Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Brooke Powers, Child Life Specialist for Wolfson's Children's Hospital, joins JMN to share how you can participate in their Christmas In July event! You can spread smiles on children's faces as they undergo care. The mid-year toy drive is underway, and you can donate at Subaru of Jacksonville, at ChristmasJuly.com, or via their Amazon wishlist!

The last deadline for companies to follow a law requiring steps to be taken to protect against robocalls took effect last month, but a new watchdog report is revealing thousands of phone providers still aren’t protecting people from spoofed and scam robocalls. Much of it comes down to companies not having up to date equipment. We break down the findings and explain the impact on consumers.

Princess reports that some vendors are not happy with the latest proposals for Latham Plaza at Jax Beach. The next community meeting to discuss plans is July 24th.

Logan reports on the latest developments in the search for a new superintendent for Duval County Public Schools.

Princess reports on the latest development plans for Latham Plaza in Jacksonville Beach.

Chase Bunker breaks down the significance of Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, and the tremendous impact this will have on PC and console gaming industries.

State Senator Tracie Davis joins JMN to discuss the Farmer's Insurance coverage withdrawal from Florida, and how this impacts Florida residents, particularly in the midst of storm season.

Jared reports on President Biden's attendance at the NATO Summit, and his visit today with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

WOKV's Consumer Warrior Clark Howard takes an in-depth look at the impact of Farmer's Insurance leaving Florida, and suggests some coverage adjustments that could protect homeowners from claims issues. Farmer's is one of several insurance companies to withdraw coverage since the impact of Hurricane Ian.

Princess reports on a very specific request the NAACP has for the Duval County School Board, as the search for a new school superintendent continues.

Logan reports on Farmer's Insurance withdrawing coverage in Florida, including homeowner and auto insurance policies. This leaves +/- 100,000 policy holders in need of a new provider within the next 120 days.

Millions of Americans with federal student borrowers are preparing to resume debt payments after the Supreme Court overturned the President’s one-time student loan debt forgiveness plan. Today, members of Congress are announcing a set of bills aimed at supporting borrowers. For example, some proposals would help improve credit scores for people burdened by student loan debt. We break down this new...

Clark Howard looks at the Farmer's Insurance withdrawal from Florida.

Logan reports on the latest court appearance of Henry Tenon, the man that shot and killed Jared Bridegan in 2022. Some charges against Tenon were dropped in exchange for his guilty plea and cooperation in the investigation.

Princess reports on the continuing search for a new Duval County School Superintendent, as DCPS has asked for assistance from the Florida School Board Association in determining candidates. The NAACP has advanced a specific request to be considered in the next district meeting.

Logan reports on how Farmer's Insurance is no longer writing policies in Florida, leaving many homeowner and auto insurance policy holders in search of new coverage options.

Tonya reports on the summer sales specials between Amazon Prime and Walmart, as they promote their respective summer sales events. Other retailers are also pushing summer retail specials, which may mark a retailer shift from "holiday" promotions.

Jared reports on the criticism President Biden is receiving regarding the latest arms agreement for Ukraine, as both Democrats and Republicans express concerns over the potential use of "cluster bombs."

Princess reports on the latest scheduled court appearance for Mario Fernandez-Saldana, who has been charged with the murder-for-hire of Jared Bridegan in 2022.

RMHC is celebrating helping families for 35 years, with a special 35 FOOT FUN RUN! Join the fun at the 121 Financial Ballpark on July 16th, for a great event. You can register at RMHC.org, on the WAPE website, or at the event. Funds raised from this event go toward helping families with children undergoing medical care. After the Fun Run, stay for the Jumbo Shrimp game, plus kids get to run the ba...

NEW this morning, the White House is announcing a response plan to try to address the growing threat of fentanyl combined with xylazine, or tranq. The drug is an animal tranquilizer that can slow down your heart and breathing and when its combined with fentanyl, it can become a deadly substance. Recent CDC data shows tranq was involved in more than 3,400 overdose deaths in 2021 with almost all of...

Princess reports on mother seeking justice after a Lyft driver alleged struck her daughter with his car and drove away. The girl was taken to the hospital and treated for burns and bruises related to the incident. Despite reporting the incident a week ago, the driver has not been arrested and JSO isn't answering questions.

Alexus reports on a woman wrongfully detained by FWC after a mistaken review of a license plate. Body cam footage shows the incident, and despite the error and the fear for the mother and daughter involved in the stop, FWC says their officer "followed procedure."

Brian joins JMN, with thoughts on the latest news events including President Biden's state trip to Europe, arms for Ukraine, the latest Trump/DeSantis sparring, and the latest court challenges to former President Trump. Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show from 10am to noon!

He's tanned, he's rested, he's ready! Mark Kaye is back with the latest on Beach Body Biden and other stories from the past week(end), plus there's still time to bid for the Mark Kaye Experience to benefit the Child Cancer Fund! Visit childcancerfund.org to bid, and join Mark from noon to 3pm on WOKV!