Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Col. Chris Budihas, Ret., WOKV's military affairs analyst. He looks at recent changes in military leadership as ordered by Secretary of Defense Hegseth, the successful rescue mission for recently shot-down airmen, and shares thoughts on President Trump's strategies and goals with the Iran conflict. He explains the distinction between "military" and "civilian" targets, particularly relative to Pres...

Eben looks at the latest situation on the ground with Iran, as President Trump's latest imposed deadline approaches. What is at risk if Iran doesn't agree to ceasefire terms?

Jared follows up on President Trump's press conference at the White House yesterday, where he praised the rescue of the downed jet crew, then continued his trend of mixed messages -- assuring that there won't be a ground invasion, then deploying thousands of troops to the area, and alleging peaceful resolution talk progress, but threatening imminent devastating attacks. WOKV will follow this story...

The Artemis II mission has completed its loop around the far side of the moon and is returning to Earth, with a bevy of new photos and astronaut commentary to be released from NASA soon. The Orion capsule is expected to splashdown Friday.

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Mayor Donna Deegan joins JMN and checks in on a number of local issues, including developments in the Out East district, developments in Brooklyn, and the Stadium renovations. For the 2027 season, every game will be an away-game as the Jaguars play at Camping World Stadium in Orlando. But don't expect to trade in the "Duuuval!" chants for "Orrrange!," as Jags fans won't let that be a thing. There...

Eric Schill, Director of School Support for Charter Schools USA, discusses how charter schools differ from traditional public schools, and shares details about a Charter Schools USA Family Fun Day this weekend at the Community First Igloo. Visit CHARTERSCHOOLSUSA.COM for more information.

Col. Chris Budihas, Ret., host of First Coast Military Life and WOKV military analyst, looks at the latest events in the Iran conflict, including the aviators, what's happening with negotiations and the Strait of Hormuz, and what he's seeing/hearing with the uptick in activity at NAS Jax as they prepare to deploy resources, materials, and personnel. Hear more with Chris Budihas every Sunday at 8am...

Iran latest updates from over the weekend – Trump issued a rude threat of imminent violence with a Tuesday deadline for cooperation. Pakistan has prepared a peace/cease-fire proposal agreement and provided it to both US & Iran. And two downed US jet crew members were successfully rescued. Trump is expected to address the nation at 1pm today.

Eben has the Artemis II latest: How is the mission going, and what challenges have they faced? A number of new experiences are in order, as NASA will air video of the Lunar Fly-By starting at 1pm, and the crew will pass the Apoll 13 record for farthest human travel later today. Tonight marks their closest passage to the moon (~4100 miles, distance from Jax to the North Pole), and the crew will see...

MON – Clark looks at High-Deductible Health Plans. They’re worth considering for potential tax savings *IF* they offer a Health Spending Account.

CBS News's Jeff McCausland joins JMN to discuss Defense Secretary Hegseth's firing Gen. Randy George, Army Chief of Staff, and 2 others (Maj. Gen. William Green Jr. Chief of Chaplains, and Gen. David Hodne, Commander of Army Transformation & Training). Why would he do this in the midst of military operations against Iran? It comes on the heels of a number of other controversial Hegseth decisions,...

Jake Stofan, state & local government reporter for Action News Jax, joins JMN with the latest headlines regarding JEA service, as customers may face water pressure issues due to draught, and rate increases later this year. Also, JTA's Connexion Plus increased fares have taken effect.

Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh has your Easter weekend forecast. Looking good for your Easter Egg hunts, then a cold front moving in and bringing some cooler temperatures and isolated showers into next week. Shwoers aside,we're in the "dry season," so wildfires are a potential risk.

The UF Proton Therapy Institute celebrates 20 years of service in Jacksonville, and today's Good News features Emily Peterson, who was diagnosed with a very rare cancer when she was 2 years old. Multiple surgeries, and tumor regrowth, lead her family from Australia to Jacksonville for treatment at the UF Proton Therapy Institute. Successful treatment anf quarterly followups so far show no recurren...

The DNC and top Democratic leaders are suing Trump over his recent executive order banning mail-in voting...even though Trump has voted by mail multiple times in the past, including the 2020 federal election and the recent 2026 Florida election. It is the latest of a variety of voting reformations Trump has attempted to push through without Congressional involvement.

What's the latest on DHS funding?

WOKV political analyst Rick Mullaney, from the Haskell Public Policy Institute at JU, looks at the ouster of AG Pam Bondi, the latest staff dismissal. Why was she fired? How does this impact her subpoena to testify regarding the Epstein Files? Who will replace her? And how will this impact the DOJ? Where in the "private sector" will she land? ... and who is next on the chopping block?

Drone strikes on energy resources and ports continue in the Iran conflict, causing more chaos on land and in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, European leaders meet to talk about oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz, and France's Macron calls out Trump's self-contradicting rhetoric.

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This week's First Responder Friday features Isaac Carter from the Nassau County Sheriff's Office.

FRI –As oil prices rise, so does jet fuel, making your flight prices rise dramatically. Clark has tips on how you can keep your costs down – or at least lower!

President Trump, as well as the leaders of the U.K. and Australia, are addressing their respective nations on the ongoing situation in the Middle East. What's the latest?

Eben reports on the Artemis II mission. After a highly-anticipated launch, what's next as they prepare for their trip around the moon? And when will we have a moon landing mission?

Mike checks in from the National Hurricane Conference in Orlando, where he and other weather wizards are learning about new technology for storm management, including highly accurate modeling applications, power-outage predictors, improved storm data collection and tracking resources, and more. Plus, they had a great view for the coastal Artemis II launch! Visit the Buresh Blog for conference deta...