Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Alexus joins Rich to talk about Mario Fernandez Saldana and how his lawyers are trying to have the prosecutors disqualified in the murder-for-hire case against Jared Bridegan in 2022

Kirsten joins Rich to talk about a new action plan to better protect hospitals from ransomware attacks that target the healthcare program.

Alexus joins JMN to talk about a two year old that was hit by gunfire inside a home. Authorities are wondering if this home was targeted in the Durkeeville area

Brent previews the Jags vs. Browns game this weekend, as all eyes are watching Trevor Lawrence's ankle. He's questionable to play, but has been on field taking snaps and showing leadership. He also follows some local teams in their championship bids. Hear more on ESPN 690 with Brent & Friends 3-6pm today.

WOKV's Samantha Manning follows the latest 2024 election leadup, a new Wall Street Journal poll shows Trump maintaining a large lead over other GOP contenders, and Nikki Haley advancing to 2nd place, and this was before the most recent debate. 3 more debates have been scheduled prior to the Iowa caucuses.

WAPE's Dex & Babie T. check in from the WAPE Toy Drive at St. Johns Town Center. All donated toys are going to kids at Wolfson Children's Hospital, and they're taking donations until 6pm. Dex, Barbie T., and the WAPE/Action News Jax crew are set up in the roundabout near Maggiano's, waiting to meet you! If you're headed out for some holiday shopping, why not pick up an extra toy or two and donate...

WAPE 95.1's Dex & Barbie T morning hosts join JMN from the WAPE Toy Drive at St Johns Town Center. They're taking new, unwrapped toy donations until 6pm tonight, and all toys are going to the kids at Wolfson Children's Hospital. Stop by the roundabout near Maggiano's to donate, and if you can't get there today you can drop off toy donations at Peterbrooke's Choclatiers.

Jared looks at national high speed railway plans, and commuter rail plans, as proposed from the Biden administration.

Alexus is at the WAPE TOY DRIVE at St. Johns Town Center, where all toys donated are going to the kids at Wolfson Children's Hospital. You can donate there (set up near Maggiano's) or drop off toys at Peterbrooke Choclatiers. All toy donations are welcome (new & unwrapped please), and there are lots of local spots (Target, Dollar Tree, Lego Store) to pick up a little something extra to donate unti...

WAPE 95.1's Jud Heussler joins JMN from the St. Johns Town Center where you can donate toys for children at Wolfson's Hospital. WAPE is set up by the big tree in the Maggianos roundabout, and will be there until 6pm tonight, or you can drop off toys at Peterbrooke Choclatier.

BBQ is on the menu with this week's edition of Ben Becker's Original Restaurant Report

WOKV is proud to recognize Brad Judah of JFRD. Judah is an engineer for JFRD and has been with the department for almost 6 years, where he began making a community impact right out of the gate with a rescue at the BB&T building, and has established himself as a leader in his firehouse.

BIDEN RAIL PROJECT - Today the White House is announcing over 8 billion dollars to fund major passenger rail projects across the US. The move will be funded from President Biden’s bipartisan infrastructure law. The project is set to create thousands of union jobs and economic growth for communities nationwide. Washington correspondent Arielle Hixson breaks down the new project and how it could pot...

Logan reports on the 2023 Children's Christmas Party of Jacksonville, happening tomorrow at the Prime Osborn Convention Center. Doors open at 9am, and it's recommended that guests arrive early as it's always a popular event.

Limoncello Ristorante is a new dinner service restaurant in San Marco, adjacent to Bistro AIX, featuring tastes of Capri. While their soft open wass last month, an official grand opening is expected before Christmas. You can learn more at LimoncelloSanMarco.com, or visit them at 1440 San Marco Blvd.

Logan reports on multiple incidents of antisemitic graffiti along high traffc routes on the 1st day of Hannukah. The messages, one along Beach Blvd. and another along Atlantic Blvd., have since been covered over.

Logan reports on a fatal crash in La Villa yesterday, when teens on a minibike collided with a dump truck. One rider died, the othe was hospitalized. JSO reminds divers that minibikes are not street legal vehicles.

Samantha Manning looks at the 4th GOP Debate, narrowed down to a field of 4 participants. Chris Christie had his most aggressive and compelling performance of the debate series, while Nikki Haley seemed to be the common target of the other candidates.

So many things happening this weekend in the 904! Get your holiday vibes with the Holiday Pops shows from the Symphony, the Ginger Bread Extravaganza downtown, or The Nutcracker seeing multiple performances in Jax & OP. Get your history on with the Sprigfield Holiday Home Show, and honor our WW2 vets with the Pearl Harbor Remembrance. Then there's the Jacksonville Marathon, for those who like to b...

Rick Mullaney joins JMN to review yesterday's 4th GOP Debate. Who had the best night? Who had the worst? And will this debate change the expectation about who might be the best GOP nominee?

Jared reports on the foreign aid funding bill being held up in the Senate yesterday, as Republicans hold out for domestic border control funding to be included, despite White House pressure to approve the measure. Additionally, he looks at Kevin McCarthy's planned retirement from Congress at the end of the year, and how that impacts new Speaker Mike Johnson and the GOP's narrow majority margin.

Maj. Keath Biggers, Area Commander for the Salvation Army, invites you to join in for the "Love Beyond Christmas" telethon today, running through 630pm tonight. This is the 4th annual Red Kettle fundraiser, and donated funds go toward helping families in the Northeast Florida community. You can donate by calling 800-963-6061.

Alexus reports from the Salvation Army's "Love Beyond Christmas" Telethon. This is the 4th annual Red Kettle fundraiser to help families in the local community. Lines are open for your donations at 800-963-6061.

CHILD CARE FUNDING - Across the nation, more than 70,000 child care programs are on the verge of closing because of the federal child care stabilization grant program ended in September, according to an analysis by The Century Foundation. The report predicts these program closures could impact more than three million children. On Capitol Hill, Democrats are pushing for the approval of President Bi...

Logan reports on allegations that a Jaguars front-office employee stole over $22 million from the team, by unauthorized use of the team's "virtual credit card."