News Director: I’m a lifelong resident of this great state of Minnesota. I grew-up in the small west central community of Maynard. I began my professional radio career working nights at KDMA in Montevideo. Then, after a 10 year stint in Redwood Falls working at KLGR, I moved to St. Cloud. I’ve been working here at WJON since 2005, and have been the news director since 2007. The main beats that I cover include: politics, education, and local government. I'm also the early morning news anchor on WJON, and I host the News @ Noon show weekdays on WJON.
Jim Maurice
Update: Man Charged After Allegedly Shooting At Soldiers
A Minneapolis man has been charged after allegedly shooting at Minnesota National Guard soldiers stationed in the Twin Cities.
Two Killed in Crash at Lowry Tunnel in Minneapolis
Two people died in a crash at the Lowry Tunnel on Interstate 94 in Minneapolis.
FEMA Helping to Pay Funeral Expenses for COVID Related Deaths
The federal government has announced it will help pay funeral costs for COVID-19 related deaths.
Red Flag Warning Issued
With extreme fire risk conditions across southern Minnesota Friday afternoon, the National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for several counties including Kandiyohi, Meeker, Sherburne, Stearns and Wright.
1 Man Killed, 1 Man Hurt in Rock Climbing Accident
One man is dead and another is in the hospital after a rock climbing accident in Chisago County.
REAL ID Enforcement in Minnesota Six Months Away
With just six months to go before REAL ID goes into full enforcement, just 22 percent of Minnesotans have a REAL ID or enhanced driver's license.
Minnesota House Bill Allows Counties to Join South Dakota
Is it possible that one day we could be South Dakotans, without ever moving?
COVID Vaccines Open to All Minnesotans Over 16 Starting Tues.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will announce on Friday that All Minnesotans 16 and older will be able to sign-up for a COVID-19 vaccination beginning on Tuesday.
Wet Stretch of Weather to Start the Week
A prolonged rainfall event will begin Monday night and last into Wednesday afternoon.
Big Warm Up On the Way
There's a 40 to 60% chance for above-normal temperatures as we end the month of February and head in towards March.