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Artificial intelligence is making headlines for reasons both thrilling and unsettling. From a potential mathematical breakthrough to warnings about human extinction, the pace of AI development is raising urgent questions — and AI expert Josh Gellar is weighing in.

Music is an important part of the history of Jacksonville.  And one of the ways music is spread throughout the River city is through the radio.  One radio program is celebrating 25 year of being on the air.  David Luckin, Creator and Host of Electro Lounge joins us this morning.

One year ago, News4JAX launched a brand-new podcast featuring some of the people who are shaping the River City. Now Joining us is host of Voices of the 904, Kendra Mazeke.

Today, we're celebrating the people who put the flavor, flair and creativity into the 904. Joining us is Michelle Cohen - with Cohen's events decor - she uses local entrepreneurs to really give her events a 904 flair.

From our neighborhoods and local businesses to our food, culture and people, today is all about showing some love for the 904. What began in 2021 has grown into a communitywide celebration of everything that makes Northeast Florida special. Joining us are 904 Day co-founders Natalie DeYoung, Melissa Ross and Heather Schatz.

Grandparents do so much to take care of their families, but are they taking care of themselves? We're breaking down health benefits and resources they may not even know are available.

He has built a following of nearly one million people by finding the comedy in dating, relationships and those everyday situations that make you say, "Why are we like this?"  Now, content creator, actor and comedian La'Trez Anderson is bringing that humor to Jacksonville.  He joins us before taking the stage tonight for one show at the Comedy Zone.

When moms hear "cybercrime," we might think about someone stealing a password, hacking a social media account or scamming us through a text.  But cyberattacks can also affect the systems our families depend on, including schools, hospitals, airports, the power grid and even our water supply. Benny Czarny is the founder and CEO of Florida-based cybersecurity company OPSWAT and the author of Cybersecurity Upside Down.

How do clouds hold all that water—and what finally makes the rain fall? This morning, some aspiring young scientists are helping us find the answer as we launch "ScienceSIS Weather Watch: Road to Galaxy Fest." Erica Willie, founder of The ScienceSIS Foundation, joins us along with one of her ScienceSIS students Moriah and News4JAX meteorologist Katie Garner.

Artificial intelligence is creating music, answering our questions and now, scientists have even used it to design viruses that have never existed in nature. At the same time, some people are pushing back on just how quickly this technology is moving. UNF technology expert Josh Gellar joins us to break down some of the AI stories getting our attention.

A Jacksonville market is creating an ongoing space for moms to grow their businesses while building community. Mom Made Jax is the city's first 100-percent mom-owned market—and it happens every month, featuring a rotating lineup of local makers and entrepreneurs. Joining us are co-founders Alicia and Morgan .

If burgers are on your weekend menu, you may want to pay attention.   Habit Burger & Grill's Double Char was just voted USA Today's number-one burger in America for the third year in a row. So, what makes a really good burger? We're getting a little lesson this morning and there's a chance for you to try one for free this Saturday. Kim Higgins with Habit Burger and Grill is with us this morning.

Day 1 of Mario Fernandez Murder Trial: Defense says he had no motive to kill Jared Bridegan

With today being National Thrift Shop Day, that's a pretty good reminder that you don't necessarily have to spend a lot to find some great things. But here's something you may not know: when you shop or donate to Goodwill, that money also helps fund job training and employment services in our community. Joining us today from Goodwill Industries of North Florida is Liz Morgan and Grace Phillips.

Artificial intelligence isn't just answering questions anymore — it's taking action. From an AI agent that reportedly hacked a gym's reservation system to students creating their own rules for using AI in school, the technology is moving fast — and raising some pretty big questions. So, are the rules keeping up? UNF professor and AI expert Josh Gellers joins us to break down the latest developments — and what they mean for how we use AI at school, at work and in our everyday lives.

Sickle cell disease affects about 100-thousand people in the U.S., but for one local father, those numbers are deeply personal. Cary Sparrow lost his daughter to the disease after watching her endure years of painful health challenges. Now, as his family prepares to celebrate her life, Sparrow is turning his grief into a mission raising awareness about sickle cell disease, encouraging people to understand their own sickle cell trait status, and sharing what he wishes more people knew.

News4JAX Senior Digital Producer Francine Frazier joins us this morning to discuss the murder of Jared Bridegan and the jury selection process in the trial of Mario Fernandez. She will be following the case closely over the next several weeks and updating News4JAX.com as the trial unfolds. 

New schools, new schedules, new bus routes, new activities — the first week back can be exciting, but it can also be a LOT for families. And that stress doesn't necessarily disappear when parents get to work. Snowden McFall is a professional speaker and executive coach specializing in stress management and resilient leadership.

The school year is almost underway, and while parents are busy doing all the last-minute things there's another skill that's just as important for kids this year—confidence. The ScienceSIS Foundation believes every child can be both a learner and a leader. This morning, Founder Erica Willie joins us.

Melanie Lawson and Michelle MCormick break the phenomenon of 'double rainbows" and how they happen and what they mean culturally.