Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Alberto Destarac is a visionary - an ironic description, perhaps, given that he is blind. He is the first blind person to graduate from the US Naval Academy (2023), and in this interview he shares his experience transitioning from midshipman to entrepreneur, as blindness revealed a new career path.

Annette Taddeo - Dem. candidate for Florida CFO (vs Rep. Blaise Ingoglia, incumbent), joins JMN to discuss primary results, and key issues she is campaigning on in her bid to be the Florida CFO, including data center actual costs, state resource auditing (like costs for Alligator Alcatraz), and resident affordability issues (housing, groceries, etc.).

In modern politics, it seems as if scandals are essential to get awareness for candidate brands, whether it be about questionable ethics, questionable decisions, or sexual misconduct. Case in point -- California held a special runoff election to replace embattled former lawmaker Eric Swalwell, who resigned following allegations of sexual misconduct. FOX News's Tonya Powers is following the results...

Former SC Rep. Joe Cunningham – a member of the Pharmaceutical Reform Alliance - is advocating “most favored nation” legislation for US prescription prices. Affordability is a key modern issue, particularly for prescriptions, and using GLP-1’s as an example Americans are paying way more than most other countries. An XO from the President can be nullified – legislated savings are harder to deny, in...

State & Local Gov't Reporter Jake Stofan joins JMN with analysis of the Florida primaries, and tensions within the Florida Democratic Paty. Angie Nixon's victory over Alexander Vindman raises a number of questions -- will the FDP support a Democratic Socialist? While Nixon affiliated herslf with DSA, they have not officially reciprocated an endorsement. Is the Florida left shifting further left wi...

Kiev is under fire, as a Russian attack of drones and missiles has resulted in at least 16 deaths and multiple buldings damaged, including military resources, warehouses, and civilian aid properties. In other Russia/Ukraine news, President Zelenskyy's office is probed for corruption as his now-fired defense minister demands elections in war-torn Ukraine. Where do things stand? Meanwhile, President...

Tomorrow is the 12th annual Care-A-Thon, supporting the Child Cancer Fund. Join us starting at 5am and meet the kids and the families your donations help as they make their way through their cancer journey. All donations stay in the local community, as families get care through Nemours Children's Health. Visit CHILDCANCERFUND.ORG to donate.

Action News Jax's Zion Deoouteau reports on a dead body discovered under a Jax Beach pier. JSO is investigating.

THU – High gas costs are affecting used car prices. Clark looks at how this could save you a bundle!

The 12th annual Care-A-Thon to support the Chid Cancer Fund is this Friday. Stella is one of the kids facing pediatric cancer, and your gift to the Child Cancer Fund helps families like hers to fully concentrate on her treatment and recovery. Visit CHILDCANCERFUND.ORG and join us Friday & Saturday for the Care-A-Thon to make a difference!

The 12th annual Care-A-Thon to support the Chid Cancer Fund is this Friday. Zion is one of the kids facing pediatric cancer, and your gift to the Child Cancer Fund helps families like his to fully concentrate on her treatment and recovery. Visit CHILDCANCERFUND.ORG and join us Friday & Saturday for the Care-A-Thon to make a difference!

FOX News' Tonya Powers has the Tuesday primaries follow-up - as Democratic Socialists of America campaigns made more national headway, and she looks at the role soial media and viral videos play in successful campaigns -- often for little or no cost!

Blaise Ingoglia, the current and incumbent Chief Financial Officer of Florida, wins a susccesful Florida Primary campaign, advancing to the general election in November. He joins JMNID to discuss the campaign, and what's in store for Florida under his continued financial stewardship.

Iran and Russia are now making trheats against the UK (Iran for supoorting the US, and Russia over UK support for Ukraine). FOX News's Jonathan Savage looks at the public response to the threat posturing, and what this may mean in regard to a number of Iranian and Russian political and potential military engagements.

Jimmy offers a national perspective on the Florida primaries, as the Democratic Socialists of America demonstrate additional momentum with Angie Nixon's budget primary victory for US Senate candidacy. But can a socialist party succeed in a place like Florida, where a high immigrant population fled socialist Cuba? Maybe it's not a long term viability, but it's a success story for today. Meanwhile,...

Dr. Freeder joins JMN with analysis of the Florida primary results, which campaigns performed as expected, where internal party challenges are evident, and what issues resonated with voters. Among the interesting results - Byron Donalds' win, expected but not as dominant as anticipated with a Trump endorsement; and Angie Nixon's grass roots victory despite Alexander Vindman's overwhelming financia...

Former Florida House Representative Angie Nixon shares her thoughts after her primary win to become the Democratic nominee for the US Senate seat currently held on an interim basis by Ashley Moody. Her win came off a very tight budget, proving grass roots campaigning is still very effective.

Several states call for big changes to Instagram and Facebook as Meta child privacy/social media addiction trial begins.

WED – Clark looks at the Trump Accounts program for newborns, and why parents shouldn’t pass up this chance for free money!

Nuala O’Connor is an AI and technology expert who helps people navigate technological changes with clarity and dignity, specializing in child safety, privacy, cybersecurity, online safety, and the responsible of technology and data. Nuala holds an A.B. from Princeton University, an M.Ed. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center.

Major Matthew Weber & Sgt. Cody Purcell join JMN In-Depth to discuss Marine Corps recruiting, and the opportunities young adults may find in the Corps as they exit high school and start figuring out who they are and what they want to do with their life. Visit MARINES.COM or @floridageorgiamarines on Instagram for more information.

Erick joins JMN In-Depth to share thoughts about some current events, including the chaos and rhetoric surrounding the US/Iran conflict, Florida's primary elections today, and an upcoming appearance on HBO. Join Erick every day from noon to 3pm on the Erick Erickson Show on WOKV.

As voters go to the polls for Florida's primary election today, FOX News's Eben Brown looks at some of the key races across the state. WOKV will be updating results tonight after polls close at 7pm, and will have full results coverage tomorrow on Jacksonville's Morning News.

Jonathan reports on the latest developments in the US/Iran conflict, as another cargo ship was struck by a "projectile" resulting in at least one crew member's death. Despite President Trump's assurance that the US has the Strait of Hormuz "under control," Iran continues to negotiate trade route control with Oman, NOT the US. Trump has made specific threats against Oman if they "interfere" with US...

Jerry Holland checks in before primary voting starts today, with details of what voters can expect and what they need to bring for identification purposes. Regardless of party affiliation, there are items on the ballot for everyone to vote on. Polls close at 7pm tonight, and WOKV will be following the evening's election results.