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
Suspicious Device Removed from Downtown Rochester by Bomb Squad (UPDATED)
A bomb squad from St Paul was dispatched to downtown Rochester Thursday evening to remove a suspicious object.
Flash Flooding, Mudslides Occurring Just South of the Twin Cities
orrential rains from strong thunderstorms have prompted the National Weather Service to issue flash flood warnings for portions of Goodhue, Dakota and Rice Counties, along with sections of Le Sueur and Scott counties this afternoon.
Man Confesses to Throwing Boy Off Balcony; Went to Mall of America With Intent to Kill
The man who threw a young boy off a third-floor balcony at the Mall of America last week has confessed to the crime and told investigators he knew his actions were wrong.
Goodhue Couple Sentenced in Sex Abuse Case
Friday’s sentencing hearing followed a two-year investigation into allegations of sexual contact between the victim and the couple beginning when she was 15 years old.
Thousands Remain Without Power Heading Into the Weekend
Line crews from Rochester Public Utilities are assisting crews from People's Energy Cooperative as they work around the clock to restore power to thousands of homes and businesses in southeastern Minnesota.
Minnesota Health Officials Report Season’s First Child Flu Death
St. Paul, MN (KROC-AM News) - Flu activity in Minnesota has been on the decline in recent weeks, but state health officials this week reported the first pediatric flu-related death of the flu season.
The Department of Health has not released any information about the stricken child other than to say …
The Department of Health has not released any information about the stricken child other than to say …
Emergencies Declared in Dodge and Freeborn Counties
Dodge and Freeborn Counties have declared a State of Emergency due to severe damage to the power infrastructure from today’s ice and wind storm.
Statewide Tornado Drill Canceled Due to Stormy Forecast
This week's stormy forecast has prompted the National Weather Service to take the unusual step of canceling one of the main events of Severe Weather Awareness Week.
State Patrol – Rochester Man Injured in Alcohol Involved Crash
The State Patrol is indicating alcohol may have contributed to a single-vehicle crash last night that sent a Rochester man to the hospital.
Late Winter Storm Aiming to Hit Minnesota
The National Weather Service says there is growing confidence in forecasting models that are predicting a potent winter storm will hit the region later this week.