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
AG Schuette Sues Three Companies in Connection with Flint Water Crisis
Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette has filed a civil lawsuit against three companies in connection with the flint water crisis.
Flint to Move Forward with KWA as Permanent Water Source
In a press conference this morning, Flint Mayor Karen Weaver announced the city will move forward with the KWA as its permanent water source.
AAA Michigan: Gas Prices Fall 14 Cents
For the first time in six weeks, AAA Michigan reports the statewide average daily gas price has dropped. Michigan's current statewide average is about $2.60 per gallon, about 14 cents less than last week's average.
Candlelight Vigil Planned at UM-Flint for Orlando Shooting
The community is invited to join students, staff and faculty of UM-Flint to remember the victims and survivors of the Orlando shooting.
AAA Michigan: Statewide Gas Prices Jump 14 Cents
AAA Michigan says gas prices in Michigan have jumped 14 cents in the past week. Michigan's current statewide average is about $2.74 per gallon.
Red Wings Legend Gordie Howe Dies
Detroit Red Wings hockey legend Gordie Howe has passed away at the age of 88.
Live: Gov. Snyder to Speak at Water Committee Meeting in Flint
Governor Snyder will offer remarks this morning at the Flint Water Interagency Coordinating Committee meeting.
Sen. Gary Peters Speaks with WFNT about Flint, Hillary Clinton and More
United States Senator Gary Peters spoke with WFNT 1470 on Thursday morning during Conversations with Jason Cooper.
$55 Billion State Budget Agreement Passed with Flint Aid
The Michigan House and Senate passed a $55 budget agreement late Wednesday night which includes $114.3 million in immediate aid for the Flint water crisis.
AP Says Clinton Has Enough Delegates for Nomination [Video]
On Monday night the Associated Press reported that Hillary Clinton has secured enough delegates to clinch the Democratic nomination for President.