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Biography

Mark J. Rochester oversees investigative and watchdog reporting efforts at Type Investigations in Manhattan. He was previously Senior News Director for Investigations at The Detroit Free Press, He has also served as executive editor at The Herald, a McClatchy newspaper in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Prior senior management positions included Deputy Managing Editor at The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette overseeing digital strategy, product development and content, as well as investigations. He also has been Assistant Bureau Chief for the Associated Press in San Francisco and held positions as Assistant Managing Editor/Sunday at The Denver Post, Enterprise Editor at Newsday and Assistant Managing Editor/Investigations and Special Projects at The Indianapolis Star. He also worked as a reporter at several newspapers, including The Milwaukee Journal. Specialties: Managing investigations and enterprise, computer-assisted reporting, senior management experience. Career portfolio: www.markjrochester.com

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  Rebuttal: upholding facts in reporting on Bradenton police chief incident

  By Mark Rochester Verified

  Apr. 13, 2025

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Sarasota Herald-Tribune

The Herald-Tribune Media Group is a prominent multimedia news organization based in Sarasota, Florida. It is best known for its flagship publication, the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, a daily newspaper that has been serving the Southwest Florida community since its founding in 1925. The company has a rich history and has undergone several ownership changes, with its headquarters featuring modern architectural design. The Herald-Tribune Media Group focuses on newspaper publishing, delivering daily print editions and digital news content that covers local, regional, and national stories. It maintains a strong online presence, providing timely articles and multimedia content to engage readers. The company also has a history of innovation in local broadcasting, having launched the Suncoast News Network in 1995, which showcased its commitment to multimedia news delivery. Its audience primarily consists of residents and businesses in Southwest Florida, who rely on the company for trusted news coverage and advertising opportunities.