Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Jeremy Ratliff discusses GA/FL game contract up for renewal with Jessica Barreto.

Ben Becker discusses why so many dog bite cases are not prosecuted in Florida.

Jared Halpern discusses the Governments crackdown on junk fees being charged to consumers.

Jessica Barreto updates on RV City atmosphere prior to the FL GA game this weekend.

Jared looks at the Pennsylvania debate with Dr. Oz and John Fetterman, who are vying for a spot in the US Senate.

Chase Bunker and Michael Binder discuss the current voter climate based on recent poll results from the UNF Public Opinion Research Lab, and what impact, if any, the recent Crist-DeSantis debate might have on the upcoming election.

Blair reports on recent poll results showing economic concerns as a hot issue among voters, coinciding with a focus of many GOP campaigns and suggesting GOP success in the upcoming elections.

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...