KIMT-TV (Mason City, IA)

KIMT is the CBS-affiliated TV station serving North Central Iowa and Southeastern Minnesota. It is based in Mason City, Iowa, and transmits a high definition digital signal on UHF channel 42, which is recognized as virtual channel 3.1 through PSIP. The transmission comes from a transmitter located near Meyer, Iowa, close to the Minnesota border. Viewers can tune in to KIMT on Charter and Mediacom channel 3, with high definition options available on Charter digital channel 784 and Mediacom digital channel 803. Owned by Media General, the station operates from its studios on North Pennsylvania Avenue in Downtown Mason City and has a sales office on East William Street in Downtown Albert Lea, Minnesota. KIMT features a variety of syndicated shows, including Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy!, Dr. Phil, and The Dr. Oz Show, among others.

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English

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#119183

United States

#23022

Arts and Entertainment/TV Movies and Streaming

#691

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Iowa City Church holds first Easter service after rebuilding

3 days ago | kimt.com | David Warrington

IOWA CITY, Iowa (KWWL) -- Each year, Easter service is a special time for countless people. However, this year was extra special at Iowa City Church. Less than a year ago, they held a groundbreaking as they worked to rebuild the church that they lost in a devastating fire. Sunday was their first Easter service inside of their brand new building. "It's a relief to finally have a home base," said Tom Steele, Lead Pastor at Iowa City Church.
Man to stand trial for crash that killed an Owatonna woman

5 days ago | kimt.com | Mike Bunge

OWATONNA, Minn. – A trial has been scheduled over a 2024 collision that killed a Steele County woman. Hunter Joseph Conrad, 20 of Morristown, has pleaded not guilty to criminal vehicular homicide, careless driving, and failure to stop. Law enforcement says Conrad was using his cell phone and did not stop for a stop sign, causing a fatal collision at the intersection of 50th Street Northwest and North Cedar Avenue in Owatonna on May 28, 204.
Blue Lagoon Mini Golf course opens for the season in Rochester

5 days ago | kimt.com | Emma Esteb

ROCHESTER, Minn. - If you’re looking for a place to putt-putt, you’re in luck. Blue Lagoon Mini Golf in Rochester is officially open for the season. The 18 hole course just opened in October. The owner Missy Emerich says the course was only able to be open for about 3 and a half weeks this fall. But, even in its short soft launch, she says the community has shown an outpour of support as they head into the spring and summertime.
Dozens walk the 'Way of the Cross' through downtown Rochester

5 days ago | kimt.com | Emma Esteb

ROCHESTER, Minn. - It's an annual procession here in Rochester. The Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Church invited the public to take part in the 'Way of the Cross' in honor of Good Friday' Dozens of people participated in the walk that actually takes place through the streets of downtown Rochester. People started at the Government Center listening to scripture, poetry, and songs.
Semi crash on northbound Interstate 35

5 days ago | kimt.com | Mike Bunge

CLEAR LAKE, Iowa - A semi has crashed in a construction zone on Interstate 35 by Clear Lake. The Minnesota Department of Transportation says the semi is blocking the left shoulder of northbound I-35 between U.S. 18 and Exit 193: 4th Avenue South. The shoulder remains blocked as of 7:43 pm Friday.
Construction to start on a $12 million housing development in Charles City

6 days ago | kimt.com | Mike Bunge

CHARLES CITY, Iowa – A $12 million housing project is moving forward in Charles City. Developers say “The Collective on 13th” will be a multifamily development comprised of 40 residential units across two walk-up style buildings, offering a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom floorplans. A third clubhouse building will offer residents a community room, exercise room, business center, and property management office.
2025 Healthiest State Awards has two North Iowa winners

6 days ago | kimt.com | Mike Bunge

DES MOINES, Iowa – North Iowa has two winners in the 2025 Healthiest State Annual Awards. “It is our honor to recognize our winners with these well-deserved awards,” says Jami Haberl, Healthiest State Initiative executive director.
Minnesota DNR warning that open water is still dangerously cold this time of year

6 days ago | kimt.com | Mike Bunge

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Lots of Minnesotans have taken to the open water this spring, but the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) says water temperatures are still dangerously low. The DNR says about 30% of fatal boating accidents each year happen during the cold-water period, and many involve victims who weren’t wearing a life jacket. “Boats, canoes, and kayaks have been common sights in these early days of the open-water season,” says Lisa Dugan, DNR recreation safety outreach coordinator.
Not guilty plea entered in 35-year-old western Iowa murder case

6 days ago | kimt.com | Mike Bunge

LOGAN, Iowa – The man arrested for a nearly 36-year-old killing has pleaded not guilty. Robert Allen Davis, 61 of Council Bluffs, is accused of murdering Barbara Lealyn Lenz, 31, in May 1989. His first-degree murder trial is now scheduled to begin on October 21 in Harrison County. Lenz’ family notified the Woodbine Police Department on May 17, 1989, that they had not seen nor heard from Lenz since May 3, 1989.
Rochester gets statewide award for Cascade Lake Regional Park

6 days ago | kimt.com | Mike Bunge

ROCHESTER, Minn. – The Minnesota Recreation and Park Association (MRPA) is honoring the City of Rochester for its work on Cascade Lake Regional Park. The Rochester Parks & Recreation Department has received the MRPA’s Award of Excellence, which recognizes outstanding park development focused on innovation and sustainability.