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Maybe one of the reasons Dead End Hayride was voted Best of Minnesota is the care they take with their clients. "Our customer service is top notch," show manager Brent Faymoville said. In fact, if you need anything, anything at all, just give a scream.
A new survey suggests that the economy will slow down in rural parts of 10 Western and Plains states -- including Minnesota -- in the months ahead. Creighton University economist Ernie Goss says weak crop and energy prices are hurting profits across the region.
President Barack Obama unveiled the final regulations in his plan to cut nationwide carbon dioxide emissions 32 percent by 2030. Obama touted it as a bold step to slow climate change, while opponents said it was federal overreach that will raise prices for electricity consumers.
A new survey suggests the economy will remain weak in rural parts of 10 Western and Plains states because the strong U.S. dollar is hurting exports and the bird flu is hitting poultry farms hard.
Among the country's five best mountain climbing destinations are the highest point in North America and one of the world's most famous natural landmarks.
A monthly survey of bankers suggests a weakening economy lies ahead for rural parts of 10 Midwestern and Western states.
State troopers seized about 41 pounds of marijuana while investigating a two-vehicle crash north of Wheatland. The Wyoming Highway Patrol says 57-year-old Kraig Kahrs, of Apple Valley, Minnesota, lost control of his vehicle on snow and ice on Interstate 25 and rear-ended a pickup truck on Wednesday morning.
A Minnesota man faces drug charges after Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers seized more than 40 pounds of marijuana while investigating a two-vehicle crash in southeastern Wyoming. The patrol says 57-year-old Kraig Kahrs of Apple Valley, Minnesota, lost control of his vehicle on icy Interstate 25 north of Wheatland on Wednesday morning and rear-ended a pickup truck.
When Everett Diemert woke up, he knew he had quite a manic Monday ahead of him. He works at Hallberg Marine in Wyoming. There were a whole lot of boats that required snow removal. "We are going to have another long winter like last year," Diemert said.
Human remains found in western South Dakota's Lawrence County last week have been identified as those of a man whose disappearance 14 years ago prompted searches in three states. The remains are those of David F. Johnson, a retired dentist from Buffalo, Wyoming, who was reported missing on June 5, 2000, according to the Lawrence County Sheriff's Department.
Rangers rescued a 60-year-old Minnesota man who apparently had fallen while attempting to summit a 13,770-foot peak in Grand Teton National Park in northwest Wyoming. The National Park Service says Steve Markusen, of Minneapolis, was rescued Friday morning.
Refer to this visitor's guide to Yellowstone National Park - the world's first national park featuring more geysers than any other location in the world.
Thousands of Minnesota workers earn a minimum wage that's less today than it was in 1974 -- that's among the findings of a new state report on the minimum wage from the state Department of Labor and Industry.
Craig Bohl is coaching his final game at North Dakota State University on Saturday as the Bison face Towson in the FCS title game. Next stop: Taking over the football program at Wyoming. But what a ride it has been in Fargo.
A father and son who fought two very different battles this year are home together for Christmas. When Ryan Johnson went to war in Afghanistan this past spring, he didn't know if his father would still be here for the holidays.
Whether it means hitting the slopes or riding the waves, many winter travelers have a few favorite destinations across America to cure the winter blues. The following are five of the best winter getaways in the U.S.
A Wisconsin couple reported missing after a visit to Yellowstone National Park was found safe on a closed highway in Wyoming, where their car had been stuck for nearly a week, officials said Monday. The owner of a guest ranch heard about the missing couple and went looking for them on his snowmobile.
It's just one week away from Halloween, so to get into the spirit of the season, WCCO viewers helped Matt Brickman find Minnesota's Best Haunted Attraction. And fright fans didn't disappoint as The Dead End Hayride in Wyoming, Minn. came out on top.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing a revision in the critical habitat designation for a species of lynx listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act.
A female bank robber may have struck again in Minnesota. The Chisago County sheriff's office say a woman robbed the Stacy branch of First State Bank of Wyoming around 3:20 p.m. Thursday.
A 55-year-old man has died while scuba diving to a shipwreck at Isle Royale National Park in Lake Superior. Park officials say Lloyd W. Krohn of Wyoming, Minn., was among three divers planning to explore a Canadian cargo vessel called the Kamloops, which sank in 1927. Shortly after reaching their target depth of about 200 feet, the other divers noticed that Krohn was having trouble. They sent Krohn to the surface, where he was spotted by crew members with the charter boat they had taken. He was not breathing when pulled aboard.
A 31-year-old Wyoming, Minn., man faces multiple charges in connection to the hit-and-run crash that killed an Army veteran earlier this month.
A public tip has helped authorities arrest a man in connection with the hit-and-run crash that killed a man from Wyoming, Minn., earlier this month. According to the Department of Public Safety, Derek Anthony Sanders, 31, of Wyoming, Minn., was taken into custody from his parents' residence Wednesday morning without incidence.
A 24-year-old Wyoming, Minn. man who was rushed to the hospital after being struck by a hit-and-run driver has died.
Investigators with the Minnesota State Patrol now say that it was a pickup truck that hit and critically injured a Wyoming, Minn. man on Interstate 35 Monday night. Trevor Langlois, 24, was hit by the truck as after he had pulled over.
Ray Shero, who spent decades in NHL front offices and for his last few years served as a senior advisor to the Minnesota Wild, has died at the age of 62, according to the team.
The U.S. stock market surged immediately after President Trump's announcement.
If you didn't happen to see the 2024 eclipse in person, your next opportunity to see a total eclipse from Minneapolis isn't so many years away. Mark your calendars for 2044.
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.
Ray Shero, who spent decades in NHL front offices and for his last few years served as a senior advisor to the Minnesota Wild, has died at the age of 62, according to the team.
If you didn't happen to see the 2024 eclipse in person, your next opportunity to see a total eclipse from Minneapolis isn't so many years away. Mark your calendars for 2044.
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.
If you didn't happen to see the 2024 eclipse in person, your next opportunity to see a total eclipse from Minneapolis isn't so many years away. Mark your calendars for 2044.
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 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.
The U.S. stock market surged immediately after President Trump's announcement.
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.
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.
Ray Shero, who spent decades in NHL front offices and for his last few years served as a senior advisor to the Minnesota Wild, has died at the age of 62, according to the team.
Cole Ragans struck out 11 in six crisp innings, and the Kansas City Royals beat the sloppy Minnesota Twins 2-1.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
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.
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.
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 Lisa Meadows has your latest forecast, including the weekend forecast that's projecting a 70-degree day.
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.
If you didn't happen to see the 2024 eclipse in person, your next opportunity to see a total eclipse from Minneapolis isn't so many years away. Mark your calendars for 2044.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says there will likely be some isolated showers Wednesday and Thursday, but no significant accumulation is expected.
Scattered showers are possible over the next couple of days, but no significant rainfall is expected.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows has your latest forecast, including the weekend forecast that's projecting a 70-degree day.
A district attorney for the St. Croix County District Attorney's Office is facing charges of his own after telling a co-worker that some of the district's judges "needed to bleed." WCCO's Adam Duxter reports from Hudson.
As President Trump's reciprocal tariff tax take hold, China is reacting with an increase in tariffs of U.S. goods. WCCO Natalie Brand reports from the White House.
Earth Day is coming up on April 22, so Kitchen Pantry Scientist Liz Heinecke is sharing some cool Earth Day projects for the kids.
The Cruise Ship Division of Minnesota-based G.L. Berg Entertainment offers singers and dancers the chance to perform on cruise ships worldwide, and they have auditions coming up, explains Katie Partridge.