Baby killed on icy I-35 Wednesday in Owatonna; dozens more injured across Minnesota
The Minnesota State Patrol says a baby died in a crash Wednesday morning on an icy Interstate 35 in Owatonna.
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The Minnesota State Patrol says a baby died in a crash Wednesday morning on an icy Interstate 35 in Owatonna.
Traffic cameras caught a Cadillac SUV going through a red light before hitting a light pole in Minnetonka Sunday night. Moments later, it burst into flames. The driver was 17-year-old Lucas Knudson, of Corcoran. He is also a senior at Orono High School. Our Kirsten Mitchell met with community members in Corcoran as they rally together after this tragic loss.
On Monday, 100% of Park Tavern's profits will go towards the Kristina Folkerts Memorial Fund.
Lit candles and empty pairs of shoes symbolized lives forever changed at the Minnesota State Capitol Saturday. Families took turns describing the moment their lives turned upside down in a moment's notice.
There have been more than 200 crashes, including one that proved fatal, in Minnesota on Thursday due to wet and snowy conditions across the state.
The 60-year-old woman had stopped her Ford Escape in the center lane of eastbound Interstate 94 near Brockton Lane after she hit a deer around 5:30 a.m.
Two men are dead following a head-on crash involving two pickup trucks on Thursday morning in northeastern Minnesota.
A 24-year-old central Minnesota man was sentenced to nearly a decade in prison in connection to a high-speed crash last year that left one person dead and two others injured.
Minneapolis police are looking for the driver of a car that rolled over on the city's northside early Friday morning, killing one person and injuring another.
There were emotional moments Thursday night as loved ones comforted each other while demanding justice for these five young women. They were killed in a crash while running errands for a friend's wedding. Now, the man who hit them is just days away from standing trial.
Two people died, including a teenage boy, in a southeastern Minnesota crash Tuesday morning.
A 93-year-old woman was killed in a wrong-way wreck in the southwest metro early Monday afternoon.
An elderly woman is dead after driving the wrong way down a southwest metro highway and crashing head-on with another vehicle early Monday afternoon.
Minnesota State Patrol investigating a deadly 24 hours on Minnesota roadways.
Multiple deadly crashes were reported in Minnesota in 24 hours from Friday to Saturday afternoon.
The Minnesota State Patrol fired one of its troopers last week for causing a crash that killed a high school senior earlier this year.
One person is dead after a pickup truck crashed into a western Wisconsin apartment building on Friday.
A fiery crash in Ramsey County claimed the life of a dump truck driver.
Bystanders attempted to get the driver out of the cab but were unsuccessful.
Police in West St. Paul are investigating after a domestic assault suspect crashed their car and died during a police chase early Sunday morning.
Police say the crash happened around 2 a.m. Sunday near Moreland Avenue and Kruse Street when they were trying to stop and arrest a suspect.
A man who is accused of killing five young women in a south Minneapolis car crash in June of last year has been offered a plea deal, the Hennepin County Attorney's Office confirmed.
Johnny Gaudreau and brother Matthew Gaudreau were killed while riding bicycles in Oldmans Township, New Jersey, according to police.
A 37-year-old Little Falls woman is dead after an ATV crash early Saturday evening in central Minnesota.
A Minnesota family is changed forever after a series of tragic turnpike crashes. The Tibetan refugees were on their way to a religious event when the deadly wreck happened. Our David Schuman spoke to that family.
Investigators say eight people are tied to more than three dozen burglaries across the Twin Cities, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars being stolen.
Kirill Kaprizov had two power-play goals and the Minnesota Wild beat the Vegas Golden Knights 5-2 on Thursday to take a 2-1 lead in the first-round series.
After some early morning showers, Friday will stay dry and seasonal with highs near 60, plenty of sun and light winds in the afternoon.
With road work back in full swing, enforcement of work zone laws is increasing, too.
A federal agency focused on volunteerism and service is one of the latest targets of cost-cutting efforts by the Trump administration.
Investigators say eight people are tied to more than three dozen burglaries across the Twin Cities, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars being stolen.
A federal agency focused on volunteerism and service is one of the latest targets of cost-cutting efforts by the Trump administration.
It's proof you can make friends at any age: A couple of World War II veterans from Minnesota and Wisconsin struck up a friendship well after they turned 100.
E'shaun Maurice Funches pleaded guilty to one count each of second-degree murder and illegal possession of a firearm last month for the Dec. 13, 2023, shooting.
A man from Independence, Minnesota faces charges in connection to a lockdown at M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina on Tuesday afternoon.
The Minnesota DFL alleges she ignored campaign contribution limits by accepting more than the maximum allowed from nine different donors.
Steelhead are a type of rainbow trout that head to the Knife River to spawn. But fewer and fewer have been making that trek in recent years.
The three areas were scheduled to be aerially managed this spring with an insecticide used to kill spongy moth caterpillars, but federal funding delays and uncertainties forced the department of agriculture to pivot, officials say.
When will your neighborhood store be open for recreational sales? For those dreaming of green in dollars with a new small cannabis business, they're stuck waiting.
A southern Minnesota woman faces manslaughter charges in connection with "Baby Angel," a newborn found dead in the Mississippi River more than a decade ago.
It's proof you can make friends at any age: A couple of World War II veterans from Minnesota and Wisconsin struck up a friendship well after they turned 100.
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.
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.
A federal agency focused on volunteerism and service is one of the latest targets of cost-cutting efforts by the Trump administration.
A longstanding battle to protect Minnesota's forests is facing a serious setback. Reporter Beret Leone and photojournalist Ray Campos explain how federal cuts are allowing invasive species to spread.
A federal agency focused on volunteerism and service is one of the latest targets of cost-cutting efforts by the Trump administration. Our Frankie McLister is here to tell us about the impacts that could be felt in Minnesota.
The Minnesota DFL alleges she ignored campaign contribution limits by accepting more than the maximum allowed from nine different donors.
Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil's attorneys are asking an immigration judge to terminate his deportation case.
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.
Investigators say eight people are tied to more than three dozen burglaries across the Twin Cities, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars being stolen.
E'shaun Maurice Funches pleaded guilty to one count each of second-degree murder and illegal possession of a firearm last month for the Dec. 13, 2023, shooting.
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
X, the Elon Musk-owned social media site formerly known as Twitter, is suing Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison over a state law regulating the use of "deepfakes" to influence elections.
A southern Minnesota woman faces manslaughter charges in connection with "Baby Angel," a newborn found dead in the Mississippi River more than a decade ago.
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.
Kirill Kaprizov had two power-play goals and the Minnesota Wild beat the Vegas Golden Knights 5-2 on Thursday to take a 2-1 lead in the first-round series.
The Minnesota Vikings added some talent at the offensive line in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft, taking Donovan Jackson out of Ohio State at pick No. 24.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Lenyn Sosa and Miguel Vargas homered as the Chicago White Sox beat the Minnesota Twins 3-0 in a game that was shortened to seven innings because of rain.
The 2025 NFL draft begins Thursday night, and dedicated football fans are researching with excitement about all the different possibilities their team can make through the form of mock drafts.
Minnesota legalized recreational marijuana in 2023, and at the time the state said stores could be open as early as March of this year, but the licensing for retail cannabis shops continues to be delayed.
When will your neighborhood store be open for recreational sales? For those dreaming of green in dollars with a new small cannabis business, they're stuck waiting.
To the dismay of small business owners, retail shop licensing continues to be delayed. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Andrew Caruthers, the owner of Twin Cities High in Golden Valley, who is waiting in limbo.
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.
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.
With road work back in full swing, enforcement of work zone laws is increasing, too.
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.
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.
After some early morning showers, Friday will stay dry and seasonal with highs near 60, plenty of sun and light winds in 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.
After some early morning showers, Friday will stay dry and seasonal with highs near 60, plenty of sun and light winds in the afternoon.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says rain showers will clear out overnight and clouds will clear out tomorrow with highs near 60.
Here's a look at your latest forecast, including when you can expect severe weather to move in on Monday.
After some early morning showers, Friday will stay dry and seasonal with highs near 60, plenty of sun and light winds in the afternoon.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says rain showers will clear out overnight and clouds will clear out tomorrow with highs near 60.
A mallard-mom made herself comfortable and laid some eggs over the past few days.
A longstanding battle to protect Minnesota's forests is facing a serious setback. Reporter Beret Leone and photojournalist Ray Campos explain how federal cuts are allowing invasive species to spread.
Critters not commonly seen around these parts found themselves in a prickly situation.