Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Action News Jax's Princess Jhane Stepherson is on-site for the re-opening ceremonies at the St. Johns River Ferry, and area residents are very excited about the increased convenience the ferry access provides between Mayport and Ft. George Island, where the difference is a 5 minute boat ride vs. an hour's drive through traffic.

NEW today, the CDC is releasing the latest data about drug overdose deaths nationwide. From 2016 to 2021, the agency found drug overdose death rates involving fentanyl increased by 279%. That’s compared to other drugs like meth and oxycodone. The findings show which age groups and areas have been hit the hardest by the growing fentanyl epidemic. We breakdown those trends and what you need to know.

Nat Ford, JTA CEO, joins JMN to discuss the service upgrades and maintenance completed on the St. Johns River Ferry, which reopens to public service today.

Jared reports on the latest in DC developments, including the expectation that a credit default date of June 1 may stimulate progress on debt limit legislation.

Princess reports from Baldwin, where a bee keeper's truck and a semi collision has released a colony of bees in the area. Efforts are underway to safely recover and evacuate the colony.

Blair reports on the latest developments regarding debt ceiling legislation, including a (new) default date that may influence more bipartisan cooperation.

Alexus reports on a wildfire near St. Augustine Shores. The fire appears to be contained, but is creating hazy traffic conditions in the area.

Brian joins JMN with a preview of his show today. Will former VP Mike Pence formally announce his candidacy? How much longer before Governor DeSantis confirms his candidacy? What do either of these candidates mean to Trump's campaign? And Brian catches you up on Hunter Biden's "baby mama drama." Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show 9a-noon!

Jared reports on the latest in DC, and what we can expect from the White House while the House of Representatives is in recess. One thing not to expect is any progress in debt ceiling deliberations, as Senate Democrats are unlikely to apply any adverse pressure toward negotiating or compromising with House GOP proposals.

Mike Hogan, Duval County Supervisor of Elections, joins JMN to discuss the early election resources available starting today around Duval County. Early voting sites are open 10a-6p daily through Sunday, May 14, with the official unitary election date Tuesday, May 16.