I have always loved radio. This goes back to my childhood when a neighbor had a talk show on a Detroit station. I would go down to the station with him, watch and listen to him, and think "I want to do that one day!" I started out with a radio class in high school, interned at the neighbor's station, and then continued in college. Unfortunately, like most new college graduates, I had bills to pay, so I took a job in sales instead of following my passion. After a few sales jobs over a ten year period, including an Internet start-up that didn't work out, I took time to figure out what I wanted to do with the rest of my life, and would make me happy while doing it. This led me back to radio. I went to Specs Howard to get reacquainted with the industry and while there, did yet another internship at WWJ 950AM. From there I got my first break reporting the news for a group of radio stations in Big Rapids, Michigan. My claim to fame while there? I was standing next to United States Senator Carl Levin who was in town speaking when two college students ran up and threw a pie into his face. I had gotten the audio too! No one else there had pictures or video. Fox News, ABC and others called and asked for it. After about 15 months there, I wanted to come back to this side of the state where my family and friends are, and take on a new challenge. In September 2011, I was hired in as the News Director here at WFNT 1470. I am happy to be here, look forward to working in the Flint community, and helping to make WFNT the media presence I know it can be!
Jason Cooper
Announcement Coming this Morning in Tanisha Colton Case
Update: Leyton announced that Colton's boyfriend and father of her three children, Henry Connor, will be charged in her murder. He is expected to be arraigned today.
Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton will hold a press conference this morning related to the case of Tanisha Colton, the 27-year-old Flint woman who had been reported missing by her family in mid-March. Almost two we...
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Seize the Deal Flint Weekend Specials
Seize the Deal was founded in 2009 to help people find fun and affordable new ways to enjoy the cities in which they live by offering deals of the day with discounts from 50% - 90% off retail.
Seize the Deal Flint Weekend Specials
Seize the Deal was founded in 2009 to help people find fun and affordable new ways to enjoy the cities in which they live by offering deals of the day with discounts from 50% - 90% off retail. There are so many options when it comes to dining, entertainment and other services that it is hard to know which ones are great...
Seize the Deal Flint Weekend Specials!
Seize the Deal was founded in 2009 to help people find fun and affordable new ways to enjoy the cities in which they live by offering deals of the day with discounts from 50% - 90% off retail. There are so many options when it comes to dining, entertainment and other services that it is hard to know which ones are great...
Consumers Energy Offers Storm Preparation Tips
With an expected winter storm to bring heavy and wet snow across much of the state late Thursday and Friday, Consumers Energy is offering up storm preparation tips for before, during and after.
Garrick Rochow, Consumers Energy's vice president of energy delivery, says the utility company is making preparations to respond to any electrical service interruptions that may result from the storm...
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Gov. Snyder Talks Flint’s ‘Most Violent City’ Title, City Lockup and Public Safety Scandal
We spoke with Michigan Governor Rick Snyder about several topics that affect Michigan residents.
2014’s New Cars on Display at the 2013 North American International Auto Show
The 2013 North American International Auto Show opens to the public this Saturday with lots of new cars on display.
See some of the most-talked vehicles on display below!
Genesee County Health Department Offers Tips to Help Prevent Flu
It's flu season again and Genesee County has already seen the presence of the virus in the area.
The flu, or influenza, is an infection of the nose, throat and lungs caused by influenza viruses. Symptoms include coughing, a runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, body aches and fever...
Governor Signs Law Banning New Teen Drivers from Talking on Cell Phones while Driving
Governor Rick Snyder today signed Kelsey's Law to help protect Michigan's young, inexperienced drivers and other motorists.
Senate Bill 756 bans cell phone use for anyone driving on a Level 1 or Level 2 graduated driver license in Michigan...
Flint Northern on Lockdown After Reports of Man with Gun
Flint Northern High School went into lockdown this morning after reports about a man with a gun.
Governor Snyder Signs New Emergency Manager Bill into Law
Governor Snyder has signed a new emergency manager bill into law. According to the Detroit News, the bill was one of 19 Snyder signed into law Thursday.
In a press release, Snyder said "these new laws recognize the vital importance of financially stable, economically vibrant communities to Michigan's future...
Governor Snyder Expected to Sign Multiple Bills into Law
Governor Snyder is expected to sign multiple bills into law today. A new emergency manger law, tougher restrictions on abortion and regulations on medical marijuana are among the stack that the Legislature sent to him before Christmas.
According to the Detroit News, the governor planned to sign some of the more than 40 bills pending before him during the extended four-day holiday weekend...
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