Listen to all of the latest interviews from Jacksonville's Morning News with Rich Jones on News 104.5 WOKV!
…
continue reading
YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the House advanced a Ukraine aid bill despite certain GOP objections. Meanwhile, MTG continues her blustering about ousting Speaker Johnson, and former President Trump returns to a NYC courthouse for his "hush money" trial.
…
continue reading
Alexus reports on the latest in testimony from the Patrick McDowell sentencing procedure, where a jury will decide whether he will receive a death sentence for the murder of Nassau Co. Deputy Joshua Moyers.
…
continue reading
SCOTUS HOMELESSNESS - Happening today (10am/ET), Supreme Court justices will take a case that could impact how your city interacts with the homeless population The court will decide whether cities can fine and even arrest people for sleeping in public spaces. A group of homeless individuals is suing in Oregon over one town’s ordinance that imposes …
…
continue reading
YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues. as former President Donald Trump’s political operation said Thursday that it plans to deploy more than 100,000 attorneys and volunteers across battleground states to monitor — and potentially challenge — vote counting in November. Samantha Manning in Washington tells us more about the announcement. And speaking o…
…
continue reading
Meteorologist Corey Simma joins JMN with a deep dive on the weekend forecast, and how that will impact all the fun things going on in Jacksonville's great outdoors. SPOILER ALERT: Use sunscreen. LOTS of sunscreen.
…
continue reading
Ben Becker has this week's Original Restaurant Report
…
continue reading
YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Speaker Johnson found unusual support from the House Democrats in support of foreign aid bills, to the chagrin of GOP objectors. As conservative factions continue in-fighting, it may be Democrats that come to the Speaker's rescue if Rep. Greene (R-GA) moves forward with her motion to oust Johnson.…
…
continue reading
Logan updates coverage of Patrick McDowell's sentencing for the murder of Nassau Co. Deputy Joshua Moyers. The defense is pushing for a life sentence rather than a death penalty, and recent changes to Florida laws do not require a unanimous jury verdict to levy a death penalty.
…
continue reading
This week's First Responder spotlights Lt. Andy Walker of the Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Department.
…
continue reading
Alexus reports on a fatal early morning fire at the Lake Crest Condominiums off Belle Rive Blvd.
…
continue reading
AI IN CLASSROOMS - The use of AI technology in the classroom continues to become more common. A recent report by the Center for Democracy & Technology highlights how it impacts students and teachers. In fact, 59% of teachers report that they are certain one or more of their students have used generative AI for school purposes, up 17% points since l…
…
continue reading
Logan updates coverage of the Patrick McDowell sentencing procedures, as McDowell surprisingly testified. A jury will decide whether McDowell will receive a death sentence, or life without parole, for the murder of Nassau County Deputy Joshua Moyer in 2023.
…
continue reading
Bob Ohrablo, President of the Jacksonville Icemen, joins JMN as the Icemen are back in the Kelly Cup playoffs, with Game 1 tonight against the Florida Everblades. Since the 'Blades put the Icemen out the last two seasons, its' fair to say they're feeling extra competitive the time around!
…
continue reading
YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the House GOP faces internal challenges delaying foreign aid legislation, threats to oust Speaker Johnson, and a quick dismissal of DHS Secretary Mayorkas' impeachment charges in the Senate. Meanwhile, the first of several Trump trials continues.
…
continue reading
YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as former President Donald Trump is entering the third day of jury selection inside a New York courtroom over his hush money case. Kirstin Garriss joins us from Washington., to catch us up on what's happened so far and what we can expect today.
…
continue reading
Every Thursday we gather the JMN crew and sound off about some interesting weekend activities. Every kind of fun can be found this weekend! Concerts? Don Felder, Staind, Billy Strings, and the Flaming Lips all have shows. Sports? Take your pick from the Icemen, the Sharks, or the Jumbo Shrimp! Want to get out and about? Neptune Beach Artwalk is on,…
…
continue reading
Logan is following the sentencing of Patrick McDowell, for the murder of Nassau Co. Deputy Joshua Moyers. A jury will determine if McDowell will receive a death penalty.
…
continue reading
WILDFIRE PREVENTION - From degrading air quality… to destroying millions of acres of wildlife habitat. This week lawmakers discussed the growing risk of wildfires across the country and the impact it has on families. In the last 20 years, the United States lost an average of 7 million acres *per year* to wildfires. That's more than double the avera…
…
continue reading
YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the first of four criminal trials facing former President Donald Trump is now officially underway. But this also seems to be the case in which Americans are least convinced he committed a crime. WOKV's Samantha Manning reports on how Americans are feeling about this trial, and what we can expect over the remai…
…
continue reading
SPOTLIGHT: BOB GRAHAM - WOKV political analyst Rick Mullaney reflects on the late Bob Graham, an iconic figure in Florida political history.
…
continue reading
YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as one of the big swing states in the upcoming election is Pennsylvania, where President Biden is expected to make some campaign stops - including in his home town of Scranton.
…
continue reading
Alexus reports on the possible closing of Sun Ray Cinema in Riverside, as the building owners are selling the property. The theater currently leases the space, but the lease is not protected. Area residents are voicing support through online petitions to save the theater.
…
continue reading
KIDS ONLINE SAFETY - Kids online safety will be back in the spotlight. TODAY - lawmakers will meet to discuss a handful of social media bills, including the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). If it becomes a law, it would be one of the most significant kids' online safety statutes in more than 20 yea…
…
continue reading
Logan updates the story of a school bus caught in a crossfire earlier this week. Two suspects in the shooting have been arrested and charged with attempted murder.
…
continue reading
YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the House decides if/how they will respond to the Iran/Israel conflict initiated over the weekend, while diplomats are concerned that this will raise tensions between the US and other Middle East nations, and facilitate cooperation between Iran and Iraq.
…
continue reading
Alexus reports on ongoing discussions about multiple Duval County school consolidations. The Duval County School Board will feature this among other agenda items at today's 9:15am workshop.
…
continue reading
Brian joins JMN to share opinions about the first day of jury selection in Trump's "hush money" trial. Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show from 10a-noon!
…
continue reading
TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - A poll by EdWeek Research Center found that teens are increasingly using social media to self-diagnose their mental health issues. In fact, researchers found 55% of students use social media to self-diagnose, and 65% of teachers say they’ve seen this happen in their classrooms. This comes as a hearing is scheduled for tomorrow …
…
continue reading
Samantha joins Rich to talk about what to expect with the hush money trial against President Trump. Jury selection starts today.
…
continue reading
Jared joins Rich to talk about about the Iranian attacks on Israel this past weekend and also talks about the hush money case against President Trump that starts today.
…
continue reading
Jonathan joins Rich to talk about the developments after Iran launched an attack on Israel over the weekend.
…
continue reading
Nicole joins Rich to talk about the deadline for your 2023 taxes and what will happen if you file for an extension and some of the fines that come along with if you don't file or pay.
…
continue reading
YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as a new AP poll out this morning suggests that while President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are spending so much time attacking each other — people don’t think either man has much to brag about when it comes to his own record. WOKV's Kirstin Garriss breaks down who fares better in this poll.…
…
continue reading
Action News Jax Meteorologist Corey Simma joins JMN to recap yesterday's EF-1 tornado coverage, breaking down how tornado risks are identified and prepared for. After yesterdays' stormy chaos, he previews this weekend's glorious spring weather, and for you golf fans what you can expect during The Masters coverage on CBS47.…
…
continue reading
The FSCJ Artist Series brings Broadway to Jacksonville with DIsney's FROZEN at the Moran Theatre Apr 27 - May 4. Jeremy Davis performs as Olaf, and he joins JMN to share details about what fans can expect from the show, how it differs from the movies, and what influences his performance as everyone's favorite Snowperson!…
…
continue reading
YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the GOP makes a 4th attempt to push a revised FISA bill through the House, but they keep getting in their own way. Besides special interest in-fighting, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is threatening a motion to remove Speaker Johnson, contributing to distractions during the legislative session. In other DC news, …
…
continue reading
Congressman Mike Waltz joins JMN to discuss the latest efforts to pass a foreign surveillance bill, and discuss some recent legislative challenges in the U.S. House of Representatives.
…
continue reading
Alexus reports on JEA CEO Jay Stowe's resignation.
…
continue reading
Logan reports on the aftermath of yesterday's EF-1 tornado in St. Johns County, as county officials are organizing repair and relief efforts.
…
continue reading
IN-HOME HEALTHCARE - The price of nursing homes and in-home care is already expensive. However, new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the price for in-home elderly care spiked by more than 14% during the last year, according to the most recent Consumer Price Index. Experts say an aging population and increased demand are big reasons fo…
…
continue reading
Want to save on a vacation adventure? Clark has a savings tip - start with the FEE, rather than the destination, and fly to where the bargains take you!
…
continue reading
This week's First Responder is Tommy Cassaro, a flight paramedic for Trauma 1, stationed at UF Health Yulee.
…
continue reading
This week's FLBL features Freedom Boat Club Jacksonville, the local branch of the world's largest boat club.
…
continue reading
Ben Becker is back with this week's edition of the Original Restaurant Report.
…
continue reading
Logan reports on the aftermath of an EF-1 tornado that left a 6-mile path of destruction across St Johns County yesterday.
…
continue reading
If you have tickets for tonight's The Guess Who? concert at the Florida Theatre, know that the show has been cancelled for tonight. If you paid by credit card, a full refund will automatically be reissued. If you bought tickets at the Box Office, bring 'em back for a refund. There's still an opportunity to enjoy some great live music downtown with …
…
continue reading
There's something for everyone this weekend in Jacksonville, starting tonight with the Jax River Jams concert downtown at Ford on Bay. Bishop Briggs headlines a free show! Experience the classic opera Carmen this weekend with the Jacksonville Symphony. Looking for something more sporting? Learn all about curling at the Igloo! And if ice sports are …
…
continue reading
YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as days after saying that abortion policies should be left to the states, former President Donald Trump criticized an Arizona court ruling for upholding an 1864 law that banned nearly all abortions. WOKV's Kirstin Garriss looks at what exactly Trump is saying now, and how the Biden campaign is responding to Trump…
…
continue reading
Jacksonville University President Tim Cost joins JMN to share details about JU's 90th Anniversary celebration, achievements over the University's history, and plans for its continued growth, integration into, and service to the Jacksonville community.
…
continue reading
YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Jared recaps the US/Japan state dinner where President Biden hosted Japan's Prime Minister. They discussed ways to bolster and support each other for economic and military defensive alliances in the Indo-Pacific. An emissary from the Philippines will join them today for additional discussions today.…
…
continue reading