Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

You hear him form 10am to noon daily, and today Brian Kilmeade takes a break from his "Summer Retreat" to join JMN with thoughts on Florida rain, what's happening with the Fed, and how ICE is under attack "from within." Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show after JMN!

TSA's Acting Administrator Adam Stahl discusses some changes with TSA security processes of benefit to military travelers and their families, plus some adjustments to security processes for civilian travelers.

Ryan reports with the latest DC headlines, as Congress looks at FEMA funding and reorganization possibilities after the latest Texas flooding tragedies. Additionally, testimony is expected regarding former President Biden's medical and mental health during his administration. And budget cut realities are setting in as Congress looks at what programs they can actually afford to do after Trump's Big...

You hear him nightly on Fox Across America, and on Wednesday mornings we get to visit with Jimmy Failla on JMN. Todays's topics? Trump as a crowdwork comic, the Epstein files debacle, Fat Elvis, betting on basbeall, and more. Join Jimmy Failla for Fox Across America tonight at 6pm on WOKV!

When originally issued, the Biden-era $147 million federal grant for the Emerald Trail was the largest grant awarded in Jacksonville history. With a recently passed Trump administration budget bill, though, that grant has been rescinded, leaving Emerald Trail funding with an ambigous future. Groundwork Jacksonville's Kay Ehas joins JMN to discuss the Emeral Trail's future funding challenges.

Clay County Electric customers are facing a rate increase of approximately $6/mo or $72/year. The hike will be the topic of a Clay County Commissioners Board workshop at 9am this morning. County Commissioner Leroy Edwards joins JMN to discuss the hike proposal, and his opposition to the rate increase.

Action News Jax's Chandler Morgan looks at a blossoming vacation and/or business trend - Home Swapping. Say you want to travel to where-ever, and someone there wants to visit Jax? There's an online platform that allows you to coordinate a home swap so you both could avoid some of that hotel/AB&B expense. Hear the whole story about how this works and who's doing it, with Chandler Morgan on Action N...

Jared reports on a White House evisit from Israel Prime Minister Netanyahu, with discussion topics including the ongoing violence in Gaza and the recent attacks on Iranian nuclear research facilities. Trump is also looking at tariff activations later this week, and is making plans to visit Texas flood areas later this week.

Finn reports on a roadway cave-in along Bay Street in the Stadium District, outside of the Maxwell House plant. JEA crews have been working since last night to resolve the pipe collapse some 14 feet below the roadway that has resulted in most lanes in the area being closed. No repair resolution ETA is determined yet, so drivers are advised to plan alternate routes for that area TFN.

Over 150 million hotdogs are on the menu nationally over the 4th of July weekend, not to mention pulled pork, ribs, steaks, burgers, etc. Amber Canavan of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) dsicusses a protest demonstration in advance of the 4th of July, advocating for meat alternatives. Locally, the "Hell on Wheels" truck will be outside The Bearded Pig restaurant at 1224 Kings Av...

Democat Josh Weil recently annoucned his candidacy for US Senate, opposing incumbent Republican Ashley Moody. Moody was appointed to fill the vacated seat when Marco Rubio took a position in the Trump Administation. Weil shares his concerns over current Republican-led policies in Florida, the Alligator Alcatraz detention center, and more. The next general election for a Florida seat in the US Sena...

Jared reports on the latest DC developments, as the House is expected to vote on, and pass, President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" this morning, despite rejections from all Democrat representatives and several key Republican holdouts.

Garrett joins JMN to discuss the weather forecast for the July 4th holiday weekend and what we can expect in terms of rain and temperatures.

Jared joins JMN to talk about the spending bill latest. Are members of Congress trying to make President Trump's holiday weekend deadline? Or are they not too worried because the actual deadline isn't until August.

Kathy Richardson joins JMN to talk about how Clay County is looking to increase it's utility tax from 4% to 10% and what to do if any members have any concerns about the increase. If it passes it would take place in January of 2026

Chris Johnson joins JMN to talk about a new pediatric clinic, Bluebird Kids Health, that opens it's doors today on the Westside of Jacksonville.

Lindsey Pessia from CCF, and Zach Salzer from 4 Rivers Smokehouse share details of the "Round Up" fundraiser, where you can round up your purchase or make a flat donation, and proceeds this month will go to the Child Cancer Fund, helping local families meet their expenses as they face pediatric cancer challenges. Visit either location of 4 Rivers Smokehouse for a great lunch and a chance to give,...

Jared reports on President Trump's visit to "Alligator Alcatraz," and has the latest on congressional efforts to advance the "One Big Beautiful Bill" legislation -- a Senate vote may happen as soon as today, but is there sufficient support to pass it?

Dr. Kent Thielen, VP of Mayo Clinic and CEO of Mayo Clinic Florida, joins JMN to share details about the $50 million gift from the Berg family, and how it will be applied toward research innovations.

Brian joins JMN with thoughts on Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," as the Senate works toward a possible vote to adance the measure before a self-imposed July 4 deadline, and the alleged impacts passing that bill might have.

Tonya reports on a new poicy of college athletes being compensated from their schools, as part of a Name and Likeness lawsuit settlement from 2020. Compensations from this settlement are in addition to any scholarship awards, and are expected to be allocated by percentiles across various sports, with the largest shares going to football athletes...which is sure to draw additional litigation.

Curtis Dvorak, the Wildlife Wanderer for Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens, joins JMN with details about this weekend's Tunes and Blooms event, upcoming $5 Days, and more. Do you have your Zoo membership yet?

Ryan reports on the weekend efforts in the Senate to move Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" forward, as Republican holdouts capitulated on a vote to proceed, while Democrat objectors wanted the 1000+ page document read on the floor so everyone (esp. fellow senators who didn't bother to read the bulky proposal) could know what's actually in its pages. 9am is the target start for today's "Vote-a-rama...

Ashley Smith Thomas, CEO of Freedom's Fund USA, discusses Friday's Supreme Court rulings as SCOTUS wrapped their term for summer break. Among the decisions issued, the Court addressed the scope of lower court injunctions to stop federal executive orders, in this case relative to Trump's recent XO limiting birthright citizenship. The remaining issue of actual constitutionality or executive authorit...

Dorothy's Downtown is the latest addition to Jacksonville's eatery experiences, at 21 East Adams Street in the space formerly known as Burrito Gallery. Visit DOROTHYSDOWNTOWN.COM for more information, walk ins are welcome but reservations are recommended.