Local restaurants hope for better summer business
Several bars and restaurants in Rochester have closed their doors for good since COVID-19 struck in March of…
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Rochester Police Department gives glimpse into taser training
RPD is one of four departments in the state that has an additional eight week police academy before tackling state mandated training. Officers also…
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What’s it like to be a juror? Former murder trial juror explains
In 2003, then Bethel University senior Dave Berggren was summoned to serve jury duty for Ramsey…
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Breakdown of the charges Derek Chauvin faces
Closing arguments in the Derek Chauvin trial are Monday at 9…
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New Rochester clothing line aims to help small businesses thrive
When someone buys merchandise, 50% of net the profit from the sale will go to that business.…
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Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office mourning loss of deputy
Anderson was an 11- year veteran of the Sheriff’s Office. He had previously worked as a counselor for at-risk youth and young…
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Derek Chauvin pleads the Fifth; Closing arguments Monday
On Thursday, for the first time, the court heard from Derek Chauvin, who chose not to testify in his…
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Minnesota reports 2,736 more COVID-19 cases, 11 more deaths
Thirty-five of the cases were reported in Olmsted County, MDH…
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Minnesota receives $135 million to support child care amid a shortage
The state is receiving $135 million in federal funding to support child care.…
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COLLEGES AND VACCINES: What local campuses are saying
Both St. Mary’s and Riverland have been in-person this full school year.…
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