Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

TUE – Have you used a medical data test site, like 23-And-Me? They had a big data breach! And even if they didn’t, your data privacy isn’t guaranteed on sites like that. You could be putting your data at risk – to insurance companies, scammers, or worse!

Many factors contribute to the rising costs of energy and fuel, most recently including the growth of AI/data centers and oil costs relative to international conflicts. Sean Gallagher, Sr. VP of Policy, Solar Energy Industries Assoc., joins JMN to advocate for solar power as an alternative power resource for private consumers and industries that could offset increasing demands and costs.

Clay Co. Commissioner Betsy Condon joined JMN to discuss a public budget workshop Tuesday, March 10, at 9am in Green Cove Springs. The workshop will include discussions on infrastructure projects shaping the County’s future.

Iran named Mojtaba Khamenei as Supreme Leader, succeeding his father. Trump doesn’t approve. Meanwhile, oil prices soar while missiles continue to drop. And a 7th US serviceman has died from injuries in a strike on Saudi Arabia early in this conflict.

Today starts the 9th annual Tenikka's Books For Kids book drive. Action News Jax's Tenikka Hughes created this initiative to promote children's literacy. Visit ActionNewsJax.com to see how you can donate.

MON – Do your kids have cell phones? Clark shares a tip on limiting their use – so kids stay focused in school and learn to interact with people – not screens.

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens with Wildlife Wanderer Curtis Dvorak, as the J. Wayne and Delores Barr Weaver Manatee River rehabilitation and habitat center is officially open. It's because of animal care facilities like this, and the conservation efforts supported by the local community, that make the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens among the best zoos in the country...

Action News Jax's State & Local Government Reporter Jake Stofan updates the latest from the current Florida Legislative Session, with attention focusing on the Rodman Reservoir and Kirkpatrick Dam on the Ocklawaha River. There is also some concern over SJC (sub)urban development. After the current session concludes, there will be a Special Legislative Session coming up specifically to address prop...

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens with Mayor Donna Deegan, as she celebrates the new Manatee River exhibit, and the research and conversation resources that make this one of the best Zoos in the nation -- that's not just hyperbole, it's recognized by USA Today! Hundreds of families have turned out for this morning's premiere opening, highlighting Jacksonville's commitment to...

As the Israel/US vs Iran conflict continues, gas prices have creeped up this week following the operations -- and are likely to get higher, and stay there, for the duration.

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens with Derek Mock from the Education Department of the Jax Zoo. He helps guests learn about rescue and rehabilitation mission of the Manatee River facility, in cooperation with MRRP (Mandatee Rescue & Rehabilitation Partnership) and FWC. The goal is to rescue, rehab, and release manatees back into the wild -- but to allow guests to learn about...

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens with Dr. Jeff Ettling, President of the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens. While crowds celebrate the opening of the new VyStar Skyscape Entrance and J. Wayne & Delores Barr Weaver Manatee River, he emphasizes that the mission is conservation.

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens with Kena Herrera, a 23-yo environmental science student at UNF. She was at the Zoo before 4am today, and was STILL the 2nd person in line! She recognized that this is a once-in-a-lifetime ecology experience to be part of the Manatee River rehabilitation & habitat debut.

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens, with Carolyn LaRose, Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens Board Member. She shares the Board's (and the general public's) excitement about today's debut of the Manatee River rehabilitation and habitat exhibit, as hundreds have shown up hours before the Zoo even opens.

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens, showcasing the "ReZOOvenation" with the new VyStar Skyscape Entrance and the J. Wayne & Delores Barr Weaver Manatee River habitat. Wildlife Wanderer Curtis Dvorak joins JMN with details of the new features.

This week's local business spotlight is on Emangeo's Brick Oven Pizza, serving fresh pizza with that New Haven style char! They have locations in Baymeadows, Green Cove Springs, and a mobile Food Truck for events near you! Visit EMANGEOSBRICKOVENPIZZA.COM for more info!

FRI – One of the big drivers for inflation is the rising cost of energy. Why is power getting so much more expensive? Clark says it is because of increased big data centers and artificial intelligence. We’re paying the increasing costs, while big tech companies are making billions and trillions! Clark looks at ways we can change that.

Hubbard House is launching a new domestic violence initiative, raising awareness through a partnership with TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico. Hubbard House CEO Dr. Gail Patin and TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico President Kevin Kendrick join JMN to discuss the intiative. TOTE will unveil a 40-foot shipping container with Hubbard House branding to raise awareness of domestic violence and the support available fo...

Chase Robinson from First Coast Crime Stoppers joins JMN to promote their upcoming 12th Annual Charity Sporting Clay Shoot, April 9 at Jacksonville Clay Target Sports. The fundraiser benefits FCCS Non-Profit 501(c)(3). Visit FCCRIMESTOPPERS.COM for registration information. If you have a tip that could help solve a crime, call 866-845-TIPS (8477).

THU – Clark says that health care was the biggest growth industry last year. That doesn’t just mean doctors, nurses, and techs though – there are lots of health-care-adjacent fields – like technology, insurance, and mechanical and skilled labor – are needed in hospital systems. So your skills may be more transferable to health care than you realize!

Jeff McCausland looks at the possible duration and escalating costs of Operation: Epic Fury, a legitimate concern on the heels of the previous twenty-year war in Afghanistan. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will visit CENTCOM (US Central Command) in Tampa today, to receive updates on the latest engagements and troop/resource deployment, as agendas include evacuating Americans from the region, pr...

OEF latest - Iran's continued attcks throughout the Middle East continues to disrupt global shipping, transportation, and travel. Jonathan looks at what's being done to get stuck Americans out of the region, by means of government and/or chartered flights.

WOKV military analyst Col. Chris Budihas joins JMN with insight on the latest developments in Operation: Epic Fury. There is global concern about the methods used to take out Iranian leadership, but the majority of opinions regard it as a positive and necessary change. While there is favor for the mission's broad goals of regime change, democracy advancement, and nuclear limitation, there is also...

A new study says Gen Z and Millennials drink less, and work out more. FOX News's Tonya Powers has the details.

Doug Alred, Gate River Run longtime director, shares details of this year's event and memories of events past since its inauguation in 1978. The Runners' Expo is today and Friday, 10am-6pm, at Mandarin Point Shopping Center (12200 San Jose Blvd). The Gate River Run has a new start & finish point downtown, with the run itself Saturday starting at 8am. Visit GATERIVERRUN15K.COM for more information.