Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

FOX News's Jonathan Savage reports that the Louvre's Apollo Gallery is re-opening, albeit without its signature display of the French Crown Jewels. The gallery was robbed in October. Four suspects have been charged, and one item (Empress Eugénie’s crown) was recovered from the sensational heist. The remaining artifacts NOT stolen have been removed from exhibition and secured TFN.

Chase Bunker is in for Rich Jones. ANJ State & Local Gov't Reporter Jake Stofan joins JMN, looking at the latest updates on Mayor Deegan's proposed Jacksonville budget; and Nat Ford looks to make an earlier-than-expected start as the new heard of DART in Texas, leaving JTA in need for an interim director.

Chase Bunker is in for Rich Jones. In a "Fox on Tech" feature - a NY school introduces an A.I. humanoid robot teacher named "Sally" into the classroom. FOX News's Eben Brown looks at the role the automaton will serve in this technology & education intersection.

Chase Bunker is in for Rich Jones. The World Cup final smashes U.S. TV records on both Fox and Telemundo, as the most watched soccer coverage in network history, and showing huge growth versus the 2022 finals audience. Has soccer become mainstream in the USA?

THU – Clark looks at banking and savings security tips. What can you do to lock down your accounts and prevent electronic thieves?

Curtis Dvorak, the Wildllife Wanderer at the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens joins JMN with special guests Emily the Animal Expert, and Samwise the Skink. They share details of Brew at the Zoo coming soon., an update on Alpine the Manatee's return to the wild, $10 Tuesdays, Summer Passes, and more. Plus we learn how Samwise the Skink serves as an animal ambassador for media visits, public e...

FOX News's Jonathan Savage has the latest update on renewed conflicts in Iran, as missile strikes continue , and US Sec. of State Rubio says US strikes are not going to let up. Meanwhile, Lebanon's President Aoun is in the US to meet with President Trump.

Chase Bunker is in for Rich Jones. Tropical Storm Bertha has formed in the Gulf. - what are some hurricane/tropical storm safety tips? While Bertha is NOT expected to impact the Jacksonville area, it's never too soon to prepare for hurricane season!

WED – Clark looks at how your colorful shingles on your roof… could save you money.

WOKV's military affairs analyst and host of First Coast Military Life, Col. Chris Budihas, ret., joins JMN with a preview of this weekend's FCML show, an assessment of the hardest working and most stressed members of active duty mlitary famlies, and a look at the renewed military campaign against Iran. Hear more with Col. Budihas on First Coast Military Life, every Sunday morning at 8am.

Dr. Sean Freeder, Director of the UNF Public Opinion Research Lab, shares results of the latest UNF polls on issues including the upcoming elections (Senate, House, and Governor), property tax reform, Data Center construction in Florida, Presidential satisfaction, foreign relations, the DC reflecting pool, and more. Results are ntot necessarily partisan. Visit UNFPORL.ORG to see more on the poll r...

The UK picks their 7th Prime Minister in a decade - will it move the country more left? Jonathan Savage joins us from FOX News's London bureau with details.

Chase Bunker is in for Rich Jones. It's been 15 years since NASA's space shuttle program has ended. FOX News's Eben Brown looks back at the innovative program and recounts experiences from that final mission's launch and landing.

TUE – Clark looks at how many credit cards are giving you the option to “spread payments out.” It’s a trap to trick you and make you pay a higher interest rate!

Chase Robinson, Executive Director of First Coast Crime Stoppers, joins JMN with an update on several weekend shootings, and how your attention to social media braggadocio could lead to crime resolution or prevention. He also has an update about a 39-year-old cold case that finally got resolved. Your anonymous tips matter, and could lead to a reward. Call 866-845-TIPS (8477).

FOX News's Tonya Powers reports that New York became the first U.S. state to impose a moratorium on large-scale data center construction. President Trump calls that moritorium "terrible." Locally, Florida Gov. DeSantis passed a very restrictive law specifying conditions to build data centers, and giving the state the right to say NO.

CHase Bunker is in for Rich Jones. Eben has the latest updates from Iran - Attacks between US and Iran continued over the weekend; multiple US soldiers dead or missing following an Iran strike on a US base in Jordan, and a drone incident in Iraq.

Chase Bunker is in for Rich Jones. The 2026 FIFA World Cup finishes up – Spain won the tournament over Argentina; England wins the 3rd place matchup over France. What were the highlights? When and where will the next tournament be held? FOX News's Jonathan Savage has the details.

MON – Clark looks at online payment info. Do you have your credit card info reserved on Amazon, or an airline site, or other retailers? That puts your financial security at risk. Clark’s tip? Remove your stored payment data!

Local Supervisors of Elections – Jerry Holland (Duval), Vicky Oakes (SJC), and Chris Chambless (Clay) – join JMN to discuss President Trump’s address regarding election security and integrity, and Florida’s upcoming primary election on Aug 18. They share details about state voting policies (by mail, or in person, identification), deadlines (July 20 registration, Aug 6 to request a mail-in ballot –...

FOX News's Tonya Powers recaps the key issues raised in President Trump's national address Thursday night, including his perspective on election security and allegations of election tampering by China. Critics of his long-running and unsubstantiated "stolen election" rhetoric say this is just an attempt to undermine voter confidence in the upcoming midterms. ABC and NBC declined carrying this addr...

President Trump held a national address from the White House on Thursday, 7/16, at 9pm. WOKV carried his speech in full.

FRI – Clark looks at how hospital affiliation raises your medical bills. If you need medical care, Clark has a tip on how to cut your costs!

FOX News's Jeff Monosso has the latest on Todd Blanche's confirmation processes to officially become the next US Attorney General, a role he is currently filling in an interim basis. Blanche served as one of Trump's federal criminal defense attorneys, when Trump was tried and convicted for 34 felony counts in New York.

President Trump will speak to the nation tonight at 9pm. FOX News's Tonya Powers previews what we know about the President's speaking agenda. WOKV will carry the address live.