Public release of Epstein records puts Maxwell under fresh scrutiny amid her claims of innocence
Read full article: Public release of Epstein records puts Maxwell under fresh scrutiny amid her claims of innocenceBritish socialite and onetime Jeffrey Epstein girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell is back in the spotlight with the public release of investigative records that led to her 2021 sex trafficking conviction.
Fat & Fine Crab Shack closing in Brunswick as local restaurants face rising costs
Read full article: Fat & Fine Crab Shack closing in Brunswick as local restaurants face rising costsFat & Fine Crab Shack in Brunswick will close at the beginning of the new year due to rising costs, joining a trend of local and national restaurant closures.
Clay County NAACP joins demands for resignation of school board member after controversial remarks
Read full article: Clay County NAACP joins demands for resignation of school board member after controversial remarksThe Clay County chapter of the NAACP has joined calls for the resignation of a school board member who is under fire for controversial social media posts about the African American community.
Trump warns against infiltration by a 'bad Santa,' defends coal in jovial Christmas calls with kids
Read full article: Trump warns against infiltration by a 'bad Santa,' defends coal in jovial Christmas calls with kidsPresident Donald Trump marked Christmas Eve by chatting with children about their holiday wishes.
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Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura declared winner of Honduras' presidential vote
Read full article: Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura declared winner of Honduras' presidential voteTrump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura has won Honduras’ presidential election, the country’s electoral authorities said, ending a weeks-long count that has whittled away at the credibility of the Central American nation’s fragile electoral system.
Pediatrics group sues HHS for cutting funds for children's health programs
Read full article: Pediatrics group sues HHS for cutting funds for children's health programsThe American Academy of Pediatrics sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday, seeking to block nearly $12 million in cuts to the group.
After missing deadline, DOJ says it may need a 'few more weeks' to finish releasing Epstein files
Read full article: After missing deadline, DOJ says it may need a 'few more weeks' to finish releasing Epstein filesThe Justice Department says that finishing the release of all of the Jeffrey Epstein files could take a “few more weeks,” further delaying compliance with a Dec. 19 deadline set by Congress.
‘Beyond grateful’: Jacksonville family moves into home donated by church after losing everything in apartment fire
Read full article: ‘Beyond grateful’: Jacksonville family moves into home donated by church after losing everything in apartment fireA Jacksonville mother and her two children, who lost everything in an apartment fire earlier this month, are celebrating a Christmas miracle, thanks to an outpouring of community support.
Fenerbahce president detained in Istanbul drug investigation after positive narcotics test
Read full article: Fenerbahce president detained in Istanbul drug investigation after positive narcotics testThe president of Turkish sports club Fenerbahce has been taken into custody in Istanbul as part of a drug investigation involving entertainment and media figures.
2 recent crashes that sent 3 Flagler County deputies to the hospital spark warning about distracted driving
Read full article: 2 recent crashes that sent 3 Flagler County deputies to the hospital spark warning about distracted drivingAfter a pair of crashes that sent three deputies to the hospital this month, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office is urging drivers to avoid distractions and pay attention on the roadways, particularly over the holidays.
Teen suspect in stepsister's cruise ship death says he doesn't remember anything, documents say
Read full article: Teen suspect in stepsister's cruise ship death says he doesn't remember anything, documents sayA 16-year-old boy being investigated in the death of his stepsister on a Carnival cruise ship last month has no recollection of the incident.
Judge blocks Trump effort to strip security clearance from attorney who represented whistleblowers
Read full article: Judge blocks Trump effort to strip security clearance from attorney who represented whistleblowersA federal judge is halting the enforcement of a March presidential memorandum that revoked the security clearance of a prominent Washington attorney.
Suspect in national guard shooting faces new federal charges that allow death penalty discussions
Read full article: Suspect in national guard shooting faces new federal charges that allow death penalty discussionsA man accused of shooting two National Guard troops near the White House is charged in a complaint with federal firearms charges over the ambush on November 26 that fatally wounded one of the West Virginia National Guard members and seriously injured the second.
Rescuers rushed into flames to save nursing home residents after deadly explosion
Read full article: Rescuers rushed into flames to save nursing home residents after deadly explosionRescuers braved shooting flames, falling debris and the threat of more explosions to save nursing home residents after a blast at a Pennsylvania facility killed a resident and employee, and set off a dramatic and chaotic evacuation.
A blast in Gaza wounds a soldier and Israel accuses Hamas of ceasefire violation
Read full article: A blast in Gaza wounds a soldier and Israel accuses Hamas of ceasefire violationAn explosive device has detonated in Gaza and wounded one Israeli soldier, prompting Israel to accuse Hamas of violating the U.S.-brokered ceasefire.
Important advice for safety and protection while last-minute holiday shopping and after returning home
Read full article: Important advice for safety and protection while last-minute holiday shopping and after returning homeWhile in the rush, you want to keep yourself and your newly purchased items safe from people who might be looking to ruin your holiday experience.
US unemployment claims fall again last week, remain at historically healthy level
Read full article: US unemployment claims fall again last week, remain at historically healthy levelThe number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week and remain at historically healthy levels despite some signs that the labor market is weakening.
How a fast-moving $50 cash relief program buoyed needy families when SNAP payments were paused
Read full article: How a fast-moving $50 cash relief program buoyed needy families when SNAP payments were pausedGiveDirectly got $50 gift cards out to SNAP recipients during last month’s shutdown through a new approach to cash assistance.
Faithful return to Bethlehem and Pope Leo XIV celebrates his first Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter's
Read full article: Faithful return to Bethlehem and Pope Leo XIV celebrates his first Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter'sOn Christmas Eve, thousands of people flocked to Bethlehem's Manger Square and other Holy Land sites, after two years of subdued Christmas celebrations because of the war in Gaza.
Motorcyclist, 32, thrown from bike, dies after hitting debris on US 1 south in Flagler County: FHP
Read full article: Motorcyclist, 32, thrown from bike, dies after hitting debris on US 1 south in Flagler County: FHPA 32-year-old motorcyclist was thrown from his bike and died early Wednesday morning on U.S. 1 south of Belle Terre Boulevard in Flagler County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
EU warns of possible action after the US bars 5 Europeans accused of censorship
Read full article: EU warns of possible action after the US bars 5 Europeans accused of censorshipFrance, Germany, the European Union and the United Kingdom are hitting out at a U.S. decision to impose travel bans on five Europeans the Trump administration accuses of pressuring tech firms to censor or suppress American views.
Zelenskyy says he's open to creating demilitarized zone in Ukraine's industrial heartland
Read full article: Zelenskyy says he's open to creating demilitarized zone in Ukraine's industrial heartlandUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he would be willing to withdraw troops from the country’s eastern industrial heartland as part of a plan to end Russia’s war, if Moscow also pulls back and the area becomes a demilitarized zone monitored by international forces.
Explosion in Moscow kills 3 people. Official says Ukrainian intelligence was behind it
Read full article: Explosion in Moscow kills 3 people. Official says Ukrainian intelligence was behind itRussian investigators say that an explosion in Moscow has killed three people, including two police officers.
Turkey recovers black boxes from jet crash that killed top Libyan military officials
Read full article: Turkey recovers black boxes from jet crash that killed top Libyan military officialsSearch teams in Turkey have recovered the cockpit voice and flight data recorders from a jet crash that killed eight people, including Libya’s military chief.
Powerful holiday storm lashes Southern California and brings flash floods, mudslides
Read full article: Powerful holiday storm lashes Southern California and brings flash floods, mudslidesHeavy rain and gusty winds from a powerful winter storm system are bringing flash floods and mudslides to parts of Southern California.
Defense team in Jared Bridegan murder case wants ‘crucial’ witness to answer written questions before testifying
Read full article: Defense team in Jared Bridegan murder case wants ‘crucial’ witness to answer written questions before testifyingThere has been a major development in the high-profile Jared Bridegan murder-for-hire case.
More than a third of states sue HHS over a move that could curtail youth gender-affirming care
Read full article: More than a third of states sue HHS over a move that could curtail youth gender-affirming careNineteen states and the District of Columbia have sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, its Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and its inspector general over a declaration that could complicate access to gender-affirming care for young people.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs seeks immediate release from prison in appeals argument
Read full article: Sean 'Diddy' Combs seeks immediate release from prison in appeals argumentLawyers for hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs are asking a federal appeals court in New York to order his immediate release from prison.
Union accuses East Coast Hockey League of unfair labor practices, announces strike that could affect Jacksonville Icemen
Read full article: Union accuses East Coast Hockey League of unfair labor practices, announces strike that could affect Jacksonville IcemenThe Professional Hockey Players’ Association (PHPA) announced a strike to start on Friday, and that could impact the Jacksonville Icemen.
Iran and US reaffirm commitment to diplomacy at UN, but gap on a nuclear deal remains wide
Read full article: Iran and US reaffirm commitment to diplomacy at UN, but gap on a nuclear deal remains wideIran and the United States have reaffirmed their commitments to diplomacy at a contentious meeting of the U.N. Security Council.
Bolivia lifts restrictions on satellite companies like Starlink to upgrade its internet connectivity
Read full article: Bolivia lifts restrictions on satellite companies like Starlink to upgrade its internet connectivityBolivia’s new government has issued a decree that will allow global satellite internet companies such as Starlink or Kuiper to provide internet access across the Andean nation as it tries to upgrade its technology and speed up its notoriously slow connectivity rates.
Trump's newly appointed envoy to Greenland says US not looking to 'conquer' the Danish territory
Read full article: Trump's newly appointed envoy to Greenland says US not looking to 'conquer' the Danish territoryPresident Donald Trump’s newly appointed envoy to Greenland says the Republican administration is looking to begin a conversation with residents of the semi-autonomous Danish territory about the best way forward for the strategically important island.
‘We could have gave up’: Playoff-bound Jags, successful season gives hope to longtime fans excited for what’s next
Read full article: ‘We could have gave up’: Playoff-bound Jags, successful season gives hope to longtime fans excited for what’s nextThe Jacksonville Jaguars headed to the playoffs for the first time since 2022, and the excitement spread across the city after the team clinched their postseason spot following the San Francisco 49ers’ victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Monday night.
Trump administration moves to overhaul how H-1B visas are granted, ending lottery system
Read full article: Trump administration moves to overhaul how H-1B visas are granted, ending lottery systemThe Department of Homeland Security is replacing its lottery system for H-1B visas with a new approach prioritizing skilled, higher-paid foreign workers.
US bars five Europeans it says pressured tech firms to censor American viewpoints online
Read full article: US bars five Europeans it says pressured tech firms to censor American viewpoints onlineThe State Department is barring five Europeans it accuses of leading efforts to pressure U.S. tech firms to censor or suppress American viewpoints.
Pope disappointed over approval of assisted suicide legislation in his home state of Illinois
Read full article: Pope disappointed over approval of assisted suicide legislation in his home state of IllinoisPope Leo XIV says he's “very disappointed” that his home state of Illinois has approved medically assisted suicide.
Venezuela seeks to criminalize oil tanker seizures as Trump puts pressure on Maduro
Read full article: Venezuela seeks to criminalize oil tanker seizures as Trump puts pressure on MaduroVenezuela's National Assembly has approved a measure criminalizing activities that hinder navigation and commerce, like the seizure of oil tankers.
Trump order halts offshore wind projects for at least 90 days
Read full article: Trump order halts offshore wind projects for at least 90 daysA stop-work order by the Trump administration directs offshore wind developers to “suspend all ongoing activities” related to five large-scale projects under construction along the East Coast “for the next 90 days for reasons of national security.”.
Jacksonville residents push for suspect to ‘come forward’ after dog found tied to tree, shot to death
Read full article: Jacksonville residents push for suspect to ‘come forward’ after dog found tied to tree, shot to deathPublic outrage and concern continued to mount as investigators continued to search for the person or people who tied a dog to a tree and shot it to death.
Supreme Court keeps Trump’s National Guard deployment blocked in the Chicago area, for now
Read full article: Supreme Court keeps Trump’s National Guard deployment blocked in the Chicago area, for nowThe Supreme Court has refused to allow the Trump administration to deploy National Guard troops in the Chicago area to support its immigration crackdown.
