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Jelly Roll’s Son Makes a Rare Public Appearance at Kid’s Choice Awards [Photos]
It was family night for Jelly Roll and his two children -- Bailee Ann DeFord and Noah Buddy DeFord -- at the 2024 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards on Saturday night (July 13.) Jelly -- who was a nominee at presenter at the awards show, and also got slimed onstage -- walked the red carpet with his 16-year-old daughter Bailee and seven-year-old son Noah. The family matched in denim outfits, and little Noah gave a sweet thumbs up and a big smile to cameras on the carpet.
Cody Johnson Speaks Out After Trump Campaign Rally Shooting [Watch]
Just minutes after former president Donald Trump was injured in a shooting at his campaign rally on Saturday evening (July 13), Cody Johnson took the stage for a performance in Chicago, Ill. The singer had thoughts to share on the incident, which bloodied Trump's face and left at least one...
$4 Million Housing Project Subsidy Before Rochester City Council
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - The Rochester City Council is expected to vote Monday on a proposal to invest $4 million in a major housing development in northwest Rochester. Under the plan, the funding from the Rochester sales tax extension approved by voters last fall to support economic vitality will be used to reduce the prices of just over 200 new homes that are set to be included in the Prairie Ridge Development along Valleyhigh Drive Northwest and the 50th Avenue Northwest.
80 MPH Wind Gust Near Rochester & Tornadoes Reported to the West
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) The severe storms that moved across southeastern Minnesota in the late afternoon and early Saturday evening produced two reports of possible tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds. The National Weather Service is reporting a confirmed tornado in the Kenyon area in Goodhue County. At the time...
Everything We Know About Donald Trump Rally Shooting Victims
Two people are reportedly dead and another person critically injured after the apparent shooting at the Donald Trump campaign rally. The horrific shooting took place at 6:13 PM on Saturday (July 13) while Trump was campaigning in Butler, Pennsylvania. According to new reports, the alleged shooter was killed in addition to at least one attendee in the crowd.
(UPDATED) Rochester Included in Severe Storm Warning
The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued a. * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Olmsted County in southeastern Minnesota... Northeastern Mower County in southeastern Minnesota... Southeastern Dodge County in southeastern Minnesota... Northwestern Fillmore County in southeastern Minnesota... * Until 715 PM CDT. * At 623 PM CDT, a severe...
Famous Actors Who Are Also Country Singers
Kevin Costner, Billy Bob Thornton and more top-name actors are well-known for their starring roles in television and film, but did you know that some off your favorite actors are also country singers?. Costner was actually a musician before he was ever a famous actor, and he now heads up...
Lainey Wilson Tells Hilarious Story About Her Parents Meeting Miranda Lambert [Exclusive]
Lainey Wilson is not only the 2024 CMA and ACM Entertainer of the Year, but she is also a kind-hearted soul who loves her family. Wilson's father had been sick a while back, but he is doing much better now, and Wilson's parents are huge country music fans as well.
Severe Storms Possible Today Across Southern Minnesota
There's a threat of severe storms across southern Minnesota today, tomorrow, and Monday. A line of thunderstorms over western Minnesota will track southeast through central and eastern Minnesota by late this morning. The main severe risk will likely be late this afternoon and evening. Large hail and damaging wind gusts...
The 10 Most Expensive Counties in Minnesota
There’s a lot to love about living in Minnesota. The state offers spectacular, distinct seasons, welcoming communities, a family-friendly environment, a robust economy, and breathtaking countryside. However, living in The Land of 10,000 Lakes brings a unique blend of expenses that contribute to the state's undeniable charm. From soaring...
Plea Deal For Minnesota Child’s Shooting Death Appears in Doubt
Fairmont, MN (KROC-AM News) - It appears a plea deal stemming from a shooting that took the life of a two-year-old child in southern Minnesota last fall has fallen apart. 34-year-old Colton Mammenga of Welcome is charged with two counts of second-degree manslaughter, a felony child endangerment charge, and a gross misdemeanor charge of negligent storage of firearms. Several months ago, a court filing indicated he had reached a plea agreement with prosecutors in Martin County and was set to admit to the felony child endangerment charge in exchange for the dismissal of all the other charges.
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