Data centers in Minnesota: Wright County debate
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Wright County officials are set to discuss a potential emergency moratorium on data centers – the latest community to join the debate over the developing tech needs. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni explains.

Data center moratorium considered in Wright County as Monticello residents push back on proposals

Wright County leaders will discuss a possible one-year pause on new data centers at a meeting next week after dozens of Monticello residents voiced concerns about proposed developments near their homes.

Rockford pedestrian crash: 1 woman killed, another seriously hurt

Authorities say one woman was killed and another seriously hurt after they were hit by a van while walking on a sidewalk in Rockford Sunday afternoon.

Woman survives Wright Co. house explosion in what family calls a miracle

An 85-year-old woman was seriously injured late Wednesday night after a suspected propane leak led to a house explosion in Wright County. The family said it's "a miracle she's alive."

Oil from Monticello nuclear plant leak reaches Mississippi River

Xcel Energy said a "small amount" of mineral oil appeared as a sheen near the Mississippi River shoreline following an estimated 200 gallon oil leak at the Monticello nuclear power plant.

200 gallons of oil leak at Monticello nuclear power plant: Xcel Energy

About 200 gallons of oil leaked at the Monticello nuclear power plant Tuesday during routine maintenance, with some of the oil entering a discharge canal that connects to the Mississippi River, according to Xcel Energy.

Data center debate in Monticello
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Residents in Monticello are raising their concerns over the potential for data centers in their area. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni has the latest.

Monticello residents rally against proposed data centers

Residents in Monticello are pushing back against two proposed data centers, with many expressing concerns over potential environmental impacts and health risks.

Hennepin Co. deputy accused of off-duty sexual assault, placed on leave

A Hennepin County sheriff’s deputy has been placed on administrative leave after being charged with felony criminal sexual conduct in connection with an alleged off-duty assault in Albertville.

Body of man missing since 2019 found near St. Cloud

The remains of a man who was missing for more than six years have been recovered by the Benton County Sheriff's Office.

Semi-truck pileup spills pasta all over I-94 in Monticello

Four semi-trucks and a car collided, causing loads of pasta to be split on Interstate 94 in Monticello Tuesday evening.

Sled dogs recovering after trailer splits in half on icy Minnesota interstate

A Monticello-based dog-sledding team said they are grateful for the Good Samaritans and first responders who helped rescue the huskies over the weekend.

Deputy shoots knife-wielding man in Wright County
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The Minnesota BCA is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Monticello, where a Wright County deputy shot and injured a man reportedly armed with a knife. Authorities said the man ignored commands to drop the weapon and advanced on deputies, who first deployed a Taser and then fired a gun after the man didn’t stop.

Wright County deputy shot man with knife in Monticello

A Wright County deputy shot a man with a knife after the man ignored commands to drop the weapon, authorities said.

Report from Maple Lake student results in DWI charges for bus driver

A school bus driver in Maple Lake is facing several charges after a student's report led to his arrest for allegedly driving under the influence with students on board.