Good morning, Rochester.

The Rochester Police Department said it is supporting investigations after Representative Melissa Hortman, her husband and Senator John Hoffman were shot overnight in Brooklyn Park and Champlin—while assuring us there is no threat in Rochester and advising locals to call the non-emergency line to verify officer identities.

The Minnesota Court of Appeals overturned a judge’s dismissal of assault charges against 37-year-old Rodrigo Rojas Gasca, who is accused of injuring a man and a woman during a fight at a local restaurant in February 2022 — both victims were treated at a hospital — and the case has been sent back to Olmsted County Court for further proceedings.

An appeals court has reopened a case involving a February 2022 assault at a Rochester restaurant after overturning a judge’s dismissal of charges against 37-year-old Rodrigo Rojas Gasca—he is accused of injuring a man and a woman who were taken to the hospital.

The Rochester City Council will vote tomorrow on whether to override Mayor Kim Norton’s second veto this year on a $245,000 funding request to renovate the second floor of the historic Fagan Studios building—324 South Broadway—for use as an apartment.

City staff recommended the funding to help revitalize downtown, while the mayor argued that the Revolving Loan Fund is a better option.

German Language Conversation Meetup

4-6 p.m. — One Discovery Square — Free entry — Practice your German skills in a friendly, all-levels welcome atmosphere.

Open House: Spacious 6-Bedroom Home

5:30-7 p.m. — 2319 Viola View Ln NE — $524,900 — Explore this serene cul-de-sac home featuring a walkout lower level and large outdoor deck.

Rochester Pokémon League Gathering

5-7 p.m. — NerdinOut-Rochester — Free entry — Connect with fellow Pokémon fans to play, trade, and earn prizes in a fun community setting.

Let's Speak German!

4-6 p.m. — One Discovery Square, 'Define' Conference Room — Free entry — A welcoming space for all skill levels to practice and discuss the German language.

Rochester Female Entrepreneurs Meet-Up

2:30–3:30 p.m. — Collider Foundation — Free entry — Connect and network with local women entrepreneurs in a supportive setting.