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Police are investigating extensive vandalism at Albert Lea High School after officers discovered damage inside and outside the building early Monday.

He was arrested on suspicion of possession of child sexual abuse materials (CSAM).

Global superstar Flo Rida and country hitmaker Mitchell Tenpenny are teaming up for the Whistle & Whiskey Tour at Rochester's Mayo Civic Center on February 7, 2027.

First responders were dispatched to the crash shortly before 4:30 Sunday afternoon.

Deputies responded to the report of a burglary in progress around 7:00 Friday morning.

A GoFundMe, launched by his older sister, says Donovan was involved in a head-to-head collision during a recent game.

The storm -related outages were the worst to hit Rochester in many years and affected nearly 11,000 homes and businesses.

His criminal history dates back 15 years and includes multiple felony convictions.

Crews will close Hwy. 30 in both directions southwest of the Rochester Airport.

He was then indicted on two counts of first-degree murder by a Dakota County Grand Jury last October.

Gas prices jumped nearly 19 cents nationwide this week alone. Diesel hit even harder with a 31-cent spike.

Heating bills are climbing this winter, with most households looking at an extra eighty bucks or more to stay warm.

Minnesota's Office of Cannabis Management is announcing more than $250-million in combined adult-use and medical cannabis sales since the launch of legal sales a year ago.

Minnesota's exports just jumped 14 percent, adding over 800 million dollars to the state's bottom line this quarter.

He told his investigators his wife had jumped out of his pickup while he was driving along a rural highway.

There's a new cannabis business in Lanesboro. But it's SO much more than just a retail counter.

Doc brings Minnesota to life on network TV, even if some details are pure fiction. The medical drama set at Westside Hospital premieres its third season Tuesday night.

At one point, the charges say the fleeing motorist drove over a snow bank after a deputy unsuccessfully attempted a so-called PIT maneuver.

Rochester City Council members are set to take another step towards completing the city’s 2027 budget Monday night.

Gas prices across Minnesota continue to trend higher this year, but how do current costs compare to historic highs around the state?

Rochester set a rainfall record for September 18 with 2.35 inches recorded at the Rochester Airport.

Three Minnesota pizza restaurants earned major recognition from Food & Wine, Reader's Digest, and Food Network for their unique styles.

The recent stagnant job market in the Rochester area follows a period of many months of strong growth that far outpaced the rest of the state.

A St Paul, Minnesota attraction is being called the 'creepiest' in the state by CNN because of what happened there during 1930s prohibition era.

His 2nd trial on the charges ended in a mistrial when his defense attorney was found in contempt of court due to suspicions that he was under the influence of alcohol.

These real houses were the backdrop for some of TV's most beloved shows. Here's what they look like today — and yes, two of them you can actually spend the night in.

Details concerning the report of an assault have not been released.

2 other suspects were apprehended in Minneapolis.

He is currently being held in the Olmsted County jail pending the filing a formal charges.

Police say people were inside the building, but no one was hurt.

That October school break trip from Minneapolis might be harder to book this year. Sun Country's cutting flights during peak MEA travel season.

Tater tot hotdish once again claimed the crown as Minnesota's favorite comfort food, and it's been a beloved staple here for decades.

Planning a trip to Valleyfair this fall? Check out the full 2026 lineup for nighttime ValleyScare and daytime family-friendly Tricks and Treats.

Here we go again. Daylight Saving Time is coming in hot, but could this be one of the last times Minnesota has to mess with the clocks?

ValleyScare kicks off this Saturday at Valleyfair with haunted mazes, dark rides, and scares nightly through October 31st. Not for the faint of heart.

The death of the 3-year-old child in 2022 also resulted in criminal charges against his father.

Absentee voting for this November’s Midterm election is underway in Minnesota.

Taking a family to a Wild game costs nearly a grand when you add up tickets, food, and parking.

The most recent case involved an officer who was struck on the head with a cane in the downtown Rochester parking ramp.

More than a dozen cows are under quarantine and dozens of others are under observation at the farm in Brown County.

The sentencing of 56-year-old Anthony Kazmierczak came nearly eight months after the Jan. 27 assault.

A stabbing on Broadway Avenue has left one man injured and his uncle facing serious charges in Albert Lea.

Window troubles are what Minnesota homeowners are googling most when something breaks. Not faucets, not toilets, but windows.

Two of the overdose victims, described as a 26-year-old man from Austin and a 33-year-old Rochester woman, were found deceased.

Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport just took the top spot for customer satisfaction among major U.S. airports. Again.

An unvaccinated adult in Fillmore County has tested positive for measles, marking the 25th case across Minnesota in the past year.

The videos released by the City of Minneapolis provide a clearer picture of how the man opened fire at officers on Sept. 2 as they worked to secure the apartment building with residents trapped inside

The Minnesota Vikings did not come out of the season-opening win over the Packers unscathed.

Rochester Public Utilities now says that nearly 11,000 of its customers experienced power outages from the storm.

The charges say the shooting occurred while the 2 men were arguing over a THC vape cartridge.

SummerSlam may be over, but its impact is still being felt in Minnesota in a big way!

Olmsted County Sheriff Kevin Torgerson says it could have led to the loss of approximately $300,000 in annual revenue to fund operations in the Olmsted County jail.

Mayo Clinic in Rochester played a surprising role in pop history: learn how an atrium piano helped Rachel Platten realize the power of "Fight Song."

Minnesota grows apples in 78 counties and developed a variety that changed the whole industry. That's the Honeycrisp story.

Two regional Oktoberfest celebrations just landed on USA Today's best list, and they're worth the drive this fall.

A New restaurant is coming to Kasson, planning to open in the former Daniel’s restaurant building.

The State Patrol responded to the two-vehicle collision shortly before 7:45 p.m. The drivers were the only people involved.