Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Eben has the latest updates on the rapidly unfolding situation in Venezuela following a Senate war powers vote. 5 GOP senators supported the resolution, drawing the ire of President Trump.

The UF Proton Therapy Institute celebrates 20 years of service in Jacksonville, and today's Good News features the celebratory bell in their lobby, where patients mark the completion of their treatment schedule. Sue Anderson recounts her daughter Audrey's care, that brought them all the way from Australia to Jacksonville, to eventually establishing and ringing that celebratory bell.

"Simple and straight to the point" describes The Bodega, a coffee shop in Jax Beach. Visit WWW.THEBODEGAJAX.COM to learn more!

FRI – Clark looks at “Buy Now Pay Later” plans, like the trending “Pay in 4” installment programs, and why they’re a bad idea!

Lt. Gov. Jay Collins joins JMN to discuss a number of Florida legislative issues, including property taxation reforms, a special legislative session on district remapping, and Florida's potential (additional) prosecution of ousted Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro.

Candace DeMatteis, Partnership to Fight Infectious Disease Vice President of Policy and Advocacy, discusses the impact of new childhood vaccine recommendations as presented by the Centers for Disease Control.

Now back in session in DC, the House and Senate both got briefings from Sec.’s of Defense and State on Venezuela, with apparently different partisan takeaways as to future implications. A number of votes are expected today - the Senate on a War Powers resolution, and the House on an extension of subsidies for ACA policies. WOKV will follow these stories as they develop.

Eben reports on US forces apprehending more Venezuelan ships "conducting illicit activities," allegedly illegally transporting Venezuelan oil outside of sanctions. This includes the North Atlantic capture of a tanker ("the Bella-1" or "the Marinera," depending on which country you ask) that was allegedly flying Russian flags off the coast of Iceland, prompting Russian intervention demanding the re...

Jonathan reports on multiple international headlines: mass demonstrations continue across Iran regarding soaring inflation and declining economic stability; the latest regarding US forces capturing Venezuelan oil tankers; and President Trump's aggressive threats and posturing against Iran, Greenland, and multiple Caribbean and South American nations.

THU - Clark looks at Roth IRA accounts, and how you can set one up like a 401k to start saving right away.

House Republicans held an all-day retreat at the Trump-Kennedy Center, where President Trump was a guest speaker. Among the topics he addressed - passing budget bills, health care costs/reforms, the Hyde amendment, mid-term elections, and his pending impeachment if Republicans lose House dominance. Republican challenges include elections in California, New York, and Pennsylvania.

It's a New Year of comedic takes on the world's headlines as Jimmy Failla joins JMN, recapping NYE shenanigans on Failla's show, the Trump Dance controversy, remembering the 2025 California wildfires, Maduro's 'Murica staycation, and more! Join Jimmy Failla every weeknight on Fox Across America, 6-9pm on WOKV!

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting board voted to dissolve the organization after Congress defunded NPR and PBS. The elimination of federal dollars has resulted in some areas (particularly rural and tribal areas) losing their PBS radio and TV affiliates, while others have had to reduce staff and programming resources.

A (formerly?) Venezuelan oil tanker that US forces have been pursuing, has changed its flag and ship name from Venezuelan to Russian affiliation mid-pursuit. The Russian navy has assigned security and escort vessels to support the tanker, bringing Russia into play in the ongoing US/Venezuela drama. In other international news, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner attended the Ukraine C...

Mayor Deegan joins JMN to discuss Human Trafficking Awareness Month, a January initiative to raise awareness of this issue and how law enforcement and education can improve public safety. Additional topics on the mayor's agenda include Get Covered Jax to make sure people have health care from the ACA Marketplace, Town Hall meetings resuming in February, increasing literacy through River City Reade...

FBI Special Agent in Charge Jason Carley and Duval Schools Police Chief Jackson Short join JMN to share details of an online safety initiative. Next Wednesday at Kernan Middle School, 630pm, parents & guardians (and students!) are invited to attend and learn about online risks, risk prevention/mitigation, and raise awareness. Challenges can include predators, extortion, and other threats, and the...

Congress is back to a closed-door session regarding the Venezuela strike and capture of Nicolas Maduro over the weekend, and why they weren't informed ahead of time. Beyond that, their work agenda includes funding bills, ACA premiums, and more.

Tim Walz, Democrats' 2024 vice presidential candidate, says he will not run for a third term as Minnesota governor. Is it because of wide-spread allegations of fraud in his state?

President Trump has been told to 'stop the threats' against Greenland by the Prime Minister of Denmark, and it's a declaration indicating some escalating tension and frustration in the international NATO community. President Trump has recently made aggressive comments toward Cuba and Columbia, plus the military strike in Venezuela, so his continued posturing regarding Greenland has prompted an off...

Nicholas Maduro and wife Cilia Flores were arraigned in a New York federal court yesterday, both entering "not guilty" pleas to charges of narco-terrorism and more. Their next court appearances are expected to be in March, but controversy over their manner of capture and extraction from Venezuela are drawing criticism internationally and from the United Nations.

TUE – Clark looks at why NOW is a good time for entrepreneurs to start a business, and resources that can help.

Jacksonville area US Rep. John Rutherford (R-FL-5) joins JMN to discuss the latest developments in the Nicholas Maduro capture in Venezuela, transport to the US, and prosecution process. Rep. Rutherford will be resuming congressional duties tomorrow, where Maduro is one of MANY topics facing the next session.

WOKV military analyst Col. Chris Budihas looks at the capture operation executed over the weekend, taking Venezuela leader Nicholas Maduro into custody. Col. Budihas breaks down the nature of preparation for the US Army's Delta Force that results in operations like this wrapping up in less than half an hour (per Defense Sec. Hegseth). He also looks at how/why Congress might be excluded from advanc...

It's another Victory Monday, as the Jags successfully defended their home turf against the Tenessee Titans to close out the regular season at 13-4, win the AFC South Division Championship, and secure a first round home playoff game next weekend against the Buffalo Bills. Brent has the game highlights and looks at what's ahead as the Jags move into the post-season.

Ryan reports on Congressional reactions to President Trump's orders to capture Venezuelan leader Maduro in his own country.