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, and Friday, expect regular appearances by members of 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, and Med City Movie Guy Chris Miksanek. Jenna Taubel with First Alliance Credit Union joins me every Wednesday for Good Money Moves. When I’m not hosting Rochester Today, I wear my objective journalist hat as a member of the KROC news team for over 35 years.
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Overnight Fire Wipes Out Popular SE Minnesota Restaurant & Bar
The blaze was reported around 3 AM.
Minnesota Woman Admits to Manslaughter For Infant’s Drug Death
The one-year-old died of acute fentanyl toxicity.
Rochester Drive-By Shooting Suspect Accepts Plea Deal
He was accused of driving the vehicle used by the shooter.
Appeal Filed Over Light Sentence in Rochester Murder Case
He was given a 5 year sentence for second-degree murder.
Former Olmsted County Deputy Sentenced For Child Porn Conviction
He still faces charges in state court and is scheduled to stand trial in March.
Minneapolis Fire Department Reports Deadly Couch Blaze
A woman and a dog perished in the fire.
Former Rochester Police Officer Guilty of Sexual Assault
He had been on the job for less than a year.
Minnesota Man Indicted for Federal Hate Crime in Bar Assault
Media reports indicate the attack left the victim in critical condition.
Wrongful Death Lawsuit Over Stewartville Man’s Death in Parade
The deadly incident occurred at a parade in La Crosse and last August.
Probation for Southern MN Mayor in Public Funds Misconduct Case
The conviction stems from a 2022 investigation triggered by a State Auditor's report.