Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Logan reports on Mayor Deegan's plans for a $25 million budget that City Council set aside for her top initiatives.

Alexus reports on the latest twist in the Jared Bridegan murder case, as attorneys for defendant Mario Fernandez Saldana filed a motion to disqualify prosecutors because they accessed priviliedged communications between Saldana and his attorneys.

WOKV's Samantha Manning has today's You Decide 2024 update, looking at the Iowa caucus on January 15 -- coincidentally on MLK Day, which means more folks should be off work and available to vote.

Ryan reports on the "laddered" funding bill that passed the House with bipartisan support, despite ongoing resistance within the GOP caucus. This prevents the imminent gov't shutdown, kicking the budget can into 2024. Locally, only Rep. John Rutherford voted in favor of the funding bill.,

Mark Kaye joins JMN, reflecting on last weekend's Salute America event, the latest in the Nikki Haley/Ron DeSantis feud to be first loser behind Trump in the polls, and invites your Open Mics to guide today's "Whatever You Want Wednesday" show, from noon to 3pm!

The 2nd annual Thanksgiving Turkey Drive is this weekend. Jaguars linebacker Trayvon Walker joins JMN to discuss his foundation, how the Turkey Drive evolved, and plans to expand services ito the community in years to come.

Logan reports on the City Council's zoning approval for construction of a new 5000 seat stadium for the Jacksonville Armada. It will join the "sports district" east of downtown, near the 121 Financial Ballpark. Construction is expected to begin in January 2024.

After serving our country, many veterans often face another kind of battle here at home. According to the US Department of Veterans Affairs, an average of 20 Veterans die by suicide every day. On Capitol Hill, federal lawmakers are talking with VA doctors about new therapies to help them with treatment. This includes expanding access to what’s known as “psychedelic assisted therapy” to help treat...

Logan reports on the City Council hearing a resolution to increase the number of voting sites for upcoming 2024 elections, allowing for more even distribution of voting access.

Alexus reports on SJC school rezoning, as two new schools will open next year to better serve the growing population. The new school zoning may result in some 2000+ students in K-8 attending a different school as student populations are redistributed to relieve current school crowding.

WOKV's Samantha Manning has the latest You Decide 2024 update, as pressure mounts on GOP candidates after Sen. Tim Scott bowed out of the presidential race. Nikki Haley has picked up some funding endorsements as she and Gov. DeSantis compete for the 2nd position in GOP polls, headed toward the 4th GOP debate in Tuscaloosa on Dec. 6.

Jared reports that the House is expecting to advance a bipartisan "laddered" funding bill, kicking the can into 2024 for some funding projects. Certain GOP objectors stand in opposition, but enough Democrat support is expected to avoid the shutdown deadline later this week.

Pastor Adam Gray joins JMN to discuss today's ICARE (Interfaith Coalition for Action, Reconciliation, and Empowerment) event at Mt. Zion AME today, exploring solutions and best-practices for preventing gun violence.

Alexus reports from the "Victory over Violence" breakfast event at the Fraternal Order of Police building. The event advocates for victims of violent crime, bringing together a variety of Jax businesses, community advocacy groups, and city administration including the Mayor and Sheriff.

Happening today - thousands of people are heading to Washington, DC to rally in support of Israel following last month’s deadly attacks by Hamas. Organizers are expecting as many as 40,000 to 60,000 people on the National Mall for the event – this includes people traveling from other parts of the country. This rally also comes after several pro-Palestinian protests nationwide including a march tha...

Brian joins JMN to discuss last week's Salute America event; he looks at the political competition between Nikki Haley and Gov. DeSantis; and he shares why Trump is so adamant that it's Obama running things, not Biden. Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show 10a-noon!

Jared looks at Speaker Johnson's alternatives in addressing the upcoming gov't shutdown deadline. Additionally, he previews President Biden's upcoming meeting with China's President Xi Jinping in San Francisco.

Brent joins JMN to recap the Jags/49ers game yesterday. As the Jags drop to 1-3 at home, next weekend's home game against the Titans takes on extra importance for the division rankings and the potential playoff bid.

The government is set to shut down in four days. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson released a two-tiered plan to temporarily fund the government, but he needs all GOP members to be on board. If lawmakers don’t find a solution to fund the government, the impact could be significant. Economic benefits could be in limbo and TSA officers and air-traffic controllers will be expected to show up without...

Alexus reports on a local pro-Israel group of 100+ demonstrators headed to National Mall, joining thousands marching tomorrow to demonstrate support for the release of hostages in the Israel/Hamas conflict, and to combat antisemitism.

Alexus reports on heavy travel expectations as we approach the Thanksgiving holiday. AAA estimates some 55 million travellers will venture out this year, the highest expectation since before the pandemic.

Samantha joins Rich to discuss the Presidential Election next year and all the people that could possibly run againts President Biden

Jared talks with Rich about President Biden meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in San Francisco on Wednesday, November 15

Logan talks with Rich and April about the Veterans Day Parade that is happening this weekend in downtown Jacksonville

Brent talks with Rich about the game this weekend between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the San Francisco 49ers.