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YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the Nikki Haley campaign is the center of some recent controversies. A Hailey Super PAC is funding an anti-Trump ad featuring clips of his rhetoric criticizing military servicemen, veterans, and POW's, including remarks recently made about Haley's husband, Maj. Michael Haley of the Army National Guard, who is currently deployed in Africa. In another incident,...

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as President Biden is forming a task force to oversee handling classified documents during Presidential transitions. While this is very much a horse-is-already-out-of-the-stable problem, the goal is to identify past vulnerabilities as to who might have access and handle documents, and establishing a secure chain of custody and storage for future transitions.

It's Valentine's Day. It's Ash Wednesday. Mayoraks got impeached. Then Suozzi flipped a House seat. So many things going on today! And you can talk about any of them, or anything else on your mind, as it's "Whatever You Want Wednesday" on the Mark Kaye Show noon-3pm.

CHANGES TO COLLEGE TESTING - There are big changes coming to the SAT when students take the test next month. In addition to changes with the test itself, the exam will also be completely digital for the first time. This comes as more colleges and universities are requiring test results for entrance into the school. The deadline to register for the March SAT is next week.

Alexus updates coverage of the Aiden Bonner manslaughter trial, as video evidence of him shooting victim Angel Glover aired in the courtroom.

Alexus reports on a fatal Murray Hill shooting last night. JSO is investigating what lead up to the events resulting in the 17-year-old's death. No suspect information is available yet.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as former President Trump is pressuring for changes in leadership of the Republican National Committee, endorsing Lara Trump (his daughter-in-law) as the new chair. Current chair Ronna McDaniel is expected to vacate her position after the South Carolina primary. Meanwhile, after much bipartisan rhetoric, posturing, and propagandistic Sinophobia targeting TikTok,...

Amanda Videll, Public Affairs Officer for FBI Jacksonville, talks about thus week's 'Be Smart with Your Kid’s Smartphone' event Thursday evening at Creekside High School in SJC. Learn about the risks and protections available for kids who use smartphones, social media, and/or games with messaging platforms. Real case information will be discussed, so discretion is advised. All are welcome to atten...

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues with a late night/early morning Senate session getting bipartisan support for a $95+ billion foreign aid bill for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, despite objections from Trump and GOP leadership.

FAFSA SUPPORT - After months of delays and technology glitches, the Department of Education announces new steps to help simplify the application process for students seeking financial aid and help colleges process records faster. This comes after colleges and universities were told they would likely not receive the FAFSA information until "the first half of March." Nearly 4 million forms have alre...

Alexus reports on a City Council proposal to allow the sheriff and other city officials to have a say on lawsuit settlements involving their respective agencies. This follows on the heels of a recent settlement vs. JSO that Sheriff Waters claimed to have no involvement with nor approval of.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as polls indicate many voters have concerns about President Biden's age and mental competency. Meanwhile, former President Trump has stirred up some controversy with recent comments about abandoning NATO allies if they didn't meet spending obligations, and with critical comments about the absence of Nikki Haley's husband during her recent campaign appearances. M...

Ryan previews this week's Congressional activity, as bills on foreign aid, border control, and another attempt to pass impeachment charges against DHS Secretary Mayorkas are the topical points on this week's House agenda.

Car Insurance Cost - The national average cost for car insurance skyrocketed 26% in 2024, to $2,543 a year according to a new report by Bankrate. The report shows inflation, extreme weather and high repair costs have all had an impact on rates. Unfortunately, analysts say it’s unlikely rates will dip again for the remainder of the year. Nicole D'Antonio is live from Washington with a deeper dive i...

Alexus reports on a special meeting of the Jacksonville Ethics Commission this afternoon, in response to proposed legislation that impact how the Commission operates. Mayor Deegan and Councilman Carlucci have both expressed concerns about the legislative adjustments.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as former President Trump picked up all the delegates after an all-but-uncontested Nevada Caucus. Nikki Haley did not participate, following an abysmal loss to "None of the Candidates" in the earlier Nevada Primary. A special investigation into President Biden concluded he will not face charges over possessing confidential documents, but an assessment on his men...

Brent joins JMN to discuss this weekend's Super Bowl LVIII - as the Kansas City Chiefs took to mark their dynasty ERAS with another victory, while San Francisco wants to show they are the irresistible force this season. Brent thinks the 'Niners will get it done, but Swifties of the world disagree. Who will win? We'll find out Sunday evening. Tune in for coverage starting at 2pm on ESPN690, or watc...

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as a special investigation into President Biden spurred by his possession of classified documents has closed, with no charges to be filed -- but an assessment of the President's cognitive state and faculties is meeting with White House criticism.

Logan shares details of SJC Sheriff's Officer body cam footage from the November shooting at Davis Park. The footage documents a police pursuit and shooting incident near a children's soccer tournament. The event resulted in one person (the shooter) dead, and another suspect in custody.

Alexus reports that Jacksonville funeral director Elliot Graham is expected to make his first appearance in court this morning. Graham faces multiple felony and misdemeanor accounts related to the treatment and disposal of human remains, insurance fraud, and more.

Ben Becker has this week's Original Restaurant Report

This week's First Responder is Ariana Perez of the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office.

A.I. ROBOCALLS - The federal government is taking new steps to try to crack down on deepfake technology. This week, the Federal Communications Commission approved a new rule that makes robocalls containing voices generated by artificial intelligence illegal. This comes as New Hampshire officials continue investigating AI-generated robocalls imitating President Biden’s voice to discourage from voti...

This week's local business spotlight is on SECOND WIND CIGARS on Hendricks Ave.

Logan updates the story of a shooting during a soccer tournament at Davis Park las November, that left one person dead and another in custody. SJC Sheriff's Officer body cam footage from the event is now available.