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Suspected serial rapist arrested after three decades

Advances in DNA testing led to the arrest of Calvin Dumas, 68. Police said he attacked women in their homes…

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NIL deals approved for high school athletes

The Florida Board of Education allowed high school athletes to make money through endorsements and other kinds of deals.…

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New high-rise could become Jacksonville’s tallest building

Cross Regions Group is working with the Downtown Investment Authority on a condo tower next to Riverfront Plaza.…

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Mixed Fillings Pie Shop is closing in Five Points

Owners said it was “time for a new chapter in our journey.” Preorders can still be placed for July and…

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Southbank high-rise headed to council

Jacksonville City Council will consider $58.79 million in incentives for The Related Group project.…

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Prosecutors seek years in prison for former JEA CEO

Aaron Zahn will be sentenced July 30 for conspiracy and wire fraud in a scheme to sell JEA.…

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Members sought for first LGBTQ+ Advisory Board

Applications are open until Aug. 9 for the mayor’s inaugural LGBTQ+ Advisory Board…

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Nathanson a no-show at Duval School Board District 3 candidate forum

Rebecca “Becky Nathanson” and Cindy Person are running to represent District 3 on the Duval County School Board.…

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July 23, 2024

Intracoastal West residents face $4,500 annual tax that many say was a surprise

Opponents say what started as a petition to “explore” dredging Hogpen Creek for boating now threatens to price them out…

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July 23, 2024

Here are the new rules on kids and social media

The state has published details about how it will carry out a new law aimed at keeping young children off…

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July 23, 2024

Is it time to discuss razing the Laura Street Trio?

Some City Council members say the option should be considered if it makes more sense than restoring the buildings.…

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July 23, 2024

Jacksonville weighs incentives for Rise Doro rebuild

The Mayor’s Budget Review Committee voted Monday to advance legislation for $15.45 million in incentives…

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July 23, 2024

St. Augustine residents may get higher tax bills

City commissioners are proposing to leave the tax rate the same, but rising property values would lead to higher taxes.…

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July 22, 2024

Jacksonville unveils 12-point plan to battle homelessness

The city’s plan attacks homelessness on multiple fronts and carries out a new state law that bans camping on public…

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July 22, 2024

San Jose Boulevard reopens after water main repair

Some lanes were closed July 8 as JEA repaired a water main 25 feet below the road.…

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July 22, 2024

Florida has $18.9 million to spend on homeless students

States have until Sept. 30 to use money distributed through the American Rescue Plan.…

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July 22, 2024

Wildlight plans 500-home community in Nassau County

Wildlight, a master planned community, will have 24,000 homes when fully built out.…

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July 22, 2024

Gate Precast moving its headquarters Downtown

The company, purchased by the Wells Cos., will move to 245 Riverside Ave. in Brooklyn.…

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July 22, 2024

Whiskey Cake targets October opening at Town Center

The former Ida Claire restaurant is undergoing extensive renovations for Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar.…

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July 21, 2024

Danger Will Robinson: Robots rule in sci-fi museum

Collector Ozzie Bilotta has amassed a $7 million assortment of robots, vintage toys and science fiction artifacts.…

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July 19, 2024

Voter registration deadline looms for primary election

The deadline to register to vote or change your party affiliation before the Aug. 20 primary election in Florida is…

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July 19, 2024

St. Johns rum producer plans restaurant and distillery

The Madi Rum development would be built on 6 acres on State Road 207, west of Interstate 95.…

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July 19, 2024

St. Marys Bridge will shut down next week for routine repairs

Traffic will be detoured from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday at the Florida-Georgia border.…

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July 19, 2024

UF president suddenly resigns, citing wife’s health

University of Florida President Ben Sasse will leave his job July 31, 17 months after taking the position.…

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July 19, 2024

DeSantis’ veto of beach bill roils environmentalists

Supporters said the bill would have protected the health of beachgoers. The Legislature approved the bill unanimously.…

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July 19, 2024

Florida Tropical Training Week: Get prepared with the pros

Meteorologists from the National Weather Service will prepare workshop participants for the most active weeks of this hurricane season.…

Featured image for “Keiser’s new simulator trains students for police careers”
July 18, 2024

Keiser’s new simulator trains students for police careers

Keiser University in Jacksonville uses a new interactive simulator to put students in active shooter situations or other crises they…

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July 18, 2024

Feeding Northeast Florida opens expanded space

The area’s largest food bank says its renovated facility will help meet a growing need for food.…

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July 18, 2024

Former shipyard could be redeveloped on Intracoastal

Apartments, a restaurant and a marina are proposed on the land on Atlantic Boulevard.…

Featured image for “Long-awaited widening begins on Old Middleburg Road”
July 18, 2024

Long-awaited widening begins on Old Middleburg Road

Residents have been waiting more than two decades for the road to be widened from two lanes to four.…

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July 18, 2024

Bringing ’em back: Jags introduce throwback uniforms

In celebration of their 30th anniversary, the Jaguars are introducing “Prowler Throwbacks,” a uniform based on their first year in…

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July 17, 2024

#AskJAXTDY | Who’s behind mailers in School Board District 3 race?

Political action committees and parties can spend unlimited money to support candidates — even in school board races, which have…

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July 17, 2024

Summer at the Cummer returns this week

Summer at the Cummer offers free admission to the museum and gardens with live music, games and art-making activities.…