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The Rochester City Council has rejected an appeal that would’ve halted an overhaul of the Silver Lake dam and parts of the lake’s shoreline.

Minnesota has some tough town names to pronounce. A few Vikings players were quizzed on how to pronounce some of them during the pre-season.

Twin Cities Fear Fest is taking over Mall of America with three Halloween attractions, special effects, live actors, and a hidden bar. Get event dates and details.

Friday's warm breeze is setting the stage for thunderstorms by early evening, especially north of I-94.

Since 2000, the Minnesota State Fair has seen historic high and low attendance numbers. Here's how each of them rank.

The Vikings and their kickers: it's complicated. From Gary Anderson's (almost) perfect year to all the misses that still sting today, here's every Vikings kicker since 1998. The good, the bad and the heartbreaking.

Halloween Express opens inside Rochester’s Miracle Mile. Shop top 2026 costumes, makeup, and indoor/outdoor props off Highway 52 in Rochester, MN.

Closing signs were spotted outside of Scrubs and Beyond in north Rochester. It's a shocking closing considering we're in the Med City.

He entered into a plea agreement in June and admitted to a charge of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon in exchange for the dismissal of the other charges.

Numbers were down this year after a couple of busy years. How does it compare to the rest of this century's fairs in attendance?

Rochester police responded to a report of a shooting in the 4400 block of Manor View Drive Northwest on the night of May 28 last year. No injuries were reported.

A Denny's franchisee abruptly shut four Minnesota diners and one in Wisconsin, giving workers a day's notice before filing for bankruptcy. Here's the full list, what the company says, and how many Denny's are left in each state.

Many awards were handed out at the Minnesota State Fair, but there are 5 SE Minnesotans who took home some high honors this year.

From spending more time close to home to finding inexpensive hobbies, here's why summer 2026 felt different.

This spot made the top ten list of his favorite restaurants from his time filming 'Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives' on the Food Network.

A local marine expert explains the most important things boat owners should do before storing their boats for Minnesota's cold winter.

Girl Scouts introduce two new cookies this season, including allergy-friendly Sparkables and dog treats called Patch Pals.

This list might make you queasy.

He met the victim through an online adult dating service and communicated with her through Snapchat, the complaint says.

Minnesota's economy is still outrunning the country, adding 44,000+ jobs in a year. Here are the 7 fastest-growing careers in the state through 2034, and the surprising career at No. 1 doesn't even require a four-year degree.

Since their 1st meeting in 1961, when the Packers won big, the Vikings-Packers rivalry has only intensified: walk-off kicks, playoff clinchers, and a torn Achilles. Here are the results of their last 10 meetings before they collide again.

The court document says the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office responded to the report of a domestic incident occurring at a home in Eyota shortly after 4:00 Friday afternoon.

Rochester police reported finding 32 grams of cocaine and items associated with drug sales.

Explore apple orchards near Rochester and around Southeast Minnesota that are perfect for apple hunting and picking this fall.

Have you ever thought of this? Probably not.

Kyle Van Noy's asking around about Minnesota's best-kept food secrets, and locals aren't holding back with their recommendations.

First responders were called to multiple suspected drug overdoses in Rochester during the Labor Day weekend.

A documentary about the Minnesota State Fair and what makes it so unique is in the works. They hope for it to be released in 2027.

Primark just opened its doors at Mall of America, bringing Dublin fashion to Minnesota at prices that won't break the bank.

The State of Hockey is feeling it: skates for $80 in 2016 now hit $1,230, and now new Canadian tariffs are adding fuel to the fire. But how much will they really cost your family? Here's a break down of the rising costs, and how to save.