Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

THU – Clark talks about Trump Accounts. They are confusing. They won’t have the same tax advantages as 401K’s or Roth IRA’s, or grow as quickly. Your kids will have to pay A LOT of taxes on them some day. So should you add YOUR money into them? No! But if YOUR EMPLOYER offers to add money into them -- Yes, take it! Because free money is still free money.

Action News Jax's Ben Becker reported on dsicovering text messages where Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico says JEA board member Arthur Adams is being replaced (potentially by Paul Martinez) because “I owed a big favor to a friend.” The message has raised issues of integrity,transparency, and possibly outright corruption if JEA Board appointments are not made in the public's best i...

Jeff has the latest updates on Day 5 of the latest "partial government shutdown." The DHS funding showdown drags on as Senate Democrats block funding over ICE reforms. Congress's next scheduled votes are not until next week, and the State of the Union address is next Tuesday, so it's likely that part of the government will still be shut down when President Trump addresses Congress and the US.

Tonya reports on tributes to the late Rev. Jesse Jackson, who passed away Feb. 17 at 84. His legacy includes advocating civil rights and progressivism starting with Dr. King in the 1960s. He continued advocating civil rights and social justice into recent decades, and had two presidential candidacies. WOKV will share memorial details as they become available.

In our weekly edition of Headlines & Punchlines, Jimmy shares thoughts on Mayor Mamdani;s NYC wealth tax, Trump's name going on more buildings -- and what building Jimmy's name should be on! Laugh more with Jimmy Failla on FOX ACROSS AMERICA weeknights at 6pm!

Students at Patriot Oaks Academy in SJC are learning about a 12-year-old student's fatal injury in a motorized bike collision yesterday. Dr. Christine Cauffield, CEO of LSF Health Systems, discusses the role grief counsellors are playing as they meet with students at the school today, helping them cope with the traumatic loss.

Eben has the latest updates in the search for Nancy Guthrie - including results for glove DNA analysis, and searching for Guthrie's pacemaker signal. While no suspect has been identified yet, the Guthrie family has been eliminated from suspect consideration.

Jonathan follows up on a big day of international talks in Geneva, between the US and Iran over nuclear resources, and between the US, Ukraine, and Russia over ending their war.

WED – Clark talks timeshares, also known as vacation clubs, or interval ownerships. Whatever they’re called, Clark says they are traps! They’re expensive, they charge junk fees, and they’re hard to get rid of. Protect yourself and don’t sign up!

Legendary comedian Jeff Foxworthy joins JMN in advance of his April 23 show at the Thrasher-Horne Center in Orange Park. He reflects on 40 years of comedy, the rising stars that make him laugh, who would be on HIS Mount Rushmore of Comedy, and how comedy transcends social and political barriers. Visit THCENTER.ORG for tickets.

Mike Work from the Florida Forest Service joins JMN to share details about local fire risks within the area due to extreme drought conditions, and how fire services are prepared to address issues. He also has tips for homeowners to prevent fire risks in your own yards. Visit BEWILDFIREREADYFL.COM for more information!

The partial government shutdown continues, and will likely continue until at least next week when Congress returns. Tonya looks at which DHS-related agencies are impacted.

Erick shares memories of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson and actor Robert Duvall, high profile personalities at opposite ends of the political spectrums who both passed this week. He also shares thoughts about Sen. Mark Kelly as a presidential prospect, what's going on with the partial government shutdown, and more. Hear more every afternoon with Erick Erickson from noon to 3pm.

Today is a big day of diplomacy talks in Geneva. Peace talks continue between Ukraine and Russia (with the US "mediating") as the 4th anniversary of their ongoing conflict approaches. In another nearby building, American and Iranian diplomats discuss Iran's nuclear ambitions.

TUE – Clark talks taxes. Thanks to tax reforms last year, you’ll probably get a larger refund this year. It’s “found money.” Don’t rush out to spend it though – it’s a great way to pay down credit card debt!

MON – Clark talks about restaurant gift cards. It’s a tough time for the restaurant industry, and lots of them are closing. If you’ve got restaurant gift cards, Clark says you should use them soon!

Over the weekend Tesla made autopilot in cars a subscription only service. What had previously been an $8000+ price markup, is now a $99/month option -- with all the conveniences and concerns that artificial intelligence driving entails.

Tenikka reports on a new real estate trend, where more property owners are opting to become landlords and rent extra properties rather than trying to sell them off. What factors are influencing this Rise of the Landlords"? Hear the full story TONIGHT at 545pm on Action News Jax on CBS47 and FOX30.

Steve Leathers, of Transwestern Real Estate, joins JMN to share details about the property sale, what impact it may have on medical services and resources available, and how the property could grow.

Eben has the latest on the search for Nancy Guthrie. Savannah Guthrie offers a new plea for the return of her mother, while investigators are searching for a DNA match from a recovered glove. Additionally, rescuers are combing the area in hopes of pinging a Bluetooth connection to Nancy's pacemaker.

At the Munich Security Conference wrap-up, Sec. Rubio spoke, addressing an American/European partnership. His tone wasn't as rude or aggressive as VP Vance's speech last year, but did continue pushing firm agenda goals from President Trump. European leaders, skeptical after many of Trump's threats and assertions over the past year, acknowledged their intent to move from "overdependence to independ...

The UF Proton Therapy Institute celebrates 20 years of service in Jacksonville, and today's Good News features Toni Renna from The Villages. A lung cancer diagnosis, and a recommendation from a friend, saw her seek treatment through the UF Proton Therapy Institute. She remembers rinigng their atrium chimes when she finished her treatment, and now three years later she shares her story of great car...

Every weekend, the JMN crew looks at some events happening in the Jacksonville area you might enjoy. While America's Race is happening in Daytona, the REAL thunder is with Micro League Wrestling at That Bar at the Arena tonight! If touch is your love language, feel the love when the Jacksonville Icemen take the ice against the Savannah Ghost Pirates. Nothing says love like a hockey fight, right? N...

Ryan reports on the latest partial government shutdown taking effect this weekend, as DHS funding remains unresolved after Congress is unable to reach "a deal" of funding in echange for policy revisions.

Chase Robinson joins JMN to share updates on ongoing unsolved crimes that your tip could help resolve, including a fatal hit and run in Oak Hill. Your tips to First Coast Crime Stoppers are always anonymous, and could result in a cash reward. If you have a tip to share, call 866-845-TIPS or **TIPS.