Caitlin Alexander

Weekday Evening Anchor and Producer at KTTC-TV (Rochester, MN)

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Report: police investigate break-in at Hortman home following murders

1 week ago | kttc.com | Caitlin Alexander

BROOKLYN, Minn. (KTTC/KARE 11) – Brooklyn Park police are investigating after a reported break-in at the home of Minnesota Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, following their shooting deaths over the weekend, according to NBC-affiliate KARE 11. The home had been boarded up to protect the crime scene. Police said the home had already been processed and evidence had been collected.
Olmsted County invites local businesses to reserve spots for December drive-thru event

1 week ago | kttc.com | Caitlin Alexander

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – Friends of Chester Woods and Olmsted County are inviting local businesses and organizations to be a part of a holiday light festival this December. The Employers of Olmsted Light Festival (E.L.F.) will be a drive-thru holiday light experience at Chester Woods Park during the first three weekends of December. The event will transform the park’s campground loop into a display of holiday lights for families to enjoy.
Women’s Shelter and Support Center receives $155K grant to help emergency shelter facility

1 week ago | kttc.com | Caitlin Alexander

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – Women’s Shelter and Support Center received a sizeable gift Tuesday to help support women and children during the most difficult times. The Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines Member Impact Fund provided a $155,000 check to help with WSSC’s new emergency shelter facility.
Goodhue County: Missing fisherman found safe

1 week ago | kttc.com | Caitlin Alexander

GOODHUE COUNTY, Minn. (KTTC) – The Goodhue County Sheriff’s Office reports a fisherman who went missing early Tuesday morning at Frontenac State Park has been found safe. On Tuesday around 12:53 a.m., a caller contacted authorities after losing contact with the man. The caller feared the man may have fallen from a bluff. The sheriff’s office used a thermal drone, K-9 team, and watercraft in its search of the Mississippi River. Eventually, authorities found the man on shore with minor injuries.
Longtime Rochester shoe store for kids to close

1 week ago | kttc.com | Caitlin Alexander

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – A longtime family-owned children’s shoe store in Rochester is preparing to close its doors. Schmitt’s Stride Rite has operated in the Med City for more than forty years. Owner Terri Pickett reports a closing date will be set in the coming weeks. She cited product availability as a main reason for the decision. “This decision wasn’t made lightly,” wrote Pickett in a statement.
U.S. Attorney details federal charges against Vance Boelter

1 week ago | kttc.com | Caitlin Alexander

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (KTTC) – Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson shared details about the federal charges filed against Vance Boelter, the accused gunman in the attacks on Minnesota lawmakers early Saturday morning. DFL Minnesota Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, were killed. DFL State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, were injured.
Rochester police officer named Minnesota Juvenile Officer of the Year

2 weeks ago | kttc.com | Caitlin Alexander

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – A big honor statewide is going to a police officer right here in Rochester, and it has to do with his positive impact on young people. Rochester Police Office Al Arzola was named the Minnesota Juvenile Officer of the Year. The Minnesota Juvenile Officer’s Association presented him with the award on Monday at its annual conference. This award is given to an officer who goes above and beyond for young people in their community.
MnDOT inspectors evaluating Highway 63 bridge in Red Wing Monday, Tuesday

2 weeks ago | kttc.com | Caitlin Alexander

RED WING, Minn. (KTTC) – Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) bridge inspectors are evaluating the Highway 63 bridge over the Mississippi River in Red Wing Monday and Tuesday. It’s part of MnDOT’s annual routine inspection. Inspections require what’s called a “snooper truck.” It has a multi-jointed arm with a basket to hold the inspectors and let them see the bridge from all angles. The evaluation process means the pedestrian walkway will be closed during the daytime work.
Golfers enjoy 47th Annual Swing Your Birdie Golf Classic in support of Ronald McDonald House

2 weeks ago | kttc.com | Caitlin Alexander

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – Monday was an opportunity to hit the links and support an important cause in Rochester. The 47th Annual Swing Your Birdie Golf Classic took place at Somerby Golf Club in Byron. The golf event supports Ronald McDonald House Charities Midwest - MN, WI, IA. There was a shotgun start before an auction, raffle, and celebration following the final putt. KTTC’s Nik Speliopoulos was honored to emcee the gathering.
Adaptive triathlon celebrates all young people’s abilities

2 weeks ago | kttc.com | Caitlin Alexander

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – Young people in Rochester got to swim, run, and bike in their own ways Saturday at the “Kids Tri for Champions Adaptive Triathlon” event. Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine students and other organizations put on the event at Soldiers Memorial Field Park near downtown. It got kids of all abilities moving in ways that accommodated them. Organizers said they were proud to see the young athletes push themselves to succeed.