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Governor Grants Funding for Construction of New Browns Stadium Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed a $60 billion budget that sets aside $600 million in unclaimed funds for a new Cleveland Browns stadium. The Haslam Sports Group, owner of the Browns, requested help to build a $2.4 billion domed stadium in suburban Brook Park. The … Read more
Jaguars file $66.6 million lawsuit against former employee for embezzlement Former Jacksonville Jaguars employee, Amit Patel, stole $22 million from the team to fund a lavish lifestyle and pay off gambling debts. The team is now suing Patel for $66.6 million in damages for fraudulent misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duty, and civil theft. If successful, … Read more
Jacksonville City Council approves allocation of $775M in taxpayer funds for upgrades to Jaguars stadium The Jacksonville City Council approved $775 million in public funds for renovations to the Jaguars’ EverBank Stadium, with the team responsible for the remaining $625 million. The project, scheduled for completion by the 2028 NFL season, is the largest capital … Read more