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11 minutes ago
Monday is deadline to update voter registration for August primary
In addition to new Florida voters, people who want to switch their political party also have until Monday.…
2 hours ago
Florida’s midsummer report card: Widespread heat, uneven rainfall
Several Florida cities are experiencing an exceptionally warm summer. Rainfall has varied across the state.…
18 hours ago
Jacksonville write-in candidate accused of threatening to kill Trump
Prosecutors say discharged Marine William L. Upham posted a video calling President Trump “the enemy of God.”…
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1 day ago
What comes after book bans? Clay County Schools questions traditional libraries
After removing hundreds of books, Clay County is debating the purpose of high school libraries.…
2 days ago
Florida housing officials consider work requirements for most aid programs
Housing authority officials across Florida are learning about restrictions proposed by the Trump administration.…
2 days ago
Jacksonville Alphas provide voter information ahead of August primary
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. held a voter education forum to spur turnout ahead of the 2026 election season.…
2 days ago
Weather system near Northeast Florida has low chance for tropical development
But the area of low pressure could produce heavy rain and thunderstorms over the next several days.…
2 days ago
Jacksonville police officer charged with punching handcuffed suspect
Patrol Officer Shane Saydek faces termination after he was accused of hitting an extremely intoxicated suspect.…
2 days ago
Culinary Institute of America picks Jacksonville for Southeast hub
City officials believe the culinary institute will transform Downtown into a destination for tourists and businesses.…
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Perspectives is home to opinion writing that adds context and unique viewpoints on local issues. These columns are separate from our newsroom reporting but contribute to the civic conversation in Jacksonville. We welcome ideas and submissions from community members who want to share their voices. Want to submit your own column on a matter of public interest? Email pitches to jessica@jaxtoday.org.
3 days ago
Tractor-trailer hits and kills man running from ICE in St. Augustine
The death came amid increased scrutiny of ICE after agents shot and killed two people in other states.…
3 days ago
Fire Rescue unit stolen from Main Street fire station in Jacksonville
Someone walked into the fire station, started up the rescue vehicle and drove off. Police stopped him 5 miles away.…
July 14, 2026
Duval School Board election could bring shift in board’s ideology
The election could lead to an ideological shift for a board with a strongly conservative majority.…
July 14, 2026
#AskJAXTDY | Why does Overalls Farm get so many citations?
A Jacksonville Today reader wonders why Overalls Farms has had so much trouble getting approval to operate.…
July 14, 2026
How Florida’s property tax amendment could reshape funding for public hospitals
Reduced tax revenue could force health systems to make difficult decisions about the services they provide.…
July 13, 2026
Q&A | City Council president talks about spending, property taxes and Cecil Airport
Jacksonville City Council President Nick Howland talked with Jacksonville Today about the next year at City Hall.…
July 13, 2026
Can a prisoner be too old to execute? Average age on death row is rising
The last person executed in Florida was 74 years old, and several on death row are in their 80s.…
July 10, 2026
Sulzbacher begins construction on next phase of Enterprise Village
Sulzbacher is expanding its services in housing, healthcare and job training for people without homes.…
July 10, 2026
St. Johns lawmaker suggests replacement for accused commissioners
State Rep. Kim Kendall has written to the governor in the event he removes the two commissioners from office.…
July 10, 2026
Daily’s gas station in Fruit Cove rejected again as residents protest
The St. Johns County Planning and Zoning Board voted unanimously to deny the Daily’s proposal.…
July 10, 2026
Q&A | Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters discusses the jail, police shootings and more
Sheriff T.K. Waters sat down with Jacksonville Today to talk about his department halfway through 2026.…
July 10, 2026
Extreme heat: Most of Florida continues under heat advisory and dusty conditions
Saharan dust and a high pressure system will bring dangerous heat throughout the weekend.…
July 9, 2026
EverBank renews lease to keep headquarters in Downtown Jacksonville
EverBank had requested incentives to remain Downtown, saying it was more expensive than a suburban location.…
July 9, 2026
Cold case solved: 70-year-old man arrested in woman’s 1987 death
Melissa Ellison was clubbed to death with a fire log in her Westside home. Her young daughter was uninjured.…
July 9, 2026
Strengthening El Niño could signal early end to Florida’s rainy season
Several forecast models project below-average precipitation during the second half of summer.…
July 9, 2026
WHAT TO DO | Comic Con + IC3; Duval Day; Sundays at Stetson’s
Two comic book fests in one on the Westside, Duval Day in Moncrief, and folk music amidst nature in Fruit…
July 9, 2026
Long-abandoned Sax Seafood & Grill building could come down soon
The Downtown Investment Authority board will consider a proposal to demolish the partially built Sax Seafood building.…
July 9, 2026
A Florida airport is officially renamed for Trump. What does he stand to gain?
The Trump Organization says he won’t get royalties from the renaming, but legal experts see potential loopholes.…
July 8, 2026
Duval Schools investigated ‘list’ of Douglas Anderson teachers 5 years after student sent it
Five years after receiving an email that named 12 Douglas Anderson teachers alleged of sexual abuse, records show DCPS investigated…
July 8, 2026
Historic Black church in Palatka is recognized on National Register
The 143-year-old church was described as one of the most significant African American churches in Florida.…
July 8, 2026
Forecasters scale back storm predictions for this hurricane season
Colorado State University and AccuWeather both reduced the number of tropical storms and hurricanes they expect.…
July 8, 2026
Fernandina Beach imposes new rules to rein in reckless e-bikers
The ordinance allows only human power on sidewalks and limits e-bikes to 10 mph on paths and trails.…
July 8, 2026
Jacksonville under heat advisory as dangerous temperatures return
The heat index in Northeast Florida could reach as high as 112 degrees, and heat advisories are possible all week.…
July 7, 2026
Former gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum faces drug charges in Alabama
Police said they found marijuana cigarettes and suspected methamphetamine in Gillum’s car.…
July 7, 2026
Federal court halts Florida law banning ‘woke’ instruction in universities
The court said the state’s “Stop WOKE Act” sought to ban unpopular ideas from public discourse.…
July 7, 2026
St. Johns County officeholders charged in connection with fake voter guide
Three elected officials are accused of circulating a fake Republican voter guide ahead of the 2024 election.…
July 7, 2026
Jake Gordon to step down as CEO after 11 years at Downtown Vision Inc.
Gordon said it was time for new perspectives at Downtown Vision, a nonprofit that aims to revitalize Downtown.…
July 7, 2026
Chick-fil-A opens lunch counter to test market in Downtown Jacksonville
Chick-fil-A is exploring an expansion at Jax Tower at 50 North., the former Bank of America Tower.…
July 7, 2026
Saharan dust is floating toward Florida, which can be good and bad
A plume of Saharan dust will arrive this week, causing storm chances to drop and temperatures to soar.…
July 6, 2026
Legal changes will ease prosecution of people who fail to report child abuse
The law changes the statute of limitations for people like teachers who are required to report any abuse they suspect.…
July 6, 2026
European Street Café to open 4th site at Riverfront Plaza in Downtown
The restaurant will open in the second phase of Riverfront Plaza, which is under construction.…
July 6, 2026
From Einstein to Captain Kirk: Manuscript museum opens in St. Augustine
The new Karpeles Manuscript Museum is the home base for more than 1 million historical documents.…
July 6, 2026
#AskJAXTDY | Can you still join Jacksonville’s Park Safety Council?
The Park Safety Council has struggled to reach a quorum in recent years. A Jacksonville Today reader wants to help.…