Abandoned Minneapolis building fire forces evacuations, road closure
Multiple people experiencing homelessness were forced to evacuate from a Minneapolis building after an overnight fire.
Kirsten Mitchell joined the WCCO team as a reporter in November of 2021. A Saint Paul native, Kirsten is proud to tell stories in her home state. She graduated from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities (Go Gophs!) and interned at WCCO during her time there.
Previously, Kirsten was a Weekend Anchor and Reporter at KSEE/KGPE in Fresno, California. She reported on the frontlines of wildfires and covered the state's extreme drought.
She began her on-air career as a Multimedia Journalist in Panama City, Florida. While there, she covered Hurricane Michael, providing the community with lifesaving information during and after the category 5 storm. Her coverage earned her several awards including the 2018 Florida Associated Press Broadcasters Association award for best overall Multimedia Journalist and best General Assignment story.
While Kirsten's blood may have thinned the past few years, she is thrilled to be home, just in time for a true Minnesota winter!
In her free time, she can be found spending time with her family, going on a run or hike, and exploring new restaurants around town.
Multiple people experiencing homelessness were forced to evacuate from a Minneapolis building after an overnight fire.
With winter in the rearview mirror, Minnesota's construction season is upon us.
A 33-year-old St. Paul man has been charged after his 13-year-old niece shot an 11-year-old boy in the head inside his apartment, seriously injuring him, according to a complaint filed in Ramsey County on Monday.
This weekend, Christians will celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter is also known for eggs, bunnies and sweets galore. But where do those traditions come from? Good Question.
Minnesota education officials on Thursday released the class of 2023's graduation rate data, which shows a slight decrease from the previous year.
Messy road conditions continue Tuesday as rain turns back to snow in the Twin Cities.
Even the most experienced drivers need a refresher sometimes as Minnesota weather continues to challenge motorists.
On Sunday, hundreds of flights in and out of Minneapolis St. Paul International Aiport were either canceled or delayed.
If you thought spring has sprung, think again. Some call March Minnesota's second winter, but why do we often see a measurable snow storm in the month of March? Good Question.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation is watching the forecast closely as they prepare for the impending snow, as is the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
St. Paul city leaders are fed up with thieves stealing copper from streetlights.
The floor is dry now, but the scope of the damage inside Moore Than Dance is still soaking in.
On top of large dog fosters, they're also looking for those who can help bottle-feed kittens this spring.
This time of year, many gas stations switch from winter to summer blend gas. So what's the difference? Good Question.
Meta, the parent company of Facebook announced plans to build a new data center in Rosemount, Minnesota.