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Minnesota goes all-in on holiday lights, and these are the displays everyone’s talking about. From massive walk-through festivals to mile-long drive-thru routes, here are the biggest and brightest shows worth bundling up for this season.

Picture this: a bustling Kwik Trip without a gas pump in sight. What’s fueling the success at these unique spots? Let’s find out.

Wondering when Conger Meat Market is opening in Rochester? After a mechanical delay, the new opening date appears to be Thursday, Nov. 5.

Feed 10 people for under $40 this Thanksgiving. See the 2026 meal deals at Aldi, Hy-Vee, Walmart and Target in Rochester, plus what’s on each list.

A Dodge County Sheriff’s Office sergeant came upon the reported vehicle-pedestrian collision on Halloween.

Rochester Police Department Communications Coordinator Amanda says officers made the body discovery on Monday.

The polls are now open for the 2026 General Election across Minnesota.

A Rochester woman who was convicted earlier this year in two arson cases is heading to prison.

If you’re not in the holiday spirit yet, these photos will have you reaching for your hot cocoa and checking your calendar

Paragon Theaters is bringing a elevated cinema setup to Rochester. The company announced an opening date and explained the premium dine-in Lux Box options.

Rochester police responded to the report of a domestic assault and stabbing at a residence in northwest Rochester shortly after 7:30 Saturday morning.

The Salvation Army is accepting applications for its 2026 Toy & Joy Shop, helping Olmsted County families provide Christmas gifts for their children.

The threat report occurred during a “Haunted Hallway” event at the school.

2 women were wounded in the shooting outside a northwest Rochester restaurant in May.

Will Minnesota see a mild winter this year? The latest NWS Climate Prediction Center update points to above-average temps and messy precipitation.

Responding firefighters found smoke coming from the roof and inside of the restaurant.

These suckers thrive in snow.

Minnesota homeowners might want to double-check how they handle fall cleanup. A small mistake could lead to a surprisingly steep fine.

He has 3 previous convictions for felony drug offenses.

Rochester police responded to the property damage report in August. A criminal complaint was filed in the case on Thursday.

What can we expect with this year's strong El Nino? What happened last time we had one gives some good clues.

A Rochester man is facing an animal cruelty charge for allegedly stabbing a dog.

The charges stated that families were outside with their children on an especially warm spring day when the speeding vehicle roared through their neighborhood.

I am a total sucker for homes with serious character, and the second I laid eyes on this place, I was obsessed.

The State Patrol is reporting that the victim of the crash was not wearing a seatbelt.

He received his prison sentence during a hearing in Olmsted County Court Monday morning.

The Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office carried out the search as part of a burglary investigation, according to the complaint.

The victim in the case is described as a girl under the age of 15. Rochester police began investigating the case in January.

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.

A vehicle was shot at in a busy area of northwest Rochester Thursday afternoon.

A multi-month investigation culminated in a drug bust this week in Rochester.

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

First responders were called to the deadly incident around 3:30 Wednesday afternoon.