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Austin, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Austin Police Department has released more information regarding a gun call that prompted a lockdown at Austin High School Wednesday afternoon. Law enforcement responded to the school around noon after the Austin Police Department’s School Resource Officer requested assistance in response to the report of a gun being brandished at the school. Officials said Wednesday the initial investigation did not uncover evidence to indicate a gun had been brandished.

Police Provide Update on Gun Call at SE Minnesota School

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Faribault, MN (KROC-AM News)- Police in Faribault say a man pulled from a river after being reported missing by his family has died. A news release from the Faribault Police Department says officers were dispatched to a missing person report shortly after 5 p.m. Friday. The man’s family told police he took his dogs out two hours prior to the call and was overdue for his return.

Missing Faribault Man Dies After Being Found in River

Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The City of Rochester has been awarded a grant meant to combat drug trafficking. The grant comes from the National Drug Control Policy's (ONDCP) High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas Program. The purpose of the program is to equip local, state, federal and tribal law enforcement agencies with funding to help cover the cost of disrupting and investigating drug trafficking and violent crime.

Rochester Awarded Grant to Fight Drug Trafficking, Violent Crime

Austin, MN (KROC-AM News) - A lockdown was ordered at Austin High School today due to a report of a firearm possibly being brandished at the school. The lockdown was put in place around noon after an Austin Police Department School Resource Officer requested additional help at the high school in response to the report. Austin Police Chief David McKichan says the police department with assistance from the Mower County Sheriff's Office responded to investigate the situation.

Report of Possible Gun Prompts Lockdown at Austin High School

Postdam, MN (KROC-AM News)- Three Minnesotans were hurt following a three-vehicle crash near Rochester Wednesday morning. The State Patrol responded to the crash along Hwy. 247 about a mile east of Hwy. 63 in Farmington Township. The crash was reported shortly before 7 a.m. The state crash report indicates a...

Multiple Injured in Three-Vehicle Crash Near Rochester

Owatonna, MN

Owatonna, MN (KROC-AM News) - The State Patrol says slick conditions were present when troopers responded to a fatal crash this morning near Owatonna. The head-on collision occurred just before 7 AM on Highway 218 about 2 miles south of the Highway 14 interchange in an area southeast of Owatonna. The State Patrol says 59-year-old Terry Pelovsky was driving a car south on Highway 218 when it collided with a northbound SUV. Pelovsky was transported to the Owatonna hospital where he died from his injuries.

Deadly Head-On Crash Near Owatonna

Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- A new service provider will take over Rochester’s electronic parking system on Monday. A statement from the City of Rochester released Friday afternoon says the city’s Parking Enforcement and Residential Parking Permit programs will transition to a service provider IPS group. Officials say the change in service providers will offer a better user experience.

Change For Rochester Parking System Begins Monday

Nothing beats a cozy cafe or bakery. There's just such a warm, pleasant feeling when you're in one of those places. It's the best. So I wanted to know about your favorite cozy cafes and bakeries that are within an hour of Rochester, Minnesota. I asked for your feedback on...

25+ Cozy Cafes + Bakeries Within an Hour of Rochester

Some like them mild, some like them super spicy. Nearly everyone likes to dress them up with various garnishes. The most popular items that people throw in their Bloody Mary include celery, cheese, olives, and beef sticks. I prefer a pickle over a piece of celery and I like mine extra spicy.

Minnesota Bar Creating ‘Largest Bloody Mary Bar’ For Good Cause

Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - Some proposed changes to the City Charter are headed to the Rochester City Council for consideration. The Rochester Charter Commission met Tuesday afternoon and voted to recommend amendments to the charter's language concerning Rochester's Park and Library Boards. The proposals would shift the responsibility and authority for hiring and supervising the directors of both departments from the appointed boards to the city administrator.

Rochester Charter Commission Recommends Charter Changes

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When St. Patrick's Day lands on a Friday, adults aren't really thinking about work. They are thinking about GREEN BEER! There are a bunch of places around Southeast Minnesota offering a bunch of St. Patrick's Day fun but I decided to make sure the kids had some fun too. Free...

Amazing Leprechaun Created Fun and Prizes for Minnesota Kids

Great minds think alike, and in this case, it is all about ice cream! Just a few weeks ago, a brand new ice cream shop opened up in the old Potbelly's location in downtown Rochester, Minnesota. If you missed the news, Fuzzy's Italian Ice has a huge variety of delicious treats to enjoy, including bubble waffle cones. As of March 14th, the Med City has another location sweetening up the NE side of town.

Check Out The Bubble Waffle Cones at New Ice Cream Shop in Rochester

Byron, MN

Zollman Zoo in Southeast Minnesota Makes Sad Announcement. Some super sad news for animal lovers hit Minnesota on Tuesday, March 14th. An animal that many in Southeast Minnesota have loved to visit at Zollman Zoo has unfortunately passed away. Zollman Zoo, located at 5731 County Rd 105 NW in Byron,...

Animal Lovers Heartbroken At Latest News From Zoo In Southeast Minnesota

St. Paul, MN (KROC-AM News)- A bonding bill funding $1.5 in public works projects failed to get the 60% majority required for passage in the Minnesota Senate Thursday afternoon. Republicans in the DFL-controlled Senate followed through on a promise to withhold their required votes for passage until the Senate addresses...

Bill to Fund Infrastructure Projects Fails Minnesota Senate

Self-proclaimed coffee queen here with some awesome news for Rochester, Minnesota. I just heard when the newest coffee shop in the Med City will be opening!. Opening Date Announced for Newest Coffee Shop in Rochester, Minnesota. I know a ton of high school kids who are anxiously awaiting for opening...

Brand New Caribou Coffee Opening Soon in Rochester

American Ninja Warrior debuted on American television back in 2009 and features athletes from all over the country. Each year thousands of people compete on obstacle courses in cities across the country with the hopes of making the finals in Las Vegas. The championship obstacle course in Vegas is insanely...

Two Rochester Residents To Compete On American Ninja Warrior

Think summer! The Steele County Free Fair has announced the artists that will appear on the grandstand stage this August -- and it's gonna be a country music party in Owatonna. 2023 Steele County Free Fair Grandstand Lineup. TUE 8/15: Classic Antique Tractor Pull (6:00 pm) WED 8/16: LoCash with...

JUST IN: Steele County Free Fair Reveals 2023 Grandstand Lineup

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Stewartville Man Sentenced For Threatening to ‘Shoot Up’ Business

Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - A Stewartville man accused of threatening to shoot up a business with an AR-15 will not have to serve any additional...

Stewartville Man Sentenced For Threatening to ‘Shoot Up’ Business

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