Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Meghan joins JMN to discuss the challenges parents are facing in finding baby formula in stock.

Blair looks at the latest twist in funding Ukraine aid, as Rand Paul (R-KY) breaks from GOP ranks to vote no to the latest aid package.

Tonya looks at the latest Consumer Price Index reports, and what that means with regard to inflation and when... or if... prices will come down.

The JMN crew looks at what's happening around town this weekend! Get your ancient city history in St. Augustine, get "Beautiful" with the Carole King musical, take in a movie with the Jacksonville Symphony, or maybe a classic car show is your speed! Check out our recommendations, and Madison has the full list in local news on WOKV.com!

CBS47/FOX30's Chandler Morgan explores the growing frequency of women getting sick after cosmetic surgery. Get her full investigative story tonight at 5:45 on Action News Jax!

Jessica reports from Andrew Jackson High School, where a drive-by shooting yesterday prompted a lockdown, and elevated security measures taking effect today.

Following up on a previous story, several students have died during recent training activities with CDA Dive School. CBS47/FOX30 Action News Jax's Gretchen Kernbach's investigation reveals that student deaths were occurring five years ago.

Blair looks at the SCOTUS calendar as Justices meet for the first time since the Alito opinion to overturn Roe v. Wade was leaked.

Jared reports on the Senate procedural vote on proposing abortion rights today. It isn't a vote on actual legislation, but rather on whether there is sufficient support to advance a legislation proposal (ie. codifying Roe v Wade standards) -- and there won't be, by likely at least 10 or 11 votes, nor enough to circumvent filibuster. Whether the discussion continues with alternative proposals remai...

Ben Becker reports on a con man grifting people on car sales, and how victims might - or might not? - be able to get their money back. Tune in to Action News Jax tonight at 5:45 for the full story!

Blair reports that, despite inevitable failure, Chuck Schumer is pushing for a senate vote to pass abortion rights. It will not get the 60 votes to pass, nor would an attempted vote to discontinue the filibuster. The purpose of the vote, according to Schumer, is to show that Democrats are fighting for women's rights, and to get a formal record of support or objection.

Jared reports on the latest in Congressional funding of Ukraine aid. Bipartisan support to fund Ukraine aid is strong, but aid packages must be on separate bills for quick passage. Funding on domestic bills, though, is meeting with the usual party divides and delays.

Kirstin looks at President Biden's speech today, where he will discuss plans to reduce the impact of inflation on things like grocery prices, fuel prices, and rent increases. Meanwhile, Rick Scott is promoting an alternative plan to counter inflation by raising taxes on lower income families, the elderly, and other already financially-compromised groups.

Brian and Jeremy discuss President Biden's upcoming speech about plans to counter current inflation issues, and Brian takes a look at Ukraine aid packages. Hear more with Brian Kilmeade from 9am to noon on WOKV!

Action News Jax's Meghan Moriarty has the story of a woman who was once a teen victim of human trafficking. Hear her story, and how she has redirected that trauma into helping others prevent or recover from similar experiences. For the full story, see Action News Jax tonight at 5:45!

Jessica reports on the 1-year anniversary of the murder of Tristyn Bailey, and how her family and community keep her memory alive.

Jared talks about First Lady Dr. Jill Biden's visit to Europe, as she will be in Romania and Slovakia to encourage humanitarian support for victims of the Russia/Ukraine war.

Rick Mullaney joins JMN to review the week's fallout surrounding the SCOTUS leaked draft suggesting that the Supreme Court will overturn Roe v Wade. If there are no major changes between the draft and the final court opinion, the official version should arrive about 4 months before the mid-term election, completely changing the election campaign dynamics for both parties.

Kirstin reports that President Biden will be travelling to Ohio today, to speak on plans to grow manufacturing jobs nationwide and how job growth should offer some relief against inflation and supply chain issues.

Jared reports on the FED raising interest rates again, as the latest measure to try and stave off a recession after radical inflation.

Got plans for your Mother's Day Weekend? Once again, there are so many great things going on in the Jacksonville area that you could treat your Mom to! The whole JMN crew chimes in with some entertainment options, and of course shout-outs to the Moms!

Ben Becker reports on the ongoing concern of who is responsible for paying for the Acosta Bridge's lights? Ever since the Pride lights display last year, it's been an ongoing question between the city and the Florida Department of Transportation. Ben Becker follows the story at 5:45 tonight on Action News Jax!

Blair reports on another surge of coronavirus as hospitalizations rise again in 26 states. The FDA suggests annual immunization boosters, adapted as new variants are identified.

Jared looks at the fallout from the SCOTUS draft leak. White the Chief Justice confirmed that the draft was genuine, but not binding, and the Court would not be influenced or hastened in issuing their official opinion. Democrats, for all their posturing, lack the votes to pass any legislation on the issue.

Dr. Mark Caleb Smith joins JMN to give in-depth analysis of yesterday's primary in Ohio and the impact former President Donald Trump's candidate endorsement had. He also explores ramifications of the SCOTUS draft leak, and how this situation and the pending decision will be factors in the upcoming election season.