Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Finn has the latest on proposed E-bike restrictiosn in SJC, following several recent injury events.

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Ryan reports on the latest Senate deliberations on Trump's "big beautiful bill," as legislators work to have the bill finalized and sent to President Trump before the July 4 holiday. Meanwhile, Elon Musk's tenure as a government employee/advisor (depending on who you ask) has run its course, and Congress looks to codify some of the DOGE cuts under his stewardship.

An Arlington neighborhood will see some roadway and sewage renovations in the near future, but the future mprovements come at the cost of current inconveniences. Action News Jax's Logan MacDonald has the details.

Meteorlogist Garrett Bedenbaugh joins JMN with a a look ahead to this weekend's temperature and humidity relief headed our way. Plus the 2025 Hurricane Season is starting this weekend! Be sure to get your Hurricane Guide, join us for the free First Alert Weathering The Storm luncheon next Wednesday June 4, and tune in for First Alert Weather's Preparing For The Storm Special tonight at 7pm on CBS47 and FOX30, and airing Monday at 9am on WOKV.

The Wildlife Wanderer Curtis Dvorak joins JMN with updates on renovations at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens, including a new entrance, new branding, and a new Summer event -- Tunes and Blooms!

Eben joins JMN with a preview of the 2025 Hurricane season, kicking off June 1 and running through November 30. It's never too soon to put together a storm preparation kit, gather your insurance information, and make your safety plans.

A missing woman from out of state has been safely rescued in Florida. Chase Robinson joins JMN to share details of how a tip to First Coast Crime Stoppers contributed in her recovery, and why every tip matters. If you have tips, call 866-845-TIPS (8477).

The Summer Fun season kicks off this weekend around Jacksonville. Music abounds at Daily's Place, Decca Live, at the Amp, and with the Jacksonville Symphony. Feeling competitive? JaxParks is hosting a Monopoly tournament! And if you want to enjoy the summer sunshine, explore the riverfront with Amplified Avondale. All this and more is featured in our Weekend Spotlight story!

Ryan looks at the latest Washington DC headlines, as Trump's sweeping tariffs face opposition in federal court (likely to escalate to SCOTUS). And the State Dept. is allegedly revoking Chinese student visas under FISA authorization.

Sabeen Perwaiz of the Women's Giving Alliance (WGA), and Wanda Willis of The Community Foundation, join JMN to discuss an historic level of philanthropic grants oriented toward women's services in the Jacksonville Community, crossing a threshhold of over $10 million in total contributions since their organizational inception. Learn more about these organizations and their respective philanthropic programs at WWW.WGANEFL.ORG and WWW.JAXCF.ORG .

Ryan looks at the latest rhetoric and postures from US political figures like Rep. Bacon and President Trump regarding Putin's continued violence campaign against Ukraine, and controversy continues regarding deported Kilmar Abrego Garcia, as Maryland Rep. Ivey was denied access when attempting to visit Garcia in El Salvadore.

You hear him on Fox Across America at 6pm, and he joins JMN every Wednesday. Jimmy Failla shares the joys of teenager driving permits, the strangest thing he's ever seen while driving, national hamburger day, the Meatloaf Burger (?!), and what's coming up on tonight's show.

Ryan looks at what's next for Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," as it faces opposition in the Senate and potential reductions to included tax cuts.

Dr. James Porcelli of Archwell Health joins JMN to discuss the six new primary care centers opening in the Jacksonville area. They will offer care services oriented particularly toward senior patients aged 60+. WOKV's RIch Jones will be on site at the Arlington location (1072 Arlington Road) starting 11am tomorrow, Wed 5/28, so come check it out!!

Brian Kilmeade joins JMN to reflect on yesterday's Memorial Day Ceremony in Jacksonville, as he joined Rich Jones and Kristine Bellino for live coverage. He also looks ahead to this week's topics on his own show, including the latest in the Russia/Ukraine war, and the latest activity regarding Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill." Hear more on the Biran Kilmeade Show, 10am-noon!

Sheriff T.K. Waters joins JMN with reflections on today's Memorial Day Ceremony, and why military recognition and appreciation is integral to him personally and to the Jacksonville community at large.

Harrison Conyers remembers Ray Moore and family, for his philanthropic efforts to build, maintain, and update the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Wall, with the intention of recognizing those who lost their lives in service to the country, and to honor their memories.

CMC Mack Ellis, USN (ret), delivers a recitation of OLD GLORY at today's Memorial Day Ceremony. The poem, originally entitled "I Am Old Glory," was written in 1994 by Howard Schnauber.

Mayor Donna Deegan and US Representative John Rutherford join JMN before participating in today's Memorial Day Ceremony, to discuss the importance of Jacksonville's veteran community,

JMN is live at the City of Jacksonville Memorial Day Ceremony at the Veterans Memorial Wall in Downtown Jacksonville. The Jacksonville Memorial Wall is the 2nd largest such memorial in the country, behind the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington DC. Harrison Conyers, Director of Military Affairs and Veterans Department for the COJ, and Rich Possert of Operation New Uniforn, join JMN to share details about the history of Jacksonville's Memorial Wall, and the importance of and support for Jacksonville's military community.

Meteorologist Corey Simma joins JMN with a detailed look at the Memorial Day Weekend forecast, as summer heat and humidity are on the way. Join our meteorology team - Corey, Garrett, Sarah, and Mike - for our free Weathering The Storm luncheon on June 4 to get safety and preparation tips for the coming storm season. Register on WOKV.COM and we'll see you there!

This week's FLBL features Jacksonville Pottery Studio, a community pottery studio on Sunbeam Center Drive. Visit JAXPOTTERY.COM for more information.

Ryan reports on the latest in DC, as Harvard University has filed suit against President Trump for his latest initiative preventing foreign students from attending Harvard University, and the House takes a break after passing Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," before they take up the challenge of another spending bill when they return.

As JMN wraps up at the North Florida Regional Transportation Management Center, Hampton Ray and Jacob Pickering rejoin JMN to discuss holiday travel safety resources as we head into the Memorial Day Weekend, and share details about how certain road construction projects are planned and executed to improve your daily traffic flow -- such as the State Road 16 modifications intersecting I-95, the Post Street/Old Roosevelt railroad crossings, and more.

WOKV's traffic anchor Sherri Byrd joins JMN, and we're also joined by 104.5 and Action News Jax alumnus Derrick Odom, as they take us behind the curtains at the North Florida Regional Transportation Management Center.

Ryan reports on a late night legislative session that saw the House GOP secure enough partisan votes to pass President Trump's "one big beautiful bill." Next stop is the Senate review, which doesn't face the same SALT objections, but will likely require revisions from the House before it gets to President Trump's desk.

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 implemented.

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).

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.

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.