "Grace" shows a man bowing his head in prayer with food and what appears to be a Bible in front of him.
Fall harvest means barns across the Midwest are a busy place — but for a central Minnesota woman, they aren't just farm buildings, they're works of art.
At one time, country schools were common in Minnesota. Over the decades, many were torn down as bigger schools were built — not in Otter Tail County.
Ramsey Park is so large some people call it "The Little Yellowstone of Minnesota." And it was actually a state park at one point. But in 1957, Redwood Falls acquired the land for $1 and then made a few changes.
As we approach Thanksgiving, we wanted to do a deep dive into gratefulness, and why it makes us feel better.
Many commuters know the Interstate 394 and Interstate 94 interchange seems to back up almost every afternoon. And you face the choice: should you wait in the back of the line or try to get closer and swoop in?
According to the Minnesota Christmas Tree Association, 50% of their farms open before Thanksgiving, which used to be unheard of.
We're past our prime when it comes to fall colors. But for many, it's peak time for yardwork.
One of the earliest surprises in parenthood can be learning the sex of your baby. There are tests to determine gender, but can your belly reveal the sex of your baby?
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
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 meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will start cooler, but we'll get the sun back.
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.
Highs will be above average on Friday, with plenty of sunshine, and the weekend will be even warmer.
It gets warmer this weekend. Saturday could stretch for the mid-50s, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
Clouds will clear on Thursday, eventually turning things a bit warmer.
On Thursday, a spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security said authorities arrested 14 people on "immigration violations" during an ICE operation in St. Paul earlier in the week.
Minnesota is getting ready to close a state prison for the first time in more than 100 years. WCCO shows you what that looks like and what it means for public safety. Jonah Kaplan explains how that population has been cut in half and what's happening inside that might surprise you.
The St. Paul City Council has voted to ban crypto kiosks in the city. The Minnesota Department of Commerce reports more than $700,000 have been stolen through cryptocurrency fraud. Jason Rantala shows us why scams are so common on these machines.
Hundreds of families are getting some much-needed help with their holiday meal. Photojournalist Ray Campos and Elle Mohs show us the group effort it takes to make a difference in the community.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will start cooler, but we'll get the sun back.