KROC-AM (Rochester, MN)

KROC (1340 AM) is a news and talk radio station based in Rochester, Minnesota. It was established in 1934 by Gregory Gentling, who founded the Southern Minnesota Broadcasting Company. The station began broadcasting on September 30, 1935. Gentling was also notable for co-founding the Wm McCoy American Legion Post in 1919, creating Soldier's Field Park in 1926, co-owning The Rochester Daily Bulletin, organizing a visit from President Franklin D. Roosevelt to Rochester in 1934, and managing various political campaigns in the 1920s, including those for Allen Furlow and Arthur E. Nelson. Today, KROC features a mix of nationally syndicated talk shows along with programs hosted by local personalities.

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Ex- Minnesota Teacher Sent Sexually Explicit Photos to Students, Former Officer Also Charged

18 hours ago | krocnews.com | TJ Leverentz

Northfield, MN (A former KROC-AM News)- southeast Minnesota middle school teacher has been charged for allegedly sending sexually explicit photos to students. That's according to a news release issued by the Steele County Attorney's Office Thursday afternoon. A former Northfield Police Department School Resource officer is also charged in the case. The Steele County Attorney's Office is handling the prosecution in Rice County to avoid a conflict of interest.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rochester

19 hours ago | krocnews.com | TJ Leverentz

By TJ Leverentz Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the Rochester area. It is in effect until 2:45 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2025. Lake City, Zumbro Falls, Mazeppa, Millville and Oronoco are among the communities included in the warning with Rochester. The main hazards include 60 mph winds and up to quarter-sized hail.
New Address for Rochester Sex Offender Set to be Released from Custody

21 hours ago | krocnews.com | TJ Leverentz

The notification says he approached the females as they were walking in public and that he used shock and surprise in an attempt to control the situation. Rochester, MN (The KROC-AM News)- Rochester Police Department has issued a community notification regarding a sex offender living in Rochester who is set to be released from custody. Police issued the community notification on Thursday morning.
Albert Lea Man Sentenced in Pipe Bomb Case That Led to Evacuation of Minnesota Government Center

22 hours ago | krocnews.com | TJ Leverentz

Albert Lea, MN (A KROC-AM News)- southern Minnesota man convicted on charges involving an explosive device, police chase and evacuation of a government center has been sent to prison. The Freeborn County Government Center in Albert Lea was evacuated on July 5 of last year after Albert Lea Police discovered a homemade pipe bomb in a locked safe following a brief vehicle chase.
Crash-Prone Rochester Intersection Sees Second Injury Crash in Under a Week

1 day ago | krocnews.com | TJ Leverentz

Rochester, MN ( KROC-AM News)- One man was injured following a crash at a Rochester intersection that frequently sees accidents. The Minnesota Department of Transportation says the intersection has a "sustained history of crashes." Wednesday's crash came less than a week after a three-vehicle injury crash at the same intersection. A project to build a roundabout at the intersection is scheduled to start early next month. Two vehicles were involved in the latest collision.
Porch Pirate Sentenced for Rochester Package Thefts During Holiday Season

1 day ago | krocnews.com | TJ Leverentz

Rochester, MN (One of the two people arrested for a porch piracy spree in KROC-AM News)- Rochester last December has been sentenced. Law enforcement came into contact with the same duo last week in a felony fleeing that ended with a meth bust. Rochester police responded to a report of people taking packages from doorsteps in the area of 7th Street and Lake Ridge Drive Northwest on the afternoon of December 18. Officers found and arrested the suspects based upon witness descriptions.
A Crash Between a Semi and Train has Closed a Mississippi River Crossing in Southeast Minnesota

1 day ago | krocnews.com | TJ Leverentz

The bridge connecting Minnesota and Wisconsin in Wabasha is closed to all non-emergency vehicles. Nelson, WI (A Mississippi River crossing in KROC-AM News)- southeast Minnesota is closed due to a collision between a semi truck and train. Authorities are telling motorists to anticipate a prolonged closure. The destructive collision occurred at a railroad crossing on the Wisconsin side of the Mississippi River. The closure was reported around 9:30 Wednesday morning.
Significant Enrollment Decline on the Horizon for the Rochester School District

1 day ago | krocnews.com | TJ Leverentz

Rochester, MN (A significant enrollment decline is on the horizon for the KROC-AM News)- Rochester Public School District (RPS). That's according to a presentation shown to school board members during a study session held Tuesday night. The district tabbed former Minnesota State Demographer Dr. Hazel Reinhardt to update the district's enrollment projections for the next 10 years. From 2014-2025, the district experienced a slight uptick in enrollment of 0.4%.
Rochester Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor Broken Into, Valuable Items Reported Stolen

1 day ago | krocnews.com | TJ Leverentz

Rochester, MN (A pair of KROC-AM News)- Rochester businesses were victimized by burglaries early Wednesday morning. Rochester Police Department Communications Coordinator Amanda Grayson says officers responded to a burglary alarm around 12:30 a.m. Responding officers found two broken doors at two different businesses, which share a parking lot, when they arrived. The burglaries were reported at La Michoacana Purepecha, at 28 9th St. Southeast and at Mi Mexicana Market, 18 9th St. southeast.
Rochester Woman Facing Drug Charges After Bust During Traffic Stop

2 days ago | krocnews.com | TJ Leverentz

She was arrested and transported to the Olmsted County Jail where law enforcement found additional fentanyl and methamphetamine Rochester, MN ( KROC-AM News)- Police made a drug bust following a recent traffic stop in Rochester. The criminal complaint, filed in Olmsted County Court on Monday, says Rochester police stopped the vehicle for allegedly running a red light around 8:45 Friday morning. The traffic stop occurred in the area of the 4th Ave. and 7th St. Northwest intersection.