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An annual competition to find the best bathroom in the US has concluded for 2025. This year's winner is Bear Head Lake State Park in Ely, Minnesota.

Rochester’s new 'Link or Treat' event is turning a construction zone into a spooky, family-friendly Halloween adventure.

There's more to Minnesota than meets the eye. Two neighborhoods are redefining what wealth looks like in our state.

Faribault’s Will Sonpon was seriously injured during a game and airlifted to the hospital. His recovery journey has begun — but the financial toll is just beginning.

Burlington fans, get ready another store is coming to Rochester! The second location will be on the northwest side of town.

A news release issued Tuesday afternoon says authorities made the arrests on Tuesday morning.

Looking to meet new people, expand your career opportunities, and build authentic connections in Rochester? Check out this new group!

The Midwest is about to get extra getting chilly! Here's what you need to know.

A list of the so-called 'best small towns for fall foliage' came out recently and it's all wrong. No Minnesota towns made the list! How is that even possible?

The 52-year-old suspect was arrested after a series of thefts from homes in southeast Rochester in recent days.

There's a Midwest version of 'Survivor' that's now casting. The competition happens in January and they're looking for Minnesota representatives.

Minnesota has 15 water towers in the running, but three stand tall in our corner of the state. Meet the tanks from Goodhue, Lewiston, and Owatonna—and vote today!

A news release issued on Monday says officers made the arrest after executing a search warrant at the suspect’s home late last week.

One happened in Dodge County and the other occurred in Mower County.

Kendra Scott is opening an exclusive one-day pop-up boutique for Holley Day—don’t miss your chance to shop.

Movies and some unique moments caught-on-camera and helping drive the most popular adult costumes this Halloween. Which one are you dressing up as this year?

Felony charges have been filed against a man arrested in connection with a disturbing incident at a Rochester convenience store.

*Cup pictured in photo is not the 2025 design* Fall is here, the holidays are coming up, and that means Starbucks Red Cup Day is vastly approaching. Yay! What is Starbucks Red Cup Day? If you're not familiar with Red Cup Day at Starbucks, prepare to be enlightened...

Are you ready for an intense winter? Start preparing now.

National foodies recently named the best pasta in every state, and Minnesota's winner is on the menu at a popular family-owned restaurant.

Taylor Swift's recent memories from her friend's wedding reveal a playful twist on fashion choices that might just make you chuckle.

“Stop believing I wanna see it or that I’ll understand, I don’t and I won’t.”

The new 17,000 square feet store is scheduled to open in summer 2026.

The company later replaced Photoshopped images with stills of James Bond.

For those of us who grew up in the '70s and '80s, the line between reality and fiction was as blurry as the static on late-night TV—let's dive into the movies, shows, and moments that kept us up at night (and maybe still do).

A recent study says the best in Minnesota not only provides pumpkins, but it boasts over 30 additional attractions.

The pop icon just confirmed a real Easter egg hidden in 'The Life of a Showgirl' — and shut down a few theories that were way off.

The movie comes out this weekend and there's a special way you can watch it a few days early.

Taylor Swift's skipping the Super Bowl halftime show — and her reason has everything to do with love, nerves, and the man on the field.

Pigeon droppings are corrosive and cause costly damage. The stubborn birds adapt to detterents, but maybe not this new spinning device.

The 19-year-old man was arrested in downtown Rochester Friday evening.

The demand is high and some seedings are in limited supply, so it's recommended that you order now.

It's not often that we see these types of temperatures in October - but it happened.

First responders were called to the report of the aircraft crashing shortly before 4:30 Sunday afternoon.

After recently hitting 900 stores, Kwik Trip is celebrating with a wave of grand openings in October.

The change in traffic will allow crews to begin work on a next phase of the Hwy.52/Interstate 90 interchange transformation.

The gas station’s rounding policy proves it’s still one of the nicest stops around.

Hundreds of stores are being closed across the U.S. Here are some of the notable chains shutting down locations.

The incident occurred around 4:30 Saturday afternoon.

Officers responded to the report of gunfire at a northwest Rochester apartment complex around 11:30 Saturday night.

He was the only person involved in the Wabasha County crash.

Season 21 winners of The Voice, the trio Girl Named Tom, are coming to Rochester, Minnesota's Mayo Civic Center. Here's how you can win tickets.

Amid the excitement of impending parenthood, a couple grapples with the weight of public scrutiny—real emotions behind the headlines.

Imagine being a movie star, and your kids just roll their eyes at your glamorous life. Emily Blunt's daughters are living that reality.

After a record-breaking tour, Swift’s stepping back. Imagine the pressure of keeping up those incredible standards while looking for new inspiration.

The top 30 pizza chains in the United States have been ranked, and pizza lovers in Wisconsin will be happy to know that the biggest of them all is easy to find.

Picture this: you snag that perfect gift at Target, but wait—what if it can’t be returned? Let’s untangle some unexpected rules.

Imagine a surprise garden proposal! Taylor Swift shares the heartfelt details of how Kelce made her engagement truly unforgettable. It’s a story you won’t want to miss.

The research project could lead to new indoor air quality standards and public health policies.

He was accused of posing as a vendor to gain access to a room where the trading cards were stored.

These popular horror films got terrible reviews from critics.

The victim was found after the Dodge County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a disturbance at a bar in Hayfield.

In a world where fame can feel fleeting, Miley Cyrus shares how her toughest moments taught her to appreciate life’s quieter pleasures.