Minnesota Eagle Center celebrates passage of National Bird Bill
United States Sen. Amy Klobuchar visited Minnesota's National Eagle Center on Monday to celebrate the official designation of the bald eagle as the National Bird of the United States.
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United States Sen. Amy Klobuchar visited Minnesota's National Eagle Center on Monday to celebrate the official designation of the bald eagle as the National Bird of the United States.
Authorities in southern Minnesota say a 6-year-old is in the hospital after someone accidentally shot them on Tuesday evening.
The Minnesota Center for Environmental Agency and other community organizations said the contamination is causing an "imminent and substantial" threat to public health.
A 12-year-old boy is dead after a snowmobile crash Sunday afternoon in rural Wabasha County.
A 12-year-old boy is dead after a snowmobile crash Sunday afternoon in rural Wabasha County.
The popularity of the pump organ may have died off decades ago, but for a Wabasha County man, they just might be the future.
There are rock sculptures that have been in Wabasha County for 100 years, and they’re a geologist’s dream. But nobody knows exactly why they’re there.
John Trainor, of Millville, was found guilty of two counts of criminal sexual conduct in the third degree and one count of the use of a minor in a sexual performance.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the crash.
A passenger on a motorcycle died in southern Minnesota Saturday evening when the driver swerved to avoid a deer and crashed, authorities said.
Deputies in Wabasha County have confiscated roughly 5 pounds of meth and charged a 46-year-old man with two counts of controlled substance crime.
Authorities in southeastern Minnesota have identified the boater whose body was pulled Monday from the Mississippi River.
An 89-year-old man was found dead in the water in Wabasha County Monday evening.
A court has closed a Wabasha County gym that was refusing to temporarily close its operations as required by Gov. Tim Walz's COVID-19 restrictions.
The incident happened around 10:30 p.m. Saturday. The Wabasha County Sheriff's Office says one person was able to jump off the pontoon before it went over the dam.
A pontoon boat went over the power dam at Lake Zumbro in Wabasha County around 10:40 p.m. Saturday. The pontoon driver realized they were at the edge of the dam near Mac's Park Place, the report said.
Sydney Flack, 17, was driving in the southbound lane heading to Winona Friday night, when suddenly and without warning, a limestone boulder tumbled down the bluff and right into her path.
A Red Wing teenager is recovering after her car was struck by a boulder Friday evening in Wabasha County.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is asking the public's help in identifying the person (or people) responsible for dumping eight deer carcasses near the Zumbro River in southeastern Minnesota.
Two people died Friday when the pickup truck they were driving crossed the center line of Highway 61 and struck a semi.
Authorities say they have located what are believed to be partial human remains -- a torso and a leg with a boot attached – on Saturday in Wabasha County.
Officials in Wabasha County say an investigation is underway after human remains were found in a debris pile near the Mississippi River Saturday.
A man is facing felony charges after injuring a K-9 officer and climbing a tree without clothes on while fleeing authorities.
The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a two-car crash that resulted in at least one fatality.
One person was killed and another was injured in a crash involving four people and two vehicles Saturday afternoon in Wabasha County,
After a brief lull in the action Saturday morning, another wave of energy and moisture will work in from the south through the afternoon.
A Minneapolis-bound Delta flight leaving Reagan International airport in Washington D.C. had a near miss with an Air Force jet Friday afternoon.
A 37-year-old man will spend over two years in prison for attempting to rob a Maplewood, Minnesota liquor store before an 8-year-old girl helped to fight him off with a baseball bat.
Julius Randle scored 25 points, Anthony Edwards finished with 20 after missing the second quarter due to injury and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Phoenix Suns 124-109 on Friday night.
The Hennepin County Attorney's Office says it has been unable to verify Mark Lanterman's educational and employment background fully after "concerns were raised."
The Hennepin County Attorney's Office says it has been unable to verify Mark Lanterman's educational and employment background fully after "concerns were raised."
Minnesota lawmakers are considering increasing fees or levying a new charging tax for electric vehicles in an effort to shore up funding for road and bridge repairs.
A 46-year-old man is facing three counts of criminal vehicular homicide in a fatal hit-and-run that happened Thursday in White Bear Township, Minnesota, according to court documents.
An e-bike rider is dead and an investigation is underway after a crash involving a school bus north of the Twin Cities Friday morning.
Part of Highway 169 in the southwest metro was closed for hours Friday morning after a pedestrian was struck and killed, officials said.
Minnesota lawmakers are considering increasing fees or levying a new charging tax for electric vehicles in an effort to shore up funding for road and bridge repairs.
The national commander of the American Legion has been in Minnesota this week, visiting different posts to talk about a variety of veterans' issues.
A grass fire happened Thursday in Corcoran, northwest of the Twin Cities — and it might not be the last one the state sees in the immediate future.
On Tuesday, the Minnesota Department of Health received notice of cuts to grant money creating uncertainty for health programs across the state.
Minnesotans who lost a home due to unpaid property taxes could now be eligible to receive thousands of dollars.
Billionaire Elon Musk on Friday clarified his reasons for visiting Wisconsin two days ahead of its hotly contested Supreme Court election after deleting a social media post saying he planned to "personally hand over" $2 million.
A judge sentenced Jon Miller, of Owatonna, Minnesota, to life in prison for the 1974 killing of Mary K. Schlais in western Wisconsin.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is supporting the conservative candidate in the race to fill a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which could ultimately decide a Tesla lawsuit.
A high-stakes election for the Wisconsin Supreme Court has become the most expensive judicial election in American history, but not without controversy.
The bill's author said it stems from reports that Elon Musk is offering people money to sign a petition "against activist judges."
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.
Eleven college students from Bethel University in Minnesota ditched their traditional spring break trips to a North Carolina community in crisis.
The proposal comes less than a year after a WCCO investigation into tracing crime guns through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives' National Tracing Center.
Minnesota lawmakers are considering increasing fees or levying a new charging tax for electric vehicles in an effort to shore up funding for road and bridge repairs.
Much of the federal government's efforts to buoy lagging childhood vaccination rates have been run through the Office of Infectious Disease and HIV/AIDS Policy.
Billionaire Elon Musk on Friday clarified his reasons for visiting Wisconsin two days ahead of its hotly contested Supreme Court election after deleting a social media post saying he planned to "personally hand over" $2 million.
President Trump invoked the wartime Aliens Enemies Act to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members earlier this month.
Italian Eatery closed early last year, but new ownership has reopened its doors, bringing back delicious favorites and new tastes to south Minneapolis.
Minnesotans who lost a home due to unpaid property taxes could now be eligible to receive thousands of dollars.
A proposal in the Minnesota Legislature would create a special car insurance program for low-income drivers who can't afford coverage, which they're required to have to get behind the wheel.
For people who are ready to be done with winter, paradise is now within reach at Galleria Edina.
Minnesotans are one step closer to seeing cannabis shops popping up in more locations around the state.
A 37-year-old man will spend over two years in prison for attempting to rob a Maplewood, Minnesota liquor store before an 8-year-old girl helped to fight him off with a baseball bat.
The proposal comes less than a year after a WCCO investigation into tracing crime guns through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives' National Tracing Center.
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday approved new contracts with community organizations aimed at reducing violence in the city.
A 54-year-old man pleaded guilty on Thursday in the stabbing of a teen at a Minneapolis recreation center last year.
A judge sentenced Jon Miller, of Owatonna, Minnesota, to life in prison for the 1974 killing of Mary K. Schlais in western Wisconsin.
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.
On Tuesday, the Minnesota Department of Health received notice of cuts to grant money creating uncertainty for health programs across the state.
The Trump administration wants to reup President Trump's tax cuts of 2017, which are set to expire this year. In order to do that, U.S. Congress would have to cut Medicaid in every state.
Hennepin Healthcare is set to get new leadership later this spring.
A Michigan resident died of rabies after an organ transplant in Ohio, health officials say.
The iconic Sundance Film Festival will be moving from Park City, Utah to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, the festival and the Colorado Governor's Office announced on Thursday.
For people who are ready to be done with winter, paradise is now within reach at Galleria Edina.
On Wednesday, the best of All Elite Wrestling step into center ring at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium.
Students at St. Paul's Open World Learning School are learning about sustainability through the creation of an interactive play addressing the decisions people make and how they impact the environment.
The Jonas Brothers announced Sunday a tour across North America to celebrate their 20-year career with a stop in the Twin Cities.
Julius Randle scored 25 points, Anthony Edwards finished with 20 after missing the second quarter due to injury and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Phoenix Suns 124-109 on Friday night.
The University of Minnesota men's hockey team was knocked out of the NCAA Tournament by Massachusetts Thursday night when the Minutemen scored the game-winning goal after a controversial no-call.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Alex Ovechkin initiated a memorable moment on the ice in Minnesota even though he went scoreless for Washington in a 4-2 loss.
Matt Boldy had the go-ahead goal in the second period for the Minnesota Wild in a 4-2 victory over the Washington Capitals.
The Trump administration wants to reup President Trump's tax cuts of 2017, which are set to expire this year. In order to do that, U.S. Congress would have to cut Medicaid in every state.
The Trump administration wants to reup the Trump tax cuts 2017, which are set to expire this year. In order to do so Congress would have to cut Medicaid in every state. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with State Director of Medicaid John Connolly about how they plan to keep services going for Minnesotans who depend on it.
Immigration is dominating national headlines these days, but in Minnesota, there is a different debate raging: what rights, if any, should undocumented residents have?
Minnesota has been at the forefront of passing laws to make life for the estimated 81,000 undocumented residents in the state easier.
Universities across the country are facing unprecedented times, including federal scrutiny and massive funding cuts.
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.
If you've been to the University of Minnesota, you can't miss the Weisman Art Museum. It stands out in more ways than one.
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.
Tuesday is Disability Advocacy Day in Minnesota, so WCCO found out how to respectfully interact with people who have disabilities.
More than one-third of Americans have turned to apps or devices to track the quality of their sleep.
Nearly 1.3 million Minnesotans — about one-quarter of the state — rely on Medicaid.
The start of spring kicks off a nasal nuisance for many people, but one drug meant to clear congestion has struggled to do its job. Here's what drugs work best to help you breathe better.
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.
After a brief lull in the action Saturday morning, another wave of energy and moisture will work in from the south through the afternoon.
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 Adam Del Rosso has your latest forecast, including when you can anticipate the next round of this weekend's storm to hit.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says freezing rain and snow are expected on Saturday night and into early Sunday.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says windy and cold conditions are expected to persist this weekend as a forecast storm system with a mix of rain and snow moves through.
A University of Minnesota-Twin Cities graduate student has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, according to the school.
PTSD is not uncommon amongst veterans, EMS and first responders, which is why Minnesota-based organization "The Invisible Wound Project" is stepping in the help.
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? From anime conventions in Minneapolis to Avatar the Last Airbender at the Mall of America, here's a look at your Saturdates.
Is your green thumb itching to get back into the garden? WCCO's Reg Chapman and Adam Del Rosso interview a garden expert with tips on when the perfect time to plant is.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso has your latest forecast, including when you can anticipate the next round of this weekend's storm to hit.