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Simon reports on refugees leaving Ukraine, many finding their way into Poland, with the influx disrupting local economies. Meanwhile, Western sanctions against Russia are having the desired crippling effect on Russian trade, as funding resources are eliminated and the Russian rubel declines in trade value.

Emily Turner takes a look at road rage during the pandemic, its surprising frequency increase, and what legislators haven't done about it! Hear the whole story tonight at 5:45 on Action News Jax!

Jessica reports on a police presence in the Beach Blvd/St. Johns Bluff vicinity, where indications are that there was a potential wreck and/or shooting. One vehicle, with bullet damage, is being towed. More information will be shared as the story develops.

Blair reports on the DC response to Russia invading Ukraine, as President Biden and other leaders discuss additional diplomatic and/or punitive responses. Biden is also preparing for the SOTU address tomorrow. Meanwhile, Ukraine and Russian diplomats will meet in Belarus.

Rich Jones interviews Jared Halpern as Jared explains the sanctions on Russia and the impact they may have.

Rich Jones interviews Blair Miller in Washington on The Ukraine request for US Arms shipments.

Rich Jones Interviews Simon Owen of Fox News on the Russian Sanctions and diplomatic options.

Blair reports on the geopolitical response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, as President Biden meets with the G7 this morning. Later today, Biden is expected to announce additional "sweeping" sanctions in a national address.

Jared reports on the "sweeping" new sanctions President Biden will apply against Russia, and the escalatory impact they can have. Congress is expected to introduce their own sanctions against Putin/Russia next week.

Simon reports on the geopolitical responses to Russia invading Ukraine, and the economic consequences that will affect Europe and the rest of the world. Domestically, some impacts are already being felt in the increased prices of fuel and in certain material supply chains.

Blair reports on the latest Washington DC responses to developments in Ukraine. President Biden vows to "hold Russia accountable," and is expected to address the nation today, confirming additional "severe" sanctions on Russia plus other response plans.

Former UN ambassador and National Security Advisor Nancy Soderberg joins JMN to offer critical analysis of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Rep. Waltz joins JMN to discuss the developing war in Ukraine, as diplomacy efforts with Russia have failed to stop an invasion.

Jared looks at what's next in the Russia/Ukraine developments, as the US prepares a second round of Russian sanctions.

Tenikka Hughes looks at the side effects of COVID-19, and how long they may last. See the complete report on Action News Jax tonight at 5:45pm!

Kirstin reports on President Biden's sanctions against Russia over the Ukraine invasion. Biden vows that sanctions will escalate if the Russian invasion escalates.

Simon reports on the latest Russia-Ukraine developments, including the Ukraine president's mixed response of thanks to the nations who have interceded with sanctions on Ukraine's behalf, and criticism that the sanctions haven't been severe enough to deter Russian incursion as Russian troops have moved across the country's border.

Alicia reports from Brunswick on Ahmaud Arbery Day activities this 2nd anniversary of his death, and reactions to the guilty verdicts delivered yesterday on federal hate crime charges against the three men convicted for his murder.

Jared reports that the US has agreed to work with Germany to obstruct Russian service from the Nord Stream 2 pipeline, in response to Russian military engagement with Ukraine.

Rick Mullaney joins JMN to look at today's Special Election for a City Council at-large seat. Polling suggests that Duval County is now a "purple" county, with neither party/candidate holding a major lead, in what is expected to be a close race between Nick Howland (R) and Dr. Tracey Polson (D). WOKV will have full election result coverage starting at 7pm tonight.

Blair reports on the latest DC response to Russia/Ukraine Developments. President Biden is expected to announce new sanctions, but this isn't a sufficient response according to some in Congress.

Jared looks at the Biden/Putin summit, and the conditions for it to even happen, as diplomatic efforts to prevent military action between Russia and Ukraine continues.

DEVELOPING: Jessica continues to follow the search for a missing teen in St. Johns County, as multiple agencies consolidate search resources. .

Blair reports on the latest Russia/Ukraine developments, and the pending meeting President Biden agreed to, pending Russian compliance to certain terms.

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