Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Jake joins JMN to talk about the state legislation on high THC hemp products and how it was passed on the promise that it would be used for industrialized products such as rope. He also talks about the Senate and House spending bills

Ryan joins JMN to talk about the bill that President Trump has put into place which could include Medicaid, cuts to balance the $7 trillion dollar debt, among other things.

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Ken joins JMN to talk about the changes coming to the Regency Square Mall after it had been purchased by Blackwater Development and they are reimagining it and will call it The Nexus at Regency.

Brent joins JMN to talk about the start of the Masters in Augusta, GA. This is the 89th Masters tournament to take place.

Ryan joins JMN to talk about the 90 day pause on tariffs that President Trump has placed on numerous countries and also how China is still pushing back on the tariffs placed on them after Trump put a 125% tariff towards them.

Rick joins JMN to talk about the tariffs being placed on China and how three years ago jobs were sent overseas which has impacted the economy. He also talks about some of the things that we need to do to fix the economy.

Jonathan joins JMN to talk about the continuing trade war and how China has retaliated on the 104% tariff that President Trump put on them by putting an 84% tariff on US products.

Emma joins Rich to talk about the 10th annual Charter Day of Service alongside JU's 91st anniversary on Friday, April 11th. Charter Day is a special occasion when students, faculty and staff step away from classrooms and offices to take part in a morning of service, volunteering with organizations throughout Arlington and Jacksonville.

Ryan joins Rich to talk about the tariff trade off between China and the US and how President Trump is not backing down when it comes to placing tariffs on China and he also talks about how the stock markets are being affected.

Finn joins Rich to talk about the Florida Gators winning their 3rd National Championship and also to talk about the different merchandise that is being sold at stores.

Kemal Gasper, Vice President of Community Engagement and Claire Chinn, Development Manager join JMN to talk about an event coming up on Saturday, April 26th. Its the McGala fund raising event to celebrate 1,500 families that the Ronald McDonald house serve.

Ryan joins JMN to discuss another day on Wall Street following the tariffs that President Trump put out last week as well as the bill that the Senate passed over the weekend.

Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh looks at the local forecast this weekend, as we start the Springtime up-and-down temperatures roller coast -- near record warmth as we go into the weekend, but temps are expected to drop to very pleastant low 70s next week!

Ryan reports on the latest fallout from Trump's "reciprocal tariffs" global trade war, as China countered with 34% tariffs on American imports, and global markets experienced dramatic investment losses. Domestic markets had their greatest single-day losses since 5 years ago, under Trump's stewardship during the pandemic. Locally, shrimp industry workers shared concerns about the cost impacts and p...

Chris Amenechi of SeatCash joins JMN to discuss innovations in providing travel transparency. SeatCash was formed by airline, banking, and fintech (financial technology) professionals with the purpose of dispelling travel myths and informing consumers about -actual- travel costs, the best times to buy tickets, travel route strategies, and more. Their goal is to provide an innovative travel shoppin...

It's 10 days of fun. emtertainment, and agriculture at the Clay County Fairgrounds. Starting today, the 2025 Clay County Agricultural Fair is on. Executive Director Tasha Hyder joins JMN with the details on this year's exhbiits, events, concerts, and of course all the midway attractions. The Fair runs through April 13.

WOKV political analyst Dr. Rick Mullaney looks at the Trump tariffs, and the arguments favoring and opposing their use and impact. It will take time to see what influence they will have on long term political, economical, and trade relation consequences.

Dr. Lindsay Wolf, from the JU Keigwin School of Nursing, joins JMN to detail a 20-month fast track MSN program designed around modern clinical and technological resources. The program is oriented toward filling experienced nursing and administrative needs as demand on qualified health care providers increases.

Ryan looks at the fallout from President Trump's so-called "Liberation Day" tariffs announced on friend & foe nations, contributing to drops in domestic and international markets. Many economists expect domestic retail price increases, as consumers are burdened by tariff costs. Some GOP legislators are crossing lines to join Democrats in opposing tariffs, preferring to protect American consumers a...

Chase Robinson from First Coast Crime Stoppers joins JMN, to share details on how an anoynymous tip lead to multiple arrests in the Breon Allen murder investigation.

Ryan reports on Rep. Cory Booker (D-NJ), whose 25-hour anti-Trump filibuster set a duration record, wrapping up around 8pm Tuesday night. While it's a longer stand at the podium than any before, it is questionable as to what (if anything) it accomplished. Meanwhile, President Trump's latest tariff announcements are expected today in a an event he is hyping as "Liberation Day."

Finn reports on the local impacts expected over the latest round of Trump tariffs to be announced later today. The automobile retail industry is expected to be heavily impacted, as prices on cars will rise dramatically. The ripple effect on this is expected to impact JaxPort and the Port of Brunswick, which see a lot of import vehicle shipping traffic.

Can't make it to a Jumbo Shrimp game? You can always catch them on ESPN690! There, you will hear Scott Kornberg, Director of Broadcasting & Media Relations for the Jumbo Shrimp, and he joins JMN to share details about this season's schedule and special events.

Food & Beverage Manager Gillian Bay joins JMN, and shares the importance of collaboration with local vendors like Azar Sausage, Intuition Ale Works, and preparing crowd pleasing concessions with fresh ingridients, freshly cooked. It's a new season, and a new menu at Vystar Ballpark with your Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp!