Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Jared looks at the political and business agendas of the Trump/Xi summit in China, as major US business leaders look to make deals between the two largest global economies. Trump will likely encourage China to pressure Iran toward a ceasefire in the US/Iran conflict. Will the breaking espionage issues with former Arcadia, CA Mayor Eileen Wang pleading guilty to spying for China be a conversatonal...

Erick looks at the recent headlines regarding the US and China -- the Arcadia, CA Mayor Eileen Wang has plead guilty to spying for China. What information has she shared, and how will this impact the Trump/Xi summit scheduled to happen this week? And what's going on with Alabama's redistricting maps? How will this affect upcoming elections, or OTHER states' proposals to redistrict their states? Al...

All passengers have been evacuated from the MV Hondius, aka the "hantavirus cruise." The 18 American passengers have been quarantined -- 16 at the Unviersity of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, 2 at Emory University Medical Center in Atlanta. They will be quarantined until such time as doctors determin that the incubation window has passed and, if asymptomatic, they may then be sent home. So far...

Brian Kilmeade checks in with JMN and shares opinions about Trump's announced intention to suspend the gas tax, whether the US is likely to re-engage in active military conflict with Iran (...aren't we already, though?), and possible talking points in the upcoming Trump/Xi summit.

President Trump says that the Iran ceasefire is on "life support," after rejecting their latest ceasefire proposal. Trump travels to China to meet with President Xi, and is expected to address fuel concerns related to Iran and the Strait of Hormuz conflict, and tensions between China and Taiwan. Meanwhile, Europe rejects Putin’s pick for peace mediator after claim Ukraine war is ‘coming to an end....

TUE – Clark looks at rental costs. Now is a great time to shop around for rental costs, they’re averaging as low as they were 5 years ago!

Wade Wilson from Turner Pest Control joins JMN. It's "swarm season," and Wade has all the details you need to know to recognize if termites are active in your area, and what to do about them if they've swarmed your home. And you've heard about it in the current cruise passengers story -- Wade breaks down the risks of hantavirus.

This weekend (Sat May 16, 8am-6pm) at The Yards in Ponte Vedra, it's the 3rd Annual Smoothie King Crown Cup Pickleball Tournament. Want to play? You've got to get registered ASAP! Want to watch? Come out and enjoy! Visit WALWASHINGTON.COM to register and learn more about the Mal Washington Youth Foundation!

President Trump heads to China this week. FOX News's Tonya Powers looks at the agenda Trump plans to address with President Xi.

President Trump has rejected the latest Iran proposal to end hostilities and reinstate order and commerce through the Strait of Hormuz. The continuing restrictions in trade and oil exports from the region are driving global fuel costs higher, with no end in sight.

Eben has the latest on New Mexico v Meta trial, over alleged harm to children. The "2nd phase" of this lawsuit seeks to declare Meta a "public nuisance," with potential penalties and obligatory platform changes amounting to nearly $4 billion.

MON – Clark looks at surcharges – they’re everywhere! When you’re comparing prices for goods or services, ask yourself – is the price, "the price?" Or are you paying junk fees too?

Chase Robinson, Executive Director of First Coast Crime Stoppers, joins JMN with updates on some cases they're working on, upcoming events, and a reminder that your anonymity is always protected when you provide tips, and those tips could receive rewards if they lead to resolutions. The tip line is 866-845-TIPS (8477) .

JU Coach John Galloway shares details about the men's & women's Lacrosse teams BOTH palying in the first round of their respective 2026 NCAA Championship tournaments. The men's team is the ONLY Division 1 Lacrosse program in Florida, and it is their first appearance in the tournament. The women's team, under Coach Tara Singleton, is making their 10th NCAA tournament appearance, and is a dominant m...

FOX New's Tonya Powers reports on Pope Leo - It's been a year since the first "American Pope" wsd inaugurated. How did that year go? And in light of recent controversial remarks from President Trump, how did the recent visit between Sec. Rubio and Pope Leo go?

The UF Proton Therapy Institute celebrates 20 years of service in Jacksonville, and today's Good News features Vania Quiroz, a Senior at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts.

The US Senate quietly bans lawmakers AND their staff members from betting on prediction markets. This comes on the heels of a Special Forces soldier betting and profiting on the Maduro kidnapping operation, illegally utilizing nonpublic government information. While the new legislation pertains to senate and staffers, it doesn't address scenarios like Donald Trump Jr.'s venture-capital investment...

FRI – Clark looks at the rise of prediction market gambling. It’s easy to place all kinds of wagers on these services – and make some quick money! But like all forms of gambling, it’s also easy to get addicted and lose money quickly too!

A Pentagon watchdog agency is reviewing the 'effectiveness' of National Guard deployments to Chicago and other areas (LA, Portland, Washington DC, Memphis, etc), as the Trump Administration tasked them supplemental security and assistance for DHS & ICE activities earlier this year.

Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at GasBuddy.com, discusses why prices are climbing (currently averaging $4.59/gal in Jacksonville) and if/when they MIGHT come down. He also dispels some myths regarding summer/winter blends, filling up at night, and more. Visit GASBUDDY.COM for the latest fuel prices in the area.

The hantavirus-hit Dutch-flagged MV Hondius cruise ship evacuates some passengers, and is expected to head next to Spain – what caused the problem? And what is being done about those potentially-infected passengers who disembarked at previous ports?

Secretary of State Rubio has stated that "Operation: Epic Fury" is over, and we'r now engaged in "Project: Freedom," a defensive Naval operation to secure and protect the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump has paused this latest program while Iran considers the latest peace deal proposal. Trump alleges that productive talks have happened in the last 24 hours, but an Iranian spokesman has contradict...

THU – Clark looks at phishing scams. Clicking on a phishing link can expose your identity, your money, and more. And AI tools can make scammers sound like your friend or family member, tricking you to hit a link to help them out. As a rule, if ANYONE texts you a link, don’t follow it!

Jeff Johnson, a resident of Brantley County, recounts to JMN how his community is responding to the wildfire crisis by taking care of each other, though all help is appreciated. WOKV and the Cox Media Group radio and TV stations are working with the Salvation Army to raise support funds. Visit WOKV.COM to donate.

Rich Jones is live from Brantley County, as the huge Highway 82 wildfire is slowly being contained. Action News Jax's Garrett Bedenbaugh and Tenikka Hughes join JMN to discuss relief efforts underway for the Brantley County community. ANJ will be live this aftrnoon at 4pm, 5pm, and 6pm with updates on the impacted families and businesses. Visit WOKV.COM if you would like to donate toward helping t...