I got my start in broadcasting at my local high school, broadcasting basketball games for the local cable station. From there, my passion grew. Sports have always played a big role in my life and being able to broadcast local high school sports has been a great joy for me. I am frequently reminded of how many talented student-athletes we have in southeast Minnesota. When not touring to several gyms and fields across southeast Minnesota for 103.1 KFIL and FUN 104, I write and broadcast local news for News-Talk 1340 KROC-AM and 96.9 FM. I grew up and currently live in Stewartville with my wife, our daughter, and our dog. I love the Twins, Vikings, Wild, Wolves, and Gophers and don't regret one minute of the heartbreaks it causes me. If you ever see me out and about, stop and say hi!
Luke Lonien
Minnesota Woman Pleads Guilty in Two Separate Massive Fraud Cases
A Plymouth woman has pleaded guilty in federal court to her role in two separate fraud cases, including the $250 million fraud scheme that exploited a federally-funded child nutrition program and a Medicaid fraud scheme.
Pine Island Woman Injured in Southeast Rochester Crash
A Pine Island woman was injured after a crash in southeast Rochester Saturday night.
Minnesota Man Killed in Southern Minnesota Wreck
The crash occurred around 10:40 p.m. on Friday night.
Family Dog Dies in Fire at Rochester Residence
RFD responded to the reported fire around 1:45 p.m.
Minnesota Man Convicted For Role in $1.4 Million Medicare Fraud Case
He was convicted on Tuesday.
Minnesota Vikings Make Splash Trade, Acquire T.J. Hockenson From Detroit
The trade for the former 1st-round pick was completed Tuesday.
Rare Minnesota McDonald’s Is One of Only 13 in the Country
You can expect the same thing at nearly every Mcdonald's like the menu, the design, and the fantastic french fries. Yet, one in Minnesota is quite different from the majority of McDonald's.
Woman Injured in Crash Involving Semi in Southern Minnesota
The crash occurred Monday afternoon.
Rochester Police Officer Cleared in Fatal Shooting of Axe-Wielding Man (VIDEO)
Rochester Police have released body cam and squad car video of the deadly shooting that took place in July.
Mobile Home in Southeast Rochester Catches Fire Early Friday Morning
The mobile home is considered a total loss.