September 13, 2023
Though it it comes as an affront to the immoral imbalance of white supremacy, disenfranchisement and early death be damned.…
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September 12, 2023
THE JAXSON | 4 mass transit projects comparable to the U2C in price
Here are 4 mass transit projects that were recently completed for a similar cost per mile to Jacksonville’s proposed Skyway…
September 11, 2023
OPINION | What St. Johns County teaches us about affordable housing
Even with proven, successful ways to provide affordable housing, funding at the state and local levels is not nearly strong…
September 10, 2023
SPORTS | It wasn’t pretty, but Jags win opener
The Jaguars won their season opener against the Indianapolis Colts, but the box score looked better than the Jaguars’ performance.…
September 7, 2023
OPINION | Deegan, DeFoor and the paradox of change
Mayor Deegan’s war with the City Council will only alienate her against Council leadership, opinion columnist Andrew Moss says.…
September 4, 2023
OPINION | The ultimate pragmatist: E. Denise Lee’s inclusive politics
We need Denise Lee’s clarity of vision to be actualized by a new generation, her ability to unify people who…
August 30, 2023
OPINION | Time to cut bait on JTA’s driverless Skyway replacement
There are other options for public transit that are cheaper, carry more passengers and are available right now. …
August 28, 2023
OPINION | This hate is ours to hold
I didn’t want to write this, but here I am using my words to process a pain that runs too…
August 27, 2023
SPORTS | After unbeaten preseason, are Jaguars ready to contend for a title?
There’s almost nothing more that the Jaguars would have wanted to accomplish with their starters in the preseason finale on…
August 22, 2023
OPINION | No sleep till Milwaukee: A Republican presidential debate preview
Ron DeSantis must show the American people the aggressiveness and ability to confound his opponents that elevated his national profile.…
August 21, 2023
OPINION | Jacksonville isn’t Ron DeSantis’ town anymore
What’s clear is that Ron DeSantis has taken his eye off Jacksonville — like the rest of the state — and…
August 20, 2023
SPORTS | What we learned from the second Jaguars preseason game
Only two Jaguars who are expected to be starters got playing time in Saturday’s preseason game against Detroit.…
August 16, 2023
OPINION | Resiliency begins with us
Will we look back and say we did our best on an individual level to fight climate change?…
August 13, 2023
SPORTS | Canadian Minshew? Jaguars’ third-string QB Rourke opening eyes
After Nathan Rourke’s performance in Dallas, will the Jaguars keep three quarterbacks on the active roster?…
August 9, 2023
OPINION | Al Ferraro’s appointment deserves scrutiny
What makes Mayor Deegan’s appointment of Al Ferraro to lead the city’s Neighborhoods Department, so baffling.…
August 8, 2023
OPINION | 6 recommendations for JTA’s new LaVilla facility
A Jacksonville Transportation Authority facility planned for LaVilla doesn’t align with the vision for Downtown. These 6 recommendations could fix…
August 7, 2023
OPINION | Is it a purge? Donna Deegan separates from the Lenny Curry era
Mayor Donna Deegan has made some moves that show a dramatic break with the previous administration. But not all of…
August 6, 2023
SPORTS | Will Jaguars’ pass rush be a difference-maker this season?
With some of the opposing quarterbacks on the roster, the Jaguars’ defense will need to pull its weight.…
July 30, 2023
SPORTS | Trevor Lawrence is stepping toward superstardom
Trevor Lawrence has already shown signs of growth as he enters a new season in a stronger place than last…
July 23, 2023
OPINION | VP Harris exposed DeSantis’ weakness
VP Harris spoke truths about Gov. Ron DeSantis that Florida’s disempowered Democrats lack the platform to fully get over on…
July 19, 2023
OPINION | New African American history standards eschew context
The prevailing narrative of Florida’s new social studies standards, and in our country writ large, is that Black Americans are…
July 18, 2023
OPINION | The Downtown jail fallacy
It’s possible to create a much more active and vibrant Downtown Jacksonville even without moving the jail.…
July 11, 2023
OPINION | Downtown revival: Crafting a plan for city-owned properties
Here’s a look at a few key Downtown properties that, with a little vision, could serve as catalysts to boost…
July 10, 2023
OPINION | Covering Deegan: News media will face special challenge in covering a friendly face
Donna Deegan presents a unique challenge for local media, many of whom have known her as a friend for a…