March 5, 2025
PolitiFact reviews Gov. Ron DeSantis’ assertions in his annual State of the State address.…
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March 5, 2025
JTA tests self-driving vans along Bay Street
The tests are a step toward creating a fleet of autonomous vehicles that will serve Downtown Jacksonville and nearby areas.…
March 4, 2025
Lawmakers may repeal later school start times
A bill sponsored by Sen. Jennifer Bradley, R-Fleming Island, would reverse a law approved in 2023.…
March 4, 2025
St. Johns County seeks more input from farmers
A new advisory board would consider how development and other projects affect the county’s large number of farmers.…
March 4, 2025
Lazy Manatee taproom plans spring opening in Arlington
The Lazy Manatee will have 20 taps and serve craft beer from around the country.…
March 4, 2025
#AskJAXTDY | Why aren’t streetlights working on San Pablo Road?
A Jacksonville Today reader wonders when new streetlights will start working on San Pablo Road.…
March 3, 2025
What Jax-area lawmakers are proposing, facing as 2025 Florida legislative session starts
Northeast Florida lawmakers have filed more than 100 bills before the 2025 legislative session officially gavels in at 9:30 a.m.…
March 3, 2025
Driver waving gun crashes during police chase on I-95
The crash closed the southbound lanes of Interstate 95 for hours in St. Johns County.…
March 3, 2025
Judge allows schoolbook lawsuit to continue
Major publishing companies sued over a 2023 Florida law that allows certain schoolbooks to be removed from libraries.…
March 3, 2025
Former Mayport sailor accused of trying to buy Navy ID cards
The Navy reservist bought two ID cards for $3,500, federal officials said. He was charged with bribery.…
March 3, 2025
Pizza restaurant nears opening in old San Marco Theatre
Electric Dough Pizza Co. will bring a unique blend of pizza to Jacksonville in the late spring.…
March 3, 2025
Rutherford rejects calls for town hall meetings
U.S. Rep. John Rutherford said town hall meetings are not productive. He offered to meet with anyone at his office.…
February 28, 2025
#AskJAXTDY: Why can’t I report a dog bite directly to Animal Control?
A Jacksonville Today reader says she couldn’t get answers from Animal Control after a dog bit her.…
February 28, 2025
Proposed amendment would eliminate lieutenant governor
Voters would be asked to replace the lieutenant governor with a “commissioner of government efficiency.”…
February 28, 2025
JTA board member questions ridership numbers
Megan Hayward pointed out discrepancies shortly after Mayor Donna Deegan sought to remove her from the board.…
February 28, 2025
FPL proposes rate increase to keep up with growth
FPL’s typical bill in Northeast Florida would rise from $134.14 currently to $151.99 in 2029.…
February 28, 2025
After years of work, Mill Creek Park will open Saturday
The new park in St. Augustine is the first in St. Johns County in more than a decade.…
February 27, 2025
Teacher-student communication, parent volunteer policies could change in Duval
Duval County’s school board will vote soon on how employees can communicate with students and whether some volunteers need additional…
February 27, 2025
UF Health and United Healthcare remain at odds
Nearly 75,000 people are paying more for medical care because UF Health and United Healthcare have not reached an agreement.…
February 27, 2025
St. Augustine gives residents a look inside government
The city is launching a Citizens Academy program to help people learn the ins and outs of the city’s operations.…
February 27, 2025
Distressed pilot lands with help from St. Johns police helicopter
A Sheriff’s Office helicopter lit up a landing strip in the dark so a private pilot could land.…
February 27, 2025
BIT OF JOY | Bongo baby born at Jacksonville Zoo
The unnamed calf was born Feb. 19 to first-time mom Cayenne…
February 26, 2025
New Longshoremen’s contract is good news for Jax
The Longshoremen estimate the contract will bring at least $25 million of additional wages into the local economy.…
February 26, 2025
Group rallies against possibility of new Duval jail
The Jacksonville Community Action Committee says money should be spent on community needs instead of a new jail.…