Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

WOKV Washington correspondent Samantha Manning gives us more details into how Republicans are feeling towards the Republican Presidential Primary coming in January.

Action News Jax's Alexus Cleavenger is on scene in Jacksonville's Springfield Park as the city's last Confederate statue is being removed.

WOKV Washington Correspondent Arielle Hixson joins us to discuss how the FDA is warning that counterfeit versions of the popular diabetes drug Ozempic are a potential hazard.

Action News Jax's Alexus Cleavenger gives us the latest update on the last Confederate monument in Jacksonville's Springfield area reportedly being removed.

We ask Washington D.C. Fox correspondent Samantha Manning for more details on the latest developments of former president Donald Trump.

Action News Jax's Alexus Cleavneger bringing us the latest in a search for a missing kayaker out of Anastasia Island.

Action News Jax's Alexus Cleavenger with your update on how the airports are doing the morning after Christmas.

It's not a playoff game for the Jags this weekend ... but ... yeah it is. You don't lose 4 games in a row in December and make it to the post season. With a wildcard berth in jeopardy and QB Trevor Lawrence's status undetermined as he goes through concussion protocols, there's pressure to perform on backup QB CJ Beathard against the Bucs, coming in on a 3-game hot streak. Will Santa bring a win fo...

Toni Foxx and Elaine Gonzalez (@ElaineEatsJax) take a look at Christmas pop-up bar The Tipsy Elf in the RL Lounge downtown (at the NoCo Center on Hogan), and other holiday themed bars around Jax where you can enjoy some holiday spirits!

Jare reports on President Biden commuting some non-violent drug offenders' sentences, following a similar platform to what President Trump did previously. Biden also had a discussion with Mexico's President Obrador yesterday, on border control and migration policies.

WOKV recognizes Dr. Matthew McKillop in this week's First Responder Friday feature.

Clean Juice is a new juice bar in the St. Johns Town Center, speciailzing in farm fresh organic natural juices and healthy snacks. The owner and franchise spokesperson is local sports hero Tim Tebow, who invites customers to stop by for a healthy meal, snack, or post-workout smoothie. Learn more at CleanJuice.com, or visit them in the St. Johns Town Center.

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

Logan reports from the St. Johns County Courthourse, where Vergilio Aguilar Mendez has a bond hearing regarding charges in the death of a SJC deput. Mendez' attorneys argue that Mendez had not committed any crime to be detained for, and the SJC officer's death was from an unfortunate coincidental health issue unrelated to Mendez.

Logan reports from Jacksonville International Airport, where lines are already long to check in for outgoing flights.

Logan reports on the continued bus delays today, as Duval County School District reports driver shortages impacting today's routes. As of 9:10am, some buses had still not gotten to school yet, and more delays are expected again this afternoon.

Dr. Kent Thielen, CEO of Mayo Clinic Florida, joins JMN to discuss Mayo's charitible gift to the Sulzbacher Center, the on-going relationship between the organizations, and future plans for expanding services and resources to NE Florida in 2024.

Jared reports on how senate negotiators are continuing to discuss terms for reconciling more Ukraine aid and domestic border security funding through virtual meetings over their holiday break.

So much stuff to enjoy in the 904 this weekend! Have you been to St. Augustine's Nights of Lights? Find the red bulb if you can! Or maybe rock out your holiday with the Trans Siberian Orchestra tonight at Vystar Arena. Looking for some holiday sophistication? Try the spicy speakeasy Velvet Underground cabaret at the Glass Factory, it's a little bit naughty and a little bit nice! Lots of local ligh...

Cindy Funkhouser, CEO of Sulzbacher Center, joins JMN to discuss a $5 million chairtiable gift from Mayo Clinic to the Sulzbacher Center, that will fund a variety of outreach health services through the new Enterprise Village campus, and other services to help vulnerable people in the Jacksonville community.

TRANQ THREAT - There’s a new law to address TRANQ, a drug recognized as a rising threat in this country. It’s a dangerous combination of fentanyl and xylazine, a powerful animal tranquilizer. President Biden signed the TRANQ Research Act into law this week after it passed through Congress. Washington Correspondent Arielle Hixson explains what new steps the government is taking to fight this deadly...

Duval County School Districts is advising parents and students to expect significant delays in school bus pickups and dropoffs today, even moreso than usual, due to a holiday-related shortage of available drivers.

Logan reports on widespread school bus delays expected today this morning and this afternoon, as the Duval County School District anticipates a high level of "absent drivers" going into the holiday weekend.

Kirstin Garriss looks at the reactions of potential GOP candidates, as they criticize the Colorado Supreme Court's decision to disqualify Trump from elected office in accordance to the 14th Amenment. Meanwhile, Trump says he will appeal to the US Supreme Court - it would be another of many Trump-related cases before SCOTUS in the coming year.

Robert has updates on two stories, first regarding the car vs. Amtrak train crash on Jacksonville's northwest side, and secondly on gas line repairs in SJC as hundreds of residents have their service restored, while hundreds of others still wait for additional repairs to finish.