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A new documentary examines an alleged 1946 mistranslation of the Bible that some say may have changed the course of history.

Our First Coast Week in Review panel explores the week’s top headlines, including a challenging start to the school year, a timeline for paying to renovate the Jaguars stadium and federal raids at two restaurants.

On tonight’s program: It seems the former president of the University of Florida wasn’t exactly thrifty when it came to his office spending; A big administrative shakeup is underway at Florida A&M University as an interim president takes over. Among those who’ve packed their bags….; A Florida ban on what’s known as “cultivated meat” is being challenged in court; The battle for Florida State Senate District Three has become more than a little bit interesting; Florida’s stricter abortion restrictions have prompted a growing degree of out-of-state travel by those seeking that procedure; While more homeowners are being forced into Citizens Insurance, that ultimately means higher prices, even for those who aren’t policyholders; And there’s often a reason why college and university students have to wait awhile until landlords repair the property damage from the previous student renters.

This week on The Florida Roundup, we spoke about cellphone restrictions in K-12 schools. First, we heard from Scott Howat, chief communications officer for Orange County Public Schools, about their total ban on cellphone use during the school day (03:34), then we spoke with Florida Education Association president Andrew Spar about how teachers are adjusting to the changes (20:00). And later, we spoke with Garrett Shanley, with University of Florida’s student-run newspaper The Alligator, about his reporting on former UF president Ben Sasse’s record spending (26:23). Plus, we looked back at Hurricane Charley 20 years later (37:20) and checked in on Hurricane Debby recovery efforts (40:22) and impact on wildlife (44:42). Finally, a new TV series filmed in Florida debuts this week (47:35).

On this week’s program, Dr. Joe Sirven identifies common mental health issues in young people.

Florida’s primary election is Tuesday. Duval County Elections Supervisor Jerry Holland answers your questions.

Florida’s primary is over. We discuss the big winners, the unsuccessful bids and the day's biggest surprises

A local developer targets 24 homes in a historic Black community for redevelopment.

A clinician and the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office discuss a new law giving police more discretion in managing mental health crises.

This week on The Florida Roundup, we went to Key West for a special show with a live studio audience. First, we spoke with former Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (00:52). Then, we were joined by WLRN’s environment editor, Jenny Staletovich, to talk about warming ocean waters and coral reef restoration (21:28). And later, we heard from Julia Cooper, WLRN's reporter covering the Florida Keys (38:32).