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Meghan reports on "Take Back the Mic" demonstrations happening today in Tallahassee, and tomorrow in Jacksonville. Student and community activists are delivering a "cease and desist" letter to the State Capitol, protesting hate rhetoric they say gives license to violence. Locally, an additional protest march Saturday, 9am, at Bethel Baptist Church downtown, will serve as a memorial for the victims of the recent Dollar General racist shooting, and a call for civic unity.

Logan reports on how local car buyers and car owners may feel effects from the latest UAW strike. Starting today, workers are striking against the three largest auto manufacturers in the US - Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis (they make Chrysler products).

Blair reports on recent polls ahead of the South Carolina primaries, showing Trump with a 2-to-1 lead over either Nikki Haley or Tim Scott. Meanwhile, Trump will record and interview tomorrow for this weekend's Meet The Press, a program he has not participated in since his time in office.

Meghan reports on breaking news of a possible shooting incident on Old Middleburg Road South this morning. An area resident reported a parked car with lights on and bullet holes in the side, and when JFRD and JSO responded they found a deceased occupant in the car. No suspect information is available currently.

Jared reports on the White House response to Speaker McCarthy's impeachment inquiry. As a reminder, no impeachment charges have been filed, and there is no timeline or time restriction on the inquiry.

Meghan updates details from the scene where a Hispanic woman was found dead from apparent gunshot wounds. She was in a car that was parked, with its lights on, and had apparent bullet holes in the side, near Our Community Club Park on the 6200 block of Old Middleburg Road South. A resident reported the vehicle around 6am. JSO investigators are examining the scene. No suspect information has been released yet.

Lots of way to be entertained in the 904 this weekend! Like festivals? Cuddle up to the Quiltfest, or for something more savory enjoy the Jax Taco Fest! If you need a soundtrack, how about Beethoven, or maybe Elvis? Activate your activism with the Together Against Hate discussion series. And speaking of series, the Jumbo Shrimp wrap up a home stand... all of this leading into the Jags home opener (if you're not there, you can watch it on CBS47)! See more in our weekend update story!

Meghan reports on the trial of Jonathan Quiles, as jury selection concluded yesterday and opening statements are expected today. Quiles faces charges of murder and sexual battery in the death of his pregnant cousin.

EXTREME HEAT IMPACTS - From coast to coast, we’ve seen extreme heat, weather and major disasters impacting both rural and urban communities. This week, federal lawmakers are examining the effects of these extreme temperatures on all aspects of transportation – this includes those who use it, workers and the assets themselves. Extreme temperatures can cause expensive damage to our roadways and lead to unsafe conditions. That’s why lawmakers from both parties say they want to find ways to improve transportation infrastructure resiliency. We break down how these extreme weather conditions may impact and what can be done to address it.

Logan updates the story on a missing teen swimmer near Fernandina Beach. Recovery search efforts resume at sunrise.