Alleged leader of cultlike Zizian group arrested in Maryland
Jack Lasota, 34, was arrested Sunday along with Michelle Zajko, 33, of Media, Pennsylvania.
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Jack Lasota, 34, was arrested Sunday along with Michelle Zajko, 33, of Media, Pennsylvania.
The Maryland State Attorney announced the charges late Thursday afternoon for last summer's crash.
A woman has been indicted in the July 6 car crash that killed Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson and two of his former high school teammates.
Max Brosmer threw two of his season-high four touchdown passes early, Justin Walley added a pick-six and Minnesota scored three first-quarter touchdowns and easily beat Maryland 48-23.
A funeral was held on Friday morning in Maryland for 24-year-old Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson, who was killed in a car crash earlier this month along with two of his friends.
The Minnesota Vikings still harbor heavy thoughts about Khyree Jackson.
There are 4,207 bridges in the U.S. that allow ships to pass under them. Of those, only 36% are described as having functional pier protection.
A massive salvaging effort is underway to reopen the Port of Baltimore after the deadly collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Maryland is receiving an initial funding of $60 million from the federal government as the state works to clear the debris remaining from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after was struck by a cargo ship early Tuesday morning. After two days of searching for six missing people and finding the bodies of two, attention has turned to clearing the waterway.
Maryland State Police Colonel Roland Butler said divers located two men around 10 a.m. in about 25 feet of water at the middle span of the bridge.
Maryland lawmakers are working to protect thousands of Port of Baltimore workers impacted by the Tuesday collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
The FBI earlier said there was no "there is no specific or credible information to suggest there are ties to terrorism."
Six people were missing and presumed dead after Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge crumbled when a large container ship hit a support column, authorities said.
Cam Christie scored 12 points, Elijah Hawkins and Dawson Garcia made big plays down the stretch and Minnesota upped its win streak to seven by ending a 10-game losing streak to Maryland with a 65-62 victory.
Washington County Circuit Court Associate Judge Andrew Wilkinson was apparently shot multiple times. A manhunt is underway for his killer.
"They set up a command center here so we figured that it was something rather grave that had happened to that poor woman," one resident said.
The settlement was finalized on what would have been Lacks' 103rd birthday.
At least three people were critically wounded, Baltimore police said. A suspect has not been arrested in connection with the mass shooting.
The Minnesota Lynx tried a stopgap approach after the disassembly of their four-championship dynasty.
Raskin, a Democrat from Maryland, said he will begin chemo-immunotherapy treatments on an outpatient basis.
Maryland attorney general is reviewing 100 cases of people who died in state custody after being physically restrained.
Moore is just the third Black governor elected in U.S. history.
Gophers gained 326 yards on the ground in a 34-16 trampling of Maryland on Saturday for their third straight victory.
Maryland officials say its ballot printing vendor has cut ties with the state with less than 60 days before the presidential election.
Mr. Pugsley Addams, a feisty feline from Mound, Minnesota has clinched a Guinness World Record for having the longest tail on a living, domestic cat, measuring in at a whopping 18.5 inches.
Minnesota's Voyageurs National Park, the only federally-designated park in the state, is celebrating its golden anniversary this week.
Minnesota's plan to combat an invasive pest is canceled after federal funding fell through, the state said.
Heavy rain tends to get overlooked in favor of the other threats that come with severe weather. But all that water in such a short period can pack a punch.
Police are searching for a missing teenager in a Minneapolis suburb and say "there is a concern for her mental health."
Mr. Pugsley Addams, a feisty feline from Mound, Minnesota has clinched a Guinness World Record for having the longest tail on a living, domestic cat, measuring in at a whopping 18.5 inches.
Minnesota's plan to combat an invasive pest is canceled after federal funding fell through, the state said.
Heavy rain tends to get overlooked in favor of the other threats that come with severe weather. But all that water in such a short period can pack a punch.
Police are searching for a missing teenager in a Minneapolis suburb and say "there is a concern for her mental health."
The crash happened at U.S. Highway 169 and Minnesota Highway 282 just before 1 p.m., according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
Mr. Pugsley Addams, a feisty feline from Mound, Minnesota has clinched a Guinness World Record for having the longest tail on a living, domestic cat, measuring in at a whopping 18.5 inches.
Minnesota's Voyageurs National Park, the only federally-designated park in the state, is celebrating its golden anniversary this week.
Minnesota's plan to combat an invasive pest is canceled after federal funding fell through, the state said.
Heavy rain tends to get overlooked in favor of the other threats that come with severe weather. But all that water in such a short period can pack a punch.
A federal judge has rejected requests for new trials for two men convicted on human smuggling charges in the deaths of four members of a family from India who froze to death while trying to cross the Canadian border into Minnesota during a blizzard in 2022.
A Brooklyn Park, Minnesota man has been charged after a Blue Plate Restaurant Company co-owner was killed by a driver while on a motorcycle Sunday.
A Wisconsin man is cycling towards a cure for Parkinson's disease. Dozens of bikers are set to take off in an annual Wisconsin fundraiser called Peloton4Parkinson's at the end of April.
Campaign funding smashed records, making it the most expensive judicial race in history.
Tuesday evening, Wisconsin's polls will close in what has become the most expensive judicial race in U.S. history.
A 17-year-old driver who allegedly struck and killed a runner on a western Wisconsin road Saturday may have been intoxicated at the time, according to authorities.
Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Cheap Trick and Ludacris are slated to headline Taste of Minnesota this year.
Low enrollment at Chelsea Heights Elementary School has impacted funding for music and arts programs, leaving staff to figure out how they will still deliver creative classes for students.
Avianah Drakeford was born with sickle cell disease, a genetic disorder that negatively affects how blood moves around the body. It's not life-threatening, but it is life-altering.
Yolanda Saldívar was denied parole, the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles confirmed in a statement posted to its webpage.
An elementary school student used a school bus radio to get help for a driver suffering from a medical condition while on their route home from school in central Minnesota, according to officials.
A large share of veggies, fruits and nuts are purchased from Mexico, Canada and China, things like apples, avocados, bell peppers, peaches and tomatos. Their prices could go up more than 6%, and your morning cup of coffee could go up more than 10%.
The grocery store is the first place we'll feel the pinch from tariffs.
President Trump's tariffs on imports from dozens of countries kicked in Wednesday, including 104% on goods from China, dramatically ramping up a potential global trade war.
The latest round of Trump tariffs is expected to bring an astounding 104% import tax on all goods from China. Frankie McLister is here with a new study that says these trade tensions will impact our wallets.
Changing state law to define them as veterans would unlock state veterans benefits like the Minnesota GI bill or access to the state's veterans homes.
As Minnesota moves into severe weather season, it might be time to double check your insurance policy.
If you are in the market for a bike or e-bike. Minnesota bike shop owners and manufacturers say the tariffs set to be imposed in the coming days will increase some prices by as much as 50%.
Inflation has already stretched wallets, and now faced with additional higher costs due to tariffs, many Minnesotans are adapting by visiting their local thrift stores.
Johnsonville, LCC is recalling over 22,600 pounds of cheddar bratwurst in 10 states, including Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Every day is Earth Day for a Minneapolis-based market. Its sustainability efforts keep thousands of pounds of waste from landfills each year.
While no serious injuries were reported, authorities say the incident was entirely preventable.
A federal judge has rejected requests for new trials for two men convicted on human smuggling charges in the deaths of four members of a family from India who froze to death while trying to cross the Canadian border into Minnesota during a blizzard in 2022.
Martavious Roby-English, 22, had been released from prison just a month before he shot and killed Toumai Gaynor on the morning of May 30, 2024.
A University of Minnesota graduate student detained by federal immigration agents repeatedly expressed concerns about his DWI arrest impacting his legal status, dashcam video of the 2023 incident shows.
The university says she spent more than $26,000 on her university-provided procurement card that was "not legitimate" or of "questionable legitimacy."
Being married has its benefits, but a new study found that staying single late in life might actually be better for your brain.
WCCO first learned about SynerFuse in 2023 after a patient shared her chronic pain journey and the successful results a year after the surgery.
According to a court document filed on Tuesday, the United States District Court District of Minnesota dismissed the lawsuit for "lack of standing."
A Wisconsin man is cycling towards a cure for Parkinson's disease. Dozens of bikers are set to take off in an annual Wisconsin fundraiser called Peloton4Parkinson's at the end of April.
A spokesperson for UMC Health System in Lubbock, Texas, said that the child was "receiving treatment for complications of measles while hospitalized" and was not vaccinated.
Hometown hip-hop act Atmosphere is set to play the Minnesota State Fair's Grandstand this summer.
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
Three Minnesotans are among the five nominees for best Midwestern chef in this year's James Beard Awards, and the state is in competition in several other categories as well.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Cole Ragans struck out 11 in six crisp innings, and the Kansas City Royals beat the sloppy Minnesota Twins 2-1.
Giannis Antetokounmpo had 23 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists for his third straight triple-double as the Milwaukee Bucks erased a 24-point, fourth-quarter deficit to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 110-103 on Tuesday.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
You might remember the name Mitch McKee from when he was a star wrestler at the University of Minnesota and at St Michael-Albertville. Now, he's rapidly rising the ranks of a different sport.
Simeon Woods Richardson allowed four runs and eight hits with four walks in 5 2/3 innings for the Minnesota Twins in Monday's loss to the Kansas City Royals.
J.P. Morgan revised its prediction for a recession to 60% for this year.
Minnesota currently receives $23 billion in federal aid per year accounting for 35% of the state's revenue.
In a state where citizens own their own NFL franchise, Professor Anthony Chergosky says it was Elon Musk and his giveaways that turned the race into a referendum that was less about President Trump and more about Musk himself.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court currently has a 4-3 liberal majority, with one of the liberal justices retiring, the balance of the court is at stake.
Tuesday’s Wisconsin Supreme Court election will determine the ideological makeup of a court likely to decide key issues in a perennial battleground state.
It's sap-tapping season in our state. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how an Otter Tail County man landed in the Maple Syrup Hall of Fame.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows how one group is unearthing a bit of history.
South of Hastings, Minnesota, there's a town without a single resident and there are businesses that don't sell a single thing. Yet people can't wait to visit, and once here, they don't want to leave.
Lovers of old-school records in the Twin Cities, listen up: you can get a record made in your own backyard.
A partnership between the American Legion and a horseshoe club is putting Becker, Minnesota, on the map.
Being married has its benefits, but a new study found that staying single late in life might actually be better for your brain.
Professor David Geary, a cognitive scientist and evolutionary psychologist, has researched the topic of heights and says humans have been getting taller.
Artificial dyes made using chemicals and are thus regulated by the Food and Drug Administration to ensure their safety. But do we need them?
With just a click of the mouse or tap on your phone, many have felt a rush of embarrassment.
The right amount of protein varies for each person depending on factors like gender, age, activity level and use of weight loss medication or supplements.
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says there will likely be some isolated showers Wednesday and Thursday, but no significant accumulation is expected.
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.
Scattered showers are possible over the next couple of days, but no significant rainfall is expected.
Heavy rain tends to get overlooked in favor of the other threats that come with severe weather. But all that water in such a short period can pack a punch.
Flooding is actually the deadliest threat that comes with storms.
A large share of veggies, fruits and nuts are purchased from Mexico, Canada and China, things like apples, avocados, bell peppers, peaches and tomatos. Their prices could go up more than 6%, and your morning cup of coffee could go up more than 10%.
Relationship expert Dr. Kirsten Lind Seal says if you hear nothing else but this, know that people who love you won’t separate you from other friends and family, or try to control you by making you think you are crazy.
Mega Millions has rolled out several changes, including new ticket prices, jackpots and an increase in the odds of winning. After last Friday's drawing, tickets now cost $5 each.
Dr. Gigi Chawla, chief of general pediatrics at Children’s Minnesota, explains the reasons behind the bedwetting and talks about simple ways to mitigate the phenomenon.
CBS News financial analyst Jill Schlesinger shares some tips for tax procrastinators who are looking to either rip the bandage off or, possibly, kick the can further down the road.