Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

OBESITY RATES REPORT - A new report out today shows the obesity rate is climbing nationwide. It reveals that 22 states had an adult obesity rate at or above 35 percent last year, according to nonprofit health policy organization, Trust for America’s Health. Researchers say this is an increase from the previous. They also explain that a decade ago, no state had an adult obesity rate at or above the...

Logan reports on an upcoming reunion between a stranded boater and the Coast Guard sailors who saved him this past August, after days adrift off the St. Augustine coast.

Alexus reports on a 4-year old struck by a car on Barnes Road yesterday.

Dianya Markovitz joins JMN to promote the Sing Out Loud festival at Francis Field in St. Augustine, and give some history behind the event. Now in it's 7th year, headliners include The Black Keys and Mumford & Sons, plus showcases for lots of local artists and vendors. Visit "SINGOUTLOUDFESTIVAL.COM" for more information.

You Decide 2024 coverage continues as a new Yahoo poll shows that "if the election was held today," it would be between Biden and Trump, with Biden having a small lead. Trump continues to build momentum in the GOP, despite his legal challenges. Trump will sit out next week's 2nd GOP debate, giving an opportunity for the 6 qualified participants to increase their profile.

Jared recaps President Biden's address at the United Nations yesterday.

Mark joins JMN to sound off about congressional dress codes, government shutdowns, and the Salute America special with Brian Kilmeade coming up in November. Hear more of this on "Whatever You Want Wednesday" with the Mark Kaye Show, noon to 3pm today!

Logan reports on a Gateway Jax announcement coming up at 11am today. The organization will announce plans for a variety of urban development projects, making use of various buildings and sites in the downtown area.

Alexus reports that some of the stranded cars are finally able to be safely removed from the Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside hospital parking garage, more than a week after its partial collapse.

HBCU FUNDING DISPARITIES - The Biden administration is urging the governors in 16 states to address a more than $12 billion funding disparity between land-grant Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and their non-HBCU counterparts, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. A land-grant institution is a college that provides education in the fields of agriculture or science an...

Despite recent "permitless carry" legislation in Florida, there are still some places where weapons aren't allowed, such as bars. Logan reports on multiple recent arrests of patrons who brought guns into Pete's Bar.

Robert reports on elementary schools without safety zones for students to cross. As parents raise concerns, there is some confusion over who is responsible (the city or the state) for setting up safe crosswalks, and for whom they are NOT required.

You Decide 2024 coverage continues as a former aide to Trump claims that he used to write "to-do" lists on the back of classified documents, according to a report from ABC News. This claim is certain to be investigated in regard to the classified documents case involving the former president.

Jerry Holland, Duval Co. Supervisor of Elections, joins JMN to share information about National Voter Registration Day (today). If you haven't already, you can register to vote or update your voter information at any area library or the County Supervisor of Elections office. We have three elections coming up in the next year, with the first only six months away.

Alexus reports on UNF poll results, that show mixed opinions when it comes to who should own and who should pay for the Jaguars' stadium, and more.

Alexus reports on a westside car fire, where two bodies were found inside.

You Decide 2024 coverage continues as Blair looks at the Trump interview from Meet The Press, and some particular statements that may have impacts on his court cases.

Ryan looks at a bill to avert a government shutdown at least through October, as congress fails to prepare an annual budget on time AGAIN, while Speaker McCarthy gets bullied by House GOP critics.

US House Rep Aaron Bean (R,FL-4) lead his fellow house legislators in an acknowledgement of the Dollar General shooting victims in a formal statement on the House floor in D.C. Additionally, the Jacksonville Jaguars, NFL Foundation, and other organizations presented a $1 million donation to the First Coast Relief Fund in honor of the shooting victims and community members impacted by that tragic e...

Brent is live from the Dream 18 Golf Tournament, and recaps the Jags home opener against the Chiefs. Will they get it together before they play the Texans? Hear more with Brent & Friends 3pm to 6pm on ESPN690.

SHUTDOWN DEAL? - It’s a big week in Washington with lawmakers told to come back and be ready to deal with the impending government shutdown. Some progress was made over the weekend and a short term spending bill could get some attention today. A group of republicans have hammered out a deal but already some other republicans aren’t supporting it. And Democrats in the Senate aren’t expected to go f...

Alexus reports on fans' heat exhaustion experiences at the Jags game yesterday, where in-stadium temps exceeded 100 degrees.

You Decide 2024 coverage continues as Blair looks at why many consider the 14th Amendment a possible disqualifier that makes former President Trump ineligible to run for office again.

You Decide 2024 coverage continues as a recent FOX News poll indicates a majority of people are concerned about mental acuity due to age, and corruption...of BOTH President Biden and former President Trump! This suggests that there is room at the top of the ticket for another candidate to advance.

Dr. Ludmila de Faria , UF Health psychiatrist, joins JMN to share information about the importance of mental health, and resources people can use to recognize signs or risks of suicidal behavior. Dialing 988 is one of many crisis resources if you are thinking of self-harm. For more information, visit "988Lifeline. Org" or the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention as "AFSP.org".