January 29, 2026
Roads will closed Sunday as thousands of marathoners race through the three Beaches communities.…
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January 29, 2026
Even colder air is on the way. Will it snow?
This could be the coldest air mass in over a decade in some parts of Florida. Snow flurries are possible.…
January 28, 2026
Deegan responds to criticism of Ramallah Club post
The Jewish Federation said posting Ramallah Club photos on Holocaust Rembrance Day was insensitive.…
January 28, 2026
Disputed Shore Drive trail reemerges in St. Johns County
A public meeting and online survey will seek comments about the paved path planned along Shore Drive.…
January 28, 2026
Intuition Ale Works closing after ‘right buyer never came’
Craft Breweries like Intuition Ale Works are finding it difficult to remain in business as costs mount and competition grows.…
January 28, 2026
11 men accused of rooster fighting at Jacksonville home
A total of 130 roosters had to be destroyed due to their aggressive training and risk of disease.…
January 28, 2026
MOSH construction on Northbank might start later
MOSH leaders now have until Sept. 1 to start construction of their new Northbank facility.…
January 27, 2026
Students spay and neuter pets to fill gaps in animal care
With veterinarians in short supply, veterinary students are providing pet care at EveryPet’s training center in Jacksonville.…
January 27, 2026
Fernandina’s plan for paid parking winds up in court again
Opponents have filed a second request for an injunction against paid parking in downtown Fernandina Beach.…
January 27, 2026
Zillow lists Jacksonville as a top market for homebuyers
Jacksonville is rated the fourth-best place in the nation for homebuyers, based partly on the growth of home values.…
January 27, 2026
Arctic blast brings the coldest air to North Florida
Temperatures will remain cold into Wednesday morning, with lows in the upper 20s and low 30s.…
January 26, 2026
Habitat puts Nassau County couple into affordable home
Gavin Kay and Madison Kline will move into a Habitat for Humanity home in Fernandina Beach.…
January 26, 2026
Bridge of Lions to close as iconic statues are moved
The lion statues must be moved so the state can raise St. Augustine’s seawall to mitigate flooding.…
January 26, 2026
Some Downtown bars could sell alcohol until 3 a.m.
Jacksonville City Council will consider an ordinance that would allow some bars to serve alcohol for an extra hour.…
January 26, 2026
What can Florida do to address housing affordability?
On “The Florida Roundup,” an FSU director explains why the affordable housing issue is more complex than it seems.…
January 23, 2026
4 firefighters charged with firing paintballs at cars
The firefighters were charged with misdemeanors after hitting a Sheriff’s Office cruiser and other targets.…
January 23, 2026
More details released on first police shootings of 2026
One man was killed and one wounded in separate shootings involving police on Jan. 5.…
January 23, 2026
Blood donations sought as supply lags on First Coast
Many blood centers don’t have enough supply for more than one or two days, LifeSouth says.…
January 23, 2026
Property tax proposals move forward in Florida House
Two proposals to reduce property taxes advanced through House committees on Thursday.…
January 23, 2026
How LIFT Jax elevates Eastside ahead of historic investment
Jacksonville nonprofit LIFT Jax has a renewed focus ahead of the first investment of the community benefits agreement.…
January 23, 2026
Black Democrats decry state’s stance on affirmative action
Black lawmakers denounced a memo from Attorney General James Uthmeier saying affirmative action laws are discriminatory.…
January 22, 2026
Jacksonville food study aims to eliminate urban farm barriers
An analysis of the food system could help address affordability and food insecurity, as well as growers’ concerns.…
January 22, 2026
Florida lawmakers consider making UTVs street-legal
A bill in the Legislature would allow licensed drivers to use UTVs on certain city and county roads.…
January 22, 2026
Plans move ahead for restaurant at Riverfront Plaza
The city would own the restaurant at Riverfront Plaza and choose an operator to build out the structure.…