Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Dr. Christine Cauffield of LSF Health joins JMN, with suggestions on how to cope with mental health issues in light of current events -- the Charlie Kirk assassination, 9/11 reflections, the recent school shooting in Denver, political vitriol, and more. This can be particularly challenging for young people who don't have experience and coping mechanisms, but is also relevant for those who have car...

Local realtor Andrew Linn of ERA ONETEAM joins JMN, to discuss current trends in mortgage rate reductions, and what impacts this has on local real estate pricing and availability.

Are you planning a vacation flight, or cruise, or tour? Clark has tips on how to protect your travel bookings, and why you never pay for travel with cash or a debit card!

This week's local business feature is on The Happy Cake Shop, located in the Shoppes of Avondale on St. Johns Avenue. Visit them in person or online at THEHAPPYCAKESHOP.COM, and remember to live life one cupcake at a time!

Erick Erickson joins JMN to share thoughts on Charlie Kirk, and how people are reacting to his assassination, on top of the tumult of 9/11 emotions. Hear more on the Erick Erickson Show from noon to 3pm today.

Ryan reports on lawmaker reactions to the Charlie Kirk assassination yesterday. A press conference about the investigation should happen around 9am today. Meanwhile, 9/11 memorial ceremonies and events continue in New York City, at the Pentagon, and in Shanksville PA.

WOKV law enforcement expert Steve Hauck, host of the Watching Your Six podcast, updates the investigation details known to date and how this investigation might proceed. Additionally, Steve looks at how security can be deployed for events like this, and notes similarities to the 2024 Trump shooting event in Pennsylvania.

Clark warns about scams attacking your retirement accounts, and has tips on how you can protect your money!

Skip Cole, St Johns County Sheriff's Office Director of the Criminal Investigations Division, updates details on a fatal shooting.

A federal judge ruled that Fed Reserve Governor Lisa Cook can keep her job, determining that a President Trump has no legitimate cause for her termination. In other news, GOP legislators are looking for ways around Democrat delays in approving presidential nominations. And the 9/30 government shutdown deadline looms closer, likely requiring another continuing resolution as Congress faces failing t...

Fox Across America's Jimmy Failla joins JMN. Traffic delays have some Jax drivers stuck on the tops of area bridges, which can be scary if you're afraid of heights -- Jimmy explains that with driving a cab in NYC, he's scared of heights too (like Washington Heights, and Crown Heights!). That leads to Taxi cab traffic nightmares in NYC, and remembering 9/11 -- when all Americans got along until abo...

Clark has another SCAM ALERT – this time, about people selling FAKE HEALTH INSURANCE!

Brian Kilmeade joins JMN to share thoughts on Trump's alleged "birthday card" released to the public domain from the Epstein files, the President's plans to deploy National Guard troops for law enforcement in Chicago and Baltimore, and the Jaguars' season start with a big win. Hear more every weekday on the Brian Kilmeade Show, 10am to noon.

Ryan reports on the release of assorted Epstein documents, including the so-called "birthday card" allegedly from Donald Trump. The President denies its authenticity. In other news, Virginia holds a special Congressional election for their 11th district today, which may narrow the Republican majority in the House.

Erick shares thoughts on a number of developing headlines, including tariff impacts, Trump's plans to deploy immigration raids in Chicago and Baltimore, the Epstein Birthday Card scandal, and more (and all this may go out the window as new stories keep developing!). Hear more on the Erick Erickson Show from noon to 3pm!

Greg Caldwell of St. Johns Co. Public Works joins JMN, with details of new traffic patterns for the US1 / Pine Island Road exchange.

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Are you shopping for a new car? Clark has a tip that could save you $7500, but there’s a time limit on availability – and a catch!

Action News Jax's Finn Carlin reports on a house fire on Sherrington Street this morning. JFRD, JSO, JEA and a hazmat team responded, with 4 people (2 adults and 2 children) taken to the hospital. WOKV and Action News Jax will provide additional information as the story develops.

Col. Chris Budihas (ret) joins JMN to discuss President Trump's use of military force in the "war on drugs," specifically deploying military force against a drug boat last week. Where does the gray line on military use authorization solidify into requiring Congressional approval against Venezuela, the Caribbean, or specific cartel organizations? And what will this mean locally with regard to the S...

Ryan looks at developments on the National Defense Authorization Act affecting military funding and DOD budgets. and the upcomig government shutdown deadline (9/30). And of course there's discussion about President Trump's attemp to rename the Department of Defense to the War Department. Officially, that would require approval by Congress, and involves MUCH more than just verbal rebranding.

You know Curtis Dvorak as a former Jackson De Ville, and the current Wildlife Wanderer for the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens. But DID YOU KNOW he's a golfer too? Curtis joins JMN to discuss his new venture -- a golf course/charity hole-in-one attraction at Blue Sky Golf Club in Arlington, called "Pop's Hole-in-One Challenge." The venture debuts on Sep 12. Not a golfer? Try your luck with th...

This week's local business spotlight is on B. Reed Coaching. Their mission is to offer structured coaching, practical resources, and Spirit-led insight to help clients navigate transitions and grow through life experiences. Visit "breedcoaching.com" for more information.

Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh joins JMN with a detailed look at the weekend forecast., and how the heat and humidity are returning just in time for the Jaguars game Sunday!

Action Sports Jax's Brent Martineau looks at the new Jaguars season -- with the home debut of new leadership with coach Liam Coen, new on-field energy with rookie Travis Hunter, and a new physicality-oriented playbook. The Jags kick off their new season Sunday at 1pm, hosting the Carolina Panthers. Watch the game on FOX30.