Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Clark shares his thoughts about distracted driving! When you’re behind the wheel, keep your attention on the road, not on your phone, or your dashboard screens or doodads!

Mike McCormick from the Florida Poison Control Center joins JMN to share details about this weekend's Drug Take Back event. If you've got old or unused prescription meds to get rid of, or old bottles of OTC drugs (like old aspirin, Advil, Tylenol, Nyquil, allergy meds, etc.) - or things you don't want to go into detail about - you can turn them over, confidential and no questions asked, for proper...

Shellie Taylor, Nothing Bundt Cakes, and Lindsey Pessia, Child Cancer Fund, join JMN to announce their "Round Up" fundraising total. $8,836 was raised, and WOKV will "round up" to $9000. All donations go toward supporting families in the Jacksonville community who are battling pediatric cancer. If you would like to donate, visit CHILDCANCERFUND.ORG, and support those businesses that support CCF by...

Ryan has the latest on the government shutdown, as Sen. Thune says there will be a measure introduced to pay essential government workers, forcing Democrats to take action. It still won't address the healthcare subsidies issue or affect "reopening" the government though. Meanwhile, White House renovations continue as the Trump Ballroom construction project moves forward - to much criticism.

Lots of fun stuff going on this weekend. Starting tonight, you've got The Dirty Heads playing at Daily's Place. Tomorrow & Saturday, the Jax Symphony presents Bewitched Broadway, with all sorts of Halloween-esque musc. Saturday night? It's Rocky Horror at the Florida Theatre! Spooktacular continues at the Jacksonville Zoo! And the Sea and Sky Air Show at Jacksonville Beach is ON for this weekend -...

Jonathan Savage reports on a number of overseas headlines. European nations are joining the US in applying sanctions against Russia, in the hopes that economic pressure might persuade Vladimir Putin to back off of hositilites against Ukraine. Putin's response? Train Russian troops for nuclear attack scenarios. Over in North Korea, they're running missile tests ahead of President Trump's visit to A...

Clark has a SCAM ALERT – scammers are using social media promotions for fake stocks to steal your money. Always, ALWAYS, do your due diligence before you invest in anything.

Jacksonville University President Tim Cost is transitioning into a new position as University Chancellor. He joins JMN to explain how this move reflects JU's growth and evolution, creating new opportunities for leadership initiatives as he moves from a student-focused service role to an administrative-focused role.

Adam Chaskin with Jewish Community Alliance joins JMN, to discuss the Mideast peace plan, its local imfluence and impact, and what gives him hope that circumstances will continue to improve. One way people can respond locally is through Together Against Hate summits coming up in November. Visit JCAJAX.ORG or TOGETHERAGAINSTHATEJAX.ORG for more information.

The government shutdown continues, after GOP senators met with Trump yesterday. Ryan reports that two votes are expected today - another vote on passing the Continuing Resolution funding, and a separate vote for a bill on paying certain federal workers (TSA, air traffic controllers, military personnel, and federal law enforcement staff on that list). Meanwhile, the Arizone state's attorney has sue...

Jimmy Failla checks in with thoughts on current events, like the HGTV Extreme Home Makeover - White House Edition. Would the US public have done better with "No Bob The Builder" protests rather than last weekend's "No Kings" events? Whether the Trump Ballroom addition endures or not, people will be talking about it -- just like Jimmy is. Hear more with Jimmy Failla on Fox Across America weeknights...

Jonathan has the latest on Vice President Vance's visit to Israel, where he is meeting with Israeli officials in an effort to advance peace processes from President Trump's 20-point plan.

Clark looks at retirement investments, and explains why investing in overseas opportunities is part of a good strategy.

Breaking News: A pardoned Jan 6 rioter, Christopher Moynihan, has been arrested for making threats to "eliminate" NY Rep and Minority House Leader Hakeem Jeffries.

Jonathan reports on VP Vance's visit to Israel, in the hopes of inspiring political stablization after a weekend of escalated violence. Additionally, he updates details on the investigation of last weekend's heist of French crown jewels from the Louvre.

Clark says 1 in 4 of us will become caregivers for our parents. Talk to yours now to learn what care they’ll want, what insurance they’ll have, plan for expenses, and make advance preparations.

Logan Johnson, an undergraduate at Flagler College in St. Augustine, contributor to Flagler College's newspaper The Gargoyle, and founder of their chapter of Students for a Democratic Society, was a speaker at last weekend's "No Kings" demonstration in St. Augustine. She has proposed that Flagler College formally decalre itself a "sanctuary campus," opposing ICE and DHS activities on campus and of...

Last weekend marked the 2nd "No Kings" Demonstrations of 2025, in response to certain policies and practices of the Trump administration. Thousands particpated in local demonstrations, and millions participated nationally. Suzanna Pavelle, of Indivisible St. Johns County, is one f the organizers of last weekend's No Kings Protest in St. Augustine. She joins JMN to share details from the event, inc...

Ryan looks at the ongoing government shutdown, as both parties posture to not look like they're giving concessions to the other. At 20 days to date, this is now the 3rd longest government shutdown in US history, behind a 21-day Clinton administration shutdown (1996), and a 35-day Trump administration shutdown (2019).

Jonathan has the latest updates on the Gaza peace negotiations. Weekend violence resulted in the death of two Israeli soldiers and allegedly dozens of Palestenians, marking the bloodiest day of violence since (this latest version of) peace talks began. Israel says they are now enforcing the peace agreement and relief aid for Gaza has resumed; but with both sides accusing the other of violating the...

Clark has a warning about saving your 401K money. If your company offers you a chance to invest in private equity – buyer beware!

Ronald McDonald House Jacksonville shares its plans for its latest partnership with Vystar Credit Union to bring teddy bears to families in need, along with more fall and winter events coming up. Megan Weinstein with Ronald McDonald House Jacksonville and Kemal Gasper join WOKV's Benjamin Fridkis.

It's Day 17 of the government shutdown. Ryan has the latest on efforts to reconcile issue differences in the Senate, while the House continues to put off swearing in the newest Arizona Representative.

Eben reports on the latest developments in Gaza, as the peace agreement tenuously endrures (?) despite delays in the return of hostage remains.

Melissa Gillispie of JWB Cares, and homeowner Latesha Jones, join JMN to discuss the "Welcome Home Fund" housing initiative. JWB Cares is offering $20k assistance for first-time homeowners in the Northeast Florida area. Visit JWBCARES.ORG to learn more.