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Thousands of Fentanyl Pills Seized in Rochester Drug Bust
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - Charges recently filed in Olmsted County Court detail a recent drug bust in Rochester that resulted in the seizure of thousands of counterfeit Oxycodone pills containing fentanyl. The court documents indicate Rochester police investigators executed a search warrant at a residence in the Homestead Village...
One Killed, Five Injured in Late-Night Minneapolis Mass Shooting
Minneapolis, MN (KROC-AM News)- One person was killed and five others were injured in a mass shooting that occurred in Minneapolis. Officers responded to the gunfire around 11:30 Monday night near an encampment. A news release issued by the Minneapolis Police Department says the shooting happened on Franklin Ave. East...
Investigation Reveals New Information About Southern Minnesota Drowning, Identifies Victim
Lakeville, MN (KROC-AM News)- Authorities have released more information about an apparent drowning that occurred on a southern Minnesota lake on Sunday. First responders were dispatched to Lake Marion in Antlers Park in Lakeville and reported recovering the body of a male drowning victim. The man was one of three...
Rochester City Council Approves Multi-Million Dollar Subsidy for New Housing Development
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Rochester City Council approved a multi-million dollar subsidy for a new housing development on Monday. The subsidy will go towards lowering the prices of just over 200 new houses that are set to be built in northwest Rochester. The Prairie Ridge Development, which is being...
Rochester Police Seize Gun from Man Accused of Making Threats With Shotgun
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- Police seized a gun from a Rochester man accused of making threats during an apparent dispute on Sunday. That’s according to Rochester Police Department Communications Coordinator Amanda Grayson. Officers responded to the report of threats of violence involving a firearm around 7:30 p.m. Rochester Man...
Yum Or Yuck? Iconic Minnesota Brand Just Released Its Newest Flavor
A Minnesota flavor giant, Hormel, has announced a new flavor for one of its most polarizing food items. SPAM. The newest flavor is a fusion flavor that is Korean BBQ. The product is only available at Walmart locations, or online. According to SPAM's website the newest flavor is described as:
The Oldest Bus Driver In The World Lives In Minnesota
Roger….I’ll remember that name forever. Roger was the name of my bus driver when I was in high school. I don’t remember when he started as our bus driver, but he drove bus for my brother and me; and was still driving bus for my brother’s children throughout their school years. Everybody loved him.
URGENT! 3,400+ Kids in SE Minnesota Need Help With School Supplies This Year
Not trying to wreck your summer right now but just a heads up, school starts again in about a month (plus or minus a week or two depending on where you live in Minnesota). Target, Walmart, and all of the stores are getting ready to show you ALL of the fancy and new pencil pouches, backpacks, and items that are needed for your kid this year in school.
This Is Now The Most Expensive Home For Sale In Minnesota
Zillow's most recent data says there are 15,950 homes currently for sale in Minnesota and the average Minnesota home value is $340,688. The most expensive home in the state costs nearly 40 times more than that. This Minnesota mansion is perfect, but it is probably out of reach for most...
Guilty Plea From Rochester Man For Sexual Contact With Juvenile
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - A Rochester man is expected to receive a jail sentence after admitting to a felony criminal sexual conduct charge. 30-year-old Timmothy Robert Johnson was charged two years ago with a single count of second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a victim under 16 years old. According to the criminal complaint, Johnson was accused of repeatedly inappropriately touching a juvenile female on at least 10 occasions.
Faribault Man’s Body Found After Jumping From Veterans Bridge
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The Stearns County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a man who jumped off Veterans Bridge on Friday. Authorities say the Sheriff's Office along with the St. Cloud Police and Fire Departments responded to the area around the Veterans Bridge at Noon about a report of a man jumping into the Mississippi River.
Trump Chooses ‘Former Critic’ as Running Mate in Upcoming Election
After months of speculation and just days after an attempt on his life at a rally in Pennsylvania, Donald Trump has formerly announced his pick for vice president. Trump has named Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance as his running mate for November's Presidential election. The announcement came earlier today while Trump officially became the Republican party's nominee.
5 Teens Accused of Attacking Dating App User at Rochester Restaurant
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Rochester Police Department says five teenagers could face charges connected to an attempted underage solicitation sting. Communications Coordinator Amanda Grayson says the incident that led to the charging request occurred around 7:30 Friday night. Police responded to the McDonald’s restaurant on 2nd St. in southwest...
MN Appeals Court Ruling Favors Rochester Area Sex Assault Victim
St. Paul, MN (KROC-AM News) - The Minnesota Court of Appeals issued a ruling today in favor of a Rochester area woman in a civil case stemming from a sexual assault that occurred more than 10 years ago. Nearly 5 years after the crime occurred following a street dance in...
Former Rochester Man Admits to Murder Charge For Infant’s Death
Red Wing, MN (KROC-AM News) - A former Rochester man has admitted to a murder charge in connection with the death of his infant son. 28-year-old Hunter Matthew McCutchen, who currently has a Red Wing address, was charged last fall with two counts of first-degree murder, one count of second-degree murder, two counts of first-degree manslaughter, two counts of second-degree manslaughter, third-degree assault, domestic assault, torture of a child and child neglect, along with malicious punishment of a trial. All of the charges stemmed from the investigation into the death of the baby in May of last year.
Four Different Water Emergencies in Three Days Across Minnesota Lead to Three Deaths & Airlifted Child
Undated (KROC-AM News)- Three people are dead and a child is in the hospital following four separate water emergencies in three days across Minnesota. First responders across the state were dispatched to four different water emergencies between Friday and Sunday. Two were reported in or near the Twin Cities metro...
Minnesota Twins 2024 MLB Draft Picks
The first day of the 2024 MLB draft is in the books and the Minnesota Twins have chosen four quality players. The draft led off with Major League Baseball commissioner Robert D. Manfred Jr. announcing that the Cleveland Guardians selected Oregon State's Travis Bazzana at No. 1, making the slugger the first top pick in Australia's history.
Video Captures Driver Fleeing Deputies at Over 100 mph Crashing at Rochester Interchange
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Twin Cities man is in custody following a law enforcement pursuit that ended with a crash at a Rochester interchange. Olmsted County Sheriff’s Captain Tim Parkin says the incident began with an attempted traffic stop early Sunday morning. Deputies had tried to stop the vehicle for speeding.
Major Construction Project at Busy Southeast Minnesota Interchange Starts Monday
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- Monday marks the starting date for one of Minnesota’s largest road projects. The $27.5 million project will transform one of the busiest interchanges in southeast Minnesota over the next three years. Crews started work this past February by clearing trees to make room for the...
Wrong-Way Driver on I-90 Injured in Southeast Minnesota Crash With Semi
Houston, MN (KROC-AM News)- A wrong-way driver was taken to a hospital following a crash involving a semi in southeast Minnesota over the weekend. An SUV collided with the semi on Interstate 90 in Winona County. The State Patrol responded to the two-vehicle crash shortly after 10:15 Sunday night. The...
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