Apple Valley Residents Romping In 20 Inches Of Fresh Snow

City officials say it wasn't quite continuous plowing, but it was close, and the job's not done -- especially in the neighborhoods.

How Did Hotdish Come To Be A Minnesota Specialty?

So what's the history of hotdish in Minnesota? The search for the dish's origins yielded a surprise along the way.

Nonprofits Work To Provide Meals For Minnesotans Ahead Of Snow Storm

With a potentially historic storm on the way, the nonprofit canceled its delivery services Wednesday through Friday.

A Look Inside How Some Hemp-Derived THC Edibles Are Made In Minnesota

It's thick like glue and looks like honey, but what's inside can make a person feel high.

From St. Paul To Selma, Rondo Neighborhood's Debbie Montgomery Earned Her Place In History

From St. Paul to Selma, Alabama, Debbie Montgomery's life story reads like a Hollywood movie script.

What Was That Chopper Doing In Downtown Minneapolis All Sunday?

Turns out, it was an involved installation project on a downtown highrise.

Empire On Track To Become Minnesota's Newest City

Empire is a township in Dakota County that's on track to become the state's newest city at the end of the month.

A Minnesota Town May Be A Blueprint For How To Fix The Nation's Childcare Crisis

Finding available and affordable childcare has become a nation-wide problem.

Minnesota Buddhist Temple Opens Up Sacred Dance Troupe

"The connection is stronger when I dance," said Sabrina Sok, 22, a Wattanak Dance Troupe leader.

Minneapolis Taking Advantage Of Warmer Weather To Remove Ice

Crews in Minneapolis are taking advantage of the warmer weather to clear ice ruts in streets and alleys.

Snow Machines, New Winter Activities Coming This Weekend To Battle Creek Regional Park

Warmer weather this weekend will make for a perfect time to get outdoors and check out miles of new trails and sledding hills in east metro.

St. Paul Homeowners Getting Slapped With Big Fines For Snow-Covered Sidewalks

Homeowners in St. Paul are responsible for clearing their own sidewalks. But for some people, that's impossible.

Dozens Of Dogs Compete For The Title Of Cutest Puppy, Raise Thousands Of Dollars

Organizers say more than 2,000 people came out to the Cutest Puppy Contest Saturday in Spring Park.

Twin Cities Woman Bakes 100 Cakes, Donates All To Neighbors And Strangers

Smith said she made the couple a Guinness chocolate cake with whiskey frosting. She later asked friends to spread the word on social media.

Frank Vascellaro Back At WCCO Anchor Desk After Undergoing Shoulder Surgery

WCCO's evening anchor slipped and fell the day after Christmas while helping his daughter load up her car.

A Ride Along With Silent Run Adventures, A Monticello Dog Sledding Team

In this installment of Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen got a chance to go along for the ride.

Crescent Cove In Brooklyn Park One Of Three Children's Hospice Homes In U.S.

"It's a joyful, love-filled home," said Katie Lindensfelser, Founder & Executive Director of Crescent Cove.

Snow Sculptures Bring Energy, Creativity To Downtown Stillwater

Less than three years ago, the pandemic forced the community to create a solution for a downtown, due to seeing less-than-usual traffic.

Star Students: Help Patch Shout Out Students Excelling In Minnesota

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Star Students who make life better in Minnesota with contributions big and small.

76-Year-Old Ham Lake Woman With Dementia Found Safe

Police thanked those who helped spread the word.

Ethan Glynn Reunited With Teammates

Ethan Glynn's parents posted pictures of him with his friends on Glynn's CaringBridge site.

Finding Minnesota: How Cokato Became "Sauna City"

"Right here you're in sauna central for probably the whole U.S., really," said Sauna 360's Matt Bergstrom.

A Ride Along With Silent Run Adventures, A Monticello Dog Sledding Team

Even in the ice and cold there's a team near Monticello that's always ready to work their tails off.

"Melanin In Motion" Teaches BIPOC Kids Snowboarding In Minneapolis

The organization does training for many outdoor activities. Taylor says snowboarding is particularly attractive.

Deer Caught On Camera Crashing Through Butcher Shop's Storefront

The deer left behind a few broken plants and a hole in the wall before retreating back out the broken door.

Minnesota Man Detained In Ethiopia, Family Pleads For Help: "I Am Absolutely Concerned For His Life"

Tashitta Tuffa is President and CEO of Metropolitan Transportation Network, based in Fridley.

World Population Expected To Be Over 7.9 Billion On New Year's Day, U.S. Census Bureau Projects

The Census Bureau is also projecting that in January there will be 4.3 births and 2 deaths per second worldwide.

Cancer Survivor Who Inspired Millions With Wave & Smile Donates Locks To Someone Like Her

Nine-year-old Rose Evenson recently donated her hair to a nonprofit that provides wigs to kids in need.

MACV Helps Longest-Running Homeless Veteran Arrive At A Place To Call Home

WCCO's Reg Chapman shares how MACV finally got one of the longest-running veterans off the homeless registry.

Car Wedged In Minneapolis Snowbank Quickly Becoming Tourist Attraction

How do you think it got up there? More importantly, how would you get it out?

He Testified On Behalf Of George Floyd's Killer. Now His Decisions As Maryland Medical Examiner Are Being Reviewed.

Fowler testified it was impossible to say what killed Floyd.

Twin Cities Nonprofit Seeks Public's Help To Fight Child Hunger During Holidays

This month, the Twin Cities non-profit Every served it's 10 millionth meal to a Minnesota kid in need.

Minnesota Mom And Foster Care Advocate Gets Life-Changing Surprise

Bella says she found faith along the way and stayed the course. She met a man in California who became a friend, then something more.

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Visits Twin Cities

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud spoke at the Minneapolis Convention Center Thursday night.

Nurses Expected To Share Results Of Contract Vote Wednesday

Thousands of nurses cast their vote on whether to ratify their deals with hospitals on Friday and Tuesday.

Snowy Metrodome Roof Collapse Happened 12 Years Ago

It happened on Dec. 12, 2010, causing the next Vikings game to be moved to Detroit.

Minnesotans' Massive Antique Pump Organ Collection Spans Neighboring Homes

The popularity of the pump organ died off, but for a Wabasha County man they just might be the future.

Hilton Minneapolis To Be Sold At Foreclosure Auction

The 826-room hotel will be sold to the highest cash bidder at a public auction at the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office on Jan. 13.

"There's Not A Lot Of Options": Metro Homeless Encampments Grow As Temperatures Drop, Shelters Fill Up

Despite removal and sheltering efforts, several encampments have grown in size in recent weeks.

In Perham, A Historic Church-Turned-Restaurant Honors And Preserves Its Past

​In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how they transformed a beloved church into a beloved restaurant.