August 7, 2025
The chain, based in Hawaii, is planning its ninth location in Florida, its first outside the Gulf.…
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August 7, 2025
More Floridians falling ill from consuming raw milk
Health experts blame misinformation. Some people think raw milk protects them from asthma and allergies.…
August 6, 2025
#AskJAXTDY | Why is one traffic signal always out on Southside Boulevard?
A Jacksonville Today reader says the traffic signal malfunctions about once a week.…
August 6, 2025
Duval property owners will pay more to challenge assessments
The cost to challenge a property assessment in Duval County will increase to $50 from $15.…
August 6, 2025
Bartram Trail teacher accused of lewd behavior near children
The high school teacher is charged with inappropriate behavior in the surf off St. Augustine Beach.…
August 6, 2025
St. Johns County OKs watered-down tree regulations
Two tweaks to the county’s tree preservation rules are a far cry from what was initially proposed.…
August 6, 2025
The Happy Grilled Cheese is closing Downtown
The restaurant will shut down after eight years in business. A new breakfast and lunch place will replace it.…
August 6, 2025
Florida prepares to build Camp Blanding ICE center
The administration has awarded at least one contract for the state’s second immigration detention center.…
August 6, 2025
Flash flood risk continues for North Florida
Parts of Jacksonville could experience up to 4 inches of rainfall, with 5 inches possible in isolated areas through Friday…
August 5, 2025
Some Duval students will pay $4.25 for lunch, previously free
Dozens of Jacksonville schools will start charging for lunch again after a five-year break.…
August 5, 2025
Magic Beach Motel will be demolished after all
The St. Johns County Commission decided it does not have the legal authority to stop the demolition.…
August 5, 2025
Jacksonville mayor launches data portal to try to reduce politics in policymaking
The City of Jacksonville launched a data analysis portal, State of Jax, to identify and eradicate local discrepancies in life…
August 5, 2025
Trash fees are going up in St. Johns County
Residents can expect to pay $200 more annually over the next five years.…
August 5, 2025
3 resign St. Johns airport board after criminal charges
The three are accused of violating Florida’s Sunshine Law on multiple occasions.…
August 5, 2025
Deegan tries to head off conflict over state DOGE audit
Mayor Donna Deegan responded to criticism by the state CFO, who suggested the city is trying to stifle a DOGE…
August 5, 2025
Florida’s record executions lead nationwide increase
Under Gov. Ron DeSantis, Florida has executed nine people in 2025, more than any other state.…
August 5, 2025
Judge orders release of Alligator Alcatraz agreements
State and federal officials must provide written agreements showing who has legal custody of detainees at the facility.…
August 4, 2025
Former Duval teachers union VP pleads guilty
Ruby George faces up to 20 years in prison on each of three counts. She will be sentenced later.…
August 4, 2025
Next phase of First Coast Expressway due to open soon
The latest segment, from Blanding Boulevard to U.S. 17 in Clay County, could open within two weeks.…
August 4, 2025
Barber bestows his cutting wisdom on a new generation
Imsety Aten-Re wants to give back to the community by sharing his passion for cutting hair.…
August 4, 2025
Jacksonville gets CSX’s first rail hazmat training center
CSX and FSCJ will team up to build the Hazardous Materials Training Institute at the college’s existing fire academy.…
August 4, 2025
Sculpture called The Pearl is rising at RiversEdge
The Pearl will anchor Central Park in the sprawling mixed-use development on the Southbank.…
August 4, 2025
New Asian grocery in Jax will open next month
The Lotte Plaza Market will offer products from all over Asia and will include a food court.…
August 4, 2025
14-year-old accused of killing his parents in Middleburg
The boy walked to a church and called police to say he had shot his parents, the sheriff said.…