Twin Cities commuters frustrated over I-94 construction slowdowns
During peak hours, the reduction of lanes along Interstate 94 in the Twin Cities reduces speeds to a snail's pace.
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During peak hours, the reduction of lanes along Interstate 94 in the Twin Cities reduces speeds to a snail's pace.
During peak hours, the reduction of lanes along I-94 reduces speeds to a snail's pace. WCCO's Jason Rantala explains the pains of construction won't be over anytime soon.
Building costs are comparable to more traditional structures, but developers say building with wood has advantages over steel and concrete.
Several along the route for a $30 million facelift to the area around Arcade Street and beyond say the timing has them worried and confused.
Be careful what you ask for — that's the sentiment of several St. Paul business owners on the east side. This is the project they were hoping for: a $30 million facelift to the area around Arcade Street and beyond. As Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield shows us, they say the timing has them worried and confused.
Business owners along Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis fear an ongoing construction project will negatively impact their sales.
Business owners along Hennepin Avenue are afraid an ongoing construction project will negatively impact their sales.
Minnesota drivers can start preparing for closures, detours and delays, as infrastructure officials have unveiled their planned projects for 2025.
Owners Aaron Meyerring and Stephanie Meyerring said new plans to redesign Franklin Avenue would disrupt their years of success.
The owner of a popular Northeast bar says their restaurant may close if a construction plan gets the green light. Jason Rantala reports that the Minnesota Department of Transportation's plans are to increase safety at a troubled intersection.
Two years after his tragic death at a work site, the family of a longtime St. Paul water services employee has won a major settlement from the construction company. As Jonah Kaplan reports, court documents reveal big missteps in both safety and the legal process.
The project along Hennepin Avenue added bike lanes, safer crossings and transit priority lanes but not customers.
Work on Hennepin and First avenues may be done in Northeast Minneapolis, but businesses say their struggles continue. The project added bike lanes, safer crossings, and transit priority lanes but not customers. Reporter Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield and photojournalist Ray Campos talk with business owners who are hurting.
After months of construction, a major Minneapolis thoroughfare has finally re-opened.
Construction workers in the Twin Cities are cheering on a change they say is years in the making.
Under the program, sites with non-union workers are audited, and workers are educated on their rights.
The burglaries, coupled with a massive construction project, have some businesses fearing permanent closure.
As the season comes to an end, it could be called the summer of delays. We've seen rain delays at the State Fair, delays for the Twins and traffic delays too
Nearly 45 miles of street-improvement projects will soon get underway in St. Paul. It's all part of the city's "Common Cent" strategy.
Construction is causing businesses in the Linden Hills neighborhood to struggle.
Upcoming construction to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport may impact flight patterns for the next several months, says the Metropolitan Airport Commission.
WCCO's Jason Rantala follows up with local business owners in Uptown regarding the impact of construction on Hennepin Avenue.
The iconic Stone Arch Bridge is closing so that some construction can be done. Folks were out enjoying it over the weekend before it closes on Monday, April 15th.
Construction season is beginning in Minnesota with a major road closure taking place this weekend.
New drone video gives us a birds-eye view of one of the state's big projects this year. MnDOT announced more than 200 of them Tuesday, all slated for 2024. WCCO's Kirsten Mitchell shows us some of the work zones you'll want to watch out for.
Here's a look back at every draft pick Adofo-Mensah has made with the Vikings since taking over as general manager in 2022.
Overnight showers could stick around through Thursday morning, especially south of the Twin Cities, with highs near 60 degrees.
The Minnesota Twins say retired stars Tony Oliva and Kent Hrbek are recovering from strokes suffered days apart.
Byron Buxton and Trevor Larnach homered help the Minnesota Twins beat the last-place Chicago White Sox 6-3 on Wednesday night.
Jay Cooke State Park in Carlton County, Minnesota, is turning 110 years old this year.
A dogged divide drew crowds to a Minnetonka, Minnesota, park board meeting as the city debates its new leash rules.
A 51-year-old Chaska, Minnesota, man pleaded guilty Wednesday to child sex abuse charges — a crime he's been convicted of before.
Police south of the Twin Cities say a crash killed a motorcyclist and injured two others late Tuesday afternoon.
Investigators say the incident began when a brother and sister got into an argument over the power of attorney for their mother, a patient at the hospital.
As Minnesotans gear up for the growing season, the University of Minnesota has a warning about where you buy your plants.
Jay Cooke State Park in Carlton County, Minnesota, is turning 110 years old this year.
As Minnesotans gear up for the growing season, the University of Minnesota has a warning about where you buy your plants.
Authorities say they believe a southern Minnesota man accused of theft and online threats may have been planning a "mass casualty event."
Minnesotans love to claim Bob Dylan as their own, but they may want to think twice about sharing a quote on Pope Francis purporting to be from the iconic musician.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz in his State of the State address on Wednesday called on the divided legislature to work together in the crucial final weeks of the session.
Guidance from the Democratic governor of Wisconsin's administration to state employees about what to do if immigration officials or other federal agents show up at their workplace is drawing fire from Republicans.
The bull elk was found on private property in Black River Falls on March 18.
Wisconsin health officials are calling a significant spike in congenital syphilis over the last several years "especially concerning."
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that the Democratic governor legally used the state's uniquely powerful veto to lock in a school funding increase for 400 years.
Storms moving through Wisconsin brought large amounts hail Friday morning.
The 17 crop art portraits on display depict themes of civic engagement, justice and community.
The birth of a child is typically the happiest day in a parent's life. But for a Minneapolis family, it started a mother's fight for her life.
Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Cheap Trick and Ludacris are slated to headline Taste of Minnesota this year.
Low enrollment at Chelsea Heights Elementary School has impacted funding for music and arts programs, leaving staff to figure out how they will still deliver creative classes for students.
Avianah Drakeford was born with sickle cell disease, a genetic disorder that negatively affects how blood moves around the body. It's not life-threatening, but it is life-altering.
Gov. Tim Walz declared the state of our state is “as strong as it’s ever been” in his annual speech in St. Paul. He says that stands in contrast to what he calls chaos 1,000 miles away in Washington, D.C. Caroline Cummings joins us now with the latest from the Capitol.
Minnesota's governor will deliver his yearly "State of the State" address to a closely divided Capitol. WCCO's Caroline Cummings is there live with a look at what we can expect to hear tonight.
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin announced Wednesday he is retiring and will not run for reelection in 2026.
Two U.S. retailers warned President Trump his sweeping tariff policy could disrupt supply chains and lead to empty shelves in the coming weeks.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has not given any press briefings in the briefing room but has used the room as a backdrop for TV hits with Fox News.
Pork carnitas products sold at Aldi stores nationwide maybe contaminated with pieces of metal, according to a public health alert from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
While 4/20 is a celebratory time for her, My Little CBD Co., owner Lynn Bialick said she is surprised at how long it's taking just to set up a cannabis marketplace.
Target's chief executive officer has met with the Rev. Al Sharpton, whose civil rights organization has encouraged consumers to avoid U.S. retailers that scaled backed their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
A Minnesota company is offering the chance to own never-before-seen pieces of music history.
A company that makes baby food for Target is recalling more than 25,000 packages of a product because it may contain elevated levels of lead.
A 51-year-old Chaska, Minnesota, man pleaded guilty Wednesday to child sex abuse charges — a crime he's been convicted of before.
Investigators say the incident began when a brother and sister got into an argument over the power of attorney for their mother, a patient at the hospital.
A jury on Tuesday found a 38-year-old man guilty in the stabbing of a man found dead in a car in Crystal, Minnesota, last March.
Authorities say they believe a southern Minnesota man accused of theft and online threats may have been planning a "mass casualty event."
Upon learning that David Powers' whereabouts were unknown, the judge issued a bench warrant for his arrest and continued the trial.
It's only the second case in the state this year, following 70 cases in 2024 — the second highest total in the past 15 years.
In 2019, city officials in Northfield, Minnesota said the town's water supply tested for high levels of manganese.
Across several networks and streaming channels, you'll often find a dramatic depiction of life in a hospital.
Pork carnitas products sold at Aldi stores nationwide maybe contaminated with pieces of metal, according to a public health alert from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
Applications for free state health care by undocumented Minnesota residents are exceeding expectations.
A series of timeless movie trailers has inspired a Minnesota filmmaker to produce a documentary about their history.
Minnesotans love to claim Bob Dylan as their own, but they may want to think twice about sharing a quote on Pope Francis purporting to be from the iconic musician.
Meghan Trainor will perform at the Grandstand this year, the Minnesota State Fair announced.
Across several networks and streaming channels, you'll often find a dramatic depiction of life in a hospital.
Monday marks nine years since the death of Minnesota superstar Prince, and his former home and recording studio marked the occasion by inviting fans for a day of remembrance.
Here's a look back at every draft pick Adofo-Mensah has made with the Vikings since taking over as general manager in 2022.
The Minnesota Twins say retired stars Tony Oliva and Kent Hrbek are recovering from strokes suffered days apart.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Byron Buxton and Trevor Larnach homered help the Minnesota Twins beat the last-place Chicago White Sox 6-3 on Wednesday night.
Kirill Kaprizov had two goals and an assist as the Minnesota Wild took advantage of turnover-prone Vegas and beat the Golden Knights 5-2, tying the first-round playoff series at a game apiece.
The U.S. House recently passed the SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship to vote. The bill has resulted in a heated debate on what ID requirements should be needed to vote.
The U.S. House recently passed the SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship to vote.
Domestic violence groups across Minnesota and the surrounding region are struggling to determine how they will be able to effectively serve people if proposed federal funding cuts go into effect.
Domestic violence services are in jeopardy amid federal funding cuts. In Talking Points, one of the biggest centers in Minnesota is bracing for an uncertain funding future.
At the State Capitol, there is a bipartisan effort to limit the authority of homeowner association (HOA) boards and make their dealings more transparent.
Jay Cooke State Park in Carlton County, Minnesota, is turning 110 years old this year.
Easter is this weekend, and chances are a park in rural Redwood County will be a popular destination.
April 15 will be the 113th anniversary of the day the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic, taking with it 1,500 lives. From news to movies, people still marvel over what happened.
It's sap-tapping season in our state. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how an Otter Tail County man landed in the Maple Syrup Hall of Fame.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows how one group is unearthing a bit of history.
Electrical currents travel in an instant, but the effort to ensure that electricity is generated in a carbon-free way is a years-long journey.
Across several networks and streaming channels, you'll often find a dramatic depiction of life in a hospital.
A sure sign of spring might be flowing outside your home starting Wednesday. Streets will be soaked, but it won't be thanks to Mother Nature — fire hydrants are getting flushed.
No matter how you take your coffee, there are endless ways to create the morning staple.
Being married has its benefits, but a new study found that staying single late in life might actually be better for your brain.
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
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.
Overnight showers could stick around through Thursday morning, especially south of the Twin Cities, with highs near 60 degrees.
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.
Overnight showers could stick around through Thursday morning, especially south of the Twin Cities, with highs near 60 degrees.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says it will be cooler tomorrow with clouds and rain showers.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says rain showers are possible in southern Minnesota overnight and early tomorrow with heavier rain arriving later Thursday.
Overnight showers could stick around through Thursday morning, especially south of the Twin Cities, with highs near 60 degrees.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says it will be cooler tomorrow with clouds and rain showers.
Happy Birthday to Jay Cooke! The state park in Carlton County turns 110 years old this year. In this week’s Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us why Mother Nature and a man-made structure keep visitors coming back.
Some of Minnesota's Special Olympians took to a new field Wednesday night. Photojournalist Joe Van Ryn takes us to CHS Field in St. Paul, where the Saints are pitching in to help support some awesome athletes.
Court documents are giving us a clearer picture of what happened when a metro hospital went into lockdown yesterday.