June 13, 2024
Frank Anthony Acanda pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud after hitting mailboxes in Fleming Island, Jacksonville and St.…
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June 13, 2024
Thousands expected at Melanin Market for Juneteenth festival
The Eastside-based nonprofit will award 15 $1,000 microgrants to businesses that participate.…
June 12, 2024
Bernier hired as Duval superintendent at $320,000 per year
The School Board voted 6-1 to hire Christopher Bernier as superintendent. Board member Warren Jones voted no because he thought…
June 12, 2024
Mangroves creep north due to lack of ‘lethal freeze’ in Florida
Researchers found mangroves at Cumberland Island in southeast Georgia, another indication of a warming climate.…
June 12, 2024
THE JAXSON | How the Jaguars stadium deal could support Historic Eastside revitalization
Here’s how the stadium deal’s community benefits agreement could provide tangible benefit to its adjacent urban core neighborhood.…
June 12, 2024
Chick-fil-A approved over neighbors’ objections
Jacksonville City Council voted 12-7 to approve rezoning for the fast-food restaurant in Oceanway.…
June 12, 2024
Duval School Board chair: ‘We’ve done our due diligence’ on Bernier amid accusations
Bernier is the subject of a whistleblower complaint accusing him of “bullying” of a subordinate — with similar behavior mentioned…
June 11, 2024
Loan scam targets sailors along the First Coast
About 20 sailors in Northeast Florida have fallen victim to the scammers, who ask to use their phones and then…
June 11, 2024
St. Johns moms speak about their lawsuit over schoolbooks
The two parents are suing for equal rights when the public challenges books in Florida’s schools.…
June 11, 2024
8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust
Investigators seized gambling machines, drug paraphernalia and $400,000 cash in a raid at the 207 Express store.…
June 11, 2024
ARTS PICKS | June 14-16
A Father’s Day jazz concert, hip-hop and art fest in Riverside, Digital Art Fest and birthday party for James Weldon…
June 11, 2024
REVIEW | Istanbul Grill & Bakery
Istanbul Grill & Bakery on the Southside: a magical experience best enjoyed with friends.…
June 11, 2024
Home prices hit a record high in Northeast Florida
For the first time ever, the typical home in Northeast Florida costs more than $400,000.…
June 10, 2024
Honoring female veterans in Northeast Florida
Events are planned all week for Women Veterans Recognition Week, which honors female vets and highlights their daily challenges.…
June 10, 2024
#AskJAXTDY l What’s the plan for fenced-off lot in Jax Beach?
A Jacksonville Today reader wants to know when Jacksonville Beach will do something about a fenced-off lot near the beach.…
June 10, 2024
Second workshop set on stadium renovation
The agenda will include the community benefits portion of the agreement, which would funnel $300 million into the community.…
June 7, 2024
Jacksonville firefighters reach contract agreement
The contract includes a 12% salary increase in the 2024-2025 fiscal year. Retirement benefits for new enrollees would move to…
June 7, 2024
UNF students dig deep into the history of an ancient people
University of North Florida students are uncovering Jacksonville’s Timucuan past during archaeological digs along the Intracoastal Waterway.…
June 7, 2024
Alpha Kappa Alpha has high hopes for scholarship drive
The Gamma Rho Omega chapter of the predominantly Black sorority will host its largest fundraiser ever on Saturday.…
June 6, 2024
OPINION | Like a bad penny
Incoming City Council President Randy White blames pension changes for Jacksonville’s inability to compete for police officers, fire fighters and…
June 6, 2024
Waves of Change: Civil rights demonstrators return to St. Augustine
Protesters Shed Dawson and Purcell Conway are honored as a new museum exhibit commemorates wade-ins at a whites-only beach.…
June 6, 2024
St. Johns parents challenge state book-objection law
Two St. Johns County parents are among three who filed a federal lawsuit challenging a Florida law that increased scrutiny…
June 6, 2024
JEA CEO resigned over spending concerns, mayor says
Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan said she is not aware of any wrondoing by former CEO Jay Stowe.…
June 6, 2024
Sheriff’s Office nears move to former Florida Blue site
Hundreds of Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office investigators and staff will move to the Florida Blue Riverside Office Complex in the fall.…