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If taking a train to Duluth sounds pretty good to you, the Minnesota Department of Transportation is looking for your input.
Gov. Mark Dayton will travel the state starting this week to make the case for his budget.
Stink bugs are moving north in Minnesota. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture Friday confirmed the brown marmorated stink bug has been found in Duluth. It's the first time the invasive pest has been found in St. Louis County.
The Radisson in downtown Duluth is expected to remain closed through the weekend after a water line broke and flooded parts of the hotel's basement causing its guests to find other accommodations.
Duluth police say a suspicious death over the weekend has been ruled a homicide.
NORAD is considering taking two of its 18 Air Force sites off 24-hour alert, saying it will save millions of dollars without compromising its ability to defend against 9/11-style attacks.
A husband and wife from Hanover and a man for Byron were injured in two separate snowmobile accidents Saturday in St. Louis County.
Minnesota forward Kyle Rau has a knack for being in the right place late in the game, and he was there for the Gophers again on Friday.
Authorities are investigating the suicide of an inmate at the St. Louis County jail in Hibbing.
A Duluth mother who received a returned letter mailed to her soldier son mistakenly stamped "deceased" finally has the apology she sought for more than six years.
A 7-year-old boy suffered "very" minor injuries Monday morning after a crash threw him out of his grandparents' car and into a ditch in northern Minnesota, authorities say.
Things are getting back to normal around Minnesota and Wisconsin after a blast of winter weather.
Duluth, Itasca, International Falls and Grand Rapids are among northeastern Minnesota school districts canceling classes because of poor road conditions.
Democratic state Rep. Tom Huntley says he was arrested last week on suspicion of drunken driving, and he plans to plead guilty to the charge.
A snowmobiler from Superior, Wis., is recovering in a Duluth, Minn., hospital after spending two nights in subzero cold in the forest on the Wisconsin-Minnesota border.
Officials in St. Louis County will be counting the number of homeless people who are avoiding shelter on a night of brutal cold.
Forecasters say temperatures in Minnesota won't climb much above zero. The dangerous cold has some school districts canceling classes Tuesday and others delaying start times by two hours.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is granting $2 million to help repair a 3-foot wastewater pipe damaged by Duluth storm damage last June.
Spirit Mountain Ski Area and Adventure Park in Duluth will have reduced hours on Sunday and Monday due to an extremely cold temperature forecast.
Poor snow conditions have forced organizers to postpone the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon in northeastern Minnesota. The race had been scheduled to start Jan. 27. It's now postponed until March 10.
Three members of a Mississippi family died and one was critically injured on an icy highway in northern Minnesota, the State Patrol reported Sunday.
Minnesota-Duluth goalie Matt McNeely made 28 saves as the Bulldogs beat Michigan Tech 1-0 on Friday night in the Western Collegiate Hockey Association.
A bipartisan group of Minnesota lawmakers unveiled preliminary plans on Wednesday for the state health insurance exchange that will be a key piece of carrying out the federal health care overhaul.
Parts of downtown Duluth looked more like a river instead of city streets overnight.
Hospital officials have upgraded the conditions of several of the five men injured in an explosion in an ice fishing camper in northern Minnesota.
The government shutdown is now on Day 38 as the Senate prepares to vote again, but bipartisan progress has appeared to stall. Follow live updates here.
Things will turn cloudy and cooler on Friday, with wind gusts up to 30 mph and highs in the upper 40s.
Farmers' Almanac says its 2026 edition is its last, citing the growing financial challenges of producing and distributing the book in today's "chaotic media environment."
The College of Saint Benedict has announced that it will introduce its first-ever women's flag football team this spring.
Former Hill-Murray running back Sawyer Seidl is a redshirt sophomore at North Dakota. As the season has gone on, he's become the team's lead back and has not looked back.
It's been a whirlwind for St. Paul Mayor-elect Kaohly Her since she defeated two-term incumbent Melvin Carter in an upset on Tuesday night, setting the stage for her to make history as the first woman and Hmong American to lead the capital city.
The incident prompted a large police presence in south Minneapolis near West 29th Street and Aldrich Avenue South.
In less than a week, thousands of Minneapolis students could be out of class and parents are considering their options.
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.
Some Minnesotans caught a glimpse of the northern lights Wednesday, and despite some cloud cover, there could be a chance to see them again Thursday night.
The College of Saint Benedict has announced that it will introduce its first-ever women's flag football team this spring.
Sometimes signs aren't enough to keep trespassers away. For Julie and Del Spronk, it took dozens of calls to police and then the court system to get involved.
Some Minnesotans caught a glimpse of the northern lights Wednesday, and despite some cloud cover, there could be a chance to see them again Thursday night.
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.
A Minnesota Lottery player won $1 million after a Powerball drawing in late October, state lottery officials said.
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.
The government shutdown is now on Day 38 as the Senate prepares to vote again, but bipartisan progress has appeared to stall. Follow live updates here.
It's been a whirlwind for St. Paul Mayor-elect Kaohly Her since she defeated two-term incumbent Melvin Carter in an upset on Tuesday night, setting the stage for her to make history as the first woman and Hmong American to lead the capital city.
St. Paul will make history when State Rep. Kaohly Her takes the reins as mayor early next year. She defeated two-term incumbent Mayor Melvin Carter on Tuesday. Our Caroline Cummings sat down with her to discuss her priorities and what to expect from the capital city's new leader.
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.
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown. The cuts began Friday morning.
Should you take benefits early at 62, wait for full retirement, or hold off until 70 to maximize the payout? That's the question wealth advisor Brian Muller hears every day. He's the founder of Momentous Wealth Advisors.
Hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans are facing sticker shock as the enrollment period for health insurance on the state marketplace opened Nov 1.
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.
Minnesota manufactured home park residents and lawmakers are speaking out against what they say are skyrocketing rents and unsafe living conditions.
More than 800 Minnesota-based Target employees will lose their jobs amid a massive restructuring effort by the mega retailer, according to documents filed to the state's employment department.
A second person faces charges in the shooting at a downtown Minneapolis bar that killed a man and injured three others.
Charging documents filed Wednesday say that between January 2023 and November 2025, the ringleader targeted at least 25 immigrants she met at Twin Cities churches.
A 65-year-old man is in custody and a woman is dead after a shooting inside a Minneapolis apartment Wednesday evening, police said.
If you were out for a walk and found a loaded gun, would you know what to do? That happened recently in Maplewood, Minnesota. Police there say they can't recall the last time it happened.
A 16-year-old boy has been charged in the fatal shooting of Aundre Loyd, 15, who died on Sunday at a birthday party in north Minneapolis.
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?
Minnesota's health insurance marketplace, known as MNsure, is now open for 2026 enrollment, officials said on Monday.
While some in the Trump administration say food benefits could restart as soon as this Wednesday, the uncertainty is stressful for Minnesotans who rely on them and food shelves in the state.
Hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans are facing sticker shock as the enrollment period for health insurance on the state marketplace opened Nov 1.
The vision of a content creator from Minnesota has been gradually deteriorating since she was 6 years old. At 27, she's learning to live differently and independently.
A seasonal celebration beginning in Minneapolis later this month aims to turn the town into "America's Winter City," organizers said.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Diane Ladd, the actor known for her Oscar-nominated roles in "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," "Wild at Heart," and "Rambling Rose" has died.
Morgan Wallen, the country music megastar who in 2021 was caught on video using a racial slur, will open his next tour at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
There were some major celebrity sightings in Minneapolis this week. The A-list stars aren't here to further their careers, they're here to help.
The College of Saint Benedict has announced that it will introduce its first-ever women's flag football team this spring.
Former Hill-Murray running back Sawyer Seidl is a redshirt sophomore at North Dakota. As the season has gone on, he's become the team's lead back and has not looked back.
Nikolaj Ehlers scored 46 seconds into the second period and goalie Frederik Andersen overcame a poor start to stop the final 18 shots he faced as the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3.
McCarthy's has intense gameday demeanor has been celebrated in Vikings postgame locker room videos and mocked on social media
The Department of Public Safety said officers found Kneeland's vehicle abandoned after a crash, then found his body nearby.
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.
Local election results are also making headlines, from an upset in St. Paul to another term for the Minneapolis mayor.
Hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans are facing sticker shock as the enrollment period for health insurance on the state marketplace opened Nov 1.
Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota employers will expand paid family leave to nearly every employee.
Currently, 24% of Minnesotans have access to paid family and medical leave. On Jan. 1, a new Minnesota law mandates that employers provide paid family leave to nearly every employee. This would include full-time, part-time and seasonal workers.
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.
Earlier this month, many students went back to school after summer vacation, but in the town of McGregor, Minnesota it's always the first day of school.
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.
Fall is known for its hues, but this season isn't typical; seeing marigolds and petunias is peculiar.
From eating lutefisk to cheering for the Vikings, Nordic culture is embedded in Minnesota.
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 photojournalist Art Phillips shares some personal family photos taken by his father, Arthur Phillips Sr., in Vietnam during his time in service.
Things will turn cloudy and cooler on Friday, with wind gusts up to 30 mph and highs in the upper 40s.
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.
There's a chilly weekend ahead, with snow possible in parts of Minnesota — though likely not the Twin Cities.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be cooler with a high near average.
November is a month well known for being a transition month on the Great Lakes. Powerful storms, intense winds, arctic air and even bursts of warmth all play a role.
Whether you love a cult classic, pro wrestlers or just want to be around fans of your favorite shows, there is an event this weekend with something for everyone.
The impacts of the government shutdown are only getting worse, plus more of the day’s top stories.
There's a chilly weekend ahead, with snow possible in parts of Minnesota — though likely not the Twin Cities.
Flag football is growing rapidly here in Minnesota - thanks in large part to funding from the Vikings. This fall, another college team announced its joining the game. WCCO's Marielle Mohs has more.
There's a football player from the Twin Cities having a breakout season in the Red River Valley. Ren Clayton caught up with Hill-Murray grad Sawyer Seidl as he racks up touchdowns galore.