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Minnesota's wet summer so far has been the dreariest in over 40 years
MINNEAPOLIS — It's no secret that Minnesota has been lacking in sunshine as of late. In fact, it's been one of the dreariest first halves of meteorological summer on record in the Twin Cities.But first, what does "dreary" mean when it comes to weather? WCCO's NEXT Weather team is defining that as days with at least some rainfall. And there have been a lot of those days so far this year. According to data from the National Weather Service, there have been 30 days with rain between June 1 and July 15 in the Twin Cities. That's already enough to...
Local officials work toward new rules as cannabis comes to town
BEMIDJI — Since last summer’s legalization of the recreational use of cannabis in Minnesota, local governments have continued to grapple with the “where” and “when” of weed businesses coming to town. While tribal nations in the state are leading the way with official dispensaries...
Minnesota Power and MNL Introduces New Mowing Method
DULUTH, Minn.– As time goes on, we learn more and more about sustainable living. Minnesota Power partnered up with Minnesota Native Landscapes to try out sheep grazing. The Jean Duluth Solar spans 8.5 acres. And it is filled with precious native plants, pollinator plants, as well as other vegetation.
Minnesota political leaders call for unity in wake of Donald Trump assassination attempt
MINNEAPOLIS — The Republican National Convention is now underway in Milwaukee. Following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, there are calls for unity and toning down divisive rhetoric.After the assassination attempt, Trump wrote on social media, "In this moment it is more important than ever that we stand United."And it's not just happening at the national level — Sen. Amy Klobuchar is among the Minnesota leaders calling for a reset in our conversations."Some of the political rhetoric gets out of hand," Klobuchar said. "That is something, but it goes beyond that. It's also individual citizens, they have to...
Evictions in the Twin Cities persist since COVID-19 pandemic
Minnesota is one of the top states in the country when it comes to evictions. According to national data, the Twin Cities are second in the nation in eviction increases since before the pandemic, with nearly 12,000 filings in just the last year.
Lawyers for transgender powerlifter say Minnesota Supreme Court will hear gender discrimination case
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Supreme Court will soon hear the case involving athlete JayCee Cooper, who alleges USA Powerlifting discriminated against her because she is a transgender woman.Gender Justice, the legal and policy advocacy group whose attorneys represent Cooper, announced on Monday that the high court added the case to its docket last week.Cooper and her legal team allege USA Powerlifting violated the Minnesota Human Rights Act when it denied her entry into its women's competitions in 2018, and denied her petition to allow her to use the gender dysphoria medication spironolactone.In 2019, Cooper filed and then withdrew a complaint...
Search Warrants Turn Up Haul of Stolen Property
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Law enforcement agencies in West Central Minnesota released information Tuesday about a number of stolen items that they recovered last month. On June 25th agents with The West Central Minnesota Drug and Violent Crime Task Force gathered information that lead to the execution of two search warrants in Pope County and an additional search warrant in Grant County.
Section of Plymouth Ave. renamed to honor longtime Minneapolis activist
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - A section of Plymouth Avenue North in Minneapolis was dedicated in honor of longtime civil rights activist Spike Moss. Plymouth Avenue from Newton Avenue to Lyndale Avenue will now be known as "Spike Moss Way." The name change was approved by the Minneapolis City Council and...
44 years after career, Bobby Bryant to be inducted into Vikings Ring of Honor
It's been more than four decades since Bobby Bryant was intercepting passes for the terrific Minnesota Vikings defenses of the 1960s and '70s, and now at the age of 80 he will experience life in the team's Ring of Honor.
T.J. Hockenson updates his ACL recovery, says J.J. McCarthy is a 'baller'
T.J. Hockenson will be in Minnesota for Vikings training camp beginning July 26 but he'll still be rehabbing the torn ACL and MCL that he suffered when Lions safety Kerby Joseph hit him in his right knee on Dec. 24.
Team USA Coach Identifies What 'Killed' Lynx Vs. Caitlin Clark, Fever
Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve, who also happens to be the head coach of the USA women's basketball team, admitted that her WNBA team lacked offensively in their showdown against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever. For those who missed it, Clark and Co. took down the Lynx during their Sunday ...
$2,500 reward offered for information after cat allegedly thrown out of 12th floor apartment in Minneapolis
There’s a new $2,500 reward being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of whoever allegedly threw a cat from a 12th-floor apartment balcony in Minneapolis.
Vikings’ 2024 Win Total Prediction Is Somewhat Unanimous
The Minnesota Vikings embark on a new era this September, the first season without Kirk Cousins at QB1 since 2018. Vikings’ 2024 Win Total Prediction Is Somewhat Unanimous. With Cousins around for half the season last year (he fell victim to an Achilles tear), Minnesota won seven games and missed the postseason after remaining relevant all the way to halftime of a Week 18 game at the Detroit Lions.
Veteran point guard with Timberwolves connection could work on Minnesota roster
The presence of veterans in the NBA may have diminished in recent years, but that does not mean that the value of having them on a roster has. As it currently stands, one of the only remaining needs for the Minnesota Timberwolves' roster is a backup ball-handling guard. After the...
St. Cloud Man Accused of Pointing Loaded Handgun at Kids
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- A St. Cloud man faces two felony charges of 2nd-degree assault with a dangerous weapon after an incident involving a handgun. According to the charges filed in Stearns County District Court, 41-year-old Corey Self is accused of pointing a loaded handgun at two kids. St....
Man Witnessed Cutting Copper Pipes and Wiring in St. Cloud
The St. Cloud Police Department are reporting a burglary on the 400 block of 1st Avenue South. Alicia Mages from Tri-County Crime Stoppers says a witness interrupted a bearded white male inside a vacant building cutting copper pipes and wiring. She says the suspect fled the scene before police arrived. The suspect was further described as wearing a blue shirt with dark colored shorts and left the area in a maroon car.
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