Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Alexis reports on a potential 2% new tax on hospitality services, proposed to fund homeless and domestic violence support programs.

Logan reports that a boil water advisory is still in effect for Southside residents after a water main leak yesterday. While water service has been resumed, residents are encouraged to continue using bottled water or boiling tap water before use until JEA issues an all-clear.

While Trump's surrender in Georgia overshadows the Wednesday RNC debate, Brian points out how the OTHER 8 potential GOP candidates who ARE participating in the debate have plenty of other topics to address in hopes of drawing public support.

You Decide 2024 coverage continues Blair reports on Trump's expected surrender in Georgia for his 4th arrest since April. Bond agreements have been set for the Georgia case. Meanwhile, trial dates remain a point of contention in his NY and DC cases.

You Decide 2024 coverage continues, as Ryan reports that the day after the first RNC debate, former President Donald Trump is expected to surrender to authorities in Georgia for processing after his indictment for racketeering earlier this month.

Nicole Payne from Brooks Family YMCA joins JMN to share details about this weekend's "TOUCH A TRUCK" event, where kids can get up close to big trucks, equipment, and even a helicopter. The event starts at 8am with a quiet hour for stimulation-sensitive visitors, then things get fired up starting at 9am. It is a free event, but visitors are encouraged to bring school supply donations. Brooks Family YMCA, 10423 Centurion Parkway.

MOMS RSV VACCINE - This week, the FDA approved the first RSV vaccine for moms-to-be so their babies will be born with the necessary protection against the scary respiratory infection. RSV has led to packed hospitals with wheezing babies every fall and winter. Federal regulators are giving the greenlight to Pfizer’s maternal vaccination which would help babies when they’re most vulnerable — from birth through 6 months of age. We break down how this vaccine would work and the potential impact for young kids.

Alexus reports on an urban "stink study," and its results should be released later today. This study was in response to thousands of complaints of an unpleasant chemical odor, particular distinct in the Murray Hill area, and potentially related to a Westside industrial factory.

Jason joins JMN to update us on TS Hilary's impact on California, and to preview another system developing off the coast of Texas. Fortunately, Florida remains clear from all of the currently active weather systems in the Gulf and Atlantic.

You Decide 2024 coverage continues with Blair MIller, reporting that former President Trump will not be participating in the first RNC Debate Wednesday evening from Milwaukee, possibly opting for a live interview with former Fox personality Tucker Carlson. Every other RNC candidate stands to gain from Trump's absence, but for the fact that his absence will itself be a dominating topic.