February 13, 2024
Barnett’s Subdivision is a small neighborhood within the larger Durkeeville community that has a very rich history.…
February 13, 2024
DeSantis wants to ‘drop the hammer’ on retail thieves
Gov. Ron DeSantis proposed legislation to increase the penalties on retail thieves and porch pirates.…
February 13, 2024
Nonprofit merger helps fill need for menstrual products
Feeding Northeast Florida has merged with longtime partner Renewing Dignity, which works to eliminate “period poverty.”…
February 13, 2024
Duval hopes to hire schools superintendent by July
The Duval School Board suspended its search for a superintendent in October due to a shortage of qualified applicants. The…
February 13, 2024
Jacksonville International Auto Show rumbles into town
The 38th annual Jacksonville International Auto Show will take place Friday through Sunday at the Prime Osborn Convention Center.…
February 13, 2024
#AskJAXTDY | What are road crews doing along Arlington Expressway?
A Jacksonville Today reader wonders why a service road along the Arlington Expressway has been closed.…
February 13, 2024
ARTS PICKS | Feb. 16-18
Romantic symphony music, a quietly moving play and blues music in St. Augustine are this week’s Arts Picks.…
February 13, 2024
Jacksonville Zoo’s geriatric giraffe has died
Spock was one of two animals to die at the zoo this week of age-related issues. The other was a…
February 12, 2024
Former Jacksonville teacher could lose license over Black Lives Matter flag
Amy Donofrio displayed a Black Lives Matter flag at Riverside High School and anti-Confederacy face masks.…
February 12, 2024
Utility lineworkers will test their skills at Metro Park
The public is invited to set up lawn chairs and munch on food truck fare as lineworkers demonstrate their skill…
February 12, 2024
Nonprofit recognized for sustainable housing efforts
The Northeast Florida Builders Association recognized Ability Housing for its sustainable housing efforts.…
February 12, 2024
Law could make it easier to remove squatters from homes
After hearing horror stories of property being taken over by squatters, the Florida Legislature is taking action.…
February 12, 2024
Advocates worry more public schools could become charters
A legislative bill would allow muncipalities to apply to convert public schools within city boundaries into charters.…
February 12, 2024
Remote work leaves more offices vacant Downtown
Office vacancies are the highest they’ve been since 2014 — up to 25.1% on the Northbank.…
February 12, 2024
Opposition growing against ethics legislation
Opponents say a bill moving through the Florida Legislature would make it easier for corrupt politicians to get away with…
February 11, 2024
OPINION | Did white supremacists kill the Confederate monument bill?
If the bill is dead, thank the loud-mouthed racists who got it through the Senate’s head what monument-protection bills are…
February 9, 2024
Jacksonville’s new planning director lays out his mission
R. Brett James, a former Navy civilian director, took over this week as Jacksonville’s chief of planning and development.…
February 9, 2024
Flag football booming as Jaguars invest in girls sports
Every public high school in Duval County fields a flag football team, and Florida is one of seven states with…
February 9, 2024
New Boeing facility will bring hundreds of jobs
The maintenance facility at Cecil Airport will help Boeing serve military customers including the U.S. Navy and U.S Air Force.…
February 9, 2024
Rise considers redesign for burned Doro apartments
The developer of the Rise Doro apartment building is “very committed” to rebuilding the structure, says Lori Boyer of the…
February 9, 2024
Florida lawmakers seek stricter penalties for street racing
Laws enacted in 2022 have not eliminated “street takeovers.” A new bill aims to end the illegal activity once and…
February 8, 2024
11-year-old arrested after bringing loaded gun to school
A police report says the boy wanted to kill another student. The 9 mm handgun belongs to his mother.…
February 8, 2024
10 big issues at mid-session mark for Florida Legislature
Florida’s annual 60-day legislative session reached its halfway point Wednesday. Here are updates on 10 big issues in the session.…
February 8, 2024
National Hurricane Center releases new forecast cone
The National Hurricane Center will implement a new experimental cone graphic to display critical watches and warnings for inland counties…