Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

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.

Alexus reports that Elliot Maurice Graham, the funeral director wanted for mishandling human remains, will appear before a judge to face charges this morning.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues as Kirstin reports from SCOTUS, where arguments will be heard regarding former President Trump's removal from the Colorado Republican primary ballot on grounds of violating the 14th Amendment. The issue at hand is interpretation of the scope and text of the 14th Amendment's "insurrection clause," and perhaps clarification of what satisfies actionable status accor...

Emily reports on a proposal to use A.I, cameras on school buses to monitor and issue citations for driving violations when passing if the stop arm is out. Seems like a positive safety measure, but a number of concerns have been raised. Hear the full story today at 545pm on CBS47 and FOX30 Action News Jax!

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues as Jared reports from the Supreme Court, where arguments will be heard today weather or not Donald Trump should be excluded from the Colorado Republican primary ballot on the grounds of violating the 14th Amendment "insurrection clause."

Big plans this weekend? The RV Show is at the Equestrian Center, if you're thinking about your permanent vacation! You romantics can get your Valentine something special at the Riverside Arts Market! Or maybe treat yourself to The Man In Black: A Johnny Cash Tribute in Ponte Vedra. Not your music jam? How about some Grand Funk Railroad at the Thrasher-Horne Center! And if trains are your thing, th...

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues as today, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) will hear arguments in the matter of the Colorado Supreme Court's ruling that former President Trump is ineligible for office per the 14th Amendment insurrection clause.

As prosecution for the Jared Bridegan murder continues, the custody of the Bridegan children comes into question. They were in Bridegan's ex-wife's legal custody (Shana Gardner-Saldana), but her alleged role in Bridegan's murder raises new custodial issues. The kids are currently in their maternal grandparents' care, but the paternal grandparents are suing for access and revised custody.