Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Blair looks at the upcoming change to the Supreme Court, as President Biden will nominate a replacement for the retiring Justice Breyer. Biden campaigned on a promise of appointing a Black woman to the Supreme Court, and his nominee is likely to be approved since only a simple majority of support is required in the Senate.

Jared reports on US preparations for a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine. US Troops are on high alert for logistical NATO support deployment, and President Biden has threatened swift and severe economic sanctions in the event of an incursion.

Brent updates us on the Jaguars search for a new head coach - has the choice been made? Signs are pointing to Byron Leftwich, recently OC of the Bucs and former Jags QB (2003-0206), as the next top cat.

Senator Rick Scott joins JMN to share his thoughts about developments in the Ukraine, the national economy, and more.

Blair looks at the potential of a universal coronavirus vaccination, as the pandemic continues with new variants that don't respond as effectively to previous therapies. Vaccine skeptics, though, argue that the virus is now endemic and energies would be better spent on recovery protocols.

WOKV's Lucia Viti profiles Morris Bendit, a holocaust survivor, in honor of this year's Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Jared looks at where and how NATO might deploy troops, and what roles US troops might serve in, if diplomacy fails to prevent an engagement between Russian and Ukraine. US Troops remain on "high alert" currently.

Eben reports on the FDA withdrawing emergency use authorization for monoclonal antibody therapy, instead requiring confirmation that patients suffer from specific types of coronavirus that have been confirmed as responsive to this type of treatment before it might be authorized.

Blair looks at the diplomacy efforts in use attempting to de-escalate tensions about Ukraine developments, and clarifies potential US troop usage in non-combat roles if NATO goes forward with military force deployment.

The FDA has withdrawn authorization for emergency use of monoclonal antibody therapy, forcing treatment sites to close with little or no advance notice effective today. Jessica reports on the local impact this has on patients seeking therapy, including those who were scheduled for treatment today.

Brian joins JMN to share his thoughts on what's happening in the Ukraine, the potential deployment of US forces to NATO ally countries in logistical support role, and his new Saturday night show on Fox News.

Jared looks at the US/NATO preparations in anticipation of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Blair looks at the latest developments in Ukraine, where a Russian invasion appears imminent.

Action News Jax's Robert Grant reports on a new twist in the JEA sales investigation, with new accusations raised by Jacksonville City Councilman Garrett Dennis.

Simon reports from London as the US-Russia talks in Geneva end. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov say that dialogues will continue in the future.

Kirstin reports on the March 4 Life in D.C. today, an annual rally and demonstration protesting Roe v. Wade. This year's demonstration might be different than previous years' events, though, as SCOTUS is once again evaluating abortion laws.

Jared follows up on President Biden's address yesterday, and the Senate votes that failed to pass either (1) filibuster reform, or (2) the voter rights bill. Despite the vote results, vote reform may still see some measure of advancement through executive order or revised legislation proposal.

There is officially NO EXCUSE to not get out and do something this weekend. Sports. Theatre. Movies. Concerts. Speakers. Brews. Lights. Dogs. Markets. Pop ups. The JMN crew has some of the area highlights to keep you entertained this weekend!

After several high-profile legislative defeats, including yesterday's failures to pass filibuster reform or voting rights bills, Blair looks at Democrat options for future legislation projects.

Alicia reports on the "Grumpy's" fire in Middleburg. The popular restaurant suffered from fire and smoke damage last night. Fortunately, there were no injuries and no adjacent businesses were impacted.

President Biden will likely use today's press conference as an opportunity to (try to) persuade any senators on the fence to support the issue of voting rights reform, as the Senate will likely vote on that issue tonight.

Rich Jones looks at the suspended curbside recycling program, what its suspension means to customers and to the landfill workers, and when/if recycling collection will resume.

Blair previews President Biden's press conference today, scheduled for 4pm this afternoon. WOKV will carry the event live.

BREAKING: Alicia reports from a collision resulting in a gas leak near Philips Hwy and Sunbeam Road. The HazMat team is responding.

Jared looks at the likely progression of the voting rights bills debate in Congress, which is to say that the bills are unlikely to progress between filibuster resistance from the Republican senators, and internal party inconsistency amongst Democrats, where Sens. Manchin and Sinema will not support filibuster reform.