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
Tragic Ending in Search for Missing Houston County Woman
There was a sad ending to a weekend search for a missing elderly woman in Houston County.
Stewartville Teen Injured in Saturday Morning Crash
A Stewartville teenager was injured in a head-on crash on an icy stretch of Highway 63 in Stewartville this morning.
COVID-19 Dashboard Created to Share Pandemic Data With Minnesotans
Governor Tim Walz today unveiled a "COVID Dashboard" to share information about the ongoing pandemic with Minnesotans.
COVID-19 Death Reported in Rochester Area
The Rochester area has recorded its first death due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COVID-19: Minnesota Governor Issues 2-Week ‘Stay at Home’ Order
Governor Tim Walz today issued a two week "Stay at Home" order that will take effect Friday night at midnight.
Governor Walz – Minnesotans May Be Slowing Spread of COVID
Minnesota health officials today reported 27 new confirmed COVID 19 cases statewide.
Gov. Walz Activates National Guard For COVID 19 Response
Governor Tim Walz has activated the Minnesota National Guard as part of the state’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Olmsted County Reports Two More COVID 19 Cases
The total number of confirmed COVID 19 cases in Minnesota has risen almost 170.
COVID-19: First Coronavirus Death in Minnesota Reported
The COVID-19 pandemic has claimed the life of a Minnesotan.
Minnesota Governor Announces Peacetime Emergency – New Coronavirus Recommendations
Governor Tim Walz held a news conference this afternoon at the State Capitol to announce that he has signed an executive order declaring a Peacetime State of Emergency in Minnesota.