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Twin Cities man pleads guilty to robbing 5 metro gas stations last summer
Between June 26, 2023, and July 11, 2023, Mohamed Elsayed robbed gas stations in Mounds View, Roseville, New Brighton, Fridley and Eagan, court documents say.
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Between June 26, 2023, and July 11, 2023, Mohamed Elsayed robbed gas stations in Mounds View, Roseville, New Brighton, Fridley and Eagan, court documents say.
A trooper was at the scene of a crash on eastbound Highway 36 at Snelling Avenue around 6 p.m. when they noticed a vehicle driving erratically coming up behind them.
The Minnesota hockey life is so much more than the players and coaches — John Corazzo was the unsung hero in the skate shop and on the Zamboni.
Four men from Texas and one from Minnesota have been charged in connection with an ATM theft from a Roseville bank earlier this week.
Two students were detained Monday for bringing guns to Roseville High School, according to officials.
The Roseville Fire Department says firefighters were dispatched shortly after 10:30 p.m. to the University of Northwestern residence hall on Eagle Drive.
A list of closings reveals that stores in Bloomington, Rochester, Minnetonka, and Roseville will shutter their doors in the coming weeks.
Video games have come along way since "Pong" and "Pac-Man." The technology is moving so rapidly that you can now step inside an arcade game.
Two men were sentenced to several years in prison for their role in an armed carjacking at the Rosedale Center last February.
The clerk opened the case for the two when they pushed her to the ground and took the jewelry from the case.
A road project turned costly for a Roseville mom. When crews struck a sewer pipe in her yard, she got stuck with the bill.
Authorities say that 88-year-old Patricia Frances Maslow died as a result of sharp and blunt-force injuries sustained in the attack. Another woman remains hospitalized.
Grumpy's Bar & Grill in Roseville is closing its doors for good this Saturday after 14 years.
A 3-year-old girl is dead and a man is in critical condition after they were struck while on foot Wednesday night near the Roseville-St. Paul border.
A 30-year-old North St. Paul man was killed in a rollover crash that closed a stretch of Highway 36 for hours Tuesday morning.
Many residents across the Twin Cities metro are cleaning up after a severe storm rolled through the area Wednesday evening.
A Brooklyn Park man was killed in a rollover crash on a Highway 36 exit Saturday evening.
"I didn't want to just take the money," Dr. Mohiba Tareen said. "I wanted to do something good with it."
The Roseville police officer who was shot in the neck in the line of duty earlier this month recently sent out a message of thanks to his supporters and fellow police officers.
The Roseville Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect and locating a vehicle tied to a road rage shooting that left a 51-year-old man with gunshot wounds.
A Roseville police officer who was shot in the neck in the line of duty earlier this week has been discharged from the hospital.
A Roseville police officer injured in a shooting earlier this week is recovering from surgery.
State investigators say the gunman who fired dozens of rounds at police officers and homes in Roseville on Tuesday night died after being shot by two police officers.
Roseville police say an officer was shot in the line of duty Tuesday night, and a suspect is dead.
"We've had two suspect birds yesterday, two today. We're hearing about geese dying in Como Park, this is just a very different scenario than 2015 and it's very alarming," Medical Director Dr. Renee Schott said.
Thousands lined the streets of Hennepin Avenue on Sunday for the Twin Cities Pride Parade.
An investigation is underway after a woman's body was discovered in the Mississippi River over the weekend.
Fred Richard and Brody Malone headline the U.S. men's Olympic gymnastics team.
Jonathan Rodríguez scored in stoppage time to give the Portland Timbers a 3-2 come-from-behind win over Minnesota United.
Thousands are expected to attend downtown Minneapolis's Twin Cities Pride Parade late Sunday morning.
Thousands lined the streets of Hennepin Avenue on Sunday for the Twin Cities Pride Parade.
An investigation is underway after a woman's body was discovered in the Mississippi River over the weekend.
Fred Richard and Brody Malone headline the U.S. men's Olympic gymnastics team.
Thousands are expected to attend downtown Minneapolis's Twin Cities Pride Parade late Sunday morning.
It's a fantastic finish to the weekend in Minnesota, with sunny and dry conditions expected on Sunday.
It's a fantastic finish to the weekend in Minnesota, with sunny and dry conditions expected on Sunday.
Washington County has declared a state of emergency as rising flood waters of the St. Croix River threaten the historic city of Stillwater.
The National Weather Service predicts the river will reach nearly 21 feet before water levels drop. Meanwhile, floodwaters have taken over the area around Harriet Island, where nearly a dozen summertime events have been canceled.
Two people were found dead in what police believe to be a homicide and suicide in Rochester.
As major rivers in Minnesota continue to rise into the weekend, Gov. Tim Walz and a top official with the Federal Emergency Management Agency provided an update on the flooding outlook Friday.
The facility has been plagued by allegations of staff-on-inmate abuse, including excessive use of pepper spray, restraints and strip searches. A court-appointed monitor is currently overseeing the facility.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Thursday that an order barring an anti-abortion protester from coming close to a Planned Parenthood nurse violated his First Amendment free speech rights and must be overturned.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is reminding visitors that it is illegal to remove insects from state parks after reports of people harvesting cicadas.
The city of River Falls is more colorful than it's ever been.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court will hear a challenge to Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' partial veto locking in a school funding increase for the next 400 years.
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.
The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans is using the summer months to reach veterans in need.
Prince fans got the chance to hear a candid interview with one of Prince's favorite collaborators.
When Becky and Scott DeGroot toe the line at Saturday's Grandma's Marathon, they fully anticipate the emotions of the last three years to finally hit them.
Early voting is already underway for Minnesota's Aug. 13. One of the biggest contests is in the Fifth Congressional District where Rep. Ilhan Omar is in a rematch with former Minneapolis City Councilman Don Samuels. She joined us Sunday to talk about the close rematch, give her reaction to President Biden’s debate performance and more.
Local leaders have argued when clearing large homeless encampments in Minneapolis in the past that they pose public health and safety risks.
Former President Donald Trump addressed a rally in Chesapeake, Virginia, a day after his first 2024 debate with President Biden.
The Supreme Court overruled a 40-year-old decision that said federal courts should defer to agencies in certain cases. Here's what it means.
The Supreme Court's order clears the way for Steve Bannon to report to prison by July 1 to begin serving a four-month sentence.
Minnesota's fourth marijuana dispensary is now open just about an hour from the Twin Cities.
The Minnesota e-bike rebate application period is slated to reopen next week — this time with safeguards in place to manage the high demand.
Dale Wills, CEO of Centra Companies, says affordable homes in and around the metro are often bought before they're finished being built.
Black Garnet Books' Dionne Sims is looking to hand off ownership of her beloved St. Paul bookstore to pursue her next dream.
Minnesota patients facing mounting medical debt could soon catch a break thanks to a new law.
Police said they spotted what "appeared to be a handgun" during the chase, but was later determined to be a pellet gun resembling a Glock 17.
A man was shot and killed in the parking lot of an Amazon fulfillment center in Lakeville Saturday morning.
Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Minneapolis on Friday night.
Liara Tsai's friends are choosing to remember her not by the way she died, but the way she lived.
A St. Paul man was sentenced to 60 months in prison in connection to a grocery store parking lot shootout that injured a teenage girl in March.
The FDA said its study better simulated how commercial milk processing kills the bird flu virus, H5N1.
Iowa joins more than a dozen other states with restrictive abortion laws following the U.S. Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022. Three other states currently ban abortions at about six weeks.
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.
"We can serve payers very effectively from the footprint that remains," CEO Tim Wentworth says of the coming Walgreens closures.
The LB.1 variant makes up close to 1 in 5 new COVID cases, the CDC estimates.
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."
Fred Richard and Brody Malone headline the U.S. men's Olympic gymnastics team.
Jonathan Rodríguez scored in stoppage time to give the Portland Timbers a 3-2 come-from-behind win over Minnesota United.
Byron Buxton extended Minnesota's home run streak to 18 straight games with a three-run shot in the sixth inning, Pablo López allowed one run over six innings, and the Twins beat the Seattle Mariners 5-1.
In last summer's Olympics, Simone Biles withdrew from the women's team finals for mental health challenges. That's a common battle for athletes, especially competing at the highest level.
Shane Wiskus graduated from Mound Westonka High School and the University of Minnesota, where he won an NCAA championship. Then, last cycle, he made the Olympic team for the Tokyo Summer Games.
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.
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.
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.
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.
You've probably seen all of the commercials lately for the latest personal hygiene trend: Whole body deodorant. So, what is it? And do we actually need it? Good Question.
On Wednesday, the United States celebrates Juneteenth. It's a distinction shared by only 10 other special days. So, we wanted to know: How are federal holidays created? And how does that designation affect each state? Good Question.
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.
Meteorologist Joseph Dames has the latest forecast.
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.
It's a fantastic finish to the weekend in Minnesota, with sunny and dry conditions expected on Sunday.
Meteorologist Joseph Dames has the latest forecast.
Overnight the temps are going to hit below average temps, feeling more like mid-May instead of late June. Sunday will feel similar to Saturday with rain chances returning Monday. Riley O'Connor breaks it all down.
Meteorologist Joseph Dames has the latest forecast.
Early voting is already underway for Minnesota's Aug. 13. One of the biggest contests is in the Fifth Congressional District where Rep. Ilhan Omar is in a rematch with former Minneapolis City Councilman Don Samuels. She joined us Sunday to talk about the close rematch, give her reaction to President Biden’s debate performance and more.
Cam Lee Small, a licensed therapist and adoption advocate, has a new book called "The Adoptee's Journey."
Esme Murphy has the latest digital headlines on Sunday morning.
Twin Cities Pride is a celebration second in size to only the Minnesota State Fair. This year, organizers and vendors are making the celebration even more accessible.