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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis kicks off his 2024 presidential campaign; the NAACP issues a Florida travel advisory; is Florida’s new immigration law prompting some to leave the state?

Medicare is now going to negotiate the prices of medications. Also, educators are trying to navigate controversial new rules about school curriculum.

On tonight’s program: A federal court says Florida’s redrawn North Florida congressional district is okay. But that doesn’t mean the matter is closed; Governor DeSantis signs the bill banning younger teens from accessing social media. And it looks like that’s not a done deal either; Disney and the State of Florida resolve at least one issue in their ongoing battle; Florida acts to ban synthesized meat. That battle is continuing; One of Florida’s U.S. Senators returns from Israel with strong criticism for the Biden administration; The state is helping businesses recruit employees amid an ongoing worker shortage; And some advocacy groups are pushing Florida to rejoin a system that is supposed to ensure no voters cast ballots in more than one state.

As we honor Black History Month, we cover the lesser-known history of Manhattan Beach in Jacksonville, Florida’s first African American beach resort. Then we preview the Florida Forum Speaker Series, and we highlight the PBS Writers Contest.

Today, we explore the latest state and local news, including financing for EverBank Stadium improvements, controversial lawsuit settlements and the start of the JEA corruption trial. Then, we discuss racial justice advocacy with Hope McMath, founder of the Yellow House gallery. Plus, we learn about the Kingsley Heritage Celebration this Saturday, honoring the legacy of enslaved Africans at Kingsley Plantation.

Wrap up your week with a recap of First Coast news — from recognition of survivors in "Just Another Bombing" to the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp's ballpark upgrade, Mayor Donna Deegan's announcement of an African American Advisory Board, and updates on legislative bills.

Our panel of journalists explores the week's top headlines.

Our panel of journalists explores the week’s top headlines.

We continue our primary election coverage with a deep dive into the role of money in local politics.

Which First Coast bridges, hospitals and sewage treatment plants are predicted to flood?