1 day ago
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office sued over strip search
Ronnie Reed alleges his constitutional rights were violated when officers searched him on a public street during a drug investigation.…
2 days ago
Construction begins on new concourse at Jax airport
Concourse B will bring six new gates to the terminal, adding to the 20 on Concourses A and C.…
2 days ago
Hotelier has big plans for St. Augustine high-rise
Jalaram Hotels of St. Augustine wants to turn the historic Cathedral Place into a luxury hotel with a parking garage.…
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2 days ago
Welcome FSCJ’s new mascot: the Manta Ray
The Manta Ray was chosen in a public vote among three potential mascots. The others were the kraken and the…
2 days ago
Public pools in Duval, Clay, St. Johns set to open Memorial Day weekend
The unofficial start to summer will jump off with a splash as community pools in Jacksonville, Green Cove Springs and…
2 days ago
Here’s the schedule of ‘community huddles’ on stadium deal
The city of Jacksonville has scheduled five public meetings to explain a long-awaited agreement with the Jacksonville Jaguars to renovate…
2 days ago
Ascension heath system hit with ‘cyber security event’
The situation is disrupting some systems and clinical operations across the country, Ascension said.…
2 days ago
Crescent Beach body finally identified after 39 years
The body of Mary Alice Pultz was discovered in a sand dune in 1985, but her identity was unknown until…
2 days ago
English Premier League soccer match coming to Jacksonville
The Wolverhampton Wanderers FC and West Ham United FC will play at EverBank Stadium at 7 p.m. July 27.…
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3 days ago
Retired Jags player plans Downtown restaurant
Marcus Stroud, a defensive lineman for the Jaguars from 2001 through 2007, plans to open Baby Got Brunch at 610…
3 days ago
Severe storms possible in North Florida through Friday
Several rounds of potentially dangerous thunderstorms are forecast for parts of North Florida on Thursday and Friday. Winds could exceed…
3 days ago
New Northside fire station could lower insurance costs
Homeowners in the Pecan Park area will get better protection and save possibly 50% or more on insurance with a…
3 days ago
DIA expected to extend CEO’s contract next week
Lori Boyer has been CEO of the Downtown Investment Authority since 2019. Her contract is scheduled to end in June.…
3 days ago
First-ever JaxReady Fest will set stage for hurricane season
The free festival includes informational sessions and interactive events. It runs Friday and Saturday at the Prime Osborn Convention Center.…
3 days ago
St. Johns County to sell off surplus property this weekend
Items for sale include a number of pickup trucks and other vehicles as well as office equipment.…
3 days ago
Strangers tag team CPR to save 2-year-old in pond
Bystanders and first responders resuscitated a girl who was discovered floating in a pond on Jacksonville’s Southside.…
3 days ago
Tourists can still get free orange juice entering Florida
Free orange juice will continue to flow at interstate welcome centers despite a budget cut for promotional efforts.…
3 days ago
Heat index could hit triple digits in Jacksonville
Temperatures this week could be the hottest of the year across the Sunshine State, hitting mid- to upper-90s in North…
May 8, 2024
Wanted: Bus drivers for Duval Schools
Duval Schools needs about 50 new bus drivers and some mechanics this fall.…
May 8, 2024
Shipyards West Park: Here’s what’s planned
The plans, 60% complete, include a cafe, open lawn for events, boardwalk, sports courts, kayak and boat rental, and more.…
May 8, 2024
Sports foundation launched to bring events to Jax
The Jacksonville Sports Foundation will try to lure major sporting events to town. Meanwhile, the ASUN Conference is moving its…
May 8, 2024
Roundabout nearly done at Edgewood and Roosevelt
State transportation officials say the project should improve traffic flow for drivers entering or exiting Roosevelt Boulevard.…
May 8, 2024
Jaguars stadium deal to be revealed Tuesday
A long-awaited agreement on the Jaguars’ “Stadium of the Future” is ready to go to the City Council for review.…
May 8, 2024
DeSantis signs bill increasing penalties for street racing
Rep. Kiyan Michael, a Jacksonville Republican, co-sponsored the bill. She said current penalities have not been a deterrent for many…
May 8, 2024
Florida challenges feds on gender-affirming care
Florida says a federal health care rule clashes with the state’s efforts to restrict treatments for transgender people.…
May 8, 2024
Home2 Suites hotel opens in Brooklyn area
The Home2 Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Downtown is an all-suites property at 600 Park St. Players Grille will open there…
May 7, 2024
2 Duval superintendent candidates advance as finalists
The Duval County School Board selected two candidates Tuesday as the finalists in its search for a new superintendent.…
May 7, 2024
Affordable housing plan denied near World Golf Village
Citing traffic concerns, the St. Johns County Commission voted against a 288-unit affordable housing proposal called The Preserve at Ward’s…
May 7, 2024
Service dogs help law enforcement carry the load
First responders from around the First Coast gathered Tuesday to honor their station dogs as part of Mental Health Awareness…
May 7, 2024
Hurricane Idalia gifted Florida with a flock of flamingos
Florida again has a flock of 101 wild American flamingos in several places, and Audubon Florida says there may be…
May 7, 2024
X Games considers TV event at Jacksonville skate park
The X Games asked the city about staging a one-day Skateboard Street event this summer at the new Artist Walk…
May 6, 2024
Baptist Health agrees to $1.5 million settlement
Baptist settled allegations from the federal government involving discounts offered to some Medicare beneficiaries.…
May 6, 2024
Amelia recognized as ‘best island’ in US
Amelia Island was selected in a survey by Global Traveler Magazine. It topped destinations like Maui and Hilton Head.…
May 6, 2024
Jacksonville aims to curb its mental health issues
Mayor Donna Deegan announced three new programs to address Jacksonville’s higher-than-average mental health problems.…
May 6, 2024
Bento restaurants close in Riverside and Jax Beach
The Bento location at the Markets at St. Johns Town Center remains open.…
May 6, 2024
LaVilla Link goes green as first stretch of Emerald Trail opens
The first link in the 30-mile biking and walking trail opened Monday, the first step to connect parts of Downtown…
May 6, 2024
Boathouse restaurant opens in Ponte Vedra Beach
The restaurant, which is in Merchants Plaza shopping center, serves upscale food in a casual setting.…
May 6, 2024
Related Group high-rise resurfaces on Southbank
The plan calls for a 25-story tower with no fewer than 390 luxury units, a river-facing restaurant, a ship store…
May 6, 2024
Hurricane Preparedness Week begins as 2024 season nears
The start of the 2024 hurricane season is less than a month away, and there are early indicators of an…
May 3, 2024
House with MLK link is on the move in St. Augustine
The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. was photographed in the house after segregationists firebombed it and shot at it.…
May 3, 2024
30 sailors and Marines injured off Jacksonville coast
A training incident involving two landing craft air cushions occurred about 100 nautical miles off the coast.…
May 3, 2024
UNF explains arrests of pro-Palestinian protesters
Sixteen pro-Palestine supporters were arrested late Thursday after ignoring school demands to leave before a 10 p.m. deadline.…