June 12, 2024
Jacksonville City Council voted 12-7 to approve rezoning for the fast-food restaurant in Oceanway.…
June 12, 2024
Former St. Johns County sheriff runs for state Senate
David Shoar has opened a campaign account to run for a seat that will be vacated by Sen. Travis Hutson,…
June 12, 2024
Federal judge blocks law restricting transgender care
A federal court blocked Florida from enforcing a law that bans gender-affirming care for minors and restricts it for adults.…
June 12, 2024
Duval School Board chair: ‘We’ve done our due diligence’ on Bernier amid accusations
Bernier is the subject of a whistleblower complaint accusing him of “bullying” of a subordinate — with similar behavior mentioned…
June 11, 2024
Loan scam targets sailors along the First Coast
About 20 sailors in Northeast Florida have fallen victim to the scammers, who ask to use their phones and then…
June 11, 2024
St. Johns moms speak about their lawsuit over schoolbooks
The two parents are suing for equal rights when the public challenges books in Florida’s schools.…
June 11, 2024
8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust
Investigators seized gambling machines, drug paraphernalia and $400,000 cash in a raid at the 207 Express store.…
June 11, 2024
Home prices hit a record high in Northeast Florida
For the first time ever, the typical home in Northeast Florida costs more than $400,000.…
June 11, 2024
Jax River Jams could be coming to an end
Downtown Vision Inc. is evaluating the future of the free concert series because of declining sponsorship and rising costs.…
June 11, 2024
Teacher unions say pay raise isn’t enough
Florida ranks near the bottom nationwide in average teacher salaries, according to the Florida Education Association.…
June 10, 2024
Honoring female veterans in Northeast Florida
Events are planned all week for Women Veterans Recognition Week, which honors female vets and highlights their daily challenges.…
June 10, 2024
#AskJAXTDY l What’s the plan for fenced-off lot in Jax Beach?
A Jacksonville Today reader wants to know when Jacksonville Beach will do something about a fenced-off lot near the beach.…
June 10, 2024
Judge allows lawsuit alleging rental discrimination
The suit accuses JWB Property Management of using faulty algorithms to discriminate against Black renters.…
June 10, 2024
Second workshop set on stadium renovation
The agenda will include the community benefits portion of the agreement, which would funnel $300 million into the community.…
June 10, 2024
EverBank moving branch from Brooklyn to Ortega
The city of Jacksonville issued a permit last week for EverBank to build out its new branch at 4211 San…
June 10, 2024
Rise Doro seeks $15.45 million in incentives to rebuild
The apartment building Downtown burned in January. In rebuilding, developers plan to add workforce housing.…
June 10, 2024
DeSantis vetoes bill targeting hemp industry
Gov. Ron DeSantis said the bill placed “debilitating regulatory burdens” on small businesses.…
June 7, 2024
Jacksonville firefighters reach contract agreement
The contract includes a 12% salary increase in the 2024-2025 fiscal year. Retirement benefits for new enrollees would move to…
June 7, 2024
UNF students dig deep into the history of an ancient people
University of North Florida students are uncovering Jacksonville’s Timucuan past during archaeological digs along the Intracoastal Waterway.…
June 7, 2024
Baker County Sheriff’s Office under investigation
An order from Gov. Ron DeSantis did not specify the reason for the investigation.…
June 7, 2024
Alpha Kappa Alpha has high hopes for scholarship drive
The Gamma Rho Omega chapter of the predominantly Black sorority will host its largest fundraiser ever on Saturday.…
June 6, 2024
COMPARE | Contract for incoming Duval Superintendent Bernier vs. former Supe Greene
Duval’s counter offer to Chris Bernier is similar to former Superintendent Diana Greene’s most recent agreement.…
June 6, 2024
Waves of Change: Civil rights demonstrators return to St. Augustine
Protesters Shed Dawson and Purcell Conway are honored as a new museum exhibit commemorates wade-ins at a whites-only beach.…
June 6, 2024
St. Johns parents challenge state book-objection law
Two St. Johns County parents are among three who filed a federal lawsuit challenging a Florida law that increased scrutiny…