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
Charges: Fmr Rochester Man Threatened & Attacked Brother-in-Law
The charges involve a former Rochester man now serving in the military.
Mayo Clinic Has Loosened its Visitor Restrictions in Rochester
The Mayo Clinic cited consistently low COVID-19 infection positivity rates in the Rochester area.
Three-Quarters of a Million Minnesotans Have Had a COVID Shot
The total number of doses administered in Minnesota is close to 1.1 million.
Dakota County Teenager Killed in Snowmobile Crash
The deadly crash occurred near two well-known Brainerd Lakes area resorts.
Former FCC Chair Elected to Lead Mayo Board of Trustees
The Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees is under new leadership.
Two Pedestrians Hit by Vehicle – Austin Woman Killed
The deadly incident remains under investigation.
Will Minnesota Heating Costs Soar Due to the Southern Cold Blast?
A Minnesota Senator is calling for an investigation into "possible price gouging."
One Person Killed in House Fire Near Alexandria
An investigator from the State Fire Marshal's Office has been called to a small town in central Minnesota to search for the cause of a deadly fire.
Minnesota National Guard Celebrates 50 Years Flying the C-130
The Minnesota National Guard began flying transport missions using the C-130 Hercules on this date in 1971.
Misdirected COVID-19 Vaccine Shipment Retrieved by MN Nat. Guard
A group of Minnesota National Guard members responded to the Twin Cities Airport last night to collect and transport thousands of doses of COVID-19 vaccine.