April 25, 2024
Dinsmore residents managed to drive away a proposed bulk fuel storage yard, but the plan could pop up in another…
April 25, 2024
Jacksonville man sentenced for hate crimes on Black women
Frederick Pierallini III pleaded guilty to accosting two Black women with a shotgun in separate hate crimes.…
April 25, 2024
St. Johns invites residents to learn about local government
The county is starting SJC 101, a citizen’s academy to educate people about how their government works.…
April 25, 2024
Kamala Harris headed to Jacksonville in abortion push
The vice president will campaign here Wednesday as Democrats try to make abortion a key issue in the 2024 elections.…
April 25, 2024
Jaxport gets federal grant to reduce truck emissions
The Talleyrand Marine Terminal is one of two port facilities in Florida that will share more than $8 million to…
April 25, 2024
Groups seek new review of North Florida redistricting
Voting rights groups say a plan pushed by Gov. Ron DeSantis was racially motivated.…
April 25, 2024
Wells Fargo Center sold to New York company
The tower, one of Jacksonville’s signature buildings, was sold with two parking garages for a combined $46.35 million.…
April 25, 2024
In Florida, an exodus from anti-immigrant sentiment
Florida’s tough immigration law has led many immgrants to flee the state. Those who remain live in fear.…
April 24, 2024
Windows smashed at 10 San Marco businesses
The smash-and-grab incidents caused about $29,000 in damage plus some stolen merchandise, police said.…
April 24, 2024
Roger Bansemer and Lynyrd Skynyrd join Florida Artists Hall of Fame
Bansemer is renowned for his public television series “Painting and Travel with Roger and Sarah Bansemer.” Skynyrd is known as…
April 24, 2024
Former Douglas Anderson teacher pleads guilty
Jeffrey Clayton admitted to touching a teenage student and uttering romantic feelings about her.…
April 24, 2024
Stadium deal could be ready by mid-May
City Council President Ron Salem says a series of public meeting then will be held to gather input on the…
April 24, 2024
Newfangled roundabout planned in Murray Hill
The Florida Department of Transportation plans an unusual bean-shaped roundabout with train tracks running through the middle of it.…
April 24, 2024
Fans urge Jacksonville council to preserve Sun-Ray Cinema
Sun-Ray is a tenant of the Five Points Theatre building, which is in line to be sold.…
April 24, 2024
Qualifying period begins for Florida congressional races
A lawsuit over a North Florida congressional district continues to work its way through the courts.…
April 24, 2024
Controversial San Marco storage project gets City Council OK
The 10-story building will include affordable housing, retail and a self-storage element, much to the frustration of many residents.…
April 23, 2024
Torch Run raises $3,300 for Special Olympics
The annual law enforcement run raised money for Special Olympics athletes who will compete at the state Summer Games in…
April 23, 2024
St. Augustine breathes life into neglected West City
The City of St. Augustine agreed April 22 to give some TLC to West City, a part of town that…
April 23, 2024
Jacksonville cop accused of crashing cruiser and fleeing
Officer John Burr was charged with leaving the scene of a crash involving injuries. He has resigned from the Jacksonville…
April 23, 2024
Battling hate crime: City leaders aim to triple penalties
New legislation in Jacksonville could triple fines and jail time for people who commit hate crimes.…
April 23, 2024
Jax dog shelter is desperate for foster homes
Animal Care and Protective Services needs foster homes for 60 dogs by Wednesday as repairs are made to the shelter’s…
April 23, 2024
Nonprofit may hold key to Duval literacy gaps
Students have improved their reading accuracy and comprehension after tutoring from READ USA, a literacy group based in Jacksonville.…
April 23, 2024
Six semifinalists picked for Duval Schools superintendent
Five men and one woman are semifinalists for superintendent of Duval County Public Schools.…
April 22, 2024
Video games could become a high school sport in Florida
The Florida High School Athletic Association is considering whether to sanction competitive video gaming, or esports, as an official sport.…