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The city is claiming it is protected by a provision of state law known as recreational use immunity.

Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Salvation Army welcomed new leadership in Rochester earlier this week.  See Also: Rochester Water Demand Could Outpace Supply by 2031  A news release issued by the organization says Majors Randy and Kathy Hellstrom, and Envoy Jennifer Dieterle are now as the local Corps Officers effective Monday.  3 New L...

National media reports indicate federal authorities are investigating possible Iranian involvement in the Minnesota cyber attacks.

Disappointing news today for guests going to the Olmsted County Fair - the carnival rides are closed for the day due to weather. Here's the latest update and how hours are going to be adjusted for Saturday and Sunday.

The court document says the case began when Rochester police encountered an online sex advertisement.

On Saturday, August 15, the Civic Center North parking lot, located north of the Mayo Civic Center along East Center St., will be closed for good.

She was convicted of the misdemeanor offense during the trial that ended last week.

Police are describing the case as a domestic incident.

Authorities say she was last seen on Monday by the Rochester Police Department in a Rochester park. The name of the park is not included in the alert.

A St. Cloud teenager who died in a Benton County motorcycle crash on Monday has been identified.

More than 30 public water systems in Minnesota have been hit by cyber attacks in recent days.

At least four motorcycle operators died in crashes between Sunday and Wednesday. The fatal crash victims range in age from 17 to 71.

A Zimmerman teenager is dead after a crash in Elk River on Wednesday morning.

The lawsuit alleges she was fired because she assisted the criminal investigation that led to charges against the town's mayor.

More than 30 Minnesota cities had the operational technology of their water systems targeted, officials say.

People love how this restaurant changes its menu daily, offering entrees such as pot roast, beef barbacoa, baked chicken, pork carnitas, and lasagna. However, these dishes aren't what this Minnesota restaurant is best known for.

Minnesota homeowners, your summer lawn care could lead to big fines! Learn about Minnesota's mowing laws on yard waste, street disposal, and noise ordinances.

Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- A new state law that prohibits Cryptocurrency kiosks in Minnesota is now in effect.  See Also: Dog Watcher Gets Prison Sentence for Stealing from Rochester Home  The machines allowed users to instantaneously convert cash into digital currency.  The law r...

The Whisper Man? The Last House? How about both.

Rumors started circulating about a new place opening in downtown Rochester...and the rumors are true. Here's when the new Stubborn Donkey cocktail bar is having their soft opening.

Think you could get in? These Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin schools are among the toughest to crack, with acceptance rates that might surprise you.

From the outside, everything seemed perfect, but inside, a woman was drowning in addiction. This is a powerful reminder that appearances can be deceiving.

The Minnesota Twins have officially become buyers at the Major League Baseball trade deadline.

Minnesota's top 11 professional athletes are set to split around 300 million dollars next season — and the highest-paid one is only 24 years old.

A plane that's been flying out of Minneapolis for over a decade just made its final departure — and it's the kind of quiet ending that frequent flyers might actually notice.

Construction crews have been sealing cracks and joints on bridges along the Hwy. 52 corridor and on other highways in southeast Minnesota throughout the construction season.

It's a hard number to imagine, but it is our reality. Over 4,000 students in Olmsted County need help getting backpacks and school supplies this year. Here's how you can help.

If you are over the hot weather, you'll love this outlook. Here's what we can expect in our neck of the woods in September and October.

His nearly 40 year career in Rochester included coverage of numerous iconic sporting events.

An unimaginable loss has happened in Rochester and now, a precious 4-year-old needs our help. Henry Saponari lost his dad in a motorcycle crash on Wednesday. According to the GoFundMe set up for him, his father was the primary parent.

The man who actually stabbed to the victim is now serving a 15 year prison sentence.

Minnesota roads ranked second best in the country — but drivers here are still losing around five hundred dollars a year because of rough pavement.

The court document says Rochester police responded to the report of a man “swinging a knife around and screaming” shortly before 9:30 Wednesday night.

A new national ranking included Rochester among the country's best places to live, but the full Minnesota results may surprise you. And, one Iowa city made the top 5!

Explore 30 of the highest-rated free things to do in Minnesota, from scenic outdoor attractions to museums, landmarks and more.

Dispatch reported multiple vehicles had caught fire while Pine Island Firefighters were enroute.

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) issued the alert Wednesday on behalf of the Faribault Police Department.

Responding firefighters found smoke and flames coming from an attached, rear garage and eaves of the home.

Court records indicate she has multiple previous felony drug convictions dating back more than a decade.

The commissioners approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for changes to the dam, which is operated by Rochester Public Utilities, and other areas.

From biscuits to Mullet Thursdays, here are 40 of the best Minor League Baseball team names and ballpark promotions.

It's one of those questions that pops up every so often: What does a Minnesota loon taste like?

Looking for a fun, 21+ night out in Rochester? SPARK's annual Play It Forward event is the one you won't want to miss!

He is accused of poisoning his wife using the medication for treating gout.

The three-year project is currently focused on an area of northwest Rochester.

Kwik Trip is heading to Bloomington — but if you're hoping to stop in anytime soon, you might want to pack some patience.

Rochester police indicate the deadly collision remains under investigation.

Most Minnesotans are getting married later in life than their parents did, and the gap is bigger than you'd probably guess.

Two arrest warrants were issued in April for 25-year-old Abdulahi Mohamed Abukar.

Fair warning: you're probably going to spend way more time scrolling through these photos than you planned. This place is unbelievable.

No excuses for staying home this weekend! These are the top events happening around Rochester and Southeast Minnesota.

A popular Plainview bakery is now facing cleanup and repairs after a recent fire. In the midst of destruction, the owner is sharing gratitude for those who helped save this building.

A federal investigation into a Minnesota restaurant chain turned up something workers there had been missing for a long time — their rightful pay.

The new law was scheduled to go into effect on Saturday.

The incident allegedly occurred at a rural northwest Rochester home Monday evening.

The deadly incident prompted the closure of a busy street near the Shoppes on Maine complex for more than 2 hours.

Zumbro Valley Golf Course in Kasson-Mantorville celebrates 100 years Saturday with family activities, food, llamas and a free FlashMob concert.