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The court document says the incident stemmed from a drug-related dispute and involved a high-risk traffic stop.

Court records indicate the suspect was charged earlier this year in a different assault that also involved a machete.

He earlier admitted to a charge of production of child pornography in federal court.

Court documents say the victim told police that she was the actual shooter.

The charges say one assault happened Friday and the other occurred on Sunday.

He is also serving prison time for an illegal possession of a firearm conviction in St. Louis County.

He was charged with arranging to meet and pay for sex with a juvenile girl who was actually an undercover officer.

Revisions to the 2024 data contributed to the increase.

Anyone with information that could be useful for investigators is asked to contact the Rochester Fire Marshal's Office.

A Waite Park man who pleaded guilty to a murder charge in connection to a 2022 fatal drug overdose has been sentenced.

Prosecutors allege that he attempted to hide evidence.

The Mounds View Police Department says he has been found safe.

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) anticipates over 51,000 travelers on March 27 and 28. Arrive at least two hours early to navigate busy security lines.

Health officials stress that the pasteurization process used on all milk sold in stores is effective at killing the virus.

A late-season snowstorm brought some impressive snow totals for areas in far northern Minnesota over the weekend.

The landscape in Rochester, Minnesota is changing. A toy store and bridal shop just announced closings. Now, a bike store has also closed one of its locations.

The 2025 CCHA Mason Cup Playoffs came to a close on Friday night with Minnesota State taking down St. Thomas 4-2.

This place looks amazing!!

Amazon is getting rid of a privacy setting that will allow all recordings to be sent to the Amazon cloud and there's nothing we can really do about it.

If you were hoping to catch a non-stop flight from Minnesota to this European city this year, it appears you're out of luck-- at least on one airline, anyway.

The former lawmaker from Grand Rapids is currently scheduled to be released to a halfway house on Tuesday.

I never was much of a hockey player, but I do have many fond memories of going to an outdoor rink and playing pick-up hockey in my neighborhood.

He grew up in the Twin Cities.

The U.S. Attorney's Office for Minnesota announced the 45th conviction in the case on Monday.

The State Patrol responded to the deadly incident early Sunday morning.

For the first time in over a month, the national average price of gasoline has risen, driven by the final step in the transition to summer gasoline across much of the country.

Heartbreaking animal news from Como Park Zoo & Conservatory has shaken Minnesota this weekend. Here’s what we know.

Eggs and other food prices are still high these days. Luckily, the cheapest grocery store chain in the country now has 79 different stores here in Minnesota.

When it comes to money, we now know just how much you have to earn per year to be regarded as rich here in Minnesota.

Look at us, living the high life in one of the richest states in the country! But where exactly did we fall on the list?

Think you're a true Minnesotan? Let's see what you think about these Minnesota jokes. If you understand them then you're officially a true Minnesotan.

Minnesota has plenty of great spots, but which trending destinations just made the list of the world’s best?

The state of Minnesota has revealed a new strategy to prevent targeted violence

We combed through list after list of the oddest, strangest and somewhat naughty-sounding town names in every state to create a definitive collection complete with unbelievable facts about each location.

The scores from the Minnesota State Boys Basketball Tournament on Saturday, March 22

Governor Walz addresses bird flu and police training concerns in his revised state budget

Get ready for a blast from the past as we rank the nostalgic chewing gums you loved as a kid — some you’ll remember instantly, and others you forgot even existed.

Think you know where your state ranks?

Every once in awhile there is someone who has been successful in acting, and actually grew up in Minnesota too!

While Minnesota often ranks high on the list of smartest states in the nation, many Minnesotans say they are still confused by some of these popular acronyms.

If it's been a little while since you first got behind the wheel, could you still pass the written test needed to get your permit here in Minnesota?

Exciting news just dropped in Rochester, Minnesota! The Social at The Avalon at 301 N. Broadway Avenue is almost ready for guests. Here's what we know.

Open letter to the City of Rochester, Minnesota regarding comments being banned on social media channels.

The crash occurred shortly after noon on Friday.

These places were once booming, now they are all but forgotten.

It was supposed to begin last year but was held up due to a delay in federal funding.

He passed away on March 21, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones, his family confirmed in a statement.

These Minnesota cities boast low crime rates and a welcoming vibe.

A teenage girl reported the sexual assault in January 2022.

DON'T search for the smell like a horror movie trope.

Take a look through over 100 years of Minnesota license plate history.

You're going to want to add this one to your food bucket list!

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in Washington is still sharpening its axe and could be now getting ready to chop three more buildings and offices here in Minnesota.

The sad news was announced today that Dangerous Man Brewing Company has decided to close their doors.

Even a police officer apparently encouraged drivers to fill up on the low price while they could!

Police say the drugs were found while they were looking for man wanted on a warrant issued by the Minnesota Department of Corrections.

A system with snow is expected to make it's way through Minnesota this weekend. Here's what we know right now and what to expect.