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Crash at Southeast Minnesota Intersection Sends Rochester Woman, 2 Others to Hospital
Kellogg, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Rochester woman was among three people taken to a hospital following a crash in Wabasha County. Two vehicles were involved in the crash. The State Patrol responded to the accident shortly before 3:30 Sunday afternoon. The two cars collided at the intersection of Hwy. 61...
Mary Martin, Veteran Manager Who Championed Keith Urban, Dead at 85
Mary Martin, a longtime artist manager and A&R executive in the country, folk and rock & roll formats, has died, according to a statement posted to social media by the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. She was 85 years old. Martin played a pivotal role in the careers...
Luke Combs’ Son’s Birthday Cake is a Country Kid’s Dream [Photo]
Looks like Luke Combs and his wife Nicole have a bona fide country boy on their hands. The couple's oldest son, Tex, turned two years old last month, and the family celebrated with a birthday cake fit for any budding little farmer. It was decorated in John Deere green icing, and embellished with mini crop patches, ears of corn and a toy front end loader.
Jelly Roll’s Wife Claps Back at ‘Gross’ Comments About Their IVF Journey
Jelly Roll's wife, Bunnie Xo, is standing up against hateful comments about the couple's journey towards having a baby. Specifically, Bunnie takes issue with fans who've had negative things to say about their decision to pursue surrogacy. She shared a screenshot of a Facebook comment from a user who opined that "carrying the child is so much more of the natural experience of motherhood."
Miranda Lambert Meets a Mini-Me At Her Minnesota Show [Watch]
Miranda Lambert stopped her Friday night show (July 5) to meet an adorable young fan who just so happens to share her name. During a performance in Hinckley, Minn., Lambert spotted a young girl who was repping her signature style -- complete with cowboy hat and fringed denim jacket -- and pulled her up onstage to say hello.
WWE Champ John Cena Stuns Fans With Shocking Live Retirement Announcement
On Saturday night's (July 7) WWE Money in the Bank Event in Toronto, John Cena took center ring and made a surprising announcement to the thousands in attendance. John Cena Leaves Fans Stunned After Shocking Announcement. As the Money in the Bank Pay Per View Event was just beginning tonight,...
Olivia Newton-John’s Stunning $25 Million Malibu Estate For Sale — See Inside! [Pictures]
Olivia Newton-John's former Malibu estate is for sale, and pictures show a stunning luxury property. The late country and pop superstar's 7-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom, 7,000-square-foot California mansion also once belonged to actress Sally Field, according to Fox Business. The spectacular property sits on just over three acres of densely wooded land, creating a lush haven that the official listing calls "a sanctuary unlike any home you have ever seen."
Freeborn County Government Center Given All Clear After Bomb Scare, Suspect Identified
Albert Lea, MN (KROC-AM News)- Authorities have given the Freeborn County Government Center the all clear after the building was evacuated due to a bomb scare on Friday. Freeborn County Sheriff Ryan Shea said the evacuation order was issued shortly after 3 p.m. after Albert Lea Police found a gun lockbox during a traffic stop and arrest.
$3.7 Million in Restitution Ordered in SE MN ‘Romance Scam’ Case
Wabasha, MN (KROC-AM News) - Restitution has been set at more than $3.7 million in the case of a southeastern Minnesota woman who bankrupted her employer by stealing the funds to meet the demands of a so-called "romance scammer." 61-year-old Sharon Ann Schmalzreidt was sentenced this week for her conviction...
Suspected Pipe Bomb Leads to Evacuation of Southern MN Courthouse
Update: Freeborn County Government Center Given All Clear, Police ID Bomb Scare Suspect. Albert Lea, (KROC-AM News) - An arrest on traffic-related charges led to the evacuation of the Freeborn County Government Center in Albert Lea this afternoon. Details are scant, but Freeborn County Sheriff Ryan Shea says the evacuation...
‘Redneck Woman’ Singer Gretchen Wilson Finds a Buyer for Stunning Tennessee Home — See Inside! [Pictures]
Gretchen Wilson has found a buyer for her luxurious home in rural Tennessee, and the new owner will be getting a "little slice of Heaven," according to the listing. The "Redneck Woman" singer listed her 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 2,225-square-foot house for sale for $625,000 on May 31, and the luxurious home received multiple offers immediately after going on the market.
Country Artists Who Have Sung the National Anthem
For more than a century, "The Star-Spangled Banner" has been played or sung before sporting events across the nation. And while numerous singers both acclaimed and unknown have taken on this heralded song, country artists seem to do it best. It's no surprise the Super Bowl has selected a singer...
State Patrol IDs Two Minnesota Men Killed in Separate Crashes
(KROC-AM News) - The State Patrol has released the names of two people killed in separate traffic incidents Tuesday night. One of the victims was a 19-year-old man from the Grand Rapids area. The State Patrol says Carter Haithcock of Goodland was fatally injured around 11:20 PM on Tuesday when he was struck by an SUV while he was walking in the traffic lane on Highway 169 in Nashwauk. The Grand Rapids woman driving the SUV was not hurt.
Heavy Showers May Have Contributed to Injury Crash at Oronoco
Oronoco, MN (KROC-AM News) - The State Patrol says two people were hurt in a crash just north of Rochester that occurred while heavy rain was moving through the area this morning. It was a two vehicle collision and was reported just before 7:15 AM on northbound Highway 52 at...
WATCH: Morgan Wallen Trips While Performing Fourth of July Show
Morgan Wallen took a little tumble in the middle of a performance recently but was able to recover nicely. The country artist was singing "You Proof" at BST Hyde Park in London on the Fourth of July when he tripped over something on the stage. Luckily, it doesn't appear that he was injured.
Fireworks Show Make-up Planned for Friday Night in Rochester
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- Rochester’s annual fireworks show is on track to be made up on Friday night. The display, along with the city’s annual 4th Fest, was called off on Thursday morning due to inclement weather. The event was set to feature food vendors and live music along with the fireworks.
Minnesota Man in Crisis Arrested After Shootout & Standoff With Police
Bloomington, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating after a Minnesota man in crisis was arrested following a shootout and standoff with police. The exchange of gunfire that was followed by a multi-hour standoff occurred early Friday morning. A news release issued by the Bloomington Police...
See How Your Favorite Country Artists Celebrated Fourth of July This Year
As the last few bits of fireworks fall and the smoke clears, we close the book on Fourth of July 2024. And while families and friends gathered in the name of independence this week, many of our favorite country artists did the same. For those who couldn't be with their loved ones, they celebrated with their fans as they put on dazzling shows on some of the biggest stages in the nation.
True of False, In MN It’s Illegal to Flash Your Lights at Another Car
In Minnesota, we know there are all kinds of things we're not supposed to do when we're driving -- but do anyway (sometimes). From driving with snow on our car to checking our phones when we're stopped at a light -- to speeding and not turning on our lights when it's raining.
13 Minnesota Cities to See Spectacular Fireworks on Friday, July 5th
Did you miss out on the Fourth of July fireworks? Don’t worry, because the celebration isn’t over yet!. Due to heavy rain in some areas on Independence Day, several cities in Minnesota have rescheduled their fireworks displays to Friday, July 5th. This means you get a second chance to watch the sky light up and keep the freedom celebrations going!
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