June 20, 2023
The unemployment rate typically rises in May as college and high school graduates enter the workforce.…
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June 20, 2023
NFL veteran moves forward with Jax’s first Slim Chickens restaurant
Former NFL linebacker Angelo Crowell would operate Slim Chickens in Glen Kernan Park. The city is reviewing engineering plans.…
June 20, 2023
Vino Volo preparing permanent space at Jacksonville airport
The business, currently in a temporary bar area, will move after the security checkpoint in Concourse C is rebuilt.…
June 19, 2023
Jacksonville is starting line for ‘rolling protest’ aimed at Black voters
On Juneteenth, the celebration of Black people being belatedly notified of their rights, scores of people rallied against new Florida…
June 16, 2023
Concerns arise over Laura Street Trio deal
A revamped $36.55 million city incentives deal could face opposition when it heads to the Downtown Investment Authority board June…
June 16, 2023
UF campus in Jacksonville gets $75 million in state budget
Plans for a University of Florida campus in Downtown Jacksonville were among several Northeast Florida projects that survived Gov. Ron…
June 16, 2023
The lights keep changing on the Acosta Bridge. How does that happen?
JTA will light up the bridge in red, black and green on Monday for Juneteenth, one of multiple displays during…
June 16, 2023
One last look at Arlington’s Thunderbird Motor Hotel and Dinner Theatre
Abandoned for decades, the crumbling remains of the former Arlington hot spot are being demolished.…
June 16, 2023
Starbucks expanding and renovating at multiple sites
Starbucks Corp. plans $2.5 million in work at five locations in the Jacksonville area.…
June 15, 2023
Need help finding a parking spot in St. Augustine?
The city has launched the St. Augustine Parking Finder website to help people find spots in the historic downtown area.…
June 15, 2023
Historic Friendship Fountain may flow again soon
Jacksonville’s historic Friendship Fountain could reopen in the fall after two years of renovation, with a playground and picnic facilities…
June 15, 2023
Former Clay County Schools superintendent may be interested in Duval job
Addison Davis, a former Duval Schools administrator, resigned Thursday as superintendent in Hillsborough County.…
June 15, 2023
More severe storms barrel through Northeast Florida
This unusual weather pattern is not likely to dissipate anytime soon. Friday’s risk of severe storms will stretch across the…
June 15, 2023
Duval jail kept medical provider despite lawsuits and deaths
Jacksonville leaders signed two contracts with Armor Correctional Health Services despite 570 lawsuits and inmate deaths across the country.…
June 15, 2023
Your cellphone or e-cigarette could be a fire risk
Jacksonville fire officials warn about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries found in electric cars and personal devices.…
June 15, 2023
Want free lunches for your kids this summer? This tool can help.
No Kid Hungry provides an interactive map and texting hotline. This year, the resource is also available via WhatsApp.…
June 14, 2023
Public involvement urged in Duval superintendent search
A representative of the Florida School Board Association says the public should be heavily involved in the search for Diane…
June 14, 2023
New rules for Duval Schools: crime reporting, dress codes and bathroom use
Updates to the district’s code of conduct will sharpen how crime and misconduct are reported, a response to criticism from…
June 14, 2023
Melissa Ross on joining the mayor’s team: ‘It’s a new chapter … a new opportunity’
WJCT radio host Melissa Ross is leaving First Coast Connect to serve as Donna Deegan’s director of strategic initiatives and…
June 14, 2023
Deegan announces executive team to lead City Hall
Jacksonville Mayor-elect Donna Deegan said her new executive team represents the culture of collaboration she wants to have as she…
June 14, 2023
Four Seasons development gets permits for foundation
The 176-room hotel, 25 condominium units and a six-story office building are under development by Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan.…
June 14, 2023
VyStar Foundation awards grants for veterans services
The foundation granted $197,092 to 10 nonprofit organizations that support active military, veterans, and their families.…
June 14, 2023
Nearly half of Jacksonville’s city swimming pools remain closed
Sixteen pools are closed because of staffing and maintenance problems. More than 100 lifeguard positions are vacant.…
June 13, 2023
Duval has nation’s highest risk of mpox outbreak
The CDC estimates Duval County has a 57% risk of an mpox outbreak this year. Health officials encourage people to…