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Child Pulled from Pool at Minnesota Apartment Complex Dies in Hospital
Edina, MN (KROC-AM News)- A child pulled from a pool at a Minnesota apartment complex has died in the hospital. That’s according to a news release issued Monday by the Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office. The young boy was pulled from a pool at an apartment complex in Edina.
Impressive Southern Minnesota Rainfall Totals in the Past 24 Hours
Southern Minnesota received another dose of heavy rain yesterday, continuing our soggy weather pattern for this spring. No part of Minnesota is experiencing any level of drought conditions at this time. Yesterday's storms dropped some impressive rainfall totals, causing area rivers, creeks, and streams to remain at high levels. 24...
How Many of Minnesota’s Tallest Buildings Can You Name?
When it comes to big cities and tall skyscrapers, Minnesota can't compare with some of the biggest cities in the country like New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles -- but we've got our own tallness going on. Here are the tallest buildings in the Land of 10,000 Lakes -- and...
Multiple Dogs Killed, 2 People Hurt in Fire That Destroyed Southeast Minnesota Home
Lanesboro, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Minnesota State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a fire that killed multiple dogs, injured two people and destroyed a home in southeastern Minnesota. First responders were called to the house fire in Fillmore County shortly after 6:20 Monday morning. A news release issued by...
Wisconsin’s 10 Best State Parks Visitors Can’t Stop Raving About
Wisconsin is blessed with some incredible natural spaces that are preserved as state parks, managed by the Wisconsin DNR. Some of these parks draw millions of visitors each year!. While some of the Badger State's most-visited parks tend to be closer to the state's biggest population centers. some of the...
Southeast Minnesota Man Sentenced for Teen’s Drug Overdose Death
Red Wing, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Minnesota man has been sentenced in connection with the fatal drug overdose of a teenager. The Red Wing man entered into a plea agreement in March just days before his murder trial was scheduled to start. The criminal complaint accuses 46-year-old DeShawn Lee Smith...
Now Is The Time to Hit This Switch on Ceiling Fans in Minnesota
Today, our air conditioner decided to start making this extremely loud, nasty noise. It never fails that the items you need the most fail when you need them the most. We've got scorcher temps coming and my house is already 80+ degrees. (I also still have the flannel sheets on our bed because I love how comfy they are - I'm thinking those are getting pulled off tonight.)
UNDERCOVER: What it is Like to Be Homeless Right Now in Rochester, MN
The Homeless Experiment To Expose The Hostility in Rochester, Minnesota. With a hidden camera and me dressed up as someone who appeared to be homeless, I had a plan - sit in downtown Rochester, specifically in front of some of the businesses where it is known that people are rude to those experiencing homelessness.
Viral Travel Hack Could Actually Get You Banned From Your Next Flight
Let's face it, airline travel is awful most of the time. Unless you're doling out the big bucks for first class, you've probably been tempted to seek out some travel hacks on social media. There's just one problem with that. You, of course, can't trust everyone online. Airport Pillow Hack...
Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Parts of Southeast Minnesota
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for portions of southeast Minnesota and northern Iowa in effect from 5:05 pm this evening through midnight. Minnesota counties in this Severe Thunderstorm Watch include Dodge, Faribault, Fillmore, Freeborn, Houston, Mower, Olmsted, Wabasha, and Winona. Scattered wind gusts up to...
Everything You Need to Know About Rochester’s 4th of July Festival
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - The City of Rochester has released details of its official 2024 4th Fest Independence Day celebration. Organized by the Rochester Public Music Department, the annual 4th Fest event is free and open to the public with live music and local food and drink vendors. The...
Jelly Roll Thanks Fans for His Latest Career Milestone
Jelly Roll is sitting on what could be the biggest song of his career after dropping "I Am Not Okay" on Wednesday, June 12. The country singer took to social media to thank his fans for their support. "Thank you for making 'I'm not ok' the biggest release of my...
The Decline of Pay Phones in Every State
There were over 2.1 million pay phones in the U.S. at their peak in 1999, but now the technology is mostly relegated to nostalgia. Few wall-mounted pay phones linger in strip malls, and the silver and blue phone booths are mostly gone from the busy streets they once dotted in many parts of the U.S. Pay phones have become so rare that the FCC stopped requiring audits of them in 2018.
Flood Watch Issued for Parts of Southern Minnesota
The National Weather Service has expanded and extended a Flood Watch, now in effect until 7:00 am Wednesday morning for portions of southern Minnesota. Included in this Flood Watch are Dakota, Goodhue, Le Sueur, Rice, Scott (+more) counties in southern Minnesota, including the entire Twin Cities metro. Additional multiple rounds...
There May Be Hope For This Suffering National Restaurant Chain After All
Remember how we all shed a tear over the uncertain future of cheddar bay biscuits at Red Lobster last month?. There is now hope the seafood chain might not be hit as hard as initially thought by its recent bankruptcy filing. How Red Lobster Ended Up Filing For Bankruptcy. Rumblings...
Have You Seen Him? Authorities Looking For Missing Wisconsin Teenager
The Washburn County Sherriff's Office shared a missing person notice on Monday regarding a young man from Northwestern Wisconsin who was last seen on Friday, June 14. In the release from the sheriff's office, they describe the missing individual as a 19-year-old male from Sarona, Wisconsin named Gunnur Hess - who you can see in the photo at the top of this article.
Darius Rucker Reveals Surprising Fact About Hootie and the Blowfish From Back in the Day (Exclusive)
Darius Rucker's band, Hootie and the Blowfish, had a legendary run back in the '90s. Their album, Cracked Rear View, is one of the highest selling albums in the world, to this day. I recently spoke with the "Wagon Wheel" singer, on Taste of Country Nights with Evan Paul On...
Two Women Groped By Unknown Man Riding Bike On Busy Minnesota Trail
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Rochester Police Department is looking for a man suspected of groping two women on a busy southeast Minnesota trail. Communications Coordinator Amanda Grayson says officers responded to a pair of sexual assault reports at the trail Sunday afternoon. The incidents were reported separately but are...
This Dog Breed is Illegal to Have in 12 States Including Illinois
I'm a huge dog lover! I have four of my own. According to Forbes, dogs are the most popular pet in the U.S. with 65.1 million U.S. households owning a dog. Do you have a favorite breed? Did you know that there is one breed that's actually illegal in 12 states?
Fire Hazard Forces Recall of Mattresses Sold at Target and Walmart in Minnesota
If there's one product you definitely want to comply with federal flammability regulations, it's a mattress. This recall is especially alarming. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has alerted consumers about a mattress available at retailers such as Target, Walmart, Amazon, and Home Depot. This mattress is being recalled for not adhering to mandatory federal flammability standards, creating a fire risk for consumers.
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