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
Guilty Plea in Rochester Child Sex Abuse Case
A Rochester man has pleaded guilty in a child sex abuse case.
E-Coli Outbreak Associated With Minnesota State Fair
An outbreak of E. coli illness has been linked to the Minnesota State Fair.
Officers Evaluated After Haz-Mat Incident in Albert Lea
The Rochester Fire Department is reporting that three law enforcement officers were transported to an Albert Lea hospital to be evaluated for possible exposure to dangerous chemical vapors yesterday.
Highway 52 Repaving Begins Monday in and Just North of Rochester
The Minnesota Department of Transportation is scheduled to start working Monday on a project that will greatly impact southbound traffic on Highway 52 in an near Rochester.
Minnesota Tax Payments Continue to Beat Projections
The State of Minnesota continued to enjoy higher than expected tax collections last month.
SE Rochester Salvation Army Thrift Store Closing
The Rochester Salvation Army has announced it will be closing its Thrift Store and Donation Center in southeast Rochester at the end of the month.
Rochester Armed Robber Sentenced For Third Conviction
A Rochester man involved in a series of armed robberies two years ago today into a plea agreement in the final case against him.
State Disaster Assistance Approved For Olmsted County
Governor Tim Walz has authorized nearly $4 million in state disaster assistance for southeastern Minnesota and almost half of the funding will benefit Olmsted County.
Harmony Man Injured in Crash While Fleeing State Trooper
A high-speed chase through Rochester ended in an injury crash near Chatfield Thursday evening.
Torrential Rains and Near Hurricane Force Winds Visit SE Minnesota
Major power outages, street flooding, and nearly hurricane-force winds have been reported today across southeastern Minnesota.