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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Austin Man Avoids Prison Sentence For Deadly Hit & Run
A previous plea agreement fell apart when the judge refused to accept his request to stay out of prison.
Plea Deal For Grand Meadow Man Accused of Secret Recordings
It was alleged that he recorded videos of juvenile girls using a hidden camera.
Rochester Police ID State Trooper & Others Injured in Fatal Crash
A teenage passenger in one of the vehicles was killed in the wreck.
Statewide Alert issued For Missing Minnesota Woman
The alert says she is considered an endangered person.
74 Year Old Rochester Man Pleads Guilty to Child Sexual Abuse
The evidence in the case includes recordings from the security system in the man's home.
Minnesota Revenues Hit $3.67 Billion in April
Individual income and corporate taxes missed the target.
Rochester Man Fails to Show Up For Court in Child Sex Abuse Case
A warrant has been issued for his arrest.
Olmsted County Commissioner Mark Thein Announces Re-Election Bid
He's seeking his third term in the office.
Motions Request Dismissal of Charges Against Petersen Twins
The charges stem from a deadly crash involving an Amish buggy near Stewartville last September that killed two children.
Man Critically Injured in Crash With Lakeville Police Squad Car
He was not using a seatbelt.
Rochester Area Job Growth Rate Continues to Lead in Minnesota
The report also shows the statewide unemployment rate hasn't changed in 6 months.
Two Motorcyclists Hurt in Collision on Southern Minnesota Highway
It's not clear why they collided.
Southern Minnesota Man Killed in Grain Bin Mishap
The deadly incident occurred about 15 miles south of Marshall.
Funding For Silver Lake Dam Replacement in Bill Sent to Governor
The plan is still in the conceptual stage.