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
Rochester Tower Condo Residents Still Waiting to Return Home
City officials say a timeline for giving residents of the downtown Rochester condominium complex access to their homes is dependent on an ongoing assessment of the building's overall structural integrity.
One Person Dead & Another Arrested After Arson Fire in Eastern MN
A woman was also critically injured in the fire.
Potential Transit Bus Driver Strike in Rochester Averted
A tentative contract agreement was reached during a mediation session today.
Rented Bleachers to Replace Grandstand For Olmsted County Fair
The Olmsted County Board is being asked to approve $60,000 for the temporary fix to the grandstand "problem."
$40M Proposal For Old Montgomery Ward Site in Downtown Rochester
The plan calls for adding eight stories to the nearly 90-year-old building.
Structural Concerns Lead to Evacuation of Rochester Condo Complex
All of the residence of the 12 story Rochester Tower in downtown Rochester were ordered out.
Suspect in Owatonna Murder Investigation Identified
The public is being asked for their assistance in locating the suspect.
2 Children Among 4 People Injured in Eden Prairie House Fires
Two adjoining houses were engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived.
Rochester Man Sentenced to Probation For Child Porn Conviction
He previously served a jail sentence for a terroristic threats conviction involving a senior member of the Rochester Police Department.
Repeat Rochester DWI Offender Avoids Prison
One of his previous convictions was for criminal vehicular operation connected to an injury crash.