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Medical records contradict Sheriff’s Office on jail death
Doctors said there was no evidence Charles Faggart used fentanyl or had a seizure at the Duval County jail.…
20 hours ago
Jax Shrimp return to friendly confines of VyStar Park
The Jumbo Shrimp’s 21-12 record through six weeks is their best since becoming a Triple-A affiliate of the Miami Marlins…
21 hours ago
Jax Beach bans smoking and vaping on the beach
Jacksonville Beach joined Atlantic and Neptune beaches in prohibiting smoking on the sand.…
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22 hours ago
Students with disabilities connect with art at the Cummer
For 30 years, the museum has opened its doors for a unique hands-on program for exceptional education students.…
23 hours ago
3rd option proposed to acquire building for UF campus
City Council member Nick Howland proposed a new option for acquiring the Interline Brands building in LaVilla.…
23 hours ago
Former Mayor Alvin Brown is out as NTSB vice chair
Brown was the latest of several Democrats that President Donald Trump has fired from federal agencies.…
1 day ago
St. Johns County approves 300 townhomes near CR 210
Despite concerns, county commissioners said the project was more acceptable than other possibilities.…
2 days ago
St. Johns River Ferry sidelined after hitting boarding ramp
No one was injured in the incident, JTA said. The ferry will resume service once repairs are complete.…
2 days ago
10 takeaways from Florida’s legislative session
Here are issues that passed, failed or remain up in the air after the 2025 session.…
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2 days ago
Atlantic Beach now under rabies alert after coyote attacks
A rabid coyote is suspected of attacking four people last week. Atlantic Beach police shot it.…
2 days ago
UF plans to hire away president from University of Michigan
A search committee picked Santa Ono as the sole finalist for the president’s job at the University of Florida.…
2 days ago
Lawmakers add restrictions to ballot initiative process
It could become harder to get issues on the ballot, but proponents say the reforms will reduce fraud.…
May 2, 2025
MOSH to close until new museum opens on Northbank
MOSH plans to continue community outreach while it prepares for a larger museum on the Northbank.…
May 2, 2025
99% of Florida is in a drought, and it’s getting worse
Northeast Florida ranges from abnormally dry to a severe drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.…
May 2, 2025
KIPP Bold City celebrates its first graduating class
KIPP Bold City High School opened in 2021. The Westside charter celebrated its first graduating class during a May 1…
May 2, 2025
Lawmakers put reins on boating inspections
A bill sent to the governor would block law enforcement from boarding vessels without probable cause.…
May 2, 2025
See how Trump’s funding cuts could affect your school district
Data from the Economic Policy Institute shows how cuts could affect every district in Florida.…
May 2, 2025
C&S Wholesale will lay off 490 and close Baldwin warehouse
All employees, including 132 drivers, will lose their jobs over two weeks beginning July 4.…
May 2, 2025
Jacksonville Journey supports READ USA after federal cuts
The Jacksonville Journey Forward board will allocate $30,000 to READ USA to help the nonprofit continue its services.…
May 2, 2025
Florida Senate revives medical malpractice bill
Sen. Clay Yarborough of Jacksonville sponsored the bill to allow more people to pursue claims.…
May 1, 2025
Lawmakers vote to block development at state parks
A bill intended to keep golf courses and lodges from being built in state parks is headed to Gov. Ron…
May 1, 2025
Coyote found dead in Atlantic Beach; city remains cautious
The city is investigating four reported attacks on residents Tuesday and Wednesday.…
May 1, 2025
‘Agrihood’ development may reemerge in St. Johns County
The County Commission rejected the development in November, but the developer is proposing changes.…
May 1, 2025
Legislature eases financial burden on condo owners
Sen. Jennifer Bradley of Fleming Island shepherded a revamp of condo laws in the Senate.…
April 30, 2025
WHAT TO DO | Ghost Funk Orchestra; Isle of 8 Flags Shrimp Festival; Romanza Festivale
An indie R&B/soul concert Downtown, Fernandina Beach’s Shrimp Fest and St. Augustine’s Romanza Festivale are What to do May 2-4,…
April 30, 2025
Florida wrestles with banning phones in more schools
Many parents object to the possibility that phones could be banned for the entire school day.…
April 30, 2025
Jailers say inmate had no visible injuries. Photos show otherwise.
A Duval jail inmate claims her face was severely injured when jailers threw her to the ground.…
April 30, 2025
Police must stop enforcing immigration law, judge says
A federal judge says Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier wrongly told local police to ignore a freeze on the law.…
April 30, 2025
Legislature votes to repeal later school start times
School districts objected after the state prevented high schools from starting earlier than 8:30 a.m.…
April 30, 2025
Mockingbird keeps its perch as Florida’s state bird
The mockingbird held off challenges in the Capitol for a fourth consecutive year to unseat it as Florida’s state bird.…
April 29, 2025
Jimmy Buffett license plate could hit the streets soon
The Margaritaville license plate needs 3,000 preorders to be sold to the public. It’s only 200 short.…
April 29, 2025
St. Augustine nixes sculpture after spending $87K on it
A sculpture won’t be constructed after all in the busy intersection of San Marco Avenue and May Street.…
April 29, 2025
Jacksonville gets help to expand economic opportunities
The city is one of 20 selected for the Southern Cities Economic Initiative, which aims to boost residents’ economic mobility.…
April 29, 2025
Thieves swipe football gear from Terry Parker High
Thieves stole helmets, cleats, flat-screen TVs and more from Terry Parker High School’s football field house.…
April 29, 2025
Senate approves restrictions on ‘intrusive’ boating checks
But chances of the proposal becoming law are in doubt because the House has not acted.…
April 29, 2025
Prayer case involving Jax school heads to Supreme Court
Cambridge Christian in Tampa was not allowed to broadcast a prayer before a game with University Christian of Jacksonville.…
April 28, 2025
JAXPORT says it’s too early to judge the effect of tariffs
No shippers have canceled at JaxPort since the Trump administration announced 10% across-the-board tariffs.…
April 28, 2025
#AskJAXTDY | Why can’t we use public streets at RiversEdge?
A Jacksonville Today reader asks why people can’t use the public roads in the new SouthBank development.…
April 28, 2025
More Canadians are canceling their trips to Florda
Florida’s tourism industry is suffering as Canadians react to the policies of President Donald Trump.…
April 28, 2025
Learn about oyster harvesting Tuesday in St. Augustine
FWC is traveling the state to talk about existing regulations and how they might change. …
April 25, 2025
St. Johns superintendent search has four finalists
All four finalists are from Northeast Florida — two from St. Johns County Schools and two from Duval.…
April 25, 2025
Making way for manatees in the St. Johns River
A committee is studying how to protect manatees while supporting recreational and commercial uses of the river.…