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4 hurt in crash on Highway 23
Authorities say a driver in a Mazda hit a Kia that was turning onto the highway.
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Authorities say a driver in a Mazda hit a Kia that was turning onto the highway.
The Minnesota State Patrol said at least one person died in a crash on a southwestern Minnesota highway Thursday morning.
The Minnesota State Patrol says if you feel the need to speed, you will get ticketed. One driver managed to take that to another level over the weekend.
An 11-year-old boy was critically hurt and four others were injured after a vehicle hit a semi-truck head-on near Paynesville Wednesday morning.
Approximately 70 to 100 homes were being evacuated in the area Friday morning.
A tanker truck filled with a hazardous chemical has crashed outside of a west-central Minnesota town, but has yet to prompt an evacuation.
A 19-month-old boy was killed Sunday afternoon in a crash near Cold Spring, authorities say.
Seven people have died in the last two years in accidents on Highway 23 in Foley, just east of St. Cloud.
A husband and wife who were hit and killed on a Kandiyohi County road following a crash Wednesday night. The Minnesota State Patrol says 71-year-old Glenyce Gulbranson was driving a Volvo station wagon that collided with a Chevy Impala at the intersection of Highway 23 and North Shore Drive near Spicer just before 7:30 p.m.
A 70-year-old driver was killed after they pulled out in front of a semi truck in Stearns County, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. The crash happened Thursday afternoon along County Road 67 at about 5:30 p.m.
A 23-year-old man was killed after rear-ending a dump truck in Stearns County late Monday afternoon. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the crash happened along Highway 23 near County Road 12 after 5:30 p.m.
One person is dead after colliding with a semi-truck, head-on in Yellow Medicine County Friday morning.
A St. Cloud man was arrested early Saturday after he led police on a high-speed chase in a stolen car. According to the Kandiyohi County Sheriff's Office, around 1:50 a.m. officers attempted to stop a 2006 Saturn as it entered the city of Spicer for driving at speeds greater than 70 mph on southbound Highway 23.
The State Patrol says a 91-year-old man died Saturday after a two-car crash in southwestern Minnesota.
At least one person is dead in a rollover crash Saturday in Marshall. The crash happened at about 11:04 a.m. on Highway 23 at Saratoga Street. The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating.
A motorcyclist from Rice is dead after a crash in Stearns County early Tuesday evening, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. The crash happened at about 6:48 p.m. on Highway 23 at County Road 123 in Paynesville.
An 8-year-old girl is in critical condition after the truck she was riding in was broadsided by a semi in Pine County. The girl's mother, who was driving the truck, and 11-year-old brother were also hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries.
Police in southwestern Minnesota were involved in a pursuit of two suspects in an assault case that ended just before the South Dakota border. According to the Yellow Medicine County Sheriff's Office, Devin Donald Hexum, 21, and Derek Michael Hexum, 19, were being pursued by police for over 45 minutes.
The young girl nearly hit by a semi truck that illegally passed a school bus late last week said she's still shaken up from the incident. Sixth grader Alexis Schwartz said she's trying to keep her mind off last Friday's incident. "The semi came out of nowhere, almost like, just scared the heck out of me," she said.
The semi-truck driver who almost hit a sixth grader while illegally passing a school bus last week made contact with law enforcement officials just hours after authorities asked the public to help find out who was behind the wheel.
The Minnesota State Patrol says they are investigating a fatal crash that happened near Milaca Tuesday morning. Few details were immediately available, but the crash happened along Highway 23 at 127th Avenue, about a mile to the west of the city's elementary and high schools.
Pine County authorities say a 12-year-old Good Samaritan discovered and helped a 1-year-old girl walking in the traffic lane of State Highway 23 on Wednesday in Sandstone, Minn.
The Minnesota Senate has passed a bill to rename a portion of State Highway 23 after slain Cold Spring police officer Tom Decker.
Light snow and gusty northwest winds have created dangerous driving conditions throughout west central Minnesota.
A Minnesota police officer killed in the line of duty could soon be remembered with a stretch of highway named in his honor.
Summer is roller coaster season in Minnesota. And there's one up north that provides a different kind of experience. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how pure gravity fuels the Timber Twister.
People already verified as social equity applicants can now apply for pre-approval for a cannabis business license.
Max Kepler's infield single drove in the winning run with one out in the ninth inning, giving the Minnesota Twins a series-clinching 5-4 win over Philadelphia Phillies.
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon tore his ACL during a drill in the first practice of training camp, according to a person with knowledge of the injury.
Police discovered 70-year-old Michael Riccio's remains inside a shed at a home on the northside last week, according to the Dakota County Attorney's Office.
People already verified as social equity applicants can now apply for pre-approval for a cannabis business license.
Police discovered 70-year-old Michael Riccio's remains inside a shed at a home on the northside last week, according to the Dakota County Attorney's Office.
The Free Palestine Coalition organized the protest to oppose the arrival of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He gave a speech before Congress earlier in the day, which Klobuchar attended.
Fewer Delta passengers are fighting to find a flight Wednesday. You can see the difference at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport as the carrier's CEO says the airline has largely recovered from the outsized impact it experienced from last week's CrowdStrike outage.
Nineteen years ago, Dan Zimmerman's life changed forever. A stroke left his outlook grim. Now, he is the founder of Spokes Fighting Strokes, a nonprofit spreading awareness about the benefits of adaptive cycling.
Summer is roller coaster season in Minnesota. And there's one up north that provides a different kind of experience. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how pure gravity fuels the Timber Twister.
Former Winnebago Mayor Scott Robertson and his son, Jacob Robertson, both pleaded guilty to an amended charge of third-degree misdemeanor possession of cannabis.
A man who held up traffic on Interstate 35 near Faribault for hours on Sunday had more than 40 pounds of meth in his vehicle, charging documents filed in Rice County allege.
A southwestern Minnesota man has pleaded guilty in connection with a fatal hit-and-run, the victim of which was a 76-year-old man.
The Minnesota State Fair will host a job fair on Wednesday with hopes of hiring numerous job seekers to fill various roles around the fairgrounds.
A scientist warns that the effects of climate change could ultimately drive Minnesota's state bird out of the state entirely.
The Dunn County Sheriff's Office says the crash happened around 10:46 a.m. at 710th Street and 240th Avenue in Spring Brook.
A group of farmers is changing how they use their land by working with nature to improve their animal's health, along with the soil and water.
A faculty committee has recommended that a former chancellor of the University of Wisconsin at La Crosse be removed from his tenured position over his involvement in adult entertainment.
"I was like, okay we got to do something about this. We have to write a story that actually talks about what it's like to have a disability and that you are just a normal person," said writer Katie Mettner.
City and community leaders in Minneapolis on Monday detailed an ordinance that they hope will reduce the amount of hazardous vacant buildings.
Lisa Ishchenko is in the U.S. for the first time – away from her family, away from her life as a medical student, away from the war that still makes itself known daily in her home country of Ukraine.
The Minnesota Vikings are sponsoring girls flag football leagues across the state in an effort to give everyone a chance to play the game.
Spike Moss spent decades fighting for his community, much of that time along Plymouth Avenue.
Veterans who had been living on the street now have a new home in St. Paul as part of the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans' effort to end homelessness.
An unprecedented race takes another dramatic turn as President Biden drops from the race and Vice President Kamala Harris seemingly sets in his place. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives deeper into the shifting race.
President Biden said it's been the privilege of his life to serve the country for over 50 years.
The Free Palestine Coalition organized the protest to oppose the arrival of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He gave a speech before Congress earlier in the day, which Klobuchar attended.
An unprecedented race takes another dramatic turn as President Biden drops from the race and Vice President Kamala Harris seemingly sets in his place. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives deeper into the shifting race.
An unprecedented race takes another dramatic turn as President Biden drops from the race and Vice President Kamala Harris seemingly sets in his place. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives deeper into the shifting race.
Fewer Delta passengers are fighting to find a flight Wednesday. You can see the difference at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport as the carrier's CEO says the airline has largely recovered from the outsized impact it experienced from last week's CrowdStrike outage.
As Delta Air Lines works to get back on track after it canceled hundreds of flights over the weekend, customers are left wondering how they can get reimbursed if they are left stranded at the airport.
A North Carolina woman is still trying to get home after last week's CrowdStrike outage waylaid her at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
The global Microsoft outage is causing mass flight cancellations and delays nationwide Friday, including at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Whether you plan to hit the water, savor the treats or maybe just stay indoors, Minnesotans are in for a hot summer weekend.
Police discovered 70-year-old Michael Riccio's remains inside a shed at a home on the northside last week, according to the Dakota County Attorney's Office.
Former Winnebago Mayor Scott Robertson and his son, Jacob Robertson, both pleaded guilty to an amended charge of third-degree misdemeanor possession of cannabis.
Chanessa Gipson, 35, entered the plea for one count of theft for taking a 3-year-old French Bulldog named Pablo from his home on the morning of May 9, 2023.
A man who held up traffic on Interstate 35 near Faribault for hours on Sunday had more than 40 pounds of meth in his vehicle, charging documents filed in Rice County allege.
A southwestern Minnesota man has pleaded guilty in connection with a fatal hit-and-run, the victim of which was a 76-year-old man.
Nineteen years ago, Dan Zimmerman's life changed forever. A stroke left his outlook grim. Now, he is the founder of Spokes Fighting Strokes, a nonprofit spreading awareness about the benefits of adaptive cycling.
Kids can find all sorts of things in the water, but it's what you can't see that can stick with swimmers once they get out.
Iowa's strict abortion law will take effect Monday, banning most abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy and before many women know they are pregnant.
It's the height of July and primetime in America for swimming, fishing and, in some cases, sunburns. This is the time of year when it's easy to get too much sun.
For two years, three simple numbers have helped countless people struggling with mental health: 988, the national suicide prevention lifeline abbreviated from its original 10 digits to three.
Charli XCX, George Clooney and Spike Lee are among the celebrities who say they are supporting Kamala Harris' campaign to become the first woman president of the United States.
Organizers were looking for a new location that had the infrastructure to host the festival and support its growth.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
From major floods to a major festival — work is underway to transform St. Paul's Harriet Island into an oasis for festivalgoers.
Minnesota's largest Black-sponsored festival will ring in its 42nd year this weekend with performances from two of hip hop's most legendary artists.
Max Kepler's infield single drove in the winning run with one out in the ninth inning, giving the Minnesota Twins a series-clinching 5-4 win over Philadelphia Phillies.
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon tore his ACL during a drill in the first practice of training camp, according to a person with knowledge of the injury.
The Minnesota Vikings have spent this offseason rebuilding their defense and solidifying their offense.
Nick Castellanos hit a two-run double to cap a three-run ninth inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 3-0.
One is already a winner on the PGA Tour, the other still an amateur. On Tuesday, Ben Warian and Erik Van Rooyen played a practice round together.
An unprecedented race takes another dramatic turn as President Biden drops from the race and Vice President Kamala Harris seemingly sets in his place. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives deeper into the shifting race.
An unprecedented race takes another dramatic turn as President Biden drops from the race and Vice President Kamala Harris seemingly sets in his place. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives deeper into the shifting race.
An unprecedented race takes another dramatic turn as President Biden drops from the race and Vice President Kamala Harris seemingly sets in his place. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives deeper into the shifting race.
An unprecedented race takes another dramatic turn as President Biden drops from the race and Vice President Kamala Harris seemingly sets in his place. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives deeper into the shifting race.
There has been so much attention on the developments with the presidential candidates that some local races have not gotten as much attention.
Summer is roller coaster season in Minnesota. And there's one up north that provides a different kind of experience. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how pure gravity fuels the Timber Twister.
Instead of watching old, classic cars leave the state, a museum in Wright County is trying to keep them around at the Veit Museum near Buffalo.
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.
Kids can find all sorts of things in the water, but it's what you can't see that can stick with swimmers once they get out.
It's the height of July and primetime in America for swimming, fishing and, in some cases, sunburns. This is the time of year when it's easy to get too much sun.
Energy drinks have been around since the 1940s, and in recent years, they've become all the buzz — especially with young people. But studies have shown they may not be as popular with our hearts.
The sounds of summer wouldn't be complete without the familiar tune of mosquitoes buzzing. But did you ever wonder: Why do mosquitoes buzz? Good Question.
The funny bone is anything but funny. So why does it hurt so bad when it gets hit? It turns out there's a "humerus" answer.
The Minnesota State Fair has announced its new offerings for 2024, and they include plenty of fried foods, plenty of dairy, and plenty of sweet corn. See the full roster of new items here.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow we should punch up into the low-80s with more sunshine.
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.
The dry streak rolls on as we continue to heat up over the next few days. Tomorrow's temperatures will hit the low 80's with lots of sunshine.
Our dry streak rolls on as we warm up each of the next few days.
It'll stay dry over the weekend but temps will warm up.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow we should punch up into the low-80s with more sunshine.
Summer is roller coaster season in Minnesota. And there’s one up north that provides a different kind of experience. In this week’s Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how pure gravity fuels the Timber Twister.
Six Olympic athletes are betting on a Minnesota company to help them win gold in Paris. Our Ubah Ali takes us to Hopkins where friends are working together to change the future of cycling.
Right now, Minnesotans are making historic moves. Starting Wednesday, they can apply to open some of the state's first legal weed dispensaries. Our David Schuman spoke with one applicant hoping she gets the green light.
The union, which keeps up the city parks, has been on strike since the Fourth of July.