Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Chris Budihas (Ret), host of First Coast Military Life, joins Rich Jones at the Center for Performing Arts for the COJ MIlitary Appreciation and Veterans Day Breakfast. Budihas discusses the nature of military service, and the role of service personnel in the Jacksonville community.

Rich Jones is live at the Center for Performing Arts, as the City of Jacksonville hosts a Military Appreciation and Veterans Day Breakfast event. COJ Director of Military Affairs Harrison Conyers joins Rich to discuss today's Veterans Day Parade, and stories from Jacksonville's veteran community. (Edtitor's note: there are digital audio issues mid-interview)

The Supreme Court rejects a call to overturn its landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide in 2015. Former Kentucky court law clerk Kim Davis's appeal against the decision was turned away, preserving the previously decided legalization and upholding Davis's having to pay previously-ordered damages from a case heard in lower courts.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio heads to Canada to take part in a big G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. Jonathan looks at the G7 agenda and expected discussion points, including maritime security, the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, and trade matters for rare minerals.

Clark has a warning about Veteran’s Day SCAMS. If you get a notice that says you were overpaid and need to send a refund – don’t pay it. Check with the VA!

Brent looks at the rise and catastrophic fall of the Jags vs. the Houston Texans yesterday. What do the Jags need to fix? CAN they fix it? What can the fans expect from the rest of the season, starting with the Chargers coming to town next weekend?

Every neighborhood has them, and they can cause expensive damage - like bent rims, busted axles, and more. Action News Jax's Chandler Morgan looks at the state of potholes on Jacksonville roads, what neighborhoods and roads have the worst potholes, how you can reports them, and why it takes so long to get them fixed. See the full feature report tonight at 5:45pm on Action News Jax on CBS47 and FOX...

As we move into Day 41 of the government "shutdown," the US Senate looks like they've reached terms for a resolution to "re-open" the government with temporary funding through January. A formal vote is still required, along with the re-approval of the House before an agreement resolution can be approved by President Trump.

Chase Robinson from First Coast Crime Stoppers joins JMN, with guest Perrin Todd, to discuss how community outreach and tips helped to solve an animal cruelty case regarding an injured Great Dane nicknamed "Miracle" after his roadside discovery. It was later learned that the dog's name was Oak; sadly, Oak has passed as a result of his injuries. This is the first incident of First Coast Crime Stopp...

The COP 30 Global Climate Change Conference begins in Brazil today. The US is not participating, which raises concerns about how effective any conference resolutions could be without American involvement. In other world news, there is a leadership shakeup at the BBC following an editing scandal with a President Trump interview.

Clark has a holiday shopping tip. This year, batteries are probably NOT included. But you can save a bundle on batteries if you know where to shop.

Jud Heussler joins JMN for the last time this morning during the first day of the Hope Comes Home radiothon.

Jud joins Jacksonville's Morning News in hour three of the radiothon put on by EASY 102.9.

Toni Foxx with EASY 102.9 joins us while she's at the Hope Comes Home event in support of Ronald McDonald House Jacksonville. Today marks the first day of a three day radiothon in support of the organization.

FOX's Eben Brown joins Rich and Kristine to discuss United State Representative and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's decision not to run for another year.

The first hour of a three day radiothon to support Ronald McDonald House Jacksonville has come and gone. Jud Heussler of EASY 102.9 leads the planning for the radiothon.

Josh Knotts, Extreme Illusions & Escapes, talks with Rich Jones about his second year at the Jacksonville Fair and how he's adding even more thrills to his show.

Andre Bullock, Dre's Place BBQ talks with Rich Jones about his 22-year run as a food vendor at the Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair.

Rich Jones speaks with Andy Deggeller, operator of rides at the Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair, talks about safety and fun!

Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair CEO Bill Olson talks with Rich Jones about the 70th annual fair, which is celebrating its final year downtown.

Kristine Bellino invites Perrin Todd on to the show, the woman who attempted to rescue Miracle the Great Dane.

First Coast Crime Stoppers Chase Robinson joins Rich and Kristine to highlight the case of Miracle, an abused Great Dane that sadly did not survive after they were found terribly malnourished.

Jonathan Savage joins Rich and Kristine to discuss the latest transfer of hostage remains from Gaza into Israel.

President of Feeding Northeast Florida Susan King gives us more information on the Duval Care Coalition, formed to support Jacksonville residents in need during the historic government shutdown we find ourselves in.

Toni Foxx highlights a house party being thrown by Ronald McDonald House Jacksonville to support its upcoming radiothon.