Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Ben Becker reports on a con man grifting people on car sales, and how victims might - or might not? - be able to get their money back. Tune in to Action News Jax tonight at 5:45 for the full story!

Blair reports that, despite inevitable failure, Chuck Schumer is pushing for a senate vote to pass abortion rights. It will not get the 60 votes to pass, nor would an attempted vote to discontinue the filibuster. The purpose of the vote, according to Schumer, is to show that Democrats are fighting for women's rights, and to get a formal record of support or objection.

Jared reports on the latest in Congressional funding of Ukraine aid. Bipartisan support to fund Ukraine aid is strong, but aid packages must be on separate bills for quick passage. Funding on domestic bills, though, is meeting with the usual party divides and delays.

Kirstin looks at President Biden's speech today, where he will discuss plans to reduce the impact of inflation on things like grocery prices, fuel prices, and rent increases. Meanwhile, Rick Scott is promoting an alternative plan to counter inflation by raising taxes on lower income families, the elderly, and other already financially-compromised groups.

Brian and Jeremy discuss President Biden's upcoming speech about plans to counter current inflation issues, and Brian takes a look at Ukraine aid packages. Hear more with Brian Kilmeade from 9am to noon on WOKV!

Action News Jax's Meghan Moriarty has the story of a woman who was once a teen victim of human trafficking. Hear her story, and how she has redirected that trauma into helping others prevent or recover from similar experiences. For the full story, see Action News Jax tonight at 5:45!

Jessica reports on the 1-year anniversary of the murder of Tristyn Bailey, and how her family and community keep her memory alive.

Jared talks about First Lady Dr. Jill Biden's visit to Europe, as she will be in Romania and Slovakia to encourage humanitarian support for victims of the Russia/Ukraine war.

Rick Mullaney joins JMN to review the week's fallout surrounding the SCOTUS leaked draft suggesting that the Supreme Court will overturn Roe v Wade. If there are no major changes between the draft and the final court opinion, the official version should arrive about 4 months before the mid-term election, completely changing the election campaign dynamics for both parties.

Kirstin reports that President Biden will be travelling to Ohio today, to speak on plans to grow manufacturing jobs nationwide and how job growth should offer some relief against inflation and supply chain issues.

Jared reports on the FED raising interest rates again, as the latest measure to try and stave off a recession after radical inflation.

Got plans for your Mother's Day Weekend? Once again, there are so many great things going on in the Jacksonville area that you could treat your Mom to! The whole JMN crew chimes in with some entertainment options, and of course shout-outs to the Moms!

Ben Becker reports on the ongoing concern of who is responsible for paying for the Acosta Bridge's lights? Ever since the Pride lights display last year, it's been an ongoing question between the city and the Florida Department of Transportation. Ben Becker follows the story at 5:45 tonight on Action News Jax!

Blair reports on another surge of coronavirus as hospitalizations rise again in 26 states. The FDA suggests annual immunization boosters, adapted as new variants are identified.

Jared looks at the fallout from the SCOTUS draft leak. White the Chief Justice confirmed that the draft was genuine, but not binding, and the Court would not be influenced or hastened in issuing their official opinion. Democrats, for all their posturing, lack the votes to pass any legislation on the issue.

Dr. Mark Caleb Smith joins JMN to give in-depth analysis of yesterday's primary in Ohio and the impact former President Donald Trump's candidate endorsement had. He also explores ramifications of the SCOTUS draft leak, and how this situation and the pending decision will be factors in the upcoming election season.

Action News Jax's Jake Stofan has the story of a daughter seeking justice for her mother, who died after a collision involving a drunk driver. Tune in to Action News Jax tonight at 5:45pm to hear the unusual twist to the story, and why the daughter feels justice has been denied.

Blair looks at the latest in the SCOTUS leaked draft story. The Court confirmed that the draft was genuine, and that a full investigation on the leak's origin would happen. The Court also reminded the public that the draft is not a binding decision. Meanwhile, legislators on both sides of the aisle have started posturing about codifying laws on the abortion issue. Currently, Dems lack the votes in...

Samantha Manning continues coverage as protests resume outside the Supreme Court, where a leaked draft suggests that SCOTUS will overturn Roe and Casey decisions and return abortion legislation authority to states, removing federal protections. So far, the Court has offered no official statement about the leak or its decision regarding the Mississippi case in question.

Jared looks at the SCOTUS draft, noting that the Court heard arguments for the Mississippi abortion law in question in December, and the leaked draft was prepared in February, as such it is NOT a binding decision draft, but an example of "work product," as Justices continue to debate the issues raised in the case. A final decision is not expected until June, and that decision may or may not be con...

Politico's leaked 98-page document alleging to be a draft of a SCOTUS decision overturning the Roe and Casey decisions has all eyes on the Court. We explore what we know about the draft, how the draft is being received in the political and public spheres, and what this means for recent abortion legislation in Florida and other states. Look for this to be a big talking point on all programs today a...

WOKV political analyst Rick Mullaney joins JMN to discuss the SCOTUS abortion decision leak. and its implications federally and locally. Besides begin a rare and egregious document leak in its own right, if this draft is genuine it starts what Mullaney describes as an "earthquake" of implications for the upcoming primaries and midterm elections. Currently, Politico's published draft has not been i...

Samantha Manning joins JMN, reporting live from outside the Supreme Court Building with updates on the SCOTUS abortion decision leak. News of the leaked decision has already drawn protests, but Justices have been known to change their final decision after composing drafts. The official SCOTUS decision is not expected until June.

Brian joins JMN to share thoughts on the leaked SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe v Wade, and on officially lifting the federal mask mandate on transportation (again). Hear his thoughts now, and tune in for more on these developing stories on the Biran Kilmeade Show from 9am to noon.

Jared checks in fresh off the White House Correspondents Dinner, where Trevor Noah got to make jokes about President Biden to Biden's face (Biden was in attendance) - can't do that in many countries! Jared also has an update about what's to come on the SCOTUS decision agenda as their current term nears its end.