Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

It's an extended holiday weekend, so we're firing off the weekend spotlight early. Speaking of firing off, the holiday fireworks start tonight after the Jumbo Shrimp game! Celebrate all things comic books and costumes at the First Coast Comic Con at UNF's Herbert Center. And this is your last week to catch a movie at Sun Ray, as they close down their 5 Points location Saturday night. Get a full ru...

MOTHERHOOD PENALTY - A new Bankrate study shows working moms make roughly 30% less than working fathers and is the main driver of the gender pay gap. Candice Cole is live in Washington with more on how the unequal burden of caregiving and household duties is contributing to moms losing out on half-a-million dollars over the course of a 30 year career compared to dads.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as former President Trump's lawyers are pushing to have his recent criminal convictions thrown out after yesterday's Supreme Court decision regarding "Presidential immunity." WOKV's Samantha Manning looks at how likely the judge might be to overturn the recent verdicts, and also looks at President Biden's campaign fundraising tour after last week's debate.

Congratulations to local swim star and friend to the Cox Media Group stations, Morgan Ray, as he will be part of Team USA for the 2024 Paralympics in Paris. CMG radio personality Matt Ray, Morgan's dad, joins JMN to discuss his son's success and the upcoming adventure.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as WOKV political and legal analyst Rick Mullaney recaps yesterday's Supreme Court decision regarding "Presidential immunity," what ambiguities it leaves to the lower courts' determination, and how the decision impacts former President Trump's existing charges.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as WOKV's Jared Halpern looks at recent fundraising efforts between Presidential candidates, and their post-debate campaign schedules.

Alexus reports from Mayport, where the USS Mason returns home after a 9-month deployment including multiple combat engagements.

SPECIAL EDUCATION FUNDING - More children around the nation are qualifying for special education than ever before, according to new federal data. The number of students ages 3–21 who accessed special education services increased to nearly 7.5 million students during the 2022–23 school year. However, reports show nearly one in five public schools reported last fall that they weren't fully staffed i...

Brian joins JMN to share thoughts on yesterday's controversial "Presidential Immunity" decision from the Supreme Court, and shares opinions on President Biden's performative capacity.

What do Taylor Swift and Wisp the Kitten have in common? Wisp is the Spokes Kitty for Rags to Riches Animal Rescue in Tampa, and she wants you see Taylor Swift in concert... BUT, there's a catch. Rags to Riches is doing a fundraiser, with tickets going to a randomly drawn winning ticket holder! Visit Rags To Riches Animal Rescue on your favorite social media (Insta, FB, TikTok) and you'll see a li...

You've heard of people renting out their houses ... but what about people renting out their POOLS? It's a bigger business than you might expect, and Chandler Morgan has the details about the opportunities & the responsibilities involved! Hear all the details at 5:45pm tonight with Action News Jax on CBS47 and FOX30.

In developing news, a teenager was shot in an officer-involved event in Utica NY over the weekend. Former PIO Lt. Steve Hauck, ret., of the Utica Police Department, joins JMN to address details of this developing story.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as President Biden's family encourages him to stay in the race for a 2nd term, despite public speculation that maybe another Democratic party candidate should be considered. In other DC news, the Supreme Court term wraps today, with a decision expected on the case of former President Trump's claim for "Presidential immunity" to prosecution as it pertains to his...

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as The Supreme Court is expected to release their final decisions for the term today. Among the remaining decisions is the case regarding claims of "Presidential immunity" in response to former President Trump's alleged attempt to overturn the 2020 election results. WOKV's Nicole D'Antonio has the latest update.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Kirstin Garriss looks at some of the takeaways from last night's Presidential debate. Key issues addressed included the economy, immigration, and foreign policy, along with assorted personal attacks, and ... golf handicaps?

Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh joins JMN, with a detailed look at this weekend's forecast.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues with WOKV political analyst Rick Mullaney joining JMN to share thoughts on the good, the bad, and the ugly from the first presidential debate, and how last night's showings might impact the party agendas and conventions on both sides.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues after the first presidential debate, as Ryan looks at reactions to the respective candidates' performances and where their parties may direct campaign efforts moving forward.

Adam Chaskin from the Jewish Community Alliance joins JMN to discuss plans to renovate and expand their campus starting on July 8. The expansion project will add more than 15,000 square feet of additional space with a new two-story building, allowing more services to the community, including education, community outreach, recreation, health/fitness, philanthropy, and more. Visit JCJAX.ORG to learn...

As Ron Salem's term as President of the City Council concludes, he reflects on highlights and achievements during his tenure, and looks toward the city's future growth and opportunities.

Chandler Morgan has this week's update of what's new and what's happening "Around Jax"

Ben Becker is back with this week's recap of recent restaurant inspections.

WOKV's First Responder of the Week is Marine Deputy Brooks Morrell of the Clay County Sheriff's Office, after rescuing capsized boaters over Father's Day weekend.

COVID MATERNAL HEALTH IMPACT - A new study by Children’s National Hospital shows that babies born to mothers under high stress during the COVID-19 pandemic may experience increased anxiety later in life. Candice Cole joins us live from Washington with more on the impact of maternal stress during the pandemic on infant brain development.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Brian Kilmeade shares his thoughts on the first Biden/Trump presidential debate.