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Olmsted County purchased the property in 2019 for $5.6 million.

Some shoppers experience an unexpected urge while browsing through the store. Many people are commenting online about how they feel the sudden urge to use the bathroom when browsing through the popular Minnesota retail store.

According to court documents, the victim described his attacker as his "baby mama."

Minnesotans were asked which restaurant chains they trust most, and the results put a familiar red roof at number one.

Chase Bank is officially coming to Rochester! Read about the new location going up in front of the old Cub Foods in NW Rochester.

The court document says Rochester police responded to the reported road rage incident on Sunday.

Culvers just landed on USA Today's top fast food burger list, and the reason comes down to one thing — fresh beef, seared to order, every single time.

The Mower County Sheriff’s Office and Austin Police Department say the impacted area is near 9th St SE and 13th Ave SE.

From longtime favorites to newer spots everyone’s talking about, these are the best places to grab lunch in Rochester.

The closure is part of the third and final year of a massive $27.5 million project to transform the interchange.

Deputies responded to the crash around 7:30 Saturday evening.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) says crews are working on a stretch of Hwy. 30 near the Rochester International Airport.

A felony assault charge was dropped through the plea agreement.

Starting Monday the intersection of East Center St. and 11th Ave. NE/SE will close.

People love how this restaurant changes its menu daily, offering entrees such as pot roast, beef barbacoa, baked chicken, pork carnitas, and lasagna. However, these dishes aren't what this Minnesota restaurant is best known for.

Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Salvation Army welcomed new leadership in Rochester earlier this week.  See Also: Rochester Water Demand Could Outpace Supply by 2031  A news release issued by the organization says Majors Randy and Kathy Hellstrom, and Envoy Jennifer Dieterle are now as the local Corps Officers effective Monday.  3 New L...

Minnesota homeowners, your summer lawn care could lead to big fines! Learn about Minnesota's mowing laws on yard waste, street disposal, and noise ordinances.

Rumors started circulating about a new place opening in downtown Rochester...and the rumors are true. Here's when the new Stubborn Donkey cocktail bar is having their soft opening.

Health — especially mental health — is the most-cited reason for why artists are taking time off the road in 2026.

From Roseau to Worthington, 39 Minnesota airports are splitting $8 million for runway, lighting and safety upgrades. See if your local airport made the list, and what the state says it means for jobs and travel.

Each singer on this list of the most likable country stars of today is as genuine as they seem.

Garth Brooks just revealed the third city on his Blame It All On My Roots Tour.

Some artists reach out privately. Some take shots without saying his name. He says he knows exactly who they're talking about.

Over 37,000 fans walked into Fenway Park on a Sunday night and walked out with something none of them saw coming.

What began as a heartfelt song about motherhood has come full circle for Hannah Harper, who says one of the first supporters of "String Cheese" is now part of her biggest career milestone yet.

The country music icon is sharing heartbreaking new details about the violence she witnessed—and experienced—growing up, while reflecting on how those early years shaped her life.

'Imagine That' is a guy's last-ditch effort to get his ex back, by any means necessary.

Take another look through Duluth, Minnesota's famous 'Mushroom House', aka the 'Flintstone House', that went on the market in May, 2026. The triple-dome legend ultimately sold for more than its original asking price.

The country music world has mourned some heavy losses so far in 2026.

Bunnie Xo just expanded her real estate portfolio with a new home in LA. Much like her home in Nashville, she'll share the property with her closest friends.

Parker McCollum and his wife, Hallie Ray Light, have welcomed their second child.

From massive water bodies to smaller inland lakes, these are Minnesota's 10 most dangerous waters, with rankings determined by fatal-accident data, water traffic, and important water conditions.

Garth Brooks' 2026 arena tour is a callback to one of his biggest tours ever, which launched 30 years ago in 1996.

The Wisconsin State Fair kicks off on August 6, and from an alligator-stacked Bayou Crunch Cup and a bratwurst-filled Cream City Cone to Color-Changing Swamp Juice, here are the best new foods and drinks that you must try.

The new season is just around the corner.

Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- A new state law that prohibits Cryptocurrency kiosks in Minnesota is now in effect.  See Also: Dog Watcher Gets Prison Sentence for Stealing from Rochester Home  The machines allowed users to instantaneously convert cash into digital currency.  The law r...

Think you could get in? These Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin schools are among the toughest to crack, with acceptance rates that might surprise you.

From the outside, everything seemed perfect, but inside, a woman was drowning in addiction. This is a powerful reminder that appearances can be deceiving.

Country music has always had a formula for launching new voices, and according to one veteran journalist, Ella Langley is following it almost perfectly.

National media reports indicate federal authorities are investigating possible Iranian involvement in the Minnesota cyber attacks.

Disappointing news today for guests going to the Olmsted County Fair - the carnival rides are closed for the day due to weather. Here's the latest update and how hours are going to be adjusted for Saturday and Sunday.

Garth Brooks has added another date to his ongoing 2026 Blame It All on My Roots Tour.

The court document says the case began when Rochester police encountered an online sex advertisement.

Minnesota's top 11 professional athletes are set to split around 300 million dollars next season — and the highest-paid one is only 24 years old.

Just a short drive from Rochester, these eight Minnesota waterfalls are perfect for a quick road trip, a little fresh air, and some seriously impressive views.

A plane that's been flying out of Minneapolis for over a decade just made its final departure — and it's the kind of quiet ending that frequent flyers might actually notice.

'Lioness' Season 3 pictures show plenty of fighting, at home and abroad.

On Saturday, August 15, the Civic Center North parking lot, located north of the Mayo Civic Center along East Center St., will be closed for good.