20 hours ago
Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters files to seek reelection
Waters is touting lower crime and reduced gang violence since he won the office in November 2022.…
20 hours ago
Developers offer first look at plans for Hard Rock Hotel in Jacksonville
The Hard Rock on Bay Street would include a 350-key hotel and 152 residences, plus restaurants and event space.…
2 days ago
Florida forecast: Much-needed rain on the way, too much?
Florida finally has a meaningful opportunity to put a dent in its drought, but the same prolonged wet pattern that…
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2 days ago
Domestic abuse killed more people in Duval County last year
Prosecutors and social service providers released new data to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month.…
2 days ago
New Venetia Elementary plan a prototype for future Duval elementary schools
It was standing room only at Hyde Grove Elementary on Tuesday, with 100 people packed into the cafeteria, sitting in…
2 days ago
Grafton & Fleck’s steakhouse will soon replace Ragtime Tavern in Atlantic Beach
The steakhouse, with a rooftop lounge, broke ground Wednesday. It is expected to open by summer 2027.…
2 days ago
Education commissioner tells districts to remove sexually explicit books
Commissioner Henry Mack said districts will be held accountable if they don’t remove books even without a complaint.…
2 days ago
Clay County woman accused of draining $100K from disabled person in her care
Inez Sullivan is accused of transferring the disabled person’s money to her own account for more than seven years.…
2 days ago
DeSantis exercises ‘unprecedented’ power to label groups ‘domestic terrorists’
A new law makes it a crime to provide “material support’ to domestic terrorist organizations.…
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#AskJAXTDY | How will JEA’s new electric and water rates affect me?
JEA says average electric bills are expected to get lower, despite an Oct. 1 rate increase, while water bills will…
2 days ago
Duval School Board to consider allowing guns in cars on school property
Duval County Schools may change its policy and allow employees to store guns in their cars at school.…
3 days ago
Military priority at TSA, gate access for non-flyers begin at Jacksonville airport this week
As the holiday travel season looms, TSA reminded travelers what not to bring with them as they board an airplane…
3 days ago
Mentally ill defendants in Florida jails are waiting months for treatment: Lawsuit
Disability Rights Florida estimates that at least 650 defendants are awaiting transfer to a state hospital across Florida…
September 29, 2026
State attorney general subpoenas JTA amid transit agency’s budget woes
The subpoena demands JTA provide contracts and communications linked to vendors, services, and former CEO Nat Ford.…
September 29, 2026
Jacksonville Housing Authority board member sues agency over loss of her own housing aid
A member of the Jacksonville Housing Authority is suing the agency she oversees for terminating her housing assistance.…
September 29, 2026
Florida’s minimum wage increases to $15 on Wednesday
Florida workers are seeing a pay increase this month as the state’s minimum wage hits $15 per hour — the…
September 29, 2026
Teacher charged after sending disturbing email, allegedly touching student at school
The Darnell-Cook School of the Medical Arts teacher faces multiple felony charges after a disturbing email and alleged student contact.…
September 29, 2026
St. Augustine City Manager David Birchim to retire
St. Augustine City Manager David Birchim will retire this year.…
September 29, 2026
NFL asks Homeland Security to take down video of Jacksonville native Brian Dawkins
The NFL has asked the Department of Homeland Security to remove a video on social media showing highlights of Jacksonville native…
September 29, 2026
JAXPORT tenants report lower demand as global economic pressures slow shipments
JAXPORT officials say a slowdown in shipping due to Iranian and U.S. blockades of the Strait of Hormuz has also…
September 28, 2026
Carrico won’t seek City Council reelection, will launch advisory firm with wife
Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico will not seek a third term in 2027 and will launch Alignment Global Partners.…
September 28, 2026
Armada must pay full price for Downtown stadium land after missing deadline
Local attorney Chris Campione announced still incomplete plans in October 2025 to purchase the Armada soccer team.…
September 28, 2026
New Florida laws take effect Oct. 1. Here’s what they do
The new laws cover everything from nitrous oxide sales and animal cruelty to rental fraud, specialty license plates and transportation.…
September 28, 2026
St. Johns County reverses decision on developments totaling 1,000-plus acres
The decision by the St. Johns County’s Board of County Commissioners bucks a new Florida law meant to fast-track rural…
September 28, 2026
UNF poll: Property insurance bigger concern among Florida voters than property taxes
As Amendment 3 awaits Florida voters on the Nov. 3 ballot, the latest UNF poll shows Floridians more concerned about…
September 27, 2026
Duval school closures weigh on parents ahead of Venetia Elementary meeting
The School Board this month voted to pause its plans to rebuild Venetia Elementary — and to change the process…
September 25, 2026
JEA board selects Jody Brooks as interim CEO; Vickie Cavey steps down
Board members for Jacksonville’s city-owned utility appointed Brooks interim CEO the same day they accepted Cavey’s resignation.…
September 25, 2026
Jacksonville’s e-bike crackdown: Lower speed, stiffer standards
The Jacksonville City Council has approved a 15 mph speed limit and other new rules for e-bike and e-scooter riders.…
September 25, 2026
Free shuttle service to expand to Anastasia Island, St. Augustine Beach
St. Augustine will expand its free STAR Circulator shuttle service to stops on Anastasia Island and in St. Augustine Beach.…
September 24, 2026
WHAT TO DO | Evidence of Life; Jazz on the Ave; Talbot Tidewater Celebration
A celebration of Downtown that’s also an interactive art show, a jazz festival on the Eastside, and an outdoor festival…
September 24, 2026
Exotic, classic cars expected at Downtown’s Endless Summer Showcase car show
Endless Summer Showcase 4 moves from Latham Plaza to Downtown Jacksonville’s Ford on Bay this Saturday.…
September 24, 2026
Recently released from prison, Aaron Zahn could be entitled to damages from JEA, arbitrator rules
JEA might owe ex-CEO Aaron Zahn damages and attorneys fees for what an arbitrator deemed a breach of his original…
September 24, 2026
Architect to oversee rehab of Springfield’s Horace Drew mansion
An historic, and rundown mansion in Springfield has a new architect to oversee its renovation into what owner Springfield Preservation…
September 24, 2026
Clay County ends JTA transportation contract, seeks scaled-back agreement
Clay County officials drop a JTA contract for three transit services as a new agreement is under discussion.…
September 23, 2026
JTA takes first steps with city to solve financial troubles
The JTA board approved a plan to pay down its debts with $30 million appropriated for major projects.…
September 23, 2026
More than $75K unpaid and a ‘sour’ ending for Voodoo Brewing Co.
Voodoo leaves Jacksonville’s bar scene amid financial troubles and a lawsuit over unpaid rent.…
September 23, 2026
City Council member Kevin Carrico leaves Boys & Girls Clubs executive role
Carrico served in executive roles with the Northeast Florida nonprofit children’s group for nearly 11 years.…
September 23, 2026
Is Jacksonville prepared for the $200M shortfall if Amendment 3 passes? Short answer, no.
City Council’s Finance Committee found $30 million in cuts, but that’s far less than needed if Amendment 3 passes.…
September 23, 2026
Does ‘no-kill’ shelter policy leave dangerous dogs on Jacksonville’s streets?
No-kill is designed to save animals’ lives, but critics say it can lead to devastating consequences.…
September 23, 2026
Rep. Angie Nixon to resolve Capitol arrest case without guilty plea
Nixon will pay $250 and complete 15 hours of community service for protesting outside the governor’s office.…
September 23, 2026
Publix touts $25M food insecurity donation at Feeding Northeast Florida
The Publix donation includes $1.1 million for Feeding Northeast Florida in Jacksonville.…
September 23, 2026
Jacksonville City Council approves $2B budget, restores affordable housing trust fund
City lawmakers restored some of what was stripped or held back from the mayor’s budget proposal to prepare for Amendment…