Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Jared reports on this week's campaign events prior to the Iowa caucus Monday. Between Christie dropping out, the Haley/DeSantis debate, and a live Trump Town Hall, the caucus will show if all this made a difference in candidate selection.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues as WOKV political analyst Rick Mullaney, Director of the JU Public Policy Institute, looks at the hits and misses of the latest GOP candidate debate before Monday's Iowa caucus.

Festival Executive Director Gregory Von Hausch joins JMN to share details about this year's St. Augustine Film Festival, running today through Sunday (Jan 11-14). The emphasis is on female film makers, screening 35 films from around the world, and events will include panels, parties, celebrity guests, and more. Visit StAaugFilmFest.com for tickets and information.

The number of law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty last year dropped by nearly 40 percent compared to the previous year. This is one of the findings released today in a new report from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund today. It shows many officers were killed by gunfire and in traffic-related accidents. Others died from long-term health issues related to the str...

Alexus reports that NWS confirmed an EF-0 tornado in Bartram Park during Tuesday's severe weather. Fortunately, no one was hurt, though there was damage to a number of homes and cars due to uprooted trees.

Logan reports on a proposed city bill aimed to increase sports tourism by drawing NCAA sporting events to Jacksonville.

Samanatha looks at the impeachment hearings targeting Sec. of Homeland Security, orienting on border security and a variety of allegedly related challenges he has failed to address.

Jared looks at tonight's GOP Debate, Trump's live town hall counterprogramming, and Iowa caucus coming up Monday Jan 15.

Mark joins JMN and looks back at yesterday's storm and ahead to tonight's GOP Debate for First Loser, how soon DeSantis should stop hurting his own future chances at a Presidency, Trump's "Immunity Defense," and other topics that might come up in today's "Whatever You Want Wednesday" edition of the Mark Kaye Show, noon to 3pm!

Joathan reports on the latest and largest Houthi rebel attacks on Red Sea trade routes, in an attempt to impede ships headed to Israel. US and UK military ships are in the area offering support and protection, including the Mayport-based USS Mason and USS Carney.

MAYORKAS IMPEACHMENT INQUIRY - Happening today, House Republicans are taking aim at Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and his leadership. GOP lawmakers on a key committee accuse him of implementing policies that have “caused and perpetuated this immigration crisis.” This comes all amid a record flow of migrants crossing into the U.S. in recent months. Ahead of this hearing, Sec. Mayor...

Logan reports on storm damage in the Bartram Park area, following yesterday's severe weather.

Alexus reports on an incident on Macapa Road yesterday, where first responders found two inured men; the first was transported to the hospital, the second was pronounced deceased on scene.

Comedian Pat McGann headlines the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Sat Jan 20, and he joins JMN this morning to share stories from his current tour, performing at Madison Square Garden, and bracing for frosty Winter weather in Chicago right now with dreams of a Florida Beach on the horizon...

Jared reports on Sec. of Defense Austin resuming his duties after delayed reports of his ICU hospitalization. In other DC news, Trump has formally filed his "Presidential Immunity" appeal against Jan 6 charges.

Today, both the House and Senate are back in session, and one of the first priorities is trying to avoid a partial government shutdown later this month. Over the weekend, leaders from both parties announced a possible agreement. It would provide $886 billion in defense spending and $704 billion for domestic programs. The plan also includes $20 billion in cuts from the IRS, plus $6 billion cut from...

Alex reports on JEA preparations in advance of the severe weather expected to pass through the area later today.

John covers the upcoming Florida legislative session, that convenes tomorrow, as Gov. DeSantis's attention is divided between Florida matters and the Iowa caucus next week.

Jared looks at Biden's campaign trip to South Carolina, where he will again address the January 6h incidents and Trump's alleged responsibility for it; meanwhile in DC, Congress resumes session with an annual budget bill on deck.

Curtis Dvorak, aka "The Wildlife Wanderer," joins JMN to share new events and developments you can enjoy at Jacksonville's phenomenal zoo. And of course, as a former Jaxson de Ville mascot, he shares some memories and thoughts on the Jaguars.

HIGH CREDIT CARD DEBT - Credit card debt remains high into the new year. Not only are more people carrying a credit card balance from month to month, more than half of them have been in debt for at least a year, according to a new Bankrate survey out this morning. One of the most common causes for debt – day-to-day expenses. Experts say this habit can make it more difficult to pay down debt. We br...

Alexus reports on the latest Jax Beach Urban Trail planning developments, as residents protest the city's intention to develop walkways in the curbside right-of-ways. The Jax Beach City Council meets today at 530pm to discuss this matter.

Alexus reports on renovation plans that will impact traffic on & off the St. Augustine Bridge of Lions. The plans will be presented at a City Commission meeting tonight at 5pm.

Kirstin updates YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage, recapping dueling Town Hall events between Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis, as the two stump for support before their Jan 10 debate and the upcoming primary season.

Jared updates YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage, as President Biden kicks off his re-election campaign with a speech in Pennsylvania today, reflecting on the 3rd anniversary of the Jan 6 events.