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Man Admits Fleeing Police After Rochester Double Shooting
2 women were wounded in the shooting outside a northwest Rochester restaurant in May.

Rochester Man Accused of Stabbing Dog
A Rochester man is facing an animal cruelty charge for allegedly stabbing a dog.

Rochester Man Admits to Felony in High-Speed Police Pursuit
The charges stated that families were outside with their children on an especially warm spring day when the speeding vehicle roared through their neighborhood.

This Southwest Rochester Home Is a Total 1970s Time Capsule
I am a total sucker for homes with serious character, and the second I laid eyes on this place, I was obsessed.

State Patrol Identifies Woman Killed in Willmar Area Crash
The State Patrol is reporting that the victim of the crash was not wearing a seatbelt.

Rochester Man Gets Prison Time for DWI, Assault & Threats Convictions
He received his prison sentence during a hearing in Olmsted County Court Monday morning.

Deputies Make Adderall Bust During Search of Oronoco Home
The Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office carried out the search as part of a burglary investigation, according to the complaint.

Man Accused of Having Sexual Relationship With Rochester Teen
The victim in the case is described as a girl under the age of 15. Rochester police began investigating the case in January.

Top 13 Minnesota Cities With the Most License Plate Reader Cameras
Law enforcement agencies have touted them as a crime fighting tool, saying they can be used to spot stolen vehicles, wanted individuals or suspect vehicles in the event of an Amber Alert.

Vehicle Shot at Near Hwy. 52 in Rochester, No Arrests Reported
A vehicle was shot at in a busy area of northwest Rochester Thursday afternoon.

Rochester Man Charged for Cocaine & Fentanyl Bust
A multi-month investigation culminated in a drug bust this week in Rochester.

Southeast Minnesota Resident Hits Massive Jackpot at Diamond Jo Casino
Minnesota casino guest turns a night out into $70,554 after striking a progressive jackpot at Diamond Jo Casino in Northwood, Iowa.

Kasson Woman ID'D as Pedestrian Who Died in Rochester Collision
First responders were called to the deadly incident around 3:30 Wednesday afternoon.

Fall-O-Ween's Candy Crawl and Witches Brew Trail Maps are Here
The Fall-O-Ween Candy Crawl and Witches Brew maps are live. See all 24 trick-or-treat stops and 10 drink spots in downtown Rochester for Oct. 31.

Federal & State Agents Conducting Raids in Rochester
Authorities indicate the law enforcement operation was pre-planned and involves the execution of court-authorized search warrants.

Winona Police Seek Public's Help with Finding Missing Man
Authorities are looking for him so they can check his welfare, the social media post says.

The Absolute Best Rochester-Themed Halloween Costumes
Forget the generic ghost and witch costumes. These Rochester-inspired Halloween ideas are clever, funny, and perfectly local!

Pine Island Data Center Lawsuit Resolved
Project Skyway, which is the development of a data center in Pine Island that will be occupied by Google, was stalled this past May by a court order.

Have You Been to Rochester's Creepiest Place?
Hospital patients carved this Rochester cave in 1882, and it's still doing its job, just with different tenants now.

Living Room Fire Damages Northeast Rochester Home
Responding firefighters found fire and smoke coming from the living room of the home, a fire department news release says.

Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle in NW Rochester
The deadly incident occurred around 3:30 PM at an intersection near Roosters Bar and Grill.

Rochester Firefighters Respond to Southwest House Fire
No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

The Historic Opera House in Mantorville is Haunted by a Father and his Little Girl
The 1918 Mantorville Opera House in Minnesota is home to phantom cats, tricky spirits, and a ghostly father and daughter who never left.
Try A Hobby Without Buying the Gear: Rochester’s First Makerspace
Rochester's first makerspace, Med City Makerspace, is looking for a permanent home. Learn what a makerspace is and how to get involved to help bring it to life.

Rochester Man Charged in Storage Unit Burglary Cases
He’s charged in two separate cases. Court documents indicate the burglary and theft happened on October 18 and that the other reported burglary occurred on October 23.

Kasson Man Among Two Injured in Alcohol-Involved Crash on I-35
A crash report published by the State Patrol on Tuesday night says the crash occurred shortly after 11:50 Monday night.

Lake Search for Missing MN Woman Reaches Tragic Conclusion
The Kandiyohi County Sheriff’s Office announced it was leading a search for Swenson on Sunday.

What Does November Weather Look Like In Minnesota This Year?
November in Minnesota can go either way. Snow, sun, or something in between. Here’s what NOAA says we can expect in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving.

Rochester Man's Child Porn Deal Could Head Off Federal Charges
State court records indicate that he was civilly committed to the Minnesota Sex Offender Program for 14 years.

Noodle House Opening Date Reveal and Menu Sneak Peek
Noodle House opens Sunday, Nov. 8 in downtown Rochester, MN. See the menu preview, including pho, khao soi, ramen and chicken karaage.

Rochester’s Wingstop Is Ready for Its Grand Opening
Wingstop brings fresh, cooked-to-order chicken wings to NW Rochester on Wednesday, Oct 28.

Rochester Costco’s Liquor Store Expansion is Complete
Rochester's Costco Liquor expansion is finished. See what’s new, how much bigger the store is, and what we think is still missing after the construction.

Rochester Woman Accused of Carving Racial Slur into Vehicle
The criminal complaint, filed in Olmsted County Court on Monday, says Rochester police responded to a property damage call shortly before 8:30 Friday evening.





