July 13, 2023
HUD’s settlement with Gannett Co. over discriminatory ads has the potential to curtail violations in dozens of cities.…
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July 13, 2023
Players Grille coming to Home2 Suites in Brooklyn
The hotel, a project of Corner Lot and Kelco Management and Development, is expected to open in early 2024.…
July 13, 2023
Here’s why you may not get a ballot to vote by mail
A change in state law means vote-by-mail ballot requests are good for only one general election cycle. Your request for…
July 12, 2023
Nassau County mother, 17, jailed in baby’s fentanyl death
The 9-month-old child was found dead June 26 in a home in Callahan. Sheriff Bill Leeper said the mother thought…
July 12, 2023
HCA Florida plans stand-alone ER in Baymeadows
Plans show 10 exam rooms, diagnostic X-ray, laboratory and other space. The health system also may develop a free-standing emergency…
July 12, 2023
Blueberry Artisan Bakery prepares a base in St. Nicholas
Owner Mark Janasik said the scratch bakery will serve restaurants, hotels and his Southern Grounds locations, as well as diners.…
July 12, 2023
Duval could have new schools superintendent by Jan. 1
A tentative timeline shows public surveys and community forums from now through September.…
July 12, 2023
Manufacturers anxious about Jacksonville’s economy
A survey by the University of North Florida found that manufacturers are worried the local economy will deteriorate.…
July 12, 2023
UPS workers in Jacksonville prepare for strike
UPS workers could go on strike for the first time since 1997 if they can’t reach a new contract deal…
July 12, 2023
Nearly 150,000 households on waitlist for Jax affordable housing
An Affordable Housing Subcommittee is working on budget recommendations for Mayor Donna Deegan.…
July 11, 2023
Duval School Board member will represent both district, conservative group in Tallahassee
Duval County School Board member April Carney will help the district lobby the Florida Legislature — that’s after some Board…
July 11, 2023
Newest drug to hit the streets makes its way to Northeast Florida nightclubs, bars
The Drug Enforcement Administration is issuing a warning about the latest drug that has made its way to Northeast Florida…
July 11, 2023
Dirt is dug as Phase I of Jacksonville’s new Downtown park finally begins
Some Downtown streets are closed for at least the rest of the year during the transformation of the lawn in the…
July 10, 2023
Downtown Jacksonville construction means multiple road closures this week and beyond
Drivers through Downtown Jacksonville face three new road and building renovation projects. The biggest will detour traffic for months.…
July 10, 2023
Mayor Deegan’s executive team on track to cost more than Curry’s
Mayor Donna Deegan is assembling a more expensive City Hall executive team than that of her predecessor, Lenny Curry.…
July 10, 2023
Public invited to weigh in on long-awaited Old Middleburg Road widening
A two-lane road on Duval County’s Westside may finally get widened to four lanes, and on Monday, residents are invited…
July 10, 2023
City splash pads could expose children to bacteria, doctor warns
Splash pad visits might provide some relief from sweltering heat, but they could also be exposing children to bacteria that…
July 7, 2023
Yes, it’s hotter than usual for early July
Jacksonville has recorded five straight days over 95 degrees, and we’ve already tied the number of heat advisories issued last…
July 7, 2023
Farah & Farah buys Masonic lodge Downtown for $3 million
The Jacksonville-based law firm purchased the property to gain additional employee parking.…
July 7, 2023
The Community Foundation commits $250,000 for small-business loans
A partnership with the JAX Microfinance Fund will support entrepreneurs, particularly women and people of color.…
July 7, 2023
More Jacksonville city pools will open soon
About half of Jacksonville’s 34 municipal pools have been closed due to maintenance issues and lifeguard shortages.…
July 7, 2023
Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana to open in Riverside
The restaurant will be the fifth to occupy space at King and Park streets since Carter’s Pharmacy closed in 2009.…
July 7, 2023
Southeastern Grocers introduces new store brand
The Know & Love line will include products that are free of nearly 100 undesirable ingredients, the company says.…
July 6, 2023
Deegan appointee made improper election donations, but he says he’s fixing it
Former City Council member Garrett Dennis used his own campaign funds to help two local candidates, which is not allowed…