December 12, 2023St. Johns County judge could face reprimandJudge Casey Woolsey described herself as a conservative in phone messages to voters, a violation of judicial canons.…By News Service of Florida
December 11, 2023Jax Housing Authority CEO says he will remain at helm amid probeJacksonville Housing Authority CEO Dwayne Alexander, whose local low-income housing agency is under “investigation” by the city’s Office of the…By Casmira Harrison
December 11, 2023After 5 years, Jacksonville to unite with one MLK breakfastJacksonville’s two MLK breakfast events will join in a show of unity during a time of rising hate and intolerance.…By Steven Ponson
December 11, 2023Phoenix Arts & Innovation District begins constructionThe development, known as PHX JAX, will combine artist studios, gathering spaces, retail and restaurants in North Springfield.…By Randy Roguski
December 11, 2023Warmer winter may help citrus industry recoverProjections for the new crop are nearly 30% ahead of last season’s production, which was hammered by Hurricane Ian and…By Jim Turner - News Service of Florida
December 11, 2023What to expect with home insurance in 2024Florida Insurance Commissioner Michael Yaworsky provides tips to Floridians who face challenges with homeowners insurance.…By Gabriella Pinos - WUSF
December 11, 2023UF grad center in Jacksonville progresses quietlyMayor Donna Deegan says more than $60 million has been raised privately for the University of Florida campus dedicated to…By Ric Anderson - Jacksonville Daily Record
December 10, 2023Jacksonville City Council set to vote on eviction diversion program The Jacksonville City Council will vote Tuesday on a diversion program to keep the number of evictions down.…By Casmira Harrison
December 8, 2023Teamsters rally in Jacksonville in negotiations with Anheuser-BuschMore than 100 people attended a Teamsters rally organized ahead of the union’s negotiations with Anheuser-Busch InBev.…By Will Brown
December 8, 2023Thousands of Duval residents sign up for health insuranceThe number of people without health insurance has plummeted nearly 22% in Duval County in a month.…By Steven Ponson
December 8, 2023Spliff’s Gastropub identifies location in Atlantic BeachSpliff’s appears to have leased space at the Reef Retail Shopping Plaza along Mayport Road in Atlantic Beach.…By Karen Brune Mathis - Jacksonville Daily Record
December 8, 2023Former Jags employee admits he took money for gamblingThe attorney for Amit Patel said his client will plead guilty to charges of wire fraud and making illegal transactions.…By Anne Maxwell - News4Jax and Ariel Schiller - News4Jax
December 8, 2023Fernandina city manager was drinking before bike crashThe crash happened less than two months after Ty Ross was hired as Fernandina Beach city manager.…By Aaron Farrar - News4Jax
December 7, 2023City councilman seeks reform after mayor’s no-bid contractCouncilman Nick Howland is pushing legislation he calls the “Transparency for Taxpayers Act,” which would require a City Council vote on…By Casmira Harrison
December 7, 2023Sweet creations abound at Gingerbread ExtravaganzaIt’s sugar and spice and everything nice at the 21st annual Gingerbread Extravaganza at Old St. Andrews Church.…By Dan Scanlan
December 7, 2023Local veterans reflect on Pearl Harbor 82 years laterDozens of veterans and active duty service members came together Thursday in Atlantic Beach to remember the lives lost on…By Steven Ponson
December 7, 2023Jax airport moves military lounge in time for the holidaysThe lounge moved from a dark corner of the baggage claim area to the heavily traveled main concourse entrance.…By Dan Scanlan
December 7, 2023Weekend business picks up at Maple Street Biscuit Co.Maple Street used to be closed on Sundays but now opens seven days a week under Cracker Barrel’s ownership.…By Mark Basch - Jacksonville Daily Record
December 7, 2023Mid-century bank building may escape demolitionA group of Arlington residents wants the city to preserve the former Arlington Federal Savings and Loan building.…By Ric Anderson - Jacksonville Daily Record
December 7, 2023Former Jaguars employee accused of $22 million fraudAmit Patel is accused of using the team’s virtual credit card to buy a condo, Tesla, sports memorabilitia and a…By Kendra Mazeke - News4Jax
December 6, 2023St. Johns County commissioner censured for commentsCounty Commissioner Krista Joseph criticized public officials and promoted the next election. Collegues called her comments uncivil and overtly political.…By Dan Scanlan
December 6, 2023Holiday events could snarl traffic in Clay CountyClay County is preparing for multiple Christmas events on Saturday. The Sheriff’s Office is warning of “heavy, heavy traffic.”…By Dan Scanlan
December 6, 2023DeSantis seeks $1 million to sue over FSU football snubDeSantis said the money would allow FSU to sue the college playoff committee, even though the championship will be decided…By Carl Lisciandrello - WUSF
December 6, 2023Chow’s Country Buffet replaces closed Golden CorralThe owners spent $1 million to renovate the buffet, which now offers Asian and Southern cuisines.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record