Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

A recent tragedy involving a pedestrian & child fatally struck on Baymeadows Road has prompted discussions from City Councilman Joe Carlucci on how that area might be better secured for pedestrians. Hampton Ray from the FDOT discusses how this process is handled for locally owned roads, state roads (like Baymeadows Road, SR 152), to determine where and how crosswalks and intersection controls are...

JMN is live at the North Florida Regional Transportation Management Center, our regional hub for traffic and transportation guidance. FDOT Community Outreach Specialist, and WOKV traffic alumnus Jacob Pickering returns to JMN to discuss how FDOT monitors all the major traffic routes, and how their Outreach office engages the communityon transportation project developments.

Hampton Ray from the Florida Department Of Transportation talks about coordinated local traffic services, how responses to traffic issues (crashes,etc) are managed, and how road development projects are planned and executed in the Jacksonville area (like the First Coast Expressway, Shands Bridge renovation, etc).

Ryan reports on breaking news, as US Rep Gerry Connolly (D,VA-11) has passed away. In other DC news, yesterday's postured progress on Trump's "one big beautiful bill" after the President addressed GOP reps apparently took an unfavorable turn during the overnight hours.

Fox Across America host Jimmy Failla joins JMN, with thoughts about the late George Wendt's "Norm" character from Cheers, why Trump would be way more fun if he had a Southern accent, what's up with Bill Belichick?, and what you can expect tonight on Fox Across America at 6pm!

Action News Jax investigative reporter Jake Stofan reports on the cancelation of a controversial Guana River land swap deal in St. Johns County.

Ryan reports on the latest developments in getting Trump's "one big beutiful bill" passed. While it has advanced past comittee approval, it still faces a floor vote and there are still some Republican holdouts leveraging "SALT" (state and local tax) deduction adjustments. The increase in costs from those adjustments risks alienating less moderate Republicans.

Brian joins JMN to share thoughts on the ongoing hostilities in Gaza, Trump's visit to the Middle East, and the latest on US immigration policies and protests. Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show from 10am to noon on WOKV!

Action News Jax Traffic Anchor Bethany Reese looks at what measures local communities are using to promote school zone traffic safety, and which communities present the most frequent incidents of risk and/or injury. Hear the full story tonight on Action News Jax at 545pm on CBS47 and FOX30.

Ryan reports on Trump's "one big beautiful bill" package advancing through a committee approval vote over the weekend, and moves to a House floor vote later this week. House GOP legislators hope to have the bill passed by Memorial Day.

Blue-green algae plumes are common in some waterways, and locally it's a concern at Doctor's Lake that can cause adverse health effects. Clay County Health Officer Heather Huffman joins JMN to discuss water safety awareness issues, and how folks can protect themselves when swimming, boating, fishing, etc.

Garrett joins JMN to talk about how hot it's going to be for this weekend and gives an update on what to expect with the blistering heat.

Ryan joins JMN to talk about some proposals in President Trump's budget which includes School Choice Legislation. He also talks about how Vice President JD Vance is heading back to the Vatican.

Chase Robinson joins JMN to talk about how one tip led to an arrest that led to two illegal gambling rooms as well as another tip that led to five arrests for having $24,000 of marijuana. He also talks about a couple of other cases that First Coast Crime Stoppers has highlighted

Ryan reports on committee testimony regarding immigration & deportation policies, and New Jersey Democrat protestors taken into custody for protesting at an ICE detention center.

Ryan has the latest on Trump's "one big beautiful bill" framework, what objections are being raised by key Republican holdouts, and Speaker Johnson's efforts to get this bill passed by Memorial Day.

Fox Across America host Jimmy Failla joins JMN with thoughts on the $400 million airplane offered to President Trump from Qatar -- and which is more important, the ethics or the vanity? And who knew Jimmy was a such huge fan of Buccee's?! Hear more from Jimmy Fallia on Fox Across America weeknights at 6pm!

Tim Forson joins JMN to discuss his upcoming retirement from the SJC Superintendent office, and reflects on his career and accomplishments. Beyond that, he looks toward the future and continued growth and success for SJC schools, as final candidates to succeed him interview today.

Dr. Michael Koren joins JMN to discuss the presence of microplastics in products we consume regularly, and research on what impacts such microplastics may have - including potential impacts with dementia and Alzheimers. To learn more about Alzheimers, join us for a free MedEvidence luncheon this Friday! Email "MedEvent@cmg.com" to register!

Ryan reports on the latest in a number of bills making their way through committees on Capitol Hill, as taxes, Medicaid, and other issues are under consideration for upcoming legislative proposals. Additonally, Ryan looks at Trump's executive order alleging reducing prescription drug prices.

The Big Red Bus is at the WOKV Studios / Cox Media Group Building, 11700 Central Parkway (between FSCJ South Campus and UNF). WOKV's Benjamin Fridkis is one of the many donors giving the gift of life! Come by and donate! The Big Red Bus will be here until 4pm today.

Pat Michaels joins Kristine Bellino from Jacksonville's Morning News for the Spring Into Action Blood Drive. It's happening today until 4pm at the WOKV Studios (11700 Central Parkway, in the office park between FSCJ South Campus and UNF off Beach Blvd). All donors receive a $20 e-gift card plus bonus gifts, as your donation could help a patient in need as soon as this week! Come out, meet some WOK...

Ryan looks at the latest in advancing Trump's "big beautiful bill," which is being held up by concerns in the Ways & Means Committe and by some NY Republican Reps with regard to the inclusion of particular SALT (State And Local Taxes) legislative concerns. Additionally, there are concerns about cabinet members testifying at congressional hearings regarding budget appropriations, program/fund cuts,...

Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh joins JMN with a look at the weekend forecast, so you can make your indoor and outdoor plans for Mother's Day weekend!

Ryan breaks down the difference between President Trump's annual budget proposal, and the separate "big beautiful bill" spending package. The BBB has been slowed in its progress through the House, as Republicans disagree interrnally on some proposed tax policy inclusions.