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Guilty Plea For Shooting Near Winona State University Campus
Police say a man was critically wounded in the altercation involving two intoxicated men.
Rochester Traffic Stop Leads to Major Drug Bust, Gun Discovery
An Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office deputy stopped the vehicle for a traffic infraction.
Owe Parking Fines? Rochester Sends 5,000+ Collection Notices
The city is trying to recover more than $900,000 worth of unpaid parking ticket fines.
Charges Dismissed Against 1 of 2 Men Accused of Rochester Assault
He had been accused of striking a man on the head and then repeatedly punching him after the victim fell to the ground.
Man Shot in Face During Sex - Rochester Woman Now a Fugitive
The same woman was previously charged in connection with a shooting that left her with a gunshot wound to her lower body.
Start Dates Set for Ramp and Lane Closures in Rochester
MnDOT is planning ramp and lane closures to accommodate maintenance work for two of Rochester's major highways.
Delays Expected With Start of SE Rochester Road Project
It's expected to be completed in June.
$17,000 Restitution Ordered in Rochester Hit and Run Case
Court records show he was arrested after crashing into two vehicles and a building before fleeing on foot.
Nationwide Warrant For MN Man Accused of Standoff Involving Child
The Blooming Prairie man was charged last summer following a 10 hour plus standoff in Austin.
Rochester Area Job Growth at 4.7%, Still #1 in Minnesota
The job growth rate for the Rochester area last month was more than 10 times higher than the statewide rate.