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
Powerball Jackpot Leaps to 4th Largest in Game’s History
The Powerball jackpot has grown to the fourth largest in the game's history.
2 1/2 Pounds of Meth Seized, 2 Arrested in Meeker County
About two-and-a-half pounds of meth were discovered during a drug bust in Meeker County.
Arson Fire Being Investigated in Kandiyohi County
A boy is believed to have started a house on fire north of Willmar.
Police Dog Hurt During Arrest of Suspect
A police dog is recovering after being assaulted by a suspect.
Hutchinson Man Charged with Assaulting Police Officer
A 30-year-old man with no permanent address is facing assault and other charges after authorities say he assaulted a police officer at the Hutchinson Walmart store Friday.
Woman Seriously Hurt in Fall from Golf Cart
A woman riding in a golf car was seriously hurt when she fell off.
Update: Body Identified as Missing Morrison Co. Woman
The Morrison County Sheriff's Office says the woman's body found in Polk County has been identified as Beth Super.
Groundbreaking for Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum
Hundreds attended a ceremonial groundbreaking Sunday at Camp Ripley for the new Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum.
Statue Memorializing 5-Year-old Minnesota Girl Dedicated
There is a new statue in a park in Watkins in memory of a little girl who was taken too soon.
99 Percent of Minnesota is Now in a Drought
Almost the entire state of Minnesota is now in a drought.
Group of 24 Claim $2 Million Powerball Prize
The $2 million Powerball prize that was won back on September 2nd has been claimed.
Flash Flooding in Downtown Duluth on Monday Evening
The National Weather Service in Duluth says a very localized heavy rainfall event happened Monday night near the downtown area of Duluth.
Report: Overall Crime Down in MN in 2022, Vehicle Thefts Up
Crime was down overall in Minnesota last year. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Monday released its annual Uniform Crime Report.
MN Governor Walz Orders Flags at Half-Staff for 9/11 Anniversary
Governor Tim Walz is ordering all U.S. and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff Monday in honor of the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.