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Duval Schools is considering four options for a headquarters relocation as it also weighs two purchase offers on its Southbank…
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$20M fund established to spark affordable rental housing in Jacksonville
A group of private and philanthropic investors is creating the fund as another tool to combat the housing crisis.…
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Analysis | What a Democratic win on Jax City Council means for Duval County
Democratic Candidate Mone Holder flipped an At-Large Jacksonville City Council seat held by a Republican for seven years.…
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After major primary upsets, Florida Democrats prepare for uphill battle in November
Democratic leaders pledge to flip political power in Florida after 30 years of Republican governance.…
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JTA’s budget deficit ballooned over 3 months, city auditors report
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Duval’s election turnout modest; support for Angie Nixon overwhelming
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New fire station replaces 46-year-old firehouse at Blount Island
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1,000-plus acres of agricultural land OK’d for development in St. Johns
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Democratic State Rep. Nixon upsets Vindman, will face Moody for U.S. Senate
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Here were the local contests decided outright on Election Day in August
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Voters kill paid parking in Fernandina Beach with overwhelming ‘yes’
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Ability Housing completes 92 units of affordable housing in St. Augustine
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St. Johns County voters will be asked whether they support a tax increase to help buy conservation land.…
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Why Florida voters shouldn’t overlook today’s primary election
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August 17, 2026
New artificial reef sunk off Jacksonville, the first of its kind in years
An artificial reef made of concrete culverts will increase marine habitat and benefit anglers and divers.…
August 17, 2026
El Niño keeps Atlantic hurricane activity unusually quiet
Strong wind shear and dry air are suppressing hurricane activity across the Atlantic basin.…
August 16, 2026
Duval School Board candidates take in more money than most in Florida
School board elections in Jacksonville have brought in a lot of money through individual, business and PAC support.…
August 14, 2026
Sulzbacher and Jacksonville plan 32 shelter beds for unhoused women
The Jacksonville City Council approved $413,900 to help the growing number of unhoused women.…
August 14, 2026
#AskJAXTDY | Will my ballot be rejected if my signature doesn’t match?
A Jacksonville Today reader says he’s older and disabled and his signature changes year to year.…
August 14, 2026
Second red tide alert issued near Fort George River in Jacksonville
Red tide, caused by a toxin-producing algae, was detected twice in four days near Heckscher Drive.…
August 14, 2026
Incumbent defends St. Johns School Board seat from newcomer’s challenge
St. Johns County voters will decide whether to retain the longest-serving member on the School Board.…
August 14, 2026
Jaguars adding temporary stadium seating to kick off 2026 season
The city has issued a permit to install temporary seating during the renovation of EverBank Stadium.…