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
Golden Gophers Facing Syracuse in Pinstripe Bowl
The Golden Gopher football team is getting ready to play in its bowl game.
Some Minnesota State Parks Offer First Day Hikes on Sunday
First Day Hikes will take place at 11 Minnesota state parks this Sunday.
Body Found Along Interstate in Scott County
There is an investigation underway after a man's body was found along the interstate in Scott County.
Governor Calls Out National Guard to Help Stranded Motorists
Governor Tim Walz issued an executive order declaring a peacetime emergency to provide National Guard assistance to stranded motorists in Southwestern Minnesota.
Census: Minnesota Saw Population Growth in Past Year
Minnesota gained 5,713 new residents between July 1st 2021 and July 1st 2022 according to state population figures released Thursday by the U.S. Census Bureau.
DNR Warns That Slush Weighs Down Ice
Last week’s snowstorm that dropped heavy, wet snow across much of the state has significantly affected ice conditions.
Minnesota Murder Victim Identified 41 Years Later
The Rock County Sheriff's Office and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension have announced a break in a cold case homicide.
St. Paul Woman Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Trafficking Conspiracy
A St. Paul woman has pleaded guilty to her role in a sex trafficking conspiracy after recruiting six minor victims to engage in commercial sex acts
Gas Prices Continue to Fall Ahead of Christmas
The national average for a gallon of gasoline is down nearly $2 compared to six months ago.
Arctic Cold Settling Into Minnesota for the Holidays
The National Weather Service says there is increasing confidence that potent arctic air will settle across the region next week, with wind chills dropping as low as 30 to 40 below zero.