SWAT Teams Ends 3 Hour Standoff With Albert Lea Stabbing SuspectSWAT Teams Ends 3 Hour Standoff With Albert Lea Stabbing SuspectThe standoff triggered a lockdown at Hawthorne Elementary, which was less than a block west of the residence.TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Semi Tips Over on Southern Minnesota Ramp, Driver HospitalizedSemi Tips Over on Southern Minnesota Ramp, Driver HospitalizedThe truck driver lost control of the large vehicle as it was navigating the slick ramp during a snowfall. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Fire Wipes Out 2 Buildings at Albert Lea-Area Recycling Center Fire Wipes Out 2 Buildings at Albert Lea-Area Recycling Center The fire was reported just after 4 AM on Sunday.Andy BrownellAndy Brownell
Truck Hauling Livestock Trailer Crashes in Southern MinnesotaTruck Hauling Livestock Trailer Crashes in Southern MinnesotaOne person was injured as a result of the crash. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Life-Threatening Conditions Close I-90 West of Albert LeaLife-Threatening Conditions Close I-90 West of Albert LeaOfficials describe the combination of blowing snow and dangerously cold wind chills as “life-threatening conditions” for stranded travelers. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Crash On I-90 in Minnesota Involving Semi Injures Austin ManCrash On I-90 in Minnesota Involving Semi Injures Austin ManThe crash happened near Albert Lea Friday morning. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
At Least Four Southern Minnesota Schools Subject of Swatting CallsAt Least Four Southern Minnesota Schools Subject of Swatting CallsThe calls went out late Wednesday morning. TJ LeverentzTJ Leverentz
Albert Lea High School Coach Charged With Having Sex With StudentAlbert Lea High School Coach Charged With Having Sex With StudentThe student said it happened at his home.Kim DavidKim David
Albert Lea Man Charged With Setting Woman On FireAlbert Lea Man Charged With Setting Woman On FireThe house where the incident took place was also wiped out.Kim DavidKim David