Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

WOKV's Consumer Warrior, Clark Howard, discusses the federal fuel tax hiatus and other savings strategies that could help consumers keep costs down at the fuel pump.

Blair reports on the bipartisan gun legislation bill, which should have a procedure vote to end the filibuster today. The proposed reform includes red flag law adjustments, mental health funding, and other provisions.

Rick Mullaney joins JMN to look at the January 6 hearings, what impact they may have on mid-term elections, and what actions the House committee might suggest upon conclusion .

Jared looks at the latest information presented in the January 6th public hearings, including the pressure campaign President Trump employed in an effort to adjust official election results. The last of the public hearings is scheduled for Thursday. Jared also looks at the President's upcoming suggestion to suspend federal fuel taxes in an effort to give some relief at the pump.

WOKV's Jeana Gondek is in NYC to receive a prestigious Gracie Award, recognizing exemplary programming created by women, for women and about women in all facets of media and entertainment. They also acknowledge the individuals who have made inspirational contributions to the industry. Congratulations, Jeana!

Blair reports that there is sufficient bipartisan support in Congress to advance new gun legislation for the first time in decades, although there is still some dissension on the premise of "red flag" rules. An official vote on a final bill is unlikely to happen before the July 4th break.

Jared looks at the next January 6th public hearing, scheduled for today, which will focus on the Georgia election and a phone conversation where President Trump attempted to coerce Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to change 2020 election votes.

Morgan Ray, silver medalist for the 2022 Paralympics, joins JMN to share his experiences at the recent Paralympic Games in Portugal, and what's next as his swimming and UNF academic careers continue.

Blair looks at remaining decisions expected on the SCOTUS docket as their current term winds down.

Blair reports on the airline delays & cancellations that impacted a lot of holiday weekend travelers, and that gives a preview of what to expect as issues like weather, staffing, and infrastructure collide in the summer travel season.

Romney joins JMN to report on an overnight Harlem party shooting, leaving nine people injured and one dead.

Jared recaps the 3rd public hearing from the January 6th Committee, which focused on VP Mike Pence and the pressure exerted on him to not certify electoral votes.

Jared looks at the 3rd round of public January 6th Committee hearings, this time focusing on VP Mike Pence, and the pressures applied to him to reject the electoral votes. The hearing resumes today at 1pm.

Between Juneteenth and Father's Day, there's all sorts of family fun to enjoy this weekend. Sip & Stroll is back, you could adopt a new furbaby from JHS, check out the Juneteenth celebration at Daily's Place, treat Dad to coffee & cars, concerts, golf, and more. The JMN crew sounds off on some of the highpoints, check out the full list in the local news write-up!

The FDA Advisory panel gave the green light for the shot for infants as young as 6 months old yesterday. Kirstin has the details on what's next, and how President Biden is planning to roll this vaccination effort out.

Jared looks at the latest in bipartisan gun legislation reform, as more GOP senators show signs of supporting new legislation. Part of why this latest attempt looks likely to pass is because of cooperation between parties, but more likely it's because voters are demanding action and accountability.

Action News Jax's John Bachman looks at the rising number of Covid-19 cases in Duval County, and how/why many cases are not being reported.

Today, lawmakers are taking a closer look at the toll gun violence has on children. CDC data shows In 2020, gunfire became the leading cause of death among American children and teens. This come as Senators move closer to a bipartisan deal to reduce gun violence.

Jared looks at the 2nd public hearing by the House January 6th committee, and the evidence collected regarding the election aftermath. The third public hearing is scheduled for Thursday.

Romney Smith reports from outside the New York Stock Exchange, where traders are looking to the Fed for interest rate increases to stop the recent bear market trend before a full blown recession sets in.

Blair looks at the next Federal Reserve meetings, where discussion will focus on when and how much the next interest raise will be.

Brian Kilmeade joins Jeremy Ratliff on JMN, sharing his thoughts about the January 6th House committee hearings. Get more on the Brian Kilmeade Show, 9am-Noon!

WOKV political analyst Rick Mullaney looks at the January 6th public hearings of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the Capital. The second public hearing starts today around 10am. While the public hearings draw a national audience, Mr. Mullaney explains why their intended audience may just be Attorney General Merrick Garland.

Jared looks at the bipartisan gun reform legislation proposed by a group of 10 GOP senators and 10 Dem senators, and the particular elements that it will address. With terms agreed to, the next step is getting legislative text ready so the bill can be formally introduced. Whether the House will support it remains to be seen.

Blair looks at the bipartisan gun legislation proposal developed by the Senate over the weekend. 10 GOP senators are supporting this bill, enough to defeat a possible filibuster, but some Dems are concerned that it doesn't do enough.