First Coast Connect

Railroad maintenance workers raise fears about staff cuts and the potential for automation at Jacksonville-based CSX Transportation.

A new graphic novel explores the extraordinary migration of Cuban children, and DCPS urges voters to stay the course on school support

A new book explores Jacksonville's central and distinct role in the history of Gullah Geechee culture.

A new lawsuit accuses the state of illegally keeping mentally ill patients in jail, and a new photography exhibit captures pre-development Florida.

From Aaron Zhan’s early release from prison to Kevin Carrico’s sudden departure from the Boys & Girls Club, we discuss all the week’s headlines on our Friday Week in Review

Political analyst Chris Hand breaks down what got cut (and what made the cut) in the city’s $2 billion budget, as well as what mass layoffs signal about JTA’s future.

Educator Hope McMath scores a victory in her free speech fight after she was removed from the classroom over controversial social media posts.

The most powerful executive faces a possible corrective in November’s elections, considered by some to be the most consequential in modern history.

Meteorologist Lew Turner delivers the long-range forecast; Miami Herald reporter Claire Heddles examines the local version of Alligator Alcatraz.

A principal removed after a weapon is found in his car, and the community reacts to racist displays at a high school volleyball game.

A new documentary chronicles the promised “hostile takeover” of Florida’s New College and the protests that followed.

A new leader takes the helm of WJCT Public Media at a dynamic time in both media and nonprofit journalism. We ask her about her short-term goals and long-term vision for the organization.

A documentary highlighting the critical role of wildlife corridors comes as funding cuts imperil the program’s future.

Florida Realtors pour millions into the campaign for Amendment 3.

From political fundraising at a Tampa Bay Rays game to the Duval teachers union’s struggle for survival, our media roundtable discusses the week’s headlines.

Local cattle ranchers and economists say President Trump’s beef import plan is raising pressures on an already-strained business sector.

From the sudden departure of JEA’s CEO to the state pullback on Flock surveillance cameras, we discuss the latest city news with Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan.

A best-selling mystery writer explains how her years as a crime reporter inform her dark fictional worldview.

From the state’s lockstep Flock removal to a surprise goodbye from JEA’s CEO, we discuss the week’s headlines with our panel of media experts.

Community members raise the alarm about potential health and quality of life impacts of a proposed concrete manufacturing plant.

From a local band’s viral hit, “Love,” to a solo performance by Billy Strings’ musical collaborator, we drop the needle on the First Coast music scene

A child abuse reporting crackdown; investigating the "investigation" at Douglas Anderson; and three St. Johns County officials arrested in a voter scam.

A self-described Democratic Socialist looks to unseat the longtime Republican incumbent.

As the DEA announces an emergency ban on synthetic Kratom, a local mom whose son died from the drug pushes for a broader, more permanent fix.

State Rep. Angie Nixon on why she’s running for U.S. Senate.