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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Body Found in Trunk After Traffic Stop in the Twin Cities
Officers checked the trunk after noticing blood in the car.
Rising Expenses Eat Into Mayo Clinic’s Bottom Line
The health care provider's net income from operations was down more than $100 million.
Oronoco Man’s Jail Sentence Begins 1-Year After Fatal Crash
The tragedy occurred on June 22 last summer.
Nearly a Half-Pound of Meth Seized in Olmsted County Traffic Stop
A Sheriff's Office spokesperson described the suspects as "well known to us."
Storms Brought Damaging Hail, Winds, & Heavy Rain to SE Minnesota
Nearly 3 inches of rain fell near Stewartville.
Police Investigating Early Morning Shooting in NW Rochester
The gunfire was reported only a few blocks west of John Adams Middle School.
Rochester Man’s Prison Sentence Just Got Longer
He's already serving time for domestic assault.
State Jobs Report Shows More Minnesotans Are Going Back to Work
April's jobless rate was the lowest on record for the State of Minnesota.
Official End to Lawsuit Over Rochester’s Newest Parking Ramp
The settlement of the lawsuit was okayed by the City Council in March.
Mid-Air Collision With Duck Injures State Patrol Helicopter Pilot
The helicopter crew had just finished assisting authorities in Wabasha County.
Plea Agreement Reached in Winona Murder Case
The stabbing occurred after Emmons came upon his girlfriend in bed with the victim.
Bloomington Man Who Set Girlfriend on Fire Ruled Incompetent
The ruling means he won't be prosecuted for her murder, at least for now.
Lakeville Man Charged in Hit & Run Involving Tow Truck Operators
His father turned him in.
Rochester DMC Transit Project Price Tag Rises to $150 Million
The local share of the cost did not change.