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Ex-Duval teacher accused of molesting children
A former music teacher is charged with molesting two children under age 12, a dozen years apart.…
4 hours ago
UNF police agree to enforce immigration on campus
Officers must first be trained before they can take action, and UNF says no ICE activity has been reported on…
5 hours ago
Starbucks seeks permit to return to Downtown Jax
The coffee chain plans to open a store in the Bank of America Tower on North Laura Street.…
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‘Flesh-eating’ bacterium kills 1 in St. Johns County
Statewide, four people have died of the bacterium, which is found in warm, brackish seawater and undercooked seafood.…
22 hours ago
Jacksonville mayor unveils $2B budget proposal
Mayor Donna Deegan’s 2025-26 city budget increases spending on police and fire and maintains the current tax rate.…
1 day ago
Tropical system could develop over North Florida and Gulf
Heavy rains could lead to flash flooding in parts of the state, especially in parched South Florida.…
1 day ago
Nassau beach renourishment finishes months early
The $20 million project was originally scheduled for completion in November.…
2 days ago
UNF, interstate corridor projects top new state funding for the Jacksonville area
Local lawmakers secured millions for local road and highway projects, museums, water treatment, resiliency efforts and more. …
July 11, 2025
Jax’s painted streets could be wiped out under FDOT rules
The state is trying to eliminate pavement markings that do not help control traffic.…
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July 11, 2025
Florida’s Planned Parenthood chapters merge
The state’s two chapters merged as the recently passed “Big Beautiful Bill” threatens clinics across the country.…
July 11, 2025
Judge won’t stop execution in Jacksonville murders
Michael Bell is scheduled to be executed Tuesday for killing two people outside a Jacksonville bar.…
July 11, 2025
CR 220 in Clay County closed all weekend for construction
A short stretch of County Road 220 is shut this weekend to lay new pipes.…
July 11, 2025
Whiskey Jax Baymeadows closing; Toasted Yolk coming
Whiskey Jax says restaurant customers in general aren’t spending as much as they used to.…
July 11, 2025
CSX lays off 125 managers in corporate restructuring
CSX said realignment was necessary to improve performance and ensure long-term success.…
July 11, 2025
Jax lawmaker joins suit over access to ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
Rep. Angie Nixon and other legislators sued after they were denied access to the immigrant detention facility.…
July 10, 2025
Sewage sludge in river basin could cost $1B for cleanup
The Public Trust for Conservation released a study saying the effects could last for decades.…
July 10, 2025
Waste Pro to pay $1.4M in employee racism suit
The lawsuit alleged that Black and Haitian American workers were subjected to repeated slurs and mistreatment.…
July 10, 2025
Museum exhibit recalls when war hit home at the Beaches
The exhibit at the Beaches Museum captures how wars have changed the landscape of the First Coast.…
July 10, 2025
Flooding distresses San Marco as drainage work continues
Jacksonville is trying to finish a drainage project to alleviate the problem, but residents remain frustrated.…
July 9, 2025
WHAT TO DO | Beekeeping class; Planetarium’s final live concert; Linda Ronstadt tribute
A beekeeping class, a rocking send-off for the MOSH planetarium, and a concert tribute to Linda Ronstadt are What to…
July 9, 2025
Supreme Court won’t reinstate Florida’s immigration law
Jacksonville modeled its own immigration law after the state law, which remains the subject of a court battle.…
July 9, 2025
Zoo sends 24,000 endangered tadpoles to Puerto Rico
The Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens is helping the Puerto Rican crested toad rebound from the brink of extinction.…
July 9, 2025
Judge strikes key part of Florida’s ballot initiatives law
The ruling by U.S. District Judge Mark Walker gave hope to groups proposing marijuana and Medicaid issues.…
July 9, 2025
Carnival Cruise Line embarks on putting teens to work
For the first time, the cruise line is using teenage interns to help guide passengers in Jacksonville’s cruise terminal.…
July 9, 2025
Suspect dead in Jacksonville’s 10th police officer-involved shooting of 2025
A police officer shot a man to death after an armed robbery at a store in the Brentwood area.…
July 9, 2025
St. Johns County firefighters push for work-life balance
Firefighters are seeking changes during contract negotiations, with a second meeting scheduled Wednesday.…
July 8, 2025
Sweet treats may be harder to find – and more expensive
Local chocolatiers and candy shops are seeing steady price increase caused by high demand and low global cocoa yields.…
July 8, 2025
Jax loses $147M federal grant to complete Emerald Trail
City and nonprofit leaders will try to find other ways of funding the Emerald Trail after the federal grant was…
July 8, 2025
Love Jax? Shop the city’s merch store to show your pride
The city of Jacksonville has opened an online swag store with logos designed by local artists. Celebrate with a Rex…
July 8, 2025
Invasive Vitex plant warning issued in Atlantic Beach
Atlantic Beach is fighting Vitex, an invasive plant that weakens sand dune resistance to storms.…
July 7, 2025
Fernandina investigates gangway’s collapse during fireworks
An engineering firm will look into why a gangway collapsed during Fernandina Beach’s July 4th fireworks.…
July 7, 2025
Duval Schools improves to overall ‘A’ grade in state’s latest education scorecard
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Florida school’s annual performance for the most recent academic year Monday during a news conference at…
July 7, 2025
In St. Johns, North Beach residents mobilize around resilience as federal funding dries up
The future of the federal agency that counties like St. Johns rely on for rebuilding is uncertain, at the same…
July 7, 2025
Amazon moves to add pharmacy services in Duval County
Amazon is making moves to add its online pharmacy service to its existing dozen fulfillment and delivery centers in Northeast…
July 7, 2025
JSO’s first of 6 town halls set for Tuesday with Sheriff T.K. Waters
Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters and staff hold the first of six summer town hall meetings with the community this week.…
July 7, 2025
Sewer main break caves in part of Bay Street in Downtown Jacksonville
Repairs on Bay Street could last through the week.…
July 3, 2025
Captain’s error caused ferry crash, investigation concludes
The captain took improper steps when one of the ferry’s throttles failed to respond, a JTA report says.…
July 3, 2025
DeSantis vetoes millions budgeted for First Coast programs
The governor vetoed more than $19 million that lawmakers had approved for Northeast Florida.…
July 3, 2025
Jacksonville launches campaign to attack litter and blight
A new campaign — Keep Jax Cute – Don’t Pollute — will increase community education and enforcement.…
July 3, 2025
Metro Diner set to open Monday in St. Johns County
The new restaurant is in the Publix-anchored Johns Creek Center at 2851 County Road 210 W.…
July 3, 2025
California-based Fatburger is coming to Northeast Florida
Fatburger plans to open 40 sites in Florida, including one on Blanding Boulevard in Orange Park.…
July 3, 2025
Jacksonville Beach gears up for July Fourth crowd
Police launched a “spring surge” plan after violence erupted during spring holidays last year.…