YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Rich Jones brings you the latest political headlines from national and local stories, including increasing resources for presidential candidate security, new poll results, a curious political move by the Teamsters Union, betting on the election?, and more!

Jacksonville Symphony CEO Steven Libman joins JMN live from Jacoby Hall, as we continue to showcase the Jacksonville Symphony's 75th season premiere. Whatever conceptions you have of what the Symphony does, or what they sound like, they are so much more, with broad programs of music, education, outreach, and community engagement. Visit JAXSYMPHONY.…

As JMN continues live from Jacoby Hall, head conductor and musical director Courtney Lewis joins the show to share experiences from his 10 years with the Symphony, and what it means to perform with Jacksonville's musicians, how their programming visions are realized, and what's to come in the future with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra. Mayor D…

Nathaniel Efthimiou, the Assistant Conductor and Music Director for the Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra, joins JMN live from Jacoby Hall. Recently relocated from Boston, he shares how the Symphony and music performance affects the surrounding Jacksonville community, with outreach to youth music programs, education, and more. A JSYO quartet wi…

This week, WOKV recognizes Gunner's Mate Chief Justin Olsen, US Navy, stationed on the USS Cooperstown at Mayport. GMC Olsen serves as a primary Search & Rescue Swimmer, and earlier this year affected the safe rescue of a stranded mariner in distress. He will receive a medal for his heroic actions.

HEALTHCARE COSTS - Americans around the country are struggling to keep up with rising costs and that includes healthcare bills. This week, members of Congress debated ways to lower the cost of healthcare, including prescription drugs. Samantha Manning breaks it down from Capitol Hill.

Don McCullough joins JMN live from Jacoby Hall, sharing details about this weekend's season opener performance of Mahler's 2nd Symphony. McCullough has been the Chorus director since 2012. This season marks the 40th anniversary for the Chorus, and the 75th anniversary for the Symphony.

CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST–FRI.(!) SEPT. 20TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIO The WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 8TODAY: Partly sunny with a brief isolated inland shower. High: 89… cooler late in the day from I-95 to the beaches.TONIGHT: Partly cloudy with an isolated coastal shower. Low: 70SATURDAY: Partly sunny & breezy with an iso…

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as President Biden will address the Economic Club of Washington DC today following yesterday's FED interest rate reduction announcement. The announcement will spur reductions in various consumer loan and financing interest rates (mortgage, car loan, credit cards, etc.),…

So much going on around town this weekend. Want family fun? Check out the Mission Astronaut exhibit at the MOSH, and explore all the science and fun! Want sports? The Crustacean Nation will turn out in force for the final Jumbo Shrimp home games this season! Want music? Southern Rock icon Warren Haynes (Allman Bros., Gov't Mule) performs at the Flo…

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Senator Rick Scott joins JMN to discuss the latest investigation details on the 2nd alleged assassination attempt on President Trump, and ongoing concerns with Secret Service processes, resources, and transparency. Senators Scott and Marco Rubio are sponsoring new legislation to increase Secret Service securit…

TEEN SAFETY FEATURES - Instagram announces several new safety features will be coming to the platform for users under 18 years old. The new “teen account” settings will increase privacy on the app and give parents more control over their child’s account. It comes as parents and advocates want lawmakers to move forward on legislation to increase saf…

CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST–THU. SEPT. 19TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIO The WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 8TODAY: Partly sunny with a brief isolated shower. High: 89TONIGHT: Becoming mostly clear. Low: 70FRIDAY: Partly sunny with an isolated shower. High: 88… cooler late in the day.SATURDAY: Partly sunny, isolated shower. High: 8…

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as former President Biden is back on the campaign trail, making his first public campaign stop after last weekend's alleged 2nd assassination attempt was thwarted. Meanwhile, Vice President Harris has another long interview in the books. WOKV's Kirstin Garriss looks at both events.…

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Secretary of State Blinken is in Egypt, where he is trying to "ratchet down" tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. A peaceful accord seems more challenging after the mass casualties from simultaneous electronic device explosions in Lebanon. Israel is being blamed by many for the attack, though no party has cl…

BOOSTER SEAT STUDY - An alarming number of kids are not properly buckled up in their vehicles, according to a new report. A new study found that four out of five parents moved their child out of a booster seat before the child was big enough. Three in four parents were unaware that kids need to ride in boosters until they’re 4-foot-9-inches tall. I…

CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST–WED. SEPT. 18TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIO The WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 6TODAY: Partly sunny with afternoon showers & t’storms developing. High: 88TONIGHT: A shower or t’storm early… partly cloudy. Low: 71THURSDAY: Partly sunny & hot with an isolated shower. High: 90FRIDAY: Partly sunny, isolated…

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Secret Service resources are in the spotlight again after another alleged assassination attempt on former President Trump was thwarted over the weekend.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the Secret Service is in the spotlight again after another alleged assassination attempt on former President Trump over the weekend. This time, there are considerations for how to increase security personnel allocations and what resources that would entail, as election day draws closer.…

PARTIALLY AUTOMATED CARS - Drivers are more likely to multitask when using partially automated systems, according to NEW research from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The report found drivers are more likely to check their phones, eat or do other activities. Nicole D’Antonio spoke to the researchers behind the study. She joins us live i…

Brian joins JMN with thoughts on the latest alleged Trump assassination attempt, and the criticism of campaign rhetoric as a contributing factor. Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show 10a-noon!

CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST–TUE. SEPT. 17TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIO The WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 7TODAY: Partly sunny with widely scattered afternoon showers, a t’storm. High: 85TONIGHT: Partly cloudy. Low: 71WEDNESDAY: Partly sunny, hotter… a few showers, an afternoon t’storm. High: 88THURSDAY: Partly sunny, isolated sh…

NFL and University of Florida hall of famer Emmitt Smith joins JMN to promote the READY TO RESCUE campaign, raising awareness for opioid abuse and the availability and use of Narcan to intercede in the event of overdose. Visit READYTORESCUE.COM or NARCAN.COM for more information.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Kirstin reports on the possibility of future of presidential debates in this election cycle, and where the campaigns are headed this weekend. It's 53 days until the election!

Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh shares this weekend's detailed weather forecast, including when (or if?) you can get that yard work done between showers, and how the weather might impact the Jaguars home opener vs. the Browns.

This week's First Responder spotlight features Deputy Mitchell Spencer of the Nassau County Sheriff's Office.

Easy 102.9's Toni Foxx takes a tasty look at Mandarin treats!

CHILDREN ONLINE SAFETY - The clock is ticking to pass legislation on a series of social media bills. Parents are in Washington DC right now to have their voices heard. Many of them lost children to bullying, eating disorders and drug overdoses. Nicole D’Antonio is live in Washington with one mother's story. She shares the steps needed to pass a com…

CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST–FRI. SEPT. 13TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIO The WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 5TODAY: Morning clouds, some sun(!), an isolated/brief shower… warm & very humid with numerous heavy afternoon showers & t’storms. High: 87TONIGHT: Showers ending early… mostly cloudy/sticky. Low: 73SATURDAY: Mostly cloudy wi…

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Eben Brown reports on a government funding bill that didn't make it to a House vote this week. One of the attachments was a GOP election security plan, featuring measures of the SAVE Act. If a revised funding plan is not passed, government funding will expire on Oct 1 resulting in another government shutdown.…

Big weekend in the 904 (aka the 324, but who calls it that?) ... The "Conservation On Draft" fundraiser happens this weekend at the Jacksonville Zoo, always a great time! The Jacksonville Symphony presents their "Parrots & Palms" tribute to Jimmy Buffett, 80s prog-rock headbangers Zebra perform at the Florida Theatre, and the Ritz Theatre & Museum …

STATE OF STUDENT - With students now back in class, the White House announced additional steps to combat absenteeism and provide new tools and resources for teachers following the pandemic. According to NEW data from Curriculum Associates, fewer students are achieving grade level placement than before the pandemic. However, since the return to in-p…

CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST–THU. SEPT. 12TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIO The WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 5TODAY: Mostly cloudy with showers at times, a few t’storms. Periods of heavy rain continue. High: 84TONIGHT: Evening showers, a t’storm. Low: 75FRIDAY: Partly to mostly cloudy with showers & t’storms. High: 85SATURDAY: Mostl…

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the Vice President and former President finally debated each other in person. WOKV's Kirstin Garriss looks at the key issues raised, and how their first (and potentially only?) debate might impact polls.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Duval County Democratic Party Chair Daniel Henry joins JMN to review the Harris/Trump debate, and share thought son how this event might influence party supporters and undecided voters. The Duval County Republican Party has also been invited to share opinions on the debate and its potential impact. The Vice Pr…

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as WOKV political analyst Dr. Michael Binder reviews the Harris/Trump debate, key moments for each candidate, and what impacts this event may have on undecided voters.

TEEN BRAIN HEALTH - From mental health to learning loss, there has been extensive research on how the pandemic continues to impact teens. Now, a new study finds that the pandemic may have have caused rapid brain aging in teens, especially teen girls. According to the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences some teenagers, brains age…

CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST–WED. SEPT. 11TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIO *** FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY ***The WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 4TODAY: Periods of rain & t’storms with heavy rain at times & potential flooding. High: 83TONIGHT: Clouds & showers. Low: 74THURSDAY: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers & t’storms. High: 85FRI…

Team USA and UNF's own Morgan Ray returns from the 2024 Paralympics in Paris with a Silver medal. His proud papa Matt Ray joins JMN to recount some exciting moments from the games, and the joy of seeing his son achieving the dream of competing with elite athletes.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Vice President Harris and former President Trump have never met in person -- but they'll meet tonight on the debate stage! WOKV's Samantha Manning details what the candidates are saying in advance of tonight's event, and what we can expect tonight. WOKV coverage starts at 8pm.…

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, with the first debate encounter between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump happening in Pennsylvania later this evening, as polls suggest 3 in 10 undecided voters may be persuaded by tonight's performance-- which could decide a close election! WOKV debate coverage starts at 8pm and wil…

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as WOKV political analyst Rick Mullaney looks at strategies for success for tonight's presidential debate, and also points out vulnerabilities to avoid for each of the candidates. WOKV will air the full debate, along with pre- and post-debate analysis starting at 8pm.…

FEMA DISASTERS - Are you prepared for a natural disaster? From wildfires to tropical cyclones and winter storms, severe weather events are becoming more frequent across the country. According to FEMA, there have already been 19 confirmed weather disaster events so far this year resulting in 149 deaths. Those events have also had significant economi…

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Brian previews the Harris/Trump debate tonight, and key talking points he expects each of them to address. Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show from 10a-noon, and listen to WOKV for live debate coverage starting at 8pm tonight.

CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST–TUE. SEPT. 10TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIO The WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 6TODAY: Mostly cloudy & humid with scattered showers, isolated t’storm. High: 84TONIGHT: Clouds & showers. Low: 74WEDNESDAY: On-&-off rain, a few t’storms – heavy rain at times. High: 83THURSDAY: Clouds & showers, a few t’sto…

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as WOKV's Samantha Manning reports how the Presidential candidates are faring in recent polls, and how the needle might move after tomorrow's Harris/Trump debate.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Jared looks at the upcoming Presidential debate between Vice President Harris and former President Trump. This will be the first time they have shared a stage or spotlight, and is currently the only debate scheduled between the presidential candidates. Jared leads our debate coverage starting tomorrow night at…

The Wildlife Wanderer Curtis Dvorak joins JMN with a special guests Emily and her friendly Animal Ambassador, Maui the Skink! See images from the visit online, and check out the "Conservation On Draft" event coming up this weekend! Get your annual pass to the Zoo!

MENTAL HEALTH COVERAGE - Today the Biden administration is placing new requirements on health plans to improve mental healthcare for Americans with private health insurance. In a statement, President Biden said mental healthcare is out of reach for many Americans. The new rules would ensure mental health coverage will be covered at the same level a…

CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST – WOKV RADIO MONDAY, SEPTEBMER 9, 2024 METEOROLOGIST COREY SIMMA The WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 7 TODAY: Cloudy, Warm & Humid, Off-and-On Showers. High: 82 TONIGHT: Cloudy with Isolated Showers. Low: 72 TUESDAY: Cloudy, Scattered Showers & Storms. High: 82 WEDNESDAY: Cloudy & Humid. Off-and-On Rain & Storms. High…