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For the third year, Downtown Dazzle will light up Rochester, MN with their free, family-friendly, holiday lighted parade. Here are the details for 2026.

A crash report released by the State Patrol says two cars collided at the intersection of Hwy. 14 and Hwy. 42 in Eyota Tuesday night.

The missing man's boat was found near a Wisconsin State Park in the backwaters of the Mississippi River.

Starting in October, Minnesota's Cold Weather Rule kicks in.

Rochester just beat out Minneapolis and St. Paul as Minnesota's best city for renters, and the numbers back it up.

The criminal complaint, filed in Olmsted County Court on Thursday, says Rochester police responded to a residence on the report of a sexual assault on the night of September 23.

Southeastern Minnesota residents will continue to see the highest premiums in the state.

Warm late summer weather created the perfect conditions for boxelder bugs to thrive across Minnesota this year.

Statewide authorities issued over 51,000 speeding tickets during the “100 deadliest days” traffic enforcement campaign, which ran from May 1 through September 7.

The 41-year-old Educational Support Professional faces a felony count of session of child pornography.

Some of the charges carry sentences of up to 5 years in prison.

The shooting and carjacking occurred after he pleaded guilty in the home invasion case and was awaiting sentencing.

The request for a federal investigation covers 16 Minnesota public school districts.

See fall colors in a unique way by hopping on a train in Osceola, WI (just over the Minnesota border) and taking a ride through the St. Croix River Valley.

A manager at the store told police a man had urinated in the store and threatened to shoot and kill others, including children, the complaint says.

One hidden gem near Duluth is getting national attention for being wildly underrated. The Quarry at Giants Ridge just cracked America's best-kept-secret courses.

The new entryway is expected to become operational in early October.

Gangsters, bullet holes, and rumors of bodies buried beneath the floor? This Minnesota destination has a past that sounds like a Hollywood crime thriller, and HGTV says it's the creepiest place in the state. Would YOU take a tour?

At first glance, they look a lot like your average ladybugs, but they’re not the same.. and they will bite you.

Minnesota’s ghost towns are like eerie time capsules - once thriving, now abandoned. From crumbling buildings to faded signs, these places still tell haunting stories.

An update to a GoFundMe page set up by his friend indicates he’s still facing challenges despite being released from the hospital.

Students in the Rochester Public School District have done something that has not been achieved in 14 years.

The drivers were the only people involved in the collision.

Premier Bank Minnesota is consolidating its North Broadway branch into its new Highway 52 & 37th Street location in Rochester by Dec. 31, 2026.

Have you ever noticed the cement pillar that's along the trail around Cascade Lake in Rochester? It's not just a random pillar, it does represent something.

After announcing in August that they would be closing before the end of the year, Thesis Beer Project in Rochester, MN has officially closed its doors.

Officials say the semi-truck was exiting I-35W when the deadly collision occurred.

The State Patrol reported that the road surface was wet at the time of the crash.

Whether you believe in ghosts or not, the lingering sense of something supernatural keeps you on edge, turning a simple overnight stay into a spine-chilling adventure.

Minnesota homeowners should know the rules for disposing of leaves and other yard waste before tossing them in the trash this fall.

The leaves are changing and snow could be next. The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts chilly weather and periods of snow in October - here's when.

Dolly is incredibly deserving of such an honor.

There is a new dating show headed to television, but it’s already ruffling feathers before it even begins! Chris Harrison’s new dating show, The Vow, is set to premiere Nov. 11 on Fox Nation. However, according to the Hollywood Reporter, Warner Bros. Television...

Waite Park police arrested a domestic assault suspect Wednesday after he rammed multiple squad cars during a slow-speed chase through town.

'My kids right now, I think...there's a lot behind that, but yeah, I think that would rock their boat a little bit,' Clarkson says.

A Little Falls man was struck by a train Wednesday evening near 9th Avenue and Lindbergh Drive. Authorities are still working to understand what happened.

Rockford's Beef-a-Roo comeback is getting closer. Work is underway at the first location expected to reopen, and there's now an official social media presence for what's coming next.

Two vehicles collided on Highway 15 near Dassel Thursday morning, leaving both drivers with injuries that weren't life-threatening.

Rockford identified several problem areas for pedestrians and cyclists after studying a decade of crashes, including 53 fatalities between 2015 and 2025.

Packers fans can live practically next door to Lambeau Field for $1.6 million. The Green Bay home's incredible location could also offer money-making possibilities.

Visa issues for international students and fewer high school graduates are reshaping St. Cloud State's enrollment picture heading into the next decade.

St. Cloud State is ranking among the safest campuses in the nation, according to new data analysis from university leadership.

Thielen Meats bacon from Little Falls is now showing up at Jerry's and Cub Foods across the Twin Cities. Local quality going metro.

Notice how it's getting darker earlier? October shaves off about two and a half minutes of daylight every single day.

With "James 1:17 (Jesus Is King)," Kid Rock full sends the start of a new chapter in his life.

Minnesota's apple orchards and cideries turn fall into the perfect excuse to get outside and taste what local farmers have been growing all year.

Local comedian Maria Bamford's new Netflix documentary goes beyond the laughs, diving into her personal struggles with mental health and bipolar disorder.

Eric Church is reuniting with Kenny Chesney in 2027 for a very special tour.

The Farmers Almanac is calling November for first snow in our region, but don't be surprised if winter throws an early curveball.

An Iowa high school teacher was fired after school officials said she offered students extra credit in exchange for donating money to her personal GoFundMe account.

St. Cloud State's community garden is throwing a harvest party this Saturday, and neighbors are invited to grab ice cream and music while celebrating 20 years of growing together.

A massive animal rescue happened in Marshall County.

New York Mills is throwing its third annual pickle party this October, and it's got everything from contests to a hilariously short marathon.

Students at Pleasant Valley High School may want to rethink their morning drink run.

The Initiative Foundation just handed out nearly sixty thousand dollars to local nonprofits doing real work in our community.

Riley Green arm-wrestled fans at a Florida bar and things went seriously wrong for one challenger.

St. Cloud's vacant church is getting a second life as a recovery center with 48 beds and round-the-clock care starting next year.

Many corner hot dog stands have disappeared over the years, but the ones that survived know exactly how to do it right.

The "Choosin' Texas" singer revealed that a quick haircut before a show didn’t go how she planned — but it ended up sticking in a big way.

Cade Mower had four Coaches fighting for him after his Zach Bryan performance, but Riley Green had a very specific strategy to make his pitch stand out.

If you drive around Rockford often, you probably have a parking lot that you avoid whenever possible.

A $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in Spring Grove. Someone out there has some very good news waiting.