Escaped Minn. Inmate Caught In Nevada After 25 Years On The Run
A man who escaped from a Minnesota federal prison in 1992 and had been on the run ever since was taken back into custody last month after trying to renew his state identification card.
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A man who escaped from a Minnesota federal prison in 1992 and had been on the run ever since was taken back into custody last month after trying to renew his state identification card.
Bethanie Mattek-Sands, 32, is ranked No. 1 in women's doubles.
The smell of something burning alerted the Rochester Fire Department to a massive fire overnight.
Authorities are investigating an apparent alligator sighting this week in southeastern Minnesota.
Journee Starr Malone, 13, was last seen near Gage East Apartments in Rochester Monday at about 5 p.m.
Aiden Remme has brain cancer and has never undergone a scan or surgery without his stuffed animal.
The World War II veteran moved to Rochester about 20 years ago to be near family.
He was originally supposed to go home Saturday, but his office tells WCCO the extra night in the hospital was just a precaution.
Gov. Mark Dayton is expected to return home Saturday after surgery to have his prostate removed.
Gov. Mark Dayton will undergo surgery for prostate cancer at Mayo Clinic Thursday morning.
Dozens of students in one Minnesota school district were ordered out of class Wednesday.
People living in southeastern Minnesota are digging out a major snowstorm, but there wasn't even a dusting in the metro.
This weekend's girls' youth basketball tournament, billed as one of the largest in the state, will draw 260 teams from the three-state region. Unfortunately, the teams may be met by up to 18 inches of snow.
One person is hurt after a school bus exploded Friday afternoon in Rochester.
The city plans to add 30,000 jobs over the next 20 years due to a Mayo Clinic expansion.
The Minnesota State Patrol says one person has been arrested after he fled a hit-and-run incident in Rochester Wednesday morning.
Police in Rochester are looking for a suspect who fled after allegedly beating and keeping a woman hostage for several days.
A woman, her dog and her 18 cats are all safe after a house fire in Rochester Saturday night.
Two passersby may have saved the life of a 72-year-old man this weekend when they rushed to his aid when he collapsed shoveling snow.
The Mayo Clinic nurse spent nearly 28 hours in a canyon before crews found her and rescued her with a helicopter.
One person is dead following a two-car crash in southeastern Minnesota Friday morning. Police said around 9 a.m. two cars collided as they were making turns at the intersection of 12th Avenue SE and 8th Street SE.
A home was heavily damaged after a fire in Rochester Friday night, but crews were able to save another house just six feet away.
The Olmsted County Attorney's Office says there will be no charges in the stabbing death of a 15-year-old Rochester boy.
A Rochester police officer who helped respond to a reported domestic assault in southeastern Minnesota ended up shooting and killing the male suspect.
An Olmsted County Sheriff's Department employee has been released from the hospital after being stabbed at his desk several times Monday afternoon.
A judge sentenced a Twin Cities woman to nearly four years in prison for illegally buying weapons for the father of her children, who went on to use them in the killing of three first responders in Burnsville last year.
The wife of the man charged in the deadly, politically motivated shootings of Minnesota lawmakers in June has filed for divorce.
A federal jury indicted three men accused of a string of armed robberies in the Twin Cities last month, temporarily shutting down Minnesota State Fair preparations.
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
For most of quarterback J.J. McCarthy's NFL debut, the lights appeared to be too bright for him. But the faith of his Minnesota Vikings coaches and teammates never wavered.
A judge sentenced a Twin Cities woman to nearly four years in prison for illegally buying weapons for the father of her children, who went on to use them in the killing of three first responders in Burnsville last year.
The wife of the man charged in the deadly, politically motivated shootings of Minnesota lawmakers in June has filed for divorce.
A federal jury indicted three men accused of a string of armed robberies in the Twin Cities last month, temporarily shutting down Minnesota State Fair preparations.
The man accused of killing another man this summer at a St. Paul, Minnesota, homeless encampment is now facing a murder charge.
Gov. Tim Walz told reporters he doesn't yet have a date set for when he would order a special meeting of the Legislature, but the hope is "sooner rather than later."
The wife of the man charged in the deadly, politically motivated shootings of Minnesota lawmakers in June has filed for divorce.
Minnesota's dairy herds have been declared as being unaffected by the bird flu virus after months of sampling, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.
A southern Minnesota man with at least two prior DWI convictions is accused of again driving drunk and causing a wrong-way crash that killed two people.
The six clinics in Belle Plaine, Caledonia, Montgomery, Northridge, St. Peter and Wells will close by Dec. 10.
Food service, custodial and maintenance workers working for the University of Minnesota system have started a rolling strike, the union that represents the employees said Monday night.
A Wisconsin legislator has left the state Assembly's Democratic caucus after being accused by fellow party members of threatening to kill three lawmakers.
Two people, including a Vietnam War veteran, were killed in a helicopter crash south of the Twin Cities on Saturday afternoon, federal officials said.
The crash happened just before 6:30 p.m. on 480th Avenue near 830th Street in Ellsworth Township.
A conservative justice on the Wisconsin Supreme Court says she will not seek reelection, creating an open race for a seat on the court that's controlled 4-3 by liberals.
The Wisconsin Historical Society says the Frank D. Barker was sailing for Escanaba, Michigan in 1887 when it hit bad weather and ran off course.
On one corner in north Minneapolis, you'll find more than just an urban farm. You'll also find opportunity, thanks to Appetite for Change.
The Minnesota Star Tribune says it plans to close its own printing facility on Dec. 27, a move the newspaper says will "affect" around 125 employees.
A group of businesses along Nicollet Avenue near Annunciation Church are doing what they can to give back.
Minnesotans are looking to answer the call for help following Wednesday's mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis. Events and efforts are underway to help victims, their families and healthcare workers.
A grandma's quiet craft shop in Holdingford, Minnesota, got a big surprise thanks to her loving grandson and a viral Facebook post.
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
Gov. Tim Walz told reporters he doesn't yet have a date set for when he would order a special meeting of the Legislature, but the hope is "sooner rather than later."
As National Guard troops patrol the streets of Washington, D.C., President Trump has threatened to send soldiers to other cities across the country to help stop crime, but can they perform law enforcement duties? The laws create a complicated answer.
The push for change at the State Capitol comes after a shooter killed two students and wounded more than 20 others at Annunciation School in Minneapolis. Minnesota's governor met with top lawmakers behind closed doors Tuesday afternoon. WCCO's Caroline Cummings has the latest on where things stand.
Three months after the politically-motivated killing of Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, Democrats selected state Rep. Zack Stephenson to steer the caucus moving forward.
Minnesota's dairy herds have been declared as being unaffected by the bird flu virus after months of sampling, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.
WCCO's Jeff Wagner tries to get to the bottom of this fuzzy phenomenon.
If you've been thinking of buying an electric car, you may want to pounce. A major tax credit is about to expire as part of President Trump's mega-bill.
The latest statistics through Saturday show that nearly 1.6 million people have passed through the fair gates.
A salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has sickened nearly 100 people in 14 states, including four cases in Minnesota, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
A judge sentenced a Twin Cities woman to nearly four years in prison for illegally buying weapons for the father of her children, who went on to use them in the killing of three first responders in Burnsville last year.
The wife of the man charged in the deadly, politically motivated shootings of Minnesota lawmakers in June has filed for divorce.
A federal jury indicted three men accused of a string of armed robberies in the Twin Cities last month, temporarily shutting down Minnesota State Fair preparations.
The man accused of killing another man this summer at a St. Paul, Minnesota, homeless encampment is now facing a murder charge.
A southern Minnesota man with at least two prior DWI convictions is accused of again driving drunk and causing a wrong-way crash that killed two people.
Minnesota's dairy herds have been declared as being unaffected by the bird flu virus after months of sampling, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.
The six clinics in Belle Plaine, Caledonia, Montgomery, Northridge, St. Peter and Wells will close by Dec. 10.
Four physicians, who recently resigned from the CDC in protest, tell "Sunday Morning" they believe HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is jeopardizing the nation's public health.
Months before thrill-seeking snowboarders and skiers take to Burnsville, Minnesota's Buck Hill, the site played host to a grueling challenge for a good cause.
A 37-year-old Montevideo, Minnesota, woman is speaking out about her life-changing experience with West Nile virus amid a rise in reported cases.
The 58-year-old chef said in a social media post that he had a Basal cell carcinoma removed from his skin.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
The Minnesota State Fair is a chance for artists and athletes to connect with the community and show off all their hard work.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
The sights and sounds of country band Old Dominion lit up the Grandstand at the Minnesota State Fair on Thursday ahead of the release of their latest album, "Barbara."
Aug. 29, 2025 marks the start of WCCO’s 18th season of the High School Sports Rally. The Academy of Holy Angels football team honored the victims and survivors of the shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church. Plus, a quarterback who is "creating a buzz."
For most of quarterback J.J. McCarthy's NFL debut, the lights appeared to be too bright for him. But the faith of his Minnesota Vikings coaches and teammates never wavered.
Kyle Hendricks threw seven shutout innings, Chris Taylor and Yoán Moncada hit three-run homers, and the Los Angeles Angels scored all of their runs with two outs in a 12-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night.
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell has long realized how vital a vastly improved running game is toward his team's status as a legitimate Super Bowl contender.
Kelsey Mitchell scored 18 points and the Indiana Fever wrapped up the regular season with an 83-72 win Tuesday night over the league-leading Minnesota Lynx, who were resting MVP candidate Napheesa Collier.
In the aftermath of the Annunciation shooting, Gov. Tim Walz has announced he will call a special session of the legislature to deal with gun violence. While his proposals would include an assault weapons ban, Republicans have a different agenda.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the different proposals and the odds of them passing.
As people look for motives behind the tragedy at Annunciation Catholic School, some are casting pointing the blame on at the transgender community.
As people look for motives behind the tragedy at Annunciation Catholic School, some are casting pointing the blame on at the transgender community. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke Minnesota DFL Rep. Leigh Finke about the backlash the trans community is now facing
In the aftermath of the Annunciation shooting, the shock feels everlasting and the loss permanent. The next steps are unclear, but moving forward is already happening.
There's a cabin that blends into its surroundings so well, you almost can't see it. In Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shares the story behind the "Mirror Cabin" near the town of Ironton.
It's been 50 years since WCCO has been at its current location at the "Great Minnesota Get-Together."
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.
As National Guard troops patrol the streets of Washington, D.C., President Trump has threatened to send soldiers to other cities across the country to help stop crime, but can they perform law enforcement duties? The laws create a complicated answer.
WCCO's Jeff Wagner tries to get to the bottom of this fuzzy phenomenon.
As Minnesotans rush to support the Annunciation Church and School community, it can be hard to know what to say. And frankly, what not to say.
Dominated by foot traffic, it's easy to forget the Minnesota State Fairgrounds is paved to handle vehicle traffic, complete with street names.
For some Minnesota State Fairgoers, it's the deals that drive where they eat, shop, and have fun. At least 100 of those discounts can be found in a little-but-mighty booklet, usually procured at one of the first stops visitors make just beyond the gates.
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 Mike Augustyniak says tomorrow will be a #Top10WxDay!
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.
Clouds are starting to clear and the warming trend is on its way.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says showers and storms diminish going into Wednesday, potentially turning sunnier with a nice afternoon.
The Twin Cities will be veiled in fog Wednesday morning, while the rest of the week will bring warming temperatures.
A Wisconsin man believed to have drowned actually faked his own death. Investigators Ryan Borgwardt for more than a month before he resurfaced. Now, we're getting more details about how and why he planned to disappear.
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University, President Trump confirmed.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says tomorrow will be a #Top10WxDay!
Clouds are starting to clear and the warming trend is on its way.
This weekend in St. Paul, you can listen to some great jazz music for free at the 24th Annual Selby Avenue JazzFest.