Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Robert Grant looks at the latest developments in the Duval County Schools leadership drama, as a meeting today may decide whether or not to remove DCS Superintendent Dr. Diana Greene from her leadership position. This stems from allegations of failure to follow up on previous faculty misconduct reports, brought to light after recent claims against multiple Douglas Anderson School of the Arts faculty members.

Blair reports on the state meeting between President Biden and the South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol later today at the White House.

Robert reports on a hit-and-run crash near the I-10/Lane Avenue exchange happening late last night, involving a pickup truck striking a semi, resulting in a fuel spill that had Lane Avenue closed for hours.

On this JMN special, hosts Rich Jones and April Davis sit down with mayoral candidates Donna Deegan (D) and Daniel Davis (R), as they share their respective plans for the city and answer listener questions. Early voting opens on May 1, and the run-off election day is May 16.

Blair reports on President Biden's official announcement that he will pursue reelection for 2024, with Vice President Harris returning as his running mate. Critics from both parties are voicing concerns about Biden's age, health, and viability for the future job rigors. Similar criticisms have been raised about former President Trump as well, since he announced his own candidacy months ago.

Princess reports on a stabbing incident last night near the Walmart on Philips Highway near Emerson.

Brian joins JMN to discuss Tucker Carlson's exit from FOX, President Biden's expected official reelection campaign confirmation, and why Governor DeSantis is still playing coy about his campaign interest. Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show from 9am to noon!

Jared reports on the latest developments regarding the debt ceiling, where Speaker McCarthy says he has a solution that he expects will achieve bipartisan agreement.

Princess reports on the possible ousting of Duval County Schools Superintendent Dr. Diana Greene, 2 years before her contract expires. The ouster discussion alleges insufficient follow-up on a teacher misconduct investigation. A rally supporting Dr. Greene is scheduled for this evening.

This week, all eyes are on Congress where Republicans say they’re planning to vote to approve a GOP plan to address the budget and debt limit by Friday. If lawmakers don’t act soon, the Treasury Department warns the country could go into default and that could me higher borrowing rates for mortgages and credit credits. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says this proposal would raise the nation's debt ceiling slightly, but also try to including some budget cuts. But Democrats have been pushing back on the possible cuts under this plan. We break down both side of the argument and how this could impact you.