After 31 Years, Bill Hudson Bids Farewell To WCCO-TV

He traveled the world for this job, but it’s stories about the people here at home that he truly cherishes.

Police Chase Ends With Red Wing Restaurant’s Partial Collapse; None Hurt

The crash happened at Liberty’s Restaurant and Lounge, at the intersection of 3rd and Plum streets.

‘I’ve Never Seen It Like This’: Trump Well Ahead Of Biden In Red Wing Bakery’s Presidential Cookie Poll

A week ago, Hanisch Bakery in Red Wing launched its 2020 presidential cookie poll.

1 Dead After Small Plane Crashes Into Leech Lake

The National Transportation Safety Board says the crash happened Tuesday evening.

Pandemic Can’t Scare Away Anoka’s 100th Annual Halloween Festival

Anoka plans to celebrate its 100th Halloween Festival in October.

Albert Lea Schools To Use Thermal Scanners After 1st Known COVID-19 Case

The Albert Lea Area Schools Administration is using thermal scanners to screen students as they enter the high school.

Coronavirus In Minnesota: How Does Indoor Transmission Compare To Outdoor Transmission?

Informal gatherings are becoming a weak spot in the state’s fight against COVID-19.

Coronavirus In Minnesota: Students, Parents Prepare For Sudden Shifts In Learning Models

A southeast Minnesota school district called off classes Monday, only a week after the first day.

40-Year-Old Minnesota State Fair Butter Sculpture Preserved In Former Princess Kay’s Freezer

Dairy farming is in Donna Moenning's blood.

How Is The Housing Market Doing So Well During The Pandemic?

As the United States economy experienced its worst quarter on record, the housing market continues to boom.

State Trooper Ted Foss, Whose Death Led To Minnesota’s ‘Move Over’ Law, Honored With New Highway Memorial Sign

Corporal Ted Foss was hit and killed by a passing vehicle in 2000 during a traffic stop on the shoulder of Interstate 90 in Winona.

MIAC Postpones All Competition Until January 2021

The update comes a month after the league announced that it was moving a number of its fall sports to the spring season.

VP Mike Pence Visiting Duluth Friday

He’ll be speaking at the Clure Public Marine Terminal at 12:30 p.m. to promote President Trump’s America First agenda.

1 Dead, 1 Injured In Home Explosion Near Marshall

The explosion happened along Minnesota State Highway 19 east of Marshall, Minnesota at about 6:30 a.m.

Teen Seriously Injured After Diving From Boat Into Shallow Water In Southern Minnesota

A boy dove from a pontoon into shallow water in Lake Hanska.

MN-Based Hormel Foods Offers Free 2-Year College For Employees’ Children

"We believe equality in education can be a game-changer, and we have decided to take on that challenge."

Kanye West Will Appear On Minnesota Ballot In November As Presidential Candidate

His petition, which was filed by his representatives one week ago, was accepted Tuesday.

Minnesota Accent Ranked Among Least Sexy In America

The list was topped by Texas and New York accents, and Boston's accent was pretty high up there as well.

U Of M Board Of Regents Votes To Delay Campus Reopenings By At Least 2 Weeks

U of M President Joan Gabel’s plan was to delay the opening of dorms at the Twin Cities, Duluth and Rochester campuses.

Study: Minnesota Ranked 9th Best State For Women’s Equality

The ranking compared all 50 states across 17 key metrics.

Minnesota State Fair’s Butter Sculpting Tradition Lives On Despite Coronavirus Cancellation

One main attraction — butter sculpting — goes on, thanks to the power of technology.

Service Delivers Fair Goods To Your Home

"It’s Not Fair" is a new gift box service that delivers local goods from state fair makers and small businesses.

Minnesota State Fair Kicks Off “Food Parade”

The lucky few with Minnesota State Fair tickets this summer can't leave their cars, but they can still take in their fair favorites.

Minnesota Republicans Threaten Not To Confirm Commerce Commissioner Over Enbridge Pipeline

Steve Kelley’s job is on the line Friday.

College Students Adjust To St. Olaf Campus Rules Amid Pandemic

The start of school looks and feels different on the St. Olaf campus.

Marcus Theatres To Reopen 6 Minnesota Locations On Aug. 21

The Marcus Corporation announced Tuesday the reopening of over 65 Marcus Theatres nationwide this month.

Minnesota State Fair 2020: Vendors Set For Sold Out, 3-Weekend ‘Food Parade’

Things will look different for this year’s Great Minnesota Get-Together.

A Look At Minnesota’s Role In The 19th Amendment

It was 62 years after Minnesota became a state that the country said the right to vote shall not be denied on account of sex.

Sheriff: Woman, 18, Drowns After Saving Children From Turbulent Waters Near Dam

The Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office says the drowning happened around 3:45 p.m. on Monday in Clearwater Lake.

Minnesota Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

The helpers are the people who make life better. Nominate your Local Heroes to give them the recognition they deserve, presented by Ring.

Minnesota High Schoolers To Begin First Day Of Fall Sports Practice

The sports returning are soccer, cross country, girls tennis and girls swimming.

Loaves & Fishes Reports Record Breaking July, Serving Half A Million Meals To Minnesotans In Need

The meal program began in 1982.

MN State Workplace Safety Commissioner Ousted In Partisan Senate Vote

Labor experts say its a dangerous move at a critical time.

Injured Bald Eagle Attacks 2 At Cascade Lodge Resort

Cook County deputies say a Cascade Lodge resort guest noticed the injured eagle Thursday morning.

President Trump Plans To Visit Minnesota, Wisconsin Next Week

He will make his Minnesota stop in Mankato on Monday.

3M Reports Sales Up 6% Year Over Year, Stocks Go Up

Minnesota-based 3M is reporting some positive news Thursday morning.

Brenna Connelly Crowned 67th Princess Kay Of The Milky Way

Inside the Dairy Building, the show goes on for a long-standing tradition.

MN Realtors Survey: Home Sales Increase In July, Buyers Show Interest In Home Offices, Outdoor Living Spaces

For the first time since April, home sales were up 12.2% year-over-year in July with a 7.5% increase in closed sales.

DEA Officials Report A Surge Of Counterfeit Pills In Minnesota

"Each time someone takes a counterfeit pain pill, they are playing Russian roulette with their life."

Minnesota Receives $5.6M In Federal Funds To Assist Low-Income Families With Housing

The $5.6 million will be going to 60 public housing authorities throughout the state.