Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Jared reports that Russian president Vladimir Putin accuses the US of manufacturing alarm about possible hostility with Ukraine, and debate continues in Congress about what the appropriate response to Russian aggression should be (in terms of severity of sanctions).

Blair reports on the latest in COVID-19 vaccine development for children.

Jared reports on a conference call between multiple state governors and President Biden, as the governors pressured "moving past" the pandemic policies into an "endemic" state with revised public health recommendations from the White House and CDC.

David Nolan talks about Dr. Robert B. Hayling, the man hailed as the father of the St. Augustine Movement which had a significant impact in the signing of the civil rights act.

BREAKING: Dr. Faison joins JMN with an update on investigations into threats against EWU and other HBCU's. As police continue to patrol and secure the campus, all on-campus activities have been indefinitely suspended in the interest of safety.

BREAKING: Jessica reports live from Edward Waters University, where police are investigating a bomb threat. All on-campus activities have been suspended during the investigation. A total of 6 historically black colleges & universities including, EWU, Bethune-Cookman, Howard, and others, have received similar threats.

Alicia reports that prosecutors have reached plea deals for federal charges against 2 of the 3 men convicted of murdering Ahmaud Arbery. Hearings scheduled for 10am today should reveal more details, as a judge must approve the deals for Gregory McMichael and Travis McMichael. The 3rd defendant in the case, William "Roddie" Bryan, is not included in the current plea deal.

Simon looks at the UN Security Council meeting today, likely to be "punchy" as all eyes turn to Russia consolidating forces along the Ukraine border. Russia, meanwhile, protests that NATO is responsible for escalating tensions by manufacturing scenarios and threatening violence, so they're just being cautious.

Blair looks at the latest in the Russia/Ukraine tensions, as the UN Security Council meets to address the issue for the first time. Meanwhile the US House & Senate continue to advocate sanctions vs Russia in the event of military action.

David Nolan talks about Dr. Robert B. Hayling, the man hailed as the father of the St. Augustine Movement which had a significant impact in the signing of the civil rights act.

Brent follows up on the latest Jaguars head coach plot twists. The Broncos got Hackett, the Bears got Eberflus, so why haven't the Jags signed Leftwich? And what do the Cardinals have to do with it? Also, we'll find out this weekend who is playing in the Super Bowl!

Jared reports on names from President Biden's "short list" of potential Supreme Court Justice nominees to replace Justice Breyer.

Feature on the music featured in the Tales from Yellowstone Tour

Brent reports on the latest Jags drama. All signs pointed to Byron Leftwich as the next head coach for the Jaguars, but things seem a bit less certain today. Is it just due diligence, is there another viable candidate, or are there unresolved demands? Here's what we know now. Get all the latest on Action Sports Jax 3-6p on ESPN 690!

Jared takes a look at the impact of a new SCOTUS justice appointment, and how the days of bipartisan endorsements of justice nominees are likely a thing of the past. Opposition, if any, to Biden's nominee are not likely to delay the appointment process, since a simple majority is required for confirmation.

The JMN crew break down some of the fun things going on around Jacksonville this weekend. Fun Runs, Arts Markets, Chili Cook Offs, Broadway, Comedy, Concerts, so much going on!

Blair looks at the upcoming change to the Supreme Court, as President Biden will nominate a replacement for the retiring Justice Breyer. Biden campaigned on a promise of appointing a Black woman to the Supreme Court, and his nominee is likely to be approved since only a simple majority of support is required in the Senate.

Jared reports on US preparations for a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine. US Troops are on high alert for logistical NATO support deployment, and President Biden has threatened swift and severe economic sanctions in the event of an incursion.

Brent updates us on the Jaguars search for a new head coach - has the choice been made? Signs are pointing to Byron Leftwich, recently OC of the Bucs and former Jags QB (2003-0206), as the next top cat.

Senator Rick Scott joins JMN to share his thoughts about developments in the Ukraine, the national economy, and more.

Blair looks at the potential of a universal coronavirus vaccination, as the pandemic continues with new variants that don't respond as effectively to previous therapies. Vaccine skeptics, though, argue that the virus is now endemic and energies would be better spent on recovery protocols.

WOKV's Lucia Viti profiles Morris Bendit, a holocaust survivor, in honor of this year's Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Jared looks at where and how NATO might deploy troops, and what roles US troops might serve in, if diplomacy fails to prevent an engagement between Russian and Ukraine. US Troops remain on "high alert" currently.

Eben reports on the FDA withdrawing emergency use authorization for monoclonal antibody therapy, instead requiring confirmation that patients suffer from specific types of coronavirus that have been confirmed as responsive to this type of treatment before it might be authorized.

Blair looks at the diplomacy efforts in use attempting to de-escalate tensions about Ukraine developments, and clarifies potential US troop usage in non-combat roles if NATO goes forward with military force deployment.