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Ben Becker is back with this week's edition of the Original Restaurant Report.

Logan reports on the aftermath of an EF-1 tornado that left a 6-mile path of destruction across St Johns County yesterday.

If you have tickets for tonight's The Guess Who? concert at the Florida Theatre, know that the show has been cancelled for tonight. If you paid by credit card, a full refund will automatically be reissued. If you bought tickets at the Box Office, bring 'em back for a refund. There's still an opportunity to enjoy some great live music downtown with Jax River Jams though, so all is not lost!

There's something for everyone this weekend in Jacksonville, starting tonight with the Jax River Jams concert downtown at Ford on Bay. Bishop Briggs headlines a free show! Experience the classic opera Carmen this weekend with the Jacksonville Symphony. Looking for something more sporting? Learn all about curling at the Igloo! And if ice sports are your thing, The Icemen are home this weekend. So a...

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as days after saying that abortion policies should be left to the states, former President Donald Trump criticized an Arizona court ruling for upholding an 1864 law that banned nearly all abortions. WOKV's Kirstin Garriss looks at what exactly Trump is saying now, and how the Biden campaign is responding to Trump's most recent comments.

Jacksonville University President Tim Cost joins JMN to share details about JU's 90th Anniversary celebration, achievements over the University's history, and plans for its continued growth, integration into, and service to the Jacksonville community.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Jared recaps the US/Japan state dinner where President Biden hosted Japan's Prime Minister. They discussed ways to bolster and support each other for economic and military defensive alliances in the Indo-Pacific. An emissary from the Philippines will join them today for additional discussions today.

EXPANDING TELEHEALTH ACCESS - Access to telehealth became vital during the pandemic and is still used by many families today. This week on Capitol Hill, lawmakers discussed legislation to support and expand access to telehealth care. Lawmakers say virtual doctors appointments are critical for families living in rural areas and have played a key role in addressing the mental health crisis in Americ...

Logan follows up on the latest plot twist regarding the Laura Street Trio, as the Downtown Investment Authority balks progress on renovations, calling the developer's latest resolutions "untenable."

Alexus follows the latest court hearing today for Shana Gardner, charged with the murder of her ex-husband Jared Bridegan.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as abortion rights/legislation continues to be a major campaign issue. This morning, Democrats are coming down hard on Republicans after Arizona reinstated a 19th-century Civil War era abortion ban law. Samantha Manning explores the impact of this decision, and how decisions like this one and the inclusion of the abortion issue on Florida ballots may impact the...

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as DHS Secretary Mayorkas' articles of impeachment will NOT be going to the Senate yet, in what the GOP is calling a "strategic delay," though the delay isn't likely to change the inevitable tabling vote from the Democrat-controlled Senate.

BREAKING: The Jacksonville Jaguars and Josh Allen have agreed to a $150m 5-year deal, securing a key element of the Jags defense.

Logan reports on a Durkeeville revitalization study being tabled by the City Council for a 4th time, and residents are not happy about it.

PFAS REGULATIONS - *New this morning* for the first time, the Environmental Protection Agency announced today it's issuing a national regulation limiting the amount of PFAS "forever chemicals" found in drinking water. Now the EPA will require public water utilities to test for six different types of chemicals to reduce exposure in drinking water. They expect this change will reduce PFAS exposure f...

Alexus reports on an expected announcement for affordable housing funding in Jacksonville, as the city and philanthropic resources collaborate on developments.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as there are new developments in one of the upcoming criminal trials facing former President Trump. Special counsel Jack Smith is now urging the Supreme Court to reject Trump's claim of immunity in his election interference case. Kirstin Garriss breaks down the reasoning for the special counsel's request.

MaliVai Washington and Smoothie King's Jason Luther join JMN in advance of the inaugural Smoothie King Crown Cup Tournament to benefit the MaliVai Washington Youth Foundation. If you're a fan of pickleball, join the fun on April 27 at Argyle Forest Park. Visit MALWASHINGTON.COM for more information or to make a donation!

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as President Biden hosts the Japanese Prime Minister and other international guests in a state visit addressing multiple political and economical concerns.

Brian takes a deep dive on Trump's and Biden's respective positions on abortion legislation, and how it's being used (or misused) as a campaign issue.

FINANCIAL AID ENROLLMENT - New data shows how the rollout of the new FAFSA application is impacting students applying for college. As of late March, only 35% of high school seniors completed the FAFSA financial aid form. This is down nearly 27% from last year, according to the National College Attainment Network. The rollout of the updated FAFSA forms has been met with ongoing delays and technical...

Meghan reports on a proposal to close Atlantic Beach Elementary, and neighborhood residents' responses.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as former President Trump voiced definitive positions on several women's health issues. He claimed credit for getting Roe v. Wade overturned, endorsed state legislatures to manage their own policies on abortion, and took an advocacy position for IVF treatments

Mike reports from North Texas, in the path of totality for today's eclipse. He'll have recap coverage on Action News Jax at 5pm, 530pm, and 6pm, while locally Action News Jax is hosting an eclipse viewing party at UNF starting at 2pm, where we can expect +/- viewing 66% blocking. The next eclipse to include Florida in the path of totality will be in 2045.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as President Biden unveils another targeted student debt relief program, nearly a year after his broad forgiveness program was struck down by the Supreme Court. Since then, Biden has chipped away at student loan debts through various programs already existing in federal law. In other DC news, Congress returns this week with DHS Secretary Mayorkas's impeachment a...