Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Ben Becker is back with this week's edition of the Original Restaurant Report.

Red Owl Coffee is a recent addition to the Orange Park community. Find out more about the company in the write-up on WOKV.COM.

RECALL REFUNDS - When companies recall a product because it’s dangerous, you’re entitled to a refund, repair or replacement. But a new consumer watchdog report reveals the process for getting that refund isn’t always easy. Last year, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recalled more than 300 products. Researchers found that more than half of those recalls that offered refunds made custom...

Logan reports on the 37th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Breakfast at the Prime Osbourn Convention Center. This year's event is the first time since 2019 that both the Jacksonville NAACP chapter and the Urban League have collaborated on the event.

Alexus reports on the re-opening of the Dollar General in New Town, with mixed responses from the local community. The store was the scene of the racially motivated shooting in August 2023, that left 3 dead and a community shaken.

And then there were three... YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues as Sam looks at the upcoming Iowa caucus, and whether this week's campaign events (Haley/DeSantis debate, Trump live town hall, Christie dropping out) will have any impact on Monday's results. After Iowa, it's on to New Hampshire.

Another weekend in the 904, and once again so much to enjoy! The Jags are done, but you can still get your sports fix with the Jacksonville Icemen at home this weekend. Feeling artsy? Gallery 725 has artwork by John Lennon (yes, THAT John Lennon) on display/for sale. Got kids? Take 'em to the Dinosaur Zoo LIVE at the Florida Theatre. And wow, is there music... Greensky Bluegrass and Kansas both ha...

Action Sports Jax's Brent Martineau joins JMN to look ath the storied careers of University of Alabama's Nick Saban, Seattle Seahawks' Pete Carroll, and New England Patriots' Bill Belichick are all wrapping it up. Hear more with Brent & Friends 3pm-6pm on ESPN 690!

Jared reports on this week's campaign events prior to the Iowa caucus Monday. Between Christie dropping out, the Haley/DeSantis debate, and a live Trump Town Hall, the caucus will show if all this made a difference in candidate selection.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues as WOKV political analyst Rick Mullaney, Director of the JU Public Policy Institute, looks at the hits and misses of the latest GOP candidate debate before Monday's Iowa caucus.

Festival Executive Director Gregory Von Hausch joins JMN to share details about this year's St. Augustine Film Festival, running today through Sunday (Jan 11-14). The emphasis is on female film makers, screening 35 films from around the world, and events will include panels, parties, celebrity guests, and more. Visit StAaugFilmFest.com for tickets and information.

The number of law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty last year dropped by nearly 40 percent compared to the previous year. This is one of the findings released today in a new report from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund today. It shows many officers were killed by gunfire and in traffic-related accidents. Others died from long-term health issues related to the str...

Alexus reports that NWS confirmed an EF-0 tornado in Bartram Park during Tuesday's severe weather. Fortunately, no one was hurt, though there was damage to a number of homes and cars due to uprooted trees.

Logan reports on a proposed city bill aimed to increase sports tourism by drawing NCAA sporting events to Jacksonville.

Samanatha looks at the impeachment hearings targeting Sec. of Homeland Security, orienting on border security and a variety of allegedly related challenges he has failed to address.

Jared looks at tonight's GOP Debate, Trump's live town hall counterprogramming, and Iowa caucus coming up Monday Jan 15.

Mark joins JMN and looks back at yesterday's storm and ahead to tonight's GOP Debate for First Loser, how soon DeSantis should stop hurting his own future chances at a Presidency, Trump's "Immunity Defense," and other topics that might come up in today's "Whatever You Want Wednesday" edition of the Mark Kaye Show, noon to 3pm!

Joathan reports on the latest and largest Houthi rebel attacks on Red Sea trade routes, in an attempt to impede ships headed to Israel. US and UK military ships are in the area offering support and protection, including the Mayport-based USS Mason and USS Carney.

MAYORKAS IMPEACHMENT INQUIRY - Happening today, House Republicans are taking aim at Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and his leadership. GOP lawmakers on a key committee accuse him of implementing policies that have “caused and perpetuated this immigration crisis.” This comes all amid a record flow of migrants crossing into the U.S. in recent months. Ahead of this hearing, Sec. Mayor...

Logan reports on storm damage in the Bartram Park area, following yesterday's severe weather.

Alexus reports on an incident on Macapa Road yesterday, where first responders found two inured men; the first was transported to the hospital, the second was pronounced deceased on scene.

Comedian Pat McGann headlines the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Sat Jan 20, and he joins JMN this morning to share stories from his current tour, performing at Madison Square Garden, and bracing for frosty Winter weather in Chicago right now with dreams of a Florida Beach on the horizon...

Jared reports on Sec. of Defense Austin resuming his duties after delayed reports of his ICU hospitalization. In other DC news, Trump has formally filed his "Presidential Immunity" appeal against Jan 6 charges.

Today, both the House and Senate are back in session, and one of the first priorities is trying to avoid a partial government shutdown later this month. Over the weekend, leaders from both parties announced a possible agreement. It would provide $886 billion in defense spending and $704 billion for domestic programs. The plan also includes $20 billion in cuts from the IRS, plus $6 billion cut from...

Alex reports on JEA preparations in advance of the severe weather expected to pass through the area later today.