Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Annette Gutierrez reports that the LaVilla neighborhood of Downtown Jacksonville will be the site for a new $300-mllion technology-oriented UF graduate campus, and gets local reactions to the announcement and the anticipated impact on urban growth and investment in years to come.

WOKV salutes Detective Lauren Cribbs of the JSO Special Assault Cold Case Unit, recently named as the Detective Of The Month.

Jared joins JMN with updated reports on President Biden's largest act of commutation in presidential history, featuring mass pardons or commutations for some +/- 1500 persons convicted of non-violent crimes. Additionally, Jared has the latest on FBI Director Christopher Wray's announced resignation at the end of Biden's term.

The holiday vibe is in the air all over the 904 this weekend. Starting tonight, you've got the Trans Siberian Orchestra performing at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena. The Florida Theatre presents the Community Nutcracker this weekend, and also feature The Fab 4's "USA meets The Beatles" for a 60th anniversary tribute. The Symphony presents Handel's Messiah in Jacoby Hall. Still doing your holiday s...

Jared joins JMN to talk about how President Biden is asking President Elect Trump not to mess with the policies that have been placed under the Biden administration which is set up to help the US Economy get better over time.

Jared joins JMN to talk about the continued funds that is being sent to Ukraine from the Biden administration.

Greg joins JMN to talk about the final 12 NCAA football teams that have made it to the playoffs and how Jacksonville will be hosting Ole MIss and Duke in this year's TaxSlayer Gator Bowl

Jared joins JMN to talk about the US military presence in Syria to help fight ISIS and also the Russian military presence in Syria as well.

WOKV recognizes Officer Allie Ford and Clinician Bree Roberts from the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.

Ryan reports on the latest in the Trump assassination attempts investigation. Meanwhile, on the heels of the controversial Hunter Biden pardon, rumors of possible "preemptive pardons" from the Biden administration have GOP talking heads riled up.

Stuart Davis, First Florida Credit Union, joins JMN to discuss how the Family Focus Holiday Toy Drive impacts children undergoing medical care during the holiday season.

Beth Heath and Jerry Smith from the We Can Be Heroes Foundation join JMN to share details about tomorrow's Pearl Harbor Day Luncheon at VyStar Veterans Memorial Stadium.

JMN is live outside of Maggiano's Italian Restaurant, joining in for the Action News Jax Family Focus Holiday Toy Drive for Wolfson Children's Hospital. Drop off a new, unwrapped toy donation starting at 8am, to bring some holiday cheer to families undergoing care.

Jared reports on the latest controversies surrounding Trump administrative nominations, details President Biden's return from a visit to Africa.

Tons of fun, holiday and otherwise, going on in the 904 this weekend. In the Moran Theatre, it's "Ain't Too Proud To Beg - the life & times of The Temptations," the Broadway touring show featuring some outstanding legacy music. Across the hall, the Jacksonville Symphony presents the 2024 Holiday Pops series, with all your favorite seasonal tunes and special guests from the Jacksonville Choir, the...

Curtis Dvorak, the Wildlife Wanderer from the Jacksonville Zoo, joins JMN to share what's new and what's going on for the holidays at the Jacksonville Zoo. Events include Colors of the Wild, Winter Wonderland, Reindeer Games, and more -- and Santa is coming tomorrow!

Trump looks to an alternative leader for the Dept. of Defense, after issues with Pete Hegseth continue to erode confidence in him as a nominee. Could Gov. DeSantis be headed to the DoD cabinet post instead? That's the latest rumor in Trump's "Make America Florida" campaign.

David Marovich, VyStar, and Claire Chinn, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Jacksonville, join JMN to share details of the Light Up The House 5K event on Friday Dec 6 starting at 5pm. You don't have to run (or walk, or dance, or whatever!) the 5K to participate in the block party, just come out and have fun. The Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville is at 824 Children's Way in San Marco, and your...

Aaron Bowman, Executive Director for USO Florida (United Service Organization) joins JMN to discuss their specialized USO license plates program. Portions of the fee for these plates would go to support military families in Florida, and various programs in support of service personnel. Visit the DMV website or visit WWW.USO.ORG/SPECIALTYLICENSEPLATE to preorder.

Jared reports on President Biden's "blanket pardon" for his son Hunter, and what information has been obtained regarding the decision's evolution since the weekend announcement.

Brian joins JMN to share thoughts on President Biden pardoning his son, and the criticism this decision is being met with. Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show 10am to noon.

Kristin Plum, Healthy Aging Coordinator, and Joann Winfield, a program participant, discuss the Healthy Aging programs at YMCA, where there is a whole lot more going on than "just a gym." Various community group activities are available to promote social, physical, and mental health.

Mindy Loving discusses the Adaptive Wellness Program at the Winston Family YMCA, and their partnership with Brooks Rehabilitation in providing health improvement programs. Daryl Holton also joins, to share how this program provides him a recovery and recreational resource.

Mallory Duncan and Rachel Mills discuss the Winston Family YMCA Giving Tree, and share some details about how your donations impact families from the Giving Tree in the community. Every YMCA hosts its own Giving Tree, so you can participate at the nearest YMCA location to your neighborhood.

President Biden issued a pardon to his son Hunter last night, after months of assurance that he would not take that action. Jared recaps the details, and the expected political and socially critical reactions.