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JU and Mayo Clinic to offer new nursing program
The master’s degree program will help people with a bachelor’s degree transition into nursing.…
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Florida DOGE report raises more questions than answers for City Council
An analysis by the Jacksonville City Council auditor noted several instances of missing context in the state DOGE report.…
1 day ago
FBI recognizes Jacksonville pastor for crime fighting
The Rev. Korey O’Neal, Project RISE program director, got the FBI Jacksonville Director’s Community Leadership Award…
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Nonstop flights to Toronto are returning to Jacksonville
Air Canada will fly between Jacksonville and Toronto beginning May 27, with one-way fares starting at $320.…
2 days ago
Proposed constitutional amendments fail to make ballot
But proponents of an amendment legalizing recreational marijuana in Florida have not given up.…
2 days ago
State of Florida to cover Duval Schools’ legal defense in free-speech suits by teachers
Jacksonville and Clay County teachers are bringing lawsuits alleging free speech violations.…
2 days ago
Old stately trees weigh heavy in Atlantic Beach
Residents are imploring city administrators to do more to protect legacy trees from development.…
2 days ago
Jacksonville’s 60-year-old federal building could be sold
A federal panel is considering whether to sell the Charles E. Bennett Federal Building in Downtown Jacksonville.…
2 days ago
St. Augustine seeks to redevelop West City area
A new program aims to help West City homeowners with costly repairs in the underserved area.…
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Deegan plans another round of town hall meetings
The first of eight town halls is scheduled for Tuesday at William Raines Senior High School.…
January 30, 2026
3 measles cases in Northeast Florida feed vaccination debate
Doctors are encouraging people to get accurate information about measles and immunization.…
January 30, 2026
Detainees pepper-sprayed at Deportation Depot
Authorities pepper-sprayed detainees at least twice at the Deportation Depot immigration detention center in Baker County.…
January 29, 2026
#AskJAXTDY l Who is liable for dogs on restaurant patios?
If a dog bites someone on a patio, who’s liable — the restaurant, the dog owner or the other patron?…
January 29, 2026
Jacksonville Zoo to debut new entrance and manatee exhibit
The improvements are part of a $52 million renovation plan at the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens.…
January 29, 2026
Housing nonprofit expands to Jax to repair veterans’ homes
Rebuilding Together Greater Florida has helped families across Florida with urgent home repairs.…
January 29, 2026
DONNA marathoners prepare for extreme cold
Roads will closed Sunday as thousands of marathoners race through the three Beaches communities.…
January 29, 2026
Even colder air is on the way. Will it snow?
This could be the coldest air mass in over a decade in some parts of Florida. Snow flurries are possible.…
January 28, 2026
Deegan responds to criticism of Ramallah Club post
The Jewish Federation said posting Ramallah Club photos on Holocaust Rembrance Day was insensitive.…
January 28, 2026
Disputed Shore Drive trail reemerges in St. Johns County
A public meeting and online survey will seek comments about the paved path planned along Shore Drive.…
January 28, 2026
Intuition Ale Works closing after ‘right buyer never came’
Craft Breweries like Intuition Ale Works are finding it difficult to remain in business as costs mount and competition grows.…
January 28, 2026
11 men accused of rooster fighting at Jacksonville home
A total of 130 roosters had to be destroyed due to their aggressive training and risk of disease.…
January 28, 2026
MOSH construction on Northbank might start later
MOSH leaders now have until Sept. 1 to start construction of their new Northbank facility.…
January 27, 2026
Students spay and neuter pets to fill gaps in animal care
With veterinarians in short supply, veterinary students are providing pet care at EveryPet’s training center in Jacksonville.…
January 27, 2026
Fernandina’s plan for paid parking winds up in court again
Opponents have filed a second request for an injunction against paid parking in downtown Fernandina Beach.…
January 27, 2026
Zillow lists Jacksonville as a top market for homebuyers
Jacksonville is rated the fourth-best place in the nation for homebuyers, based partly on the growth of home values.…
January 27, 2026
Arctic blast brings the coldest air to North Florida
Temperatures will remain cold into Wednesday morning, with lows in the upper 20s and low 30s.…
January 26, 2026
Habitat puts Nassau County couple into affordable home
Gavin Kay and Madison Kline will move into a Habitat for Humanity home in Fernandina Beach.…
January 26, 2026
Bridge of Lions to close as iconic statues are moved
The lion statues must be moved so the state can raise St. Augustine’s seawall to mitigate flooding.…
January 26, 2026
Some Downtown bars could sell alcohol until 3 a.m.
Jacksonville City Council will consider an ordinance that would allow some bars to serve alcohol for an extra hour.…
January 26, 2026
What can Florida do to address housing affordability?
On “The Florida Roundup,” an FSU director explains why the affordable housing issue is more complex than it seems.…
January 25, 2026
GET INVOLVED | Local government meetings guide
Start here to plan on attending local government meetings in the Jacksonville, Florida, area.…
January 23, 2026
4 firefighters charged with firing paintballs at cars
The firefighters were charged with misdemeanors after hitting a Sheriff’s Office cruiser and other targets.…
January 23, 2026
More details released on first police shootings of 2026
One man was killed and one wounded in separate shootings involving police on Jan. 5.…
January 23, 2026
Blood donations sought as supply lags on First Coast
Many blood centers don’t have enough supply for more than one or two days, LifeSouth says.…
January 23, 2026
Property tax proposals move forward in Florida House
Two proposals to reduce property taxes advanced through House committees on Thursday.…
January 23, 2026
How LIFT Jax elevates Eastside ahead of historic investment
Jacksonville nonprofit LIFT Jax has a renewed focus ahead of the first investment of the community benefits agreement.…
January 23, 2026
Black Democrats decry state’s stance on affirmative action
Black lawmakers denounced a memo from Attorney General James Uthmeier saying affirmative action laws are discriminatory.…
January 22, 2026
Jacksonville food study aims to eliminate urban farm barriers
An analysis of the food system could help address affordability and food insecurity, as well as growers’ concerns.…
January 22, 2026
Florida lawmakers consider making UTVs street-legal
A bill in the Legislature would allow licensed drivers to use UTVs on certain city and county roads.…
January 22, 2026
Plans move ahead for restaurant at Riverfront Plaza
The city would own the restaurant at Riverfront Plaza and choose an operator to build out the structure.…
January 22, 2026
State Rep. Angie Nixon plans run for U.S. Senate
Nixon, a Democrat, will seek the seat of Republican Sen. Ashley Moody.…
January 21, 2026
Gateway Jax begins to transform lighthouse garage
The development will anchor a retail corridor that Gateway Jax plans along Beaver Street in the Pearl Square neighborhood.…