A California native, I’ve lived on both coasts and lots of places in between. As a result, I’m pretty liberal in my viewpoints on life, have gathered a wide array of friends from vastly different backgrounds, and learned just how similar all of us really are as mankind. That’s why you’ll discover my stories tend to celebrate everyday people, their accomplishments and the amazing things they do to enrich their communities. When I’m not reporting or editing, I enjoy traveling, listening to great music, cooking up yummy eats and devouring smart books including suspense fiction and classics like my all-time favorite, Harper Lee’s ‘To Kill a Mockingbird.’ I love teaching, mentoring and working with young people. But my real passion is philanthropy, particularly when it comes to charities that help at-risk kids, the arts, literacy and nature conservation. I currently live with my wife in New England.
Jathan Fink
Snow And Wind Expected On South Coast
The National Weather Service expects snow and high winds in much of Rhode Island and Eastern Massachusetts today, including along the South Coast.
Keep Your Kids Safe This Halloween Season [VIDEOS]
The American government wants everyone to have fun this Halloween. First, NASA sends a spooky greeting to all. But the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has another message to share, and this one could save your child's life.
Route 79 / Braga Bridge Improvements Project Means Traffic Changes
Beginning Wednesday, Nov. 12, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation will implement traffic changes through the middle of December.
Show Us The South Coast’s Most Colorful Foliage In The Fall 1420 Contest
WBSM 1420 looked for the best, most colorful photo of fall foliage from the South Coast! You snapped pictures from gorgeous parts of New England, and yet there could only be one winner.
Five Reasons To Watch Lady Gaga And Tony Bennett’s Concert On PBS [VIDEO]
Lady Gaga has taken on a brand new project, working with living legend Tony Bennett, on a concert premier for PBS's Great Performances, and you can watch it Friday night from the comfort of your living room!
Wind Advisory In Effect For South Coast
The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for the South Coast and much of Eastern Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Northeast Connecticut.
Southern Bristol County Under Flood Watch
The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a flood watch from 5 p.m. today until 10:25 a.m. tomorrow.
The South Coast’s 2014-2015 Winter Weather Forecast [VIDEO]
Last winter was rather frosty along the South Coast, and this past summer was on the mild side. So what will winter be like this year? That seems to be the big question on everyone's mind as we inch closer to the winter season.
Week Six Winner Wins Plimoth Plantation Tickets In Pro Football Pick’em Contest
Congratulations to Ed Ross who won week six in our pro football pick'em contest. He received 500 bonus points, plus admission for two to Plimoth Plantation!
Week Five Winner Wins Laser Tag In Pro Football Pick’em Contest
Congratulations to Linda Rodrigues who won week five in our pro football pick'em contest. She received 500 bonus points, plus admission for six to Mission Combat Laser Tag!