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The recommendations are scheduled to be presented to the Rochester School Board on June 9.

22-year-old Elijah Michael McCumber was reported missing over the Memorial Day Weekend. He was last seen shortly before 7:30 Saturday on Echo Valley Dr., which is a dead-end road in southeastern Winona County.

He has served with the Mower County Sheriff’s Office for the past 25 years and has spent the last seven-plus years as sheriff.

A fraud prevention investigator with Olmsted County Department of Family Support and Assistance began investigating the case last November.

Another National chain is coming to Rochester. The latest? Wingstop has filed a permit for Northwest Rochester - and based on what's in the permit, they're building out a full kitchen from scratch. Here's what we know so far.

Austin police say the car likely has front and damage on the passenger side.

With 65 state parks to choose from, Minnesota is a haven for outdoor lovers looking to connect with nature and recharge.

Rochester police began investigating him after receiving a cyber tip.

If you watched American Idol this season, you already know the winner with the powerhouse voice. Now she’s bringing that same energy to Rochester for a special night!

The successful challenge to a ban on binary triggers has also prompted a challenge to Minnesota's Paid Family and Medical Leave program.

In Minnesota, speeding tickets aren't just a slap on the wrist anymore—they’re hitting drivers where it hurts most: their wallets and their sense of safety.

Rochester's popular free splash pad at Lincolnshire Park just opened...but is already temporarily out of service. Here's the timeline when it is supposed to reopen.

In February, Google announced Pine Island as the future home for one of its data centers.

This week, a familiar musical word is tripping up Minnesotans—how does your spelling stack up against this Hawaiian favorite?

The decision followed a move by the state legislature that would have allowed the college to enter a long-term lease with the City of Rochester.

The Rochester Honkers are opting out of their Mayo Field lease, but they are going out with a bang by introducing "The Landing Zone" tailgate party for the 2026 season.

You've been saving it. We get it. But Chester's Kitchen & Bar just announced a hard stop on Nova Group gift cards - June 1, 2026. Here's why this decision was made.

When summer finally arrives in Minnesota, it hits differently than anywhere else. Here are the moments that make surviving winter completely worth it.

As Kip Moore grapples with the loss of his mentor, the music world feels the weight of a talented songwriter gone too soon.

Even a country star can't escape the tight grip of set security.

A unique opportunity is brewing for local eateries as a reality TV icon heads to town.

550 Wisconsin kids are hospitalized for asthma each year. A free state program can help eligible families in 4 counties manage it at home. Here's how to apply.

Ratings for Episodes 1 and 2 of 'Dutton Ranch' are finally in.

Fans are eager for information.

A massive 16-day America 250 celebration in Washington will bring together country, rock and hip-hop acts for a World Fair-style event.

We always knew we liked Smokey!

Packers RB Josh Jacobs was arrested on May 26 on five charges, including felony strangulation, following a disturbance call in Wisconsin. His legal team has issued a statement. Here's what we know.

Rio Paloma, Texas is a small town. Knowing which Dutton Ranch characters are loyal to one another helps you understand the show.

Minnesota just signed a law aimed at changing how teens use social media. Parental consent, no more infinite scroll, and the Attorney General can sue platforms that don't comply. Here's what the new law actually does.

Dolly's travel stop has something for everyone!

Minnesota's Air National Guard shot down an unidentified object in 2023 over Lake Huron. The video of the encounter has been released.

Natalie Maines and the Chicks will hit the road to play 16 historic theaters this fall.

"I say in the first part of this book, I really want you to love me, but the truth is you're probably not going to," Herndon tells Taste of Country.

Kane Brown shares who he believes is shaping country music right now, pointing to a couple major names dominating the genre.

It was estimated that he was speeding at around 90 mph just before the fatal collision.

Rochester police say he was arrested after officers found him hiding under the deck at his home a few blocks away from where the shooting occurred.

5 of 11 of Wisconsin's turtle species carry some level of protected status, and road mortality is a leading causes of turtle population decline. Here's why you're seeing them on the roads now, and what the DNR wants you to do about it.

It was a particularly special night.

The provocative show has become a smash!

Minnesota's roads are getting some serious love in a recent study—find out where they stand among the nation’s best.

With summer travel looming, even the recent drop in gas prices might not last. Local drivers may want to fill up soon.

That electric atmosphere at Lambeau Field was something else. Just wait until you hear how many fans showed up for Luke Combs' record-setting weekend.

A $10.3 million bridge project on a portion of I-94 in Minnesota means single-lane, head-to-head traffic 24/7 well into the fall. This will impact all motorists in the area. Here's what to expect and how to best navigate through it.

'You can hear me now, or you can pay me later,' Scott Borchetta told the new grads.

Matt even brought a stand-in for Morgan!

Kyle Busch's son Brexton is being praised for his courage after Sunday's race in Charlotte, N.C.

Officers responded to the gunfire at Roosters Barn and Grill, located at 2280 Superior Dr. NW around 10:45 Sunday night.

Zebra mussels are back, but the Minnesota DNR has a secret weapon. A brand new K9 unit is sniffing out trouble before it starts.