Weather
Rochester Home Damaged in Fire
No injuries reported as firefighters rescue family pet from blaze
Potent Winter Storm Dumps Heavy Snow Across Southern Minnesota
Snowfall totals ranged from 7-10 inches in parts of Mower and Fillmore Counties.
Rochester Residents Eagerly Await True Spring After Winter Weather's Return
Answer Man provides insights on when Rochester can expect warmer temperatures and the end of winter.
Sports
Rochester Explores Expanding Community Access to RCTC Sports Center
City and college seek public input on potential updates and additions to existing facility.
Willmar Cardinals face top-seeded Stewartville Tigers in state tournament
Underdog Willmar squad looks to continue surprise postseason run against powerhouse Stewartville
Century High School wins Rochester Area Scholastic Chess League final
Century has won the city cup 15 times in the tournament's 26-year history.
Crime
Rochester Police Arrest Iowa Man Wanted on Child Sex Abuse Charges
Protesters mistakenly believed the arrest was related to immigration enforcement
Rochester Teen Charged with Possessing Modified Gun, Burglary
Authorities say DNA evidence links Moses Ogak, 18, to firearm and apartment break-in.
Rochester Police Address Public Concerns Over New Technologies
Department demonstrates drone use and discusses data privacy safeguards at town hall meeting.
Politics
Minnesota Third Party Candidates Aim to Shift Focus to Community
Independent candidates running for local offices in Olmsted County hope to bring a new perspective to Rochester politics.
Third Party Endorses Candidates in Rochester's Nonpartisan Races
Forward Independence Party backs mayoral and county commissioner candidates in rare local endorsement move.
America 250: 50 years ago today - March 10, 1976
A look back at the front page of the Rochester Post Bulletin from 50 years ago
Lifestyle
Luxury Home in Rochester's Exclusive Mayowood Preserve
Discover a private, gated community with nature, trails, and a stunning 3-acre pond
Rochester Post Bulletin Celebrates 50 Years Since Bicentennial Coverage
Local newspaper republishes historic front pages from 1976 leading up to America's 250th anniversary.
America 250: 50 years ago today - March 11, 1976
A look back at the front page of the Rochester Post Bulletin from 50 years ago
