Good morning, Rochester.

Rochester’s road network totals 535 miles and includes roughly 155 to 160 intersections with traffic lights.

Local drivers say the poorly designed intersections in the northwest — and southwest slow traffic and cause delays today.

A Rochester bus driver earned second place at the statewide Bus Roadeo (held on Friday, Jul.

24) and showcased strong driving skills in a local contest that highlights professional achievement.

Rochester welcomes its new McQuillan Splash Pad today at 1655 Marion Road Southeast – open for free play from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Meanwhile, Silver Lake Splash Pad reopens after maintenance at Silver Lake Pool.

United Airlines flights from Rochester International Airport to Chicago O'Hare are now delayed through October 2027 — extending previous postponements from April 30 to June 1 and then to October 25.

A new survey (by Lemon Law Experts) shows that 82% of Minnesotans judge strangers’ politics by their car and 73% assess first dates by the ride.

Results indicate that local drivers use vehicles as signals when passing on busy roads.

Olmsted County sold all eight affordable homes in its Woodcrest project, offering entry-level homes with full land ownership via a zero-interest loan.

The pilot, developed with Bigelow Homes, aimed to expand homeownership options for middle-income families and will guide future affordable projects.

Blackberry Smoke's 25th Anniversary Tour

7-10:30 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate with Blackberry Smoke as they showcase new music and classic hits during their anniversary tour.

Theory of a Deadman Concert

6:00 – 8:30 PM — Mayo Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience high-energy performances as Theory of a Deadman and Sevendust rock the stage with special guest Return to Dust.