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The Minnesota State Fair's Specialty Sips have been announced for 2026. It's all of the new alcoholic (and mocktail) drinks for this year's fair.

Rochester police responded to the incident Sunday morning. The victim told officers she had been attacked in her home.

Somewhere in Coon Rapids, someone is sitting on a $34 million secret — and under Minnesota law, they can keep it that way.

Charges were filed against the man arrested on Tuesday.

Minnesota just added something new to its highway construction zones — and it's watching closer than most drivers probably realize.

West Concord’s 41st Annual Survival Days features live music, food trucks, tractor pulls, and the return of the hilarious Wife Carrying Contest. Get details and sign up!

Join LSS Youth Services for a free Community BBQ in Rochester on July 22nd with food, slushies, a dunk tank, and a youth pantry drive.

The State Patrol responded to the two-vehicle crash shortly after 2 p.m. The drivers were the only people involved in the collision.

The busy street is scheduled to have mill and overlay work done next Spring. City council members considered three configurations ahead of Monday night’s vote.

Adidas is opening a location in the Mall of America this fall. It will be their first full-price Brand Concept store in Minnesota.

37-year-old Shiloh Marie Hendrix is charged with two misdemeanor counts of disorderly conduct.

The victim in the case is under the age of 14, the court document indicates.

Mannheim Steamroller has been filling holiday shows for over 35 years — and they're heading back to Mystic Lake this December with 15 musicians and more than 20 instruments.

Minnesota has handed out over 76,000 lottery prizes a day — every single day. That number alone says something about how many people are quietly holding their breath over a scratch ticket.

Plant Bingo has become one of the most talked-about summer activities. Here's where you can find upcoming events near Rochester.

Crumbl's latest giveaway could be one of the sweetest freebies of the summer. Here are the cookie flavors that are available and when to grab this deal.

She was taken to the Mankato hospital to be treated for minor injuries and prolonged exposure to the elements.

The mass shooting occurred outside an event center on Hennepin Avenue.

Minnesota may give duck hunters a simpler choice: three ducks a day of any species or sex, instead of the current six-duck limit and its species-by-species rules. The DNR is taking public comments through August 17. Here's how to weigh in.

With over $1 billion at stake, California and Minnesota find themselves in a tense standoff over Medicaid payments—let’s take a closer look at the details behind this decision.

In a year with a lot of big hits, these were the ones that were not.

“It’s going to be great.”

Bateman’s journey from leopard print to long-term sobriety is as wild as it sounds. Who knew cheap champagne could lead to such a transformation?

With a daughter caught in the middle, Jelly Roll's divorce reveals the complexity of family life under the spotlight.

In a surprising twist, Kelly Clarkson’s Las Vegas show took a detour through a foodborne mishap. It's a reminder that even stars have their off days.

The number of homes for sale in Minnesota is now trending in a good direction for homebuyers. If you've been waiting to buy, here's why this summer might finally be your window.

A Lotto America ticket sold at a gas station in Minnesota just won a record $34.12 million. The winner hasn't come forward yet, could it be you?

The X-Men, Camp Rock 3, Sofia the First, and more.

What do you expect people to do? Not scream on a roller coaster?

This movie has interesting resonances with all of Nolan’s earlier work.

Did you know the current air quality in your area can be right at your fingertips? Here are 5 free apps to check conditions and protect your health.

Success doesn't always equal happiness; Jim Parsons sheds light on his struggles behind the beloved sitcom facade.

Wouldn't it be nice to stop changing our clocks twice a year? The problem is, sunrises would be later in the morning. For much of the winter, kids would be walking to school or waiting at the bus stop in the dark.

One of the victims lost his life. A total of 13 people were wounded in two shootings on Sunday.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued an Air Quality Alert for fine particles pollution. The Air Quality Index (AQI) is expected to reach the Red or Unhealthy category.

Nearly 80,000 acres of forest in northern Minnesota have been consumed by the fires.

Minnesota's overall job growth rate vastly outperformed the nation as a whole.

He was wanted on an active arrest warrant will police found in the drugs.

Some of the chains will close a handful of locations while others are ceasing operations entirely.

The Rochester Fire Department says the home suffered significant structural damage.

From stunning original arched doorways to a completely remodeled chef's kitchen, see why this jaw-dropping 1925 property is the ultimate Pill Hill dream home.

How much did you weigh when you were born?

The original police response was to a report of a man who was threatened with a gun after he was assaulted while walking his child home from school.

The Northwoods League team is currently playing its final season at Mayo Field. The team opted out of its lease at the ballpark prior to the start of the season.

This number stopped me in my tracks: About 120,000 Minnesotans are living with Alzheimer's. Chances are, someone you know has been affected. Here's how you can support local families at an upcoming event in Rochester.

If you love coffee, you are going to get excited about this...there is a brand new spot in Rochester to grab a cup. Here's what you need to know about the new Medalist Coffee.

The case also went to trial in October 2024.

He is also charged with selling methamphetamine to a police informant last winter.

Rochester River Rides is open for the summer, perfect for a hot weekend. Hop on the Zumbro River right from Rochester, MN and enjoy a relaxing float.

The Rochester, MN 4th of July fireworks show didn't go as planned. Now, a make-up date for the show has been scheduled for Labor Day weekend.

A tiny town of 233 people in far western Minnesota once hit 115 degrees — and that number has never been touched in over a century.

Although set in the past, Christopher Nolan’s ancient epic is very much about our world.

Benny Blanco is swapping planes for a boat, crossing the ocean to celebrate Selena Gomez’s big day. Love really knows no bounds, or in this case, no skies!

An Egyptian spiny-tailed lizard at the Mall of America just weighed in on the World Cup final — and apparently, reptiles have opinions about soccer.