Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Evan Donovan has the latest update on a warrant-service gone wrong in Charlotte NC, that resulted in 8 law enforcement officers being shot, 4 of them fatally - including a US Marshall and a Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department officer.

EMERGENCY BRAKING REQUIREMENT - The U.S. Department of Transportation (NHTSA) announced plans to update safety rules and reduce vehicle and pedestrian crashes. Starting in 2029, car manufacturers must make automatic emergency braking standard in vehicles. It’s part of the Department’s National Roadway Safety Strategy to reduce the number of deaths on the roads. Nicole D’Antonio joins us live in Wa...

Curtis Dvorak, the Wildlife Wanderer at Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens, joins JMN to discuss the Botanical Bash underway now! When you think Jacksonville Zoo, don't forget the Gardens! Come enjoy some Art in the Gardens and a special Mother's Day Brunch over Mother's Day Weekend! Visit them online at JacksonvilleZoo.org for more information and tickets ... and coming soon, ILLUMINIGHTS!

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as despite their checkered past, Trump and DeSantis met over the weekend, burying the proverbial hatchet and agreeing to cooperate politically. at least for fundraising purposes, and maybe more. Meanwhile, despite his criminal trial currently underway in NYC, recent polls still show strong support for the former president.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the Biden administration is admonishing China's support of Russia against Ukraine, while China denies overt military support, saying they're just helping out with technology. What Russia DOES with that technology, well, that's on them...

SOCIAL MEDIA MENTAL HEALTH - From cyber bullying to privacy concerns, a NEW report highlights how social media continues to impact our youth, specifically teen girls. The report by UNESCO finds teen girls are exposed to negative gender norms amplified by social media that can impact not only their well-being, but their career choices down the road. According to new data, girls may even become less...

Action News Jax's Robert Grant shares details on "zombie homes" in the Jacksonville area - what they are, how they affect neighborhood property values, and what the City of Jacksonville is doing about them! Hear the whole story tonight on Action News Jax at 5:4pm on CBS47 and FOX30!

Alexus reports on a court hearing for Kaylyn Lowdenslager, on charges related to a fatal wreck in February.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as former President Trump's "hush money" trial continued in NYC, while at the same time a team of Trump attorneys argued for his claim of "absolute immunity" from prosecution for events during his Presidency before the US Supreme Court, in an effort to undermine charges against Trump for election interference and potential insurrection charges tied to January 6...

Action News Jax Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh joins JMN with a look at the weekend forecast and how that will (or won't!) impact your weekend plans, particularly if you're headed to the "Opening of the Beaches" this weekend!

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as President Trump's claims of "absolute immunity" from prosecution were argued before the US Supreme Court . Justices deliberated the scope of immunity, distinctions between personal vs Presidential actions, and looked at the implications their decisions might have on future Presidencies. This decision will affect several pending trials against the former Presi...

Alexus follows up on the sentencing trial for Patrick McDowell, after his 2021 murder of Nassau Co. Deputy Joshua Moyers. A jury voted 11-1 in favor of the death penalty, and a final sentencing date will be set. Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper made his support of the jury recommendation clear.

Chandler Morgan has this week's update on what's happening Around Jax!

Action News Jax's Ben Becker has this week's edition of the Original Restaurant Report!

WOKV's First Responder of the Week is Officer Shane Jarman of the Jacksonville Beach Police Department.

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FOOD RECALL CONCERNS - Food recalls reached their highest level since 2020, according to a new report. U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG Education Fund) found there were more than 300 food recalls in 2023, the highest since 2020. The outbreaks sickened more than 1100 people. Nicole D’Antonio join us live in Washington with details on what the report found and the top problem with food safe...

Alexus reports that the jury returned a death sentence recommendation for Patrick McDowell, for the 2021 murder of Nassau Co. Deputy Joshua Moyers. The sentence was not unanimous (11-1), but a recent change in Florida law only requires 8 jurors for a death sentence. The judge has taken the jury's recommendation into consideration, and a final sentence is pending.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as arguments will be heard today in another Supreme Court case involving former President Trump. This one stems from the criminal charges he faces for allegedly trying to overturn the 2020 election. Trump's attorneys argue that he is *immune from prosecution"... Justices will deliberate on what that assertion even means, and whether or not Presidents are above t...

It's another fun-filled weekend in the 904! .. and 342! (Still not used to that.) You can enjoy some draft day fun tonight at The Bank, or celebrate Elton John's music with the Yellow Brick Road tribute, Malivai Washington's inaugural Smoothie King Cup pickleball tournament happens this weekend! The "Opening of the Beaches" is underway with all sorts of fun, including a silent disco! And there's a...

Action Sports Jax's Brent Martineau joins JMN to look at this weekend's NFL Draft, where the Jags have a 1st round pick at #17 tonight, plus 4 additional picks through the first four rounds. What do we need? What will we get? Will there be trades? Catch all the excitement tonight starting at 7pm on FOX30, and if you want to get into the fun personally head over to the Draft Day Party at The Bank!

The US Supreme Court hears arguments about former President Trump's self-proclaimed "complete immunity" for actions he took during his Presidency. This is Trump's primary defense argument against charges related to the January 6th insurrection, and prosecution of those charges in court has been suspended pending this review.

Mike McCormick from the Poison Control Center joins JMN to discuss National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. It's this weekend (Saturday, April 27) and many people don't know where or how to safely dispose of expired or unneeded prescription drugs. Mike has the answers of where you can turn in medications for safe disposal -- don't just toss them in the trash or flush 'em down the toilet! For more...

Action News Jax's Annette Gutierrez looks at the rise of dog attacks, and what areas of town are seeing the most events. Hear the full story tonight at 5:45 on Action News Jax on CBS47 and FOX30.

Action News Jax's Annette Gutierrez looks at the rise of dog attacks, and what areas of town are seeing the most events. Hear the full story tonight at 5:45 on Action News Jax on CBS47 and FOX30.