Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Michelle joins JMN to share information about funeral and memorial services for former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, who passed this weekend at 96.

Alexus reports on recurring incidents of vandalism, as someone keeps slashing resident's car tires at Belle Rive Club Apartments.

CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST – WOKV RADIO MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2023 METEOROLOGIST COREY SIMMA The WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 8 TODAY: Mostly to Partly Sunny, Brief Shower. High: 80 TONIGHT: Mostly Clear. Low: 60 TUESDAY: Partly Sunny, Showers Late. High: 82 WEDNESDAY: Mostly Cloudy, Scattered Showers. High: 70 THANKSGIVING: Partly Cloudy & Cool. High: 69 FRIDAY: Cloudy, Scattered Showers. H...

Kirstin Garriss reports that a Colorado judge is expected to decide today whether or not Donald Trump is eligible to appear on the state's Republican primary ballot. The challenge alleges that his role in the January 6th events in DC meets the standard of "engaging in insurrection," and if so then the 14th Amendment would make Trump ineligible to hold public office. If the decision goes against Tr...

Every week, WOKV recognizes a First Responder of the Week, nominated by the community for their service and contributions. This week, Steven Puskas from JFRD as our First Responder of the Week.

Ryan looks at the Ethics Committee investigation report on George Santos (R-NY3), who faces possible expulsion from the House of Representatives. Santos has announced that he will not seek re-election.

Action News Jax's Chandler Morgan updates what's new and fun around Jax this week.

Brent looks at the Titans-Jags matchup this weekend, where both the Jags ' offense and defense are seeking redemption after last weekend. The Jags are ranked top 5 vs the run, and Travis Henry's season has been "meh," so the opportunity is there. Meanwhile, Friday Night lights shine on some local HS football matchups, Hear more with Brent & Friends on ESPN 690 3-6pm tonight!

Alexus reports on the St. Johns County Clerk's Office hosting a National Adoption Day Ceremony today at 10am.

Ben Becker is back with this week's edition of the Restaurant Report.

Loneliness is an epidemic according to the surgeon general. Loss of connection to others is as detrimental to your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. One of the most vulnerable to a sense of loneliness is young people, especially as social media continues to influence mental health. In response, Dr. Vivek Murthy, the Surgeon General, is going on a nationwide “We are Made to Connect” college to...

Alexus has more information on St. Augustine's Nights of Lights holiday event, as the 30th anniversary of this area tradition kicks off Saturday evening.

It's all about coffee & doughnuts, and small plates, with Easy 102.9's Toni Foxx and @ElaineEatsJax

Logan reports on 911 call audio and crime scene photos released regarding the drive-by shooting that took the life of 13-year old Prince Holland, as he returned home from football try outs in 2022.

WaterWalk Jacksonville opened their doors on November 15 in Deerwood, blending the best of an upscale extended-stay hotel for visitors, and long-term (90+ day) rental apartments. The property boasts 126 rooms – 76 fully furnished ‘STAY’ units and 50 ready-to-furnish ‘LIVE’ units that range in size from studios to two-bedroom spaces both with and without balconies. 60% of the 'LIVE' apartment units...

Alexus reports on the St. Augustine Nights of Lights holiday attraction, that kicks off with a holiday market and tree lighting ceremony this weekend.

Logan reports on the dedication ceremony for a new Fallen Soldiers Monument at Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena. The ceremony is today at 11am.

WOKV's Kirstin Garriss looks at a variety of recent polls that show Nikki Haley overcoming Ron DeSantis, as they spar for the #2 position among GOP presidential candidates. Trump still maintains a dominant lead in polls as the Iowa caucus and the New Hampshire primary loom on the horizon.

Colleen Rodriguez, Exec. Dir. of Jewish Family & Community Services Jacksonville, joins JMN to discuss adoption services, the number (and age ranges) of children locally waiting for a "forever home," and she addresses common concerns that are raised among adopting parents.

Ryan looks at the funding approval that passed the House & Senate to keep the government funded for now...kicking the can into 2024, where funding will become an issue AGAIN...Meanwhile, another Freedom Caucus tantrum on the House floor stranded GOP appropriation bills AGAIN, bringing their work to a halt anyway and starting their holiday vacation early.

The JMN crew gathers together to highlight some of the events happening this weekend in the 904. At the Center for Performing Arts, you can enjoy Cirque Dreams: Holidaze in the Moran Theatre. The Jax Symphony Movie Night presentation of Home Alone, with a live soundtrack, lights up Jacoby Hall. Over at Daily's Place, get your goth party on with Ice Nine Kills and In This Moment. At the Florida The...

Logan reports on the Starbucks strike for the right to unionize, happening nationally (and particularly at the UNF Starbucks locally). This demonstration for workers' rights coincides with "Red Cup Day," one of Starbucks' busiest retail and promotional days.

New this morning -- the US public interest research group put water beads on their annual 'Trouble in Toyland' report. The tiny beads - marketed for sensory development - can grow to 100 times their original size. The consumer product safety commission warns they're behind more than 78-hundred emergency room visits...and at least one death. We cover the new report and how lawmakers here in Washing...

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.