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Miranda Lambert Broke Up a Catfight Mid-Performance (Watch)
We already know that Miranda Lambert shows can get a little rowdy. She has some tunes in her library that can fire up people's emotions. But this is a first. As the saying goes, "Don't mess with Texas." Lambert was performing over the weekend in Midland, Texas, when a catfight broke out in the crowd.
A Big Change Is Now Happening at McDonald’s in Minnesota
A major change is taking place at McDonald's restaurants across the country, and may have already happened here in Minnesota. Anytime a major fast-food chain makes a change, it's big news. Especially when it's a fast-food staple like McDonald's, which has a TON of locations across the U.S. and right in our own backyards in Minnesota. This Visual Capitalist story says McDonald's has 13,444 locations in the U.S., second only to Starbucks and Subway.
New Info Released About Motorcycle Crash That Closed Part of a Rochester-Area Highway
Elgin, MN (KROC-AM News)- The State Patrol has released more information about the motorcycle crash that closed part of a Rochester-area highway over the weekend. Authorities closed a more than four mile stretch of Hwy. 63 to allow Mayo One helicopter to land at the scene. The crash that triggered...
HGTV Has Spoken! This is the Most Charming Town in Minnesota
Minnesota should be called the land of 10,000 fabulous small towns. I know there aren't that many small towns, but there definitely are lots of wonderful little cities throughout the state. Which is the most charming of them all?. HGTV recently did a little digging to find what they're calling...
Jason Aldean Reveals He Had To Be Talked Into Releasing His Biggest Hit Ever (Exclusive Interview)
With almost 30 No. 1 country songs under his belt, Jason Aldean is arguably one of the biggest country music stars of our generation. However, one of those No. 1 songs, almost didn't see the light of day. Jason Aldean Had to be Talked Into Releasing His Biggest Hit Song.
Young Man Dies After Disappearing from Group in Rochester Motorcycle Crash
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- A young motorcycle operator lost his life in a crash in Rochester over the weekend. Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office Captain Tim Parkin said deputies responded to the deadly crash around 7:30 Sunday evening. Responding deputies found the victim and his motorcycle in a treeline off...
We’re Now All Paying More for Deliveries in Minnesota
Don't look now, but you could now be paying more to have pretty much ANYTHING delivered to your home in Minnesota. The increasing popularity of online shopping has been going on for a while here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes and across the country. It took off during the pandemic when we all stayed home and tried to limit those trips to stores.
Carrie Underwood Shares Rare Family Vacation Photos with Fans
In this latest Instagram post, Underwood gave us a peek behind the proverbial curtain, and showed us some rare pics of her kids and also shared what the crew did for the day at Hershey Park. It seems to have paid off for Hershey Park to have treated Underwood and...
Really? Does Your Car Fob Have This Hidden Talent?
Do you ever go in and thumb through your vehicle's owner's manual? On road trips when I'm bored and not driving I'll crack open the glovebox and peruse what things are included in my vehicle, and what I didn't get in terms of options. One thing I learned recently is that if I hit a button twice on my fob, and hold the key down after the second push it rolls down all my windows.
Blooming Prairie is Home to the Ultimate 4th of July (and 3rd) Celebration
When you think of a real 4th of July Celebration in America, you may not realize it -- but you're picturing the annual two-day celebration in Blooming Prairie. And they're piling on this year, for the 50th annual celebration. From a car show to parade, live music to games, bingo...
One Hospitalized After Crash at Hwy. 52 Intersection in Chatfield
Chatfield, MN (KROC-AM News)- One person was taken to a hospital following a crash at an intersection along Hwy. 52 in southeast Minnesota over the weekend. Two vehicles were involved in the collision. The State Patrol responded to the crash around 5:30 Sunday afternoon. The two-vehicle crash occurred at the...
St. Cloud Native Making A Difference In Flooded Waterville
This is one of those tales of Minnesota Nice that could become a Hallmark Movie. Liz Swenson, a St. Cloud native who works in the Shakopee area, felt compelled to help those dealing with the devastation left behind by flooding in Waterville, MN. According to Swenson, she thought she'd be handing out water and food, but instead, she is managing donations coming in to help those affected by flooding.
Young Faribault Man Identified as Murder Victim in Minnesota Amazon Warehouse Shooting
Lakeville, MN (KROC-AM News)- The man shot and killed at the Amazon fulfillment center in Lakeville over the weekend was a Faribault resident. That’s according to a news release issued by the Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office Sunday afternoon. Lakeville Police Officers responded to the deadly shooting around...
Famous Face Showing Up at Golf Course in Southeast Minnesota
Rumor is that a famous face might be showing up in July in Southeast Minnesota! If you happen to love golf, you might be one of the lucky ones to see him in person. Actually, I know it is possible because tickets are still available!. Famous Face Showing Up in...
Minnesota Police Department Offers Free Catalytic Converter ID
Catalytic converter theft isn't something new as people have been stealing them for years. It was about 12 years ago that I remember was the first time someone I knew had one stolen and it was as recent as a year ago a company I worked for had multiple issues with theft on work trucks.
Minnesota Police Department Reminds The Public Of City Curfew
When I was growing up in the Twin Ports, we never had any concern with a curfew and were never bothered by the police that I can remember. Though I will say, my group of friends didn't cause that much trouble except maybe being too loud while hanging out. I...
Looks Like Another Minnesota Fireworks Show is Cancelled
With the 4th of July just around the corner, everyone is super excited for a day off. Yeah, you thought I was going to say fireworks. ;0 People are excited about that as well. Unfortunately, flooding has already canceled one huge 4th of July event. Sadly, word just got out that another huge fireworks display has also been canned for the upcoming holiday.
Motorcycle Crash Shutdown Highway 63 North of Rochester
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - A section of Highway 63 north of Rochester was closed to traffic Saturday evening while emergency personnel responded to a motorcycle crash. Preliminary reports indicate the highway was shut down around 6:30 PM to allow the Mayo One helicopter to land and transport the crash victim to the hospital. The reports indicated the area affected was between the roundabout at 75th Street Northeast and Highway 247.
Rochester Police Investigating Shooting Near Goose Egg Park
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - There was a heavy police presence early today in the vicinity of Goose Egg Park in northwest Rochester. The Rochester Police Department has released very little information, but law enforcement radio traffic indicates officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 200 block of 10th Street Northwest at about 12:15 AM. A witness reported hearing gunshots and seeing a vehicle speeding east away from the park with its headlights off.
State Patrol – Driver Fled Scene Following Fatal Crash in Eagan
Eagan, MN (KROC-AM News) - The State Patrol is reporting that one of the drivers involved in a fatal crash in Dakota County Saturday afternoon fled the scene on foot. Preliminary reports on the incident indicated occurred at the junction of Highway 55 and Lexington Avenue in Eagan just after 3 PM. The State Patrol says an SUV headed east on Highway 55 went through a red light and crashed into the passenger side of another vehicle attempting a left turn onto Lexington Avenue.
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