Diocese of St. Cloud, abuse survivors reach tentative deal that includes Chapter 11 bankruptcy, $22.5M fund

The Diocese of St. Cloud announced Tuesday it has reached an agreement with the survivors of clergy sexual abuse on a framework for a resolution of all clergy sexual abuse claims against the diocese and area parishes. 

Controversy over Shady's Hometown Tavern heads to the courtroom

The debate over the potential opening of a small-town bar and events center in Stearns County moved from Albany’s Railroad Avenue on Monday to a virtual courtroom on Friday. Attorney General Keith Ellison joined in on the proceedings.

Missing boy who was fishing near St. Cloud dam found safe

A missing nine-year-old boy, who was last seen fishing near a dam in St. Cloud has been found safe, according to St. Cloud police.

Minnesota AG sues Albany bar owner planning to reopen unlawfully Monday

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has filed a lawsuit to prevent a chain of bars and restaurants from opening unlawfully Monday after the business’ owner announced his intention to do so.

As COVID-19 testing ramps up, New York Times says St. Cloud is poised for next biggest outbreak

A coronavirus outbreak in Stearns County is getting national attention after the New York Times labeled St. Cloud as the number one most likely place in the country for the next big flare-up.

Co-workers save man's life after forklift accident

Co-workers jumped into action to save a man's life following a forklift accident, according to the Stearns County Sheriff's Office.

Sheriff: Toilet paper, dispenser stolen from park in Stearns County, Minnesota

As shoppers face empty toilet paper aisles amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Stearns County Sheriff's Office has discovered some people are turning to theft.

Minnesota couple stuck on Holland America cruise ship off coast of Panama

Holland America Cruises confirmed Friday that four passengers have died on board one of its ships, which is currently stuck off the coast of Panama. It’s unclear if they died from the novel coronavirus, but the cruise line has confirmed cases on the MS Zaandam cruise ship.