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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Judge Must Now Decide Guilt or Innocence of Austin Murder Suspect
He is accused of fatally shooting a 20-year-old woman.
Tragic Fire Hits Minnesota Community
One person was killed and five were injured.
Two Fatal Crashes in Minnesota Today – Young Child Among Victims
The child lost his life in a collision shortly after 8 AM.
Rochester Chick-fil-A Shooting Suspect Appears in Court
Police say the fatal shooting on February 3rd stemmed from a road rage incident.
Bicyclist and Vehicle Collide Near Government Center in Rochester
The incident was reported around 4:30 PM.
Guilty Plea in Rochester Drug Case Involving More Than $14K Cash
He was on probation for drug dealing when he was caught with more than 500 fentanyl pills and a large amount of meth.
Freaky February Warmth Prompts MN DNR to Close Roads and Trails
Check the DNR for listings of individual trail and road closures.
Rochester City Councilmember’s Lawsuit is Moving to Federal Court
Councilmember Molly Dennis claims she has faced discrimination by city staff, other members of the City Council and the Mayor because she has ADHD.
Rochester Man Gets More Prison Time But Likely Won’t Serve It
Court records show he has numerous previous felony convictions across SE Minnesota.
Jury Convicts Rochester Man For Sexually Assaulting Teenage Girl
Another Rochester man was convicted in the same case in December.