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Patrol: Five Hurt in Distracted Driving Crash

Five people were hurt in a crash in Willmar where troopers say distracted driving likely contributed to the crash. Continue reading…

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Willmar Man Sentenced on Several Weapons Charges

A Willmar man faces 36 months in prison after a federal judge sentenced 46-year-old Chad Monson on several weapons charges. Continue reading…

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Two Men Hurt in Willmar Crash

Two men were hurt in a crash in Willmar. The Minnesota State Patrol says the incident happened shortly before 12:30 p.m. Tuesday. Continue reading…

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Missing Willmar Teen Found Safe

Authorities say a missing Willmar teenager has been found safe. Continue reading…

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St. Cloud Rox Down Rival Stingers 2-1

The Rox early run support ended up being enough while the Stingers couldn't get anything going in the contest. The Rox scored 2 first inning runs and Cam Kline made it stand up. He threw all 9 innings...

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Willmar Walmart Asking All Customers to Wear a Mask While Shopping

Walmart in Willmar, MN has asked all customers shopping in their store to mask up. Continue reading…

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Governor Walz Celebrates Minnesota Pheasant Opener [PHOTOS]

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz kicked off pheasant hunting season in Kandiyohi County this weekend. Continue reading…

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Two Arrested in Drug Overdose Death in Kandiyohi County

Two people have been arrested in connection with the drug overdose death last month of a young Pennock woman. Continue reading…

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Woman Killed in Crash Involving a Semi Near Willmar

A South Dakota woman was killed in a crash in Kandiyohi County Saturday morning. Continue reading…

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Willmar Woman Killed in Crash on Highway 71, Two Others Hurt

A Willmar woman was killed in a crash near New London early Sunday morning. Continue reading…

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Prosecutor: Teen to Admit to Murder in Video

A prosecutor told jurors they would see a teen charged with murdering his friend's grandmother confess during a video they planned during trial. Continue reading…

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Defense: Teen to Plead Guilty in Grandmother Death

The attorney for a Willmar teenager accused of planning his grandmother's murder says the teen has reached a plea deal. Continue reading…

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Man Dies During Birthday Party Near Willmar

A man was killed when he tried to move from one hay rack to another during a birthday party hayride in western Minnesota. Continue reading…

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Tech Football Tops Willmar 28-13 [AUDIO]

The St. Cloud Tech football team downed Willmar 28-13 Wednesday night in the final night of the regular season. The Tigers and Cardinals were tied at 7 apiece at halftime. Willmar scored the first 2nd...

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28 Employees Sickened At Willmar Turkey Plant

A Willmar turkey processing plant had to be evacuated after 28 employees fell sick. Continue reading…

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Ex-Willmar Teacher Accused Of Sexual Misconduct

A former teacher and coach at Willmar Senior High School is accused of sexual misconduct involving a student several years ago. Continue reading…

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Jennie-O Gives Out $11M in Bonuses to Employees

Christmas came early for employees of Jennie-O Turkey Store as the Willmar-based company is giving out a record 11-million dollars in bonuses. Continue reading…

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Willmar Man Hurt in Benton County Rollover

A Willmar man is hurt after after rolling his car early this (Thursday) morning. The incident happened at about 2:30 a.m. along Highway 23 near 145th Avenue Northeast. Continue reading…

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Man Dies in ATV Crash in Willmar

Authorities in western Minnesota say a 56-year-old man has died in an all-terrain vehicle crash. Continue reading…

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Two Hurt in Willmar Crash

Two women were hurt in a crash in Willmar last (Friday) night. Continue reading…

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Authorities Looking for Missing Teenager

The Stearns County Sheriff's Office is asking for your help in finding a missing teenager. Continue reading…

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Florida Company To Open Call Center in Willmar

A Florida-based company plans to open a call center in Willmar. Continue reading…

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Man Hurt In Willmar Crash Involving Semi

The Minnesota State Patrol says one person is hurt in a crash involving a semi in Kandiyohi County. Continue reading…

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2018 Governors Fishing Opener Location Announced

The 71st Governors Fishing Opener will be in the Willmar Lakes area next year, Continue reading…

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Willmar Man Hurt in Rollover

A Willmar man is hurt after rolling his vehicle early Monday morning. Continue reading…

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Minnesota Man Accused of Throwing Pig’s Foot at Somalis

Authorities allege a Minnesota man threw a pig's foot at Somalis at a farmers market. Continue reading…

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Semi Driver Hurt in Willmar Crash

A semi driver is hurt after being involved in a crash on the Highway 71 on-ramp in Willmar Monday afternoon. Continue reading…

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Five Arrested in Connection to Willmar Area Burglaries

Five people were arrested Wednesday afternoon in connection to a string of burglaries in the Willmar area. Continue reading…

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Willmar Man Indicted on Federal Weapons, Pipe Bomb Charges

A western Minnesota man faces federal charges that he illegally possessed 10 machine guns as well as unregistered pipe bombs and silencers. Continue reading…

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Willmar Man Hospitalized After Crash on Highway 12

A crash on Highway 12 in Willmar sent one man to the hospital Monday morning. Continue reading…

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Willmar Man and Woman Facing Charges After Drug Bust

Two people from Willmar were arrested following a drug bust Monday. Continue reading…

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Local Teams Shine at CLC Girls Swim and Dive Championships

Central Minnesota athletes competed at the CLC Girl’s Swim and Dive Championships this weekend. Continue reading…

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St. Cloud’s Schaefer Successfully Defends All-Around State Title

Central Minnesota gymnasts are returning home from this weekend's state tournament with some new hardware. Continue reading…

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Minnesota Driver Lucky After Pedestrian Ran In Front Of Her Vehicle

While the pedestrian who was struck did admit to police they were under the influence of controlled substances at the time of the incident, they may still face charges. Continue reading…

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Woman Dies After SUV and Semi Crash Near Willmar

A Marshall woman died after an SUV and a semi-truck collided in Kandiyohi County Saturday evening. Continue reading…

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