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1st of 9 defendants charged in Minnesota's largest fentanyl bust pleads guilty to conspiracy
A 24-year-old man pleaded guilty on Tuesday for his role in a drug trafficking operation that led to the largest fentanyl bust in Minnesota history.
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A 24-year-old man pleaded guilty on Tuesday for his role in a drug trafficking operation that led to the largest fentanyl bust in Minnesota history.
The man responsible for a Minnesota teen's fentanyl overdose death will be sentenced on Friday.
A little girl is dead and police think fentanyl fueled the tragedy. Officers say they tried everything, even giving her Narcan, but the 2-year-old didn't survive.
Police are investigating after they say a toddler fatally overdosed on Tuesday evening at an emergency homeless shelter near downtown Minneapolis.
A man accused of killing two men inside a St. Paul sober living residence in 2022 is expected to enter a plea on Friday.
The DEA took about 2.5 million lethal doses of fentanyl off Minnesota streets last year alone. Despite that eye-popping number, it's not enough.
One pill can kill is the message federal and state partners stressed as illicit fentanyl continues to circulate.
Police in southern Minnesota arrested multiple people Saturday after finding thousands of pills containing fentanyl.
A Bloomington man has been sentenced to nearly six months in jail for his role in the overdose death of a 15-year-old West St. Paul girl two years ago.
Fentanyl overdoses have skyrocketed across the country and in Minnesota, but community organizers are trying to prevent them from happening.
Fentanyl overdoses have skyrocketed across the country and here in Minnesota. But community organizers are trying to prevent them from happening.
Shauntaija Jannell Travis was sentenced Friday to 36 months, with credit for 292 days served for the second-degree manslaughter of her 7-year-old daughter.
A central Minnesota man is charged with drug possession after a task force allegedly found fentanyl, methamphetamine and cocaine while searching his St. Cloud home.
The mother of a 3-year-old boy who died of a fentanyl overdose in 2020 was sentenced Wednesday to four years probation.
Gov. Tim Walz says the opioid crisis that's developed in the last half dozen years is tragic and unprecedented, and he says in order for real work to be accomplished on this issue, it needs to be addressed as a public health crisis.
A drug and gang task force in central Minnesota says a 39-year-old man is in custody after a police pursuit last week.
Kids across the country have overdosed on deadly drugs bought on social media, like Snapchat. Others have committed suicide after being blackmailed with their most private photos. Parents and lawmakers today wanted to know, what are these tech companies going to do about it?
Authorities are investigating after a 17-year-old girl died from a fentanyl overdose days before the new year.
Dex Carvey, the son of "Saturday Night Live" alum Dana Carvey, died from an accidental drug overdose, including fentanyl, ketamine and cocaine, the medical examiner said.
Fentanyl is now the leading killer of adults under 45.
A St. Paul mother who previously pleaded not guilty to felony charges after her 7-year-old daughter died of a fentanyl overdose has changed her plea.
Six people have been charged in a drug trafficking conspiracy that turned up over 280,000 fentanyl pills.
Court documents say the six conspired to distribute fentanyl across Minnesota between August and December 2022.
A St. Paul man is facing up to 40 years in prison after police say they caught him with nearly 1800 fentanyl pills in a Minneapolis park.
Minneapolis Park Police on Thursday will discuss charges filed after the recovery of over 1,700 pills containing fentanyl. Watch an extended cut of a press conference discussing the incident.
Washington County declared a state of emergency on Friday as flooding in Bayport, MN and Hudson, WI reached moderate levels.
As hundreds of thousands of people make their way to Minneapolis' Loring Park this weekend to celebrate Twin Cities Pride, organizers say they've got a mix of emotions on their hearts.
A man was shot and killed in the parking lot of an Amazon fulfillment center in Lakeville Saturday morning.
Harriet Island in St. Paul is still deep underwater as the Mississippi River is expected to crest Saturday evening.
Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Minneapolis on Friday night.
As hundreds of thousands of people make their way to Minneapolis' Loring Park this weekend to celebrate Twin Cities Pride, organizers say they've got a mix of emotions on their hearts.
A man was shot and killed in the parking lot of an Amazon fulfillment center in Lakeville Saturday morning.
Liara Tsai's friends are choosing to remember her not by the way she died, but the way she lived.
After four and a half decades, WCCO is saying goodbye and good luck to a longtime photojournalist.
Local leaders have argued when clearing large homeless encampments in Minneapolis in the past that they pose public health and safety risks.
Washington County has declared a state of emergency as rising flood waters of the St. Croix River threaten the historic city of Stillwater.
The National Weather Service predicts the river will reach nearly 21 feet before water levels drop. Meanwhile, floodwaters have taken over the area around Harriet Island, where nearly a dozen summertime events have been canceled.
Two people were found dead in what police believe to be a homicide and suicide in Rochester.
As major rivers in Minnesota continue to rise into the weekend, Gov. Tim Walz and a top official with the Federal Emergency Management Agency provided an update on the flooding outlook Friday.
A state oversight board has reprimanded a Minnesota judge who declared unconstitutional a new state law restoring voting rights for people with felonies.
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.
The city of River Falls is more colorful than it's ever been.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court will hear a challenge to Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' partial veto locking in a school funding increase for the next 400 years.
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.
When Becky and Scott DeGroot toe the line at Saturday's Grandma's Marathon, they fully anticipate the emotions of the last three years to finally hit them.
Local leaders have argued when clearing large homeless encampments in Minneapolis in the past that they pose public health and safety risks.
Former President Donald Trump addressed a rally in Chesapeake, Virginia, a day after his first 2024 debate with President Biden.
The Supreme Court overruled a 40-year-old decision that said federal courts should defer to agencies in certain cases. Here's what it means.
The Supreme Court's order clears the way for Steve Bannon to report to prison by July 1 to begin serving a four-month sentence.
"I don't debate as well as I used to," President Biden admitted Friday. "But I know what I do know — I know how to tell the truth."
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.
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.
Liara Tsai's friends are choosing to remember her not by the way she died, but the way she lived.
A St. Paul man was sentenced to 60 months in prison in connection to a grocery store parking lot shootout that injured a teenage girl in March.
A St. Paul man was sentenced to more than 21 years for murdering his wife in 2021.
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."
In last summer's Olympics, Simone Biles withdrew from the women's team finals for mental health challenges. That's a common battle for athletes, especially competing at the highest level.
Shane Wiskus graduated from Mound Westonka High School and the University of Minnesota, where he won an NCAA championship. Then, last cycle, he made the Olympic team for the Tokyo Summer Games.
Byron Buxton had a three-run homer among his three hits and the Minnesota Twins beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 13-6.
The lawsuit against the NFL covered 2.4 million residential subscribers and 48,000 businesses who paid for the "Sunday Ticket" package of out-of-market games.
Arike Ogunbowale had 23 points, five 3-pointers and nine assists, veteran guard Odyssey Sims added 18 points in her season debut and the Dallas Wings snapped an 11-game losing streak with a 94-88 victory over the Minnesota Lynx.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Washington County declared a state of emergency on Friday as flooding in Bayport, MN and Hudson, WI reached moderate levels.
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.
Harriet Island in St. Paul is still deep underwater as the Mississippi River is expected to crest Saturday evening.
The sun is making its return in what will be the first dry weekend since early May.
It's the first dry weekend since early May, and temps will be slightly cool compared to the average.
We have below average temps for the next few days. Overnight we could see temperatures as cool as the 50s. Riley O'Conner shares more.
Some in Bayport and Hudson think the current flooding is the worst they've ever dealt with. Other say it's nothing new. Jason Rantala shares what people in the area think.
We finally have some sunshine today. But the wind has picked up. We remain dry through Sunday but with temps that are below average during the day. Riley O'Conner explains more.
Pride weekend is in full swing in downtown Minneapolis, but while attendees are celebrating their authentic self, they are also reflecting on some recent heartache.
Derek James updates on a shooting in Lakeville, a shooting in Minneapolis and the state of flooding in St. Paul