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Bird flu cases surging in southern Minnesota, DNR says
Hundreds of Canadian geese have been found dead this winter in Owatonna, Albert Lea, Waseca and other southern Minnesota cities.
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Hundreds of Canadian geese have been found dead this winter in Owatonna, Albert Lea, Waseca and other southern Minnesota cities.
The family of a cheerleader killed in a crash with a former state trooper wants him to pay.
Multiple crashes have occurred on Twin Cities roads during Thursday morning's commute, with icy roadways and even some blowing snow reported as temperatures hover around freezing.
The Minnesota State Patrol says a baby died in a crash Wednesday morning on an icy Interstate 35 in Owatonna.
Detectives arrested an 84-year-old Owatonna man last week in connection to the 1974 killing of a University of Minnesota graduate student in Wisconsin. On Monday, investigators explained what it took to track him down.
Officials provided another update Monday after a break last week in a 50-year-old Wisconsin cold case killing, mainly focused on how DNA investigation played into the process.
The Dunn County Sheriff's office in Wisconsin has arrested a Minnesota man for murder in a 50-year-old cold case.
An 84-year-old southern Minnesota man has been charged with murder in a 50-year-old Wisconsin cold case once thought to be the work of a notorious serial killer and former Green Bay Packer.
An officer's recall of a minor detail on a man's vehicle helped lead law enforcement to the suspect in a fatal hit-and-run in southern Minnesota, charges said.
Allina Health says it will soon be reducing hours for some of its medical-surgical staff members at Owatonna Hospital, but the Minnesota Nurses Association says the reductions are actually layoffs caused in part by the Mayo Clinic.
One southern Minnesota town is approaching grief and loss in a unique way.
One southern Minnesota town is approaching grief and loss in a unique way.
The officer says "Working the street, being real with people and bonding with your community is an opportunity to hone those skills. Also, it doesn't hurt to have the gift of gab."
An undercover Minnesota police officer is being credited for stopping an international murder plot. For the first time, we're hearing from Owatonna police about how their detective foiled plans to kill a famous British TV personality. WCCO's David Schuman has the incredible story.
A Minnesota family says the state trooper accused of killing their daughter should have never been on the road. Eighteen-year-old Olivia Flores died in a car crash in Rochester this spring just weeks before her high school graduation. Now, the state trooper who hit her faces a string of charges including manslaughter. As WCCO's Kirsten Mitchell discovered, this isn't the first time he's been accused of dangerous driving.
Gavin Plumb was convicted Thursday of planning to kidnap, rape and murder Holly Willoughby, a popular British television personality.
A sinister plot to kill a famous British woman was discovered and prevented thousands of miles away in Minnesota. David Schuman explains how an online officer helped stop the plan.
Rochester police announced Thursday that they finished their investigation and passed on the case to the county attorney.
A truck hit a 22-month-old toddler while crossing the street with her family in Owatonna last week.
Police say a 36-year-old driver has been arrested for striking a woman in Owatonna while she carried a 2-year-old.
A high school time capsule in southern Minnesota has been opened after 124 years.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will give his State of the State Address Tuesday at Owatonna High School.
A southern Minnesota sex offender pleaded guilty Monday to sending graphic threats describing what he planned to do to the family of one of his underage victims.
"As we were driving there it really just hit me, it's go time," said mom Micah Trautman. "And sliding through the stop sign was kind of like sliding into parenthood."
A deer fell through the ice, so a firefighter threw on a special rescue suit and dove in the water.
A 4-year-old is reunited with their mother Friday after a vehicle the child was inside was stolen in South Minneapolis.
Many Minnesota families are buried under a pile of medical debt, and the state's top attorney wants to change that.
A fourth person has been charged in connection with a drug cartel-related kidnapping in St. Paul.
Eagles GM Howie Roseman was hit with a beer during the team's Super Bowl 2025 parade, later saying,"I bleed for this city."
The daughters of one of the cofounders of Target are expressing their alarm and shock at the discounter's recent moves to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion program.
A 4-year-old is reunited with their mother Friday after a vehicle the child was inside was stolen in South Minneapolis.
A fourth person has been charged in connection with a drug cartel-related kidnapping in St. Paul.
The daughters of one of the cofounders of Target are expressing their alarm and shock at the discounter's recent moves to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion program.
Tommy Ahneman is the top-ranked player in Minnesota on the top-ranked team in Minnesota, Cretin-Derham Hall.
A 37-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the F. Scott Fitzgerald statue stolen from St. Paul earlier this month.
A driver in a truck struck a house in southern Minnesota early Thursday morning, then fled before authorities arrived, police said.
Light snow is making for a messy Valentine's Day evening in the Twin Cities.
Federal immigration officials are in Minnesota this week and WCCO has learned of at least two men who were detained in Rochester.
Multiple people have either tossed their hat into the ring, or confirmed they are at least considering doing so, for the U.S. Senate following Sen. Tina Smith's announcement she will not be running for reelection in 2026.
Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan announced she plans to run for U.S. Senate on the same day Sen. Tina Smith announced she will not be seeking reelection next year.
As the largest race of its type, the Birkie brings 12,000 ski competitors and 25,000 spectators from all 50 states and two dozen countries.
A few inches of snow fell across Minnesota and Wisconsin after a snow storm Friday night into Saturday.
A unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that the swing state's nonpartisan top elections official can remain in her post despite not being reappointed and confirmed by the state Senate.
Authorities say slick road conditions contributed to a western Wisconsin crash that killed a 38-year-old man on Thursday.
The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association announced on Tuesday that 2,414 entries submitted for the 2025 U.S. Championship Cheese Contest.
It's not harvest season in Minnesota, but a local organization is working to support and build up Black and Brown farmers across the state year-round.
There can be reasons to put off going to treatment, but two friends are removing one big barrier.
From keynote speakers and dedicated discussions to live performances and museum exhibits, the Twin Cities is providing many ways for everyone to celebrate Black History.
It's ten below zero in Montgomery Minnesota, but these ladies aren't bothered — they are focused.
The Stillwater community and beyond are rallying around a high school girls soccer coach while he recovers from a spinal injury.
More than 1 in 10 of the health agency's workers are being let go, including an entire new class of CDC Epidemic Intelligence Service officers.
Attorneys general from 14 states are challenging the authority of Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency.
The future of what would be the largest expansion of gambling in decades is uncertain after a setback during a Senate committee on Thursday.
The debate descended into some personal attacks and became sort of a proxy war for bigger political battles at Minneapolis City Hall.
Federal immigration officials are in Minnesota this week and WCCO has learned of at least two men who were detained in Rochester. David Schuman spoke to the owner of the restaurant where they worked.
Many Minnesota families are buried under a pile of medical debt, and the state's top attorney wants to change that.
Tuesday in Minneapolis, Canadian ministers met with local business leaders to discuss issues related to the now-delayed 25% tariffs on all imports from Canada and Mexico.
Fighting fraud will be front and center for lawmakers at the Minnesota State Capitol on Tuesday.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has a busy year ahead with the state legislature back in session, clashing with new federal policies ordered by President Trump and mulling over whether to run for a third term.
Esme Murphy speaks with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about, or avoiding, during Trump's second term of his presidency.
A 4-year-old is reunited with their mother Friday after a vehicle the child was inside was stolen in South Minneapolis.
A fourth person has been charged in connection with a drug cartel-related kidnapping in St. Paul.
A man was shot during an attempted carjacking near Loring Park on Thursday afternoon, according to the Minneapolis Police Department.
A wrongful conviction lawsuit has been filed on behalf of Marvin Haynes, a man released from prison in 2023 after spending almost two decades behind bars for a murder he did not commit.
Investigators think three burglars arrested in Ohio last month could be connected to a string of high-end heists in Minnesota.
Many Minnesota families are buried under a pile of medical debt, and the state's top attorney wants to change that.
More than half of teenagers between the ages of 13 and 17 use popular social media sites like TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat, according to the Pew Research Center. While social media allows teenagers to connect, safety advocates say it also presents harmful content.
Hennepin Healthcare hospital is set to embark on a $2.5 billion renovation project, the most expensive in the hospital's history.
The NGO Doctors for America argued that HHS, CDC and FDA violated federal law in removing medical information from public-facing websites.
Eagles fans likely had a stress-free time watching the Super Bowl. Their hair might be especially thankful for that.
Less than a year after his highly praised stop in St. Paul, Sturgill Simpson will return for another Twin Cities show.
Organizers of the Basilica Block Party on Wednesday announced their decision to cancel this year's event.
Officials on Wednesday morning announced the winners of this year's Name a Snowplow contest.
Musical drama "Paradise Blue" is set to open this month at the Penumbra Theatre.
Workers at legendary Minneapolis music venue First Avenue and its six Twin Cities sister clubs have ratified their first-ever union contract in a unanimous vote this weekend.
Meet Giddy Unongo, a swimmer with autism at Minneapolis Southwest who is thriving with the help of two coaches. Plus, we catch up with a Minnetonka goaltender who may be one of the best in the country.
Eagles GM Howie Roseman was hit with a beer during the team's Super Bowl 2025 parade, later saying,"I bleed for this city."
Tommy Ahneman is the top-ranked player in Minnesota on the top-ranked team in Minnesota, Cretin-Derham Hall.
The Ottawa Charge scored as many goals in one game on Thursday night as they had in their last seven games combined for an 8-3 win over the Minnesota Frost.
Cotie McMahon scored 25 points and Elsa Lemmila finished with six points and a pivotal last-second block as No. 9 Ohio State beat Minnesota 87-84 in overtime.
New polling from CBS shows positive numbers for President Trump's opening weeks.
Esme Murphy speaks with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about, or avoiding, during Trump's second term of his presidency.
President Donald Trump has proved his policy announcements are unpredictable. But what does that mean for your money? In Talk Points, Esme Murphy spoke with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about or avoiding during a second Trump Presidency.
Supporters say sports betting has its best chance ever of passing the Minnesota Legislature this session, but there is a big if.
Supporters say sports betting has its best chance ever of passing the Minnesota Legislature this session, but there is a big if.
How about spending Valentine's Day, in a dome? You can do it in Pine City. The Sweetbriar Ridge offers couples a unique glamping getaway.
If you've been to southeastern Minnesota, you've likely come across Sugar Loaf Bluff.
In the basement of the Minnesota History Center, you'll find corridors of giant blue cabinets that are guarded by lock and key.
The story behind the St. James Hotel is simple: 11 business owners needed a place for people to stay when they came to town. Likely none of them envisioned their establishment would one day end up on the National Register of Historic Places.
During the first week of December, Little Falls holds Christmas tours around town. It's a chance for historic buildings to deck their halls and spread their cheer.
Starting May 7, Minnesotans age 18 and older will no longer be able to use their standard driver's license to fly domestically or enter certain federal facilities.
The Agriculture Department predicts egg prices could rise another 20% this year. That might have some families rolling up their sleeves to go straight to the source.
Eagles fans likely had a stress-free time watching the Super Bowl. Their hair might be especially thankful for that.
It's no secret that many of us are glued to our phones. After all, 98% of Americans own one.
The Bakken Museum in South Minneapolis allows people to learn about the awkward and sometimes painful feeling.
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.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
Expect a few inches of accumulation from Friday’s snow, with more possible on Saturday.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak has your latest forecast, including what areas are being most impacted by Friday's snow.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak has your latest forecast, including when you can expect temperatures to take a dramatic drop, and then rise.
Police say extreme cold may have played a factor in the death of a 36-year-old St. Paul man.
Expect a few inches of accumulation from Friday’s snow, with more possible on Saturday.
Too many Minnesota families are buried under a pile of medical debt. The state's top attorney wants to change that.
You can honor three first responders killed in the line of duty next week.
Hundreds of Minnesotans took steps today to bring missing loved ones home.
A huge milestone for an iconic sports team, a member of the Harlem Globetrotters joins The 4 to talk about their upcoming game in March.