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
Tornado Confirmed Near Winona
The line of storms that caused major damage in Sioux Falls, South Dakota also produced a tornado that damaged a cemetery near Winona.
Mayo Clinic Announces Partnership With Google
The Mayo Clinic is teaming up with Google for a long-term high-tech project.
Fillmore County Man Sentenced For Deadly Amish Buggy Crash
A Fillmore County man is being given a chance to avoid prison for his convictions stemming from a fatal traffic crash involving an Amish buggy last year.
International Trade Tensions Impact Minnesota Exports
State officials are blaming a drop in Minnesota exports on countermeasures on U.S. exports by major trading partners.
West Circle Drive Rehab Mess Begins Monday in SW Rochester
Motorists are being advised of another major traffic disruption in Rochester.
Rochester Woman Hurt in Crash Involving Squad Car
A Rochester woman was injured Friday evening in a traffic crash that occurred when a Goodhue County Deputy attempted to make a traffic stop on Highway 52 in Cannon Falls.
Possible Vaping Related Death Reported in Minnesota
Minnesota is the fourth state to report a death associated with a vaping related lung injury.
Second Tornado Confirmed From Monday Night Storms
The National Weather Service says it is survey teams have confirmed a second tornado touchdown from the severe storm system that moved across Minnesota Monday night and early Tuesday.
Kasson Woman Killed in Single Car Crash
A Kasson woman was apparently headed to work when she died in a single-vehicle crash on Labor Day.
Another Record Quarterly Financial Performance For Mayo Clinic
The financial measurement that most closely resembles profit for the non-profit Mayo Clinic rose almost 90-percent in the second quarter of this year.