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When it comes to local taxation, Republican policy makers want to convince voters that it’s day and night at the…
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March 4, 2026
Duval School Board seeks to renew 1-mill property tax
The property tax, first approved in 2022, helps pay for teachers’ salaries, arts and athletics programs.…
February 1, 2026
OPINION | The politics of last call: Should Downtown bars serve ’til 3?
Should Downtown bars be allowed to serve alcohol for an extra hour?…
January 25, 2026
GET INVOLVED | Local government meetings guide
Start here to plan on attending local government meetings in the Jacksonville, Florida, area.…
December 22, 2025
Jacksonville government and you | HOW TO JAX
Here’s how to get involved in Jacksonville government, whether making your voice heard in City Council, joining a Citizens Planning…
December 17, 2025
City Council members ask for voice on school closures
Council members Ju’Coby Pittman and Jimmy Peluso say school closures have implications beyond the school district.…
October 22, 2025
New nonprofit would mete out Eastside community benefits funds
The nonprofit would manage the $40 million in public funds the Eastside will receive under the stadium community benefits agreement.…
October 20, 2025
Honoring the 7 who died on Sapelo Island gangway
Four Jacksonville residents were among those killed during a Gullah Geechee celebration at Sapelo Island one year ago.…
October 20, 2025
Eastside benefits agreement structure set for City Hall vote
Eastside investment through Jacksonville’s Community Benefits Agreement funding will be considered in an on Oct. 22 meeting at City Hall.…
October 17, 2025
A chill in the air at EverBank Stadium … literally
JEA says chilled water is a growing method of cooling buildings, including the stadium and the Four Seasons.…
October 17, 2025
Palatka officials continue to discuss embattled city manager
City commissioners will meet again Monday to consider complaints about City Manager Marcia Carty.…
October 6, 2025
Jacksonville unveils affordable homes in historic Durkeeville
The Durkeeville homes were officially opened Monday, one step toward more affordable housing.…
May 20, 2025
Duval DOGE says it’s found $20M in unspent funds
City Council member Ron Salem’s Duval DOGE committee says its savings is nearing $20 million as it starts a review…
April 24, 2025
UF seeks final agreement on graduate campus by June
The University of Florida’s plan to redevelop nearly 24 acres in LaVilla will head to City Council in May.…
April 23, 2025
Peace Memorial Park upgrades proposed under public-private partnership with Weaver family
Contributions to the park revamp have risen with $735,000 from the family of J. Wayne Weaver and Ronald Morris Weaver.…
April 13, 2025
OPINION | In defense of Jacksonville City Council leadership elections
A counterpoint to City Council member Michael Boylan’s proposal to have at-large members rotate into council leadership.…
April 8, 2025
Achievement unlocked: UNF esports arena gets $3M boost from city of Jacksonville
The city has awarded UNF’s esports arena project $3 million for the development of competitive video gaming facility in the…
April 4, 2025
Two Jax lawmakers square off on immigration law
City Council members Nick Howland and Jimmy Peluso debated the new immigration law Friday on the Florida Roundup.…
April 1, 2025
City Council asked to choose land swap over purchasing building for UF campus in LaVilla
The developer Gateway Jax is asking city lawmakers to fully consider a land-swap before deciding whether to buy the property…
March 26, 2025
Council approves immigration crackdown, $8 million purchase option for UF campus site
City Council has signed off on legislation that creates new local penalties for undocumented immigrants in Jacksonville and a slew…
March 24, 2025
A full slate for City Council: immigration, garbage and more
City Council will consider a plethora of legislation during its meeting Tuesday evening.…
March 18, 2025
Immigration bill sails through committees toward Jax Council vote
Legislation to provide police more mobile fingerprint scanners and institute local penalties for undocumented immigrants is headed to the full…
March 14, 2025
Jax Council to debate immigration enforcement and compliance
Two Jacksonville lawmakers are pushing for city-lead restrictions and enforcement on undocumented immigrants, with one of two immigration bills up…
March 12, 2025
Efficiency or ‘farce’? Salem lays out plan for Duval DOGE
An effort to bring a “Duval DOGE” budget effort to Jacksonville City Hall was met Tuesday by public protest and…