November 2, 2023
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November 1, 2023
Duval teachers union appoints new leaders after resignations
The selection of a new president and vice president comes after the FBI visited the Duval Teachers Union office in…
November 1, 2023
Glowing dragons and pandas will brighten ZOOLights
The holiday-themed attraction at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens will include more than 70 scenes of custom-made silk Chinese lanterns.…
November 1, 2023
Seminole Tribe plans major gambling expansion in Florida
The tribe will add roulette, craps and sports betting at its casinos in Florida in December.…
November 1, 2023
Gun safety classes plummet after concealed carry changes
Applications for concealed carry permits have dropped by about 64% since Florida eliminated the need for training and a permit…
November 1, 2023
Appellate court considers North Florida redistricting
The court is expected to rule by Nov. 22 the elimination of a Black-majority district stretching from Jacksonville to Gadsden…
November 1, 2023
St. Johns River Ferry expands its hours
The popular ferry will run two hours longer during the week and one hour longer on weekends.…
November 1, 2023
Attorney general urges court to reject abortion initiative
Attorney General Ashley Moody filed a brief contending the proposal should be kept off the 2024 ballot because the wording…
October 31, 2023
When DeSantis says ‘woke,’ some in Jacksonville hear ‘Black’
As Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis campaigns for president on a platform of “anti-wokeness,” pastors and civil rights activists in Jacksonville…
October 31, 2023
Duval teachers union leader retires abruptly
Teresa Brady served as president of Duval Teachers United for more than 20 years. A replacement is scheduled to be…
October 31, 2023
#AskJAXTDY l How did Northeast Florida’s reps vote for House speaker?
A reader asked us which Northeast Florida Representatives voted for new House Speaker Mike Johnson.…
October 31, 2023
Kids get free admission in November at 17 Jax attractions
Children who participate in the Visit Jacksonville promotion also can win a prize if they visit 10 or more attractions…
October 31, 2023
Feds say Clay Schools failed non-English-speaking students
Under a Justice Department agreeement, the district will increase services for students trying to learn English for the first time.…
October 31, 2023
Sen. Bradley proposes court advocates for abused pets
The bill filed by Jennifer Bradley of Fleming Island would be similar to a guardian ad litem involving children in…
October 31, 2023
Lila’s Seafood & Steaks building to be demolished
The city is reviewing a permit to demolish the closed restaurant in the Beach Boulevard Shopping Center.…
October 30, 2023
Local GOP rallies for Israel as Palestine faithful shout back
People on both sides of Israel’s war with Hamas faced off during protests Monday outside Jacksonville City Hall.…
October 30, 2023
Dillard’s Clearance remains open at Regency Square Mall
The Dillard’s Clearance Center is not part of the possible sale of Regency Square Mall.…
October 30, 2023
Florida Theatre raises the curtain after restoration
Jacksonville’s historic Florida Theatre reopens after four months of restoration returned the theater’s original splendor.…
October 27, 2023
How to get rid of your unwanted prescription drugs
Saturday is National Drug Take Back Day, when you can safely dispose of unwanted or expired prescription drugs.…
October 27, 2023
Jacksonville sues PACE home loan agency
City attorneys say a program that finances home improvements has no right to issue loans in the city without following…
October 27, 2023
Ex-Englewood coach accused of sexual activity with minor
Paul Lawrence Quincy McPherson, former Englewood High School boys basketball coach, has been reassigned to duties with no student contact.…
October 27, 2023
Nonprofit developer buys affordable housing in Arlington
Ability Housing bought Riverton Tower Senior Center for $500,000. The building includes 120 units of affordable rental housing for people…
October 26, 2023
Emerald Trail agreement pushes project forward
The city of Jacksonville, the Jacksonville Transportation Authority and Groundwork Jacksonville are collaborating on the project.…
October 26, 2023
Michael Fackler recommended as Jacksonville’s top attorney
The General Counsel Qualification Review Committee endorsed Fackler’s hiring as general counsel. City Council still must approve the appointment.…