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Prayer case involving Jax school heads to Supreme Court
Cambridge Christian in Tampa was not allowed to broadcast a prayer before a game with University Christian of Jacksonville.…
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More Canadians are canceling their trips to Florda
Florida’s tourism industry is suffering as Canadians react to the policies of President Donald Trump.…
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Learn about oyster harvesting Tuesday in St. Augustine
FWC is traveling the state to talk about existing regulations and how they might change. …
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April 25, 2025
St. Johns superintendent search has four finalists
All four finalists are from Northeast Florida — two from St. Johns County Schools and two from Duval.…
April 25, 2025
Making way for manatees in the St. Johns River
A committee is studying how to protect manatees while supporting recreational and commercial uses of the river.…
April 25, 2025
House passes ‘Pam Rock Act’ regulating dangerous dogs
The bill honors Putnam County postal employee Pam Rock, who was killed by dogs while delivering mail in 2022.…
April 25, 2025
After 15 years in business, Intuition Ale Works is for sale
Founder Ben Davis says the business is strong but he has taken it as far as he can.…
April 25, 2025
Scientists say NOAA cutbacks undermine hurricane forecasts
Hundreds of employees at NOAA have been fired, and the Trump administration wants to cut funding for climate work.…
April 25, 2025
Budget differences will push Legislature into overtime
Lawmakers will not finish a state budget in time to end the legislative session as scheduled next week.…
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April 25, 2025
Plans brewing for old Sears building at Orange Park Mall
The store could be demolished and replaced with a new shopping center called Orange Park Plaza.…
April 24, 2025
Jaguars trade up in draft to snag 2-way star Travis Hunter
The Jaguars traded up three spots to select the Heisman Trophy winner with the No. 2 pick in the draft.…
April 24, 2025
UF seeks final agreement on graduate campus by June
The University of Florida’s plan to redevelop nearly 24 acres in LaVilla will head to City Council in May.…
April 24, 2025
House votes to ease financial strain on condo owners
Lawmakers are trying to refine condo-safety laws enacted after the building collapse in Surfside.…
April 24, 2025
Dorothy’s Downtown restaurant aims to open May 1
Dorothy’s Downtown will feature Creole-inspired cuisine in the former Burrito Gallery space at 21 E. Adams St.…
April 24, 2025
DeSantis defends Hope Florida in St. Augustine appearance
Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis touted the program despite questions about its finances.…
April 24, 2025
Jacksonville’s stripper age limit upheld by appeals court
A panel of the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the ordinance does not violate the First Amendment.…
April 23, 2025
Mandarin farmhouse can’t be saved, but parts may survive
Windows and possibly doors and floors might be retrieved from the 145-year-old farmhouse before it is razed.…
April 23, 2025
Historic Scout Hut campaigns for desperately needed repairs
Local leaders are raising money to restore the Scout Hut, which has hosted scout meetings for 87 years.…
April 23, 2025
Peace Memorial Park upgrades proposed under public-private partnership with Weaver family
Contributions to the park revamp have risen with $735,000 from the family of J. Wayne Weaver and Ronald Morris Weaver.…
April 23, 2025
Orange County commits $11M to lure Jaguars for 1 year
County commissioners hope to attract the Jaguars (and other events) while EverBank Stadium is under renovation.…
April 23, 2025
Students fume at City Council over AP program cuts
City Council refused Tuesday to support state funding for education acceleration programs like AP and IB.…
April 23, 2025
Corner Lot considers adding hotel in Riverside
An appplication submitted to JEA refers to a 115-room hotel and 30 restaurant seats near the Corner Lot Tower.…
April 23, 2025
Solar recycling company plans $90M expansion in Green Cove
OnePlanet Solar Recycling, a Jacksonville company, will open its second plant in Green Cove Springs.…
April 23, 2025
Hurricane season is near; Jax Ready Fest will get you ready
Jax Ready Fest offers demonstrations, hands-on learning and interactive exhibits to prepare for any emergency.…
April 22, 2025
JU students protest cuts as financial details emerge
Protests have continued since JU announced it will eliminate music and theater programs and cut 40 faculty jobs.…
April 22, 2025
UF Health reaches agreement with UnitedHealthcare
UF Health announces people with employer-sponsored commercial plans as well as Medicaid are in network under the agreement with UnitedHealthcare.…
April 22, 2025
RESTORE gives women a 2nd chance after prison
The nonprofit has helped more than 100 women transition back into society after prison.…
April 22, 2025
St. Augustine police chief suspended over email use
Police Chief Jennifer Michaux was suspended for one day for discussing official business through a private email account.…
April 22, 2025
Oceanfront restaurant soon to open in Jax Beach
The restaurant, Sizemore’s Coastal Kitchen, will take the space of Salt Jax Beach, which closed last year.…
April 22, 2025
Florida Senate unlikely to vote on lower gun-buying age
Senate Rules Chairwoman Kathleen Passidomo said her committee won’t take up the gun measure.…
April 21, 2025
Lake Shore Middle teacher’s assistant, arrested for child abuse, says she acted in self-defense
A teacher’s assistant arrested after punching a student says she was defending herself.…
April 21, 2025
Baptist Health adds 3rd helicopter to Life Flight fleet
Baptist says the speed of helicopters can make all the difference in cases of stroke, heart attack or trauma.…
April 21, 2025
Landlord registry proposed to strengthen rental oversight
City Councilman Jimmy Peluso will introduce a resolution Tuesday calling on the mayor to establish a landlord registry.…
April 21, 2025
Sea turtle season is coming. Here’s how you can help.
Coastal officials are asking the public to follow simple rules as sea turtle nesting season begins May 1.…
April 18, 2025
Proposed law could stymie neighborhood improvements
A law proposed in the Florida Legislature would end Community Redevelopment Agencies.…
April 18, 2025
FHP arrests US citizen on immigration charge
Juan Carlos Lopez Gomez was arrested just over the Georgia border and was held despite having a birth certificate.…
April 18, 2025
FSU students gather at vigils the day after shooting
Some FSU studentsreturned to retrieve their belongings less than a day after they had barricaded classroom doors.…
April 18, 2025
Pecan Kitchen approved for alcohol sales in Julington Creek
The southern-cooking restaurant is under construction where a Broudy’s liquor store previously operated.…
April 18, 2025
Akel’s Deli will remain in Downtown tower for now
Akel’s has renewed its lease in the Bank of America tower through November.…
April 17, 2025
FSU shooting kills 2 and injures 6; deputy’s son suspected
Police say the 20-year-old gunman used his mother’s former service weapon in the shooting.…
April 17, 2025
Autonomous vehicles move closer as control center opens
JTA opened a command center for autonomous vehicles that will soon shuttle people around Downtown.…
April 17, 2025
Jax launches campaign to combat human trafficking
Trafficking increases during major sports events, so city officials designated a “no-trafficking” zone around the stadiums.…