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Trump reveals Murdochs and Dell could potentially take part in TikTok deal
Read full article: Trump reveals Murdochs and Dell could potentially take part in TikTok dealPresident Donald Trump has mentioned that billionaires like Rupert Murdoch and Michael Dell could be part of deal in which the U.S. will take control of TikTok.
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Tropical Storm Gabrielle increases in speed, expected to become a hurricane Sunday
Read full article: Tropical Storm Gabrielle increases in speed, expected to become a hurricane SundayThis slow-moving storm system is expected to continue along this path until Sunday night when a turn to the north is forecast on Monday.
Bad Bunny says goodbye to Puerto Rico in one final concert after a historic residency
Read full article: Bad Bunny says goodbye to Puerto Rico in one final concert after a historic residencyBad Bunny fans have marked the anniversary of Hurricane Maria with a powerful concert in Puerto Rico.
Man shot in domestic incident on Heritage Lake Drive, suspects in custody, JSO says
Read full article: Man shot in domestic incident on Heritage Lake Drive, suspects in custody, JSO saysJacksonville police responded to a shooting around 10:15 p.m. on Heritage Lake Drive near the 900 block. Officers found a man suffering from a gunshot wound to the head.
Fatal pedestrian crash on Phillips Highway marks 118th traffic death in Duval County: JSO
Read full article: Fatal pedestrian crash on Phillips Highway marks 118th traffic death in Duval County: JSOJacksonville Sheriff’s Office reported a fatal traffic crash that occurred around 8:30 p.m. on Phillips Highway near the 4300 block. A man in his late 20s was struck by a GMC Yukon while attempting to cross the highway eastbound.
Another 90-degree day inches Jacksonville closer to a record-breaking year
Read full article: Another 90-degree day inches Jacksonville closer to a record-breaking yearSunday will remain mostly dry with increasing northeast winds and gusty conditions, especially along the coast, where the rip current risk is in the high zone.
Ukrainian and Russian attacks kill 3 civilians as Zelenskyy prepares to meet Trump
Read full article: Ukrainian and Russian attacks kill 3 civilians as Zelenskyy prepares to meet TrumpUkrainian attacks on Russia's Belgorod region have killed two civilians while Russian shelling in eastern Ukraine left one man dead.
Canada joins other countries in recognizing a Palestinian state ahead of UN General Assembly
Read full article: Canada joins other countries in recognizing a Palestinian state ahead of UN General AssemblyCanada has recognized a Palestinian state, despite opposition from the U.S., hoping it leads to peace based on two states living side by side.
As UN climate talks loom in Brazil, many would-be participants fear they can't afford to attend
Read full article: As UN climate talks loom in Brazil, many would-be participants fear they can't afford to attendWith less than two months until this year's United Nations climate change conference, many prospective attendees are still looking for housing in the small Brazilian host city of Belem.
Patrons at New Hampshire restaurant shooting prevented worse tragedy with selfless acts, AG says
Read full article: Patrons at New Hampshire restaurant shooting prevented worse tragedy with selfless acts, AG saysAuthorities say patrons at a restaurant acted quickly and selflessly to stop a gunman who opened fire while a wedding was taking place at a New Hampshire country club, averting a worse tragedy.
Israeli strikes kill more than 40 people in Gaza, say health officials, ahead of UN meeting
Read full article: Israeli strikes kill more than 40 people in Gaza, say health officials, ahead of UN meetingHealth officials say Israeli strikes in Gaza City overnight and at a refugee camp have killed more than 40 people, including 19 women and children.
French towns fly Palestinian flag despite government orders ahead of state recognition
Read full article: French towns fly Palestinian flag despite government orders ahead of state recognitionSome French mayors have defied government orders and flown Palestinian flags on town halls, with more expected to follow suit as France prepares to formally recognize a Palestinian state at the United Nations General Assembly.
UK, Australia and Canada recognize a Palestinian state, prompting angry response from Israel
Read full article: UK, Australia and Canada recognize a Palestinian state, prompting angry response from IsraelThe U.K., Australia and Canada have formally recognized a Palestinian state, prompting an angry response from Israel.
Guinea counts votes in a referendum that could allow junta leader to run for president
Read full article: Guinea counts votes in a referendum that could allow junta leader to run for presidentVote counting was underway in Guinea Sunday evening in some polling stations in a referendum on a draft constitution that could allow the leader of the country’s junta to run for the presidency.
Dozens arrested and hurt in clashes with police near Philippine presidential palace
Read full article: Dozens arrested and hurt in clashes with police near Philippine presidential palacePhilippine police have arrested 49 people suspected of attacking officers in violent clashes near the president palace.
Trump officials praise Charlie Kirk's faith and his mark on the conservative movement
Read full article: Trump officials praise Charlie Kirk's faith and his mark on the conservative movementPresident Donald Trump and his supporters are paying tribute to conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a memorial service in Arizona.
JSO, JFRD face off in annual Guns N’ Hoses boxing event looking to add to $2M charity total
Read full article: JSO, JFRD face off in annual Guns N’ Hoses boxing event looking to add to $2M charity totalJacksonville police officers and firefighters squared off in 11 boxing matches at UNF Arena for the annual Guns N' Hoses charity event, which has raised over $2 million in 26 years.
Pentagon steps up media restrictions, now requiring approval before reporting even unclassified info
Read full article: Pentagon steps up media restrictions, now requiring approval before reporting even unclassified infoThe Pentagon is stepping up restrictions on the media by requiring journalists to sign a pledge not to report on information that has not been authorized for release, including unclassified information.
Power, politics and performance: Russia's revamped Intervision song contest names a winner
Read full article: Power, politics and performance: Russia's revamped Intervision song contest names a winnerVietnamese singer Duc Phuc was crowned the winner of the newly revamped Intervision song contest — a Russian answer to Eurovision that some say is as much about politics and power as it is about performance.
Jacksonville organizers travel to Baker County immigration detention center to protest
Read full article: Jacksonville organizers travel to Baker County immigration detention center to protestJacksonville organizations on Saturday traveled to the Baker County immigration center to protest.
After cuts to food stamps, Trump administration ends government's annual report on hunger in America
Read full article: After cuts to food stamps, Trump administration ends government's annual report on hunger in AmericaThe Trump administration is ending the federal government’s annual report on hunger in America, saying it had become “overly politicized″ and ”rife with inaccuracies.
Main Street Bridge northbound lanes will still be closed ahead of Jaguars game. Here are alternative routes
Read full article: Main Street Bridge northbound lanes will still be closed ahead of Jaguars game. Here are alternative routesThe Main Street Bridge will be closed ahead of the Jaguars game against the Houston Texans on Sunday. Here are some alternate routes to get to EverBank Stadium.
Dawn Lockhart and Mayor Donna Deegan discuss challenges facing Jacksonville nonprofits amid budget cuts
Read full article: Dawn Lockhart and Mayor Donna Deegan discuss challenges facing Jacksonville nonprofits amid budget cutsWith the City Council budget vote approaching, local nonprofits face significant funding cuts that threaten their ability to serve the community. Dawn Lockhart, CEO of the Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida, explained the financial struggles these organizations are experiencing.
Mayor Deegan defends lean budget, pushes back on CFO’s tax criticism ahead of budget vote on Tuesday
Read full article: Mayor Deegan defends lean budget, pushes back on CFO’s tax criticism ahead of budget vote on TuesdayAs Jacksonville’s City Council prepares to vote on the budget on September 23, Mayor Donna Deegan is responding to claims from Florida’s chief financial officer, Blaise Ingoglia, who alleges $200 million in unnecessary budget increases and says the city is “over taxing and overspending.”
Trump nominates White House aide to be top US prosecutor for office probing Letitia James
Read full article: Trump nominates White House aide to be top US prosecutor for office probing Letitia JamesPresident Donald Trump has announced his nomination of Lindsey Halligan as the top federal prosecutor for the Eastern District of Virginia.
Clay County Students Push Forward with Robotics Team Despite Limited Resources
Read full article: Clay County Students Push Forward with Robotics Team Despite Limited ResourcesThe newly formed Clay County STEM Alliance in Middleburg, Fla., has launched its first competitive robotics team, the 'Robo Runnerz,' under the FIRST Tech Challenge. Despite not having secured all necessary equipment, the student-led team, supported by adult mentors, will participate in a regional scrimmage to gain experience and foster skills like resilience and teamwork, while the Alliance seeks community support and sponsorship to overcome financial barriers to STEM education.
California bans most law enforcement officers from wearing masks during operations
Read full article: California bans most law enforcement officers from wearing masks during operationsCalifornia has become the first state to ban most law enforcement officers from covering their faces while conducting official business.
Marchers gather in worldwide protest of financial institutions 'profiting off the climate crisis'
Read full article: Marchers gather in worldwide protest of financial institutions 'profiting off the climate crisis'On the eve of New York Climate Week, activists and members of the public have gathered to protest the financial institutions that are “making our lives more expensive while profiting off the climate crisis, war and genocide,” the organizers say.
Emerging TikTok deal with China ensures US control of board and crucial algorithm, White House says
Read full article: Emerging TikTok deal with China ensures US control of board and crucial algorithm, White House saysAn emerging TikTok deal with China will ensure that U.S. companies control the algorithm that powers the app's video feed and Americans will hold a majority of seats on a board overseeing U.S. operations.
Bear shot, killed after wandering into Central Florida home
Read full article: Bear shot, killed after wandering into Central Florida homeA DeLand resident fatally shot a bear on Friday morning after it wandered into the person’s home, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
5th annual Jack Wheeler Memorial Golf Tournament raises money for high school seniors, awareness for drunk driving
Read full article: 5th annual Jack Wheeler Memorial Golf Tournament raises money for high school seniors, awareness for drunk drivingFamily and friends gathered for the 5th annual Jack Hamilton Wheeler Memorial Golf Tournament on Saturday.
White House says $100K H-1B visa fee won't apply to existing holders as Trump move stirs anxiety
Read full article: White House says $100K H-1B visa fee won't apply to existing holders as Trump move stirs anxietyPresident Donald Trump’s latest plan to overhaul the American immigration system has left some immigrant workers confused.
Nassau County hair salon raising money on Sunday to prevent suicides
Read full article: Nassau County hair salon raising money on Sunday to prevent suicidesInside Moxie Salon and Spa at 463688 State Road 200 in Yulee, stylists will “Pamper with a Purpose” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. All the money they make that day will be donated to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention as September is National Suicide Prevention Month.
British couple held for months in Afghanistan arrive back in UK
Read full article: British couple held for months in Afghanistan arrive back in UKA British couple held in Afghanistan for more than seven months on undisclosed charges have arrived back in the U.K. after being released by the Taliban.
Democratic leaders in Congress demand a meeting with Trump as government shutdown looms
Read full article: Democratic leaders in Congress demand a meeting with Trump as government shutdown loomsA possible federal shutdown is looming at month's end, and the Democratic leaders of Congress are demanding a meeting with President Donald Trump to negotiate.
Russian jets over Estonia ignored signals from NATO pilots, officials say
Read full article: Russian jets over Estonia ignored signals from NATO pilots, officials sayA senior Estonian military official said Russian pilots ignored signals from Italian jets during a 12-minute violation of Estonian airspace.
Trump's economic promises to Black voters fall short after a modest shift in support for him in 2024
Read full article: Trump's economic promises to Black voters fall short after a modest shift in support for him in 2024Donald Trump warned during the campaign that Black Americans were losing jobs in large numbers and things would only worsen without his leadership.
Luigi Mangione's lawyers want death penalty off the table in UnitedHealthcare CEO murder case
Read full article: Luigi Mangione's lawyers want death penalty off the table in UnitedHealthcare CEO murder caseLuigi Mangione’s lawyers are urging a judge to bar federal prosecutors from seeking the death penalty in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Trump's peace efforts falter as conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza escalate
Read full article: Trump's peace efforts falter as conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza escalatePresident Donald Trump likes to project dominance and confidence on the world stage, but lately he's been expressing more frustration and disappointment.
In battles over free speech, comedians are often center stage
Read full article: In battles over free speech, comedians are often center stageIn all the stunning things about ABC’s swift removal of Jimmy Kimmel, its longtime late-night host and Oscars-hosting face of the network, perhaps the least surprising was that a comedian was again at the center of a battle over free speech.
ICE denies using excessive force as it broadens immigration arrests in Chicago
Read full article: ICE denies using excessive force as it broadens immigration arrests in ChicagoAn immigration enforcement operation in the Chicago area is troubling immigrants and activists because of what they say are increasingly aggressive tactics.