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Zumbrota Man Accused of Stealing Vehicle During Home Burglary
The court document says the alleged burglary and theft happened Wednesday afternoon. The victim and suspect are not known to each other.

Chatfield Man Arrested for Armed Robbery of Oronoco Gas Station
Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office Tim Parkin said Friday that deputies responded to the reported robbery around 4:30 Tuesday afternoon.

Meet Your 2026 Duluth Oktoberfest Fest Frau + Fest Master
Duluth Oktoberfestival returns in September 2026 with Mary and Mike Niemeyer serving as the honorary Frau and Fest Master.

Harold’s Hogfest Returns To Carlton This Saturday
Carlton's annual Harold's Hogfest fundraiser returns Saturday, September 12, raising money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

AI Company Fails in Challenge to Minnesota ‘Nudification’ Law
A judge's ruling means AI companies face penalties for non-consensual nudification. This law is shaping the future of digital privacy.

The Average First Snow Date For 10 Cities Across Minnesota
Check out the list - if you're feeling brave, that is.

Superior National At Lutsen Golf Course On Minnesota’s North Shore Sold
The 27-hole public course on Minnesota's North Shore has been sold to a new owner. Here's what to know about the new owner and future plans.

Bids for Silver Lake Dam Project Come in Millions Over Estimate
Estimates presented to the Rochester City Council last year indicated the project came with a $15.1 million price tag.

Volunteers Clean Mississippi River For Xcel Energy’s 16th Day Of Service
The Mississippi got some serious attention Thursday when volunteers from Monticello and Becker teamed up for a riverside cleanup that matters.

8 Items You’re Banned From Mailing In Wisconsin
Some of these are obvious. Others? Not so much.

Severe Thunderstorms Possible Friday Evening, Large Hail And Damaging Winds Expected
Before fall kicks in early next week, Friday's bringing one last blast of summer heat and some dangerous storm activity.

The Items Now Banned From U.S. Bank Stadium In Minnesota
Here's your updated U.S. Bank Stadium guide for all concerts and Vikings games: Prohibited items, things that can get you ejected, the special NFL bag policy for games, the 2026 Vikings' home schedule, and more.

St. Cloud Woman Arrested After Early Morning Gunshots Turn Out To Be BB Pistol
An outstanding warrant caught up with a St. Cloud woman during a Tuesday morning police response in her neighborhood.

9/11 Memorial Service & Stair Climb in Downtown Rochester
Members of the Rochester Fire and Police Departments and the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office are inviting the public to a memorial ceremony Friday morning.

What The New Gray Wolf Delisting Push Means For Minnesota, Wisconsin
The gray wolf is back at the center of one of the Midwest's most emotional fights. From farmers and hunters to tribes and conservationists, opinions are strong. Here's what they, and what delisting could mean for Minnesota and Wisconsin.

These Are 3 Most Popular Dog Names In Wisconsin
Wisconsin is the only state with a dog breed all its own, the American water spaniel. But when it comes to naming pups, a new study says most of us stick to the same list. See the Badger State's top three, plus every state's favorite.

Four Felony Charges Filed Against St. Cloud Man in Kidnapping Case
A St. Cloud man faces four felony charges for allegedly kidnapping his domestic partner, threatening her, and hitting her.

Duluth-Area YMCA Offering Free Days And Activities This Week
The Lake Superior YMCA is offering free events and Try the Y days in Duluth, Hermantown and Superior during Welcoming Week.

Twin Cities Woman Sentenced for Fleeing Trooper Near Rochester
The criminal complaint says a trooper stopped a vehicle seen weaving between lane lines and changing speeds on Hwy. 52 in Oronoco.
The List: Locations Of All The Data Centers In Minnesota
Minnesota has a lot of data centers spread across the state. Here's the cities that are already home to the facilities.

Rochester City Council Rejects Appeal of Silver Lake Dam Project
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.

Severe Thunderstorms Could Develop Friday Evening Across The Area
Friday's warm breeze is setting the stage for thunderstorms by early evening, especially north of I-94.

Here Are All The Minnesota Vikings Kickers Since 1998
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.

Iowa Man Sentenced for Quarry Hill Park Shooting
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.

2026 Minnesota State Fair Attendance Was Down, But How Does It Compare Historically?
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 Man Sentenced for Neighborhood Drive-By Shooting
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.

Family Shares New Details About Eveleth Man’s Death on Ely Lake
The family of the 43-year-old Eveleth man who died following an incident on Ely Lake in northeastern Minnesota last week has identified him as Ryan Johnson and shared new details about the tragic circumstances surrounding his death.

Denny’s Locations In Minnesota and Wisconsin Have Suddenly Closed
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.

Guy Fieri Names His Top Restaurant In Minnesota
This spot made the top ten list of his favorite restaurants from his time filming 'Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives' on the Food Network.
