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
Mega Millions Jackpot Closing in on $1 Billion
The Mega Millions jackpot is now up to nearly $1 billion dollars.
Mega Millions, Powerball Jackpots Still Growing
Lotto fever continues to grow.
Governor to Give Update on Public Safety at State Capitol
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will hold a news conference Friday at noon to give an update on the public safety efforts in place at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul.
MN National Guard to Support the Presidential Inauguration
The Minnesota National Guard will have soldiers in Washington, D.C. during next week's presidential inauguration.
Redistricting A Top Priority for State Legislative Session
Besides balancing the budget, and dealing with issues related to the coronavirus, one of the top jobs for state lawmakers this session is to redraw the lines for congressional seats as well as the state senate and house.
Insider: Bars, Restaurants to Return to Pre-Pause Restrictions
A political insider says he's expecting the governor to return to pre-pause restrictions when he makes his announcement Wednesday afternoon.
NWS: Top 5 Weather Events of 2020 in Minnesota
Here are the results of voting for the top five weather events of 2020 from the Minnesota State Climatology Office. Votes were cast from various weather enthusiasts including the National Weather Service, the University of Minnesota, State agencies and Facebook followers.
2nd Stimulus Checks Going to Americans this Week
Check your bank account, you may have some extra cash in there today.
Sheriff: Father, Son Arrested on School Roof
A father and son have been arrested for allegedly breaking into the high school in Grove City.
Hundreds Of Crashes, Stranded Drivers in Pre-Christmas Blizzard
Wednesday was a busy day for troopers with the Minnesota State Patrol, the Minnesota National Guard, and other first responders.