Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Logan reports on a history of violent and criminal incidents at or near the Huron Sophia Apartments on Sophia Street, including a shooting yesterday that sent several people to the hospital.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Biden and Trump both claimed overwhelming victories in yesterday's primaries, but Jared explains that some people still got to demonstration their "protest votes." Meanwhile, ongoing violence in Gaza impacting some aid workers and resources continues to add pressure to President Biden to ensure a cease-fire.

Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox performs Friday night at the Florida Theatre. WOKV's Chase Bunker spoke with vocalist Tatum Langley about their process of song selection, adaptation to jazz styles, and how the performances take on a life of their own in front of live audiences. Hear the complete interview in the ON DEMAND library!

Logan reports on a new "affordable" housing development in St. Johns County. But is it really "affordable"?

Alexus reports on the proposed merger of Duval County schools R.L. Brown and R.V. Daniel. In a meeting yesterday, the Duval County School Board opted to delay the merger until the 2025 school year.

FUNFLATION SURVEY - The price of a good time is higher than ever before and now some Americans are willing to charge it their growing credit card debt. Some analysts are now calling it “funflation” as the costs for concerts, restaurants and flights remain high after the pandemic. A new Bankrate survey out this morning shows that more than a third of adults are willing to go into debt to for a leas...

Logan reports on a so-called "affordable housing" development in SJC, intended for essential workers' budgets. Less than half of the units in the new development will be available for those making up to 120% of the county median income, though. Per the SJC Chamber of Commerce, only 3% of ALL the housing in the county actually falls within the intended budget.

SPOTLIGHT - Dr. Mullaney breaks down the significance of the Florida Supreme Court ruling that privacy laws do not protect abortion rights, overturning a decades-long precedent. A legislative measure to overturn new Florida abortion restrictions is on the Florida ballot for this year's election. Another ballot measure to allow recreational marijuana use is also scheduled to be on the ballot, and b...

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Jared explains why some states continue to hold primaries despite all but certainty as to who the presidential candidates will be. Meanwhile, those candidates (President Biden and former President Trump) continue to shore up support among their bases, promoting their agendas toward hot-button issues like abortion rights, border control, and more.

SPOTLIGHT - Dr. Binder looks at controversial ballot issues, as voting for abortion access terms and for recreational marijuana use will be on this year's election ballot.

BALTIMORE BRIDGE ECONOMY - It’s been a full week since the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed and shut down the port of Baltimore indefinitely. This closure is already impacting national trade and soon it may affect your wallet directly too. That’s because this is the top domestic port for cars and a major hub for wood, furniture, sugar and the list goes on! We break down growing economic impact o...

Alexus reports on a Duval County Schools vote tonight on the issue of consolidating R.L. Brown and R.V. Daniel students into a single school.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will compete in four presidential primaries tomorrow. It's a contest that's now less about winning delegates and more about carrying the states in November. Samantha Manning tells us what we can expect tomorrow, with particular attention focused on key issues in the Wisconsin primary.

Alexus updates the story of a deadly shooting in the Duclay neighborhood off Townsend Road in Jacksonville's west side, where a family dispute escalated into a fatal shooting, leaving the shooter's father and younger brother dead, and his mother wounded.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as President Biden is headed to Baltimore to address the Francis Scott Key Bridge tragedy and its impact on trade and commerce infrastructure. Meanwhile, additional primaries are still underway to shore up primary party bases, while the major candidates are essentially uncontested at this point.

TAX PREPARER SCAMS - The deadline to file your taxes is in two weeks and scammers are trying new ways to get your return. We’re talking about “ghosting” tax preparers. The IRS warns these dishonest scammers try to make to a quick buck by promising you big refund but they’re aren’t qualified to file your taxes. Then after you pay them for services, you often don’t hear from these fake tax preparers...

Alexus reports on a Jax Beach City Council first reading of a proposed moratorium on permits for special events, intended to prevent large public gatherings in response to the multiple shooting events on St. Patrick's Day weekend.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Samantha Manning recaps President Biden's NYC fundraiser. President Biden went after Donald Trump (but not by name!) at his New York City fundraiser on Thursday, where he was joined by former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton. The event was interrupted by protesters several times, calling for a cease-fire in Gaza. The US did not participate in last wee...

Meteorologist Corey Simms joins JMN with a deep dive on the Easter Weekend forecast. Whether you're headed to the beaches for Sunrise Services this weekend, or you're headed to the church of baseball's Opening Day shenanigans with the Jumbo Shrimp tonight, this looks like a great weekend to get outside!

Chandler Morgan has this week's update on what's new and what's changing in Around Jax!

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as there are some big ticket items on the DC agenda. Next week, the Senate will receive impeachment articles against DHS Secretary Mayorkas, and the House will take up another Ukraine aid bill. Meanwhile, President Biden raised some $25 million in a NYC campaign event featuring former Presidents Clinton and Obama. and other celebrity guests.

WOKV's Chase Bunker talks with AJ McLean of the Backstreet Boys, who shares stories about wild tour experiences, and when he chose to embrace sobriety. McLean performs with N*Sync's Joey Fatone this weekend at the Florida Theatre. Hear the complete interview in the WOKV On-Demand podcast page.

Logan updates the story of Duval County Schools consolidating RL Brown and RV Daniels, moving all students to RL Brown for the next school year.

WOKV's First Responder of the Week is Lt. Chauncy Masons from the Nassau County Sheriff's Office.

A familiar brand for folks from Rochester NY is now available in Jacksonville, as this week's FLBL segment profiles Salvatore's Pizzeria!