Recovery Plus Youth Residence Set to Open [AUDIO]
Recovery Plus is opening a new facility that places the focus on alcohol and substance abuse among youth.
Salvation Army Seeks Donations For Oklahoma Tornado Victims
The Salvation Army is looking for donations to help the people affected by yesterday's deadly tornadoes in Moore, Oklahoma.
Memorial Day Event Planned for Former Verso Workers [AUDIO]
An event is being planned for this Monday to observe the one-year anniversary of the explosion and fire at the Verso Paper Mill. The event will start at about 10:30 a.m. at Veterans Park, following the traditional Memorial Day Ceremony at 9:00 a.m.
Chronic Pain Affects Growing Number of Minnesota Veterans
Thousands of Minnesota soldiers are returning from war with chronic pain from injuries that leave many of them impaired and even disabled. An analysis of Department of Veterans Affairs data shows a steep increase in such injuries over the last decade.
St. Cloud Metro Unemployment Rate Drops in April
The unemployment rate for the St. Cloud metro dropped last month. The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development says our unemployment rate is now at 5.8 percent.
Disc Golf Season In Full Swing After Late Thaw [AUDIO]
Courses are typically in public parks, in wooded areas with nice trails for walking, making it a good family sport.
Minnesota Lawmakers Wrap Up Historic Session
Minnesota lawmakers have adjourned a session that produced $2 billion in tax hikes and a historic vote on gay marriage. The gavel fell late Monday night after a frenetic final push to wrap up major issues.
ST. CLOUD NEWS
Recovery Plus Youth Residence Set to Open [AUDIO]
Recovery Plus is opening a new facility that places the focus on alcohol and substance abuse...
STATE
Legislature To Help Pay Mpls. Downtown Library...
The state of Minnesota will give Minneapolis about $33 million over several years to help pay...
Sports
SCSU Coach Dolan Wraps Up Season [AUDIO]
St. Cloud State’s baseball program has been among the most successful teams in the country over ...
THE LATEST
One Person Killed in Head On Collision in Wright County
The Minnesota State Patrol says a 66-year-old Howard Lake man is dead after a head on collision. The incident happened just before 12:30 p.m. this (Tuesday) afternoon on Highway 12 at 12th Avenue.
Minnesota Day Care Provider Charged in Baby’s Death...
A day care provider in Dakota County is charged with manslaughter in the death of a 3-month-old boy who died in her care last July.
Parents of Slain Student: Justice Will Be Served
The parents of slain University of North Dakota student Dru Sjodin say the man convicted of killing their daughter isn't the only person who received a death sentence.
2nd Teen Pleads Guilty in Minneapolis Boy’s Death
A second teenager has pleaded guilty in the shooting death of a 5-year-old boy who was killed by a stray bullet in north Minneapolis. Sixteen-year-old Julian Anderson pleaded guilty as an adult Tuesday...
Medtronic Cuts 2,000 Jobs Worldwide, 500 in Minnesota
Medical device maker Medtronic confirms it is eliminating 2,000 jobs worldwide, including 500 in Minnesota. About half of the jobs being eliminated are in the U.S.
Villard Man Killed in Crash in Pope County
There was a deadly crash in Pope county this (Tuesday) morning. The Minnesota State Patrol says the incident happened just before 10:30 a.m. at the intersection of Highway 28 and 150th Street, south of...
Minnesota Leaders Recap Legislative Session
Gov. Mark Dayton and Democratic legislative leaders call the just-finished session a success and say they accomplished what they set out to do.
Chronic Pain Affects Growing Number of Minnesota Veterans
Thousands of Minnesota soldiers are returning from war with chronic pain from injuries that leave many of them impaired and even disabled. An analysis of Department of Veterans Affairs data shows a steep...
Minnesota Farmers Plant 70 Percent of Corn Crop
Favorable weather has helped Minnesota farmers catch up from a late start to get 70 percent of their corn crop planted. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's weekly crops and weather report for Minnesota...
Disc Golf Season In Full Swing After Late Thaw [AUDIO]
Disc Golf is a sport played with specialized frisbees, which are thrown into chain link lined baskets from distances up to 400 yards away. Players use lighter discs for driving, and heavier ones for putting....
Hearing Scheduled in Motion for Rodriguez Appeal
Federal prosecutors want the notes of mental health professionals who examined a man convicted of killing of a University of North Dakota student more than nine years ago.
Twins Bats Quiet In Loss To Atlanta Monday
The Twins again struggled with runners in scoring position in a 5-1 loss at Atlanta Monday night. Josh Willingham’s solo home run in the ninth inning was the Twins’ only run of the game. Minnesota struggled a...
Minnesota Lawmakers Wrap Up Historic Session
Minnesota lawmakers have adjourned a session that produced $2 billion in tax hikes and a historic vote on gay marriage. The gavel fell late Monday night after a frenetic final push to wrap up major issues....
Minnesota Legislature Allows Beer Sales in Capitol
Your favorite brew may soon be available for purchase at the state Capitol. The Legislature passed a bill Monday that includes a provision that directs the city of St. Paul to issue and on-sale wine and...
Minnesota Legislature Backs Excuse-Free Absentee Votes
The Legislature has sent Gov. Mark Dayton a bill that lets anyone vote by absentee ballot without being forced to provide an excuse. Current state law requires voters to attest one of a handful of justifications...
Minnesota Teen Whose Farewell Song Became Web Hit Dies...
A Minnesota teenager whose song "Clouds" became an Internet sensation has died after battling a rare form of bone cancer. Zach Sobiech of Lakeland died Monday at his home, according to a CaringBridge...
Body Found In trunk of Towed Car in Minnesota
Authorities are investigating the discovery of a body in the trunk of a car towed from Brooklyn Park to a wrecker lot near downtown Minneapolis.
Number of People Sickened by Raw Cheese up to 25
Minnesota health officials say more than two-dozen people have been sickened by eating raw Mexican-style cheese. The Minnesota Department of Health said Monday at least 25 Minnesotans became sick with...
LOCAL NEWS
Legacy Money Goes to Central MN Parks & Trails
WJON News On Demand: Tuesday, 5/21/13 — Afternoon News
Lane Closures Slated for Highway 23 West of Foley
Burning Restrictions Lifted in Central MN Counties
Salvation Army Seeks Donations For Oklahoma Tornado Victims
Memorial Day Event Planned for Former Verso Workers [AUDIO]
Metro Bus Offers Free Summer Rides For Kids
St. Cloud Metro Unemployment Rate Drops in April
Work on Veterans Drive to Slow Traffic Wednesday
Todd County Investigating Hit & Run
More Temporary Bypass Lanes to Open on Highway 15 Project