Heavy winter rain and thawing permafrost have damaged lawns and utilities in Rochester, MN, prompting a city response.

Thursdays Downtown in Rochester returns June–Aug with live music, food, art, and a youth entrepreneur booth; applications close April 6–10.

North Dakota’s lawmakers face criticism for supporting Trump’s unapproved military strike on Iran, while federal actions—like cutting Minnesota’s Medicaid funds and detaining a legal U.S. citizen—raise concerns over civil liberties and constitutional accountability.

A Minnesota man pleaded guilty to a 2025 knife attack that left one person seriously injured.

Joshua Hite charged in 2025 disappearance and suspected murder of Isadora Wengel; key evidence may be in a missing trash tote.

Schmidty's Soda Shop opened a second location in St. Cloud, offering customizable drinks, following its 2025 debut in Alexandria.

Minnesota offers public vote on new 911 hold music featuring four original songs.

New Midwest Candy Co. opened in February 2026 in Rochester, Minnesota, replacing Northwoods Candy Emporium.

Riverland Community College, recognized as an Emerging Hispanic Serving Institution in 2024, advances equity through Latina-led initiatives and student support programs.

"Grumpy Old Men: The Musical" premieres in Minneapolis April 3–19, 2026, adapting the 1993 film into a song-filled stage show.