I’m a lifelong Rochester resident and host of Rochester Today on News-Talk 1340 KROC-AM. The lively one hour program runs from 11 a.m. to Noon weekdays Every Tuesday and Thursday conservative commentator and author Tom Ostrom joins me to talk about the events and issues of the day. On Monday, Wednesday and Friday, James Rabe joins me to highlight the latest happenings in Rochester, along with regular appearances by the Rochester City Council President, Mayor, Olmsted County Sheriff, and the Superintendent of the Rochester Public Schools. You can also expect to hear from a list of local experts that includes Mike Dougherty from MNDOT, Steve Lange from Rochester Magazine, retired local attorney David Shulman, experienced automotive technician Dick Zeitler and Med City Movie Guy Chris Miksanek. When I’m not hosting Rochester Today, I wear my objective journalist hat as a member of the KROC news team for over 30 years.
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Arrest Warrant For Rochester Man Who Skipped Court Appearance
He is accused of threatening a man with an AK-47 style rifle while the victim's young daughter looked on.
Rochester Public Schools Respond to Weekend Racist Incident
A racial slur was displayed near Century High School.
Guilty Plea For Gun Threat at Rochester Convenience Store
The victim told police he did not know his attacker.
Sheriff: Chanhassen Murder Victim Found by His Parents
The slaying occurred in a townhome development that caters to car and other vehicle collectors.
Rollover Crash on Highway 14 Injures Kasson Teenager
The crash occurred on the western edge of Rochester.
2 Women Killed in UTV-Pickup Collision on Rural Minnesota Highway
The UTV was engulfed in flames when first responders arrived at the scene.
Rochester School District Online School Has New Name
It's hoped the new name will attract students statewide.
911 Medical Call Leads to Felony Conviction For Byron Man
Court documents say he had taken meth, heroin, and mushrooms.
MN & Wisconsin Firefighters Battled Large Grassfire Near Wabasha
An earlier evacuation order has been canceled.
100+ Cats Seized During Minnesota Animal Welfare Investigation
It's unclear if criminal charges will be filed in the case.
Downtown Rochester Parking Could Become Cheaper For Some
The recommendations will be presented to the Rochester City Council on Monday.
Rochester Man Admits to Shooting That Wounded Apartment Manager
Courts records say he was upset over having to pay for damage to a neighbor's apartment.
Rochester Police Call For Help In Solving Two Murder Mysteries
Both of the unsolved murders occurred in the month of April.
Guilty Plea in Minnesota’s Feeding Our Future Fraud Scandal
She is the 18th person to admit to federal charges in the case.