November 8, 2023
The school district will not renew its contract with Student Transportation of America, which encountered a severe shortgage of drivers.…
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November 7, 2023
St. Johns County approves Ponte Vedra Inn and Lodge expansions, despite opposition
The commission voted 4 to 1 to approve Gate’s request to rezone the two resorts to add buildings, parking and…
November 7, 2023
JEA expects to raise electric rates in April
JEA plans to increase electric rates for both its residential and commercial customers this spring. Without the proposed 3.5% increase,…
November 7, 2023
Father pleads guilty to manslaughter in shooting death of former football star son
A man accused of shooting and killing his son, former University of Central Florida and University Christian football star Otis…
November 7, 2023
Jacksonville’s Veterans Day Parade this Saturday will travel Bay Street
Jacksonville’s Veterans Day Parade kicks off at 11:01 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11, on Gator Bowl Boulevard behind Daily’s Place,…
November 7, 2023
Saxum Real Estate advances plans for 3.8 million-square-foot North Jacksonville industrial park
An almost 3.8 million-square-foot industrial park is in review for 816 acres near the Jacksonville airport.…
November 7, 2023
UNF 2024 poll: Trump has overwhelming support among Florida Republican voters
A new poll from the University of North Florida’s Public Opinion Research Lab of likely Republican primary voters across Florida…
November 6, 2023
The Bolles School receives dual $5M gifts to complete innovation center
The most expansive construction project at The Bolles School’s San Jose campus since the former hotel that forms its core…
November 6, 2023
City’s new home online: Jacksonville.gov
The city of Jacksonville has a new website and a new URL: jacksonville.gov.…
November 6, 2023
Jacksonville Jaguars inviting bids to work on the ‘Stadium of the Future’
In a big step toward the renovation of the 28-year-old EverBank Stadium, the Jacksonville Jaguars seek sealed bids for work…
November 3, 2023
5 new student-created sculptures on display in Jax Beach
Five new University of North Florida student created sculptures were installed Friday in Jacksonville Beach.…
November 3, 2023
CSX employees pack clothing and toys in Jacksonville for Santa Train through Appalachia
CSX employees stuffed thousands of backpacks with winter clothing and toys for the company’s annual Santa Train through Appalachia.…
November 3, 2023
Jacksonville Armada will join new league, play in new stadium
The Jacksonville Armada will join the MLS Next Pro league in time for the 2025 season, and the club will…
November 2, 2023
Judge pauses deal in Jacksonville redlining case
U.S. District Judge Marcia Morales Howard rejected a settlement between the U.S. Justice Department and Ameris Bank.…
November 2, 2023
City sues two apartment complexes as ‘nuisances’
The city claims lack of maintenance and trash removal are endangering public health at Northwoods Apartments and Colonial Forest Apartments.…
November 2, 2023
Jacksonville aims to spread health care across the city
A new program called “Get Covered Jax” will help uninsured people find coverage at little or no cost.…
November 2, 2023
Climate change panel features chief resilience officer
Anne Coglianese will be part of a panel discussion next week hosted by Jacksonville Today’s ADAPT.…
November 1, 2023
Duval teachers union appoints new leaders after resignations
The selection of a new president and vice president comes after the FBI visited the Duval Teachers Union office in…
November 1, 2023
Glowing dragons and pandas will brighten ZOOLights
The holiday-themed attraction at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens will include more than 70 scenes of custom-made silk Chinese lanterns.…
November 1, 2023
Seminole Tribe plans major gambling expansion in Florida
The tribe will add roulette, craps and sports betting at its casinos in Florida in December.…
November 1, 2023
Gun safety classes plummet after concealed carry changes
Applications for concealed carry permits have dropped by about 64% since Florida eliminated the need for training and a permit…
November 1, 2023
Appellate court considers North Florida redistricting
The court is expected to rule by Nov. 22 the elimination of a Black-majority district stretching from Jacksonville to Gadsden…
November 1, 2023
St. Johns River Ferry expands its hours
The popular ferry will run two hours longer during the week and one hour longer on weekends.…
November 1, 2023
Attorney general urges court to reject abortion initiative
Attorney General Ashley Moody filed a brief contending the proposal should be kept off the 2024 ballot because the wording…