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This Treat Map helps Rochester parents find the best trick-or-treat routes, spooky décor, and candy-filled homes. Here's where to find it!

Canadian Honker, Red Cow, and more Rochester restaurants are rewarding diners who post photos of their meals this month. Here's how easy it is to score some free stuff!

Get in the spirit of Spooky Season and check out these 29 horror movies that are set in Minnesota.

Forget the generic ghost and witch costumes. These Rochester-inspired Halloween ideas are clever, funny, and perfectly local!

Responding State Patrol troopers found one vehicle on the left shoulder and the other on the right shoulder.

As the leaves start to crunch underfoot, the annual debate begins: is it time for the scraper or the sunscreen? Let's talk frost in Minnesota.

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.

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.

The 38-year-old Rice County woman was accused of sending nude photos of herself to at least 5 students in the Northfield Public Schools.

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!

Child abuse, gruesome deaths, and existential dread — plenty of animated Disney movies have dark moments, but these scenes are just disturbing.

As Taylor talks about her engagement, she shares a heartfelt reminder about the balance of public life and personal privacy.

Imagine a classic hot dog getting a gourmet makeover — Texas Roadhouse's secret menu is stirring up appetites and excitement.

Charlie Hunnam’s portrayal of Ed Gein has stirred up some spirited conversation — but is the voice choice hitting the mark?

George Clooney confirmed the film will be shot in 2026.

Remember when Seth Rogen pulled no punches at the Emmys? Now, he’s facing the consequences—no more hosting for him. Let’s break it down.

Starbucks hands out free reusable red cups for one day in November. Here's how to get yours.

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.

At first glance, they look a lot like your average ladybugs, but they’re not the same.. and they will bite you.

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

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

We've gotten used to mild winters lately - is a change coming this year?

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.

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.

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.