THE MORNING SHOW

Florida House approves bill to shift ‘bed tax’ money from tourism marketing to property tax relief
Read full article: Florida House approves bill to shift ‘bed tax’ money from tourism marketing to property tax reliefThe Florida House on Friday approved a $5.008 billion tax package after making a change to a controversial proposal about shifting money collected for tourism marketing.

St. Augustine leaders move closer to making updates to city’s noise ordinance
Read full article: St. Augustine leaders move closer to making updates to city’s noise ordinanceSt. Augustine has been consulting with an expert about making changes to both the rules and the enforcement of its current noise ordinance.
MORNING SHOW VIDEOS

Jacksonville co-authors introduce first autistic Filipino children's book
Read full article: Jacksonville co-authors introduce first autistic Filipino children's bookIrene Batario and Redner Salonga joined the Morning Show to talk about their co-authored autistic Filipino children's book called "Bayani and the ABCs of Me."

How you can help children in need through the Wolfson Bass Tournament
Read full article: How you can help children in need through the Wolfson Bass TournamentIn a little over two weeks Baptist Health is set to lead its annual Bass Tournament to benefit Wolfson Children's Hospital. Chelsea Gaona, her son, Rowan, and Wolfson Children's Hospital president Allegra Jaros join us to share more about the annual tradition.

Resources available for those living with autism spectrum disorder
Read full article: Resources available for those living with autism spectrum disorderAs National Autism Acceptance Month wraps up, it's essential to remember to be accepting all year round. A doctor joined us on The Morning Show to talk about Autism Spectrum Disorder.

St. Augustine leaders want to hear from residents, businesses about Nights of Lights
Read full article: St. Augustine leaders want to hear from residents, businesses about Nights of LightsIn March, city commissioners decided to shorten the 2025 Nights of Lights event by eight days. Now, the city manager is proposing a series of public engagement meetings to get feedback about how the city is managing Nights of Lights and other large events.

With Florida lawmakers at odds over budget, House takes Monday off
Read full article: With Florida lawmakers at odds over budget, House takes Monday offThe Florida House and Senate face a tight deadline as the state nears the end of the 60-day legislative session on Friday, and now they are headed to overtime because of a dispute over the budget.

Take note: Keeping track of wins at work
Read full article: Take note: Keeping track of wins at workA win at work is a sign of success. It may earn praise from coworkers and managers. But will they remember it weeks, months, or even a year from now? Experts say keeping track of these moments as they happen could pay off down the road.
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Florida Poison Control warns half of all poisonings involve medications
Read full article: Florida Poison Control warns half of all poisonings involve medicationsNearly half of all poisonings in our area involve medications. An expert joins us on The Morning Show to explore the risks of over-the-counter medications and how local groups are teaming up to help families stay safe.

Beaches Go Green leads the way in environmental education and action
Read full article: Beaches Go Green leads the way in environmental education and actionThis month’s Positively JAX award goes to an organization making waves in both environmental protection and community education — just in time for Earth Day. Congratulations to Beaches Go Green, our April winner!

How to limit your exposure to poor air quality, avoid long-term health impacts
Read full article: How to limit your exposure to poor air quality, avoid long-term health impactsLong term exposure to poor air quality can have deep impacts to your overall health. We're sharing lifestyle changes to limit your exposure.

Jacksonville man found guilty in wife’s death following 2022 domestic dispute
Read full article: Jacksonville man found guilty in wife’s death following 2022 domestic disputeA Jacksonville jury has found 43-year-old Eugene Anderson guilty of manslaughter in the 2022 death of his wife, 42-year-old Velvet Brown-Anderson. Police said Eugene Anderson killed his wife in a “domestic dispute” on Nov. 24, 2022.

Attorneys say man convicted of killing his girlfriend, her 3 children not competent for execution
Read full article: Attorneys say man convicted of killing his girlfriend, her 3 children not competent for executionAttorneys for an inmate on Florida’s death row hope to convince a judge that he should not be put to death next month because he is not mentally sound.

St. Johns County School Board expected to announce short list in superintendent search
Read full article: St. Johns County School Board expected to announce short list in superintendent searchThe 10 semifinalists announced earlier are expected to be narrowed to a short list of finalists during a 4 p.m. meeting Friday.

Sneak peek of annual Historic Springfield Tour of Homes & Gardens
Read full article: Sneak peek of annual Historic Springfield Tour of Homes & GardensNews4JAX reporter Caleb Yauger got a sneak peek Friday morning of the 46th Historic Springfield Tour of Homes and Gardens, which allows visitors to Jacksonville’s oldest suburb this weekend to take a look behind the porches.

Historic Springfield Tour of Homes and Gardens returns this weekend
Read full article: Historic Springfield Tour of Homes and Gardens returns this weekendYou can explore Jacksonville’s oldest suburb this weekend and take a peek behind the porches at the 46th Historic Springfield Tour of Homes and Gardens. The event, presented by the Springfield Preservation and Revitalization Council and M&M Homes, takes place from 12 p.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Recognizing Holocaust Remembrance Day as numbers of survivors dwindle
Read full article: Recognizing Holocaust Remembrance Day as numbers of survivors dwindleA new projection shows that by 2032, fewer than 100,000 Holocaust survivors will remain worldwide. This serves as a stark reminder to listen to and preserve the voices of those who lived through the atrocities.

Orlando investing millions in bid to bring Jags to Central Florida during stadium renovations
Read full article: Orlando investing millions in bid to bring Jags to Central Florida during stadium renovationsOrange County recently recommended $11 million to cover the bid fees to host the Jaguars’ 2027 season, which will have to be played outside of Jacksonville while the team creates the “Stadium of the Future.”

Who is the fan favorite for the Jaguars to take in the first round of the NFL Draft?
Read full article: Who is the fan favorite for the Jaguars to take in the first round of the NFL Draft?While we won't know who the Jags will pick until tonight, there are a lot of theories from fans, and this morning, we have a good idea who the fan favorite is.

Hot car warning & other safety tips for traveling with children, pets
Read full article: Hot car warning & other safety tips for traveling with children, petsNational Kids and Pets Day on Saturday serves as a reminder of the dangers they face in cars, especially as families prepare to drive for spring or summer vacations.

Economists warn tariffs could increase credit card debt, which is at all-time high already
Read full article: Economists warn tariffs could increase credit card debt, which is at all-time high alreadyCredit card debt is at an all-time high in the U.S. A new Bankrate survey, found 48% of Americans hold some amount of credit card debt.

Florida among top 3 states for reported cyber crimes
Read full article: Florida among top 3 states for reported cyber crimesNationwide, Americans lost billions of dollars to online scams, and Florida was a hotbed for cyber crime last year. Here are the four most common schemes -- and ways to protect your cash.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day encourages safe disposal of expired medications
Read full article: National Prescription Drug Take Back Day encourages safe disposal of expired medicationsNational Prescription Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday, which makes it a good time to go through your medicine cabinet and see what’s expired.

Who are the Jaguars eyeing for the first round of the NFL Draft?
Read full article: Who are the Jaguars eyeing for the first round of the NFL Draft?News4JAX sports anchor Jamal St. Cyr talks about the draft prospects the Jaguars might be eyeing and whether they might trade down from the No. 5 spot in the first round of the NFL Draft.

Predicting the pick: Who are the Jags likely to take in the first round?
Read full article: Predicting the pick: Who are the Jags likely to take in the first round?While the Jaguars are slated to pick at No. 5 on Thursday, News4JAX sports anchor Jamal St. Cyr said he would not be surprised if the team trades down and makes a pick later in the first round.

Toxic trio: Allergies, heat & Lyme disease
Read full article: Toxic trio: Allergies, heat & Lyme diseaseOur changing climate is creating new health risks for children — longer allergy seasons, extreme heat affecting young athletes, and Lyme disease spreading to new areas. As these threats grow, parents and pediatricians need to be proactive in protecting children’s health and well-being.

Excitement brewing for fans ahead of 2025 DUUUVAL Draft Party at Lemon Bar
Read full article: Excitement brewing for fans ahead of 2025 DUUUVAL Draft Party at Lemon BarThe Jaguars might be scaling down the size of the annual draft watch party because of a change of venue, but fan excitement has ratcheted up with the team ready to make the No. 5 overall pick Thursday night.

House passes bill to propose dog registry, liability insurance for owners
Read full article: House passes bill to propose dog registry, liability insurance for ownersThe House passed a new bill aimed at creating a dog registry and requiring owners of those dogs to have $100,000 in liability insurance on Wednesday.

Go Red for Women Health Summit is coming up
Read full article: Go Red for Women Health Summit is coming upHeart disease is the number one killer of women — but it's also largely preventable. That's the focus of the upcoming Go Red for Women Health Summit and Luncheon hosted by the American Heart Association.

Consumer Reports tests vacuums to simplify spring cleaning and tackle embedded dirt
Read full article: Consumer Reports tests vacuums to simplify spring cleaning and tackle embedded dirtConsumer Reports recently put the top vacuum models to the test, to find out which earned top marks for everything from suction to getting up pet hair.

Students express ire, Councilman Matt Carlucci walks out of meeting over education resolution vote
Read full article: Students express ire, Councilman Matt Carlucci walks out of meeting over education resolution voteAn emergency motion that would have allowed a resolution supporting education funding to head straight to the Jacksonville City Council floor failed last night, leaving local students and Councilman Matt Carlucci shaking their heads.

Head coach talks home ice advantage for Jacksonville Icemen in playoffs
Read full article: Head coach talks home ice advantage for Jacksonville Icemen in playoffsThe team set a record for fan attendance for the third straight year during the regular season, and they’re hoping those fans pack out VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena and spur them to a three-game sweep.

Florida lawmakers set to vote on 'Pam Rock Act' to create dangerous dog registry
Read full article: Florida lawmakers set to vote on 'Pam Rock Act' to create dangerous dog registryA bill aimed at creating a dangerous dog registry and requiring owners of those dogs to have $100,000 in liability insurance is headed to the House for a vote on Wednesday. The bill is named for a Putnam County mail carrier who was mauled to death by dogs in 2022.

City Councilman shares disappointment over emergency education vote
Read full article: City Councilman shares disappointment over emergency education voteAn emergency motion that would have allowed a resolution supporting education funding to head straight to the Jacksonville City Council floor failed last night, leaving local students and Councilman Matt Carlucci shaking their heads.

Modeling good screen time habits can help kids develop healthy behaviors
Read full article: Modeling good screen time habits can help kids develop healthy behaviorsWe often hear about limiting screen time for kids, but those rules can be hard to follow when parents aren’t doing the same. That’s why it’s important to model good behavior.