Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Senator Rick Scott joins JMN to share his thoughts about developments in the Ukraine, the national economy, and more.

Blair looks at the potential of a universal coronavirus vaccination, as the pandemic continues with new variants that don't respond as effectively to previous therapies. Vaccine skeptics, though, argue that the virus is now endemic and energies would be better spent on recovery protocols.

WOKV's Lucia Viti profiles Morris Bendit, a holocaust survivor, in honor of this year's Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Jared looks at where and how NATO might deploy troops, and what roles US troops might serve in, if diplomacy fails to prevent an engagement between Russian and Ukraine. US Troops remain on "high alert" currently.

Eben reports on the FDA withdrawing emergency use authorization for monoclonal antibody therapy, instead requiring confirmation that patients suffer from specific types of coronavirus that have been confirmed as responsive to this type of treatment before it might be authorized.

Blair looks at the diplomacy efforts in use attempting to de-escalate tensions about Ukraine developments, and clarifies potential US troop usage in non-combat roles if NATO goes forward with military force deployment.

The FDA has withdrawn authorization for emergency use of monoclonal antibody therapy, forcing treatment sites to close with little or no advance notice effective today. Jessica reports on the local impact this has on patients seeking therapy, including those who were scheduled for treatment today.

Brian joins JMN to share his thoughts on what's happening in the Ukraine, the potential deployment of US forces to NATO ally countries in logistical support role, and his new Saturday night show on Fox News.

Jared looks at the US/NATO preparations in anticipation of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Blair looks at the latest developments in Ukraine, where a Russian invasion appears imminent.

Action News Jax's Robert Grant reports on a new twist in the JEA sales investigation, with new accusations raised by Jacksonville City Councilman Garrett Dennis.

Simon reports from London as the US-Russia talks in Geneva end. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov say that dialogues will continue in the future.

Kirstin reports on the March 4 Life in D.C. today, an annual rally and demonstration protesting Roe v. Wade. This year's demonstration might be different than previous years' events, though, as SCOTUS is once again evaluating abortion laws.

Jared follows up on President Biden's address yesterday, and the Senate votes that failed to pass either (1) filibuster reform, or (2) the voter rights bill. Despite the vote results, vote reform may still see some measure of advancement through executive order or revised legislation proposal.

There is officially NO EXCUSE to not get out and do something this weekend. Sports. Theatre. Movies. Concerts. Speakers. Brews. Lights. Dogs. Markets. Pop ups. The JMN crew has some of the area highlights to keep you entertained this weekend!

After several high-profile legislative defeats, including yesterday's failures to pass filibuster reform or voting rights bills, Blair looks at Democrat options for future legislation projects.

Alicia reports on the "Grumpy's" fire in Middleburg. The popular restaurant suffered from fire and smoke damage last night. Fortunately, there were no injuries and no adjacent businesses were impacted.

President Biden will likely use today's press conference as an opportunity to (try to) persuade any senators on the fence to support the issue of voting rights reform, as the Senate will likely vote on that issue tonight.

Rich Jones looks at the suspended curbside recycling program, what its suspension means to customers and to the landfill workers, and when/if recycling collection will resume.

Blair previews President Biden's press conference today, scheduled for 4pm this afternoon. WOKV will carry the event live.

BREAKING: Alicia reports from a collision resulting in a gas leak near Philips Hwy and Sunbeam Road. The HazMat team is responding.

Jared looks at the likely progression of the voting rights bills debate in Congress, which is to say that the bills are unlikely to progress between filibuster resistance from the Republican senators, and internal party inconsistency amongst Democrats, where Sens. Manchin and Sinema will not support filibuster reform.

Jessica has an update about a Mandarin apartment structure fire fire from earlier this morning.

Kirstin reports on what’s next for voting rights bills before the Senate. Today, the Senate is scheduled to debate two voting rights bills that Democrats say would make it easier for people to vote and reverse efforts by several states to limit ballot access. This comes after thousands marched led by MLK’s family through DC yesterday on MLK Day, calling on the Senate to take action on these bills.

BREAKING: Jessica reports on an apartment fire on the 11000 block of Old St. Augustine Road. Fortunately, there are no injuries associated with the fire, but Red Cross has been contacted to assist displaced residents. JFRD reports that the fire is under control, and the state fire marshal has been requested to inspect the scene.