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.
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Teenager Killed by Hit and Run Driver in Minneapolis
Officials suspect alcohol or drugs were involved.
Rochester Man With History of Domestic Violence is Headed to Prison
He has been in jail since a very public incident last July.
Minnesota Seatbelt Crackdown Results in 2000 Tickets
Officials say failing to buckle up has already contributed to nearly 4 dozen traffic deaths in the state.
Motorcycle Crashes 2 Hours Apart Kill One Man and Injure Another
One of the victims was hit by two vehicles after colliding with a deer.
Two Stage Scam Used to Swindle Rochester Woman
Police say it is indicative of the increasing sophistication of the scams showing up in this area.
Woman Robbed of Wallet Outside Rochester Convenience Store
Police say the robbers first asked if she had change for a $100 bill.
Owatonna Man Ruled Competent to Stand Trial For Murder
He is accused of gunning down a man outside a Minneapolis market.
9-Year-Old Was Fourth Drowning Victim of the Weekend in Minnesota
Woodbury, MN (KROC-AM News) - What had already been a deadly weekend on Minnesota lakes and rivers continued Sunday evening in Woodbury.
Woodbury Public Safety says police officers and firefighters responded to a swimming beach around 6 PM after a nine-year-old girl was reported missing...
Woodbury Public Safety says police officers and firefighters responded to a swimming beach around 6 PM after a nine-year-old girl was reported missing...
Rochester Woman Arrested on Arson Charge After Condo Fire
She had previously been ordered to stay away from the residence.
Rochester Man Faces Child Rape Charges
The charges allege the sexual assaults began when the victim was 5-years-old.
Former Twins Great Mudcat Grant Has Died
He was the first Black 20-game winner in the American League.
Smoke Detector Gave Early Warning of Rochester Garage Fire
The alarm allowed for a quick response before the flames could spread to the house.
Minnesota Man Airlifted to Hospital After Water Skiing Crash
He was unconscious when he was pulled from the water.
Plane Crash Reported in Anoka County
Reports indicate the pilot was able to walk away from the wreckage.