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Teenage girl missing from Bigfork since Saturday found safe
Authorities in northern Minnesota are searching for a missing 16-year-old girl.
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Authorities in northern Minnesota are searching for a missing 16-year-old girl.
Health officials announced Monday that they have identified the source of a potentially deadly disease outbreak in northern Minnesota.
The Itasca County Sheriff's Office says an 85-year-old man suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's is missing and may be heading to Grand Rapids.
Authorities say a man from Canada died in a crash early Saturday afternoon in northern Minnesota.
The Iron County Sheriff's Office said a Wisconsin man who went missing Tuesday has been found safe.
A woman who claimed she was "burning a witch" when she set fire to a camper in Itasca County over the summer has pleaded guilty to murder and arson.
A 42-year-old woman is charged with murder after she claims she was "burning a witch" when she set a camper on fire in Itasca County.
A Minnesota sheriff's deputy died after battling COVID-19 for more than two weeks. Flags will be flown at half-staff in his honor.
Itasca County says there are no open beds for critical patients and nowhere to send those who need one.
The Itasca County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating a 48-year-old woman.
The Itasca County Sheriff's Office is requesting help from the public in locating a 16-year-old girl who hasn't been seen in over two days.
The suspects in the sting chatted with undercover agents and investigators on several websites advertising sex, and were arrested after agreeing to meet at arranged meeting places.
One driver is dead and another seriously injured following a head-on crash Sunday morning on Highway 169 in northern Minnesota.
A 29-year-old Cass Lake man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for killing a 4-year-old boy in Inger, Minnesota last year.
Minnesotans gathered to watch an annual rodeo in Itasca County last weekend. Now, the Minnesota Attorney General is suing the organizers as the State Health Department says someone at that rodeo had COVID-19.
A 60-year-old Hibbing man was killed in an ATV accident Saturday evening, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
Minnesota wildlife officials say three ruffed grouse in Itasca County have tested positive for a mosquito-borne virus.
The Itasca County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in finding a 17-year-old boy.
She faces up to 10 years in prison and/or a $20,000 fine if convicted.
A woman has died after being struck by a vehicle Saturday night in Itasca County.
The 16-year-old girl was pushing the stroller along Highway 65 in Itasca County Thursday afternoon when they were struck north of Nashwauk.
Power has been restored in Itasca County, the county's sheriff's office said. The public reported power outages to the Itasca County Sheriff's Office, the office said in a Facebook post Sunday morning.
Five children are in the hospital with minor injuries after a pickup truck collided with a school bus Wednesday morning.
Two teenagers were killed in a crash in Itasca County Saturday afternoon.
Authorities say officers responded Tuesday night to a stabbing report at Murphy Elementary School. They found a 15-year-old on the playground holding a knife. A 20-year-old Grand Rapids woman was on the ground next to him, unconscious with a stab wound to her abdomen.
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.
Add some mood lighting to your home with these fun Govee smart lights that you can save on right now.
These monitors are perfect for on-the-go work or play.
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.
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.
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.
A controversial real estate project in the north metro has been dealt a setback.
A Minneapolis cat's nine lives were put to the test after a terrifying, 12-story fall.
The Anoka Police Department says it received a report of a shooting shortly after 5 p.m. in the area of Sixth Avenue North and Jackson Street.
Mae Knopik, 4, has an ultra-rare genetic mutation that affects only about 430 people in the entire world.
Duluth has a thriving outdoor community. It's home to a multitude of breweries and other craft industries, and it fosters a vibrant art and music scene. The city somehow also caters to history buffs, foodies and families.
You might be thinking of spending time outdoors this holiday weekend, but there's a warning from state officials about the impact of flooding.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday got a first-hand look at the site of disastrous flooding in southern Minnesota, which partially damaged a dam and led to the destruction of at least two historic buildings.
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.
Officials in Waterville say they are still in emergency mode, as the small town grapples with historic flooding.
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.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office says a crash involving two vehicles occurred on Highway 63 north of 50th Avenue around 11:36 a.m.
Investigators in Wisconsin are probing how a house began fire that left six people dead.
Authorities in western Wisconsin say a man died trying to save his grandchild from drowning on Saturday.
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.
It's not the 911 call St. Louis Park police officer Maddie Turnquist expected on a night shift a few weeks ago.
Following debate, age factors in, and race shifts in Trump's direction after the first 2024 presidential debate.
Justice Juan Merchan set a new sentencing date of Sept. 18, "if such is still necessary."
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.
The first Democratic lawmakers called on Biden to drop out of the race after his rocky debate performance last week.
The bill will require the social media companies to report to law enforcement when drug dealers are selling on their platforms.
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."
Dale Wills, CEO of Centra Companies, says affordable homes in and around the metro are often bought before they're finished being built.
The Anoka Police Department says it received a report of a shooting shortly after 5 p.m. in the area of Sixth Avenue North and Jackson Street.
In the past five years, federal prosecutors charged more than 450 felon in possession cases.
A former small-town Iowa police chief has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for lying to authorities to acquire machine guns that prosecutors say he sold for his own profit.
Dakota County Attorney Kathy Keena says Burnsville officers were justified in using deadly force after Shannon Gooden opened fire, killing three first responders on the morning of Feb. 18.
The 24-year-old suspect is charged with second-degree murder for the death of 22-year-old Ahmed Ibrahim Cariif, according to a complaint filed in Dakota County on Tuesday.
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.
Mae Knopik, 4, has an ultra-rare genetic mutation that affects only about 430 people in the entire world.
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.
FDA approval of the new Alzheimer's treatment, which will be branded as Kisunla, follows years of setbacks.
The legislation is an effort to curb the opioid epidemic, especially among young people.
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."
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.
Manny Margot and Carlos Correa went deep to keep Minnesota's club-record home run streak going at 20 straight games, and the Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 5-3 on Tuesday night.
Minnesota Lynx announced Tuesday that Head Coach Cheryl Reeve was named WNBA's Coach of the Month and two of its players were named 2024 WNBA All-Stars.
Jonquel Jones had 21 points and 12 rebounds, and New York used stellar defense in the fourth quarter to beat the Minnesota Lynx 76-67.
Minessota picked up right where it left off in last year's playoffs and the Lynx are one of the top teams in the WNBA.
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.
Early voting is already underway for Minnesota's Aug. 13 primary. 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. Omar almost lost to Samuels last time. Esme Murphy reports on the race in Talking Points.
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.
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.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says Wednesday looks golden, but many subsequent days in the extended forecast have at least a chance for showers or storms.
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 clouds will clear out and warmer air will move in on Wednesday in the Twin Cities. Unfortunately for any planned outdoor celebrations, the Fourth of July forecast is much wetter.
The clouds will clear out and warmer air will move in on Wednesday in the Twin Cities. Unfortunately for any planned outdoor celebrations, the Fourth of July forecast is much wetter.
The forecast looks clear for Wednesday. Unfortunately, there's rain on the way for the Fourth of July holiday.
Katie Welch Len, the Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, shares some hot buys for the patio season.
Andy Lindus, of Lindus Construction, shares some tips that homeowners can use to make sure they don't end up underwater.
Studies show that the summer months off often result in the loss of some of the knowledge learned during the prior school year.
There are actually quite a few more than 10,000 lakes in Minnesota, which means there are plenty of hidden gems out there.
Calling it "a small port city with an even smaller-town feel, nestled in the northern woods of the state," CNN praised Duluth's "thriving outdoor community," and pointed out that it "fosters a vibrant art and music scene. The city somehow also caters to history buffs, foodies and families."