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Man Arrested For Giving Trooper Middle Finger Wins $175K Settlement For Violation of First Amendment
There are certain things in America that you just can't mess with. Some of those to be included are the amendments to the American Constitution. This situation took place in Vermont in 2018. Gregory Bombard was stopped by Trooper Jay Riggen in St. Albans, Vermont, on Feb. 9, 2018, because he believed Bombard had shown him the middle finger, according to the lawsuit.
How Accurate Is The New Facial Recognition Technology At Mall Of America?
Facial recognition software is now being used at Minnesota's Mall Of America. By entering the Mall of America, you consent to having your face scanned by security cameras. The Mall says they don't keep records or information on non-persons of interest. Officials with the mall say they are just scanning...
These Are Now The Deadliest Highways in Minnesota
If you're heading up north or hitting the road for the upcoming 4th of July holiday, be sure you use extra caution when you're behind the wheel on these roads, because they're the deadliest highways in Minnesota. We love our cars, SUVs, trucks and other vehicles here in Minnesota. Which...
Winona Man Admits to National & International Sexstortion Scheme Involving Young Girls
St. Paul, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Winona man is pleading guilty to federal charges connected to a national and international sextortion scheme involving young girls. That’s according to a news release issued by the U.S. Attorney’s Office of Minnesota. He entered the guilty plea on Thursday at the federal courthouse in St. Paul.
Riley Strain Update: Nashville Bars Cleared of Wrongdoing
Riley Strain was very drunk before he fell into the Cumberland River and drowned last winter, but the bars that served him did nothing wrong according to the Tennessee Alcohol Beverage Commission. The 22-year-old visited four downtown Nashville bars before exiting Luke Bryan's Luke's 32 Bridge bar and heading northeast...
Mother & Son Found Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide at Rochester Apartment Complex
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Rochester Police Department is investigating an apparent murder-suicide involving a mother and son at a Rochester apartment complex. That’s according to a news release issued by the department Friday morning. Officers found the bodies on Thursday after responding to a welfare check. Police made...
Mall Of America Partners With Israeli Facial Recognition Company For New AI Security Tool
In a press release issued this week by the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota's megamall announced they are "proud to announce the integration" of some new security technology into their security systems. The new technology they are referring to is what they refer to as an "advanced facial recognition...
Walgreens Plans to Close Stores Across America
In the past few years, the brick-and-mortar retail side of America has taken a pretty significant hit. With the closings of many stores, including CVS, Rite Aid and Walgreens already behind us, there are even more on the way. Walgreens CEO Announces Plan to Close Up To 25 Percent of...
Woman with Gun Shot and Killed by Police Officer in Minnesota Town
North Branch, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred on Thursday night. Limited information is available as of Friday morning. Officers first encountered the woman shortly after 9:15 p.m. The fatal officer-involved shooting happened at the intersection of 3rd Ave....
Minnesota Town Hosting Bigfoot Days Celebration
Are you looking for something fun to do over the holiday weekend? This might be right up your alley if you are into all things supernatural. The town of Remer, Minnesota is hosting Bigfoot Days on Friday, July 5th and Saturday, July 6th. Remer is known as the 'Home Of Bigfoot' thanks to a long series of sightings dating back more than a century.
Rochester Reincarnates Johnny Cash for Folsom Prison Experience
You have a chance to meet Johnny Cash as an inmate at Folsom Prison. Well, not the real Johnny Cash. Or the real Folsom Prison. A semi-immersive recreation of Cash's renowned 1968 Folsom Prison performance is coming to Rochester, and you could be a part of it!. The Folsom Prison...
Election Season is Here-Absentee Voting For Primary Starts Today
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - Absentee balloting for the August 13 primary election opens today. Locally, voters are being asked to narrow the field of candidates for the four positions on the Rochester City Council up for election this year. Current 5th Ward Councilmember Shaun Palmer, Randy Schubring, and Dean Koutsoukos are vying for the City Council President's position that is being vacated by Brooke Carlson.
We Now Know If Any Minnesota Hooters Locations Are Closing
Just a few days ago, communities around the country were waking up and learning that one of their restaurants had closed permanently. Since the start of 2024, at least 44 Hooters locations have shuttered with most feeling that impact this past weekend. Now, that list has been revealed, and the fate of Hooters restaurants in Minnesota.
This Minnesota Dogs’ Heartbreaking Story May Make You Cry
It's not everyday that I get choked up when I see something online. I typically only see ads now, which is annoying. For some reason, this ad for glasses with interchangeable frames is in front of me nonstop. I don't even wear glasses normally! But one photo popped in my newsfeed yesterday that had me in tears. It wasn't just the photo though. It was the story that went with it.
Kacey Musgraves Recalls First Time Smoking With Willie Nelson
Kacey Musgraves recently celebrated nine years since her hit “Pageant Material” song debuted. The track came from her hit album of the same name. For one of the songs on the album — “Are You Sure” — she called on famous friend Willie Nelson to sing on.
Meet the Adorable Two New Additions to the Minnesota Zoo
The Minnesota Zoo has welcomed two new residents and they're some of the cutest things I've ever seen! When I saw the announcement on Facebook I died. The zoo's mission is "to connect people, animals, and the natural world to save wildlife." They also have conservation programs that "protect endangered species and preserve critical ecosystems."
Alan Jackson’s Second Grandchild Arrives! [See Pictures]
Alan Jackson is officially a grandfather to two grandsons!. His oldest daughter, Mattie Jackson, welcomed her first child into the world on Thursday June 20. “One week ago my life was forever changed,” the new mom writes. The new mom shared various photos of their little guy, including the...
Will Appeals Court Ruling impact Rochester School District?
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - A three-judge panel of a federal appeals court has ruled against a Minnesota school district in a decision that could impact numerous other public school systems throughout the state. The decision handed down Wednesday by the 8th US Circuit Court of Appeals found that Independent...
John Deere CEO John C. May Selling Spectacular $3.9 Million Barn Mansion — See Inside! [Pictures]
John Deere CEO John C. May is selling his stunning "barndominium" estate in Illinois, and pictures show a one-of-a-kind property that you have to see to believe. May's 2-bedroom, 4-bathroom, 2,864-square-foot home sits on 80 rolling acres in Port Byron, Ill. Built in 2014, the main residence is fashioned like...
WATCH: Dolly Parton Gets ‘Tricked’ Into Promoting Ryan Reynolds’ Docuseries
Ryan Reynolds is the ultimate jokester and recently he and Rob McElhenney tricked Dolly Parton into promoting his new docuseries, Welcome to Wrexham. He shared the video on social media and although she was technically in on the entire thing, it's still a fun back and forth between the country legend and the men behind the project.
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