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One man has died and one woman is in critical condition after a crash involving a car and a semi-truck early Monday evening on Highway 6, just north of Deer River.
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One man has died and one woman is in critical condition after a crash involving a car and a semi-truck early Monday evening on Highway 6, just north of Deer River.
A longstanding drought across nearly all of Minnesota has left some shallow wells running dry.
Northland gun dealers are reporting a spike in military-style gun sales. Pat Kukull, owner of Superior Shooters Supply, says they are out of semi-automatic rifles due to people "panic buying."
Duluth police say a 54-year-old man has died from severe stab wounds, and investigators are following several leads.
The owner of a Duluth head shop and three workers have pleaded not guilty to federal charges of selling synthetic drugs that authorities say were misbranded and marketed as incense, potpourri or bath salts.
A free holiday light show that's been the focus of preachers' legal fight over access is staying in Duluth.
The owner of a Duluth head shop and three workers have been charged in a 54-count indictment accusing them of violating federal drug and regulatory laws.
This weekend's snowstorm made for some good waves on Lake Superior.
Minnesota is pretty festival-friendly all year long, but December is more jam-packed than any other month. Here are just a few of the events taking place around the state (outside of the metro area) by the end of 2012.
Beat the winter blahs with these fun and family friendly road trip destinations within a few hours of the Twin Cities.
At this time of year, the skyline of Duluth is much brighter at night. Nearly 4 million lights are glowing nearby in Bayfront Festival Park along Lake Superior.
Winter has arrived. The metro is dealing with a one-two punch of chilly winds and a dusting of snow.
A Duluth man died in a farm accident sometime between Monday night and Tuesday morning, police say.
Como Zoo's 23-year-old female polar bear, Berlin, has made a strong recovery after undergoing major surgery at the University of Minnesota's Veterinary Medical Center.
High carbon monoxide levels sickened several people and caused an evacuation at an ice arena in Duluth.
Election officials in Duluth say they have scrambled to replace a bad ballot that was briefly supplied to voters in one precinct. The ballot listed a Democratic state lawmaker whose name had been removed after he decided not to seek re-election.
More than 60 cats and kittens taken from a home in Duluth will soon be ready for adoption.
Express Games announced Wednesday that Minnesota charities have reached a crucial milestone in the push for electronic pull tabs.
Four months after the Northland flooding, Jay Cooke State Park is reopening on Monday.
On Saturday, Jill Biden campaigned in Minneapolis. She visited the Obama for America Field office and then headed up to Duluth.
Notre Dame jumped out to a three-goal lead and went on to beat Minnesota Duluth 4-1 in men's college hockey on Friday night.
Remains found in northern Minnesota have been identified as those of a man missing for two years.
A lawsuit filed on Friday by the city of Duluth accuses a store of fostering violence outside its doors on East Superior Street.
A Democrat running for Congress in 8th District linked incumbent Republican Congressman Chip Cravaack to the sudden closing of a manufacturing plant in Duluth.
A Duluth police officer, who was caught on surveillance video punching a 50-year-old man in a wheelchair last month, now faces two misdemeanor charges, authorities said Thursday.
Authorities are investigating a death in a suburb just north of Minneapolis on Friday.
Police said no one has been arrested and the shooting is under investigation.
The cool weather should help hunters, and deer numbers are high in most parts of the state.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said the Senate will likely work through the weekend on ending the government shutdown. Follow live updates here.
Authorities are investigating a death in a suburb just north of Minneapolis on Friday.
Police said no one has been arrested and the shooting is under investigation.
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.
The cool weather should help hunters, and deer numbers are high in most parts of the state.
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.
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.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said the Senate will likely work through the weekend on ending the government shutdown. 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.
Police said no one has been arrested and the shooting is under investigation.
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.
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.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
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.
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 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.
It's possible a few snow showers try to pop up Sunday, but there is uncertainty with that, WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso reports.
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.
A chilly weekend looms, but the next week is looking to bring a warmer pattern to the area, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
Things will turn cloudy and cooler on Friday, with wind gusts up to 30 mph and highs in the upper 40s.
There's a chilly weekend ahead, with snow possible in parts of Minnesota — though likely not the Twin Cities.
It's possible a few snow showers try to pop up Sunday, but there is uncertainty with that, WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso reports.
Tomme Beevas, founder of Pimento Jamaican Kitchen, previews the upcoming charity concert.
The appeal was filed by Kim Davis, the former Kentucky court clerk who refused to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples following the court’s 2015 ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources said there are deer permit areas in central Minnesota where hunters can take three and even up to five deer, depending on the zone.
Flight reductions begin Friday at dozens of U.S. airports amid air traffic controller shortages due to the government shutdown.