Rodney Jackson Gets 23 Years For Fatally Shooting 18-Year-Old In Gas Station ArgumentA man has been sentenced to over 23 years in prison in the shooting death of 18-year-old Mohamed Abdi at a south Minneapolis gas station in 2018.
Man Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting In LakevillePolice are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Lakeville late Friday morning.
Judge Acquits Amtrak Officer Who Shot Unarmed Minnesota Man In ChicagoCook County Judge Dennis Porter said LaRoyce Tankson reasonably believed he was acting in self-defense when he shot Chad Robertson in February 2017.
Judge Allows Northern Metal To Accept Scrap Metal In North Minneapolis AgainA spokesperson for the city of Minneapolis said, “The City is exploring its options following this ruling. The City plans to re-inspect the site March 2.”
All U.S. Bank Stadium Paneling Needs To Be Replaced Over Leaking, At A Cost Of $21MAfter just four years, U.S. Bank is already getting a face lift. The exterior of the building will be replaced due to leaking.
Coronavirus Has Reached Its 'Highest Level Of Alert'Eight more countries have reported their first cases of the virus. That includes Mexico, which now has two reported cases.
For Minnesota Farmers, 2020 Election Will Be Referendum On Trump's Trade WarBack in 2016, much of rural Minnesota voted for President Trump.
Minneapolis And St. Paul Firefighters Compete For Food DonationsFirefighters from both sides of the river are having a little friendly competition in the weeks ahead.
Sheriff Seeks Public's Help In Auto Shop Burglary In Central MinnesotaThe Morrison County Sheriff's Office is investigating an auto shop burglary in central Minnesota on Thursday morning.
Local News
Man, 56, Killed In Crash On Highway 36 In MaplewoodAccording to investigators, a 2003 Ford Focus was rear-ended and side-swiped by a pickup truck. The Focus then lost control and rolled.
Rodney Jackson Gets 23 Years For Fatally Shooting 18-Year-Old In Gas Station ArgumentA man has been sentenced to over 23 years in prison in the shooting death of 18-year-old Mohamed Abdi at a south Minneapolis gas station in 2018.
Man Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting In LakevillePolice are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Lakeville late Friday morning.
Judge Acquits Amtrak Officer Who Shot Unarmed Minnesota Man In ChicagoCook County Judge Dennis Porter said LaRoyce Tankson reasonably believed he was acting in self-defense when he shot Chad Robertson in February 2017.
Judge Allows Northern Metal To Accept Scrap Metal In North Minneapolis AgainA spokesperson for the city of Minneapolis said, “The City is exploring its options following this ruling. The City plans to re-inspect the site March 2.”
All U.S. Bank Stadium Paneling Needs To Be Replaced Over Leaking, At A Cost Of $21MAfter just four years, U.S. Bank is already getting a face lift. The exterior of the building will be replaced due to leaking.
Video
WHO Upgrades Global Coronavirus Risk To 'Very High'There are now more than 83,000 confirmed cases in more than 50 countries, Amelia Santaniello and Frank Vascellaro report (1:26). WCCO 4 News At 10 - February 28, 2020
Neighbors Describe Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting In LakevilleLakeville police officers and Dakota County sheriff’s deputies surrounded this yellow home on Italy Avenue just before noon, Marielle Mohs reports (2:07). WCCO 4 News At 10 - February 28, 2020
Minnesota Farmers May Cross The Political Aisle In 2020 ElectionBack in 2016, much of rural Minnesota voted for President Trump. But over the past few years, farm families have dealt with wet weather and a trade war with China, John Lauritsen reports (1:57). WCCO 4 News At 6 - February 28, 2020
Twin Cities Firefighters Competing In Food Donation DriveThe Minneapolis and St. Paul Fire Departments say this allows them to the help their communities in a different way, Bill Hudson reports (0:40). WCCO 4 News At 6 - February 28, 2020
In-Home Day Care Owner's Husband Faces Charges Of Possessing Child PornographyInvestigators say Joseph King is charged with multiple counts of having child pornography on his computer, Bill Hudson reports (0:34). WCCO 4 News At 6 - February 28, 2020
Judge Allows Northern Metal To Again Accept Scrap Metal In North MinneapolisThe state pollution control agency ordered Northern Metal to stop after the city found fire code violations, Jennifer Mayerle reports (2:07). WCCO 4 News At 6 - February 28, 2020
Politics
For Minnesota Farmers, 2020 Election Will Be Referendum On Trump's Trade WarBack in 2016, much of rural Minnesota voted for President Trump.
VP Mike Pence To Lead 'Keep America Great' Rally In St. PaulVice President Mike Pence and Second Lady Karen Pence will lead a "Keep America Great" rally in downtown St. Paul next week.
Surly Brewing Suspends 'Darkness Day' Due To Minnesota Law Banning Take-Home Beer SalesPart of craft beer culture is collecting limited-release bottles and attending beer launches. However, the biggest breweries in Minnesota are not able to be part of that culture because they're too big.
Minnesota House Passes 2 Gun Bills: Background Checks & 'Red Flag' LawTwo major gun bills passed in the Democrat-controlled Minnesota House Thursday evening.
Pat Kessler Chats With Minnesota Voters Ahead Of Super TuesdayNo matter who you're supporting in Campaign 2020, it seems Minnesotans are engaged in the process.
Minnesota's Projected Budget Surplus Just Got BiggerMinnesota budget officials say the state’s projected surplus is $1.513 billion -- $181 million larger than a November estimate.
Weather
A Year After Polar Vortex, Minnesotans Reflect On This Year's Mild WinterThis time last year we were about to drop below zero for three days straight during the polar vortex. But this year has been a much different story.
Minnesota Weather: This Winter-Like Weather Doesn't Look To Be Going Anywhere SoonWinter-like weather has descended on Minnesota, and forecasters say it looks to stick around well into November.
I-94 Closed As Early October Blizzard Slams North DakotaAn early October snowstorm is whirling its way through eastern North Dakota, making travel dangerous across the state.
Crime
Rodney Jackson Gets 23 Years For Fatally Shooting 18-Year-Old In Gas Station ArgumentA man has been sentenced to over 23 years in prison in the shooting death of 18-year-old Mohamed Abdi at a south Minneapolis gas station in 2018.
Man Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting In LakevillePolice are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Lakeville late Friday morning.
Judge Acquits Amtrak Officer Who Shot Unarmed Minnesota Man In ChicagoCook County Judge Dennis Porter said LaRoyce Tankson reasonably believed he was acting in self-defense when he shot Chad Robertson in February 2017.
Sheriff Seeks Public's Help In Auto Shop Burglary In Central MinnesotaThe Morrison County Sheriff's Office is investigating an auto shop burglary in central Minnesota on Thursday morning.
New Brighton Man, 80, Faces 15 Charges Of Possessing Child PornographyAn 80-year-old New Brighton man is accused of having thousands of child pornography files on a computer inside his home, which is also a home day care.
'Rouge At The Lounge' Nightclub To Remain Closed After Shooting Death Of Ameer Green Jr.A Minneapolis nightclub will remain closed through the weekend after a deadly shooting.
Entertainment
Finding Minnesota: The Art Of Spearfishing DecoysBrian Shallbetter doesn't consider spearfishing an escape from reality, but rather a dive into it.
‘I’ve Had A S--- Year’: Ozzy Osbourne Cancels 2020 Tour That Included St. Paul StopOzzy Osbourne has canceled his 2020 North American tour, called “No More Tours 2”, due to health issues. The tour included a stop at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul on July 3.
Tim McGraw To Play Minn. State Fair Grandstand On Sept. 1Tim McGraw will perform at the Minnesota State Fair’s 2020 Grandstand Concert Series this summer.
'Wisconsin Could Decide It All': Bon Iver To Play 3 Shows In Home State Ahead Of 2020 ElectionWisconsin’s claim to indie music fame, Bon Iver, announced Monday that they’ll play three October shows in the battleground state in an effort to get out the vote for the eventual Democratic candidate.
Rage Against The Machine Adds Second Show To Minneapolis Stop In MayDue to demand, Rage Against The Machine has added a second show at Minneapolis’ Target Center this May.
Rage Against The Machine Announces Worldwide Tour, Includes Stop At Target Center In MayRage Against The Machine has announced a “Public Service Announcement” tour that includes a stop at Minneapolis’ Target Center.
Health
Delta Halts Some Routes To, From MSP Airport Over Coronavirus ConcernsDelta is reducing and cancelling some routes for the next few months because of the coronavirus.
Minnesota Institutions Prepare For Coronavirus ArrivalPreparations are underway to get Minnesota ready for coronavirus.
Wisconsin Teacher In South Korea Amid Coronavirus Outbreak Calls Scene 'Eerie'Oshkosh, Wisconsin native Peter Lenz is teaching English in Daegu right now. Many schools, including his, cancelled classes until March 9.
The Questions To Ask And The Plans To Make As Coronavirus Cases MultiplyFrom your children's school, to your place of work, to your own home, the virus has the potential to interrupt everyday lives in some way. And having a plan is what health experts want people to create.
What Do Travelers Need To Know Before Taking Trips In The Midst Of The Coronavirus Outbreak?While the spring breaks of Americans likely won’t include any travel to China, the coronavirus has now spread to at least 30 countries, including the United States.
Wolverine To Pay $113M In Polluted Drinking Water Suit Over Use Of 3M ChemicalsA footwear maker's cost to resolve a lawsuit over contaminated drinking water in western Michigan is $113 million, but it will be less due to a $55 million payment from chemical giant 3M.
Consumer
Surly Brewing Suspends 'Darkness Day' Due To Minnesota Law Banning Take-Home Beer SalesPart of craft beer culture is collecting limited-release bottles and attending beer launches. However, the biggest breweries in Minnesota are not able to be part of that culture because they're too big.
Delta Halts Some Routes To, From MSP Airport Over Coronavirus ConcernsDelta is reducing and cancelling some routes for the next few months because of the coronavirus.
'Rouge At The Lounge' Nightclub To Remain Closed After Shooting Death Of Ameer Green Jr.A Minneapolis nightclub will remain closed through the weekend after a deadly shooting.
Delta Suspending Flights Between Twin Cities And South Korea Due To Coronavirus ConcernsDelta Air Lines has announced that its flights between Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport and Seoul-Incheon (ICN) in South Korea will soon be suspended amid coronavirus concerns.
Applying For REAL ID? Come Prepared With Documents And Endless PatienceHundreds of thousands of Minnesotans have discovered there's a long wait for REAL IDs.
Dulceria Bakery In South Minneapolis ClosesDulceria Bakery, a staple in Minneapolis' Bancroft neighborhood for the past few years, has closed its doors for good.
Water Cooler
‘I’m Really Sorry This Won’t Happen Again’: Child Writes Apology Letter After Prank Calling 911Police in northern Minnesota received a heartfelt apology letter Friday from a child after he prank called 911 multiple times.
Missing Camera Found In Two Harbors Returned To Owners Months LaterThe camera sat on Chris Faust's shelf for months until he decided to recycle the battery. But then he discovered something else.
Wausau Considers Rescinding Ban On Throwing SnowballsRecent negative national attention over the rarely used ordinance has raised questions about whether it could be time to take snowballs off the naughty list.
Ordinance Forbids Throwing Snowballs In Wausau, WisconsinSnowballs are lumped in with missiles, rocks, arrows, none of which are you allowed to throw.
This Was The Purse Lizzo Brought To The American Music Awards Red CarpetHer tiny purse became a running joke on Twitter, with some users joking about what it could hold (their patience, hopes for 2020).
Here We Go Again: Salad & Brownies Ranked As Most Popular Thanksgiving Dishes In MinnesotaRemember grape salad? Remember the egg the New York Times had all over their face when they declared that delicacy, which does not exist, Minnesota's most beloved turkey day dish?
