THE MORNING SHOW
Man shot Sunday at violence-plagued Valencia Way Apartments, police say
Read full article: Man shot Sunday at violence-plagued Valencia Way Apartments, police sayA man in his early 20s is expected to recover after he was shot Sunday evening at the Valencia Way Apartments, a Westside complex with a years-long history of violent crime. Detectives are still working to identify the shooter, who was described as wearing all black clothing with a red face covering.
Woman’s experience with endometriosis led her to launch foundation so others will know ‘they are not alone’
Read full article: Woman’s experience with endometriosis led her to launch foundation so others will know ‘they are not alone’One in 10 women are diagnosed with endometriosis, a chronic and usually debilitating condition that can be easily misdiagnosed.
MORNING SHOW VIDEOS
News4JAX+ at 10:30 a.m.: How artificial intelligence is shaping education
Read full article: News4JAX+ at 10:30 a.m.: How artificial intelligence is shaping educationArtificial intelligence is becoming a regular part of students' lives — whether it's helping with research, brainstorming ideas, or even completing assignments. But with these powerful tools comes a lot of questions for parents and educators. Josh Gellers, Dean of Professional and Lifelong Learning at the University of North Florida, joined Melanie Lawson on her streaming show to help parents understand how AI is shaping education for kids and teens.
News4JAX+ at 10:30 a.m.: Gate River Run recap
Read full article: News4JAX+ at 10:30 a.m.: Gate River Run recapMore than 20,000 participants, including our own Melanie Lawson, laced up for the Gate River Run 15K on Saturday morning. Elite runner Julie Stackhouse joined Mel for a recap of this year's event.
News4JAX+ at 10 a.m.: 6 factors that can make it hard for teens to sleep
Read full article: News4JAX+ at 10 a.m.: 6 factors that can make it hard for teens to sleepDr. Adam Rappoport, a sleep specialist with Nemours Children's Health, joined Jennifer Waugh on her streaming show to explain the six common factors that can cause sleep difficulties for children and teens.
News4JAX+ at 10 a.m.: Attorney explains roofing scam red flags to look for
Read full article: News4JAX+ at 10 a.m.: Attorney explains roofing scam red flags to look forJacksonville Area Legal Aid attorney Annie Rodriguez joined Jennifer Waugh on her 10 a.m. streaming show to explain what you should do before you even consider hiring an attorney if you believe you've been taken advantage of in a roofing scam.
Man shot Sunday at violence-plagued Valencia Way Apartments, police say
Read full article: Man shot Sunday at violence-plagued Valencia Way Apartments, police sayA man in his early 20s is expected to recover after he was shot Sunday evening at the Valencia Way Apartments, a Westside complex with a years-long history of violent crime.
Spring Cleaning: Making more closet space on a budget
Read full article: Spring Cleaning: Making more closet space on a budgetSpring is just around the corner, and that makes it the perfect time to finally tackle that overstuffed closet. Christine Stone with Neatly Designed shows us simple, inexpensive ways to clear the clutter and actually find what you own.
Which 'sleep hacks' are actually backed by science?
Read full article: Which 'sleep hacks' are actually backed by science?A growing number of "sleep hacks" promise to fix everything from midnight wakeups to full-blown insomnia, but how much of it is actually backed by science? Dr. Nura Festic from the Jacksonville Sleep Center joined us on The Morning Show to break it down.
House, Senate still at odds over Florida’s budget with just days left in regular session
Read full article: House, Senate still at odds over Florida’s budget with just days left in regular sessionWith a week left in the scheduled regular session, House and Senate leaders aren’t yet into formal budget negotiations.
MORE MORNING SHOW VIDEOS
Welcome to The Morning Show crew: Reporter Andrea Snody
Read full article: Welcome to The Morning Show crew: Reporter Andrea SnodyJennifer and Melanie welcomed aboard a new member of The Morning Show team on Monday: reporter Andrea Snody, who will begin bringing live reports from the field in a couple of weeks. Andrea is a Penn State grad and serves in the Army National Guard.
Keeping your kids in the game: Preventing sports injuries
Read full article: Keeping your kids in the game: Preventing sports injuriesFor kids, playing sports isn’t just fun; it builds teamwork, confidence, and skills, but as any parent knows, injuries can happen. In 2024, about 1.4 million kids ages 5 to 14 ended up in the ER for sports and recreational injuries. Some of the most common sports-related injuries are sprains and strains.
Running the Gate River Run? Don't miss this last-minute advice from an expert
Read full article: Running the Gate River Run? Don't miss this last-minute advice from an expertLocal running legend Julie Stackhouse joined us on The Morning Show with some last-minute tips to help us run strong, avoid rookie mistakes, and maybe even enjoy the race.
Woman’s experience with endometriosis led to foundation so others will know ‘they are not alone’
Read full article: Woman’s experience with endometriosis led to foundation so others will know ‘they are not alone’One in 10 women are diagnosed with endometriosis, a chronic and usually debilitating condition that can be easily misdiagnosed. Tam Carter, who was originally diagnosed with the disease in 1999, started the “Shed a LIGHT on" foundation so other women will know "they are not alone."
Consumer Reports finds the safest babyproofing products for parents
Read full article: Consumer Reports finds the safest babyproofing products for parentsConsumer Reports tested dozens of babyproofing products to find the ones that work best and talked with child safety experts to create a babyproofing checklist that covers all areas of your home.
What are the most common preventable accidents that send children to the ER?
Read full article: What are the most common preventable accidents that send children to the ER?Dr. Samuel Stephenson, a pediatric emergency medicine specialist with Wolfson Children's Hospital, joined us on The Morning Show to explain the four most common accidents involving children.
Consumer Reports investigation: Testing more infant formula for contaminants
Read full article: Consumer Reports investigation: Testing more infant formula for contaminantsConsumer Reports has released a follow-up to its investigation into infant formula safety, expanding testing to include everything from liquid ready-to-feed products to specialty and alternative formulas.
Justice 4 All: How proposed legislation could impact homeowners with pools
Read full article: Justice 4 All: How proposed legislation could impact homeowners with poolsIn the latest Justice 4 All segment on The Morning Show, local attorney Millicent Daniels joined us to answer your questions about how proposed legislation at the State Capitol could impact homeowners who have pools.
Man charged after 1 killed, 2 wounded in shooting at St. Johns County construction site
Read full article: Man charged after 1 killed, 2 wounded in shooting at St. Johns County construction siteA 20-year-old man is being charged with murder and attempted murder after investigators say an argument Wednesday afternoon at a St. Johns County subdivision construction site turned violent. Yovany Lopez Cobo, who is accused of fatally shooting one man and wounding two others, is currently being held without bond in the St. Johns County jail.
How Florida’s fishing license change could impact tourists
Read full article: How Florida’s fishing license change could impact touristsA change to Florida’s fishing license system could affect out-of-state visitors hoping to fish during upcoming travel periods like spring break. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is updating its licensing system, and right now that means out-of-state anglers cannot purchase short-term fishing licenses online like they previously could.
Man charged after 1 killed, 2 wounded by gunfire at construction site in St. Johns County
Read full article: Man charged after 1 killed, 2 wounded by gunfire at construction site in St. Johns CountyA 20-year-old man is being charged with murder and attempted murder after investigators say an argument Wednesday afternoon at a St. Johns County subdivision construction site turned violent. Yovany Lopez Cobo, who is accused of fatally shooting one man and wounding two others, is currently being held without bond in the St. Johns County jail.
What is gramping? Spring Break for teens & grandparents
Read full article: What is gramping? Spring Break for teens & grandparentsWhen you think of family Spring Break vacations with your teen, you might think of beach trips or theme park getaways. Now, many families are opting for “gramping,” which is when grandparents and grandchildren vacation together and leave the parents at home.
World Obesity Day: Why doctors say it's time to rethink how we talk about weight
Read full article: World Obesity Day: Why doctors say it's time to rethink how we talk about weightMore than 1 billion people worldwide are living with obesity, including more than 40% of U.S. adults and 1 in 5 children. Dr. Kia Mitchell — Medical Director of Families First Medical Group and Executive Director of the International Women's Obesity Network — joined us on The Morning Show to talk about why obesity is a chronic medical disease — not a personal failure — and how stigma may actually be harming patients.
Women's History Month: Generation W celebrates 15 years of intention, connection
Read full article: Women's History Month: Generation W celebrates 15 years of intention, connectionAs we celebrate Women's History Month, a true trailblazer joined us on The Morning Show. Donna Orender, the founder and CEO of Generation W, is a former president of the WNBA and now serves as Commissioner of The UPSHOT League, a professional women's basketball league headquartered in Jacksonville. And through Generation W and Gen Wow, Orender helps empower and inspire more than 25,000 women and girls.
Justice 4 All: How proposed legislation could impact homeowners with pools
Read full article: Justice 4 All: How proposed legislation could impact homeowners with poolsAs we continue our series on keeping your kids safe, we're focused on questions about how proposed legislation at the state capital could impact homeowners who have pools. Local attorney Millicent Daniels joins us this morning in our Justice 4 All segment. Justice 4 All is proudly #sponsored by Daniels Law Firm, helping Florida families better understand their rights and legal options.
Jacksonville HIV advocate warns of crisis as thousands lose medication access
Read full article: Jacksonville HIV advocate warns of crisis as thousands lose medication accessFlorida’s emergency cuts to the AIDS Drug Assistance Program could leave more than 16,000 people without consistent access to HIV medication or insurance coverage, including at least 500 in Jacksonville.
Consumer Reports breaks down what parents should know about GPS trackers for children
Read full article: Consumer Reports breaks down what parents should know about GPS trackers for childrenMore parents are turning to GPS trackers and kids’ smartwatches to keep tabs on their child’s location, but who else can see that location, and are you putting your child’s data at risk? We have a new investigation from Consumer Reports that parents will want to see!
Big Changes: What to know if you’re running — or watching — the Gate River Run on Saturday
Read full article: Big Changes: What to know if you’re running — or watching — the Gate River Run on SaturdayIf you’re running the annual Gate River Run — or just planning to be downtown — this year comes with major changes. We’re breaking down what you need to know before race day with the help of longtime race director Doug Alred.
Keep Them Safe: Local safety expert shares important info on drowning prevention
Read full article: Keep Them Safe: Local safety expert shares important info on drowning preventionJulia Della Porta, a Community Health Educator at Safe Kids Northeast Florida, joined us on The Morning Show to share important information for all caregivers to help reduce the risk of drowning.
DCPS police investigating after unauthorized person boards school bus
Read full article: DCPS police investigating after unauthorized person boards school busA high school student told News4JAX that a Monday morning bus ride turned into a frightening incident when a man boarded a school bus, sat next to her and touched her inappropriately.
YMCA backs proposed legislation to widen swim voucher ages, create rules for rental properties
Read full article: YMCA backs proposed legislation to widen swim voucher ages, create rules for rental propertiesState lawmakers in Tallahassee are considering two bills aimed at reducing drowning deaths among children: one focuses on vouchers for swim lessons and the other is about rules for rental properties.
Scratch Season: Hidden health risks for pets this Spring
Read full article: Scratch Season: Hidden health risks for pets this SpringThey play, they roll, they run! And they itch! What looks like playtime can actually be a sign of fleas, ticks or allergies. New national forecasts show flea and tick season is starting earlier and lasting longer across much of the U.S.
What's new in downtown Jacksonville? We take a look at the latest developments
Read full article: What's new in downtown Jacksonville? We take a look at the latest developmentsNews4JAX reporter Briana Brownlee has been tracking all the latest on downtown development and shares an update on what's happening and what we could see in the near future.
Keeping your kids safe online: The free tools parents need to know
Read full article: Keeping your kids safe online: The free tools parents need to knowDangers lurk online and in the video games your kids play for fun. Fortunately, there are some free apps that can help you monitor what your kids are doing and who they are communicating with.
Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance returns for 31st anniversary this weekend
Read full article: Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance returns for 31st anniversary this weekendIf you are ready to celebrate speed and style, then you want to be at the Ritz Carlton Amelia Island this weekend for the 31st annual Concours d'Elegance. Chef Zane Nesbitt, the Ritz-Carlton Executive Sous Chef and car specialist Ramsey Potts joined us to give us a peek at what's to come.
Chef Jeff Johnson shares a preview of what's coming at the Jacksonville Food & Wine Festival
Read full article: Chef Jeff Johnson shares a preview of what's coming at the Jacksonville Food & Wine FestivalThe Jacksonville Food & Wine Festival is almost here. We are talking unlimited tastings, curated wine pairings, and some of Jacksonville's most talented chefs, all in one spot. And Chef Jeff Johnson with 3 J's Catering is giving us a preview you can practically taste through your screen.
How the conflict in the Middle East could affect prices at the pump
Read full article: How the conflict in the Middle East could affect prices at the pumpThe conflict overseas could impact gas prices here at home. Right now, the price of crude oil is hovering around $72 a barrel, and that is expected to go up. AAA says there's usually a correlation between higher oil prices and higher gas prices.
60% of prostate cancer patients are opting out of treatment & living just as long, study finds
Read full article: 60% of prostate cancer patients are opting out of treatment & living just as long, study findsToday, less than 1% of the 3.5 million men living with prostate cancer are expected to die from it.
Game On: UNF’s new flight deck esports arena aims to level up Jacksonville’s tech scene
Read full article: Game On: UNF’s new flight deck esports arena aims to level up Jacksonville’s tech sceneThe University of North Florida’s new esports and innovation arena, The Flight Deck, opens to students at 10 a.m. Tuesday, marking a major step in the school’s plan to expand technology learning and strengthen the region’s future workforce.
Positively JAX: Here Tomorrow is saving lives by meeting people where they are
Read full article: Positively JAX: Here Tomorrow is saving lives by meeting people where they areThis month’s Positively JAX winner, Here Tomorrow, is redefining suicide prevention in Northeast Florida by offering something many families say they couldn’t find when they needed it most: immediate, personal support at no cost and with no wait.
Local doctor explains new minimally invasive treatment for prostate cancer
Read full article: Local doctor explains new minimally invasive treatment for prostate cancerDr. Ali Kasraeian from Kasraeian Urology is the first in our area to utilize a new minimally invasive treatment, called Focal Therapy, that precisely targets and destroys prostate cancer tumors. NOTE: The graphic pictured is courtesy of Avenda Health.
Heart hacks to improve your health
Read full article: Heart hacks to improve your healthDo you know heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., claiming more lives than cancer and accidental deaths combined! So how can you improve your heart health? Small changes in the kitchen can make a big difference.
