Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Ryan reports on the looming government shutdown that could happen Friday when current funding runs out. The Republican-led House has presented the latest "continuing resolution" funding bill, which Speaker Johnson expects to put to a vote Tuesday, but it's not certain that enough Republicans will support it, much less any Democrats, for the bill to advance for approval.

Walt Piatt, Wounded Warrior Project CEO, joins JMN to reflect on his first year accomplishments, and share initiatives for future involvement in helping warriors acheive and sustain their best lives.

Aamir Ahmed, Head of Fiat, Stellantis North America, joins JMN from the 30th Annual Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance to share information on new Fiat products being featured, how the auto industry identifies and addresses consumer automotive needs, and how much fun events like the Concours are.

Action News Jax's Jake Stofan joins JMN with a recap of the first week of Florida's current legislative session, including DeSantis's "State of the State" address. Among this year's topics, the "Free Kill" bill is back for another round of considerations, and reform for citizen initiatives leading to amendments/referendums, and education property management.

As we roll the clocks forward and the temperature starts to climb, Joe Strada of Strada Air Conditioning, Heating, Electric & Security joins JMN to share tips on how to prepare and maintain your climate control system. You oughta call Strada, or visit StradaServices.com for more information!

Nassau Co. Sheriff Bill Leeper joins JMN, discussing security and preparation for this weekend's Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance event. Today's activities include the Eight Falgs Classic Auto Parade, and Sheriff Leeper shares some thoughts about some of the cars he's seeing at this year's event.

Jared reports on the apparently inevitible reform (and/or dissolution?) of the Department of Education, and what this will mean with regard to student loan obligations and educational grant resources. He also looks at the latest in Trump tariff proposals and their immediate impacts on the stock market.

The Wildlife Wanderer Curtis Dvoark joins JMN to share details about the new sloth exhibit opening this weekend at the Jacksonville Zoo! Bring some green beans, visit sloths Ruth and Chata, and learn the important lesson about how to slow down and enjoy life!

Olivia reports on President Trump's comments to Hamas. Trump bluntly claimed this was the "final warning" to release hostages in Gaza, pledging to give Israel all the necessary support to end the Israel-Hamas war.

Ryan reports on DOGE eyeballing Veterans Affairs as the next agency facing mass layoffs, Trump's latest efforts regarding Gaza hostage releases, and Congress' latest "continuing resolution" for temporary funding to prevent a government shutdown.

This weekend is hopping in the 904! The signature event is the Monster Jam at the Bank - Saturday Saturday Saturday evening, for all the mud slinging, engine revving, moster truck stunts you could ask for! You can't go wrong downtown this weekend -- the Florida Theatre hosts Brett Young. Lewis Black, Gladys Knight, and Luis Elizondo - that's country, comedy, an icon, and UFO expert, how diverse is...

Representative Angie Nixon (D-Jacksonville) joins JMN to discuss her "Working Families First" legislation proposal for the 2025 Florida Legislative Session. Rep. Nixon says this package includes education, residential property insurance, labor standards, and health care considerations.

You hear him every evening on Fox Across America. Jimmy Failla joins JMN to look at the comedy gold that is modern politics, social media coverage, and what you can expect to see when Jimmy hits the stage. , He'll be coming to the Florida Theatre on March 29. Get your tickets at FloridaTheatre.com, and tune in tonight at 6pm to hear his recap of yesterday's Trump address and more.

Ryan recaps President Trump's address to Congress, and the Democrat response. The issues discussed and guests recognized were secondary to the spectacles of interruption, evictions, chants, catcalls, and chaos reflective of Trump's whirlwind first few weeks in office.

WOKV political analyst Rick Mullaney, Director of the JU Public Policy Institute, breaks down the high points from President Trump's speech to Congress, and Gov. DeSantis's State of the State addresses yesterday.

Jeremy updates us with some interesting and amusing legal news stories, including: an NBA arbitration dispute bteween the Knicks & Raptors; Mexico possibly suing gun makers?; and a guy who sued the movies -- for running too many ads before the film!

With Gaza's cease-fire future uncertain, Arab leaders met to discuss the region's future and issue counter-proposals to Trump's controversial "Gaza Riviera" suggestion.

LaSandra Boykin, CSX's Director of Community Investments, joins JMN to explain why CSX employees will be stuffing thousands of Teddy Bears today! These "Batallion Buddies" will be shipped off in care packages in partnership with Operation Gratitude, an outreach supporting military families. The CSX Pride In Service initiative will have employees over 26 states participating in today's event. Visit...

Ryan reports on President Trump's address to Congress tonight, noting particular figures who will and who will not be in attendance, and what messages abd dispositions those rosters reflect. Expectations are for a tense atmosphere in light of the recent controversial events surrounding US aid to Ukraine, and domestic concerns over tariffs and DOGE-related job and funding eliminations. WOKV will ca...

CBS Chief White House Correspondent Nancy Cordes joins JMN to preview President Trump's address to Congress tonight, where the economy is expected to be a topic of discussion - particularly how Trump's invocation of trade tariffs and DOGE's elimination of many federal jobs and agency programs are both supposed to have long term positive economic impacts.

Brian joins JMN to preview President Trump's address to Congress this evening, which he will be attending in person. WOKV will carry the President's address live starting at 9pm.

Ryan reports on Trump's address before Congress scheduled for Tuesday night, where the President is expected to address multiple topics, including the controversial meeting with President Zelenskyy, the controversial actions of the DOGE group, and other topics. WOKV will carry the address live starting at 9pm Tuesday night.

Rich Jones reflects on the Remembering Rush event, and shares Mr. Snerdley's story of the "Golden EIB Microphone" that Rush Limbaugh frequently mentioned on his show. Highlights of the event will be available soon on WOKV.COM.

Sheriff Rob Hardwick addresses accusations of a deputy who allegedly made unseemly remarks on social media towards St. Johns County's homeless population.

MN is live on location in advance of the Salute America: Remembering Rush Limbaugh event tomorrow! MR. SNERDLEY himself joins JMN to share some of his experiences working with Rush, as a teaser for what you'll hear tomorrow night. Visit WOKV.COM to buy your tickets now and join us tomorrow for the Salute America: Remembering Rush Limbaugh event!