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New 48-hour rain totals posted Friday morning by the National Weather Service indicate communities in Fillmore County received more than 3.5 to less than 8.5 inches of rain.

We're willing to bet that nearly everyone has or knows someone that's made the trip over to Wisconsin for fireworks.

The criminal complaint, filed in Olmsted County Court on Thursday, says Rochester police made the drug bust on Tuesday.

The State Patrol says 9 people were in the van when it crashed.

He admitted supplying her with fentanyl the day before she died.

Authorities are warning people to stay away from the floodwaters as additional heavy rains are forecast for the region.

After his release from jail on bail, Rochester man was arrested again for fleeing police.

The news release says city leaders had hoped to open the splash pad, located at 1655 Marion Rd SE, by Independence Day.

Rochester police responded to the report of an intoxicated male shortly after 8:00 Wednesday night and encountered the subject urinating on the floor in a different store, the complaint says.

A Stearns County judge has ordered a mental competency examination for a man accused of stabbing a group home worker to death.

Minnesota's waterways will be packed Fourth of July weekend, and the DNR will be out in force. The zero-tolerance crackdown on drunk boating runs July 3-5, with jail time on the line. Here's what every boater should know before launching.

Minnesota Department of Public Safety announces extra speed enforcement on Highway 14, 19, and 60 to combat speed-related traffic fatalities.

The State Patrol responded to the deadly collision shortly after 3:00 Tuesday afternoon. Authorities released the full crash report Wednesday morning.

Job growth is on the upswing in Minnesota, but not without a few bumps along the way. Let’s break down what this means for everyone.

A prayer vigil for the fall of the servicemember was held in Richfield on Sunday.

This July Fourth, ditch the usual fireworks and whip up some colorful treats that will light up your table instead.

Celebrate America’s 250th at Taste of Minnesota 2026! Discover the all-local music lineup, food truck details, and how to claim your free digital tickets.

Win free 3-day passes to Ashley for the Arts 2026 in Arcadia, WI! Enter our Winning Weekend giveaway to see Keith Urban, Jon Pardi, and more live.

Valleyfair is going big for Independence Day 2026. Get the scoop on the 9:45 PM fireworks, the new waterpark expansion, and a massive burger festival.

From ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ to ‘Obsession,’ watch these new movies at home the weekend of July 3, 2026, for free or via VOD.

The film will feature scenes shot in downtown Duluth, the Iron Range and more, with a premiere date in 2026.

Minnesota ranks 12th in the country for remote work, but two states are so far ahead of the pack they're almost in a different conversation entirely.

What comes to mind when you think of Minnesota? Weather? Taxes? Hotdish? The team at Reader's Digest put together a quick cheat sheet with each state's best and worst quality.

Minnesota's getting its 14th Costco this summer, and the location might surprise a few people who've been driving past that construction site for months.

A news release issued by the Owatonna Police Department says the incident began with the report of a person in crisis leaving in a vehicle around 8:20 p.m. Wednesday.

Mower County Sheriff Steve Sandvik says heavy rainfall Wednesday night into Thursday morning has caused widespread flooding throughout Mower County.

The man accused of orchestrating the kidnapping, robbery, and assault is jailed on $1 million bail.

New ‘Enola Holmes,’ a new Will Ferrell comedy series, and much more.

Pets and fireworks don't mix well — and the noise often stretches days beyond July 4th. These AKC-backed tips can help keep your animals calm and safe.

An Olmsted County judge denied Connor Bowman's request to throw out the indictment last month.

The contract with the new transit company is scheduled to take effect September 1.

There's a moment every Fourth of July weekend at the lake where everything just clicks — and it usually involves a Blackstone griddle and someone fishing off the end of the dock.

Nearly every Minnesotan has seen personal fireworks going off in their neighborhood on the Fourth. Not all of them end the way anyone planned.

Minnesota has 19 official state symbols now, and the two newest ones span from prehistoric wetlands to the stars above.

A child pornography investigation has led to a felony charge being filed against a Rochester man.

The Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office has announced that its deputies are once again participating in a Boarder-to-Boarder Speed Saturation crackdown.

Prosecutors have signaled that they will request consecutive prison sentences in the case.

Wanna win a $500 prepaid Visa Gift Card to help you prep for a new school year?

‘The Big Bang Theory’ has a new spinoff, and the Burning Man gets its own documentary series.

Are you looking to celebrate the 4th of July enjoying Minnesota's outdoor beauty? The Minnesota DNR is offering these ideas at the state's parks for the holiday weekend.

A woman, who was with the victim at the park, identified the suspect as her ex-boyfriend.

The incident was reported early Monday morning.

While the jobless rate was the highest for the month of May since the pandemic, the rate was still less then a third of the rate from May 2020.

Imagine casting your line with a bait that’s not only effective but good for the environment. That’s exactly what’s brewing in Long Lake, folks.

The National Weather Service in La Crosse says the recorded low at the Rochester Airport Monday tied the warmest low temperature on record.

Voting is underway for the Best Looking Police Cruiser Contest! Minnesota's maroon and white cruiser is ready to steal the spotlight this summer.

State law requires the report of drone use in non warrant situations to be sent to the Minnesota Legislature and posted on the Department of Public Safety’s website.

Stearns County prosecutors have charged a Cold Spring man with one count of 2nd-degree murder in the stabbing death of a group home worker.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture indicates there have been 26 active cases reported in Texas and one reported in New Mexico in the past 30 days. No cases have been reported in any other state.

Skip the guesswork. We asked Rochester locals where they actually go for their pedicures, and the answers did not disappoint.

He entered a guilty plea to one count of felony criminal vehicular operation through a plea deal reached in January.

If you're looking for the perfect way to cool off, one of America's best tubing rivers is right here in Southeast Minnesota.

Are your kids already saying "I'm bored"? Add these 9 Minnesota destinations to your summer bucket list for fun and adventure.

At least six people have lost their lives in crashes on the state’s roads since Friday afternoon. Four of the traffic deaths occurred in a span of less than 24 hours.

As we gear up for the Fourth of July, it's time to chat about what's lighting up the sky legally in Minnesota this year.

Get ready for a night of country music magic as Jason Aldean rolls into Minnesota in 2026 — it promises to be unforgettable!

Court records indicate Quinten Alexander Lovelady was convicted of a similar crime with a different victim in southern Minnesota’s Brown County in October of 2024.