February 17, 2026
A House bill would limit how the governor can use an emergency fund originally intended for natural disasters.…
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February 15, 2026
OPINION | 2027: The ‘lawfare’ Jacksonville mayor’s race?
The controversy over Mayor Donna Deegan’s Hispanic outreach coordinator could last through next year’s Jacksonville mayor’s race.…
February 12, 2026
Paid parking starts Monday in downtown Fernandina Beach
A judge dismissed most of a complaint seeking to stop the paid parking plan on downtown streets.…
February 12, 2026
St. Johns County fields feedback on Shore Drive trail
County officials say a decision will come soon on the future of the controversial Shore Drive project.…
February 12, 2026
Flamingo floated again as Florida’s state bird
The Legislature has considered anointing the flamingo as the state bird for several years. Opposition seems less this year.…
February 12, 2026
Local governments could be forced to end DEI programs
A bill moving through the Legislature would prohibit municipalities from funding or supporting DEI.…
February 12, 2026
Panhandling law won’t be enforced in St. Johns County
The decision came after two civil rights organizations settled a lawsuit over the panhandling ordinance.…
February 11, 2026
Ocklawaha River restoration gains steam in Legislature
This is the closest that advocates of draining the Rodman Reservoir and restoring the river have been to gaining Tallahassee’s…
February 11, 2026
House revives effort to protect monuments and statues
Critics contend the effort is primarily directed at preserving monuments supporting the Confederacy.…
February 11, 2026
House panel passes ‘Charlie Kirk Day of Remembrance’
Opponents like Rep. Angie Nixon of Jacksonville argued that the Kirk tribute would insult Black people.…
February 10, 2026
Nights of Lights judged a success, but cost still a concern
City officials think they solved several problems with Nights of Lights, but more work remains.…
February 9, 2026
State subpoenas Jacksonville over immigration enforcement
The Deegan administration says it will comply with the immigration probe and is confident the city “acted lawfully.”…
February 6, 2026
Former assistant police chief arrested in St. Augustine
Anthony Cuthbert is accused of taking thousands of dollars from the Police Benevolent Organization.…
February 1, 2026
OPINION | The politics of last call: Should Downtown bars serve ’til 3?
Should Downtown bars be allowed to serve alcohol for an extra hour?…
January 30, 2026
NUMBER OF THE WEEK | #AskJAXTDY: Property tax spending on schools?
This Number of the Week is also an #AskJAXTDY. Jacksonville Today reader Jane G. wonders what happens to the money…
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 20, 2026
St. Johns County softens growth plan to satisfy state
The state rejected an earlier version of the plan because it was too restrictive of growth and development.…
January 13, 2026
Here are Jacksonville area lawmakers’ legislative priorities for 2026
Local lawmakers are pushing a slate of bills in Tallahassee.…
January 7, 2026
City manager suddenly resigns in Atlantic Beach
City Manager Bill Killingsworth stepped down voluntarily after a meeting with the mayor.…
January 6, 2026
Historic Armory sale marches forward with higher sale price
Reva Development Corp. has been working with the city to retrofit the Armory since 2020.…
January 4, 2026
In Jacksonville, mixed reaction after US removes Maduro
Jacksonville witnessed demonstrations and political support following the U.S. military’s removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.…
December 22, 2025
Jacksonville government and you | JAX TODAY GUIDE
Here’s how to get involved in Jacksonville government, whether making your voice heard in City Council, joining a Citizens Planning…
December 18, 2025
After contentious 6 months, City Council VP and mayor pitch unity
Political observers note a particularly contentious second half of 2025 between City Council leaders and the mayor’s office.…
December 16, 2025
St. Johns lawmaker backs changes to development bill
Rep. Kim Kendell says the state shouldn’t be dictating how local officials can regulate development.…