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Utica man killed by flying shrapnel at bachelor-bachelorette party

The Taylor family is mourning the death of husband and father Jeff Taylor, after a freak accident at a Saturday evening party near their home. The Fillmore County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of Taylor from a flying shrapnel wound. More>>

Mike Benson challenges Tim Walz in 2014

A Rochester Republican is running for congress. State representative Mike Benson announced he is running against Tim Walz for Minnesota's first district seat.
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Canton man gets 12 years hard time for crime spree

A judge in Fillmore County has sentenced Roger Bergmann, 39, of Canton to 12 years in state prison for a string of violent crimes last December 21. Bergmann will serve at least eight years hard time under the best of circumstances, according to his defense attorney Frederick Suhler, Jr. More>>

Catholic priest remains behind bars on criminal sex charge

A Roman Catholic priest remains behind bars in Blue Earth after an appearance Monday afternoon in which he was advised of his rights. Father Leo Koppala, 47, is charged with second degree criminal sexual conduct after an alleged fondling incident involving a 12-year-old girl in the basement of one of his parishioners. More>>

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Ventura wants "American Sniper" lawsuit to proceed
Ventura wants "American Sniper" lawsuit to proceed
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura is asking a judge to allow his defamation lawsuit against slain "American Sniper" author Chris Kyle to go forward by substituting Kyle's widow asMore >>
Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura is asking a judge to allow his defamation lawsuit against slain "American Sniper" author Chris Kyle to go forward by substituting Kyle's widow as the defendant.More >>
Advocates call MNsure enrollment system unfair
Advocates call MNsure enrollment system unfair
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- Minnesota is hiring people to help residents sign up for health plans through its new online health insurance exchange. But advocates say the state is discriminating againstMore >>
Minnesota is hiring people to help residents sign up for health plans through its new online health insurance exchange.More >>
Man sentenced to 10 years in prison on drug charge
Man sentenced to 10 years in prison on drug charge
FARGO, N.D. (AP) -- One of four people charged with dealing cocaine, heroin, marijuana and ecstasy in North Dakota and Minnesota has been sentenced in federal court. Anthony Ancona pleaded guilty inMore >>
One of four people charged with dealing cocaine, heroin, marijuana and ecstasy in North Dakota and Minnesota has been sentenced in federal court.More >>
Boat burns on Lake Minnetonka, no injuries
Boat burns on Lake Minnetonka, no injuries
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Authorities say several adults and children escaped from a burning boat on Lake Minnetonka. The boat caught fire on Robinson Bay on Sunday. Heavy, black smoke billowed from the boat.More >>
Authorities say several adults and children escaped from a burning boat on Lake Minnetonka.More >>
Minneapolis DFL fails to endorse mayoral candidate
Minneapolis DFL fails to endorse mayoral candidate
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The Minneapolis mayoral race is wide open after the DFL Party failed to endorse a candidate. Former Hennepin County Commissioner Mark Andrew led on every ballot at Saturday's conventionMore >>
The Minneapolis mayoral race is wide open after the DFL Party failed to endorse a candidate.More >>
Independence Party role in `14 Minn. gov race: TBD
Independence Party role in `14 Minn. gov race: TBD
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- The plucky third party that has factored heavily in the last four Minnesota governor races is sorting out its role as the next campaign for the top state office begins to take shape.More >>
The plucky third party that has factored heavily in the last four Minnesota governor races is sorting out its role as the next campaign for the top state office begins to take shape.More >>
MN politician makes amends with WI brewery
MN politician makes amends with WI brewery
CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (AP) -- There was a toast and an apology as the Leinenkugel brewery's fan base grew to include a Minnesota politician who once insulted the Wisconsin beer. What started out as aMore >>
There was a toast and an apology as the Leinenkugel brewery's fan base grew to include a Minnesota politician who once insulted the Wisconsin beer.More >>
Severe storms pop up in Minnesota and Wisconsin
Severe storms pop up in Minnesota and Wisconsin
CHANHASSEN, Minn. (AP) -- Severe thunderstorms packing damaging winds have been popping up in parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin. One line of storms rumbled east from the Morris area in western MinnesotaMore >>
Severe thunderstorms packing damaging winds have been popping up in parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin.More >>
Interstate 694 project to cause months of delays
Interstate 694 project to cause months of delays
ROSEVILLE, Minn. (AP) -- A major reconstruction project on one of Minnesota's busiest freeways is expected to cause major delays for the next six months. The Minnesota Department of TransportationMore >>
ROSEVILLE, Minn. (AP) -- A major reconstruction project on one of Minnesota's busiest freeways is expected to cause major delays for the next six months. The Minnesota Department of TransportationMore >>
Foes of gay marriage outspent 10 to 1 in Minn
Foes of gay marriage outspent 10 to 1 in Minn
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- The group on the losing end of a gay marriage legalization debate in Minnesota has confirmed it was significantly outspent on legislative lobbying. Minnesota for Marriage, whichMore >>
The group on the losing end of a gay marriage legalization debate in Minnesota has confirmed it was significantly outspent on legislative lobbying.More >>

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Ankeny police: 13-year-old boy led car chase
Ankeny police: 13-year-old boy led car chase
Police in central Iowa say a 13-year-old boy led officers on a weekend car chase through a residential area.More >>
Police in central Iowa say a 13-year-old boy led officers on a weekend car chase through a residential area.More >>
Dubuque man pleads guilty in heroin death
Dubuque man pleads guilty in heroin death
A 50-year-old Dubuque man has pleaded guilty to selling heroin to someone who died from the drug.More >>
A 50-year-old Dubuque man has pleaded guilty to selling heroin to someone who died from the drug.More >>
News Minute: Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press
The latest crop report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows Iowa's cornfields have been hit hard by the wet spring. Twelve percent of the crop is in poor condition, the worst among the 18 leading corn growing...More >>
Governor says Iowa school start rules are too lax
Governor says Iowa school start rules are too lax
Gov. Terry Branstad says the rules governing school start dates in Iowa are "too lax."More >>
Gov. Terry Branstad says the rules governing school start dates in Iowa are "too lax."More >>
Iowa corn crop continues to lag in stormy spring
Iowa corn crop continues to lag in stormy spring
The latest crop report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows Iowa's cornfields have been hit hard by the wet spring.More >>
The latest crop report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows Iowa's cornfields have been hit hard by the wet spring.More >>
Suspect in Iowa City drug ring pleads guilty
Suspect in Iowa City drug ring pleads guilty
One of the men involved in an alleged Iowa City drug ring involved in a deadly police sting has pleaded guilty to federal charges.More >>
One of the men involved in an alleged Iowa City drug ring involved in a deadly police sting has pleaded guilty to federal charges.More >>
Doctor seeks dismissal of manslaughter charges
Doctor seeks dismissal of manslaughter charges
Attorneys for a Des Moines doctor are asking a judge to dismiss involuntary manslaughter charges in the overdose deaths of 10 patients who he had prescribed painkillers.More >>
Attorneys for a Des Moines doctor are asking a judge to dismiss involuntary manslaughter charges in the overdose deaths of 10 patients who he had prescribed painkillers.More >>
Trial set for man charged in 1974 killing of teen
Trial set for man charged in 1974 killing of teen
A trial has been set for Oct. 15 for a Des Moines man charged with first-degree murder in the death of a 17-year-old Ottumwa girl in 1974.More >>
A trial has been set for Oct. 15 for a Des Moines man charged with first-degree murder in the death of a 17-year-old Ottumwa girl in 1974.More >>
This Hour: Latest Iowa news, sports, business and entertainment
This Hour: Latest Iowa news, sports, business and entertainment
Gov. Terry Branstad will this week sign legislation that expands low-income health care in Iowa.More >>
2 men sentenced in robbery that injured officers
2 men sentenced in robbery that injured officers
Two men in northern Iowa have been sentenced to 75 years in prison for their roles in a bank robbery that injured two police officers.More >>
Two men in northern Iowa have been sentenced to 75 years in prison for their roles in a bank robbery that injured two police officers.More >>

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Experts: Expect mosquitoes to be out in full force
Experts: Expect mosquitoes to be out in full force
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) -- All it took was one day of sunshine, and now it's really time to bust out the bug spray. Thanks to our wet, cold spring, officials say a big brood of mosquitoes is likely hatchingMore >>
Thanks to our wet, cold spring, officials say we can expect a big brood of mosquitoes this summer-- and they're likely hatching now.More >>
Celebrating Flag Day
Celebrating Flag Day
WINONA, Minn. (KTTC) -- We all recognize the American flag, but Friday Americans are paying especially close attention to it. That's because Friday is flag day. A flag boldly waves outside of the NationalMore >>
WINONA, Minn. (KTTC) -- We all recognize the American flag, but Friday Americans are paying especially close attention to it. That's because Friday is flag day. A flag boldly waves outside of the NationalMore >>
Junk redefined in Fountain
Junk redefined in Fountain
HARMONY, Minn. (KTTC) -- If you're looking to get out of the city and onto the farm this weekend, three sisters near Harmony might just have just the thing for you. The Pfarkel sisters are hosting theirMore >>
FOUNTAIN, Minn. (KTTC) -- If you're looking to get out of the city and onto the farm this weekend, three sisters near Fountain might just have just the thing for you.More >>
IBMer after the purge: "No one is immune"
IBMer after the purge: "No one is immune"
In the wake of the latest "resource action" at IBM's massive computer complex in northwest Rochester, there's now a recognizable numbness among those who have been passed over for termination. More >>
In the wake of the latest "resource action" at IBM's massive computer research, development and manufacturing complex in northwest Rochester, there's now a familiar and recognizable numbness among those who have been passed over for termination. They are now pushing away that sense of dread many IBMers know so well when Big Blue gets ready to re-invent itself.More >>
Police release surveillance picture in gas station burglary
Police release surveillance picture in gas station burglary
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) -- Rochester police have released a picture of the suspect they're searching for in robbery earlier this week. Police say the robbery happened at the Holiday Station Store on 2ndMore >>
Rochester police have released a picture of the suspect they're searching for in a robbery that took place earlier this week.More >>
Tucson man arrested for sexual exploitation of MN minor
Tucson man arrested for sexual exploitation of MN minor
TUCSON, Ariz. (KTTC/KVOA) -- A joint investigation between Rochester police and police in Tucson, Arizona has lead to the arrest of a 67-year-old man suspected of having an online relationship with aMore >>
A joint investigation between Rochester police and police in Tucson, Arizona has lead to the arrest of a 67-year-old man suspected of having an online relationship with a 13-year-old girl that included sharing child pornography.More >>
How will Mayo's DMC change downtown?
How will Mayo's DMC change downtown?
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) -- One major part of Destination Medical Community is an expansion of private business in Rochester. There are still a lot of possibilities as to what this could mean for the city. DestinationMore >>
One major part of Destination Medical Community is an expansion of private business in Rochester. There are still a lot of possibilities as to what this could mean for the city. DestinationMore >>

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Fister, Hunter lead Tigers over Twins 5-2
Fister, Hunter lead Tigers over Twins 5-2
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Doug Fister held Minnesota hitless until the sixth inning and Torii Hunter connected for his 300th career home run, leading the Detroit Tigers over the Twins 5-2 Sunday. Fister (6-4)More >>
Doug Fister held Minnesota hitless until the sixth inning and Torii Hunter connected for his 300th career home run, leading the Detroit Tigers over the Twins 5-2 Sunday.More >>
Twins OF Willingham out vs Tigers with sore knee
Twins OF Willingham out vs Tigers with sore knee
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Minnesota Twins outfielder Josh Willingham was out of the lineup against the Detroit Tigers on Sunday after receiving a cortisone shot in his balky left knee. The slugger had theMore >>
Minnesota Twins outfielder Josh Willingham was out of the lineup against the Detroit Tigers on Sunday after receiving a cortisone shot in his balky left knee.More >>
Wolves intrigued by Shabazz Muhammad's scoring
Wolves intrigued by Shabazz Muhammad's scoring
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn (AP) -- No, Flip Saunders isn't comparing Shabazz Muhammad to Michael Jordan. And no, the Minnesota Timberwolves' president of basketball operations didn't heavily tip his 2013 NBA draft-dayMore >>
No, Flip Saunders isn't comparing Shabazz Muhammad to Michael Jordan. And no, the Minnesota Timberwolves' president of basketball operations didn't heavily tip his 2013 NBA draft-day hand Sunday morning. But Muhammad's pre-draft workout with the Timberwolves does, however, offer up the small forward position as potential top-pick material when June 27 gets here.More >>
Phillies avoid Minnesota sweep with 3-2 comeback win
Phillies avoid Minnesota sweep with 3-2 comeback win
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (AP) -- Cliff Lee allowed two runs in seven strong innings, Ben Revere had four hits and scored the go-ahead run, and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied to beat the Minnesota Twins 3-2More >>
Cliff Lee allowed two runs in seven strong innings, Ben Revere had four hits and scored the go-ahead run, and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied to beat the Minnesota Twins 3-2 on Thursday night and snap a five-game losing streak.More >>
Twins release P Anthony Slama, sign P Cody Eppley
Twins release P Anthony Slama, sign P Cody Eppley
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (AP) -- The Anthony Slama experiment is over in Minnesota. Slama, 29, was released from Triple-A Rochester on Thursday. The right-hander spent seven seasons in the Twins' minor leagueMore >>
The Anthony Slama experiment is over in Minnesota. Slama, 29, was released from Triple-A Rochester on Thursday.More >>
Wolves GM Flip Saunders interested in Victor Oladipo
Wolves GM Flip Saunders interested in Victor Oladipo
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (AP) — NBA draft hopefuls Jeff Withey and Ryan Evans spoke with a handful of reporters Thursday following their pre-draft workout with the Minnesota Timberwolves. But team presidentMore >>
NBA draft hopefuls Jeff Withey and Ryan Evans spoke with a handful of reporters Thursday following their pre-draft workout with the Minnesota Timberwolves.More >>
Twins rally for win, Phillies' fifth loss in a row
Twins rally for win, Phillies' fifth loss in a row
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Minnesota's comeback was fueled by a couple of recent minor league call-ups, and Philadelphia's bullpen faltered again. The stage for this late lead shift, though, was set much earlierMore >>
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Minnesota's comeback was fueled by a couple of recent minor league call-ups, and Philadelphia's bullpen faltered again. The stage for this late lead shift, though, was set much earlierMore >>
Vikings hope to be healthy by training camp
Vikings hope to be healthy by training camp
MAPLE GROVE, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings are hoping they're getting all of their injuries and rehabilitation out of the way now. Pro Bowl linebacker Chad Greenway underwent microscopic knee surgeryMore >>
The Minnesota Vikings are hoping they're getting all of their injuries and rehabilitation out of the way now.More >>
Celtics to play Wolves during preseason in Canada
Celtics to play Wolves during preseason in Canada
MONTREAL (AP) -- The Boston Celtics will play a preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Montreal next season as part of the NBA's Canadian series. The NBA announced the pairing on Tuesday.More >>
The Boston Celtics will play a preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Montreal next season as part of the NBA's Canadian series.More >>

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Priest remains jailed on sex charge
Priest remains jailed on sex charge
Bergmann sentenced to 12 years
Bergmann sentenced to 12 years
Roger Bergmann of Canton was sentenced to 144 months in prison Monday for a string of violent crimes last December 21st.More >>
Utica man killed by flying shrapnel
Utica man killed by flying shrapnel
A Utica man died Saturday evening after being struck by flying shrapnel at a party.More >>
Filmore County incident claims man's life
Filmore County incident claims man's life
Wasioja Civil War Days aims to entertain and educate
Wasioja Civil War Days aims to entertain and educate
Elton Hills ravine project still not complete
Elton Hills ravine project still not complete
Woman injured in fall from bluths
Woman injured in fall from bluths
Tuition freeze for U of M
Tuition freeze for U of M
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Celebrating Flag Day
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Mayo Clinic's Destination Medical Center
Mayo Clinic's Destination Medical Center
Check out this section to learn more about Mayo Clinic's DMC proposal-- and watch video clips from KTTC's DMC Town Hall Meeting to find out more about what DMC might mean for southeastern Minnesota.
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An in-depth look at Mayo Clinic's Destination Medical Center proposal, and what it means for the city of Rochester and southeastern Minnesota.More >>
KTTC Military Veterans Wall of Honor
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A New Year...A New You!
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It's time to live our best life! My blog, A New Year - A New you is meant to help get you inspired about creating an exciting life and lifestyle. Decorating, Entertaining, Fitness, Nutrition, DIY projects - let's share and live our best life - together!More >>
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Wireless Emergency Alerts
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