Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Blair reports on the President & First Lady's visit to Buffalo to console families of those killed in the mass shooting there last weekend. Besides the shooter, additional arrests have been made on charges of related threats via social media. There is talk among lawmakers to design/introduce charges of domestic terrorism, but critics fear that may be too broad a charge.

Over the weekend, a mass shooting incident in a Buffalo NY suburb drew national attention. WAPE 95.1 and Easy 102.9's Jud Heussler was in Amherst NY nearby, and recounts the local experience as that story unfolded over the weekend.

Emily Turner investigates a flea control dog collar that may be doing more harm than good, as a number of pets are getting sick from the medicated coating. Tune in to Action News Jax tonight at 5:45 for the full story!

Blair looks at the WH response to increasing gas prices.

Jared reports on the WH taking action in the nationwide baby formula shortage ... not that there's a whole lot they can do. The shortage stems in large part from Abbott Nutrition's FDA-ordered factory closures after a recall, and alleged delays in supply chain delivery.

Brent joins JMN to break down the Jaguars' 2022 schedule, key games and angles for the new season, and makes an early guesstimate of how the season will go. Get a deeper dive on the new schedule and next season's expectations with Brent Martineau and Austen Lane on Action Sports Jax 3-6p on ESPN 690!

Garrett joins JMN to discuss the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Man/Woman of the Year fundraiser. Join Garrett and make your donation to the LLS here: https://pages.lls.org/mwoy/ncfl/jax22/gbedenbaugh

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.