June 18, 2024
Duval County has a higher rate of eviction filings than other metro areas in Florida.…
June 18, 2024
Dangerous heat in cars can be lethal to people and pets
So far this year, 18 children have died nationwide after being found in a hot car.…
June 17, 2024
Residents urge City Council to approve stadium deal with community benefits agreement
Dozens of Jacksonville residents spoke in support of a proposed stadium deal between the city and the Jacksonville Jaguars.…
June 17, 2024
Federal St. Augustine flooding study expected to yield solutions in 4 years
How do you keep St. Augustine from flooding? The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers hopes to give answers, eventually.…
June 17, 2024
Fresh-Mex & Co. signs lease in St. Johns County
The Tex-Mex Cantina was founded in 2017 in the Southpoint area before moving to St. Johns Town Center.…
June 17, 2024
UNF announces doctoral program in computing
UNF’s first doctor of philosophy program will focus on intelligent systems and cybersecurity.…
June 17, 2024
Supreme Court turns down Florida sports betting challenge
The U.S. Supreme Court refused to upend a multibillion-dollar deal giving the Seminole Tribe control of sports betting throughout Florida.…
June 17, 2024
Tropical disturbance could affect Jacksonville
The National Hurricane Center is tracking an area just northeast of the Bahamas where a tropical depression may develop later…
June 17, 2024
Duval teacher wins fight over Black Lives Matter flag
Amy Donofrio will be allowed to keep her teaching license despite the state’s efforts to revoke it.…
June 16, 2024
MLK’s nephew preaches at St. Augustine church where King delivered sermon 60 years ago
The younger King started his remarks by referencing his uncle’s most famous words.…
June 14, 2024
Former Douglas Anderson teacher sentenced to 10 years
Jeffery Clayton, a former vocal teacher, was convicted of lewd behavior with a student.…
June 14, 2024
Baptist opening emergency room in St. Augustine
Baptist Health officials say the new ER will bring emergency care closer to home in St. Johns County.…
June 14, 2024
Shorebird nests delay Amelia Island dredging
A project to dredge the Nassau River and nearby waterways has been delayed until early October.…
June 13, 2024
Public hearing scheduled on stadium renovation
The hearing will take place Monday as a debate continues over the community benefits segment of the stadium agreement.…
June 13, 2024
Pass Go and buy a bridge? Jax Monopoly is on the way
The game’s manufacturer, Top Trumps USA, is asking people to suggest landmarks and businesses to appear on the board.…
June 13, 2024
Fraud suspect stole more than $59,000 from mailboxes
Frank Anthony Acanda pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud after hitting mailboxes in Fleming Island, Jacksonville and St.…
June 13, 2024
Here’s how Jacksonville fared in the new state budget
Gov. Ron DeSantis cut funding for at least 70 projects or programs in the Jacksonville area, but other organizations won…
June 13, 2024
Gateway Jax expands its holdings Downtown
Gateway Jax bought a 2.76-acre site from Florida State College at Jacksonville that lies next to the Pearl Street District…
June 13, 2024
Thousands expected at Melanin Market for Juneteenth festival
The Eastside-based nonprofit will award 15 $1,000 microgrants to businesses that participate.…
June 13, 2024
Pizza and self-serve beer on tap for Downtown Jacksonville
The city is reviewing a building permit for Pour Taproom and Pizza Jeans in the VyStar Credit Union garage at…
June 13, 2024
There’s a new way to get a hazardous weather forecast
The National Weather Service is experimenting with a graphical Hazardous Weather Outlook to see how users like the feature.…
June 12, 2024
Bernier hired as Duval superintendent at $320,000 per year
The School Board voted 6-1 to hire Christopher Bernier as superintendent. Board member Warren Jones voted no because he thought…
June 12, 2024
Autonomous vehicle plant gets $7.7 million in incentives
A company identified as Holon would build a $100 million plant on about 40 acres in Northwest Jacksonville.…
June 12, 2024
Mangroves creep north due to lack of ‘lethal freeze’ in Florida
Researchers found mangroves at Cumberland Island in southeast Georgia, another indication of a warming climate.…