Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Jared reports on the Russia/Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul, and communication between President Biden and other heads of state on continuing to pressure Russia to end hostilities. Also, Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) has indicated she will vote in favor of SCOTUS nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson, establishing a measure of bipartisan support.

Kirstin reports that today, the Surgeon General and CDC director will speak with members of Congress about funding for continued Covid-19 management and prevention efforts, as the global pandemic continues.

Kennedy reports that several students were shot with a BB gun during gym class, in a manner similar to the "Orbeez Challenge" viral video on TikTok. JSO warns that this type of behavior could turn into a criminal case.

Blair reports on a congressional hearing with Gen. Todd Walters, the current top military commander in Europe, who is expected to testify about the biggest needs in Ukraine.

Sgt. Joseph Wells of the Putnam Co. Sheriff's Office has a press conference about the ongoing search for Jose Lara, and the resources that are actively searching for him. Lara, 1 year old, has been missing since yesterday afternoon. he was last seen playing outside of his Crescent City home.

Alicia updates the search for Jose Lara, a missing Putnam county toddler. The Putnam Co. Sheriff's Office is expected to have a press conference around 8am.

Christy updates the story of Tyre Sampson, a Missouri teen who fell from an amusement ride at Orlando's ICON Park last week.

Alicia reports on missing Putnam county toddler. Jose Lara, 1 year old, was last scene yesterday playing in his yard. Search teams have been looking since yesterday afternoon.

Jared reports on what's next for SCOTUS nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson now that confirmation hearings are over. Current plans are to have a Senate vote before Easter. GOP support is unlikely, based on early comments from Leader McConnell, but a vote along party lines would still advance Jackson to the Supreme Court.

The USS Orleck arrives in Jacksonville tomorrow, where it will dock downtown in its new permanent home. Daniel Bean joins JMN to discuss the long history of bringing a retired Navy ship to Jacksonville as a museum and attraction.