Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Jared looks at election cycle debates, including the DeSantis-Crist debate in Florida yesterday, and the upcoming Oz-Fetterman debate in Pennsylvania.

Sean Freeder joins JMN to recap the DeSantis/Crist debate, and whether or not that moved the political needle on behalf of either candidate.

Kirstin looks at the impact of Hispanic voters in future elections, as studies indicate that Hispanics have become the largest minority in the United States. There have never been more eligible voting Hispanics than there are now.

Brian joins Jeremy on JMN to look at the Crist-DeSantis debate, and look ahead to tonight's debates in New York and Michigan. Get more with Brian every weekday from 9a-Noon on WOKV!

Jared looks at the potential impact of early voting on whether or not there will be a "red wave" in this election cycle. Meanwhile, President Biden has campaign stops in Florida and back to Pennsylvania before the official midterm election date.

Brent joins JMN to recap the latest Jags loss vs NYG, preview the London game vs. Denver, and preview the Florida-Georgia festivities that kick off this week. Hear more with Brent at 8am today on ESPN 690, and he's back again from 3-6p daily!

A nationwide review of math and reading scores shows how much the COVID-19 pandemic impacted learning loss. The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), also known as “the nation’s report card,’ tested hundreds of thousands of fourth and eighth graders across the country this year. It was the first time the test had been given since 2019, and it shows the larges average score decline in...

Jessica reports on early voting locations opening today for the 2022 midterm elections.

Jared report on Steve Bannon, who faces sentencing today for criminal contempt of Congress charges related to the January 6 House Committee.

Sgt. Bryan updates the multi-vehicle collision and vehicle fire that has the Buckman Bridge northbound lanes shut down this morning.

Cali Hubbard joins JMN to report on the shooting near Southern University in Baton Rouge. At least 9 people were shot during an overnight incident.

Blair reports on President Biden's student loan forgiveness program rollout. A federal judge dismissed multiple state lawsuits seeking to prevent the program.

Jared reports on President Biden's upcoming campaign stops through Pennsylvania ahead of the midterm elections. He should expect extra scrutiny about economic policies, in light of the UK Prime Minister Liz Truss's resignation due to their economic failures.

What to do this weekend? Jags host the GIants, 38 Special at the Florida Theatre, The NAS Jax Air Show featuring the Blue Angels Spooktacular at the Zoo, Murray Hilloween, family farms, crop mazes, all sorts of fun to be had this weekend in the 904! Check out the rundown in our Spotlight story, and leave an Open Mic telling us what you're doing this weekend!

Blair reports on President Bien's intention to release more of the US strategic oil reserve, and when (or if) consumers can expect to see a related cost adjustment at the pumps.

Jared looks at President Biden's proposal to free up more of the US crude oil reserve, in an effort to offset another surge in fuel prices after OPEC reduced production.

Eben reports on the one and only debate between Marco Rubio and Val Demmings, as they verbally sparred over a variety of topics in their efforts to sway undecided Florida voters.

Today, President Joe Biden will announce the release of 15 million barrels of oil from the U.S. strategic reserve as AAA shows the national average for regular gas hovers around $3.85. The White House says this effort will complete the 180-million-barrel drawdown the President announced in the spring. This moves comes less than 3 weeks away from the midterm elections with the economy and inflation...

Bill Austin joins JMN to discuss the Brazilian training ship "Brasil" (U-27) that will be making a port stop at Mayport today.

John Ward updates the cleanup and recovery efforts underway in Southwest Florida, as various state and federal agencies, law enforcement and first responder personnel, power and infrastructure crews continue in their post-Hurricane Ian efforts, which will be an ongoing process for months or longer.

Blair looks at the Student Loan Debt Relief program available from the Biden administration. The loan forgiveness application portal is available now, but the program faces challenges in court that may delay or deny the program's service.

Brian joins Jeremy on JMN to discuss President Biden's student loan debt relief program. Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show from 9a-noon!

Jared reports on "what's next" for the January 6 House Committee. At present, a subpoena is expected for President Trump's testimony. The Committee is working to have a final report ready by the end of the year - and possibly a preliminary report before the midterms.

Brent joins JMN to recap the Jags @ Colts game, as the Jags have another game to review for improvement opportunities. Join Brent on ESPN 690 from 8a-10a today and again from 3p-6p tonight!

Jessica reports on a Moncrief area shooting last night. Luckily, no one was injured. The shooter is in custody after an exchange of gunfire with police officers.