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First Coast Connect
Weekdays LIVE at 9 a.m.; Rebroadcast at 8 p.m.
First Coast Connect is an hour-long call-in program that features local newsmakers, civic and community leaders, arts, activities across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, along with spot news features and a weekly roundtable of local journalists.
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Latest Episodes
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Our First Coast Week in Review panel explores the week’s top headlines, including the upcoming sentencing of former JEA chief Aaron Zahn and plans for what could be the new tallest building in Downtown Jacksonville.
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We highlight First Coast athletes to watch, and look at how the city is preparing for the security challenge
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Amendment 4 supporters call a financial disclosure statement a “dirty trick” designed to defeat the abortion access measure.
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We continue our primary election coverage with a deep dive into the role of money in local politics.
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Two local political experts join us to discuss the road ahead after President Joe Biden withdraws from the presidential race.
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From soaring DUI arrests in St. Johns County to a scathing report on affordable housing, our First Coast Week In Review panel explores the week’s top headlines.
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The push to stop the flow of contraband at the Duval County jail has dramatically changed the visitation process — prompting complaints from family members.
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Duval School Board candidate Reginald Blount fields questions on key issues and his vision for the school district.
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We take a closer look at Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan's 2024-25 budget proposal.
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We discuss the security concerns and political consequences of Saturday's attack with two experts.