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Florida seeks repeal of four required vaccines for schools
The rule would remove Hepatitis B, chicken pox, influenza type b, and pneumococcal vaccines for public school attendance.…
August 21, 2026
Jacksonville Animal Care and Protective Services waives adoption fees as shelter fills
ACPS is promoting its AI-powered app JaxPawFinder to connect prospective owners with pets after a surge in shelter population.…
August 21, 2026
Sebastian Harbor Marina in St. Augustine to open in October after 20 years
The 64-slip marina on the San Sabastian River basin in St. Augustine will open after sitting idle for decades.…
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August 21, 2026
Becovic pays $27 million for Carling and 11 East in Downtown Jacksonville
The The Residences at Barnett and Laura Street Trio owner’s purchase adds two more historic Downtown Jacksonville buildings to its…
August 20, 2026
Regency Square Mall among locations eyed for Duval Schools headquarters move
Duval Schools is considering four options for a headquarters relocation as it also weighs two purchase offers on its Southbank…
August 20, 2026
$20M fund established to spark affordable rental housing in Jacksonville
A group of private and philanthropic investors is creating the fund as another tool to combat the housing crisis.…
August 20, 2026
Analysis | What a Democratic win on Jax City Council means for Duval County
Democratic Candidate Mone Holder flipped an At-Large Jacksonville City Council seat held by a Republican for seven years.…
August 20, 2026
After major primary upsets, Florida Democrats prepare for uphill battle in November
Democratic leaders pledge to flip political power in Florida after 30 years of Republican governance.…
August 20, 2026
JTA’s budget deficit ballooned over 3 months, city auditors report
The transportation authority’s projected deficit grew from $2.25 million in March to $31.8 million in June.…
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August 19, 2026
WHAT TO DO | Cafecito Coffee Social; Jax Library Writer’s Day; Tattoo Convention
A daylong writers’ retreat Downtown, a caffeinated dance party in Riverside, and an international ink convention in St. Augustine are…
August 19, 2026
Duval’s election turnout modest; support for Angie Nixon overwhelming
Turnout totaled about 23%, and Nixon, the U.S. Senate candidate, won nearly every Duval precinct.…
August 19, 2026
New fire station replaces 46-year-old firehouse at Blount Island
The new, larger Fire Station 48 will protect JAXPORT and Northside neighborhoods on Heckscher Drive.…
August 19, 2026
1,000-plus acres of agricultural land OK’d for development in St. Johns
As many as 15,000 homes got the green light under a new law that eases the way for development.…
August 18, 2026
Democratic State Rep. Nixon upsets Vindman, will face Moody for U.S. Senate
State Rep. Angie Nixon, a staunch progressive who represents part of Jacksonville in the Florida House, defeated establishment favorite Lt.…
August 18, 2026
Here were the local contests decided outright on Election Day in August
From school board to judges and state Legislature, here were the winners on Election Day, Tuesday, Aug. 18.…
August 18, 2026
Voters kill paid parking in Fernandina Beach with overwhelming ‘yes’
Almost 75% of Fernandina Beach voters voted to ban paid parking in the center of the historic city’s Downtown.…
August 18, 2026
See how Northeast Florida voted for state and federal offices
Live results from Tuesday’s primary election for Congress, governor, the Florida Legislature and others.…
August 18, 2026
Ability Housing completes 92 units of affordable housing in St. Augustine
The Village of New Augustine is Ability Housing’s first project in St. Augustine. It won’t be the last.…
August 18, 2026
MUSIC | 6 new albums by Northeast Florida artists out now
Looking for new music recommendations? Try these new albums recently released by Northeast Florida artists.…
August 18, 2026
On St. Johns ballots in November: More funding for conservation?
St. Johns County voters will be asked whether they support a tax increase to help buy conservation land.…
August 18, 2026
Why Florida voters shouldn’t overlook today’s primary election
Many nonpartisan local contests, including school boards, are open to all voters.…
August 17, 2026
Military kids in city-funded Cathedral Arts Project arts programs saw academic gains
With city funding, the Cathedral Arts Project collaborated with the University of North Florida to provide military families arts education.…
August 17, 2026
New artificial reef sunk off Jacksonville, the first of its kind in years
An artificial reef made of concrete culverts will increase marine habitat and benefit anglers and divers.…
August 17, 2026
El Niño keeps Atlantic hurricane activity unusually quiet
Strong wind shear and dry air are suppressing hurricane activity across the Atlantic basin.…
August 16, 2026
Duval School Board candidates take in more money than most in Florida
School board elections in Jacksonville have brought in a lot of money through individual, business and PAC support.…
August 14, 2026
Sulzbacher and Jacksonville plan 32 shelter beds for unhoused women
The Jacksonville City Council approved $413,900 to help the growing number of unhoused women.…
August 14, 2026
#AskJAXTDY | Will my ballot be rejected if my signature doesn’t match?
A Jacksonville Today reader says he’s older and disabled and his signature changes year to year.…
August 14, 2026
Second red tide alert issued near Fort George River in Jacksonville
Red tide, caused by a toxin-producing algae, was detected twice in four days near Heckscher Drive.…
August 14, 2026
Incumbent defends St. Johns School Board seat from newcomer’s challenge
St. Johns County voters will decide whether to retain the longest-serving member on the School Board.…
August 14, 2026
Jaguars adding temporary stadium seating to kick off 2026 season
The city has issued a permit to install temporary seating during the renovation of EverBank Stadium.…
August 13, 2026
City Council panel ties arts and nonprofit funding to property tax vote
Council’s Finance Committee also rejected $4.9 million that Mayor Donna Deegan proposed for affordable housing.…
August 13, 2026
Flock announces changes amid backlash over surveillance cameras
Police in Northeast Florida use hundreds of Flock cameras to track criminals and missing people.…
August 13, 2026
St. Augustine takes steps to protect conservation lands
The City Commission may require a unanimous vote to remove a parcel’s conservation protection. …
August 13, 2026
Eat and drink like a local on St. Augustine’s West King Street
Off the beaten path of St. Augustine’s main commercial hub, West King Street has a for-the-locals vibe.…
August 12, 2026
Kings Trail deal in San Jose shows toll of challenging a big developer
Dream Finders Homes plans to build 110 cottages, townhomes or single-family houses at the Old Kings Road site.…
August 12, 2026
Met Park Marina becomes latest riverfront development to open
The rebuilt marina includes 78 slips, electrical and water hookups, marine fuel and a store.…
August 12, 2026
Florida House candidate says she was attacked at World Golf Village polling place
Diana Jordan-Baldwin says she was attacked by a man who supports her opponent in the election.…
August 12, 2026
When will the next solar eclipse be visible to people in Florida?
Florida will miss out on Wednesday’s total solar eclipse, but residents can see a partial lunar eclipse Aug. 27.…
August 12, 2026
Florida’s surgeon general wanted to repeal vaccine mandates. What’s the status?
Despite a call to end childhood vaccine mandates, nothing has changed on a policy level in Florida.…
August 12, 2026
Florida will actively test ‘flying cars’ by the end of the year, DeSantis says
The technology could be used as air taxis, cargo delivery, medical transportation and emergency response.…
August 11, 2026
St. Augustine Celtic Festival ends after 15 years, citing a host of reasons
Romanza-St. Augustine’s annual celebration of Celtic culture was recognized nationally.…
August 11, 2026
Jacksonville City Council finds its ‘prosecutor.’ Has he gone too far?
The City Council’s in-house lawyer has raised concerns even among his clients.…