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YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, with the South Carolina primary this weekend. While Trump is expected to win "bigly," Nikki Haley has already gone on record that she will not suspend her campaign regardless of the results., as there are still many state primaries to come and a variety of legal issues that may impact Trump's campaign eligibility.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Congress faces another legislative deadline for the 2024 federal funding budget, as the current extension deadline is next week. Optimists expect some legislative language to start taking shape this weekend. Also this weekend, the South Carolina primary looms, with Trump still having a near 2-to-1 lead over Haley in advance polls.

Ben Becker has this week's report on local restaurant inspections

The 2024 Child Cancer Fund Golf Tournament is coming up on March 25. Now is a great time to get your company foursome together, register, and have some fun for a great cause. CCF's Carla Montgomery joins JMN to share details about the event and how it impacts local families dealing with pediatric cancer.

This week's For Locals By Locals segment features FILO APPAREL, a brand of fireproof apparel and uniforms. FILO (First In, Last Out) is inspired by and targeted to firefighters. Learn more at FILOAPPAREL.COM

WOKV recognizes JSO Auxiliary Officer Luis Chavez in this week's First Responder Friday segment.

Chandler Morgan looks at what's new, what's different, and what's happening this weekend

Toni Foxx and @ElainEatsJax are talking pizza on this week's Foxx Food Talk.

STRESS MENTAL HEALTH - A new CDC report finds a strong connection between mental health and drug use among teens. Nearly 45% of teens being evaluated for substance abuse say they turn to drugs to "stop worrying about a problem." Others reported it helped with depression or anxiety. This comes after the U.S. Surgeon General issued an advisory on social media use and protecting youth mental health....

Logan reports on an arrest made for the murder of Terrill Trumble, who was shot in his Love Grove apartment last year. James Conyers is accused of the murder, and is already in custody facing other charges.

Alexus reports on the vandalism investigation at Teakwood Villas.

As their 100th anniversary approaches, Florida Theatre President Numa Saisselin joins JMN to talk about the theatre, its history and renovation, and all the great things to come as it continues to be a iconic entertainment venue.

The stars of Napoleon Dynamite will appear at the Florida Theatre tonight for a Q&A after a 20th anniversary screening of the cult comedy classic. Jon Heder (Napoleon), Efren Ramirez (Pedro), and Jon Gries (Uncle Rico) join JMN's Rich Jones and producer Scotty for our own Q&A about the movie and its legacy.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as bipartisan border control agreements implode again, prompting potential executive actions from the White House to wrangle some increased measures of border control. Meanwhile female health and reproductive rights continue to make headlines following a controversial declaration that frozen embryos "are children," according to the Alabama Supreme Court, prompti...

Tons of fun going down in the 904/324 this weekend! At the Florida Theatre tnight, it's the 20th Anniversary of Napoleon Dynamite, featuring the film and a Q&A with the stars! Dancing with the Stars is live at the Thrasher-Horne Center tonight. Musical options this weekend include the Jax Symphony (playing McCartney, Elton John, and Andrew Lloyd Webber), international blues sensation Ana Popovic p...

DIRECT FILE TAXES - There’s a new option to file your taxes this year. The IRS announced it will begin rollout of the new "Direct File" website to those who qualify. The free program will open on a limited basis. However, there has already been some pushback to the new service. Nicole D'Antonio joins us live in Washington with details of who qualifies and how you can access it to complete your tax...

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Nikki Haley has vowed to remain in the Presidential candidacy race regardless of the South Carolina primary outcome, to the frustration of Trump.

Rich and Logan discuss closing the pedestrian bridge crossing St. Johns Parkway near Liberty Pines Academy. This closure follows a car collision with the bridge earlier this week. While inspectors are checking to see if the wreck damaged the bridge's structural security, the closure cuts off a safe path to get kids to and from the nearby school.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues as the Biden Administration has another program for forgiving certain student loan debts, and he follows the US role in obstructing a United Nations negotiated cease fire in Gaza.

Your chance to bid and win the Kaye's Kicks custom shoes is coming up, as Mark and company follow the example of Trump's Sneakercon fundraiser. Besides the shoes, you've got seasonal allergies, Nikki Haley's "state of the race" follow-up, and anything else you want to talk about on today's edition of "Whatever You Want Wednesday" on the Mark Kaye Show noon to 3pm!

COST OF LABOR - Bringing a child into the world is a major milestone that can also be extremely expensive. A new Bankrate report shows it can cost more than $27,500 to have a baby, depending on the hospital and where you live. Nicole D'Antonio spoke with a financial advisor to understand how much parents spend before leaving the hospital. She joins us live in Washington with how expectant parents...

Logan reports that the pedestrian bridge over St. Johns Parkway is closed to foot traffic, as inspectors assess the bridge's structural safety after yesterday's fatal car wreck into the bridge support structure.

Alexus reports on the trial for Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannamecher for charges related to their scheme to sell the Jacksonville Electric Authority. Two juries have been set (1 for each defendant), and over 80 witnesses are scheduled to testify, with the notable absence of former mayor Lenny Curry on that list.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the South Carolina primary looms this weekend. Trump and Haley both have campaign stops leading up to Saturday's primary. Despite her allegations that more than 50% of voters don't want either Trump OR Biden for President, South Carolina polls show Trump with a 2-to-1 crushing lead., meaning "the math isn't math-ing." Haley is scheduled to make a "State of th...

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the White House looks at possible sanctions against Russia following the death of Putin antagonist Alexie Navalny last weekend. Additionally, President Biden is using the bully pulpit to apply pressure on Congress to pass foreign aid funding for Ukraine et.al., while Congress is on hiatus until February 28. And finally, the South Carolina Republican primary i...