5 hours ago
Florida’s Planned Parenthood chapters merge
The state’s two chapters merged as the recently passed “Big Beautiful Bill” threatens clinics across the country.…
6 hours ago
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.…
6 hours ago
Whiskey Jax Baymeadows closing; Toasted Yolk coming
Whiskey Jax says restaurant customers in general aren’t spending as much as they used to.…
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7 hours ago
CSX lays off 125 managers in corporate restructuring
CSX said realignment was necessary to improve performance and ensure long-term success.…
7 hours ago
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.…
1 day ago
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.…
1 day ago
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.…
1 day ago
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.…
1 day ago
Flooding distresses San Marco as drainage work continues
Jacksonville is trying to finish a drainage project to alleviate the problem, but residents remain frustrated.…
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2 days ago
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.…
2 days ago
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.…
2 days ago
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.…
2 days ago
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.…
2 days ago
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.…
2 days ago
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.…
July 2, 2025
WHAT TO DO | Fernandina fireworks; Jax Zoo Tunes and Blooms; West City Sunday Funday
Fireworks in Fernandina, an evening of music at the Jax Zoo and a local-vendor market in West City St. Augustine…
July 2, 2025
Zunzibar seafood bar to replace Burrito Gallery in Riverside
Zunzibar describes itself as a “beachy sports bar” that serves sandwiches, wings, cocktails and frozen drinks.…
July 2, 2025
HiReformance pilates studio to open Downtown
The studio will occupy space on the ground floor of the historic Greenleaf & Crosby Building.…
July 2, 2025
2-way traffic is back on 2 Downtown streets
City officials say the change on Adams and Forsyth streets will make them more friendly to pedestrians and businesses.…
July 2, 2025
Authors seek to curb ‘summer slide’ as Duval gains in literacy
The 51 percent of Duval County third-grade students who scored a Level 3 or higher on the Florida Department of…
July 2, 2025
The story behind criminal charges at St. Augustine Airport
Three elected members of the St. Johns Airport Authority Board have been charged with Sunshine Law violations.…
July 2, 2025
NOAA delays cutoff of data for hurricane forecasting
Meteorologists and scientists warn of severe consequences when the satellite data ends July 31.…
July 1, 2025
DeSantis vetoes money to tear down the Rodman Dam
The veto ended what appeared to be the most promising effort in years to remove the dam.…
July 1, 2025
ICE facility at Camp Blanding could house 2,000 detainees
The facility would be the second in Florida. President Donald Trump toured the first facility Tuesday in the Everglades.…
July 1, 2025
Fireworks will fly all over the First Coast
Here’s a wrap-up of some of the area’s major Independence Day events and fireworks displays.…
June 30, 2025
Percy Golden II named Jacksonville’s new fire chief
Golden, a 21-year veteran of the department, was selected from a field of 17 candidates.…