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.
Andy Brownell
Slick Roads May Have Contributed to Fatal Crash Near Albert Lea
The State Patrol is reporting 175 crashes statewide since 5 PM yesterday.
Authorities Investigating Suspicious Death of Minnesota Child
Police say the toddler was in the care of acquaintances of his biological parents.
SE Minnesota Teen Hospitalized After Being Struck by Trailer
The driver said he tried to avoid him by swerving.
Dynamic Weekend Storm Aiming at Minnesota Could Impact Power Grid
The potential for heavy snow and ice have forecasters concerned.
Rochester Area Job Market is Minnesota’s Strongest
Is Mayo Clinic doing all of the hiring?
CASE DISMISSED – Felony Charges Against Rochester Area Man Tossed
The prosecution ran into trouble with Minnesota's relatively new marijuana odor rule.
Elected Officials Meet Today For Rochester “Homeless Summit”
It involves a rare joint session of the Rochester City Council and Olmsted County Board.
Rochester Police – 2 Level 3 Predatory Offenders Move to City
They both moved into separate residences on Monday.
State Patrol – Injury Crash on Highway 63 at Racine
It was reported just after 10:30 AM
Maddi Kingsbury Murder – Judge Hearing Request to Dismiss Charges
A 3 day evidentiary hearing concerning the Winona woman's murder opened this morning.
Rochester School Board Public Hearing on Operating Levy Extension
School Districts have been given authorization for a one time extension of existing operating levies without voter approval.
Minnesota Man’s Plea Deal in Child’s Death Includes No Jail Time
It was his gun that went off while it was being handled by the victim's older brother.
Sentencing Day For Rochester Teen Involved in Drive-By Shooting
Police reported that around 30 shots were fired.
Rochester Police Try to Dispel Misinformation About Woman’s Death
In releasing the additional information, the police department noted that it "must balance the needs of not only a concerned community, but also an active investigation and a grieving family."