June 25, 2025
Seven Bridges is owned by Kelly Cos. of Southern California, which closed Ragtime Tavern in Atlantic Beach in January.…
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June 25, 2025
Florida fast-tracks immigrant detention center in Everglades
Environmentalists are raising alarms about “Alligator Alcatraz,” a detention center on a partially-built airstrip in the Everglades.…
June 24, 2025
Mayor Deegan vetoes bill tracking spending on undocumented immigrants
A City Council effort to override the mayor’s veto fell short, allowing it to stand.…
June 24, 2025
Duval judge denies new trial for Death Row inmate scheduled for execution
Duval County Circuit Judge Jeb Branham on Tuesday refused to grant a new trial or resentencing hearing for a Jacksonville…
June 24, 2025
More than 90 unmarked graves ID’d in St. Augustine cemeteries, thanks to state grant
The West Augustine Improvement Association is using state funds to locate unmarked graves in the historic San Sebastian and Pinehurst…
June 24, 2025
Northside fire station opens in Pumpkin Hill Creek area
Jacksonville’s growing Northeast corner gained the city’s news fire station after Tuesday’s ribbon cutting.…
June 24, 2025
Burrito Gallery closes in Brooklyn, ending local chain’s 20-year run in Jacksonville
Burrito Gallery was known in Jacksonville for its fast-casual Southwestern menu, which it described as “Jax Mex.”…
June 24, 2025
JEA board approves one-time $40M bump in contribution to city coffers
JEA’s budget next year will include a $178 million contribution to the city’s general fund.…
June 24, 2025
Give blood, get a free A1c test this summer
The nonprofit community blood center LifeSouth is offering free A1c test this summer to entice more people to give blood.…
June 23, 2025
St. Augustine’s new noise ordinance is louder and clearer about enforcement
New rules in St. Augustine will make it easier for police to crack down on loud and disruptive noises at…
June 23, 2025
JAXPORT CEO receives 5-year contract extension with $550K base pay
Eric Green, who has served as JaxPort’s CEO for eight years, will have another five years at the helm with…
June 23, 2025
Florida jobless rate stays at 3.7%
State officials say that Florida’s economy doesn’t show “signs of concern” after the state’s unemployment numbers remained unchanged May from…
June 23, 2025
Gov. DeSantis signs condo relief bills
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed two bills Monday that make changes to the regulation of condos and cooperatives and increase…
June 20, 2025
A second chance? Jacksonville could invest in affordable housing fund
A City Council bill would set aside $3 million to invest in a Jacksonville Affordable Housing Fund.…
June 20, 2025
How to cut your bills during the coming heat wave
The heat index could surpass 100 degrees over the next week, the National Weather Service says.…
June 20, 2025
Summer officially starts at 10:42 p.m. tonight
The summer solistice will occur tonight, and the hours of daylight will gradually shrink until Dec. 21.…
June 20, 2025
Marva Johnson approved as new FAMU president
The Board of Governors approved Johnson despite loud opposition from segments of the FAMU community.…
June 20, 2025
Funding slashed for Florida land preservation program
Much of the money has been shifted to protect agricultural lands from development.…
June 18, 2025
Three more books removed from St. Johns middle schools
After lobbying from two community members, the School Board restricted the books to older students.…
June 18, 2025
DIA board approves agreement with new CEO
Colin Tarbert, a longtime Baltimore development executive, will recieve annual compensation of $297,000.…
June 18, 2025
Dream Finders CEO in talks to buy Tampa Bay Rays
Patrick Zalupski is part of the potential buyers group, along with Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp owner Ken Babby.…
June 18, 2025
Fernandina Beach roils over plan for paid parking
Businesses say they’ll suffer, and residents fear the city’s small-town charm will disappear.…
June 18, 2025
Exotic-car dealership under investigation for fraud
Authorities in Jacksonville and New York are investigating the Karma Automotive dealership on Beach Boulevard.…
June 18, 2025
JU students and volunteers scan the sand for turtle nests
Jacksonville University is launching a Sea Turtle Program in conjunction the turtle patrol program in St. Johns County.…