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The singer died of a heart attack in July, just weeks after performing his final concert.

Ritchie Blackmore picked up the pieces after Deep Purple, with a new band and a new outlook.

See the latest weather-related closings for Twin Ports area schools, government offices, organizations, and more.

Will it be white Christmas magic, or more “slip on the sidewalks” vibes?

Kiss rocker was in Washington, D.C. testifying in support of musicians' compensation.

As a kid growing up in the '90s, snow days were something that we hoped for. Like really hoped for. And whenever we got one, it was like we'd won the lottery.

An epic winter snowstorm is getting ready to hit Minnesota. As residents prepare to shovel, they are also buying these 10 items at grocery stores.

He shared his prognosis in a message to fans.

It sounds like we won't have to wait too long! Here's what we know so far.

When you think of the lottery, do you picture just winning big? It turns out, there's so much more at stake for our communities.

The new wave icons will play a series of West Coast shows around two Coachella appearances.

It isn't too often a knighted, award-winning rockstar rolls into Minnesota for a performance. That's just what is happening for the 2026 Minnesota State Fair!

As the jackpot climbs towards a billion, Minnesotans are dreaming again—imagine how life could change with just one lucky ticket.

Singer and his new band Saving Grace return to the U.S. for more than 15 shows in the spring.

This is great news for the Cheesehead State. Hint: it's not Superior.

Rik Emmett, Mike Levine and Gil Moore tell UCR about what fans can look forward to.

The Texas trio adds 19 dates to an already crowded 2026 tour schedule.

Kwik Trip just shared a hilarious map of the Midwest explaining where their Kwik Trip and Kwik Star stores are located. They poked fun at some nearby states, too.

Filter will headline a great night of rock next year at AMSOIL Arena and you can enter to win tickets right now.

From lavish box sets to deluxe editions of classic albums, the year's best archival releases explore the past from new perspectives.

The actor spent hours upon hours in the makeup chair during the making of the 2000 movie, and only one thing kept him calm.

If you love homes with personality, this one takes the cake. A quiet riverside exterior hides one of the most unexpected interiors in Minnesota.

He enjoyed stints with both bands in the '70s, and cowrote Free's classic hit "Wishing Well."

The best places were found after analyzing data from several sources, focusing on key lifestyle and financial criteria and crime rates.