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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Minnesota Woman Hit by SUV Left With Life-Threatening Injuries
The crash report indicates alcohol was involved.
More Large Rochester Gains and More Large Twin Cities Job Losses
For several months, Rochester has been the hotspot for job growth throughout Minnesota, while the job losses continue to mount in the Twin Cities area.
Minnesota Man Dies After Apparently Setting Himself Ablaze
A news release says police in a Twin Cities suburb were responding to a domestic disturbance call when they were informed the man was pouring gasoline on himself.
E. Coli Cases in MN Linked to Ground Beef Served at Red Cow
State health officials say another illness has been linked to a different restaurant and it's possible additional cases will be reported from other eating establishments that purchased the same ground beef product.
Job Growth in Rochester Area Far Exceeds Other Minnesota Cities
The Twin Cities area lost nearly as many jobs as the Rochester area gained over the past year.
MN Man Sentenced For Horrific Attacks on Woman & Young Child
The woman was stabbed more than three dozen times during a high speed chase in southern Minnesota.
Minnesota 2024 Tax Collections Now Nearly $500M Above Forecast
A new economic report issued by the state also projects stronger-than-expected economic conditions through next year.
Duluth Police Investigating Deadly Motorcycle Crash
The fatal crash occurred east of the University of Minnesota-Duluth campus
National Park Ranger Killed During Rescue Mission in Northern MN
The tragic incident occurred late Sunday morning in Voyageur's National Park.
Victims of West Wisconsin Crash Identified as Rochester Area Men
They were on motorcycles that were hit by a pickup that went over the center line on a Highway across the river from Wabasha.