Rich Peterson

I began my radio career in North Platte, NE (KAHL) in July 1974. From there it was Burlington, CO (KNAB). Clinton, MO (KDKD), Omaha, NE (KFAB), Rochester in 1983-90, then Rapid City, SD (KKKMK & KKLS) for almost 9 years. In fall 1999, I came back and have been at KROC AM ever since! Thank you for listening! I graduated from Richfield High School ('71) and went to the University of Minnesota and Brown Institute in 1973. My wife Nancy and I have been married since 1979 and we have three great kids, Scott, Tim and Kaitlyn. Two awesome grandkids (Zoey and Jack) keep us hopping. I'm a huge Gopher fan and have been since I was old enough to know better in 1959. I love any pro team from Minnesota. I am the P.A. announcer for the Rochester Honkers, an occasional announcer for the local high schools, help out at Apollo Liquor, and do some "medical acting" at Mayo Clinic.

A Team Effort Brings Down a Wanted Man in Rochester

Rochester, MN (KROC AM News) -- It was a standoff of sorts in Rochester last night involving the Minnesota State Patrol, the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Department K-9 unit and the Rochester Fire Department at the 75th Street bridge over the Zumbro River.

Seven Injured in Six Car Crash South of Owatonna

.Geneva, MN (KROC AM News) - A six-vehicle, chain reaction crash occurred Saturday morning on an icy stretch of Interstate 35 near Geneva Township, south of Owatonna in Steele County.

How Does Olmsted County Handle Illegal Immigrants?

One of the many hot button issues surrounding the Trump administration is his tough stance on illegal immigration. Protests have popped up all over the country, including right here in Rochester. With the reported enhanced rules coming down, we've started to hear stories about "roundups" of illegal immigrants in some cities...

Another Challenge for Rochester Law Enforcement

Law enforcement has many challenges. Most are obvious, but some are not. One of the difficulties they face is dealing with those who are mentally ill. Officers are getting, or at least will be getting, additional training in that area. Another issue is language barriers...

The Streak Continues for the Wild

(St. Paul, MN) -- Erik Haula had a goal and an assist as the Wild skated to a 3-1 win over the Dallas Stars last night at the Excel Energy Center. Ryan Suter and Jared Spurgeon also lit the lamp for Minnesota, which has earned at least a point in seven straight games...

Will Social Ice Have Ice? It Will Have Chad Greenway!

Two special attractions are expected for this weekend's Social Ice event in downtown Rochester. Attraction #1: Balmy weather. With temperatures forecast to reach 50 or more this Friday and Saturday the many Ice sculptures may have a short life span...

Put This Polar Plunge in the Books!

Polar Plunge was a huge success! 1100+ jumpers on a VERY comfortable day!

It’s All About the Bass, ‘Bout the Bass No Walleye

The Bassmaster tournament is coming back to Mille Lacs. The 2016 tournament put Mille Lacs Lake in the spotlight: fishing pro after pro raving about hauling in multiple four-pound-plus small mouth bass, a rainbow extending down to the water and the crowds turning out in force to see a Minnesota man, Seth Feider win it.

Why Does Minnesota Tax Social Security?

State Senator Dave Senjem was on KROC AM radio with Rich Peterson Monday morning with an update on the happenings at the state Capitol. Among the topics covered were the long overdue Bonding bill left over from last session. He expects that to be completed and signed fairly soon...

Hundreds Show Up to See Cubs’ Series Trophy

Cubs fans are all over the country, especially when the team wins a World Series! Evidenced by the fact that over 700 fans showed up to get a look and take a pic with the trophy in Mason City Tuesday.