Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

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.

Action News Jax's Jake Stofan has the story of a daughter seeking justice for her mother, who died after a collision involving a drunk driver. Tune in to Action News Jax tonight at 5:45pm to hear the unusual twist to the story, and why the daughter feels justice has been denied.

Blair looks at the latest in the SCOTUS leaked draft story. The Court confirmed that the draft was genuine, and that a full investigation on the leak's origin would happen. The Court also reminded the public that the draft is not a binding decision. Meanwhile, legislators on both sides of the aisle have started posturing about codifying laws on the abortion issue. Currently, Dems lack the votes in...

Samantha Manning continues coverage as protests resume outside the Supreme Court, where a leaked draft suggests that SCOTUS will overturn Roe and Casey decisions and return abortion legislation authority to states, removing federal protections. So far, the Court has offered no official statement about the leak or its decision regarding the Mississippi case in question.

Jared looks at the SCOTUS draft, noting that the Court heard arguments for the Mississippi abortion law in question in December, and the leaked draft was prepared in February, as such it is NOT a binding decision draft, but an example of "work product," as Justices continue to debate the issues raised in the case. A final decision is not expected until June, and that decision may or may not be con...

Politico's leaked 98-page document alleging to be a draft of a SCOTUS decision overturning the Roe and Casey decisions has all eyes on the Court. We explore what we know about the draft, how the draft is being received in the political and public spheres, and what this means for recent abortion legislation in Florida and other states. Look for this to be a big talking point on all programs today a...

WOKV political analyst Rick Mullaney joins JMN to discuss the SCOTUS abortion decision leak. and its implications federally and locally. Besides begin a rare and egregious document leak in its own right, if this draft is genuine it starts what Mullaney describes as an "earthquake" of implications for the upcoming primaries and midterm elections. Currently, Politico's published draft has not been i...

Samantha Manning joins JMN, reporting live from outside the Supreme Court Building with updates on the SCOTUS abortion decision leak. News of the leaked decision has already drawn protests, but Justices have been known to change their final decision after composing drafts. The official SCOTUS decision is not expected until June.

Brian joins JMN to share thoughts on the leaked SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe v Wade, and on officially lifting the federal mask mandate on transportation (again). Hear his thoughts now, and tune in for more on these developing stories on the Biran Kilmeade Show from 9am to noon.

Jared checks in fresh off the White House Correspondents Dinner, where Trevor Noah got to make jokes about President Biden to Biden's face (Biden was in attendance) - can't do that in many countries! Jared also has an update about what's to come on the SCOTUS decision agenda as their current term nears its end.

Ben Becker investigates JEA board member (and former chair) John Baker, whose family held and maintained a privileged business relationship with JEA. This could have presented a conflict of interests, but was never disclosed, casting some ethical ambiguity on the board member.

Blair looks at Speaker Pelosi's unannounced visit to Kyiv, where she and other lawmakers personally offered their continued support against Russia.

Jared looks at President Biden's recent aid plans for Ukraine, which at $30BN carries a substantial price tag for products and services rendered.

Brent Martineau looks at the Jag's NFL Draft choices so far, how they stack up against their AFC South rivals, and what players/positions they might look for their remaining draft choices. Get Brent's in-depth analysis on Action Sports Jax 3p-6p on ESPN 690!

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The Jags went defense-heavy in the first round, and don't have another pick until the 3rd round of the NFL Draft. Brent looks ahead at their next choices - possibly a new center, or adding some depth to the wide receiver roster?

Dawn Lopez has a feature exclusive with NFL Hall of Famer and Jacksonville native Leroy Butler. Rich and Dawn preview the story, and you can get the exclusive interview on Action News Jax tonight at 5:45!

Brent breaks down the Jags' Round 1 NFL Draft picks, as the Jags invest in defense positions and impact potential. We'll look at 2nd round prospects later this morning, and get Brent's complete analysis with Action Sports Jax 3-6p on ESPN 690.

Brent has more on the NFL Draft first pick tonight, as the Coach Doug Pedersen era begins. The Jags need help on the O-line. They need depth at TE and RB. But they NEED Defensive players. Join Action Sports Jax on ESPN690 for in depth analysis 3-6p today, and live coverage of the draft starting at 7 tonight.