Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Jaxport CEO Eric Green joins JMN as ONE STORK, the largest container ship to ever utilize our ports, makes its way into the St. Johns River today. The capacity and resources to service such a vessel are indicative of the recent improvements at Jaxport, and will serve to draw additional port activity from large cargo vessels.

Blair reports on the latest debt ceiling developments, including a meeting this afternoon between the President and top members of both parties expected to continue negotiations prior to the approaching default.

Brian joins JMN to look at the latest with a potential DeSantis presidential bid, foreign ownership of Florida land, the debt ceiling discussions in D.C., and more. Join him for more on the Brian Kilmeade Show, 9am-noon!

Eben Brown follows up on the Allen, TX mall shooting over the weekend that left 9 dead, including the shooter. Governor Abbot praised the law enforcement officer on scene who neutralized the shooter, while President Biden has again asked that Congress pursue gun legislation reform.

In a year that has seen multiple headlines of train derailments and hazardous materials spilled, Action News Jax's Emily Turner looks at how trains transport hazardous chemicals, and what regulations are in place for your safety & protection. Hear the full story tonight at 5:45pm on Action News Jax on CBS47 & FOX30.

Princess reports on the high cost of living getting even higher, with SJC being the highest-cost area to live in locally. A meeting at city hall in St. Augustine this afternoon will address ways to make area housing more affordable.

Blair reports on the end of Title 42 immigration policies, and what this change of policies could mean for border security.

Eben reports on the closing of Florida's legislative session, and recent measures advanced including a pronoun/identity restriction bill, and an amendment to an existing sitting-official restriction that will allow DeSantis to run for federal office without having to vacate his role as Governor. A formal candidacy declaration is expected once that amendment is active.

Jacksonville Icemen President Bob Ohrablo joins JMN to hype this year's ECHL playoffs. The Icemen are hosting a double header this weekend, against East Coast Hockey League defending champions the Florida Everblades in the southern division playoffs. Tickets are still available for this weekend's games, but they're going fast!

Ben Becker previews this week's Restaurant Report. Hear the full rundown on CBS47 & Fox 30's Action News Jax at 6.