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New Haunted Tour Explores Spookiest Spots in Rochester, MN!
Mums, pumpkins, candy, and costumes! Halloween season has arrived and if you are looking for the Haunted Trolley Tours in Rochester, Minnesota, it seems they have vanished, just like the ghosts that it mentions. Don't fear though, the ghosts are still being hunted this Halloween season. Are the Haunted Trolley...
Wisconsin Police Warn Of New, Dangerous, Illegal TikTok Trend Reported In The State
A Wisconsin police department is warning the public about what they're calling a viral trend on the video social media platform TikTok that officials say is not only unsafe, but is also illegal. Police in the Milwaukee area have responded to a number of reports of teenagers participating in this...
High And Dry: 4 Minnesota Counties Without A Lake!
We all know that Minnesota's nickname is "Land of 10,000 Lakes". But did you know that we've got a few counties that actually don't have any natural lakes in it?. If you've never rented a cabin on one of Minnesota's many lakes, that needs to get added to your bucket list. Seeing the loons on the water, renting a pontoon and just soaking up the sun, or spending the day fishing is one of the best features of this state. And since we have quite a few lakes to check out, your options for this summer escape is really endless. But how many lakes does Minnesota really have?
Mayo Clinic Now Blamed For Recent Nurse Layoffs In Minnesota
It was recently announced that Allina Health would be laying off nurses at Owatonna Hospital in Minnesota, impacting the OR and Ambulatory Surgery units. While layoffs are always disappointing for all involved, this announcement is especially frustrating for the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) as it believes a major healthcare provider nearby played no small role in the layoffs in Owatonna.
School Field Trip in West Wisconsin Results in Critical Injuries
Chippewa Falls, WI (KROC-AM News) - Authorities in western Wisconsin are reporting that three people suffered life-threatening injuries and a mishap involving a tractor pulling a wagon and an apple orchard. Chippewa County Sheriff Travis Hakes held a news conference Wednesday afternoon to release information about the incident, which occurred...
Why TGI Fridays Are Closing and What it Means For the Chain’s Future
TGI Fridays has already closed a handful of stores this year, with several more currently up for sale. Here is what that means for the restaurant chain and what will likely happen next. TGI Fridays Closes Locations During Rough Year For Chain Restaurants. We could use up nearly all of...
New Study Reveals Minnesota’s Top Three Side Hustles
It feels like everyone has a side hustle. The side hustle could be the thing you're truly passionate about but you know won't be able to pay the bills, at least for now. Other side hustles are jobs to help make ends meet or maybe reach a savings goal. Whatever...
Minnesota man Admits to Killing His Girlfriend’s Young Son
Albert Lea, MN (KROC-AM News) - A southern Minnesota man with a history of felony assault convictions today entered guilty pleas to charges stemming from the death of a young child. 26-year-old Austin Michael Navarro was arrested last July following a traffic stop in Albert Lea. The criminal complaint against...
‘Breaking Barriers’ — U.S. Navy Makes Military History With First Coed Submarine
Here in the United States, it's no secret that we are a military powerhouse amongst other countries in the world. Still to this day, there are things that have remained instituted within the military that some would say are old-school traditions. This past weekend, barriers were broken by the United...
‘Saturday Night Live’ Taps Jelly Roll to Launch Milestone 50th Season
Jelly Roll is continuing his tour of television, and this appearance is a big one!. The country singer has been selected as the musical guest for Saturday Night Live on Sept. 28. The date marks the premiere of the sketch comedy show's 50th anniversary. Actress Jean Smart will serve as the guest host that night.
After 10 Years, Snow Tubing is Back at this Minnesota Resort
Winter fun will be here before we know it. That means sledding, skiing, snowboarding, and ice skating! Plus, ski hills and resorts around Minnesota will be opening up for some fun winter tubing, too. There are a few spots around Minnesota that offer winter tubing but there's one spot that...
Three Kids Get Wiped Out by Flying Fish, Probably Won’t Fish Again [Watch]
Being in the Great Outdoors always has some element of danger, but this family could never have imagined that a trip around the lake could have gone as badly as this one did. In a video posted to social media, a Kentucky family was out testing their new boat, but the problem was that the water was filled with Asian Carp. If you don't know, Asian Carp is an invasive species and wrecks lakes, streams and rivers. They repopulate quickly, eat everything in their way and grow quickly and the National Wildlife Federation has even warned people about getting injured when they jump.
10 Best J.D. Souther Songs: Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Solo + More
J.D. Souther left an enormous musical legacy behind when he died in September of 2024. The singer-songwriter wrote or co-wrote some of the most recognizable hits of all time from artists including the Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, James Taylor and more, in addition to having a successful solo career of his own.
Minnesota Teenager Subject of Statewide Missing Person Alert
St. Cloud, MN (KROC-AM News) - A statewide alert has been issued for a Minnesota teenager who has been missing for more than a month. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension issued the missing person alert Wednesday at the request of the St. Cloud Police Department. The BCA says 14-year-old Paige Marie Voigt ran away from her home in St. Cloud on August 8.
Kassi Ashton Did What?! ‘Called Crazy’ Lyrics Reveal Her Truth [Interview]
If you ask Kassi Ashton why men keep coming back to women they call crazy, she'll say, "Because we're fun." Turns out the "Called Crazy" singer isn't just dreaming when she sings lyrics like:. "I heard I put sugar in your gas tank / That's gotta suck on an empty...
Elle King Is Back Together With Her Son’s Dad, Dan Tooker
Elle King and her one-time fiancé Dan Tooker have rekindled their romantic relationship. The "Drunk (And I Don't Wanna Go Home)" star confirmed that they were "back together" to People, explaining that Lucky, the 3-year-old son they share, played a big part in their decision to give their relationship another shot.
Earth Is Getting a Second Moon; Here’s What’s Causing This Odd Phenomenon
Earth is about to get a "second moon," but it's not staying around forever. There's a scene in Star Wars: A New Hope, the first released film in the franchise, when we see Luke Skywalker look across the dessert sands of Tatooine as gazes at a binary sunset. For anyone...
Hayden Panettiere Battled Agoraphobia, Health Issues After Brother’s Death
In an emotional new interview with People, Nashville star Hayden Panettiere opens up about the devastating toll her brother Jansen's death took on her, both emotionally and physically. Jansen, an actor best known for his roles in Even Stevens and Blues Clues, died in early 2023. His cause of death...
The Real Reason Dustin Lynch Tapped Jelly Roll for ‘Chevrolet’ [Exclusive]
It's obvious, right? Jelly Roll is the hottest artist in country music and he's on Dustin Lynch's record label — why wouldn't he make the call to get him on "Chevrolet"?. That's not really why Lynch wanted his help, however. Talking to Taste of Country Nights, he admits the duet is rooted in ironing out a response to a still very new trend in country music.
Minneapolis Police Officer Fired For Using Grindr and Squad Car For Sex
Minneapolis, MN (Minnesota Now) -- A Minneapolis police officer has been fired following an internal investigation that revealed multiple violations of department policies, including sexual misconduct while on duty. Officer Juan Alonzo Jr., who had been with the department since 2022, was discharged by Chief of Police Brian O’Hara on...
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