12 hours ago
Jacksonville’s first Mormon temple sets groundbreaking
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will break ground for the temple on Jan. 24.…
13 hours ago
Nights of Lights parking worries some business owners
One change, in particular, is raising concerns about Nights of Lights. See what the debate is all about.…
13 hours ago
Jacksonville City Council to consider 2 bills for SNAP funding
The bills would provide financial support to Feeding Northeast Florida after cuts to federal SNAP benefits.…
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15 hours ago
Genesys Works puts Duval high schoolers in jobs
The workforce development program places Duval County students in internship jobs with major employers.…
16 hours ago
Harris Teeter plans grocery in East Arlington
Harris Teeter expects to start construction in the spring at northwest Atlantic and Kernan boulevards.…
1 day ago
Donations sought to restore Peg Leg Pete in Fernandina
A fundraiser aims to raise $23,000 to repair the Peg Leg Pete statue and return it to the waterfront.…
2 days ago
Florida seeks to expand Atlantic red snapper season
The state is asking the federal government for permission to oversee red snapper fishing off Florida’s East Coast.…
2 days ago
Jax lawmaker proposes oath for college instructors
Sen. Clay Yarborough filed a bill requiring that administrators and instructors pledge to serve as positive role models.…
2 days ago
Stunt pilot mourned after crash at Keystone Airport
Warren Cilliers was considered an exceptional pilot and talented mechanic. The cause of the crash is unknown.…
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2 days ago
Unseasonable cold blast moves into Florida: What to expect
Temperatures will be about 20 degrees below average starting Tuesday morning. How long will it last?…
2 days ago
Jax City Council to consider emergency aid as food banks see surge in demand
The Jacksonville City Council is expected to consider emergency legislation this week that would devote local dollars to help fill…
November 7, 2025
Jags reportedly pick Orlando for home games in 2027
An Orlando city commissioner says the Jaguars will play at Camping World Stadium while EverBank Stadium is renovated.…
November 7, 2025
Potential Hard Rock Hotel could seek public incentives
Developers outlined at least $40 million in incentives for a possible Hard Rock on the Northbank.…
November 7, 2025
The next step on the riverfront: Shipyards West Park
Groundbreaking is planned next year on Shipyards West, one of many areas under development on the Northbank.…
November 7, 2025
No decision reached on Beach Boulevard slaughterhouse
The Jacksonville Planning Commission took a tie vote on whether Apna Bazar can expand with a slaughterhouse.…
November 6, 2025
Pinellas radio station argues 1st Amendment case in Jax
The radio station, Black Power 96, says Pinellas County withheld COVID relief funds for racial reasons.…
November 6, 2025
Flight cutbacks could crimp travel at Jacksonville airport
Jacksonville travelers could enounter complications because of flight reductions ordered at other airports.…
November 6, 2025
What to do if the government shutdown cancels your flight
See whether you’re entitled to a refund if your flight is canceled or delayed in the shutdown.…
November 6, 2025
St. Johns commission rejects 205-home development
A developer sought to resurrect a plan for homes on farmland off County Road 214.…
November 6, 2025
‘Polar vortex’ to bring Florida an early taste of winter
Frigid air will bring winter-like temperatures to Florida for Veterans Day. But what is the polar vortex, exactly?…
November 6, 2025
WHAT TO DO | Lincolnville Festival; Jacksonville PorchFest; Super Girl Surf Festival
The Lincolnville Festival in St. Augustine, PorchFest in Springfield and the Super Girl Surf Festival at Jacksonville Beach are What…
November 5, 2025
Jaxsons face food decisions amid SNAP reductions
The Duval Care Coalition connects people affected by SNAP reductions with organizations that provide food.…
November 5, 2025
JEA responds to government shutdown by halting late fees
JEA also will also ease criteria for struggling customers to qualify for payment extensions.…
November 5, 2025
Photographer turns back time to capture the outdoors
Photographer Matt Keene documents vulnerable ecosystems using an old-fashioned method called tintypes.…
November 5, 2025
Duval DOGE questions autonomous vehicle program
Some members of the Jacksonville City Council want to rethink funding for the autonomous vehicle program.…
November 5, 2025
St. Johns County seeks input from agriculture leaders
A new agriculture advisory board will give farmers a seat at the table during important county decisions.…
November 5, 2025
Legislation would extend ban on oil drilling off Florida
The American Shores Protection Act would ban new oil and gas drilling in federal waters.…
November 5, 2025
Jacksonville may expand sidewalk dining Downtown
City Council is considering legislation that would allow sidewalk dining throughout Downtown instead of in select areas.…
November 5, 2025
Lawsuit challenges parking permits for pregnant women
A new state law allows pregnant women to use parking spaces reserved for people with disabilities.…
November 5, 2025
Duval Schools HQ to move to Baymeadows after School Board reverses course
Duval Schools HQ on the Southbank will be sold in the move to a building on the Southside, following a…
November 4, 2025
Sporting Jax lands men’s head coach as 2026 season nears
Veteran Scottish coach Liam Fox will lead the Sporting Jax mens team when it opens play next year.…
November 4, 2025
Duval Schools lobbying Tallahassee for Schools of Hope changes
State lawmakers allowed Schools of Hope charters to colocate in district schools, which a Duval School Board member says is…
November 4, 2025
ICARE and city pledge to revive affordable housing fund
The fund would provide incentives for developers to create more affordable housing.…
November 4, 2025
St. Johns County could charge developers a conservation fee
The impact fee, phased in over five years, would pay for acquiring sensitive conservation land.…
November 4, 2025
Pratt Funeral Home will be reborn as ‘The Raven’
The Raven, a lodging establishment, will feature 13 rooms with kitchenettes and laundry facilities plus a pool.…
November 4, 2025
Clay County couple makes last-minute bid to save Marineland
Barbara and Jon Rubel want permission of a bankruptcy court to continue operating Marineland.…
November 4, 2025
King tides could lead to coastal flooding this week
The pull of the full moon will produce another round of king tides and flooding, especially along the coast.…
November 3, 2025
Wolfson granted millions of dollars to fight pediatric cancer
Wolfson Children’s Hospital is one of four health care facilities to earn state grants for pediatric cancer research.…
November 3, 2025
New fees raise concern about future of Downtown Art Walk
Some Art Walk vendors worry that fewer artists will participate and the number of visitors will decline.…
November 3, 2025
Here’s how November’s weather could play out
Historically, La Niña Novembers have featured below-average rainfall and only brief cold snaps.…
October 31, 2025
After brief freeze, Jax council approves $750K for JaxUSA
The JaxUSA Partnership must account precisely for how it spends the money to market the city.…
October 31, 2025
Lawmakers sort through proposals to eliminate property taxes
The Legislature and Gov. Ron DeSantis are sniping at each other over how to reduce property taxes in Florida.…