April 28, 2026
The girl said Joshua Allen Trent abused her for about five years beginning when she was 15.…
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April 28, 2026
REVIEW | Black Pearl: A ‘disappointing’ take on Italian-Japanese fusion
“Typically, the hallmarks of itameshi are sophisticated cooking techniques, esteem for seasonality and an emphasis on umami-rich ingredients,” writes reviewer…
April 26, 2026
OPINION | What does the Florida House get out of the special session?
After two years of adversarial positioning, does Florida House Speaker Perez simply fold? Or does the House push back against…
April 25, 2026
Florida’s special session: Redistricting, vaccines and AI rights
Florida’s GOP lawmakers will bring new congressional maps into a nationwide redistricting battle next week.…
April 24, 2026
Volunteer firefighter dies while fighting Hilliard wildfire
Firefighter James Crews died after a medical emergency while battling a Hilliard wildfire, officials said.…
April 24, 2026
State education commissioner berates St. Johns County superintendent
Superintendent Brennan Asplen was upbraided for criticizing Florida’s private school voucher program.…
April 23, 2026
Dozens of books removed from Duval Schools include ‘Handmaid’s Tale’ and Maya Angelou
The district continues to remove books from its shelves because of a long-running internal review.…
April 23, 2026
Former preschool teacher gets 10 years for enticing child
The former Nocatee teacher was accused of communicating with an FBI agent who was posing as a 13-year-old girl.…
April 23, 2026
Jacksonville Beach hosts annual Opening of the Beaches
Opening of the Beaches represents the unofficial start of the summer season in Jacksonville Beach.…
April 23, 2026
WHAT TO DO | ‘The Pillowman,’ Wild Wonders critter show; Celebrate Trails Day
A play in Downtown Jacksonville, a critter encounter in Atlantic Beach and a celebration of trails in LaVilla are What…
April 22, 2026
Florida outlaws diversity, equity and inclusion in public policy
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Wednesday in Jacksonville that prohibits DEI in local governments.…
April 22, 2026
Southeast Toyota shows off huge new JAXPORT site
The facility enables Southeast Toyota to process hundreds more vehicles per day to ship to dealers.…
April 22, 2026
THE JAXSON | The Farris family: From grocers to meatpacking pioneers
In honor of National Arab American Heritage Month, The Jaxson highlights the Farris family and the rise of a Syrian…
April 21, 2026
Wildfire risks could grow over next 10 weeks, officials warn
The danger of wildfires will persist as long as the drought continues, and little rain is forecast, fire officials say.…
April 21, 2026
How Duval Schools remains mindful of minority mental health
The district’s 2026 Student Mental Health Conference enabled students to get specific about their needs.…
April 21, 2026
BIT OF JOY | Celebrate Earth Day
Here are a few ways to celebrate Earth Day in Northeast Florida.…
April 20, 2026
Wildfires scorch Northeast Florida as drought continues
A wildfire in Clay County grew to over 2,000 acres, and a 1,000-acre fire was burning in adjacent Putnam County.…
April 17, 2026
County pathologist back on the job after social media lapse
An investigation concluded the deputy’s social media post could support Donald Trump’s death.…
April 17, 2026
Jacksonville teacher charged with child sexual material
Johnny Robinson III, a math teacher at Temple Christian Academy, faces 50 counts. He has been fired.…
April 16, 2026
WHAT TO DO | The CookOut: Unity on the Block; Sea Turtle Fest; Historic Timeline Saunter
A block party celebrating Jacksonville’s Urban Core, Sea Turtle Fest in Fernandina Beach, and a stroll through history in St.…
April 16, 2026
DeSantis’ office devotes millions to Northwest Jax job training programs, Boys & Girls Clubs
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office devoted $3 million to Northwest Jacksonville training programs that will provide skills for trades and medical…
April 16, 2026
Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan files for reelection
Deegan hopes to become the first Democrat since 1983 to be reelected as Jacksonville mayor.…
April 16, 2026
City Council protester convicted of resisting arrest
A jury convicted Leah Grady in connection with protests last year at a Jacksonville City Council meeting.…
April 16, 2026
Archaeologists to discuss relics from segregated schools
St. Augustine will have a community meeting to highlight artifacts unearthed from the sites of former segregated schools.…