Rochester Police Department Releases 2025 Annual Report
Report shows decrease in homicides, increase in mental health crisis calls
America 250: 50 years ago today - March 13, 1976
SkylineDx Expects New NCCN Guidelines on Melanoma Gene Expression to Drive Physician Adoption
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.
Crime
Rochester Police Fatally Shoot Man After Struggle Over Officer's Firearm
Incident occurred during attempt to place man on mental health hold

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.
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.
Politics
MN Secretary of State to Visit Mayo High School
Steve Simon to present on voter pre-registration for students

New candidate announces campaign for Rochester Ward 5 seat
Ruchi Gupta, a local planning commissioner, is running for the Ward 5 city council seat
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.
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