April 3, 2024
Mayor Donna Deegan appointed Yanira “Yaya” Cardona to build a bridge between the city and the Hispanic community.…
April 3, 2024
Publix plans to hire 150 at new warehouse
The grocer is developing a frozen foods warehouse in West Jacksonville that will serve Florida, Alabama, Georgia and South Carolina.…
April 3, 2024
Permit issued for cafe at new Riverfront Plaza
The city issued a permit to build the cafe’s shell on the former Jacksonville Landing site. Interior work will be…
April 3, 2024
Jacksonville woman finds squatters in her home
Patti Peeples helped prompt a tougher Florida law against people who move into homes and refuse to leave.…
April 3, 2024
US 17 bridge to close Thursday at Florida-Georgia line
The historic St. Marys Bridge on U.S. 17 will be closed for inspections from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.…
April 3, 2024
#AskJAXTDY l Was it cheaper to open a fire station in a renovated home?
A Jacksonville Today reader wonders how much it would have cost to build a new marine fire station instead of…
April 3, 2024
Planned Parenthood prepares for 6-week abortion ban
Centers in North Florida and elswhere have been working for months to strengthen partnerships with health centers in other states.…
April 2, 2024
Duval consolidates 2 elementary schools, but gives parents extra year to prepare
R.V. Daniels Elementary in Northwest Jacksonville will be consolidated with R.L. Brown Gifted and Talented Academy after the 2024-25 school…
April 2, 2024
St. Johns County spends big on parks
One of Florida’s fastest growing counties is making a big investment in new parks and trails.…
April 2, 2024
Strong spring storm system moves toward Jacksonville
Scattered strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to move toward Jacksonville near sunrise Wednesday, with a slight possibility of 60…
April 2, 2024
Advocates bring awareness to rampant sexual violence
Dozens of community leaders gathered Tuesday to kick off Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Jacksonville.…
April 2, 2024
Jax Beach decides against moratorium on events
City Council rejected an ordinance that would have put a moratorium on special event permits in response to three shootings…
April 2, 2024
After 28 years, the murder of a Jacksonville mom is solved
A man in North Carolina has been arrested in the slaying of 31-year-old Valerie Ames in 1996.…
April 2, 2024
Jacksonville panel seeks more multifamily housing
A City Council committee took a preliminary step Monday toward identifying areas that are suitable for higher-density housing.…
April 2, 2024
Democrats could benefit from abortion and marijuana votes
The two issues are widely expected to boost turnout among voters who feel strongly about both matters, particularly suburban women…
April 2, 2024
Florida voting advocates fight to keep voting rolls accurate
Florida left the Electronic Voter Registration System last year. Now an election watch group says ERIC was the best way…
April 1, 2024
Voters will decide whether to guarantee abortion rights
The Florida Supreme Court approved an abortion rights amendment for the ballot, but the court also allowed a six-week abortion…
April 1, 2024
Recreational marijuana is going on the ballot
A divided Florida Supreme Court approved placing a proposed constitutional amendment on the ballot in November.…
April 1, 2024
Tell St. Johns County what’s on your mind
St. Johns County and the St. Augustine Police Department want residents to share their opinions this month in two online…
April 1, 2024
ARC opens home for people with intellectual disabilities
The ARC Jacksonville created The Lodges to provide independent living along with mental health support.…
April 1, 2024
Sheriffs tout arrests by sex trafficking task force
A multicounty sex crimes task force has made 31 arrests and investigated hundreds of tips since it was created a…
April 1, 2024
Watch out: Gator mating season is approaching
Alligator “courtship” begins in early April, followed by mating season in May or June. Gators can become more aggressive at…
April 1, 2024
Fresh Market seeks to add spirits in Ponte Vedra Beach
Plans show The Fresh Market plans to add a coffee bar and also requests approval for the on-site sale and…
April 1, 2024
Jumpin’ Jax closes Downtown as it searches for new site
The resaurant intends to reopen in another Downtown location in the central city or the Gateway Jax area of the…