It was once in just about every home, now the company behind it is reportedly ready to file for bankruptcy. The Street is reporting Tupperware is on the verge of Chapter 11 bankruptcy as its sales have dropped in recent years. Where Did Tupperware Get Its Name?. Nearly 80 years...

Fall in the Land of 10,000 Lakes is hard to beat. Minnesota's diverse forests, numerous lakes, and plentiful trails and parks make it a destination for people from far and wide each autumn. While last year the fall colors got off to a bit of an earlier start, it feels...

Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - Motorists in downtown Rochester may face traffic and disruptions through Thursday due to the annual Mayo Clinic Employee Appreciation Event. Preparations for the third annual event previously down 1st Ave., Southwest from Center Street to the south side of the Peace Plaza and second Avenue Southwest from Center Street to the turnaround on the west side of the Peace Plaza. Those closures will remain in effect through Thursday.

A few weeks ago we asked you to tell us you were from Minnesota, without actually saying you were from Minnesota. The results were very funny, and very Minnesotan -- ranging from comments about the weather and sports, to food and mosquitoes.

Specialty license plates can add a nice touch to your vehicle if you're willing to spend a little extra money each year. The good news is that the extra money you pay goes to a good cause you'd support with the license plate purchase. In Wisconsin, there are 2 Endangered...

On a normal day, it's likely that most Minnesotans will see a handful of squirrels and rabbits. I know I see at least that many just in my backyard, but we also have water and birdseed out, so that makes sense. The Most Common Wild Animals in Minnesota. Both animals...

If this is any indication of what kind of grandpa this dad will be, this baby is going to be getting a great one. A TikToker's video showing what happened after she told her parents she's expecting went viral thanks to her father's one-of-a-kind gift. Dad Flies Across The Country.

Now that the season is off an running, it's time to sit down and meet the 52 players that make up the 2024 Minnesota Vikings roster. From veterans to rookies, and the offense to the defense -- this season's team is loaded with talent, enthusiasm, and heart.

Sebastian Bach isn't just one of rock's most powerful vocalists and vivacious performers — he's also the foul-mouthed king of pull quotes. Case in point: In a recent conversation with UCR, the famously outspoken singer had a simple message for critics of his left-leaning politics and vocal support of the Democratic Party: "Go fuck yourself."

When it comes to fast food burgers, one chain not only 'welcomes you to delicious,' it also boasts the healthiest hamburgers according to PlushCare. "We defined a set of products (cheeseburger, regular fries, etc.) and identified the closest possible product at 24 leading U.S. fast-food chains. Using each chain’s nutritional menu, we compared the Calories (Kj), Sugar (g), Saturated Fat (g), and Sodium (mg) values for all the available products. We scored them according to the Department of Health's nutrient profiling method. Finally, we added up each product’s total “unhealthiness score” at each fast-food chain and ranked them across the restaurants."

Minneapolis, MN (KROC-AM News) - Bail was set at $1.5 million today for the Minneapolis woman accused of intentionally driving the vehicle into a group of people in downtown Minneapolis early Saturday. Charges were filed today in Hennepin County Court against 22-year-old Latalia Anjolie Margalli for allegedly causing the death...

I recently discovered that I like slushies. I've been enjoying wine slushies throughout the summer months at various locations, but I've never seen or tried a slushy like this. Would you like to head to Jordan with me? This is a slushy that kids and adults can enjoy, and an...

The future of St. Cloud State's Selke Field is uncertain but the facility does have an interesting history. SCSU Archivist Tom Steman joined me on WJON to talk about St. Cloud State University buildings and their history. Crowd at Selke Field (1937) for the homecoming football game, St. Cloud State...

Every once in a while, when I'm out shopping, running errands, or whatever, I'll spot someone driving with a dog in their lap. I've seen everything from little tiny dogs to big dogs in their owner's laps. But is it illegal to have your dog sit in your lap while...

The calendar may say that it's mid-September but according to Minnesota's weather, it's still the middle of summer. If you've been longing for those cool fall days and crisp nights around a bonfire or out at a football game, Mother Nature hasn't been cooperating much this year here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. Temperatures across the state the past week and a half have been more similar to the weather we normally see in the summer, not fall.

On Sunday, June 1, 2025, the Sessanta tour will hit Minnesota, featuring three major bands: Puscifer, Primus, and A Perfect Circle. The tour is celebrating Maynard James Keenan’s 60th birthday with a unique twist—each band will not only play their own sets but will also swap members throughout the night.

Get ready to scream! A fan-favorite haunted attraction is officially back in the Northland this Halloween season. The Haunted Forest is located in Saginaw, Minnesota and is exactly what it sounds like: a forest decked out with ghosts, clowns and everything else we are all terrified of!. This is the...

It looks like the Green Bay Packers have yet another famous fan - a former contestant on The Bachelorette and lead of The Bachelor!. Whether you genuinely love the franchise or you simply hate-watch, you can't deny that Joey Graziadei was one of the best leads in recent memory. He...

Update: The Washington County Sheriff's Office says they have located the person of interest and have taken him into custody. Previous Story: Hugo, MN (KROC-AM News)- Authorities investigating a Minnesota murder are looking for a man they describe as dangerous. He is a person of interest in the case at...

I had no idea that you couldn't fillet fish on the lake I was on this weekend. To be specific, you can fillet them and eat them at your campsite, but if you plan on bringing them home you can't. What is going on here?. Regular Fish Fillet Regulations. In...