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The latest map shows extreme drought conditions have spread since last week. It’s so bad, some parts of the state are now considered "natural disaster areas."
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The latest map shows extreme drought conditions have spread since last week. It’s so bad, some parts of the state are now considered "natural disaster areas."
The all-time November high in the Twin Cities is 77 degrees. According to a log kept in the University of Minnesota’s climate library, which stores logs dating back to the late 1880s, it was on November 1, 1933.
Right now, most of Minnesota is in a “very high” fire risk. WCCO’s Allen Henry spent the day chasing the flames across the state
If you plan on getting a Christmas tree, drought and supply conditions could make things more complicated this year, similar to last.
If you plan on getting a Christmas tree, drought and supply conditions could make things more complicated. Kirsten Mitchell explains the growing pains, and what they mean for you.
The National Weather service says last month was the sixth driest October in Minnesota recorded history. WCCO’s Allen Henry talked to climatologists about when we might see relief.
While we’ve had plenty of beautiful days lately, rain has been hard to come by. The drought has lowered water levels across the state in our lakes and rivers.
Nations pledged to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, but three new U.N. reports show that the world is on track to hit nearly double that in less than 80 years.
For the past two years we’ve had drought conditions in Minnesota and Wisconsin. At the same time -- our falls are warming -- and so are our winters. How does that impact animal behavior and your next trip out to the deer stand?
Trace amounts of rain, along with wind, have led to combine fires in Minnesota. And in some cases, those fires have spread, destroying several acres of crops.
The warning means weather conditions are "ideal for wildfire," the DNR said. Those include strong winds and minimal humidity levels. Much of the state of Minnesota is under drought conditions.
Right now, parts of southern Minnesota need to see 11 to 15 inches of precipitation before the end of the year.
The Viking Cruise company says the water level on the Mississippi River is just too low to continue traveling. The company says it won't make it back in time for their next cruise departure on October 15, but they do expect their future trips will leave on time.
Parts of Minnesota are now under extreme drought conditions, after the driest September on record in the Twin Cities and sparse amounts of rain over the last week.
Farmers in southern Minnesota are having a hard time getting their crops across the finish line after a dry season.
Photos from a stretch of the river near Prahovo, Serbia, show enormous vessels, some of which contain explosives, protruding from the water.
The official start of fall might be a month away, but many families are already taking part in fun activities like apple picking.
David Schuman traveled to Savage, and learned how the dry weather could drain a homeowner's bank account.
"What we need to do is come out and actually excavate around the corner of the home," expert Andy Berreth said. "We need to get this home set back on stable soil."
There's no denying we're in the dog days of summer. However, some trees are starting to act like the seasons are changing.
The rain wasn't ideal for our weekend plans, but it provided some much-needed relief for our parched lawns and dry farm fields.
One of Minnesota's most recognizable landmarks is now unrecognizable, as drought conditions have dried the water from Minnehaha Falls.
Farmers say that the lack of rain has led to some crops being small, such as peppers.
Without significant rain in the forecast, Minnesota's drought conditions are likely to continue getting worse.
Without significant rain in the forecast, Minnesota's drought conditions are likely to continue getting worse.
Save big on appliances from Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, Frigidaire and more top brands now this Fourth of July.
A team at Brigham Young University looked at particulate matter for two years and found higher concentrations of metals like copper and barium left following fireworks displays.
Authorities in Moorhead are asking for help in finding a missing 19-year-old man. He's described as "having minimal life experience and a very small social network."
Another year of Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest means a lot of calories consumed. Here's the breakdown.
New data from the National Weather Service shows how accurate weather forecasting is depending on where you live in the U.S. For Minnesota, the seven-day forecast's accuracy rate tends to trail off after a couple of days.
A St. Paul man is accused of killing his girlfriend's estranged husband nearly a year after the husband allegedly shot the boyfriend in both legs.
A shooting in Minneapolis has left a man hurt and police say he might not make it.
Memories of last year have stayed with Gail Runge, who lives near Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis in a neighborhood where young people chaotically shot off fireworks toward people, homes and vehicles.
After a meeting at the White House Wednesday, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said President Biden is "fit for office" even as some fellow Democrats called for him to withdraw from the race amid concerns about his poor debate performance.
Two more people charged with conspiring to bribe a Minnesota juror with a bag of $120,000 in cash in exchange for the acquittal of defendants in one of the country's largest COVID-19-related fraud cases have pleaded not guilty.
Authorities in Moorhead are asking for help in finding a missing 19-year-old man. He's described as "having minimal life experience and a very small social network."
When Belgian immigrants settled in Ghent, they brought along rolle bolle — a sport that's sort of a cross between curling and lawn bowling — but you don't play with a ball, you play with a bolle.
A man suffered serious injuries Wednesday evening after being run over by a tractor in southern Minnesota.
After seeing a red sweep in 2016, all eyes are on Wisconsin ahead of the general election. Esme Murphy dives into why western Wisconsin votes are so critical for both President Biden and President Trump.
Pull up to a good parking spot in front of CentraCare Health in the town of Long Prairie and you'll notice what looks like a large bird house.
Police in Wisconsin say a driver in Eau Claire reported someone chasing them down before aggressively throwing cheese at their vehicle.
After seeing a red sweep in 2016, all eyes are on Wisconsin ahead of the general election. Esme Murphy dives into why western Wisconsin votes are so critical for both President Biden and President Trump.
An hour east of the Twin Cities in Baldwin, Wisconsin, some are starting their Fourth of July early and with a bang.
The six family members who died in a Wisconsin house fire were a former pastor, two of his daughters and three of his granddaughters, authorities and church officials said.
Abortion advocates stand an excellent chance of prevailing in both cases given the high court's liberal tilt and remarks a liberal justice made on the campaign trail about how she supports abortion rights.
Pull up to a good parking spot in front of CentraCare Health in the town of Long Prairie and you'll notice what looks like a large bird house.
Mae Knopik, 4, has an ultra-rare genetic mutation that affects only about 430 people in the entire world.
Driving through Appleton, one of the first things you may notice is there is no Main Street or First Avenue. That's because every road here is named after a fallen soldier.
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.
After a meeting at the White House Wednesday, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said President Biden is "fit for office" even as some fellow Democrats called for him to withdraw from the race amid concerns about his poor debate performance.
A 1998 settlement restricted the largest tobacco manufacturers' marketing of tobacco products and required annual payments to Minnesota.
After seeing a red sweep in 2016, all eyes are on Wisconsin ahead of the general election. Esme Murphy dives into why western Wisconsin votes are so critical for both President Biden and President Trump.
President Biden’s showing in the debate last week is widely panned by critics and people from within his own party.
After seeing a red sweep in 2016, all eyes are on Wisconsin ahead of the general election. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives into why western Wisconsin votes are so critical for both President Biden and President Trump.
Thursday marks the Fourth of July holiday, and if you need to run out for some last-minute supplies, WCCO has you covered.
Transportation experts predict record-breaking numbers for the Fourth of July holiday.
Starting Monday, Minnesotans will pay more for some large package deliveries thanks to a recent law change designed to raise more money to support road repairs.
Minnesota's fourth marijuana dispensary is now open just about an hour from the Twin Cities.
The application portal opened at 11 a.m., and at 11:19, the Minnesota Department of Revenue announced it had "received enough submissions to fill the applicant pool."
Police in Wisconsin say a driver in Eau Claire reported someone chasing them down before aggressively throwing cheese at their vehicle.
Police said the shooting stemmed from a personal dispute. All three children were listed in critical condition.
A St. Paul man is accused of killing his girlfriend's estranged husband nearly a year after the husband allegedly shot the boyfriend in both legs.
A shooting in Minneapolis has left a man hurt and police say he might not make it.
Two more people charged with conspiring to bribe a Minnesota juror with a bag of $120,000 in cash in exchange for the acquittal of defendants in one of the country's largest COVID-19-related fraud cases have pleaded not guilty.
A team at Brigham Young University looked at particulate matter for two years and found higher concentrations of metals like copper and barium left following fireworks displays.
Four Minneapolis beaches are closed ahead of the holiday weekend due to high levels of dangerous bacteria.
Pull up to a good parking spot in front of CentraCare Health in the town of Long Prairie and you'll notice what looks like a large bird house.
A case of H5 influenza, also known as bird flu or avian influenza, has been confirmed in a man who was working at a dairy farm in northeastern Colorado.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and other leaders on Wednesday will unveil a vending machine filled with free boxes of Narcan in an effort to combat the opioid crisis in the city.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo has set a new record and retained the women's division title.
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.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo has set a new record and retained the women's division title.
Carson Kelly hit a grand slam and Wenceel Pérez followed with a home run to back Keider Montero's first major league win as the Detroit Tigers beat the Minnesota Twins 9-2.
When Belgian immigrants settled in Ghent, they brought along rolle bolle — a sport that's sort of a cross between curling and lawn bowling — but you don't play with a ball, you play with a bolle.
Royce Lewis was placed on the 10-day injured list by the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday with a right adductor strain, the latest setback in the star infielder's young career, and called up prospect Brooks Lee in his place.
With three of the NBA's most expensive players on their roster — Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert — the Minnesota Timberwolves have little extra cash to spend in free agency.
After seeing a red sweep in 2016, all eyes are on Wisconsin ahead of the general election. Esme Murphy dives into why western Wisconsin votes are so critical for both President Biden and President Trump.
After seeing a red sweep in 2016, all eyes are on Wisconsin ahead of the general election. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives into why western Wisconsin votes are so critical for both President Biden and President Trump.
After seeing a red sweep in 2016, all eyes are on Wisconsin ahead of the general election. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives into why western Wisconsin votes are so critical for both President Biden and President Trump.
After seeing a red sweep in 2016, all eyes are on Wisconsin ahead of the general election. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives into why western Wisconsin votes are so critical for both President Biden and President Trump.
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.
When Belgian immigrants settled in Ghent, they brought along rolle bolle — a sport that's sort of a cross between curling and lawn bowling — but you don't play with a ball, you play with a bolle.
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.
Rainy weather could shut down fireworks shows on July 4 and that might spark people to ignite their own backyard performances. So what fireworks are legal in Minnesota? Good Question.
Stormwater drags nutrients like phosphorus into drains, which lead to lakes and streams hurting water quality. They can also create algae blooms. So how can you reduce runoff at home? There's a handful of options, some of which can be cost-free.
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.
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.
Storms are making their way east, bringing the threat of severe weather in southern Minnesota on Thursday night.
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.
New data from the National Weather Service shows how accurate weather forecasting is depending on where you live in the U.S. For Minnesota, the seven-day forecast's accuracy rate tends to trail off after a couple of days.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says that it's increasingly looking like a washout for the Fourth of July, in many parts of Minnesota.
Cookouts and fireworks may be a no-go this Fourth of July, with several rounds of rain and storms on tap for parts of Minnesota.
Storms are making their way east, bringing the threat of severe weather in southern Minnesota on Thursday night.
Some communities say the show must go on, as weather threatens to cancel some July 4th activities.
The outdoor basketball tournament will be in Brooklyn Park at North Hennepin Community College, explain Jen Durdahl-Johnson and Tamara Moore.
Starkey’s Chief Hearing Health Officer officer, Dr. Dave Fabry, talks about the dangers that fireworks shows can pose for your hearing.
Karen Bachman Thull from Bachman’s shares how to identify and control garden pests.