RPU Moves Ahead on Rate Hike, 100% Renewable Energy GoalRPU Moves Ahead on Rate Hike, 100% Renewable Energy GoalRPU Board members approved a resolution affirming the commitment Tuesday. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Rochester City Council to Get First Look at 2026 BudgetRochester City Council to Get First Look at 2026 BudgetStaff will present the elected leaders with the recommendation during a study session.TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Electric Rates in Rochester Could Rise 30% Over 5 Years Electric Rates in Rochester Could Rise 30% Over 5 Years The proposed rate hikes are significantly tied to higher-than-expected costs associated with Rochester's 2030 clean energy goal.Andy BrownellAndy Brownell
Severe Storms Bring 70+mph Wind Gusts to Southeast MinnesotaSevere Storms Bring 70+mph Wind Gusts to Southeast MinnesotaThe strong storms were fueled by high heat and humidity on Monday. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Watch Out: These Door-to-Door Solar Sales Are Illegal in MinnesotaWatch Out: These Door-to-Door Solar Sales Are Illegal in MinnesotaResidents are being urged to hit the brakes on certain solar sales pitches. The risks might be higher than you think.Aaron GallowayAaron Galloway
Fire Breaks Out at RPU SubstationFire Breaks Out at RPU SubstationResponding firefighters found heavy smoke coming from a large structure containing a gas-powered turbine.TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Update: RPU Lifts Boil Water Advisory for Homes After Main BreakUpdate: RPU Lifts Boil Water Advisory for Homes After Main BreakThe advisory follows the closure of the busy street after a contractor broke a water main on Wednesday afternoon. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Closures Start Monday in Rochester Park for Utility ProjectClosures Start Monday in Rochester Park for Utility ProjectRPU says the project will allow the utility provider to serve load growth for downtown Rochester and southern Rochester. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
National Weather Service Confirms Tornado Damage in Winona CountyNational Weather Service Confirms Tornado Damage in Winona CountyParts of Rochester saw 2.5 inches of rain.Andy BrownellAndy Brownell
Thousands Lost Power When Severe Storms Hit Rochester AreaThousands Lost Power When Severe Storms Hit Rochester AreaIt appears the worst storm damage was in Winona County.Andy BrownellAndy Brownell