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City Council president establishes special committee on drowning prevention
The action comes after two children with autism drowned in Jacksonville ponds in August.…
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Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams announces expansion to Five Points
The Ohio-based Jeni’s plans to open in the Five Points Theater, anchored by the FIVE entertainment venue.…
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Otto Aerospace plans to start construction at Cecil Airport in 2028
Otto will make a new generation corporate jet at Cecil beginning in 2030, according to the Jacksonville Aviation Authority.…
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Florida’s summer 2026: The heat and drought in the rearview
We look back at a summer marked by relentless heat and a striking lack of rain across the state.…
12 hours ago
Donalds and Jolly call for Hope Florida reforms after scathing grand jury report
Gubernatorial candidates Byron Donalds and David Jolly pledge to work with the Legislature on Hope Florida reforms.…
13 hours ago
Tropical Storm Edouard forms in Gulf as hurricane season nears peak
Tropical Storm Edouard is moving toward Texas and Louisiana, and moisture from Dolly is targeting Florida.…
1 day ago
Florida awards $12M to FSCJ and Cecil Spaceport for aerospace and maritime training
The $7 million for FSCJ and $5 million for Cecil Spaceport are part of $23 million in job growth grants.…
1 day ago
Northeast Florida police halt Flock cameras under state order
The Florida Department of Transportation said all cameras must be removed with 30 days.…
1 day ago
Beachside Seafood will cease restaurant operations in October
Beachside owners plan to improve the market, add offerings and explore selling prepared food.…
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Jacksonville airport expected to open Concourse B on Jan. 28
A ribbon-cutting for the new concourse is planned for Jan. 27, and American Airlines will start flights the next day.…
1 day ago
State expands bear hunt permits and adds private lands
The bear hunt is set for Dec. 5 to 27 in four areas, including Baker, Clay, Putnam and St. Johns…
2 days ago
Jacksonville Waves quelled in inaugural Upshot League Championship
Charlotte was crowned the inaugural Upshot League champion with its 81-76 win over the Jacksonville Waves in Saturday night’s Upshot…
August 28, 2026
City approves demolition of Regency Square Mall’s east wing
Officials clear the way to demolish the portion 59-year-old Regency Square Mall between Impact Church and the shuttered JC Penney.…
August 28, 2026
JTA: ‘Everything is on the table’ regarding autonomous vehicles and gas tax plans
JTA’s interim CEO Cleveland Ferguson says he’s open to redirecting gas tax dollars planned for its autonomous vehicle program amid…
August 27, 2026
Jacksonville commemorates Axe Handle Saturday with Civil Rights Trail marker unveiling
The city of Jacksonville unveiled a historic marker in the corner of James Weldon Johnson Park on the 66th anniversary…
August 27, 2026
St. Johns Riverkeeper sues Keystone Terminal, alleging coal ash mismanagement
Talleyrand residents have been complaining to Jacksonville’s Environmental Quality Division about dust since 2021.…
August 27, 2026
Tropical Storm Dolly forms in Atlantic but faces tough road ahead
Tropical Storm Dolly formed in the central Atlantic on Thursday but is expected to weaken due to strong wind shear…
August 27, 2026
Cleveland Ferguson III named interim JTA CEO
JTA’s second-in-command assumes the interim CEO spot as search kicks off to replace departing head Nat Ford.…
August 26, 2026
Leaked Hope Florida grand jury report: State ‘misappropriated’ funds
A state grand jury report found Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration “misappropriated” funds by diverting Medicaid money to a nonprofit, eventually…
August 26, 2026
Carr, Gallion, Laguerre remembered on anniversary of racist Dollar General shooting
Angela Carr, Jerrald Gallion and Anolt “A.J.” Laguerre Jr. were remembered on the third anniversary of their deaths at a…
August 26, 2026
WHAT TO DO | Theatre in the Park; ‘Cut the Fruit’; Clothed life drawing sessions
Theatre in the Park in Atlantic Beach, a new MOCA art exhibit Downtown, and drawing practice in St. Augustine are…
August 26, 2026
Jacksonville council member Peluso to push for new rules on Flock-style cameras
Jimmy Peluso will hold a meeting Friday on his proposal to regulate Flock-style surveillance technology.…
August 26, 2026
Jacksonville City Council OKs veteran-hiring legislation
Companies receiving city incentives must make a “good faith effort” to hire veterans and will be given extra consideration for…
August 26, 2026
After retention pond deaths of 2 Jacksonville children this month, ‘time to take action’
Council member Reggie Gaffney Jr. gathered fellow lawmakers, parents developers and others to discuss how to prevent more deaths after…
August 26, 2026
UNF presidential search committee selects University of North Georgia president
A UNF search committee has selected the University of North Georgia’s president as the Jacksonville school’s potential next leader.…
August 25, 2026
Republican governor candidate Byron Donalds picks Bryan Avila as running mate
Bryan Avila will become Florida lieutenant governor if Byron Donalds wins the general election in November.…
August 25, 2026
Local food banks see more need amid federal-assistance restrictions, rising prices
Feeding Northeast Florida expects to surpass its 2025 record of 38.1 million pounds of food distributed from its food banks.…
August 25, 2026
Fernandina Beach paid parking to end Nov. 18
Fernandina Beach’s paid parking will end on Nov. 18.…
August 25, 2026
VyStar announces $5 million donation for UF graduate campus in LaVilla
The credit union will pay out the gift over five years, as UF prepares for its first students on the…
August 25, 2026
Atlantic Beach wants you to take a FlashVote survey instead of ranting on Facebook
The FlashVote platform is aimed at residents who can’t attend city meetings, with quick, anonymous surveys. Jacksonville and Atlantic Beaches…
August 25, 2026
Jacksonville weighing incentives for relaunch of Bellwether restaurant Downtown
The new Bellwether owner are seeking a forgivable loan to help reopen the restaurant with changes to the menu and…
August 24, 2026
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 24, 2026
Flock cameras are watching more than roads in Jacksonville
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says it operates about 150 Flock devices, but cameras at pools suggest that number may not…
August 24, 2026
Pair riding WaveRunners from Fernandina to Maryland to fundraise for teen mental health
2 friends are on a 1,200-mile trip from Fernandina Beach to Maryland astride Yamaha WaveRunners to raise funds for teen…
August 24, 2026
Slow-the-growth candidates win big in St. Johns County
From the School Board to the County Commission, this month’s primary elections scored wins for St. Johns County candidates running…
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.…
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.…