SPOTLIGHT: Race for Jacksonville Mayor - Frank Keasler

Jacksonville, Fl — The race for Jacksonville Mayor has drawn a lot of interest and eight qualified candidates. One of four Republicans will be in studio this morning as our spotlight series continues.

This morning we spoke with Frank Keasler Jr. about his priorities for the city, his plan to reduce crime, neighborhood improvement, and more.

VOTER GUIDE: Learn more about the candidates, key dates ahead of election

If no candidate gets more than 50% of the vote in the first election, the top two vote-getters will square off on May 16.

The winner replaces Mayor Lenny Curry, who is term-limited after eight years.

LISTEN: Full interview with Mayoral candidate Frank Keasler

LEARN MORE: Frank Keasler for Mayor

Keasler proposes revolutionizing law enforcement so that Jacksonville becomes a national model for first responders.