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Community leaders are taking a stand against violence leading into the holiday weekend. This comes after a string of high-profile killings of young mothers and a young child. WCCO's Adam Duxter shares the message they're sending tonight.
Prosecutors charged Ryan Vaughan yesterday with continued sex abuse of a 7-year-old in his care.
New details tonight in the deadly shooting of a Champlin Park High School student.
Police in Minneapolis are still searching for whoever shot and killed an 11-year-old boy. It happened in this park on the north side last week. As WCCO's Reg Chapman reports, neighbors in that part of town are preparing to fight back against the violence — armed with nothing but prayer.
Investigators say they recovered more than 50 guns following an accused assassin's arrest. But how did Vance Boelter amass that high-powered cache? WCCO's senior investigative reporter Jennifer Mayerle digs into the law, and what happened to those weapons after authorities seized them.
DNA tests confirmed the remains found at an Elk River landfill belong to Jordan Collins Jr. The 16-year-old, known as Manny, had been missing since early May. Search teams sifted through tons of debris for four weeks there and at other locations.
The hunt for a missing teenager ended this weekend during a dig at a Twin Cities landfill. That's where authorities finally unearthed the 16-year-old's remains. The teenager's heartbroken family told Reg Chapman that what they're seeking now is justice.
Officials say Manny Collins’ body was found in the Elk River landfill over the weekend.
A woman was found dead inside her Richfield, Minnesota, apartment following a welfare check last month, according to police.
Minnesota Department of Public Safety Commissioner Bob Jacobson joins WCCO's Esme Murphy to discuss how the suspect in the lawmaker shootings got caught.
A Wisconsin man serving time for attempting to kill his mother has been sentenced to life in prison for strangling his cellmate because get was Black and gay.
Investigators say someone vandalized at least 16 pride flags around the Highland Park/Macalester-Groveland neighborhood earlier this week.
A "betrayal" of their family's Christian faith. In her first public comments, that is how a woman describes her husband's alleged shooting spree. Our Caroline Cummings shares the new details about the investigation into the lawmaker attack.
Police say gunshots rang out at Folwell Park in the middle of the afternoon, killing 11-year-old Amir Atkins.
A Blaine man is accused of illegally buying dozens of guns that investigators say have, over the past five years, ended up tied to criminal activity across the Twin Cities, including the killings of two young children in the summer of 2021. WCCO's Derek James explains.
An 11-year-old boy is dead after a shooting at Folwell Park in Minneapolis on Monday afternoon, according to police.
As the mourning for Melissa and Mark Hortman continues and the long recovery for John and Yvette Hoffman moves forward, more questions are emerging about the case against the suspect Vance Boelter, who was captured last Sunday after a 43-hour manhunt. Joe Tamburino joins Esme Murphy on WCCO Sunday Morning at 10:30 a.m.
Neighbors said a break-in at Melissa Hortman's house on Wednesday made it feel like the Hortmans were attacked again. Now, those neighbors are banding together to regain a sense of safety. Frankie McLister shares their story.
The Hoffmans released a statement Thursday recounting what they call the "horrible circumstances" of June 14th. They say John Hoffman lunged at the gunman impersonating an officer in their doorway that night.
Federal prosecutors say an escape attempt during an ICE arrest in the Twin Cities is leading to even more charges. Home security video shows the driver take off during a traffic stop, dragging a deportation officer with him. WCCO's Ubah Ali walks us through this video and the political firestorm behind it.
A couple in their 70s were one screen away from losing $125,000. Photojournalist Tony Peterson went to Eagan, Minnesota, and found out how it took a village to stop a scam.
The Hortmans are being remembered as people who lived life to the fullest. Derek James has more on the whirlwind romance of the Hortmans and why it was so easy to be friends with Mark.
A lifelong friend of the alleged Minnesota gunman says Vance Boelter had been struggling to find work and was wrestling with a "darkness that was inside of him" at the time of the shootings.
The heartbroken parents of an assassinated lawmaker urged all of us to live by the example their daughter set. Former Speaker Melissa Hortman's family joined this procession carrying her and her husband's remains to a funeral home in south Minneapolis Tuesday afternoon. Flowers and cards now line the couple's driveway next to crime tape, a reminder of the nightmare that showed up at their front door.
Authorities say a standoff in Eagan, Minnesota, on Sunday that prompted a shelter-in-place alert ended with a suspect in a domestic assault dying by suicide.
Minnesota backup Jesper Wallstedt made 28 saves for his second straight shutout and Wild beat the Anaheim Ducks 2-0 on Saturday night.
The first ever Harper Moyski Volleyball Tournament was held Saturday, her team using the tournament to raise funds and honor Moyski.
Months before Hockey Day in Minnesota comes to Hastings, its host venue is getting a chance to show off major upgrades ahead of the festivities.
Golden Valley Police are asking the public for help in finding 19-year-old Jayanna Maree Starks.
The Minnesota Vikings take on the Chicago Bears at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis in Week 11 of the 2025 NFL season on Sunday afternoon.
The first ever Harper Moyski Volleyball Tournament was held Saturday, her team using the tournament to raise funds and honor Moyski.
Months before Hockey Day in Minnesota comes to Hastings, its host venue is getting a chance to show off major upgrades ahead of the festivities.
Golden Valley Police are asking the public for help in finding 19-year-old Jayanna Maree Starks.
Police in Shakopee, Minnesota are investigating a shooting that took place in the early hours of Saturday morning.
After record breaking heat on Friday, an overnight cold front has brought the temps down to the 50s for the metro area and high 30s to low 40s for other parts of the state.
Months before Hockey Day in Minnesota comes to Hastings, its host venue is getting a chance to show off major upgrades ahead of the festivities.
After record breaking heat on Friday, an overnight cold front has brought the temps down to the 50s for the metro area and high 30s to low 40s for other parts of the state.
Three municipal employees of a central Minnesota town are accused of embezzling more than $200,000 collectively from the city.
Trey Feeney has been putting up big numbers for the Johnnies of late, since taking over the full-time quarterback job.
State authorities are investigating after a deputy shot and killed a man in northern Minnesota on Thursday.
At 108, he was the oldest living Merchant Marine in the world.
A woman was found dead after a mobile home fire in western Wisconsin last week.
Minnesota was one of 25 states that sued the Trump administration in the fight for food assistance, as more than 440,000 residents rely on the program.
Some people were treated to an astral spectacle late Wednesday night, as a "fireball meteor" flashed across the night sky in parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' sweeping plan for overhauling the state's aging prison system is moving forward with bipartisan support despite complaints from Republican lawmakers that their concerns were not being addressed.
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.
At Lock and Dam Eatery, the restaurant will soon be serving a different kind of meal, meant to ease the burden of hunger.
"We're keeping it alive. We're speaking it with each other, and we're encouraging more families to come together," said Dakota language teacher Nichole Subola.
Congress this week, as part of a deal to reopen the government, passed a provision that would restrict hemp-derived THC products, a move Minnesota producers say would be a major blow to their business.
Advocates say changes in federal law are a buzzkill for part of the cannabis industry. As part of the shutdown deal, Congress made hemp-derived THC drinks and gummies illegal. Caroline Cummings explains the impact on the budding businesses and the plan for an uncertain future.
President Trump exempted foods like beef and bananas from his sweeping country-by-country tariffs on Friday.
Many Americans are gearing up to travel for the holidays, and there are plenty of questions on how long shutdown impacts will be felt in the skies.
Sleep apnea is often not diagnosed in women, because women are told to expect to be tired.
More than 2.2 million vehicles have already been repossessed this year, a number expected to climb past 3 million by the end of 2025, in line with the Great Recession.
A popular brand is making its sweet return to Minnesota on Wednesday.
The Trump administration is working on a plan for a 50-year mortgage, and Twin Cities real estate professionals say there are many pros and cons to consider.
There's an unexpected consequence inside the deal to end the federal government shutdown: making hemp products illegal.
Slime, that gooey, sticky and often-homemade plaything, was enshrined into the National Toy Hall of Fame on Thursday along with perennial bestselling games Battleship and Trivial Pursuit.
Police in Shakopee, Minnesota are investigating a shooting that took place in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Thomas Loyd didn't think anything of it when, on Nov. 2, his brother, Aundre Lloyd, put on a Halloween costume and left the house for a birthday party in Minneapolis. What he didn't know was that his brother wouldn't be coming home.
While no one has been arrested, police said the public is not in danger.
No one was hurt when someone opened fire on a residential street in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, Friday morning, authorities said, and the shooter has not been found.
Musab Kosar, a 22-year-old man from Fridley, Minnesota, was charged with one count of criminal vehicular homicide in Ramsey County on Thursday.
Mayo Clinic doctors tap into AI technology to detect and treat women with sleep apnea, a disorder that's often misdiagnosed in women.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
M Health Fairview says over 100,000 patients with commercial plans from UnitedHealthcare may find themselves out of network come Jan. 1, 2026.
Minnesota leaders confirmed Saturday the state will issue full SNAP benefits for November to the 440,000 Minnesotans enrolled in wake of a federal court ruling ordering existing federal funds to be directed to the program.
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?
Slime, that gooey, sticky and often-homemade plaything, was enshrined into the National Toy Hall of Fame on Thursday along with perennial bestselling games Battleship and Trivial Pursuit.
Sally Kirkland was best known for sharing the screen with Paul Newman and Robert Redford in "The Sting" and her Oscar-nominated title role in the 1987 movie "Anna."
As "Purple Rain: The Musical" takes the stage in Minneapolis, fans can step outside the theater and into Prince's world.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
Minnesota backup Jesper Wallstedt made 28 saves for his second straight shutout and Wild beat the Anaheim Ducks 2-0 on Saturday night.
The Minnesota Vikings take on the Chicago Bears at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis in Week 11 of the 2025 NFL season on Sunday afternoon.
Dante Moore threw for two touchdowns and freshman Jordon Davison ran for another pair to lead No. 7 Oregon to a 42-13 victory over Minnesota.
The Minnesota Twins have hired former pitcher LaTroy Hawkins as bullpen coach on new manager Derek Shelton's staff.
Anthony Edwards scored 30 points and Julius Randle added 26 points and 11 rebounds as the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away in the fourth quarter and beat the Sacramento Kings 124-110 in an NBA Cup game.
Sleep apnea is often not diagnosed in women, because women are told to expect to be tired.
Mayo Clinic doctors tap into AI technology to detect and treat women with sleep apnea, a disorder that's often misdiagnosed in women.
Studies show that women aren't getting enough sleep. There is a medical reason: an underdiagnosis of sleep apnea in women that not only results in fatigue, but heart damage and, in extreme cases, even death. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Virend Somers with the Mayo Clinic about the AI technology being used to detect and treat women with sleep apnea, a disorder that's often misdiagnosed in women.
Buried in a torrent of election stories on Tuesday was the announcement by the legislative auditor that there were noncompliance issues found in its audit of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's office.
There was no outside polling during the election. So when state Rep. Kaohly Her defeated incumbent St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter, for many, it was a shock.
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.
In this edition of Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to one of the last limestone kilns in the state.
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?
It's a holiday enjoyed by many, but understood by few.
Anyone who has taken a walk lately may have noticed people wearing weighted vests.
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.
We saw a cooler but still above average day on Saturday. Temps in the overnight hours will drop down to the upper 20s and 30s. Sunday will feel similar but we will see more sunshine. Meteorologist Lisa Meadows breaks it down and shares when we could see a potential for rain or snow.
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.
After record breaking heat on Friday, an overnight cold front has brought the temps down to the 50s for the metro area and high 30s to low 40s for other parts of the state.
Above average temps with highs in the 50s and sunshine in the afternoon. Overnight temps are expected to be back in the 30s. Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso also shares a Vikings tailgate forecast.
Meteorologist Lisa Meadows says Minnesota Vikings fans tailgating before the Chicago Bears game on Sunday will feel 30-degree temperatures. Temps will rise to the low 40s by kickoff.
We saw a cooler but still above average day on Saturday. Temps in the overnight hours will drop down to the upper 20s and 30s. Sunday will feel similar but we will see more sunshine. Meteorologist Lisa Meadows breaks it down and shares when we could see a potential for rain or snow.
A ribbon cutting was held Saturday for the United Heroes League's upgraded outdoor rink.
It's been 10 years since Jamar Clark was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police Officers.
Harper Moyski's volleyball team held a fundraising event to honor her and raise funds for a permanent memorial.
An unusual start for a local baker—after working for a Minnesota icon, she opened her own shop, with homage to her former employer.