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KTTC is proud of its legacy of leadership in the communities we serve. We're proud to bear the branding "Turn to the Leader" and strive daily to continue to be the leader in our area in news, entertainment and community service. KTTC is the news leader in covering an extensive and diverse region ranging from the halls of Mayo Clinic to the rich farm fields of northern Iowa and the rolling bluffs along the Mississippi River. More>>

KTTC staff mark "Lynn Jacobs Day"

Lynn Jacobs retired from the KTTC-TV staff on Tuesday after 34 years with the television station, and it was an emotional day for many people who have come to respect and depend on her. Lynn has been the Administrative Assistant to Regional Vice President/General Manager Jerry Watson. More>>

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NewsCenter Extra: Sexual harassment in the workplace
NewsCenter Extra: Sexual harassment in the workplace
ROCHESTER/ST. PAUL, Minn. (KTTC) -- Investigators with Minnesota's Dept. of Human Rights (MDHR) are poring over dozens of active complaints of all kinds, and though many center on alleged sexual harassment,More >>
Investigators with Minnesota's Dept. of Human Rights (MDHR) are poring over dozens of active complaints of all kinds, and though many center on alleged sexual harassment, a Rochester-based employment attorney says there are increasingly more that involve religious or cultural differences as our society becomes more diverse.More >>
Could 'trolling' constitute 'cyber-stalking?'
Could 'trolling' constitute 'cyber-stalking?'
GOODVIEW, Minn. (KTTC) -- Bad reviews are a potential deal-breaker for any business product or person. But what if that person who wrote the review never tried the product? Could there be legal consequences?That'sMore >>
Bad reviews are a potential deal breaker for any business, product or person. But what if that person who wrote the review never tried the product? Could there be legal consequences?More >>
Follow up: Authorities explain dog shooting incident
Follow up: Authorities explain dog shooting incident
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) -- Here's a follow-up on a story we first brought you Tuesday. It's the story of two dogs who were shot to death near Dodge Center. We spoke with the owners who say their daughterMore >>
Here's a follow-up on a story we first brought you Tuesday. It's the story of two dogs who were shot to death near Dodge Center. On Wednesday, we talked to several people who say there is more to the story.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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Dayton: use cigarette, corporate taxes for stadium
Dayton: use cigarette, corporate taxes for stadium
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- Gov. Mark Dayton is proposing that lawmakers use new revenue from taxes on cigarettes and corporate income to shore up the state's share of the new Minnesota Vikings stadium.More >>
Gov. Mark Dayton is proposing that lawmakers use new revenue from taxes on cigarettes and corporate income to shore up the state's share of the new Minnesota Vikings stadium.More >>
Wild goalie Backstrom has sports hernia surgery
Wild goalie Backstrom has sports hernia surgery
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- Minnesota Wild goalie Niklas Backstrom has undergone sports hernia surgery. The team announced that Backstrom's operation went as planned on Thursday morning in Philadelphia.More >>
Minnesota Wild goalie Niklas Backstrom has undergone sports hernia surgery.More >>
ACL tears behind her, Gemelos chases place in WNBA
ACL tears behind her, Gemelos chases place in WNBA
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Jacki Gemelos has a sharp 3-point shot and a deft passing touch to offer the Minnesota Lynx as they set the 11-player roster for this season. Determination might be her best asset.More >>
Jacki Gemelos has a sharp 3-point shot and a deft passing touch to offer the Minnesota Lynx as they set the 11-player roster for this season.More >>
Dunn's 2 HRs, 5 RBIs lead White Sox over Twins
Dunn's 2 HRs, 5 RBIs lead White Sox over Twins
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Adam Dunn homered twice, doubled and drove in five runs, powering the Chicago White Sox past the Minnesota Twins 9-4 on Wednesday. Dunn hit a pair of two-run shots for his 35th careerMore >>
Adam Dunn homered twice, doubled and drove in five runs, powering the Chicago White Sox past the Minnesota Twins 9-4 on Wednesday.More >>
Vikings sign 3 more draft picks
Vikings sign 3 more draft picks
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) -- The Minnesota Vikings have signed three more draft picks, including punter Jeff Locke of UCLA. The Vikings announced the signings on Wednesday. Locke was taken in the fifthMore >>
The Minnesota Vikings have signed three more draft picks, including punter Jeff Locke of UCLA.More >>
Gophers get new deal after losing $ on beer sales
Gophers get new deal after losing $ on beer sales
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- After losing money during its first season of selling alcohol at stadiums on campus, the University of Minnesota has renegotiated its contract with the company that provides it to allowMore >>
After losing money during its first season of selling alcohol at stadiums on campus, the University of Minnesota has renegotiated its contract with the company that provides it to allow it to turn a profit.More >>
Peavy, power lift White Sox over Twins 4-2
Peavy, power lift White Sox over Twins 4-2
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Adam Dunn and Dayan Viciedo homered to back another strong start from Jake Peavy and lead the Chicago White Sox to a 4-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night. Peavy (5-1)More >>
Adam Dunn and Dayan Viciedo homered to back another strong start from Jake Peavy and lead the Chicago White Sox to a 4-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night.More >>
Vikings sign 3 draft picks: Hodges, Mauti, Dawkins
Vikings sign 3 draft picks: Hodges, Mauti, Dawkins
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) - The Minnesota Vikings have signed 3 of their nine draft picks: linebackers Gerald Hodges and Michael Mauti and defensive tackle Everett Dawkins. The team announced the dealsMore >>
The Minnesota Vikings have signed 3 of their nine draft picks: linebackers Gerald Hodges and Michael Mauti and defensive tackle Everett Dawkins.More >>
Cabrera homers in Detroit's 6-2 win over Astros
Cabrera homers in Detroit's 6-2 win over Astros
DETROIT (AP) - Miguel Cabrera homered, Doug Fister pitched seven impressive innings and Andy Dirks gave the Tigers a lift for a second straight night in Detroit's 6-2 victory over the Houston Astros onMore >>
Miguel Cabrera homered, Doug Fister pitched seven impressive innings and Andy Dirks gave the Tigers a lift for a second straight night in Detroit's 6-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Tuesday.More >>
$975M Vikings stadium unveiled
$975M Vikings stadium unveiled
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (KTTC) -- The big question that lingered over fans was will this stadium have a retractable roof or be open air. More >>
The big question that lingered over fans was will this stadium have a retractable roof or be open air. They got there answer Monday straight from the architect who said, "clear is the new retractable," Designer Bryan Trubey of Dallas-based HKS Architects.More >>

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Oxbow's biggest fundraiser draws thousands
Oxbow's biggest fundraiser draws thousands
Annual fundraiser draws a crowdMore >>
Brokaw delivers commencement speech
Brokaw delivers commencement speech
Tom Brokaw speaks to grads in RochesterMore >>
St. Baldrick's supports those fighting cancer
St. Baldrick's supports those fighting cancer
People shave their heads in support of those fighting cancerMore >>
Legislature on the Run
Legislature on the Run
Last night, leaders of the House and Senate agreed on tax legislation that's key to Gov. Dayton's state budget.

It also included an agreement with Destination Medical Center provisionsMore >>
MN House defeats construction projects bill
MN House defeats construction projects bill
The Minnesota House has defeated an $800 million construction projects bill-- a bill that included funding for Mayo Civic Center here in Rochester-- because the bill failed to get a super-majority needed to win approval.More >>
Some upset over the cigarette tax say it's unfair
Some upset over the cigarette tax say it's unfair
A new proposal that would increase the tax on cigarettes has some smokers fuming. The money would be used to pay for the new Vikings stadium.More >>
Gas prices and senior rides
Gas prices and senior rides
High gas prices could be a problem for senior citizens living on a fixed income.More >>
Web Extra: Gregory Griffiths-Extended Interview
Web Extra: Gregory Griffiths-Extended Interview
Gregory Griffiths-Extended InterviewMore >>
Bamber Elementary celebrates 35 years of Fun Run
Bamber Elementary celebrates 35 years of Fun Run
Kellogg Middle School celebrates 50 years
Kellogg Middle School celebrates 50 years

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