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Man Who Allegedly Police On High-Speed Boat Chase Charged

A Twin Cities father accused of leading police on a boat chase with a baby in tow has been charged Monday. Thirty-three-year-old Ryan Krueger, of Mound, was charged with one count each of fleeing a police officer, terroristic threats or reckless disregard, child endangerment and operating a motorboat under the influence of alcohol. According to authorities, around 8:30 p.m. on the Fourth of July, Krueger led police on a high-speed boat chase on Lake Minnetonka.

Jul 7, 2014

Lakeside Businesses Feel Effects Of No Wake Rule

Water levels around the metro are finally beginning to drop, but boat traffic is still slow on Lake Minnetonka. The "no wake" rule has been in effect for weeks, including the Fourth of July weekend. It's often the busiest weekend of the year for businesses along the lake, but "no wake" means less business to go around.

Jul 5, 2014

Man Allegedly Leads Police On High-Speed Boat Chase On Lake Minnetonka

Boaters captured a high speed chase on Lake Minnetonka over the Fourth of July. Authorities were called to the lake on a domestic dispute. The driver, 33-year-old Ryan Krueger sped away The chase lasted roughly five minutes and no one was hurt. With a lakefront home, Doug Ellefson and his family have watched the 4th of July lake traffic for the last eight years. But, this holiday brought a first.

Jul 5, 2014

Busy Moms Finding Zen On Paddleboards

You've likely seen paddleboards gliding across Lake Minnetonka or Lake Calhoun, and maybe you've even given it a try yourself. But if you still have yet to try out your stand-up paddleboarding legs, this summer may be the time to do it.

Jul 5, 2014

Authorities: Patrol Chases Boat For 5 Minutes On Lake Minnetonka

Authorities say they chased man on Lake Minnetonka Friday night after trying to stop him for an alleged domestic incident. The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office says deputies got a report of a domestic incident on a boat just before 9 p.m. A Sheriff's Water Patrol boat then found the suspect, Ryan David Krueger, on Lake Minnetonka and tried to get him to stop his 17-foot runabout. That's when Krueger took off across the lake.

Jul 4, 2014

'Purple Rain's Tracks Ranked From Worst To Best

The blockbuster Purple Rain album — a 20 million unit monster — was released on June 25, 1984.

Jun 25, 2014

On Lake Minnetonka, Business Is As Slow As The Boats

High water continues to keep boat traffic to a crawl on Lake Minnetonka. For the past couple of weeks, a lake-wide no wake order has stayed in effect.

Jun 23, 2014

Minnetonka Power Squadron Gives 'Hope Kids' A Special Day

As kids step from the boats and onto the docks at Big Island, a day of fun and pleasure awaits each one of them. As parents of special needs children will tell you, the health challenges of one child affect the entire family. Nobody knows that better than Stacy McAllister.

Jun 20, 2014

Flood Water Should Be Considered Contaminated, Officials Say

Thursday was a long day for some people living near Minnehaha Creek. In St. Louis Park, some homes were surrounded by more than a thousand sandbags.

Jun 19, 2014

Minnehaha Creek At Highest-Recorded Level

Communities along the Minnehaha Creek faced flooded yards and streets Thursday. The 22 mile-long creek, which connects Lake Minnetonka and Minnehaha Falls, reached the highest water levels ever recorded Thursday morning. People in the St. Louis Park Creekside neighborhood are helping each other stack sandbags.

Jun 19, 2014

No Wake Restriction Hurting Businesses On Lake Minnetonka

The rising waters are causing trouble on Lake Minnetonka. The no wake restriction has been in effect for almost two weeks. The water is so high boats aren't allowed to open up on the lake.

Jun 18, 2014

Winds Capsize Sailboats During Lake Minnetonka Race

Almost a dozen sailboats capsized on Lake Minnetonka Saturday morning during a regatta. There were between 30-40 sailboats taking part in a weekend sailboat race near Smith Bay and Browns Bay when wind gusts reaching 50-60 mph began to wreak havoc on boaters.

Jun 14, 2014

Ramsey Co. Historical Society Wants People To Document Green Line

The Green Line opening is just the newest chapter in the rich, storied history of University Avenue. Minneapolis and St. Paul were connected in 1890 with the creation of the street car system, according to Chad Roberts with the Ramsey County Historic Society.

Jun 14, 2014

Minimum Wake Restriction Still In Effect On Lake Minnetonka

Boaters and other lake goers are still being asked to go slow on Lake Minnetonka. On June 5, the Lake Minnetonka Conservation District implemented an "Emergency High Water" declaration, during which it is against the law for any watercraft to go at a speed that would result in more than a minimum wake.

Jun 13, 2014

Lake Minnetonka, Dutch Lake Cleared For Swimmers

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has lifted the swimming advisory on Lake Minnetonka and Dutch Lake. Residents of the city of Mound were warned to stay out of both lakes at the beginning of the month when heavy rains caused sewage water to be rerouted into drains.

Jun 13, 2014

Slow Down On Lake Minnetonka Or Face A $178 Fine

Go slow or get an expensive citation -- that's the message from the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office Water Patrol. This is the first time Lake Minnetonka has ever had a minimum wake restriction on the entire lake. Deputies are on the water to educate and enforce the restriction.

Jun 6, 2014

Vikings Still Value Greenway Even If End Is Near

Chad Greenway did his best Superman impression this week. For his next feat, Greenway could further endear himself to new Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer by figuring out how to clone himself.

Jun 5, 2014

Minimum Wake Restriction In Place For Lake Minnetonka

Due to high waters, officials are enforcing a minimum wake restriction for all of Lake Minnetonka. That means boats, jetskis and other watercrafts cannot go above 5 mph while the restriction is in place.

Jun 5, 2014

Some Mound Residents Deal With Unpleasant Sewer Backups

The Twin Cities metro area was hit by so much rain over the weekend, the City of Mound is worried that sewage could back up into about 1,000 homes. So to try to keep that from happening, the city is pumping untreated sewage onto land.

Jun 2, 2014

Water Level, Debris Make Minnehaha Creek Unsafe For Paddlers

You may have to change your Memorial Day weekend plans if they include canoeing or kayaking down Minnehaha Creek. The recent rain caused high levels on Lake Minnetonka. As a result, water is being released into the creek to lower it. The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District warns the release is causing unsafe conditions.

May 23, 2014

Henn. Co. Sheriff: Practice Safe Boating On Memorial Day Weekend

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is urging boaters to create a safety plan before hitting the waters this Memorial Day weekend. With a High Water Declaration in effect for Lake Minnetonka, Sheriff Rich Stanek says boaters need to manage their wakes properly, as well as have the necessary safety gear in place.

May 20, 2014

DNR Wants Boaters To 'Think Zero' Heading Into Memorial Day

We're heading towards Memorial Day weekend and coming with it is sun and warmer temperatures. It's got boaters and anglers looking forward to getting out on the boat. It also makes for the perfect time for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to remind people about boat safety and to "Think Zero."

May 20, 2014

Minnesotans Get Out On The Water For Fishing Opener

Nearly a half million people are out on Minnesota's lakes this weekend for the state fishing opener. Governor Dayton was in the Brainerd Lakes area, trying his luck on Gull Lake. The governor was among thousands of Minnesotans who got out on the water at the stroke of midnight.

May 10, 2014

Popular Twin Cities Lakes Get Mixed Report Card

An annual report card gives mixed grades to some of the most popular Twin Cities lakes. The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District sprawls over 181 square miles from the far western suburbs to the Mississippi River.

May 9, 2014

Love Getting On The Water, But Hate Owning A Boat? Consider This

Not only is Minnesota the Land of 10,000 Lakes, we're also home to the second-highest number of registered boats in the nation. Only Florida has more motorboats registered than the 540,000 cruising our waterways. But there's a new trend that's getting even more families on the waters.

May 5, 2014

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Faribault standoff shuts down Interstate 35 in both directions

A standoff with an allegedly armed suspect in southern Minnesota shut down traffic on Interstate 35 for hours Sunday afternoon.

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U of M helping train medical student to assist in war in Ukraine

Ukrainian medical student training with U of M to bring help back to home country

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.

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Senate Democrats Hold News Conference To Discuss Border Act

Republicans taking unusual route in race against Sen. Amy Klobuchar

There has been so much attention on the developments with the presidential candidates that some local races have not gotten as much attention.

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President Biden Speaks Following Briefing From Homeland Security And Law Enforcement Officials

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Biden's decision to drop out upends presidential race

President Biden announced Sunday he is dropping his reelection bid in the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.

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Blaine daycare workers charged in child abuse investigation

Children's Hospital reported that a 5-month-old child had unexplained bruising and they believed the abuse occurred at Small World Daycare Center in Blaine.

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Ukrainian medical student training with U of M to bring help back to home country

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Blaine daycare workers charged in child abuse investigation

Children's Hospital reported that a 5-month-old child had unexplained bruising and they believed the abuse occurred at Small World Daycare Center in Blaine.

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Minneapolis park workers on strike attend Minnehaha Art Fair to have more meaningful interactions

Rain didn't slow down the crowds at Minnehaha Regional Park on Sunday for the Minnehaha Art Fair, which provided a unique opportunity for LiUNA Local 363 members to share their fight through a more intimate interaction with people in attendance.

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Minnesota officials react to President Biden's decision to step down from reelection bid

Top leaders from Minnesota are reacting to President Biden's decision to step down from his reelection bid.

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Police evacuate neighbors while responding to a domestic assault in Burnsville

The Burnsville Police Department has evacuated numerous neighbors near the 12600 block of Chowen Bend after being called to a residence for a domestic assault.

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Faribault standoff shuts down Interstate 35 in both directions

A standoff with an allegedly armed suspect in southern Minnesota shut down traffic on Interstate 35 for hours Sunday afternoon.

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Minnesota officials react to President Biden's decision to step down from reelection bid

Top leaders from Minnesota are reacting to President Biden's decision to step down from his reelection bid.

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Park, splash pad in Sauk Rapids closed due to death investigation

The Sauk Rapids Police Department says it responded to a report of a dead man in Lions Park shortly before 7 a.m.

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BNSF train carrying consumer goods derails near Big Lake

The train, which was carrying consumer goods, derailed around 3:15 a.m.

Jul 20

Some Minnesota credit unions impacted by Microsoft outage

Anyone who called Blaze Credit Union heard a recorded message saying they're experiencing issued related to the outage.

Jul 19

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Sheriff: Man ran stop sign, had not been wearing seat belt in deadly Wisconsin crash

The Dunn County Sheriff's Office says the crash happened around 10:46 a.m. at 710th Street and 240th Avenue in Spring Brook.

Jul 18

Wisconsin mother-daughter farming duo using regenerative agriculture to improve land, cattle health

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.

Jul 17

Panel recommends removing ex-chancellor from Wisconsin college faculty post for making porn videos

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.

Jul 15

Wisconsin writer pens novels featuring characters with disabilities

"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.

Jul 11

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Charlie Berens brings Wisconsin-based comedy on the road with Good Old Fashioned Tour

There may be no better cultural ambassador for Wisconsin than Charlie Berens.

Jul 10

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Ukrainian medical student training with U of M to bring help back to home country

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Girls flag football is gaining traction in Minnesota, thanks in part to the Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings are sponsoring girls flag football leagues across the state in an effort to give everyone a chance to play the game.

Jul 18

Portion of Plymouth Avenue to be renamed to "Spike Moss Way," honoring civil rights activist

Spike Moss spent decades fighting for his community, much of that time along Plymouth Avenue.

Jul 13

MACV unveils Arlington House, with 10 units for veterans experiencing homelessness

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.

Jul 9

Judy Garland Museum fundraises to get stolen ruby slippers back on display permanently

On the museum's website, a banner reads: "There's no place like home. Donate to keep the ruby slippers where they belong."

Jul 8

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Republicans taking unusual route in race against Sen. Amy Klobuchar

There has been so much attention on the developments with the presidential candidates that some local races have not gotten as much attention.

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Biden's decision to drop out upends presidential race

President Biden announced Sunday he is dropping his reelection bid in the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.

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Republicans take unusual journey in race against Sen. Amy Klobuchar

There has been so much attention on the developments in the presidential candidates that some local races have not gotten as much attention. Sen. Amy Klobuchar is running for her fourth term in the US Senate. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the unusual journey Republicans are taking to find the opponent to run against her.

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Donald Trump And J.D. Vance Hold First Joint Campaign Rally After The RNC

Trump says he thinks Harris is "no better" than Biden in 2024 matchup

President Biden on Sunday announced he is not running for reelection and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the nomination.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar, other members of "The Squad" endorse Kamala Harris for president

Key progressive and member of "The Squad" Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar endorsed Kamala Harris for president on Sunday after President Biden announced he was dropping out of the 2024 presidential race.

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MSP Airport flights, Metro Transit and some government agencies affected by global Microsoft outage

The global Microsoft outage is causing mass flight cancellations and delays nationwide Friday, including at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.

Jul 19

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How to use your AC efficiently during hot summer days

Whether you plan to hit the water, savor the treats or maybe just stay indoors, Minnesotans are in for a hot summer weekend.

Jul 15

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Maple Grove woman says she was dropped by insurance company due to make, model of car

A 2019 blue Hyundai Elantra has given Erin Walters the freedom to travel across the country. That all changed a week ago after she tried renewing her car insurance with State Farm and was denied.

Jul 14

Minnesota is ranked 6th in the nation for business, a new study finds

A recent study shows that Minnesota is ranked sixth in the nation for business, with high marks coming from areas judging the state's competitiveness, workforce, infrastructure, economy, quality of life and business friendliness.

Jul 12

Minnesota TikTok stars speak out against potential ban

TikTok chose to do its media presentation in the Twin Cities at Glam Doll Donuts in south MInneapolis. Among the presenters were two local women who are thriving on the platform.

Jul 12

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Faribault standoff shuts down Interstate 35 in both directions

A standoff with an allegedly armed suspect in southern Minnesota shut down traffic on Interstate 35 for hours Sunday afternoon.

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Blaine daycare workers charged in child abuse investigation

Children's Hospital reported that a 5-month-old child had unexplained bruising and they believed the abuse occurred at Small World Daycare Center in Blaine.

6H ago

Park, splash pad in Sauk Rapids closed due to death investigation

The Sauk Rapids Police Department says it responded to a report of a dead man in Lions Park shortly before 7 a.m.

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Police evacuate neighbors while responding to a domestic assault in Burnsville

The Burnsville Police Department has evacuated numerous neighbors near the 12600 block of Chowen Bend after being called to a residence for a domestic assault.

Jul 20

16-year-old girl injured in Minneapolis shooting Friday evening

Minneapolis police say the shooting happened on the 1300 block of Lake Street West around 11:30 p.m.

Jul 20

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Two years after launching, 988 capacity continues to expand in Minnesota

For two years, three simple numbers have an impact on countless people struggling with mental health.

Jul 19

Anti-abortion group appeals South Dakota ruling that dismissed its lawsuit over ballot initiative

An anti-abortion group in South Dakota is appealing a judge's dismissal of its lawsuit to remove an abortion rights initiative from the November ballot.

Jul 19

Minnesota hospitals, medical systems impacted by CrowdStrike software outage

Minnesota health care systems are working to recover after a technical outage overnight caused Microsoft systems to go down globally.

Jul 19

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Do energy drinks cause heart issues?

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.

Jul 18

Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation celebrates 75 years in Minnesota

Across three-quarters of a century, the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation has treated hundreds of thousands of people with addiction.

Jul 19

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2024 Sundance Film Festival - General Atmosphere

Minneapolis out of the running to host Sundance Film Festival

Organizers were looking for a new location that had the infrastructure to host the festival and support its growth.

Jul 19

2016 Creative Arts Emmy Awards - Day 1 - Arrivals

Bob Newhart, star of "The Bob Newhart Show," dies at age 94

Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.

Jul 18

Crews work to transform Harriet Island for Minnesota Yacht Club Festival

From major floods to a major festival — work is underway to transform St. Paul's Harriet Island into an oasis for festivalgoers.

Jul 17

MC Lyte, Rakim to headline St. Paul's 2024 Rondo Days celebration

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.

Jul 17

The 58th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards - Awards Table

Here are the full 2024 Emmy nominations, topped by "Shogun," "The Bear"

Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.

Jul 17

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St. Paul native, Twins alum Joe Mauer inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame

Adrian Beltré, Joe Mauer, Todd Helton and Jim Leyland have been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

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Rhys Hoskins' go-ahead homer in 8th lifts Brewers over Twins, 8-7

Rhys Hoskins hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth inning and rookie Jackson Chourio homered and drove in three runs to lift the Milwaukee Brewers to a two-game sweep of the Minnesota Twins with an 8-7 win at Target Field.

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Ortiz provides late spark, Brewers score 5 runs in 12th inning to outlast Twins 8-4

Joey Ortiz hit the go-ahead sacrifice fly in the 12th inning after hustling home for the go-ahead run in the 11th to give the Milwaukee Brewers a spark out of the All-Star break in an 8-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins.

Jul 20

Minnesota United snaps nine-match winless streak with 2-0 victory over Earthquakes

Minnesota United used a first-half own goal and a second-half score by Bongokuhle Hlongwane to snap a nine-match winless streak with a 2-0 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes.

Jul 20

Minnesota Vikings, first-round QB J.J. McCarthy reportedly agree to 4-year contract

Minnesota Vikings' presumed quarterback of the future, J.J. McCarthy, is reportedly signing a four-year contract with the team.

Jul 19

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Talking Points

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Republicans taking unusual route in race against Sen. Amy Klobuchar

There has been so much attention on the developments with the presidential candidates that some local races have not gotten as much attention.

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Republicans take unusual journey in race against Sen. Amy Klobuchar

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Could traditionally blue Minnesota be within Trump's reach?

A presidential race like no other seems like a farfetched fiction novel after the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy explores the future of the race amid calls for unity and Trump's gaining momentum in Democratic stronghold states.

Jul 17

Could traditionally blue Minnesota be within Trump's reach? (part 3)

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Classic car museum near Buffalo keeps pieces of history out of the junkyard

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.

Jul 10

This unique sport keeps a small Minnesota town connected

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.

Jul 3

How a northern Minnesota town became known as the "Home of Bigfoot"

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.

Jun 27

Knapp's Cave in Scandia isn't just a beautiful kayaking spot — it has a rich history too

Native Americans, Swedish immigrants and even cattle thieves have all taken shelter in a little spot along the St. Croix River.

May 29

A reptile zoo in southeastern Minnesota celebrates 15 years of captivating visitors

Claws, scales, teeth and tails: There's a place in Medford where alligators and snakes have taken over.

May 23

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Do energy drinks cause heart issues?

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.

Jul 18

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Why do mosquitoes buzz?

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.

Jul 17

Why does it hurt so much to hit your funny bone?

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.

Jul 15

When is the best time to work out?

It's an age-old question that's been studied for years: When is the best time to exercise? Good Question.

Jul 11

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How can you gain more confidence for DIY projects?

Summer projects around the house are a staple of the season. Figuring out which ones to tackle yourself versus hiring a professional can be tough for beginners.

Jul 9

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New food, drinks and vendors for 2024 Minnesota State Fair

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.

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Gallery: Twin Cities Pride celebrates 50 years

Thousands lined the streets of Hennepin Avenue on Sunday for the Twin Cities Pride Parade.

Jun 30
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Storms roll through Minnesota Wednesday, bringing damage to some areas

Many Minnesotans will be cleaning up Thursday from a storm system that brought sizable hail, heavy winds and possible tornado touchdowns.

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Your photos of the northern lights in Minnesota: May 10, 2024

Minnesotans were delighted by an otherworldly light show Friday night that was on a level the state hadn't seen in nearly two decades.

May 11
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Double rainbow over Minnesota: April 11, 2024

Many Minnesotans were treated to a stunning double rainbow on Thursday.

Apr 12
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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report for Minnesota on July 21, 2024

WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says we will stay in the 80s this week before heating up for the weekend.

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What is Next Weather?

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.

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NEXT Weather: 5:30 p.m. report for Minnesota on July 21, 2024

WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says there will be scattered storms again this evening but they should die out after sunset.

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NEXT Weather: 11 a.m. report for Minnesota from July 21, 2024

Sunday will bring a chance for isolated storms in the Twin Cities, and the next couple of days look to stay unsettled.

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Flash flood warning in effect Sunday as isolated storms drench Twin Cities

Sunday will bring a chance for isolated storms in the Twin Cities, and the next couple of days look to stay unsettled.

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Latest Videos

U of M helping train medical student to assist in war in Ukraine

The University of Minnesota is helping train a Ukrainian medical student so she can go back to her country and assist in the war effort. David Schuman introduces us to her, and the Minnetonka doctor who met her through his own medical work in Ukraine.

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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report for Minnesota on July 21, 2024

WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says we will stay in the 80s this week before heating up for the weekend.

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Republicans take unusual journey in race against Sen. Amy Klobuchar

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What's next as Minneapolis park workers continue to strike

The Minneapolis park workers have been striking longer than anyone expected, including the workers themselves. Sunday marks day 18 of the strike, after union members overwhelmingly voted down the park board’s most recent offer on Friday.

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I-35 in southern Minnesota temporarily closes

Interstate 35 near Faribault is back open after an incident prompted a large police presence on Sunday.

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