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A small town with a big reputation for tongue twisters — Wayzata is keeping visitors on their toes!

With a bustling population, Duluth’s reality seems paradoxical—high numbers of residents living solo. What’s behind this intriguing statistic? Let’s dig into it.

Recommendations for strategic plan updates involving high school students are being prepared for the Rochester School Board.

She has also been ordered to pay nearly a half million dollars in restitution.

She was one of five KoMets and one of 17 Minnesotans who recently competed at the High School Powerlifting National Championships, Killeen, Texas.

His criminal record includes previous felony convictions for drugs, burglary, and terroristic threats.

Don't shoot the messenger, but I don't think you're going to like this news. Or maybe you totally agree and I'm out to lunch.

He was convicted of several criminal sexual conduct charges for sexually assaulting children.

Ice and a wintry mix will impact Southeast Minnesota overnight into Thursday, creating hazardous travel conditions before changing back to rain.

A few months ago, he was on roofs working in construction in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. Today, he is on the American Idol stage. #MinnesotaProud

Rochester Police Department Communications Coordinator Amanda Grayson says officers responded to the crash shortly after 5 a.m.

Federal prosecutors alleged he exchanged over 100,000 messages with the victim over a three year period and that he became a sex offender during that time.

The State Patrol responded to the fatal collision around 11:20 Tuesday morning. Both drivers were the only occupants of the vehicles.

Speeds during one of the chases reached nearly 90 mph.

This sudden closure is impacting families across multiple states, including Minnesota. Here's what we know so far.

Rochester Police Department detectives who were on patrol witnessed the alleged drug deal on Monday.

A go-to spot for games, drinks, and March Madness is closed—for now. Big changes are coming soon and it sounds like this is just a short closure. Here's what we know.

Authorities are describing it as an apparent isolated incident.

It changed the face of television.

Kid Rock says that his military helicopter flyover was an unplanned visit, and that it only lasted seconds.

In a surprising turn, a federal judge has upheld Minnesota's Dream Act, emphasizing the importance of high school attendance over citizenship.

The truth is very, very frustrating.

The Norris family has asked fans not to believe any reports that don't come directly from them.

Carrie Underwood’s setlist decisions are no easy task. Imagine having so many hits but knowing some won’t make the cut for each show.

Imagine balancing a thriving music career and motherhood while shedding 90 pounds. Jo Dee Messina is doing just that!

Imagine a truckload of KitKats, gone without a trace. This is one sweet heist that has everyone talking.

The "Hurricane" singer thought he’d blown everything the first-time meeting Blake Shelton — until one moment turned it all around.

The comedian shares the sweet and heartfelt moment he had to explain to his young son why he couldn’t meet his favorite singer, Elvis, during a visit to Graceland.

Here are the school closings, late starts, and other cancellations across the Rochester and Southern Minnesota area for Thursday, April 2nd, 2026.

Significant snow, sleet, and ice accumulations are possible into Thursday, with a second storm system approaching on Friday.

There's something inherently haunting about the last song an artist ever performs live before they die.

Country music and beer are certainly no strangers to one another.

A widely-circulating social media post claims to have proof that Jason Aldean has renounced his longtime public support for Pres. Donald Trump. But is it true?

We're giving out thousands of dollars in prize money every weekday through May 1!

They have a history of confrontation over money.

Imagine recording a hit song in a hotel room—Breland did just that, and the story behind it is as fun as it sounds.

Imagine sipping your favorite espresso at a convenience store—Buc-ee's is shaking things up with a new twist on coffee service.

Graduating soon? There's a way you can get free swag from some of your favorite brands.

Tim McGraw thought he was in for bad news, but surprise was waiting on the other end of the line.

"I would assume there's probably going to be a record at some point," Aldean says.

Vince Gill, Justin Moore, Thomas Rhett and Carrie Underwood are artists with songs on this list.

From anthems that get the party started to ballads that pull at the heartstrings, Kid Rock has a song for every moment.

That's more than was planned in 2025, so motorists should be prepared to encounter work zones throughout the state.

Luke is prioritizing his young family even on the road.

It's natural to be concerned about the safety of young wildlife found alone in Wisconsin, but experts say there is one thing you should do.

Forget the chocolate bunnies! Minnesota's Easter favorites reveal a deliciously different approach—hardboiled eggs, anyone?

Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office Captain Tim Parkin said the crash followed a fleeing incident involving the Minnesota State Patrol.

It was the fans who convinced Wallen to stay true to the sound he'd originally chosen.