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
Rochester Police Respond to 4 Drug Overdoses Over 16 Hours
The Rochester Police Department issued a warning today after responding to multiple drug overdoses.
Minnesota Man Killed in Freeway Crash
The victim was killed when the vehicle traveling in the other direction crossed the median.
The Tradition of the Midnight Piper Comes to Rochester
The somber event at the Government Center marked the start of National Law Enforcement Day.
Rochester Knife Incident Results in Prison Sentence
A Rochester man is headed to prison for holding a knife to another man's neck.
Vaccination Level in Rochester Area Reaches 75 Percent
A couple of milestones were reached Friday in the Rochester area's COVID-19 vaccination effort.
City of Rochester Still Requiring Facemasks in City Facilities
Individual businesses can also still require masks and other measures.
Third Minneapolis Police Precinct Arsonist Sentenced
The final defendant is scheduled to be sentenced next month.
Minnesota Following CDC Guidance and Dropping Mask Mandate
Minnesota’s face mandate is ending much sooner than expected.
Downtown Rochester Apartment Project Advances
The preliminary plan now goes to the Rochester City Council.
Rochester Man Admits to Medicaid Fraud
Four other felony charges are being dismissed.