Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

WOKV First Responder Friday recognizes Police Officer Christal Gause for making a difference in the Jacksonville community, including taking lifesaving action at a recent race event.

Logan recaps preparations around the Northeast Florida area in advance of severe weather expectations for the weekend,

Red Owl Coffee Company has its grand opening tomorrow in Orange Park. Originating in Valdosta, GA, in 2016, the brand is "fueled by a passion for great coffee" and their goal is to "make your Red Owl Coffee Company experience the driving force behind your best days." Visit them at REDOWLCOFFEE.COM or at 208 Blanding Blvd. in Orange Park.

Logan reports on SJC preparations for this weekend's severe weather.

Logan reports on Riverside preparations for this weekend's severe weather, as areas along the waterfront are prone to flooding in severe weather.

Logan reports on Jax Beach preparations for this weekend's anticipated severe weather.

Jared reports on SCOTUS hearing an appeal about "abortion pill" access after a lower court restricted broad access to mifepristone. It's the first case addressing abortion related issues to be heard since SCOTUS overturned Roe v Wade in 2022.

Lots of ways to celebrate the holiday season around the 904 this weekend. Holiday film screenings of "Elf" (Fri at St. Aug Amp) or "The Nightmare Before Christmas" (Sun at Fl. Theatre) are sure to please. Get your holiday shopping on at the Main Street Food Park Holiday Market. Rock around the Xmas tree with the Steve Miller Band. And of course, nothing says Happy Holidays like the Jags delivering...

Logan updates the story of La'Keian Woods' arraignment schedled for this morning. Woods was arrested in September, as documented in a viral video, prompting some concerns for excessive force in his arrest. Initial drug trafficking charges have been dropped, but Woods still faces charges of possession of an illegal substance, and resisting arrest, among other charges.

DIABETES EPIDEMIC - More than 35 million Americans live with type-2 diabetes across the country. Not only is this disease impacting one’s health, its also expensive to treat. People living with diabetes face an average of $19,736 in medical expenses – that’s more than two and half times higher than people without it, according to data from the US Dept. of Health and Human Services. Today, lawmaker...

Alexus updates the story on the proposed "Urban Trail" expansion in Jax Beach, and why property owners are concerned about the city's encroachment on their property.

Logan reports that Le'Keian Woods will be arraigned this morning, following a September arrest documented in a viral video. Woods faces possession and resisting arrest charges,among others, but several additional charges have already been dropped.

Alexus reports on concerns about the Jax Beach Urban Trails development, as property owners are concerned about the city's right to expand the right-of-way easements.

Samantha Manning looks at the upcoming Iowa caucus, which has the largest recorded lead by a candidate, in this case Trump, in a contested race. Despite Trump's lead, other candidates continue to stump for support, as Nikki Haley picked up another endorsement from the NJ Governor, while FL Gov. Ron DeSantis appeared on a CNN Town Hall.

Mayor Deegan joins JMN to discuss her $25+ million budget approval, and the anticipated results of various initiatives that will be funded. The formal budget sgning happens later this afternoon.

Jared recaps the Biden/Zelenskyy meeting yesterday, and continued resistance in Congress regarding additional Ukraine aid funding without committing funds to domestic border control.

Mark recaps some of the 12-Days-of-Christmas gifts for some of Kaye's Kids, with special kid guests every afternoon through this week. Plus his thoughts on the latest Biden drama, Gov. DeSantis's appearance on CNN, and more. Hear more about these topics and what ever you want to talk about on another "Whatever You Want Wednesday" with the Mark Kaye Show, noon to 3pm.

Eben reports on a rape allegation against Florida GOP Chair Christian Ziegler, that has some calling for his ouster. Ziegler says the incident in question was consensual. Ziegler's wife Bridget, co-founder of Moms For Liberty, has been asked to resign her position with the Sarasota County School Board, as the scandal has caused public distraction.

HOLIDAY THREAT ALERT - The nation’s top intelligence agencies are tracking heightened threats to public safety this holiday season. In a new public safety bulletin, the FBI, Department of Homeland Security and National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) warn the ongoing tensions related to the Israel-Hamas war may intensify the threat of violent individuals targeting large public events this winter. O...

Alexus reports that the City Council approved Mayor Deegan's proposed 2024 budget. Deegan will formally sign the $25 million budget later today. See the story on WOKV.COM for specific budget initiatives.

Jared looks at the meeting between President Biden and Ukraine President Zelenskyy in DC today, regarding an aid package for Ukraine that is being held up in Congress.

Jonathan updates the story of the Mayport-based USS Mason assisting a Norwegian-flagged tanker that was hit by a missile fired by Yemen’s Houthi rebels.

Alexus reports that the Jacksonville City Council will meet tonight, when they will review Mayor Deegan's $25 million budget for 2024, and key initiatives that budget seeks to fund including youth related and after-school initiatives.

ZELENSKYY DC VISIT - Happening today, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will be on Capitol Hill urging Congress to approve more aid for his country as the Russian invasion continues. His visit comes as federal lawmakers remain divided on whether approve the White House’s nearly $106 billion request for funds for the wars in Ukraine, Israel and other security needs. Republicans want more link...

Alexus reports on an investigation into the death of inmate Timothy Thomas in 2018. Thomas's family is alleging he suffered a wrongful death while in custody in a Lake Butler prison.