Hudson Man Left Puzzled After Bowling Ball-Sized Piece Of Ice Falls Into His Home

"I got up, looked out the window, 'I got to get out there.'" Piche said. "It sounded like something blew up – like, major blow up."

TikTok And Climate Change May Shrink Minnesota's Walleye Limit

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking public input on a proposal to reduce the statewide possession limit.

Our Cold Snap Could Harm Your Plants, Here's How To Protect Them

It was light jackets and special care at one Minneapolis nursery on Saturday, and some minor preparation around the lot.

Tiny Bites, Big Problems: Tick Season Returns To Minnesota

Tick season has begun in Minnesota, and some illnesses caused by bites can be severe or even life-threatening.

Aspiring Homeowners Struggling As Down Payments, Closing Costs Present Obstacles

Home sales in the Twin Cities and statewide are down about 5% year to year, according to the latest reports.

Thousands In Metro Area Without Power Wednesday Morning Due To Spring Snowstorm

Thousands of people in Minnesota are without power Wednesday morning as a spring snowstorm brought several inches of snow to the area.

Why Do Our Homes Make Noise In Cold Weather?

As winter's wind howls outside, a symphony of clangs, bangs, and creaks, tremble through homes and befuddle those living in them.

Rural Minnesota Farmers Struggling With Onslaught Of Rain

"We're struggling, obviously. We struggled to get planted. We are now struggling to keep the crop alive," said Owen Gohlke of Goldkey Farms.

Snake Season In MN: Venomous Species, How To Spot Them

As Minnesotans migrate outside to enjoy the summer months, many snakes will be doing the same.

Creepy, Invasive Crayfish Confirmed In MN

In addition to being transported by people, the signal crayfish can crawl over land at night and during wet weather, the DNR said.

Stink Bugs Are Chewing Through MN Gardens: What To Do

Their preferred diet comes from fruit orchards, ornamental trees and garden vegetables like tomatoes, peppers and sweet corn.

Spongy Moth Caterpillars May Be Eating MN Trees Right Now

Established in 2014, a federal spongy moth quarantine​ exists for Minnesota's Lake and Cook counties.

Tick-Borne Babesiosis In MN: What To Know As Illnesses Increase

The disease's endemic status in both Minnesota and Wisconsin means it's a constant presence and residents need to take precautions.

Construction Crews Warn Ice Dams Could Cause Damage To Homes Well Into Spring

Snow that melts from the roof makes its way down to the overhang of the roof, where it freezes.

More Extreme Weather Driving Increased Homeowners Insurance Premiums, Industry Official Tells Minn. House Panel

Minnesota homeowners insurance premiums have soared by nearly 400% in the last two decades.

Tips To Prevent Melting Ice From Leaking Into Your Home's Foundation

Wednesday's nice weather was an opportunity to take care of all the ice and snow around your home.

Lineworkers Fighting Fatigue To Get Power Back On For Some Twin Cities Residents

The storm hit power lines in Eagan, Burnsville and Farmington. About 1,000 people were out of power after the storm.

Don Shelby Takes WCCO For Tour Of Almost No-Waste, No-Fossil Fuels House

"There was a house, an 1890s cabin, on this property. Every usable stick that was in that house is in the side of this house," Shelby said.

One-Of-A-Kind Garden In Central Minnesota Highlights Ojibwe Culture, Sense Of Beauty

"I decided I would want a simple shape for it, and I would like it in the shape of a goose," Foss said.

One-Of-A-Kind Garden In Central Minnesota Highlights Ojibwe Culture, Sense Of Beauty

But from a bird's-eye view, you see that her forest is shaped like a goose.

Good Question: When Should You Water Your Lawn?

The idea is to see which grasses (all available at local stores) do the best under drought-stressed environments.

Yellow, Crispy Lawn's Got You Down? Try This Tuna Can Trick

It's no secret the summer sun can be hard on grass, but Adam S. Pierre of Diamond Cut Lawn Care says this year is different.

How To Help Your Crispy Lawn During Our June Drought

We've only had an inch of rain this month, which is nearly 3.5 inches below average.

It's Not Too Late To Start Your Gardening

Shayla Reaves gets some tips from a horticulture expert.

Invasive 'Jumping Worms' In MN: What To Know

Unlike other earthworms, invasive jumping worms can clone themselves as they eat away at leaf litter that makes soil productive.

Onions Recalled In MN, Other States For Salmonella Risk

The recall affects whole, fresh onions sold to distributors, restaurants and grocery stores in all 50 states.

Xcel Hike Would Raise MN Electric Bills Nearly 20 Percent: Report

The rate hike is needed to fund infrastructure investments, according to Xcel Energy.

Here's How To Ensure Your Furnace Is Winter-Ready

Marcus Mernaugh, an HVAC technician with Blue Ox Heating and Air, says he went on about a dozen service calls this weekend.

Minnesotans To Pay $165 More This Winter For Heat: Xcel

Inflation and pandemic-related supply chain are to blame for the nationwide spike in natural gas costs.

5 Insects Making A Beeline For MN Houses Right Now

Boxelder bugs are one of the five fall invaders you are likely to see in Minnesota.

10-Digit Dialing Will Change How Minnesotans Makes Local Calls

A switch to a three-digit suicide crisis hotline will change how people in 82 area codes, including in Minnesota, call their neighbors

Stink Bugs In MN: How To Stop Them Before They Smell Up Your Home

Brown marmorated stink bugs, which have been detected in Minnesota and 46 others, are trying to crawl into your house for the winter.

Why Are Weeds Growing So Well In The Drought?

We wanted to know: Why are weeds growing so well in the drought? And how can we stop them?

How Can People Limit Water Use At Home? Do Small Changes Make A Difference?

How can people limit water use at home? And do those small changes actually make a difference? Good Question.

MN Doubles Financial Assistance To Cover Winter Utility Costs

Emergency funds can be used to pay past-due power bills, get emergency heating fuel, have energy services reconnected and more.

DNR Warns Minnesotans Of 'Destructive' Jumping Worms

"They make rich soil more like coffee grounds. They eat plant roots, damaging garden plants and sod," says Laura Van Riper of the DNR.

Walleye Egg Take A 'Success' Despite Squeeze Of Late Ice-Out

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources runs the largest walleye hatchery operation in the United States.

New Firewood Rules Aim To Protect Minnesota Forests

More rules were needed thanks to new quarantine boundaries created for the invasive gypsy moth and emerald ash borer.