Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

PRESIDENTS BUDGET - *New this morning* the White House announced it will release the President's Budget for the coming fiscal year. His proposal aims to strengthen medicare and social security while reducing the federal deficit by nearly 3 trillion dollars during a 10-year period. It comes as lawmakers are up against the clock to pass another six spending bills by March 22nd.

Alexus reports on the memorial service and "celebration of life" for the late Betty Holzendorf, remembered for her years of service as an educator and legislator.

FOX News Radio's Jimmy Failla is performing two shows on his "Everybody Calm Down" tour this weekend at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall! Tickets are still available for the 5pm show at PVConcertHall.com or Ticketmaster.com. And be sure to welcome him to WOKV with FOX ACROSS AMERICA weeknights 6-9pm starting Monday!

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues as President Joe Biden delivered a raucous third State of the Union address, one that could be among the most important speeches he gives during his presidency as he turns toward reelection. The GOP response was a similarly heated campaign positioner, hitting on hot topics likely to be major talking points leading to the November general election.

As the Florida legislative session winds down, John looks at the last-minute business in the works, including a state budget and the revised children/social media legislative proposal.

Action News Jax Meteorologist Corey Simma joins JMN with a deep dive into the weather forecast and what it might mean for the Monster Jam Saturday night (bring a poncho!) and The Players coming up next week (bring sunscreen and a hat).

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Ryan recaps the State of the Union and GOP response, and what's next in the long campaign season leading up to the November general election.

It's International Women's Day, and Jud Heussler of Easy 102.9 and The Big Ape 95.1 shares how you can celebrate the women you admire and who inspire you. Today on the air, enjoy music from your favorite female artists and bands, with special guest DJ's including Mayor Donna Deegan. This evening, bring the family to Springfield's Main Street Food Park and celebrate International Women's Day with u...

WOKV recognizes Sgt. Zachary Cox of the Clay County Sheriff's Office in this week's First Responder spotlight.

Easy 102.9's Toni Foxx and @ElainEatsJax talk about the latest in cafe culture in Jacksonville.

Rain or shine, drivers are ready to "tear it up." Logan reports from The Bank in advance of this weekend's Monster Jam.

CDC REPORT MELATONIN - More adults use the sleeping aid melatonin to help fall asleep. However, new research by the CDC found thousands of infants and young kids were sent to the emergency room in recent years after ingesting melatonin. The report found at least half of those ER visits involved products that looked like gummies or other chewable candies.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues as Alexus shares details about early voting for the Florida primary.

Linsey Read, driver of the Lucas Stabilizer monster truck, is one of the drivers for this weekend's Monster Jam at The Bank on Saturday! Saturday! Saturday! Get your tickets now for the Pit Party, the main show, and to meet Linsey and the drivers of other trucks like Megalodon, Grave Digger, Kraken, and more!

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the State of the Union speech tonight provides an opportunity for President Biden to present goals and achievements of his administration, while the GOP response is sure to serve as a platform for critique and alternative goals. Hear complete coverage of the SOTU address and GOP response starting at 9pm tonight on WOKV.

Good times are rollin'...rollin'...rollin' in the River City this weekend! CollectiveCon returns for all your anime, sci fi, comics, gaming, and general nerdiness pleasures, including appearances from Frodo & Samwise themselves! Wash down the fun at the San Marco Beer Fest, then Saturday! Saturday! Saturday! Take in the thrills and noise and vehicular stunts with the Monster Jam! Is comedy your th...

Logan reports on resident concerns about plans to bring a new ethanol chemical plant to Fernandina Beach.

SOTU PREVIEW - President Biden will appear before the nation tonight to deliver his State of the Union address. It comes after a big super Tuesday win. The President is expected to tout his economic achievements, safeguarding of women's reproductive health, and standing up for America's allies overseas.

Alexus reports on the ongoing investigation into a Merrill Road hit-and-run collision a month ago, that took the life of 6-year old Crystal Levy.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Sam looks at the dominant wins by Trump and Biden in their respective Super Tuesday primaries. The dominance in the Republican primaries lead to the inevitable end of Nikki Haley's 2024 presidential bid, as she becomes the last major GOP challenger to drop out of the race against Trump.

WOKV analyst Rick Mullaney looks ahead to the challenges Biden and Trump face moving toward the November election, including public support issues, court issues, and for Trump the potential VP candidate. The State of the Union address presents the next major Biden campaign agenda.

Roz White, who stars as Tina's mother Zelma Bullock, joins JMN to share details about the show, the story, and the evolution of Anna Mae to the iconic Tina Turner. The show runs through this weekend at the Jacksonville Center for Performing Arts' Moran Theater, and ticket are available through the FSCJ Artist Series.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Chris Chambless from the Clay Co. SOE office joins JMN to look at election integrity. Chambless explains how voting data is tabulated and protected, the transparency to the process, and the cooperation between counties. He also offers expectations on turnout for this year's primaries and general election.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues as Ryan recaps the Super Tuesday results. Trump dominated the Republican primaries, leading to an expected end to Nikki Haley's campaign with a formal announcement later this morning.

Alexus reports on parental responses to a Guardian Program suggestion that would train and arm teachers with firearms in schools. The responses follow a workshop presented by the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office several weeks ago, in support of a statewide program proposal.