Goin' to the Lake: Amelia and Erin head to Cameron-Chetek area in Wisconsin
Our next Goin' to the Lake begins Wednesday with Amelia Santaniello and Erin Hassanzadeh visiting the Cameron-Chetek area of Wisconsin.
Our next Goin' to the Lake begins Wednesday with Amelia Santaniello and Erin Hassanzadeh visiting the Cameron-Chetek area of Wisconsin.
Frank Vascellaro, Chris Shaffer and Shayla Reaves are Goin' to the Lake in Glenwood.
Heather Brown and A.J. Hilton are Goin' to the Lake to check out all of the hot spots in the Brainerd Lakes area.
Our first stop is the Brainerd Area Lakes. Starting Wednesday morning, A.J. Hilton and Heather Brown will be checking out all the summertime activities and local hot spots in Crosby and Nisswa.
This week, we're checking out one of the hotspots of Minnesota cabin country.
This week, Chris Shaffer and Frank Vascellaro are three hours north of the cities in Hackensack.
Jason DeRusha and Matt Brickman are spending Thursday and Friday at the largest lake in the metro (and the ninth largest lake in the state).
Jason DeRusha and Matt Brickman head to the western Twin Cities this week to visit Lake Minnetonka and all the surrounding communities.
Amelia Santaniello and Erin Hassanzadeh share all their adventures while exploring Chetek, Wisconsin Thursday.
Erin Hassanzadeh and Amelia Santaniello go fishing on the Chetek Chain of Lakes along with Bimbo Gifford.
Erin Hassanzadeh and Amelia Santaniello are beating the heat in Cameron, Wisconsin. That's about a two hour drive northeast of the Twin Cities.
We get a Goin' to the Lake update from Amelia Santaniello and Erin Hassanzadeh on Thursday.
Amelia Santaniello and Erin Hassanzadeh took lots of water breaks and kept in the shade and AC as much as possible Wednesday. But the hottest part of their day was actually out on the water in the sun – while on a party paddleboard!
WCCO was lucky enough to catch the Chetek Hydroflites practice Tuesday night for their weekly waterski show.
We're always looking to tell fun stories about good characters, and we found one in a longtime Cameron resident who invented his own, very successful, fishing lure.
Amelia Santaniello and Erin Hassanzadeh are in the Chetek area this week, and their first stop this morning was just up the road in Cameron, Wisconsin at a little bakery.
Amelia Santaniello and Erin Hassanzadeh are getting out in western Wisconsin this week, and seeing all there is to do.
St. Paul native and Olympic gold medalist Sunisa Lee will again represent the U.S. as part of the Women's Gymnastics team at the Paris Games this summer.
Police say they're still seeking at least one of five people who fled a stolen vehicle after it crashed into two other vehicles, including a Minneapolis police squad car, Sunday evening. The youngest person who fled the scene was an 11-year-old boy, police say.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty on Monday announced a new unit to review past cases for mistakes and unjustified convictions.
Several new laws take effect in Minnesota Monday, including a fee on some retail deliveries to help fund transportation systems.
Early voting is already underway for Minnesota's primary and one of the biggest contests is in the 5th Congressional District where Rep. Ilhan Omar is in a rematch with former Minneapolis City Councilman Don Samuels.
The Crookston Police Department said the man was "being combative toward officers and was not following officers' verbal commands" before an officer killed him. The department made no mention of the man being armed.
Several new laws take effect in Minnesota Monday, including a fee on some retail deliveries to help fund transportation systems.
Two people were killed and two more injured in a crash in central Minnesota Sunday morning.
An investigation is underway after a 50-year-old man died early Sunday afternoon while scuba diving in a northern Minnesota lake.
David Hruska and his sister Jenny Barnes said their job now is to stay positive while looking forward to hopefully bringing Back their Rapidan Dam Store.
Investigators in Wisconsin are probing how a house began fire that left six people dead.
Authorities in western Wisconsin say a man died trying to save his grandchild from drowning on Saturday.
The facility has been plagued by allegations of staff-on-inmate abuse, including excessive use of pepper spray, restraints and strip searches. A court-appointed monitor is currently overseeing the facility.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Thursday that an order barring an anti-abortion protester from coming close to a Planned Parenthood nurse violated his First Amendment free speech rights and must be overturned.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is reminding visitors that it is illegal to remove insects from state parks after reports of people harvesting cicadas.
David Hruska and his sister Jenny Barnes said their job now is to stay positive while looking forward to hopefully bringing Back their Rapidan Dam Store.
Over at the Mill City Museum, there's an opportunity to learn more about the rich LBGTQ+ history in the Twin Cities. It's called the "Going Out, Coming In" tour, and it's the second year the museum is hosting the event.
It's not the 911 call St. Louis Park police officer Maddie Turnquist expected on a night shift a few weeks ago.
The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans is using the summer months to reach veterans in need.
Prince fans got the chance to hear a candid interview with one of Prince's favorite collaborators.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that former President Donald Trump is entitled to immunity from federal prosecution for official actions he took while in office.
Several new laws take effect in Minnesota Monday, including a fee on some retail deliveries to help fund transportation systems.
President Biden is trying to rebound from Thursday night's debate performance.
Early voting is already underway for Minnesota's primary and one of the biggest contests is in the 5th Congressional District where Rep. Ilhan Omar is in a rematch with former Minneapolis City Councilman Don Samuels.
Early voting is already underway for Minnesota's Aug. 13 primary. One of the biggest contests is in the 5th Congressional District where Rep. Ilhan Omar is in a rematch with former Minneapolis City Councilman Don Samuels. Omar almost lost to Samuels last time. Esme Murphy reports on the race in Talking Points.
Minnesota's fourth marijuana dispensary is now open just about an hour from the Twin Cities.
The Minnesota e-bike rebate application period is slated to reopen next week — this time with safeguards in place to manage the high demand.
Dale Wills, CEO of Centra Companies, says affordable homes in and around the metro are often bought before they're finished being built.
Black Garnet Books' Dionne Sims is looking to hand off ownership of her beloved St. Paul bookstore to pursue her next dream.
Minnesota patients facing mounting medical debt could soon catch a break thanks to a new law.
Police say they're still seeking at least one of five people who fled a stolen vehicle after it crashed into two other vehicles, including a Minneapolis police squad car, Sunday evening. The youngest person who fled the scene was an 11-year-old boy, police say.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty on Monday announced a new unit to review past cases for mistakes and unjustified convictions.
Police said they spotted what "appeared to be a handgun" during the chase, but was later determined to be a pellet gun resembling a Glock 17.
A man was shot and killed in the parking lot of an Amazon fulfillment center in Lakeville Saturday morning.
Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Minneapolis on Friday night.
The FDA said its study better simulated how commercial milk processing kills the bird flu virus, H5N1.
Iowa joins more than a dozen other states with restrictive abortion laws following the U.S. Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022. Three other states currently ban abortions at about six weeks.
Nearly 42% of Americans are now nearsighted — up from 25% 50 years ago. And half the world could be squinting by mid-century. So what causes myopia? Good Question.
"We can serve payers very effectively from the footprint that remains," CEO Tim Wentworth says of the coming Walgreens closures.
The LB.1 variant makes up close to 1 in 5 new COVID cases, the CDC estimates.
Valleyfair in Shakopee is canceling its Fourth of July fireworks show due to flooding impacts.
Multi-platinum country singer and songwriter Jon Pardi with special guest and rising country star Mackenzie Porter will be at the Minnesota State Fair for this summer's Grandstand Concert Series.
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While the music world is still wrapping up celebrations of the 40th anniversary of Prince's landmark "Purple Rain," another honor has been announced for the late Minneapolis rock superstar: a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame.
In 1999, a series about a New Jersey crime family premiered on HBO; it would change television. Series creator David Chase, and stars Edie Falco, Steven Van Zandt, Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa, discuss the personal and cultural impact of "The Sopranos."
St. Paul native and Olympic gold medalist Sunisa Lee will again represent the U.S. as part of the Women's Gymnastics team at the Paris Games this summer.
Simone Biles is heading back to the Olympics along with Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey, Hezley Rivera and Suni Lee.
Trevor Larnach hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the eighth inning to extend Minnesota's home run streak to 19 games and lift the Twins to a 5-3 win over the Seattle Mariners.
Reese broke a WNBA single-season record with her 10th straight double-double, finishing with 10 points and 16 rebounds. Candace Parker of the Los Angeles Sparks set the previous record in 2015.
Fred Richard and Brody Malone headline the U.S. men's Olympic gymnastics team.
Early voting is already underway for Minnesota's primary and one of the biggest contests is in the 5th Congressional District where Rep. Ilhan Omar is in a rematch with former Minneapolis City Councilman Don Samuels.
Early voting is already underway for Minnesota's Aug. 13 primary. One of the biggest contests is in the 5th Congressional District where Rep. Ilhan Omar is in a rematch with former Minneapolis City Councilman Don Samuels. Omar almost lost to Samuels last time. Esme Murphy reports on the race in Talking Points.
Thursday night will be the first of two presidential debates before the general election. For both candidates, the stakes are high. The race is essentially tied, but former President Donald Trump is leading over President Biden in key swing states.
Thursday night will be the first of two presidential debates before the general election. For both candidates, the stakes are high. The race is essentially tied, but former President Donald Trump is leading over President Biden in key swing states.
Thursday night will be the first of two presidential debates before the general election. For both candidates, the stakes are high. The race is essentially tied, but former President Donald Trump is leading in key swing states. Esme Murphy previews the debate and some new rules that could impact performances.
The town of Remer is surrounded by hundreds of acres of woods and marshes. A perfect place for squirrels, deer, bears and maybe even Bigfoot.
Native Americans, Swedish immigrants and even cattle thieves have all taken shelter in a little spot along the St. Croix River.
Claws, scales, teeth and tails: There's a place in Medford where alligators and snakes have taken over.
It's a rite of spring in the town of Atwater. When the weather gets warm, the racers get racing. But at this track, the vehicle of choice is a go-kart and most of the competition is too young for a driver's license.
Minnesotans like to explore, and now they'll have a chance to step into caves that haven't been explored in half a century.
Nearly 42% of Americans are now nearsighted — up from 25% 50 years ago. And half the world could be squinting by mid-century. So what causes myopia? Good Question.
By the weekend, several Minnesota rivers are expected to reach dangerously high levels. Some might even break records. Predicting if and when that could happen is complicated.
Trees, yards and gardens are lush with all the rain recently. But some people wonder if the weather has also helped stop a pesky problem this time of year.
You've probably seen all of the commercials lately for the latest personal hygiene trend: Whole body deodorant. So, what is it? And do we actually need it? Good Question.
On Wednesday, the United States celebrates Juneteenth. It's a distinction shared by only 10 other special days. So, we wanted to know: How are federal holidays created? And how does that designation affect each state? Good Question.
Thousands lined the streets of Hennepin Avenue on Sunday for the Twin Cities Pride Parade.
Many Minnesotans will be cleaning up Thursday from a storm system that brought sizable hail, heavy winds and possible tornado touchdowns.
Minnesotans were delighted by an otherworldly light show Friday night that was on a level the state hadn't seen in nearly two decades.
Many Minnesotans were treated to a stunning double rainbow on Thursday.
Nicolae Miu, a 54-year-old man from Prior, Lake, Minnesota was found guilty of six criminal charges, including first-degree reckless homicide. Miu's trial lasted eight days in a Hudson, Wisconsin courtroom.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says that things are looking potentially storm during the upcoming Fourth of July holiday weekend.
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.
Enjoy some dry time on Monday before more rain arrives later in the evening.
Monday will be mostly dry, though showers and storms will likely arrive in the overnight hours heading into Tuesday.
Monday will be mainly dry, though showers and storms will arrive overnight into Tuesday.
Big Rock Creek is located just across the river from Taylors Falls, explains Becky Lindblom.
Bar manager Shelby Backer explains what you'll find on the menu at the new restaurant in the south metro.
An expert explains the types of injuries that happen from pickleball, and how you can be prepared for a round.
New reporting says that OpenAI and Google, among potential others, have begun using YouTube videos to train their text-based AI models.
There was a recent viral TikTok in which the poster said that her mother's nightmare ended up saving her.