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Kevin Fiala and Frederick Gaudreau each had a goal and an assist for the Minnesota Wild, who held on for a 3-2 victory over Carolina after consecutive goals by Hurricanes star Andrei Svechnikov tightend the game in the third period on Saturday night.
Foligno earned a minor unsportsmanlike conduct penalty for the act.
Kirill Kaprizov is headed to the All-Star game with a couple of special guests: his mom and dad.
The Wild head into the NHL's All-Star break on a 9-0-1 roll.
Kirill Kaprizov, Joel Eriksson Ek and Matt Boldy each had a goal and an assist, and the Minnesota Wild beat the New York Islanders 4-3 on Sunday night for their fifth straight win.
Connor Dewar got his first career goal and added an assist when Nico Sturm scored 22 seconds later, helping the Minnesota Wild match their franchise record for goals in an 8-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Monday night.
The Wild announced Wednesday that forward Joel Eriksson Ek has been activated from the NHL's COVID-19 protocol, clearing the way for his return to the ice for the first time in a month.
Avalanche goaltender Pavel Francouz stopped 24 shots in relief of injured Darcy Kuemper and three more in the shootout, and Colorado beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3 on Monday for its 14th straight home win.
The Minnesota Wild agreed to terms on Tuesday with defenseman Jon Merrill on a three-year, $3.6 million contract extension through the 2024-25 season.
Kevin Fiala and Frederick Gaudreau scored in the shootout as the short-handed Minnesota Wild took advantage of a Washington Capitals own-goal in a 3-2 win on Saturday night.
According to the NHL, the injury happened when he was hit along the boards by the Boston Bruins' Trent Frederic, after getting his skates tangled with Matt Grzelcyk's.
Kirill Kaprizov scored in his fourth straight game, Matt Boldy got a goal in his NHL debut and the Minnesota Wild snapped a five-game skid with a 3-2 win over the Boston Bruins on Thursday night.
Karl-Anthony Towns had 17 points and 16 rebounds, while D'Angelo Russell struggled on 3-of-12 shooting in their return to the lineup for the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 98-90 win against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night.
The team announced this week it has recalled forwards Matt Boldy and Marco Rossi from the Iowa Wild.
The Minnesota Wild may have lost Saturday's NHL Winter Classic against the St. Louis Blues, but the game was a big win for Target Field and nearby businesses.
In Minnesota, hockey isn't just a game, it's a way of life. And the love for the game goes beyond the ice. That's why the Minnesota Wild support the people and programs who support them.
The Minnesota Wild announced Thursday multi-year contract extensions for head coach Dean Evason and his staff.
From gold medal-winners to the Gophers reclaiming the axe to the emergence of young superstars, it was a year to remember for Minnesota sports fans. Here are the biggest Minnesota sports stories from 2021.
Our thermometers may not climb above zero at all on New Year's Day, when thousands of fans are expected to pack Target Field for an outdoor hockey game.
This week, the Wild will show the nation why Minnesota is the state of hockey at the NHL Winter Classic. But the Wild will be without a key player, captain Jared Spurgeon.
Baseball and hockey will take center ice this weekend when the NHL Winter Classic comes to Target Field on New Year's Day.
A couple streets will be closing in downtown Minneapolis for the NHL Winter Classic at Target Field this weekend.
NHL players haven't taken part in the Winter Olympics since 2012 and hockey fans are going to have to wait until at least 2026 to see them participate again
Joe Pavelski and Esa Lindell scored on the first two Dallas shots on goal, and the Stars never trailed in defeating the Minnesota Wild 7-4 on Monday night.
"It sucks, but it is what it is," Minnesota Wild winger Marcus Foligno said. "It's just reality."
Fateh is a Democratic Socialist, part of a surging progressive wing of the Democratic party both in Minnesota and nationwide.
Brooks Lee's first career grand slam capped a six-run third inning and the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 8-1 to avoid a four-game series sweep.
Since the spring, Helping Paws volunteers have been bringing dogs to the Twin Cities senior care homes once a month.
The arduous process of identifying the remains of 9/11 victims has been going on for almost a quarter of a century and continues today, honoring the nation's promise to "never forget."
The shark attack happened near Big Grand Cay on the island of Abaco, Bahamas, on Sunday, police said.
Fateh is a Democratic Socialist, part of a surging progressive wing of the Democratic party both in Minnesota and nationwide.
Since the spring, Helping Paws volunteers have been bringing dogs to the Twin Cities senior care homes once a month.
The sheriff's office believes the same person committed all of the robberies. During the third incident, the suspect assaulted a store clerk.
One in every seven police officers worldwide suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder or depression, and one in every 10 struggles with other mental illnesses. Officers in Bloomington, Minnesota, are making sure to check in and take care of their fellow officers.
A man from Minnesota's capital city was killed in a rollover crash north of the Twin Cities Saturday night.
A man from Minnesota's capital city was killed in a rollover crash north of the Twin Cities Saturday night.
Loved ones of a Minnesota man killed in a motorcycle crash on Sunday are mourning. Family and friends gathered on Friday to celebrate the life of Rocky Bodell, who was known as the "rock" of Rock Creek.
A 24-year-old woman has been sentenced for her role in the murder of an Isle, Minnesota, man whose partial remains were found in a tote in 2023, according to court records filed on Friday.
In July, Brady Heiling of Clara City and his girlfriend Hallie Helgeson of Montevideo, were killed by a wrong-way drunken driver on their way back from a concert in Wisconsin. But the teenagers are continuing to give back, even in death.
"When he caught the fish, I turned the transducer around and boom, there it was just sitting on the bottom," said Brody Loch, a fisherman from Watkins, Minnesota, who spotted the car.
A deer hunter has discovered a rare subtropical wood stork in the wilds of Wisconsin.
Wolfdogs in northern Wisconsin are helping war veterans deal with their post-traumatic stress disorder.
A motorcyclist from Minnesota was killed in a crash with a truck pulling a trailer in western Wisconsin on Sunday.
Flash flooding canceled the final day of the Wisconsin State Fair on Sunday as continued heavy rainfall in half a dozen Midwest states has led to water rescues, power outages and road closures.
Niche released its list of best high schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Did your child's high school make the list?
The second annual Guns and Hoses event is being held to raise money for police officers, firefighters and paramedics across the state, including those who responded to the shootings that wounded Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman and his wife.
After a monthslong push for more transparency, a community exposed to elevated lead emissions earlier this year was able to get some answers from investigators.
Dozens of students will be looking their best when heading back to school, thanks to the annual Youth Appreciation Day in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Sometimes there are milestones so rare that they turn a care center into the most joyful place in town.
After a successful food giveaway earlier this summer, a local organization is making its services more permanent.
Fateh is a Democratic Socialist, part of a surging progressive wing of the Democratic party both in Minnesota and nationwide.
Tuesday will mark one month until early voting begins in local municipal and school board elections around the state. That includes the Mayor's race in Minneapolis. In tonight's Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the candidacy of State Sen. Omar Fateh.
Special U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff says Russian leader Vladimir Putin agreed to allow the U.S. and Europe to offer Ukraine a security guarantee resembling NATO's collective defense mandate.
Sen. Omar Fateh, a Democratic socialist, pulled off a surprising upset in winning the DFL nomination over incumbent Mayor Jacob Frey. He talks about some of the policies he would support if elected.
European leaders will join Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his crucial meeting with President Trump in Washington on Monday.
One Minnesota woman left the corporate world to run her own bakery in Saint Paul's Lowertown.
Some recent, big-name restaurant closures in Minneapolis have fueled concerns about the health of the Twin Cities dining scene.
A popular northeast Minneapolis bar and restaurant is no longer under threat of closure due to construction in the area.
WCCO tests if in-store and online prices are different at Target, Walmart and Best Buy.
Around 176 people will be permanently laid off as a result of the closure, according to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.
The sheriff's office believes the same person committed all of the robberies. During the third incident, the suspect assaulted a store clerk.
Police in Minneapolis responded to at least three reported shootings from Saturday night through Sunday morning.
Police in St. Paul, Minnesota are investigating a shooting they say left a man dead early Saturday morning.
A 24-year-old woman has been sentenced for her role in the murder of an Isle, Minnesota, man whose partial remains were found in a tote in 2023, according to court records filed on Friday.
The 28-year-old man is charged with one count each of child endangerment and negligent storage of a loaded firearm.
One in every seven police officers worldwide suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder or depression, and one in every 10 struggles with other mental illnesses. Officers in Bloomington, Minnesota, are making sure to check in and take care of their fellow officers.
A dog named Nova is suiting up for a very special purpose: keeping a close eye on her human, University of Minnesota medical student Wesley Flint.
A Victoria, Minnesota, family is channeling their heartbreak into hope.
Minnesotans will once again experience hazy conditions and poor air quality this weekend, as wildfires continue to burn across Canada, sending smoke south with the change in wind direction.
The Minnesota Department of Health issued a health advisory last week warning of an increase in overdose cases involving sedatives.
The Oscar-nominated actor famously played arch-villain General Zod in "Superman" and "Superman II."
President Trump announced this year's "truly exceptional class" of Kennedy Center Honorees and said he will host the annual ceremony himself.
UFC CEO Dana White confirmed plans for a July 4, 2026 fight at the White House to mark America's 250th birthday.
Taylor Swift announced her 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," after a countdown tease on her website. The release date is now set for Oct. 3.
Paramount will become the new home to all UFC events in the U.S., while UFC's CEO says the White House may host a July 4 event broadcast on CBS.
Julia Rodrigue attended Hudson High School in Wisconsin and was active in three sports. In college, she stumbled into a sport she had never tried. Three years later, she's a national champion and climbing.
Brooks Lee's first career grand slam capped a six-run third inning and the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 8-1 to avoid a four-game series sweep.
Trey Sweeney drove in the go-ahead run in the seventh inning, Casey Mize struck out 10 batters, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Minnesota Twins 8-5.
Joaquín Pereyra scored in the second half and Dayne St. Clair made it stand up as Minnesota United finished off a season sweep of the Seattle Sounders with a 1-0 victory.
New England rookies TreVeyon Henderson and Efton Chism III each scored for the second straight preseason game as the Patriots beat the Minnesota Vikings 20-12.
Fateh is a Democratic Socialist, part of a surging progressive wing of the Democratic party both in Minnesota and nationwide.
Tuesday will mark one month until early voting begins in local municipal and school board elections around the state. That includes the Mayor's race in Minneapolis. In tonight's Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the candidacy of State Sen. Omar Fateh.
A new Minnesota law requires governments and public entities to report cyberattacks within 72 hours to the state and notify victims whose data has been breached. Starting next year, the law will require the state to issue an annual report on cyberattacks.
As St. Paul reels from the fallout of a cyberattack, a new law in place that aims better to track the growing number of cyberattacks across the state.
As St. Paul reels from the fallout of a cyberattack, a new law in place that aims better to track the growing number of cyberattacks across the state. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Craig Sixta, the Chief Technology Officer with Element Technologies, about the world of cyberwarfare and how you can stay safe.
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.
In the mid-90s, a group of Alexandria, Minnesota, residents wanted to highlight wooden boats and their craftsmanship, believing they were essentially works of art. So, they converted an old city garage into the Legacy of Lakes Museum.
The town of Sedan, Minnesota, has gone out of its way to celebrate an every-day household item.
The first Tuesday of August is a unique night meant for nothing more than connection with those living on your street and the people tasked to protect it: National Night Out, which is now in its 42nd year.
Homeowners know the saying, "water finds a way." Add wildfire smoke to that distinction, another savvy invader harming indoor quality, where people should feel protected from it.
Be sure to turn your eyes to the night sky, as brief flashes of light will streak through outer space on Tuesday night.
From farmland to store shelves and, soon, your kitchen, produce is a healthy choice that sometimes needs a healthy rinse.
Tears come for many reasons: a joyful reunion, a surprising win, a frustrating loss and a forever loss, too. And sometimes, tears come for reasons we can hardly explain.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says tomorrow will start off with storms and have a drying trend for the afternoon.
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 Lisa Meadows is tracking severe storms in southern Minnesota, including a tornado warning for Faribault and Martin counties.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows has the latest on potentially severe storms popping up Sunday evening.
Another round of storms is set to hit the Twin Cities Sunday evening.
Metro Transit’s Metro Micro Service, which helps connect people between different transit systems, has officially opened in Bloomington.
Tuesday will mark one month until early voting begins in local municipal and school board elections around the state. That includes the Mayor's race in Minneapolis. In tonight's Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the candidacy of State Sen. Omar Fateh.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says tomorrow will start off with storms and have a drying trend for the afternoon.
We have new details after an emergency alert went out to some phones across Ramsey County on Sunday. It was triggered by a string of armed robberies. WCCO's Ashley Grams tracked down what happened.
Officers have been in an Eagan, Minnesota, neighborhood since Sunday afternoon in large standoff.