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Today, we discover health care's latest trends with our expert medical roundtable. Topics include the spike in syphilis cases, updated COVID-19 guidelines, STD self-test kits and the connection between weight loss drugs and mental health.

Adam Sugalski is a key player in a protest against the "Self Defense Act," a Florida legislative proposal that would allow people to kill bears to protect themselves.

On tonight’s program: It appears a bill conferring full legal personhood on fetuses will not pass this legislative session; Parental choice may be blended into a bill allowing older teens to work more hours than current law allows; Not everyone is enamored with the idea of religious chaplains filling the role of trained mental health counselors in Florida schools; The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments today about laws in Florida and Texas that ban social media platforms from censoring adult speech; And Governor DeSantis is adding millions of dollars into a fund that helps hurricane victims.

Today we explore how Florida is affected by a court ruling in Alabama that deemed frozen embryos to be human beings. Plus, we discuss the reconsideration of death penalty cases after changes in Florida law.

Explore health care priorities with Dr. Ferdinand Formoso, president of the Duval County Medical Society, who discusses challenges affecting Jacksonville residents. Plus, we gain insights into veterans' mental health with John Eaton from the Wounded Warrior Project.

Today we discuss the week's biggest headlines — from former JEA executives to the aftermath of the Rise Doro destruction and challenges faced by transgender individuals in Florida. Then, the return of the Electro Lounge, promising vibes with host David Luckin for the weekend.

Today we explore election security and voter education in anticipation of the 2024 presidential elections. Then, we learn about the restoration mission of the historic St. Benedict the Moor schoolhouse in St. Augustine. Finally, we preview a Lit Chat featuring bestselling author Emily Rath at the Jacksonville Public Library in celebration of Library Lovers Day.

On tonight’s program: Not only are there disagreements between the Florida House and Senate over their respective versions of the state budget, but Republicans and Democrats are far apart over the spending plans as well; Outrage flared last week over a proposed bill to protect Confederate monuments in Florida; A measure to ban “political flags” on government property has hit a roadblock in the Florida Legislature; And what’s called “cultured meat” has become a divisive issue in Tallahassee.

Today, we talk with two experts about growing tensions between the U.S. and China, including cybersecurity, nuclear concerns and trade disputes. Then, City Council member Matt Carlucci expresses his opposition to a Florida legislative bill that would restrict ethics investigations. Lastly, WJCT and the Jacksonville Symphony have teamed up to air encore performances of the symphony’s concerts.

On tonight’s program: After the Parkland shooting 6 years ago, the Florida Legislature tightened several of its gun laws. Now it appears those restrictions are likely to be loosened; Many of Florida’s elected officials already face 8-year term limits and the Legislature is moving to add county commissioners to that list; And Governor DeSantis and wife Casey are championing more efforts to fight cancer.