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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Rochester NAACP Plans Not in Our Town Response to Racist Display
A community rally will take place on Saturday.
Felony Charge Filed Against Driver Involved in SW Rochester Crash
Authorities allege he was "huffing" just before the head-on collision.
Man Shot by Deputy Outside Central Minnesota General Store
Officials say the man was wanted on warrants and armed with a gun.
Arrest Warrant For Rochester Man Who Skipped Court Appearance
He is accused of threatening a man with an AK-47 style rifle while the victim's young daughter looked on.
Rochester Public Schools Respond to Weekend Racist Incident
A racial slur was displayed near Century High School.
Guilty Plea For Gun Threat at Rochester Convenience Store
The victim told police he did not know his attacker.
Sheriff: Chanhassen Murder Victim Found by His Parents
The slaying occurred in a townhome development that caters to car and other vehicle collectors.
Rollover Crash on Highway 14 Injures Kasson Teenager
The crash occurred on the western edge of Rochester.
2 Women Killed in UTV-Pickup Collision on Rural Minnesota Highway
The UTV was engulfed in flames when first responders arrived at the scene.
Rochester School District Online School Has New Name
It's hoped the new name will attract students statewide.