April 15, 2024
A Downtown Investment Authority committee opted not to recommend closing the door on conversations with the developer.…
April 11, 2024
Residents call for more green space at Riverfront Plaza
Participants at a community discussion urged the city to reconsider plans for residences and a restaurant at the new riverfront…
April 10, 2024
Embattled Laura Street Trio may have hit a dead end
City Council member Jimmy Peluso says it is time to explore taking the buildings by eminent domain.…
April 10, 2024
Review board backs mixed-use storage project on Southbank
The Downtown Development Review Board recommended approval of a controversial development that includes housing and self-storage.…
April 5, 2024
Food and drink businesses seek incentives Downtown
Three dining and drinking establishments are on the agenda for a Downtown Investment Authority committee.…
April 4, 2024
Staff turns thumbs down on Southbank storage facility
A staff report for the Downtown Development Review Board recommends that a rezoning request be denied.…
April 2, 2024
Jacksonville panel seeks more multifamily housing
A City Council committee took a preliminary step Monday toward identifying areas that are suitable for higher-density housing.…
March 29, 2024
Jacksonville in ‘good position’ for UF semiconductor facility
Mayor Donna Deegan said Jacksonville is a leading contender to land the Florida Semiconductor Institute.…
March 29, 2024
Business center planned after outcry against liquor store
The city purchased the site in Brentwood after neighbors rallied against plans for a liquor store across from KIPP Voice…
March 27, 2024
Adult changing tables now required for some businesses
Individuals with disabilities and parents of disabled children advocated for legislation approved by the Jacksonville City Council.…
March 27, 2024
City Council approves $10 million for EverBank Stadium
The money will be used for preconstruction design and engineering services for the stadium’s proposed renovation.…
March 22, 2024
Storage project on Southbank returns with new plan
The proposal has attracted staunch opposition from residents, and a new version faces “very strong headwinds.”…
March 21, 2024
Grant legislation would help small businesses
Jacksonville City Council is nearing a final vote on legislation that would help small businesses take better advantage of a…
March 20, 2024
Jacksonville considers changing tables for adults
A City Council committee approved an ordinance that would require some businesses to provide changing tables for disabled adults.…
March 13, 2024
Jacksonville History Center gets $2.02 million from city
The money will be used to transform the Florida Casket Co. into a music and general history museum with archive…
March 12, 2024
JEA fraud trial could go to jury soon
Federal prosecutors rested their case Monday in the criminal trial of former JEA executives Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher…
February 20, 2024
Concerns arise over pension funding for Jaguars’ stadium
Public officials are getting a stream of questions about a proposal to borrow from pension fund assets to help pay…
February 16, 2024
Rising costs sinking big projects in Downtown Jax
The city may seek new proposals for the American Lions tower at Riverfront Plaza and for Hardwick at Ford on…
February 9, 2024
Rise considers redesign for burned Doro apartments
The developer of the Rise Doro apartment building is “very committed” to rebuilding the structure, says Lori Boyer of the…
February 7, 2024
Rory Diamond back on duty at City Council
Jacksonville City Council member Rory Diamond returned after being excused for several months for a deployment overseas as a judge…
January 26, 2024
City lawyer admits mistakes on removal of Confederate statues
General Counsel Michael Fackler said he should have consulted more members of his office when crafting an opinion for Mayor…
January 25, 2024
Two historic buildings recommended for preservation
The Jacksonville Historic Preservation Commission designated the Norman Studios and McIntosh buildings, both with ties to the city’s Black history.…
January 24, 2024
Neighbors assail plan for Chick-fil-A near First Coast High
North Creek residents urged City Council this week to reject rezoning for the project.…
January 24, 2024
Council backs sports tourism and Riverwalk drinking
Jacksonville City Council approved a pair of bills aimed at creating new things to see and do in Jacksonville.…