Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Ryan reports from Washington DC that two Congressional meetings regarding the recent Iran air strikes have been punted to later in the week, as cease fire details continue to develop and President Trump is away at the NATO Summit. Congress continues to work on Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," hoping to have it resolved through the Senate and House revisions by a self-imposed July 4 deadline.

Patrick Golemme, Director of School Safety and Youth Services, joins JMN to recap the past year's transition with CCSO taking over safety for Clay County Schools. He shares details on safety services training and youth activity programs.

CCSO Narcotics Sgt. Chris Faircloth joins JMN. He shares how their Hammer and Hope event led to dozens of felony arrests, lots of drugs getting taken off the streets, and the close relationship between CCSO and area rehabilitation program partners.

Clay County Emergency Director Timothy Devin, and Emergency Preparation Lieutenant Mike Layne, join JMN and discuss preparation resources and policies to protect residents during storm season and other potential high impact events. Sign up at ALERT.CLAYCOUNTYGOV.COM to learn about disaster resources available and tips to keep your family safe.

Assistant Chief Chad Ricks joins JMN, discusses the Summer Safety Initiative, and how crime and safety statistics have improved in Clay County over the past decade.

Deputy Matt Swartz, Traiing Coordinator for the CCSO, shares his career and personal history, from 20+ years in New York law enforcement, to working with Homeland Security, before joining the CCSO in 2022.

Jonathan reports from the NATO Summit in the Netherlands, where President Trump will be arriving later today. Among the hot topics on the agenda, the current conflict between Israel and Iran, Trump's intervention, the ceasefire arrangement (and apparent failure already), and more.

Ryan reports that a resolution about war powers restrictions remain in discussion in Congress, but what was supposed to be an Iran bombing recap meeting is now becoming a live update situation for Congress members, as the ceasefire respite between Iran and Israel has already ended.

Brian looks at the alleged cease-fire agreement between Israel and Iran that President Trump is taking credit for negotiating, which took effect last night. Israel is alleging that Iran has already violated it, though.

Rick Mullaney, WOKV political analyst and Director of the JU Public Policy Intstitute, takes a critical look at this weekend's bombing attack on Iran -- from political and strategic justifications, to potential consequences and resolution options.

Reporting from the White House, Jared explains how President Trump's "path to Yes!" for the bombing strike on Iran was much less drawn out than expected. And while the official reason for the strike was to deter development of nuclear weapon resources, the words "regime change" are on a lot of people's minds.

US Representative John Rutherford (R, FL-5) joins JMN to share reactions to the US bombing strike on Iran over the weekend, whether it elevates risks of retaliation to deployed troops in the area, and given Jacksonville's large military population, what preparations local law enforcement may make to prepare for potential retaliations.

Nancy Soderberg, former Ambassador, and current Faculty Administrator for Political Science & Public Administration (PSPA) at the University of North Florida, joins JMN with a detailed analysis of how the US bomb strikes on Iran limit that country's nuclear development resources, and how that impacts the region, and looks at the questions of how Iran in particular and nations in the Middle East mi...

Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh takes a look at this weekend's forecast, and how dry (and for how long) we will be next week!

Jared looks at Trump's suggested timeline for deciding if/when he will order US involvement in the Israel/Iran war, and if so to what extent.

Lots of ways to enjoy summer fun in the 904 this weekend, starting tonight at the Florida Theatre with the return of Classic Albums Live, performing Stevie Ray Vaughan's album "Texas Flood". At The Amp this weekend, Ringo Starr's All Star Band performs. You've got the Vilano Beach Art Walk, there's a Maker's Market at the Prime Osborn, and you can watch The Little Rascals on the big screen at the...

Ryan has the latest DC headlines, as President Trump considers using "bunker buster" bombs to destroy Iranian nuclear resources. In other news, Defense Secretary Hegseth faced Congressional scrutiny over defense budgets and domestic troop deployment justifications in hearings yesterday.

Jonathan has the latest on continued hostilities between Israel and Iran, with Israel claiming damage to a hospital from an Iranian missile. Domestically, Trump is considering whether to get the US directly involved.

Ryan reports on the latest DC headlines, including concerns of the US getting involved in the Israel/Iran war - whether that be in a supply/support role to Israel, or as an overt participant. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces another Congressional budget inquiry, and the Senate is making changes to Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill."

Jonathan has the latest on the escalating Israel/Iran war, as missle strikes continue. As President Trump injects opinions that Iran surrender unconditionally, Ayatollah Khamenei warns that American involvement will lead to "irreparable consequences."

USA Today's John Kennedy joins JMN to recap the Florida Legislative Session extension, and why it took so long for legislators to set a state budget.

Ryan reports on President Trump's aburpt exit from the G7 Summit in Calgary, and some cryptic messaging he posted relative to the Israel/Iran war. Additoinally, Ryan follows up on the latest developments regarding Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill", plus fallout from Sen. Mike Lee's weekend commentary on the assassination of a Minnesota legislator.

Brian joins JMN, with thoughts about Trump's early exit from the G7 Summit, and developments in the Israel/Iran war. Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show, 10am-noon!

Jared reports on the G7 Summit that President Trump will be attending in Calgary. Hot topics to be discussed will include the recent escalation of violence between Israel/Iran over Iranian nuclear program devlopment, plus the ongoing Israel/Hamas violence in Gaza, and the Russia/Ukraine war.

Lucas Meers, Director of JU's Sea Turtle Program, discusses World Sea Turtle Day and a new program of marine and sea turtle habitat conservation in partnership with Mickler's Landing Turtle Patrol. Did you know? -- Florida has the largest population of loggerhead sea turtles in the world, and many of them set up nests in Jacksonville area beaches.