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
Four Children Perished in Mason City House Fire
A man and a young girl survived the fire.
UPDATE: Missing Minnesota Infant Found Safe
The missing baby was in protective custody at the Scott County Government Center.
U.S. Drone Strike Kill Top al-Qaida Leader
Zawahri, on the FBI’s Most Wanted Terrorist list, had a $25 million bounty on his head.
Hundreds of MN National Guard Airmen Return Home From Middle East
They were stationed in Saudi Arabia.
Rochester Man Awaiting Sentencing For 10th Felony Conviction
He entered into a plea agreement on Wednesday.
Tornado Total For Southern Minnesota Rises to Six
Four more were confirmed today.
Minnesota COVID Death Toll Tops 7,000
The COVID-19 pandemic in Minnesota has reached another grim milestone.
Guidance on Minnesota Schools Now Expected Next Thursday
A highly anticipated announcement from Governor Tim Walz is now a week away.
Beer and Wine Sales Now Allowed at MN Bars and Restaurants
Minnesota bars and restaurants can now include beer and wine in their take out menus.
Amid All the Coronavirus News – the Flu Season Rages on in MN
Flu activity in Minnesota remains very high although there are some very preliminary indications it might be peaking.
Huge Shipment of Counterfeit Money Seized in Minnesota
Federal authorities are reporting the discovery of close to a million dollars in counterfeit $1 dollar bills in a rail car at a Canadian border crossing.
Officials Report Another Flu-Related Death in Minnesota
Another flu-related death was reported to the Department of Health during the past week and was the second since the start of the current influenza season.