Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Logan reports on increased reports of car theft on particular brands and models, and what the manufacturers are doing about it.

Senator Scott joins JMN to discuss legislative plans for fighting America's opioid epidemic, a plan which is drawing bipartisan support and endorsements from many state sheriffs as a lynchpin of his 2024 reelection campaign.

Another busy weekend in the 904, and the JMN crew sounds off about some key events. Fridays are free at the Cummer Museum & Gardens, so get your culture on! Rock icon John Fogerty performs at the Amp, while another legacy rocker Jackson Brown is at the Center for the Performing Arts. Do you bleed teal for the Jags? There's a blood drive at TIAA Bank Field this weekend. And the First Coast Music Fe...

Jared reports on the Hunter Biden court appearance yesterday, where an expected in-and-out plea deal for tax charges and a weapons charge took an unexpected turn when the judge refused to approve the deal.

Logan reports on breaking news of a homicide on Winthrop Street, in the Phoenix neighborhood east of Springfield.

Alexus reports on the "Villages of Hope," a community of tiny homes intended for use in programs for survivors of human trafficking. The community is breaking ground on Jacksonville's Westside.

Logan reports on cyclist safety, as data reports for over 4000 bicycle-related crashes in Florida, with over 200 of them (including 5 fatalities) in the Jacksonville area.

Alexus reports that the Jacksonville Aviation Authority board is looking to add additional parking resources, including a new garage, with votes scheduled on the issue today.

Logan reports on breaking news, from the scene of an overnight shooting near the Cross Creek Apartments on Jacksonville's Westside.

Alexus reports on plans for increased parking availability at Jacksonville International Airport.

Samantha reports on a Congressional committee hearing on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (that's UFO's to you and me), complete with military veterans testifying on conspiracy theories and potential national security threats.

Mark Kaye joins JMN, with some thoughts on Hunter Biden, taxes, and whistleblowers testifying to Congress about UFO's. Yes, those UFO's. Or UAP's. Or whatever you want to call them. It's another "Whatever You Want Wednesday" on the Mark Kaye Show 12p-3p on WOKV!

Logan reports on the possibility of moving the Duval County jail out of the downtown area.

JUNK FEES IMPACT From concert tickets to credit cards to apartments, many of us have had to deal with those so-called junk fees. These are often hidden, unexpected charges attached to goods and services that can make the true price more expensive than you initially expected. Today, members of Congress are taking a closer look at how junk fees and other practices can hurt your wallet and the bottom...

Logan reports on changing health care providers for the Duval County jail. The change follows a reported increase of inmate deaths.

Samantha has our You Decide 2024 update, looking at changes in delegate awards as many states' republican parties want a winner-takes-all allocation. While former President Trump continues to lead GOP candidates in polls, the next closest polling candidate is Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, whose own campaign is restructuring their plans to close the polling gaps.

Adam Wade from 121 Financial Credit Union joins JMN, promoting the Back to School Supply Drive for Sulzbacher Village. To get involved, you can drop off school supplies at any 121 Financial Credit Union location, at the Sulzbacher Village, or use their Amazon wish list to have supplies shipped directly. On August 12, there will be a party with backpacks full of supplies distributed to kids. You ca...

Megan Hansson, YMCA Aquatics Director/SJC joins JMN to share safety tips to prevent drowning risks. You can find more information at WaterSafetyFlorida.org or your local YMCA, where they're always happy to provide safe swim lessons for you and your kids!

Jared reports on the latest in the Hunter Biden investigation, and updates which candidates have qualified for the Aug 23 RNC debate in Milwaukee.

Alexus follows up on the maintenance requests backlog at TIAA Bank Field. Some 3000 maintenance requests have been filed since 2021, and many of the pending requests affect food service areas, guest comfort facilities, and general infrastructure.

New this morning, the Biden Administration is announcing new steps aimed toward expanding access to mental health support nationwide. The White House says many people with insurance are more than twice as likely to have to go out-of-network and pay higher fees for mental health care than for physical health care. Part of today’s announcement would require health plans to evaluate the outcomes of t...

Alexus reports on the TIAA Bank Field facilities that need renovations. Over 3000 maintenance/repair requests were filed during the last season, including food service area requests, drainage requests, guest service resources, and more, and the needs become even more apparent when the facilities are compared to the shiny new Miller Electric Center.

Alexus reports from the new Miller Electric Training Center. All Jaguars players are expected to report to the new facility today, and training camp officially starts tomorrow.

As our You Decide 2024 coverage continues, Samantha reports on the 7 GOP presidential candidates who have qualified for the first RNC debate on Aug 23 in Milwaukee. It is not yet known who will actually participate, though. Frontrunner Trump has made his disinterest known, and polls show all the other candidates are far behind him.

George Baker from General Motors joins JMN to share important automotive safety tips to protect yourself and your car.