April 24, 2026 Clay-Putnam wildfire now 65% containedThe so-called Railroad wildfire spans 4,413 acres, but evacuated families have been allowed to return home.…By News4Jax staff
April 22, 2026 Smoke blankets area as Railroad wildfire growsThe wildfire grew slightly overnight, but firefighting efforts on the ground and air are helping to contain it.…By Dan Scanlan
April 21, 2026 Wildfire risks could grow over next 10 weeks, officials warnThe danger of wildfires will persist as long as the drought continues, and little rain is forecast, fire officials say.…By Dan Scanlan
April 20, 2026 Wildfires scorch Northeast Florida as drought continuesA wildfire in Clay County grew to over 2,000 acres, and a 1,000-acre fire was burning in adjacent Putnam County.…By Dan Scanlan
March 16, 2026 Bill to restore Ocklawaha River dies in LegislatureThe Florida House approved the Ocklawaha River cleanup, but the bill did not advance in the Senate.…By News Service of Florida
February 25, 2026 Rep. Randy Fine doubles down on anti-Muslim commentsAs Fine continues to push the issue, Central Florida leaders are calling out religious hate.…By Joe Mario Pedersen - Central Florida Public Media
February 4, 2026 Smoky wildfires close roads and schools in Putnam CountyThe county is under a state of emergency due to the threat of wildfires from abnormally dry conditions.…By Dan Scanlan
January 6, 2026 Jacksonville lawmaker files bill to remove Rodman damState Rep. Wyman Duggan has filed legislation to tear down Rodman dam and restore the Ocklawaha River.…By News Service of Florida
November 21, 2025 Palatka killer dies in state’s 17th execution of the yearRichard Barry Randolph was executed for raping and killing the manager of a convenience store during a robbery.…By Rylan DiGiacomo-Rapp - Fresh Take Florida
October 21, 2025 State CFO visits First Coast to reimburse police for ICE costsLocal law enforcement received payments for the costs of helping ICE arrest illegal immigrants.…By Noah Hertz