Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

The 9th annual WOKV Careathon supporting the Child Cancer Fund is this Friday. All donations stay in the Jacksonville community, helping families during their childrens' cancer treatments. You can donate now, or in the days coming up challenge your friends and co-workers to match donations. More details abut ways to donate are available on WOKV.com!

Princess has an update on the Englewood shooting story, as police have confirmed that the incident had multiple shooters, and two persons have been shot. JSO is continuing to investigate the incident, and WOKV will provide updated information as it becomes available.

Many Black women nationwide face discrimination in the workplace because of their natural hair and other protective styles. That’s why women are working to pass the CROWN Act at the state and federal levels. The legislation stands for “Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair” and it prohibits race-based hair discrimination in the workplace and education because of hair texture or pro...

Princess is on the scene of breaking news from the Englewood are, where reports of a shooting have drawn a heavy police presence.

Princess reports on a tragic child drowning incident in Spring Park yesterday.

Jared joins Rich to discuss the Supreme Court's decision to end Affirmative Action.

Karla joins JMN in studio to talk about the Care-athon next Friday, July 7th 2023

"Bidenomics" is the White House campaign theme du jour, emphasizing economic policies and progress in an effort to improve critical opinions of the Biden Administration.

Heading into the 4th of July Holiday Weekend, lots of fun stuff going on in the 904 area! Among our picks: For family fun, check out the Illuminights Summer Spectacular at the Jax Zoo! Dave Koz & Friends take the Florida Theatre stage for a jazzy, sax-y good time! Over at the Terry Theatre, rock out with Red Corvette's tribute to Prince! And of course there are fireworks galore all over the city f...

Emily reports on why your favorite beer may soon cost more, AND taste different! Hear the full story on CBS47 & FOX30 Action News Jax at 5:45!

It’s that time of the year again when fireworks are on display for the 4th of July holiday on the National Mall and across the country. But these explosives are also linked to thousands of injuries every single summer. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), injuries from fireworks jumped by 25% between 2006 and 2021. This includes some deaths each year as well. Today, fed...

Logan reports on a national beaches safety study, that identifies Jacksonville Beach as one of the most dangerous beaches in the country, coming in at #7 on the top 10 list. Panama City Beach ranked #1 nationally, with a total of 7 Florida beaches in the national top 10. Safety issues include such hazards as hurricanes, shark attacks, rip currents, and other criteria.

Logan reports on the new security system being implemented in DCPS, where a safety/alert notification is just a button press away.

Princess reports on a solar eclipse research project at UNF, where a team of faculty and students are working on high altitude sensors to be deployed on research balloons. The balloons will collect atmospheric data during upcoming eclipses in October and April.

Logan reports on a new school security and alert system coming to DCPS, but there have been some issues raised with this system's performance in a prior installation in another market.

Jared reports on recent SCOTUS opinions, including the 6-3 opinion that North Carolina's state supreme court has the authority to overrule state legislated partisan gerrymandering. North Carolina's republican party had argued in favor of "independent state legislature" theory, an argument that was popular (albeit unsuccessful) in republican objections to the 2020 national election results.

Mark Kaye joins JMN to review the hot political topics! Trump and DeSantis campaign against each other...but with the same campaign? And with the IRS whistleblower stirring the pot, is there more trouble ahead for Hunter Biden, or will he be able to keep his nose clean? Tune in for this and anything else you want to talk about! Its "Whatever You Want Wednesday" on the Mark Kaye Show, noon to 3pm!

Alexus reports from Fire Station #75, a new JFRD facility in Hyde Park. Mayor Curry will be on site for the grand opening later this morning. JFRD has additional new facilities opening on the west side and the north side of town soon.

Princess reports on the Emerald Trail "S-Line Rail Trail," Jacksonville's first urban trail adapted from old railway routes, where Groundwork Jacksonville and Swisher will announce new initiatives later today. The Emerald Trail is a 30-mile long system of foot and bicycle paths. connecting multiple Jacksonville neighborhoods, parks, and waterfronts, with Downtown Jacksonville.

Nearly 60% of people with health insurance nationwide say they experienced a problem when using their plan in the past 12 months. That’s according to recent findings from KFF, formally Kaiser Family Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on health policy. The report evaluated consumer experiences with major types of health coverage such as employer, Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act’s market...

Alexus reports on the opening of brand new Fire Station #75 on Firestone Road in Hyde Park. Grand opening ceremonies happen later today. Additionally, new fire station facilities are being built on Lenox Avenue in the Westside, and Harts Road on the Northside.

Princess reports from the Jacksonville International Airport, where holiday travel has increased this year despite higher ticket prices. Yesterday saw thousands of national flight delays due to ATC staffing and regional summer storms, so travelers are advised to check in early and check their flight status often.

Princess reports from JIA, where holiday weekend travel is already underway but not without some delays. To avoid some airport hangups, travelers are encouraged to register on the TSA app. Nationally, some airports are limiting traffic due to available air traffic controller staff.

Jared reports on a Biden Administration plan to expand high speed internet access throughout the US and its territories, arguing that this is an important infrastructure standard supporting business, education, government, and private citizen use interests.

Alexus reports on a population survey, assessing a count on homeless people in Downtown Jacksonville so appropriate resources and services (food, clothing, shelter, medical care, counseling, etc.) can be allocated.