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Driver Arrested After Rollover Near Royalton
ROYALTON (WJON News) -- A driver was arrested after rolling his vehicle. The Morrison County Sheriff's Office says the incident happened Wednesday at about 9:15 p.m. on 170th Avenue about one mile north of Royalton. The Sheriff's Office says 22-year-old Drew Shaw of Fort Ripley was traveling north when he...
Minnesota Doctor Reveals the Dirtiest Things You Touch Everyday
This morning, we talked about money and how dirty dollar bills can get. You might have heard before that our money can have cocaine on it – that's actually true. It's also got fecal matter on it. Pretty gross, huh? There are numerous everyday items that are covered in harmful germs and could potentially make you sick. Check out other germ covered items below and some tips to help you stay healthy.
How Your Smartphone Can Actually Save You From Getting A Ticket
On our recent family road trip, my Apple Car play announced "Speed Check Reported Ahead." It's the first time I've ever had that happen, so I was curious to see if there really was a speed check ahead. Sure enough, a State Patrol was there with a radar gun out tucked in between the cover of some trees in a turnaround. Fortunately, I wasn't speeding, but that got me wondering how this works.
Top 13 States Where Minnesotans are Moving to the Most
In case it hasn't become apparent, I love Minnesota. I've lived here my whole life and I wouldn't have it any other way. I know plenty of people also really enjoy living in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but it's not for everyone. I know, our winters are terrible, so...
Child Pornography Indictment Accuses Man of Grooming Minnesota Teen for Sexual Images Via Social Media
Minneapolis, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Virginia man has been indicted for using social media to obtain sexually explicit material from a Minnesota teenager. Details regarding the federal indictment are included in a news release issued by the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Minnesota on Wednesday. Authorities arrested the suspect earlier this month in Virginia.
See Shaboozey In Minnesota This September
He's one of the biggest rising stars in music right now and you have a chance to see him in Minnesota later this year!. Shaboozey is hitting the road this fall on his recently-announced 'Where I've Been Isn't Where I'm Going Tour' and that includes a stop in Minneapolis. Concert...
Second COP House Planned for St. Cloud’s Southeast Side
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The plan to create St. Cloud's second Community Outpost is moving forward. On Monday night the city council is expected to approve a renovation agreement for the city-owned building at 10-10 Park in southeast St. Cloud. The city has received a $475,000 grant from the United States Department of Justice.
Can You Dumpster Dive in Minnesota? Here’s What You Need to Know
It's a dumpster diving dilemma: Can digging through a dumpster get you into trouble or is diving into a dumpster to see what you can find legal here in Minnesota?. Inflation has raised prices in just about every aspect of our lives, and to try to ease that pinch on your pocketbook or checkbook you might be tempted to sift through a dumpster behind a well-known store just to see if there's anything of value in there. But is it legal here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes?
Iowans, Get Your Cameras Out To Capture Iowa’s Glory And Win
You can add prize-winning photographer to your list of accomplishments!. Besides the plentiful road construction signs, there really are some beautiful points to capture on your camera roll in Iowa. The Coalition To Support Iowa Farmers is looking for just those. They're having a photo contest that has 3 categories...
Wisconsin Is Home To One Of The Scariest Thrill Rides I’ve Been On
I've been on quite a few roller coasters in my life. I love the adrenaline rush you get when you go over that first drop. I've been on some pretty intense ones too. Some of those that come to mind are the Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal Studios, The Incredible Hulk, Aerosmith's Rockin' Roller Coaster, and some other regional rides.
Injuries in Two Vehicle Crash on Highway 23 in Stearns County
ST. JOSEPH (WJON News) -- One person was hurt in a crash on Highway 23 in Stearns County. The Minnesota State Patrol says the incident happened at about 6:20 a.m. Thursday in St. Joseph Township. Both vehicles were heading north on the highway when one vehicle rear-ended the other. The...
Charges: Twin Cities Man Broke Into Rochester Home Twice, Stole Victim’s Phone
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Twin Cities man is facing a list of felony charges tied to a pair of reported burglaries and a theft at a Rochester home. That’s according to a criminal complaint filed in Olmsted County Court on Wednesday. The first alleged burglary occurred on Monday and the second happened on Tuesday.
Authorities Looking for Missing St. Cloud Teenager
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The Stearns County Sheriff's Office at the St. Cloud Police Department are asking for your help in finding a missing teenager. Sixteen-year-old Grisedia Gomez was last seen in St. Cloud on May 25th. She is a Hispanic girl, 5'4" tall, 200 pounds, with black hair, and brown eyes, and her front teeth are framed in gold.
Glow-Up Your Ride With A Free Car Detail From Colona Detail!
Ride in style with a free car detail from Colona Detail!. Summer can be hard on your car. Road trips, events, driving the kids to practices, our cars aren't likely to look pretty by now. It's time to get it looking good as new with Colona Detail. Open up the B100 app and enter to win a free car detailing (excluding RV's) for your ride!
St. Cloud Council to Discuss Resolution on County Jail, Courts
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The St. Cloud City Council will discuss the future on the Stearns County Justice Center during its meeting on Monday night. Council member George Hontos has asked for a discussion on a resolution stating the city council's support for keeping the jail and court services downtown.
Joe Mauer Will Join These Former Minnesota Twins In Cooperstown On Sunday [GALLERY]
The election of Joe Mauer means that there are now 12 former Minnesota Twins players in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Although the Twins' franchise history includes players who were Washington Senators before the team moved to Minnesota in 1961, this list is exclusive to those who played in Minnesota.
Sign Your Teen Up For The 2025 Minnesota Trades Academy
Got a teenager who doesn't know what he/she will do after high school? Have them put those sandbox skills to use and learn a trade!. The Construction Careers Foundation is accepting applications for the 2025 Minnesota Trades Academy. The teens get to see firsthand what it's like to work as...
Give Blood, Get an Amazon Gift Card Event in St. Cloud
We have been hearing for years about how much the donations from people giving blood drop off during the summer months. This makes sense because of how busy people are during the summer, and people just aren't as available for, or thinking about those types of things like they might be during the colder months here in Minnesota.
Do You Know What The Most Deadly Home Appliance Is?
Next time you are at home, take a look around at all of your appliances that you have. Which one do you think is the most dangerous? Believe it or not, there is a real answer to that question, and if you have a gas stove in your home you could be living on borrowed time.
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