Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Jessica has an update about a Mandarin apartment structure fire fire from earlier this morning.

Kirstin reports on what’s next for voting rights bills before the Senate. Today, the Senate is scheduled to debate two voting rights bills that Democrats say would make it easier for people to vote and reverse efforts by several states to limit ballot access. This comes after thousands marched led by MLK’s family through DC yesterday on MLK Day, calling on the Senate to take action on these bills.

BREAKING: Jessica reports on an apartment fire on the 11000 block of Old St. Augustine Road. Fortunately, there are no injuries associated with the fire, but Red Cross has been contacted to assist displaced residents. JFRD reports that the fire is under control, and the state fire marshal has been requested to inspect the scene.

Brian joins JMN to discuss the Voting Rights Bill before Congress, and its inevitable failure before the Senate due to a Republican filibuster and internal party dissent among Democrats. Majority leader Schumer is expected to call for a vote on rules changes regarding the filibuster, but that measure too is expected to fail without full party support, as Senators Manchin (D-WV) and Sinema (D-AZ) c...

Jared reports that Congress is back in session despite the national holiday (MLK Day), as the Majority Leader pressures senators to support passing voting rights reform legislation. Despite Democrat posturing, there is a lack sufficient support within the Senate to advance the legislation, particularly after last week's failure to pass reforms for the filibuster.

Alicia reports on local travel impacts from a severe storm front passing through the Southeast. While Jacksonville isn't experiencing the severe weather directly, its impact has been felt in flight delays & cancellations.

Lucia Viti sits down with Cora Tyson, a friend and collaborator with Dr. King, who provided a safe house and headquarters during the St. Augustine Movement.

Rick Mullaney breaks down the Supreme Court decisions regarding OSHA workplace vaccine mandates, and health care worker vaccination mandates, and why these decisions have qualified differences.

Jared reports on the latest legislative impasse between due to ongoing resistance from Senators Manchin and Sinema, who will not support filibuster reform. With filibuster obstruction in place, this also means that the proposed voting reform legislation advocated by President Biden will not advance.

Blair reports on the SCOTUS decision blocking OSHA vaccine mandates for large companies, but with a modified response regarding certain health care workers.

Jared reports on President Biden meeting with Senate Democrats today, particularly party dissidents Manchin and Sinema, to solicit support for filibuster reform. This, in turn, would facilitate passing voting legislation that is expected to be fast tracked through the Senate in the next several days.

Looking for something to do this weekend? This weekend, Jacksonville has it all - hockey, comedy, live music, pop up markets, theatre, and more! The JMN crew has your events list here, or check out Madison Roberts' write-up on WOKV.com for a ton of fun things to do this weekend!

BREAKING: Alicia reports live from a Northside fire at JR's Seafood Restaurant on Main Street, just past Zoo Parkway.

Councilman Matt Carlucci joins JMN to discuss the ongoing recycling pickup issue. He will be hosting a meeting on this topic and possible solutions at 10am this morning at City Hall.

Blair looks at the Freedom to Vote Act, and the John Lewis Voter Rights, both of which were talking points in President Biden's visit to Atlanta yesterday. While there are probably not enough votes to advance either bill beyond the Senate currently, Majority Leader Schumer wants to force a vote to get people on the record.

Jared looks at President Biden's desire to reform the filibuster rule and pass voting reform legislation. Senate Majority Leader Schumer is pushing for a vote soon; Republicans object to these measures as "a power grab."

Blair reports on the Consumer Price Index report expected out this morning. Severe inflation is expected to be confirmed in the report, bolstered in part by increased costs domestically and reported European market inflation. The White House contends that this inflation could be offset by the Build Back Better plan, but that bill is currently blocked in the Senate.

Alicia reports on a late night fatal house fire in Grand Park, that left an elderly woman dead and two children in the hospital.

Jared previews President Biden's to Georgia and where voting rights/election reform bill stands.

John Kennedy, Capital Bureau reporter for the USA TODAY NETWORK, reviews key points of the next Florida legislative session agenda, include budgets, COVID-19 policies, school board elections, and contingent plans if Governor DeSantis should seek reelection or campaign for a higher office.

Blair reports on the President's trip to Georgia, where he is campaigning for support of voting rights. A voting rights reform bill is a cornerstone campaign promise from the Biden administration, but before voting reform could pass, Democrats want to pass a change to filibuster rules. Besides the obligatory Republican opposition, Democrats face resistance from their usual contrarians, Senator Sin...

Brian Kilmeade takes a look at President Biden & Vice President Harris's trip to Atlanta, campaigning the issue of voting rights. Per Brian, Republicans are allowing Democrats to write the narrative about recent voting legislation changes.

Jared reports on the SCOTUS review of Biden/OSHA vaccination mandates. The Court heard arguments for and against mandates last week, and an official Supreme Court opinion could be issued at any time. Originally, mandates would have taken effect today for large corporations.

Brent Martineau from ESPN 690 joins JMN to review the Jaguars final game of the season, where the Jags had their best performance and a win to close things out. The post-season plans include some major changes in team coaching & administration personnel, plus the first pick in the draft again.

Chantelle Navarro has the latest information on comedian Bob Saget, who was found dead at the Ritz Carlton Orlando hotel less than 24 hours after his Saturday night performance at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall.