Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

The JMN crew takes a look at some of the events happening around the 904 this weekend, and as usual there is no shortage of things to do. Jags Draft? Jax River Jam? Mean Girls? Gun & Knife Show? Concerts? Taste of St Augustine? We got you, fam. Check out the full event lineup in our Weekend Spotlight story, and leave an Open Mic with your weekend plans!

Mark Kaye joins JMN to share his thoughts on the latest developments in the "MAN vs. MOUSE" drama between Governor DeSantis and DIsney, the pending legislation that will make it possible for DeSantis to vie for the presidency without surrendering his current post as governor. Hear more, plus "What The Bleep" and "Conspiracy Theory Thursday" on the Mark Kaye Show noon to 3pm!

Does your pet ride along with you in the car? Action News Jax's Chandler Morgan has a special investigation on how to safely secure your pet when they are riding with you Tune in tonight on CBS47 & Fox30 as Chandler shows you which products protect your pet, and which ones don't, tonight at 5:45 on Action News Jax!

Blair has the latest DC headlines, with a look at this week's labor statistics, and Speaker McCarthy's debt ceiling legislation efforts.

Brent joins JMN with breaking Jags news and a preview of this weekend's NFL draft activities. Hear more with Brent & Friends and an NFL Draft Preview special on ESPN690.

Robert reports on a Code Yellow alert for two Baldwin schools, following a community incident earlier this morning.

Ryan reports on the busy week for President Biden, as he announced his 2024 reelection campaign yesterday (to mixed responses), has a state meeting with the President of South Korea today, and has ongoing discussion about debt ceiling plans with House Speaker McCarthy.

Robert Grant looks at the latest developments in the Duval County Schools leadership drama, as a meeting today may decide whether or not to remove DCS Superintendent Dr. Diana Greene from her leadership position. This stems from allegations of failure to follow up on previous faculty misconduct reports, brought to light after recent claims against multiple Douglas Anderson School of the Arts facul...

Blair reports on the state meeting between President Biden and the South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol later today at the White House.

Robert reports on a hit-and-run crash near the I-10/Lane Avenue exchange happening late last night, involving a pickup truck striking a semi, resulting in a fuel spill that had Lane Avenue closed for hours.

On this JMN special, hosts Rich Jones and April Davis sit down with mayoral candidates Donna Deegan (D) and Daniel Davis (R), as they share their respective plans for the city and answer listener questions. Early voting opens on May 1, and the run-off election day is May 16.

Blair reports on President Biden's official announcement that he will pursue reelection for 2024, with Vice President Harris returning as his running mate. Critics from both parties are voicing concerns about Biden's age, health, and viability for the future job rigors. Similar criticisms have been raised about former President Trump as well, since he announced his own candidacy months ago.

Princess reports on a stabbing incident last night near the Walmart on Philips Highway near Emerson.

Brian joins JMN to discuss Tucker Carlson's exit from FOX, President Biden's expected official reelection campaign confirmation, and why Governor DeSantis is still playing coy about his campaign interest. Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show from 9am to noon!

Jared reports on the latest developments regarding the debt ceiling, where Speaker McCarthy says he has a solution that he expects will achieve bipartisan agreement.

Princess reports on the possible ousting of Duval County Schools Superintendent Dr. Diana Greene, 2 years before her contract expires. The ouster discussion alleges insufficient follow-up on a teacher misconduct investigation. A rally supporting Dr. Greene is scheduled for this evening.

This week, all eyes are on Congress where Republicans say they’re planning to vote to approve a GOP plan to address the budget and debt limit by Friday. If lawmakers don’t act soon, the Treasury Department warns the country could go into default and that could me higher borrowing rates for mortgages and credit credits. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says this proposal would raise the nation's debt c...

Alexus reports from the the scene of a fire at the Gymnastics Unlimited property on Lenox Avenue.

Jared looks at the potential impacts of the SCOTUS mifepristone review. A decision is expected some time today, and could result in a temporary ban of the medication at least until the case is heard in the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals.

WOKV's political analyst Rick Mullaney, from the JU Public Policy Institute, recaps the high points from last night's mayoral debate, and the key issues that candidates Donna Deegan (D) and Daniel Davis (R) raised. Hear more from both candidates as they appear Tuesday morning at 8m on WOKV.

Action News Jax's Ben Becker has a weekly restaurant report following up on area restaurant inspections.

Meghan reports on student protests across the state, as high school and college students demonstrate against the "Parental Rights in Education Act" and other recently proposed academic reforms.

Blair looks at the possible responses the Supreme Court may issue regarding their emergency review of mifepristone, a component drug used for medical abortions under FDA guidelines for the past several decades. The review stems from an appeal filed after Texas legislated a ban.

Princess reports on a wildfire threat near Bryceville in Nassau County.

The White House and the House of Representatives continue to advocate different budget plans, and different demands relative to the federal debt limit.