Black Bear Raids Bird Feeder In Kandiyohi County
A black bear was spotted in Kandiyohi County pawing at a bird feeder on Decision Hills Bible Camp Road in Spicer.
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A black bear was spotted in Kandiyohi County pawing at a bird feeder on Decision Hills Bible Camp Road in Spicer.
A male hunter was attacked by a black bear in northern Pine County Saturday afternoon, according to the Pine County Sheriff's Office. According to police, officers received a 911 call reporting the man had been attacked just northeast of the Village of Duxbury.
One lucky black bear has a Wisconsin logger to thank for helping him out of an odd situation. Garrett Smith found a bear struggling in a corn field near Rice Lake, Wis. on Sunday and used a claw to pop a can free from the bear's head.
A man shot and killed a black bear in Albertville Tuesday night after it was spotted in his yard while his daughter was outside playing, according to the Wright County Sheriff's Office. Authorities received a call at about 7:45 p.m. that a black bear had been seen on the 10000 block of 64th Street NE in Albertville. The caller, Lawrence Engstrom, told authorities the bear walked up to their sliding glass door in the back yard.
A black bear, possibly the same one seen recently in several south-metro communities, was shot and killed early Saturday morning in West St. Paul. Police say they received reports of a black bear wandering near Bernard Street West and Charlton Street. The bear was described as weighing between 120 – 150 pounds and had an injured hind leg.
Bemidji saw black and blue on Friday morning, but the wild incident ended with a peaceful nap. Police were called to the Paul Bunyan Park near the area of 12th Street Northeast and Lake Blvd. at about 6 a.m. A number of people reported seeing a black bear in the area.
The black bear that's been sighted numerous times in the southern Twin Cities metro area during the past week has popped up once again. According to Savage Police, the black bear was spotted at about 1 p.m. Thursday on the 14100 block of Vernon Avenue.
The first reports of a north woods visitor came just prior to the Memorial Day weekend. On Friday morning, the phone line to Savage police began ringing as folks like Jessica Sepeda called in, saying they'd seen a bear.
A mama black bear and her two cubs have been spotted by residents in one Osceola, Wis. neighborhood. They've gotten awfully close to homes, so now police and DNR are stepping in to make sure the bears and residents stay safe. It began innocently enough.
Lake Mille Lacs is a hotspot for catching walleyes this time of year. But customers caught something they weren't expecting during Monday's launch trip at Twin Pines resort – a struggling black bear.
Department of Natural Resources officials will be holding a press conference soon to discuss a bear attack incident that happened Monday night in northern Minnesota.
Reward money has now been tripled for information leading to the arrest of those involved in illegally killing a black bear. The bear was shot while hibernating in a culvert near Star Prairie, Wis., in February.
Black bear sightings in the suburbs are rare, but neighbors in one south metro city are on the lookout. That's because a bear was seen roaming residential streets in Cottage Grove Wednesday morning. Police think it weighed as much as 250 pounds.
A North Branch teenager recently had his own man-versus-beast encounter.
A collared black bear was killed near Ely on Thursday after it entered a garage where children were, snarled at them, and refused to leave, says the Minnesota DNR.
For the second day in a row a black bear has wandered into a populated area. This time the bear was spotted in Lino Lakes running out of a ditch and into the path of a car.
For the second time in six months, a black bear wandered around a St. Paul neighborhood before being shot and killed by police.
St. Paul Police say they were advised to shoot and kill a bear roaming in the Frogtown neighborhood.
There's concern that Hope, one of the world's most famous black bears, may be dead in northern Minnesota.
Minnesota has a state tree, the red pine and a state bird, the common loon. But Minnesota doesn't have a state mammal.
The bear was spotted around 4:30 a.m. Friday near the intersection of Henry Street and Second Avenue.
Researchers have found the state's black bear population continues to expand from its usual forest habitat into farmland in northwestern Minnesota, raising the chances of dangerous run-ins with humans.
Internet sensation Lily the black bear has again given birth in her northeastern Minnesota den -- this time to twin cubs.
A Red Wing-area farmer who unexpectedly heard a loud thud while combining in a cornfield quickly realized he'd hit and killed a black bear with his tractor.
"I was in disbelief," said Apple Valley sophomore outside hitter Sophia Cowen. "I've never cried after a win before. All the emotions came rushing out of me and I just had to cry."
State Fire Marshal Daniel Krier is sharing tips to keep propane stored safely after an explosion that injured a family in Bagley.
U.S. District Judge Stephen McGlynn is holding off on enforcing his ruling for 30 days to allow Illinois leaders time to appeal.
School officials in the western Twin Cities say Black students have received racist text messages this week, part of a recent nationwide trend that the officials attributed to Donald Trump's presidential election win.
The footwear- and accessory-maker says it already has a plan in place to reduce its reliance on imports from China.
"I was in disbelief," said Apple Valley sophomore outside hitter Sophia Cowen. "I've never cried after a win before. All the emotions came rushing out of me and I just had to cry."
School officials in the western Twin Cities say Black students have received racist text messages this week, part of a recent nationwide trend that the officials attributed to Donald Trump's presidential election win.
A 72-year-old man is in critical condition after being hit by a motorist while riding his bicycle in Ramsey County.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz addressed his home state Friday afternoon following his loss on the Democratic presidential ticket.
Though Minnesota is home to Mall of America, it's also the birthplace of the country's very first indoor mall — Southdale Center, which opened in 1956 and was developed by the Dayton family.
State Fire Marshal Daniel Krier is sharing tips to keep propane stored safely after an explosion that injured a family in Bagley.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz addressed his home state Friday afternoon following his loss on the Democratic presidential ticket.
An 84-year-old southern Minnesota man has been charged with murder in a 50-year-old Wisconsin cold case once thought to be the work of a notorious serial killer and former Green Bay Packer.
About half a million Minnesotans will be on the hunt for a trophy buck this weekend.
The men of "Gen Z" are currently leaning toward former President Trump, according to polls. In Northfield, St. Olaf College Republicans President Chris Flemming says he sees that first hand.
A school bus driver in western Wisconsin was arrested after allegedly driving a bus under the influence with children onboard.
An 84-year-old southern Minnesota man has been charged with murder in a 50-year-old Wisconsin cold case once thought to be the work of a notorious serial killer and former Green Bay Packer.
Lines were long because many were first-time voters and still needed to register to vote, students said.
The votes have been cast in Wisconsin for the 2024 presidential race. See live maps for county-by-county results.
Check for the latest Wisconsin election results as they come in. Befitting the state's "battleground" status, the headlining race is between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
School officials in the western Twin Cities say Black students have received racist text messages this week, part of a recent nationwide trend that the officials attributed to Donald Trump's presidential election win.
To understand the depth of Monica Vega's work, you have to hear how her life started.
People of all ages with physical, emotional, and mental challenges build strength and confidence while riding a horse.
Inside Hennepin County Adult Detention Center, inmates are not only serving time but learning skills to keep them from coming back.
Za'Nari Collins, 6, lived out a special wish at Mall of America Monday thanks to the Bloomington Police Department and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
U.S. District Judge Stephen McGlynn is holding off on enforcing his ruling for 30 days to allow Illinois leaders time to appeal.
Wisconsin Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin pledged to work with President-elect Donald Trump when possible in her victory speech, but also vowed to fight him to protect the national health care law and abortion rights.
Voters in South Dakota have rejected a proposal to add protections for abortion rights to the state constitution, preserving a near-total ban there.
President-elect Donald Trump has made his first selection on who he would like to join him in the new administration.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz addressed his home state Friday afternoon following his loss on the Democratic presidential ticket.
It's a Thanksgiving treat weeks before the holiday. No matter the brand, the bird is a cheaper buy.
Not only are experts sharing concerns about an escalation of violence, they're concerned that we're "going to lose track of that thin thread of reality that we're all sort of still clinging to."
For the first time since 1938, children in Des Moines, Iowa, will go trick-or-treating on Halloween. The city began its unusual custom of opting for Beggar's Night decades ago in hopes of tamping down on hooliganism.
North Dakota voters this fall could end the property tax by approving a ballot measure that opponents say would drastically slash a variety of state services.
A car, stolen in Chicago and recovered in Minnesota, was brought into Best Autobody in Blaine to be looked at. The car's owner now says the shop is asking for $30,000 or her car will be sent to auction.
A school bus driver in western Wisconsin was arrested after allegedly driving a bus under the influence with children onboard.
A central Minnesota sheriff's deputy who crashed his squad car while under the influence of alcohol will be put on probation, court documents say.
A judge has overturned the 2009 murder conviction of a Minneapolis man following an investigation by the Minnesota Attorney General's Office.
A 10-year-old girl was struck by a driver in an SUV Wednesday night while running across the road, police said.
A jury has found Adam Fravel, the 30-year-old southeastern Minnesota man charged in the death of 26-year-old Madeline Kingsbury, guilty.
Just like the leaves, the clock falls back and some people fall off balance, according to Dr. Marcel Hungs, a neurologist and sleep medicine specialist at HealthPartners.
After the Bills game on Oct. 20, the Hoehn-Low family and several others got to meet safety Damar Hamlin.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Twenty-five grams of sugar is about six teaspoons. It may sound like a lot, but you can hit that amount with just one item.
People of all ages with physical, emotional, and mental challenges build strength and confidence while riding a horse.
The nominations for the 67th Grammy Awards have been announced, and the nominees include a long list of top music stars.
Minneapolis musician Tyka Nelson, Prince's only full sibling, died Monday.
Judy Garland's iconic ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz" are on the auction block nearly two decades after a thief stole the iconic shoes, an attempt to pull off "one last score."
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
"I was in disbelief," said Apple Valley sophomore outside hitter Sophia Cowen. "I've never cried after a win before. All the emotions came rushing out of me and I just had to cry."
Anthony Edwards had 33 points, eight rebounds and six assists, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Chicago Bulls 135-119.
Lawrence has 11 touchdowns and six interceptions so far this season.
The PWHL team won the inaugural season championship this past year.
Dawson Garcia scored 30 points and Minnesota defeated Oral Roberts 80-57 in the season opener for both.
As Election Day nears, experts say voters in Wisconsin and other battleground states will decide the 2024 presidential election winner.
As Election Day nears, experts say voters in Wisconsin and other battleground states will decide the 2024 presidential election winner.
As Election Day nears, experts say voters in Wisconsin and other battleground states will decide the 2024 presidential election winner.
As Election Day nears, experts say voters in Wisconsin and other battleground states will decide the 2024 presidential election winner.
The polls have missed badly before — most infamously in 2016 when almost every poll had Hillary Clinton beating former President Donald Trump.
Did you know that donkeys are fast, smart and can build life-long bonds with other animals and people? It's believed that donkeys are smarter than most dogs.
The Fitzgerald Theater is the oldest active theater in St. Paul — but is it also haunted?
Wisconsin bars are known for their pints and their patrons. About the last thing you'd expect to discover in such a place would be 55 feet of historic American artwork.
Did you know Minnesota has a real castle? Miller Castle, near Nisswa.
In this edition of Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us through the long history and evolution of the Goldy Gopher mascot.
Though Minnesota is home to Mall of America, it's also the birthplace of the country's very first indoor mall — Southdale Center, which opened in 1956 and was developed by the Dayton family.
Just like the leaves, the clock falls back and some people fall off balance, according to Dr. Marcel Hungs, a neurologist and sleep medicine specialist at HealthPartners.
Twenty-five grams of sugar is about six teaspoons. It may sound like a lot, but you can hit that amount with just one item.
As the votes are tallied on election night and maps show which presidential candidate has a lead in each state, viewers likely won't need an explanation on why some states and red and others blue.
We are in the thick of fall and leaves are piling up across Minnesota. As you get to work in the yard, we wanted to know: What are the benefits of mulching leaves?
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
A powerful thunderstorm tore through the grounds of the Minnesota State Fair on Monday night, delaying Tuesday's opening.
Rain showers will move in Saturday, with dry conditions forecasted for Veterans Day.
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.
After a beautiful fall day, things will turn cool and wet in the metro over the weekend.
Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says after a pleasant fall Friday, the metro will get a cool and soggy weekend.
Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says after a pleasant fall Friday, rain and cooler temps will rule this weekend.
It had been over 20 years of struggles for the Apple Valley volleyball team, but their hard work this season is paying off in dividends.
Rain showers will move in Saturday, with dry conditions forecasted for Veterans Day.
Following a week of rain, fog and cold, Minnesotans are taking time outside to decompress and take in the sunshine.
State Fire Marshal Daniel Krier is sharing tips to keep propane stored safely after an explosion that injured a family in Bagley.
After a beautiful fall day, things will turn cool and wet in the metro over the weekend.