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Walk through massive ice sculptures, sip cocktails in an ice bar, and hunt down a hidden speakeasy. The Vikings Lake Ice Festival kicks off January 16.

There are a number of items that can either get damaged or cause damage if left in your vehicle. Below is a list of 9 other things you should avoid leaving in your car when the cold weather hits Minnesota.

Light snow Thursday into Friday may create slick travel across the region. Behind it, temperatures in Rochester fall into the single digits with subzero nights.

Winter may not be the deadliest season on Minnesota roads, but it sees the most crashes. State troopers warn that using cruise control in snowy or icy conditions can make those crashes more likely.

If it feels a little spring-ish outside today, enjoy it. It’s a short-lived break before winter reminds us exactly where we live.

Here are the school closings, delays, and other cancellations across the Rochester and Southern Minnesota area for Tuesday, January 6th, 2026:

The forecast includes snow, strong winds, and potential flash freeze conditions.

Flash freezing has occurred on some roadways in the region.

Here are the school closings, delays, and other cancellations across the Rochester and Southern Minnesota area for Thursday, December 18th, 2025:

Minnesota has had our fair share of crazy temperatures throughout our history. These are the most extreme temperatures and where they happened.