June 16, 2024
Ultimately, it’s all but certain that Duval will be represented by two Democrats and five Republicans after the fall elections.…
June 14, 2024
Former Douglas Anderson teacher sentenced to 10 years
Jeffery Clayton, a former vocal teacher, was convicted of lewd behavior with a student.…
June 14, 2024
Baptist opening emergency room in St. Augustine
Baptist Health officials say the new ER will bring emergency care closer to home in St. Johns County.…
June 14, 2024
Shorebird nests delay Amelia Island dredging
A project to dredge the Nassau River and nearby waterways has been delayed until early October.…
June 13, 2024
OPINION | ‘Multimedia stimulation’ at Riverfront Plaza?
Apparently projecting images onto outdoor surfaces is all the rage the world over.…
June 13, 2024
Public hearing scheduled on stadium renovation
The hearing will take place Monday as a debate continues over the community benefits segment of the stadium agreement.…
June 13, 2024
Pass Go and buy a bridge? Jax Monopoly is on the way
The game’s manufacturer, Top Trumps USA, is asking people to suggest landmarks and businesses to appear on the board.…
June 13, 2024
Fraud suspect stole more than $59,000 from mailboxes
Frank Anthony Acanda pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud after hitting mailboxes in Fleming Island, Jacksonville and St.…
June 13, 2024
Here’s how Jacksonville fared in the new state budget
Gov. Ron DeSantis cut funding for at least 70 projects or programs in the Jacksonville area, but other organizations won…
June 13, 2024
Gateway Jax expands its holdings Downtown
Gateway Jax bought a 2.76-acre site from Florida State College at Jacksonville that lies next to the Pearl Street District…
June 13, 2024
Thousands expected at Melanin Market for Juneteenth festival
The Eastside-based nonprofit will award 15 $1,000 microgrants to businesses that participate.…
June 13, 2024
Pizza and self-serve beer on tap for Downtown Jacksonville
The city is reviewing a building permit for Pour Taproom and Pizza Jeans in the VyStar Credit Union garage at…
June 13, 2024
There’s a new way to get a hazardous weather forecast
The National Weather Service is experimenting with a graphical Hazardous Weather Outlook to see how users like the feature.…
June 12, 2024
Bernier hired as Duval superintendent at $320,000 per year
The School Board voted 6-1 to hire Christopher Bernier as superintendent. Board member Warren Jones voted no because he thought…
June 12, 2024
Autonomous vehicle plant gets $7.7 million in incentives
A company identified as Holon would build a $100 million plant on about 40 acres in Northwest Jacksonville.…
June 12, 2024
Mangroves creep north due to lack of ‘lethal freeze’ in Florida
Researchers found mangroves at Cumberland Island in southeast Georgia, another indication of a warming climate.…
June 12, 2024
THE JAXSON | How the Jaguars stadium deal could support Historic Eastside revitalization
Here’s how the stadium deal’s community benefits agreement could provide tangible benefit to its adjacent urban core neighborhood.…
June 12, 2024
Chick-fil-A approved over neighbors’ objections
Jacksonville City Council voted 12-7 to approve rezoning for the fast-food restaurant in Oceanway.…
June 12, 2024
Former St. Johns County sheriff runs for state Senate
David Shoar has opened a campaign account to run for a seat that will be vacated by Sen. Travis Hutson,…
June 12, 2024
Federal judge blocks law restricting transgender care
A federal court blocked Florida from enforcing a law that bans gender-affirming care for minors and restricts it for adults.…
June 12, 2024
Duval School Board chair: ‘We’ve done our due diligence’ on Bernier amid accusations
Bernier is the subject of a whistleblower complaint accusing him of “bullying” of a subordinate — with similar behavior mentioned…
June 11, 2024
Loan scam targets sailors along the First Coast
About 20 sailors in Northeast Florida have fallen victim to the scammers, who ask to use their phones and then…
June 11, 2024
St. Johns moms speak about their lawsuit over schoolbooks
The two parents are suing for equal rights when the public challenges books in Florida’s schools.…
June 11, 2024
8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust
Investigators seized gambling machines, drug paraphernalia and $400,000 cash in a raid at the 207 Express store.…