Opponents fear Florida bill targeting DEI programs will harm cultures on college campuses
As a bill that would dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs at Floridaโs public colleges and universities winds its way through the legislature, opponents to the bill are speaking to News4JAX about what they fear the bill will do to the cultures on campus.
Baptist Health CEO on COVID-19 surge; vaccinations & masks
Baptist Health is just one of the hospital systems in our region reeling from the sudden increase in COVID-19 cases. Baptist Health CEO Michael Mayo joins this edition of โThis Week in Jacksonvilleโ to explain some of his biggest concerns. Plus, the battle of vaccinations and masks, and whatโs at stake if school districts or local governments decide to make them mandatory. News4Jax political analyst Rick Mullaney and political expert Pastor John Newman join us.
Jacksonville-area leaders, health experts address surge in COVID cases during town hall
Hoping to increase awareness about a spike in Northeast Florida hospitalizations due to COVID-19, Jacksonville-area leaders and infectious disease experts came together Thursday evening for a town hall to address the recent surge in cases.
Select churches in Jacksonville area to offer free COVID-19 testing
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Several churches in the Jacksonville area are partnering with the state and other organizations to offer free COVID-19 testing. He says the goal is to give more people the opportunity to be tested. The testing at the churches begins this weekend. The churches will take turns holding the coronavirus testing every weekend through August 2. Here is the list and dates:June 27 & 28The Sanctuary at Mt.