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
Guilty Plea by Zumbro Falls Area Man For Murder of His Father
The 73-year-old victim was bludgeoned and stabbed to death at his farm near Zumbro Falls last year.
Man Killed by Toppled Grain Bin During Storm in Central Minnesota
The most recent victim was found under a grain bin.
Jury Selection Begins For Minnesota Man Charged in Mass Shooting
A former Rochester woman working at the clinic in central Minnesota was killed in the attack.
(UPDATED) Young victims of Western Wisconsin Fire Identified
The two children died at the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Eau Claire.
Minnesota Fox Sickened by Avian Flu Outbreak
Minnesotans are being advised to avoid contact with any wildlife that appears to be sick or injured and to contact a healthcare provider if they have been bitten or had close contact with wildlife.
More Than 100K Child Porn ‘Items’ Sends Southern MN Man to Prison
The criminal complaint says the 39-year-old man was living rent-free in the basement of his father's home.
Southern Minnesota Power Utility Lineman Run Over by Skid Loader
The 23-year-old man was working on a project along a highway in Le Sueur County
Minnesota Woman Sentenced For Trafficking Her Young Daughter
The criminal complaint alleged she threatened to kill her daughter if she told anyone.
Highway Worker Killed in Southern Minnesota Work Zone Incident
The State Patrol is investigating.
Arson Blamed For Costly Damage to Rochester Church
The damage has been estimated at more than $2.5 million.