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Dogs can help reduce stress and anxiety. Experts have found some breeds are better than others. Here are adoptable Rochester dogs that fit those breeds.

If you watched American Idol this season, you already know the winner with the powerhouse voice. Now she’s bringing that same energy to Rochester for a special night!

The successful challenge to a ban on binary triggers has also prompted a challenge to Minnesota's Paid Family and Medical Leave program.

In Minnesota, speeding tickets aren't just a slap on the wrist anymore—they’re hitting drivers where it hurts most: their wallets and their sense of safety.

The criminal complaint, filed in Olmsted County Court on Tuesday, says the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office responded to the motorcycle accident on Saturday.

Rochester's popular free splash pad at Lincolnshire Park just opened...but is already temporarily out of service. Here's the timeline when it is supposed to reopen.

In February, Google announced Pine Island as the future home for one of its data centers.

This week, a familiar musical word is tripping up Minnesotans—how does your spelling stack up against this Hawaiian favorite?

The decision followed a move by the state legislature that would have allowed the college to enter a long-term lease with the City of Rochester.

The Rochester Honkers are opting out of their Mayo Field lease, but they are going out with a bang by introducing "The Landing Zone" tailgate party for the 2026 season.

When summer finally arrives in Minnesota, it hits differently than anywhere else. Here are the moments that make surviving winter completely worth it.

It was estimated that he was speeding at around 90 mph just before the fatal collision.

Rochester police say he was arrested after officers found him hiding under the deck at his home a few blocks away from where the shooting occurred.

There are new season passes available that are valid at both Rochester, MN pools: Soldiers Field Aquatic Center and the new Silver Lake Pool.

Gooseberry Falls State Park in Two Harbors, MN is a beautiful state park, and it has now been named the best state park in the US.

Minnesota's roads are getting some serious love in a recent study—find out where they stand among the nation’s best.

Shortly after getting the shooting call, law enforcement learned a vehicle had crashed into a townhome.

Authorities announced that 22-year-old Elijah Michael McCumber was missing on Saturday. He was last seen shortly before 7:30 Friday.

Minnesota's Air National Guard shot down an unidentified object in 2023 over Lake Huron. The video of the encounter has been released.

As the school bells ring for the last time, memories of long summer days come flooding back—who else remembers the thrill of the ice cream truck?

A chilling detail missing from Netflix’s 'The Crash' could make the case against Mackenzie Shirilla seem even more deliberate.

Donald Newhouse, a key figure in the Condé Nast empire, has died at 96 after decades in the media industry.

5 of 11 of Wisconsin's turtle species carry some level of protected status, and road mortality is a leading causes of turtle population decline. Here's why you're seeing them on the roads now, and what the DNR wants you to do about it.

The comedian is opening up about a date with a celebrity chef that apparently left a very bad impression.

‘House of the Dragon’ is back, and Larry David has a new show.

When hitting the trails this season, it’s the little things that make a big difference for everyone riding through the dust and dirt.

Sir Paul McCartney sees echoes of his past in Taylor Swift's rise. The parallels are striking.

Imagine living in a world where your vision is limited—Anne Hathaway shares her remarkable journey from darkness to clarity after surgery.

With summer travel looming, even the recent drop in gas prices might not last. Local drivers may want to fill up soon.

Ever wonder what happens backstage at SNL? Two stars share their playful tactics to keep the mood light, even when the jokes don’t land quite right.

That electric atmosphere at Lambeau Field was something else. Just wait until you hear how many fans showed up for Luke Combs' record-setting weekend.

Can you believe there are thousands just sitting there? Two big lottery prizes from the Minnesota Millionaire raffle still waiting to be claimed.

The State Patrol responded to the deadly crash shortly after 3:30 p.m. Authorities are investigating whether or not alcohol was involved.

Imagine a place where you can find nearly 12,000 lakes, each with its own story to tell. That’s Minnesota for you; here are the largest lakes in the North Star State.

U.S. News released its much-anticipated new rankings of the 250 best places to live in the U.S. Eight Wisconsin cities made the list, including Appleton, Wausau, and more. Here's where each ranked and what makes them special.

Rochester Police Department Communications Coordinator Amanda Grayson says officers responded to the gunfire around 10:45 Sunday night.

Guy simply couldn't believe that such an authentic dish was being served at a Minnesota restaurant.

A recent popular theory has people rethinking how they sit in Adirondack chairs.

The State Patrol responded to the fatality shortly before 12:20 p.m. Neither one of the drivers had passengers.

Rochester police used cell phone tracking data to obtain a search warrant.

A news release issued by the healthcare provider says Paula and Randy Ringhaver of St. Augustine, FL donated $75 million to Mayo’s campus in Jacksonville.

From restaurants shaped like UFOs to those serving mouth-watering menu items we need in the U.S., here is a look at fascinating McDonald's locations from around the world.

Rochester residents are reporting a bizarre new trend of finding processed cheese on their cars. Find out what the TikTok "cheesing" challenge is and how to protect your paint.

$8 million provided by the legislation has been dedicated to a long-term plan to transform the Hwy. 14 corridor from Rochester to Byron into a freeway.

A year ago, the Rochester area experienced a job growth rate of more than 5%.

Time to plan a road-trip and do a little taste-testing!

Another local team convicted in the case was sent to prison.

Want to experience BTS LIVE in concert at AT&T Stadium this summer?

Seriously, you need to stop doing these things before no one shows up the next time you invite people over for a cookout.

Good weather + great food = patio season in Rochester. These top-rated outdoor dining spots are calling your name — and a few might surprise you.

The products have been linked to the hospitalizations of more than 2 dozen people nationwide, including 5 in Minnesota.

You can't say you love coffee if you've never been on a Caffeine Crawl. Lucky for you, there is one happening in Minnesota this summer...and it is stopping at 6 coffee shops. I went to one last year...trust me, you'll love it!

The child's father was also charged with 2nd-degree manslaughter.

A big summer activity in Minnesota is hitting the pools and lakes in the area. But there are certain swimsuit colors that are more dangerous than others.