I'm originally from rural Itasca County, but have called St. Cloud my home for the past ten years. I've worn quite a few journalism hats during that time - reporter, news anchor, editor, producer, social media manager and videographer. I cover central Minnesota business topics, along with news from Cold Spring, Foley and St. Joseph. I'm a storyteller by nature, and I'm passionate about keeping my fellow central Minnesotans informed on topics and issues that affect their lives. I love running, camping in State Parks, seeing live music and spending time with my family at our Lake Superior cabin.
Abby Faulkner
Youth Lacrosse Gear Stolen in Storage Unit Break-In
The break-in occurred between October 15, 2020 and Friday.
State Enacts Income Tax Filing and Payment Grace Period
Taxpayers have until May 17 to file and make their payments.
Semi Driver Loses Consciousness While Driving in St. Cloud
Passerby steered semi into the curb to avoid crash.
Local Credit Union Exec Accepted Into National Leadership Program
Chief Operating Officer Theresa Tschumperlin was selected to participate in Filene i3, an innovation leadership program hosted by the Filene Research Institute.
River’s Edge Convention Center to Host COVID-19 Vaccination Site
The large-scale, permanent site will be the sixth of its kind in Minnesota.
State Investigation: Ripley Construction Workers Owed $54K in Back Wages
Investigations by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry found that the companies misclassified workers on the project and paid them less than the prevailing wage rate.
St. Cloud Murder Suspect Makes First Court Appearance
Forty-three year old Ricco Tyson is charged in Sherburne County District Court with second-degree murder and first and second-degree manslaughter in the death of Tyler Ecklund.
St. Cloud VA Offering COVID-19 Vaccines to Enrolled Veterans
All enrolled veterans served by the St. Cloud VA Health Care System can now schedule COVID-19 vaccination appointments.
Authorities Investigating Vandalism Incident in Albany
Authorities are still looking for whoever vandalized a vacant building in Albany at the end of February.
$50k Powerball Ticket Sold in Sauk Rapids
As of Thursday evening, the winning ticket has not been claimed.