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1 Dead In Iowa Plane Crash   
One person is dead following an afternoon plane crash in northern Iowa. The Federal Aviation Administration says the plane went down just after 1:30 p.m. Friday in Franklin County...
Updated: 11:09 PM
 
Deadly Weekend on the Road   
Last Memorial Day weekend was one of the deadliest on record for Minnesota roads. So far this holiday weekend there have been several accidents in our area and a few of them fatal...
Updated: 11:07 PM
 
Palin to Step Down as Governor
In a surprising move, Alaska Governor Sarah Palin announced today that she would be resigning as the Governor of Alaska. She said today, she would resign from office on July 26th...
Updated: 06:51 PM
 
Spending the Holiday with Family   
The Fourth of July weekend has people all around the area celebrating. Tamara Hanson came down from Saint Paul to spend time with her ten-year-old daughter this holiday weekend...
Updated: 06:57 PM
 
Independence Holiday Celebrations
FireworksA list of area firework displays, parades, festivals, and community events for the Independence Holiday.
Updated: 06:26 PM
 
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Traveling Tomb of the Unknown Soldier   
For the first time ever a traveling replica of a Washington monument is in Rochester. Tonight we take a look at the traveling Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. It all started with a procession, each step honoring the fallen...
Updated: 06:40 PM
 
Drinking on the Fourth of July
For many the 4th of July holiday weekend has already begun. That means parties, hanging out with friends and family, and for many, drinking alcohol...
Updated: 07:07 PM
 
The Dangers of Railroad Crossings   
Railroads experts call it "Operation Lifesaver", and the goal is to increase safety around railroad crossings. The Union Pacific Railroad ran an "Operation Lifesaver Special" out of Mason City today...
Updated: 11:10 PM
 
Fatal Crash in Eyota   
A two-car crash is responsible for at least one death this afternoon. Around 3:40 this afternoon this car collided with this van on Highway 14 in Eyota. Witnesses say the van flipped onto its side and slid more than 30 yards..
Updated: 11:01 PM
 
Winona State Construction Project   
Winona State University is currently in the middle of a 60 million dollar renovation project. The timing might seem odd, considering we're in a recession, but officials say the timing is actually perfect...
Updated: 07:50 PM
 
Smash and Grab Crimes in Rochester    
Summer is here and that means many people are heading outdoors, but so are crooks. As it warms up outside, smash and grab crimes are on the rise in Rochester.
Updated: 07:06 PM
 
Possible New Leads in Evelyn Miller Case   
It's been 4 years since 5-year old Evelyn Miller went missing in Floyd County, Iowa. She was found dead just several days after her disappearance...
Updated: 07:42 PM
 
CDC: US H1N1 Flu Cases Rise to Nearly 34,000
Health officials say the number of U.S. H1N1 flu cases has reached nearly 34,000, and deaths rose 34 percent in the past week to hit 170...
Updated: 02:31 PM
 
Population Estimates Show Growth and Decline   
Results from next year's official census won't be out until 2011, but already the US Census Bureau has released population estimates...
Updated: 04:04 PM
 
Iowa Smoking Ban One Year Later   
One year ago today all public places in Iowa were required to go smoke free. At first bar owners were worried that their businesses would take a hit. Teresa George owns this local bar and one year ago she was worried the smoking ban..
Updated: 07:58 AM
 
Franken Rally in Rochester   
After eight months of waiting to find out who would win Minnesota's second U.S. Senate seat, people are still celebrating Tuesday's news. Today, they took to the streets in Rochester to rally around the state's newest leader...
Updated: 07:41 AM
 
Move Over Law on the Water   
If you plan on taking the boat out to your favorite lake this weekend there's a new Minnesota law that applies to you. Not every Minnesota highway is made out of concrete...
Updated: 08:15 PM
 
Election Officials Look Back at Race   
The battle for Minnesota’s U.S Senate seat left Minnesotans without a second senator for more half a year.  That has many wondering what could be done now to prevent a situation like this from happening again...
Updated: 07:20 PM
 
Shirley Nelson (July)   
Every month ABC 6 NEWS takes the time to recognize a local educator making a difference in the lives of students.  This month we meet a woman who's life experiences are now helping her teach others...
Updated: 07:09 PM
 
Becker Charged with Thomas Murder   
The man accused of killing high school football coach Ed Thomas has been formally charged with first-degree murder...
Updated: 07:03 PM
 
A look at the MCA2 Test Results   
School may be out for the summer, but thousands of students across the state just got their most recent test results back. Those are the MCA2's, a standardized test for the majority of the k through 12 students...
Updated: 07:02 PM
 
Rally for Franken in St. Paul   
After eight long months, Senator-Elect Al Franken is ready to serve Minnesotans in Washington, D.C. He said thank you to everyone who supported him at his victory rally in Saint Paul..
Updated: 07:46 AM
 
Shelter Decides Not to Build, Cites Economy   
A local shelter for victims of domestic abuse is feeling the sting of the economy.  The Mason City Crisis Intervention Center made the decision not to go forward with building their new shelter they've been planning for more than three years...
Updated: 11:17 PM
 
What’s Next for Coleman?   
So what's next for now former Senator Norm Coleman?  Only moments after conceding to Franken, there are already a lot of people asking that question...
Updated: 07:56 PM
 
Minnesotans React to U.S. Senate Decision   
When he's sworn in, Franken will be the second senator for Minnesota alongside Senator Amy Klobuchar. But what do people from southern Minnesota think?
Updated: 07:59 AM
 
Pawlenty Signs Election Certificate   
After nearly eight months, the senate race is decided.  Tuesday afternoon the Minnesota Supreme Court unanimously ruled Al Franken should be certified as the winner...
Updated: 08:44 AM
 
Franken Wins U.S. Senate Race   
Nearly eight months to the day, the U.D. Senate race in Minnesota is finally over.  Word of the Minnesota Supreme Court's decision came in early this afternoon.  The court deciding in favor of Democrat Al Franken, naming him the winner of this race...
Updated: 10:42 PM
 
Dairy Farmers Rally for Prices   
Local dairy farmers are rallying together to talk about their troubles when it comes to milk prices.  They say low prices are hurting their business, and want lawmakers to do something about it...
Updated: 07:12 PM
 
Dodge County Sheriff Retires   
After serving Dodge County for 32 years, Sheriff Gary Thompson is retiring.  Today co-workers, friends, and family gathered inside the dodge county court house to see each other one last time...
Updated: 07:00 PM
 
Possible Changes for Acetaminophen   
Government experts say the maximum daily dose listed on Tylenol and dozens of other painkillers should be reduced to help curb deadly overdoses. The Food and Drug Administration's panel voted 21-16 to lower the current maximum dose...
Updated: 07:15 PM