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
Focus of Search For Missing Northfield Girl Moved to Central MN
Investigators say her mother visited a park along the Mississippi River near St. Cloud before her suspected suicide.
Major Rochester Utility Project Affecting Traffic on S. Broadway
The project won't be completed until next year.
Byron Home Destroyed After Fireworks Spark Fire
A GoFundMe page has been set up to assist the family.
One Person Dead After House Fire in St. Paul
It was the first fatal fire in St. Paul this year.
Minnesota Teen Killed in July 4th Fireworks Mishap
Officials reported it exploded in his face.
Eyota Man Faces Felony Charges For Crash That Injured Young Girl
He is accused of being under the influence of meth when he allegedly caused the crash.
Tentative Plea Deal Brokered in 2021 Austin Murder Case
The 19-year-old Sioux Falls South Dakota man was scheduled to stand trial beginning July 11.
Minnesota Infant Severely Injured in 3 Vehicle Crash
11 other people were also injured in the crash.
Stewartville Man Busted With 5 lb of Meth Sentenced to Probation
The drug bust occurred in the fall of 2018.
Man Killed While Operating Tractor in Western Minnesota
He was found pinned under the machine.