LOCAL NEWS
Professional Bull Riders return to VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena for 2 ‘adrenaline-charged’ nights
Read full article: Professional Bull Riders return to VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena for 2 ‘adrenaline-charged’ nightsProfessional Bull Riders (PBR) will return to VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena on Friday for its third year in a row.
Nonprofit gets approval from Planning Commission to convert Ramada hotel to veterans housing
Read full article: Nonprofit gets approval from Planning Commission to convert Ramada hotel to veterans housingThe Jacksonville Planning Commission granted approval to convert a hotel into multifamily housing for veterans, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.
Deegan administration feeling ‘confident’ ahead of AG’s criminal subpoena deadline over employee’s ICE video
Read full article: Deegan administration feeling ‘confident’ ahead of AG’s criminal subpoena deadline over employee’s ICE videoFlorida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday announced that he sent a “criminal subpoena” to the administration of Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan, questioning the city’s immigration enforcement.
City leaders, family and friends to pay respects to former Jacksonville city councilman, state representative
Read full article: City leaders, family and friends to pay respects to former Jacksonville city councilman, state representativeTerry Fields will be laid to rest on Friday. Fields, who was 66 years old, died on Feb. 8 after a brief sickness.
Students across St. Johns County to wear Patriot Oaks Academy colors to honor 12-year-old boy killed in crash
Read full article: Students across St. Johns County to wear Patriot Oaks Academy colors to honor 12-year-old boy killed in crashStudents across St. Johns County will come together Friday to honor the life of a Patriot Oaks Academy student who was killed in a crash earlier this week.
Man dies after motorcycle hits center median curb, tree on Jacksonville’s Westside
Read full article: Man dies after motorcycle hits center median curb, tree on Jacksonville’s WestsideA man died Thursday night after his motorcycle hit the center median curb and a tree on Jacksonville’s Westside, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
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JSO launches new investigation after News4JAX report on TikTok account posting women, children without their consent
Read full article: JSO launches new investigation after News4JAX report on TikTok account posting women, children without their consentShortly after News4JAX reported on a TikTok account that was recording inappropriate videos of women and children without their consent and posting them on the platform, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office launched a new investigation into the matter.
Professional Bull Riders return to VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena for 2 ‘adrenaline-charged’ nights
Read full article: Professional Bull Riders return to VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena for 2 ‘adrenaline-charged’ nightsProfessional Bull Riders (PBR) will return to VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena on Friday for its third year in a row.
Nonprofit gets approval from Planning Commission to convert Ramada hotel to veterans housing
Read full article: Nonprofit gets approval from Planning Commission to convert Ramada hotel to veterans housingThe Jacksonville Planning Commission granted approval to convert a hotel into multifamily housing for veterans, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.
Deegan administration feeling ‘confident’ ahead of AG’s criminal subpoena deadline over employee’s ICE video
Read full article: Deegan administration feeling ‘confident’ ahead of AG’s criminal subpoena deadline over employee’s ICE videoFlorida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday announced that he sent a “criminal subpoena” to the administration of Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan, questioning the city’s immigration enforcement.
City leaders, family and friends to pay respects to former Jacksonville city councilman, state representative
Read full article: City leaders, family and friends to pay respects to former Jacksonville city councilman, state representativeTerry Fields will be laid to rest on Friday. Fields, who was 66 years old, died on Feb. 8 after a brief sickness.
Man dies after motorcycle hits center median curb, tree on Jacksonville’s Westside
Read full article: Man dies after motorcycle hits center median curb, tree on Jacksonville’s WestsideA man died Thursday night after his motorcycle hit the center median curb and a tree on Jacksonville’s Westside, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Students across St. Johns County to wear Patriot Oaks Academy colors to honor 12-year-old boy killed in crash
Read full article: Students across St. Johns County to wear Patriot Oaks Academy colors to honor 12-year-old boy killed in crashStudents across St. Johns County will come together Friday to honor the life of a Patriot Oaks Academy student who was killed in a crash earlier this week.
Teen airlifted to trauma center after being hit by car in St. Augustine: SJFR
Read full article: Teen airlifted to trauma center after being hit by car in St. Augustine: SJFRA teen had to be air-lifted to a trauma center Thursday after they were hit by a vehicle in St. Augustine, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
St. Johns County Schools consolidate technical high school, cut costs amid $15 million budget shortfall
Read full article: St. Johns County Schools consolidate technical high school, cut costs amid $15 million budget shortfallSt. Johns Technical High School (SJTHS) will join with St. Augustine High School (SAHS) beginning in the 2026–27 school year, creating a new Early Career Program aimed at expanding academic and career options for students.
Lanes reopen on I-95 in St. Johns County after semi-truck fire sparks brush fire
Read full article: Lanes reopen on I-95 in St. Johns County after semi-truck fire sparks brush fireAll northbound lanes on I-95 at MM 315 are closed due to a semi-truck on fire, the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said.
Fast-food chain connected to NFL Hall of Famer Drew Brees planned in St. Johns County: JDR
Read full article: Fast-food chain connected to NFL Hall of Famer Drew Brees planned in St. Johns County: JDRSmalls Sliders can build out its first Northeast Florida location, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record. The Louisiana-based chain counts former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees among its investors.
‘Heart breaks for the little boy’: St. Johns County parents express sympathy for family of 12-year-old killed in crash
Read full article: ‘Heart breaks for the little boy’: St. Johns County parents express sympathy for family of 12-year-old killed in crashThe St. Johns County community is mourning a 12-year-old Patriot Oaks Academy student after he was killed Tuesday afternoon in a crash in the crosswalk in front of the school.
Looking for a job? Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp announce 2 preseason job fairs for 2026 season
Read full article: Looking for a job? Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp announce 2 preseason job fairs for 2026 seasonIf you’re looking for a fun, flexible job in a high-energy environment this spring, the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are hiring.
Georgia teacher killed in crash involving suspect fleeing ICE traffic stop, officials say
Read full article: Georgia teacher killed in crash involving suspect fleeing ICE traffic stop, officials sayA beloved teacher at Hesse K-8 School in Savannah was killed in a crash early Monday morning near the school, authorities confirmed.
Opening statements to start in the trial of a Georgia high school shooting suspect’s father
Read full article: Opening statements to start in the trial of a Georgia high school shooting suspect’s fatherThe trial has started for a man whose teenage son is accused of killing two students and two teachers at a Georgia high school in 2024.
Ocala woman, 4-year-old daughter killed, estranged husband dies by suicide during Georgia traffic stop: police
Read full article: Ocala woman, 4-year-old daughter killed, estranged husband dies by suicide during Georgia traffic stop: policeA tragic incident that began with the murder of a 34-year-old Ocala woman and her 4-year-old daughter ended Tuesday night when the woman’s estranged husband took his own life during a traffic stop in Kingsland, Georgia, according to multiple law enforcement agencies.
Small plane makes emergency landing on Georgia street, crashes into several vehicles
Read full article: Small plane makes emergency landing on Georgia street, crashes into several vehiclesA single-engine plane made an emergency landing Monday in the middle of a street in Gainesville, Georgia, just north of Atlanta, causing multiple crashes.
Large drug bust involving FBI yields over 50 arrests across the country, including Glynn County, Texas, New York
Read full article: Large drug bust involving FBI yields over 50 arrests across the country, including Glynn County, Texas, New YorkA recent drug trafficking operation in Glynn County and St. Simons Island led to the arrest of 55 people.
Family of man found fatally stabbed in Orange Park seeks support for funeral after being denied victim compensation
Read full article: Family of man found fatally stabbed in Orange Park seeks support for funeral after being denied victim compensationA Clay County family is struggling to arrange funeral services for a 38-year-old man who was fatally stabbed earlier this month.
Man, 21, dies after sedan collides with pickup truck at Clay County intersection
Read full article: Man, 21, dies after sedan collides with pickup truck at Clay County intersectionA 21-year-old man was killed Saturday afternoon after his sedan collided with a pickup at the intersection of State Road 16 and State Road 21, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Caped crusaders run through Orange Park streets, bringing families and costumes to Superhero Run in Clay County
Read full article: Caped crusaders run through Orange Park streets, bringing families and costumes to Superhero Run in Clay CountyCaped crusaders flew through the streets of Orange Park Saturday morning for the annual Superhero 5K & 8K Run.
Volunteers rehab Green Cove Springs home as Clay County prices rise, affordability tightens
Read full article: Volunteers rehab Green Cove Springs home as Clay County prices rise, affordability tightensVolunteers, local leaders and business sponsors spent the day rehabbing a home in Green Cove Springs as part of Habitat for Humanity’s “Leaders Build,” an effort organizers said is aimed at helping working families access affordable housing in Clay County.
Rhode Island man accused in sextortion case involving Green Cove Springs girl booked into Clay County jail, records show
Read full article: Rhode Island man accused in sextortion case involving Green Cove Springs girl booked into Clay County jail, records showA man in Rhode Island accused of soliciting sexual abuse images from a Green Cove Springs girl has been booked into Clay County jail to be prosecuted, jail records show.
18-year-old arrested in shooting at Orange Park that left two injured
Read full article: 18-year-old arrested in shooting at Orange Park that left two injuredA 30-year-old woman died Monday after losing control of her vehicle on Interstate 10 and crashing into an excavator, the Florida Highway Patrol said in a report.
Man, 64, killed in crash after veering off road, striking fence on County Road 125 in Baker County
Read full article: Man, 64, killed in crash after veering off road, striking fence on County Road 125 in Baker CountyA 64-year-old man was killed in a crash Thursday night on County Road 125 in Baker County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Duval County is under a Phase 1 water shortage due to dry conditions. Here’s what it means
Read full article: Duval County is under a Phase 1 water shortage due to dry conditions. Here’s what it meansA moderate water shortage was declared for Duval County and parts of Alachua, Baker, Bradford and Marion counties on Tuesday as drought conditions persist across Northeast Florida and surrounding areas.
Duval County and other areas under moderate water shortage; residents urged to conserve water
Read full article: Duval County and other areas under moderate water shortage; residents urged to conserve waterA moderate water shortage was declared for Duval County and parts of Alachua, Baker, Bradford and Marion counties on Tuesday as drought conditions persist across Northeast Florida and surrounding areas.
Palatka woman points gun, forces 2 kids inside car after accusing them of trespassing while fishing in her pond: PCSO
Read full article: Palatka woman points gun, forces 2 kids inside car after accusing them of trespassing while fishing in her pond: PCSOA Palatka woman was arrested Tuesday and accused of pointing a gun and forcing two children into her car after she accused them of trespassing because they were fishing in her pond, according to the arrest report.
Poor visibility prompts road closure, disrupts several Putnam County school bus routes
Read full article: Poor visibility prompts road closure, disrupts several Putnam County school bus routesPoor visibility conditions in the Interlachen area prompted a road closure Thursday morning that impacted some school bus routes, according to the Putnam County School District.
Parts of Keuka Road closed in Putnam County due to smoke, dense fog
Read full article: Parts of Keuka Road closed in Putnam County due to smoke, dense fogSome parts of Keuka Road in Putnam County were closed early Friday due to smoke and dense fog in the area, according to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office.
Cats and kittens are helping inmates heal thanks to a Flagler County rehabilitation program
Read full article: Cats and kittens are helping inmates heal thanks to a Flagler County rehabilitation programCats and kittens from the Humane Society are living with inmates at the Flagler County Jail — not because they’re in trouble, but because they’re helping with rehabilitation.
Woman killed in head-on crash on I-95 north after SUV in front of her hits guardrail, spins out: FHP
Read full article: Woman killed in head-on crash on I-95 north after SUV in front of her hits guardrail, spins out: FHPA 55-year-old Palm Coast woman died early Monday morning in a crash on I-95 northbound in Flagler County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Flagler County declares state of emergency, enforces burn ban for 7 days
Read full article: Flagler County declares state of emergency, enforces burn ban for 7 daysFlagler County declared a state of local emergency Friday and enacted a seven-day burn ban effective 5 p.m. as drought conditions and rising fire danger increase the risk of wildfires, county officials said.
Chase that reached 100 mph ends with K-9 apprehension in Columbia County
Read full article: Chase that reached 100 mph ends with K-9 apprehension in Columbia CountyA high-speed pursuit in Columbia County ended with a K-9 apprehension after deputies used spike strips and a P.I.T. maneuver to stop the vehicle, the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office said.
Man, 47, dies after being hit by car on I-75 North in Columbia County, troopers say
Read full article: Man, 47, dies after being hit by car on I-75 North in Columbia County, troopers sayThe Florida Highway Patrol reported a fatal collision early Sunday morning on I-75 north near mile marker 432 in Columbia County.
Two former employees at Lake City senior living facility arrested for physically abusing elderly resident: police
Read full article: Two former employees at Lake City senior living facility arrested for physically abusing elderly resident: policeTwo former employees of a senior living facility in Lake City have been arrested after security camera footage showed them pushing an elderly resident to the ground and restraining them on the couch, the Lake City Police Department said on Monday.
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‘A conversation needs to be had’: Community members come together in the wake of ‘teen takeover’ events in Jacksonville
Read full article: ‘A conversation needs to be had’: Community members come together in the wake of ‘teen takeover’ events in JacksonvilleCommunity leaders and young people gathered at Friendship Fountain in Jacksonville on Thursday evening to hold a vigil calling for an end to teen violence.
Teen airlifted to trauma center after being hit by car in St. Augustine: SJFR
Read full article: Teen airlifted to trauma center after being hit by car in St. Augustine: SJFRA teen had to be air-lifted to a trauma center Thursday after they were hit by a vehicle in St. Augustine, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
Accused gunman who withdrew plea in Jared Bridegan murder-for-hire case indicted on first-degree murder charge
Read full article: Accused gunman who withdrew plea in Jared Bridegan murder-for-hire case indicted on first-degree murder chargeA judge granted on Tuesday morning a motion to withdraw the guilty plea of the accused gunman in the Jared Bridegan murder-for-hire case.
St. Johns County Schools consolidate technical high school, cut costs amid $15 million budget shortfall
Read full article: St. Johns County Schools consolidate technical high school, cut costs amid $15 million budget shortfallSt. Johns Technical High School (SJTHS) will join with St. Augustine High School (SAHS) beginning in the 2026–27 school year, creating a new Early Career Program aimed at expanding academic and career options for students.
Councilman under scrutiny after controversial texts involving board member slams JEA, alleges ‘racism’, ‘toxic’ culture
Read full article: Councilman under scrutiny after controversial texts involving board member slams JEA, alleges ‘racism’, ‘toxic’ cultureThe Jacksonville City Council president, who is under scrutiny following controversial text messages to a JEA board member, blasted the city-owned utility on Thursday, saying he’s heard allegations of racism and a toxic culture within the organization.
Support grows for JEA board member amid questions of ‘favor’ Carrico says he owed his boss
Read full article: Support grows for JEA board member amid questions of ‘favor’ Carrico says he owed his bossSupport is growing for JEA board member Arthur Adams Jr. after text messages revealed that Kevin Carrico asked him to step aside, citing a “big favor” he owed to his boss at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida.
Jacksonville family sleeping in truck seeks help after house fire destroyed everything
Read full article: Jacksonville family sleeping in truck seeks help after house fire destroyed everythingA Jacksonville family has been living out of their truck for days after losing everything in a fire that broke out the night of Feb. 1.
Lanes reopen on I-95 in St. Johns County after semi-truck fire sparks brush fire
Read full article: Lanes reopen on I-95 in St. Johns County after semi-truck fire sparks brush fireAll northbound lanes on I-95 at MM 315 are closed due to a semi-truck on fire, the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said.
More than 1 in 10 new Duval homes are built only for renters. Is it helping or hurting affordability?
Read full article: More than 1 in 10 new Duval homes are built only for renters. Is it helping or hurting affordability?What looks like a typical neighborhood in Jacksonville, with rows of new single-family homes that have driveways and manicured lawns, might not be for sale at all.
Palatka woman points gun, forces 2 kids inside car after accusing them of trespassing while fishing in her pond: PCSO
Read full article: Palatka woman points gun, forces 2 kids inside car after accusing them of trespassing while fishing in her pond: PCSOA Palatka woman was arrested Tuesday and accused of pointing a gun and forcing two children into her car after she accused them of trespassing because they were fishing in her pond, according to the arrest report.
Digging deeper into controversial text messages and the JEA scandal
Read full article: Digging deeper into controversial text messages and the JEA scandalThe leader of the Boys & Girls Club of Northeast Florida has withdrawn his name from consideration for a spot on the JEA board following controversial text messages from the city council president who nominated him.
Jacksonville’s Black independent film industry is rising. Meet the creatives trying to honor the city’s rich history
Read full article: Jacksonville’s Black independent film industry is rising. Meet the creatives trying to honor the city’s rich historyFrom the silent films of Norman Studios to a new generation of storytellers, Jacksonville’s Black independent film scene is undergoing a quiet resurgence.
JSO arrests 19-year-old in Magnolia Gardens shooting that injured 4, including Raines High student, during street fight
Read full article: JSO arrests 19-year-old in Magnolia Gardens shooting that injured 4, including Raines High student, during street fightWeeks after four people were shot during a street fight in the Magnolia Gardens area of Northwest Jacksonville, police have arrested a 19-year-old they say is a suspect in the shooting.
Looking for a job? Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp announce 2 preseason job fairs for 2026 season
Read full article: Looking for a job? Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp announce 2 preseason job fairs for 2026 seasonIf you’re looking for a fun, flexible job in a high-energy environment this spring, the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are hiring.
Voices of the 904: Live from LaVilla edition - A conversation on Black history and culture
Read full article: Voices of the 904: Live from LaVilla edition - A conversation on Black history and cultureVoices of the 904 hosted its first live show at the inaugural LaVilla Black History Market, bringing the conversation to Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Park. In honor of Black History Month, host Kendra Mazeke spoke with four local leaders about the legacy of Jacksonville’s historic LaVilla neighborhood.
This Week in Jacksonville - Business Edition: Florida makes strides to reduce childhood poverty
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville - Business Edition: Florida makes strides to reduce childhood povertyIn this episode of This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition, host Kent Justice talks with Mark Wilson, president and CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce, about the latest data showing a decline in childhood poverty across Florida. They discuss what this means for local businesses, the importance of targeting efforts at the zip code level, and how businesses can play a crucial role in breaking the cycle of generational poverty.
Breezy and warm before next system brings winter back to Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia
Read full article: Breezy and warm before next system brings winter back to Northeast Florida, Southeast GeorgiaWarming trend continues today, with high temperatures in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia tipping into the lower 80s!
#AskJAXTDY | How did the Brooklyn neighborhood get its name?
Read full article: #AskJAXTDY | How did the Brooklyn neighborhood get its name?Jacksonville Today reader Henri M. wonders why Brooklyn, nestled on McCoys Creek north of Riverside, has the same name as a New York City borough: “Who … called the area where Blue Cross Blue Shield is ‘Brooklyn?’”
Fast-food chain connected to NFL Hall of Famer Drew Brees planned in St. Johns County: JDR
Read full article: Fast-food chain connected to NFL Hall of Famer Drew Brees planned in St. Johns County: JDRSmalls Sliders can build out its first Northeast Florida location, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record. The Louisiana-based chain counts former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees among its investors.
‘Just a part of my heart’: A look into the growing efforts to preserve Jacksonville’s Oneida Bungalow Court
Read full article: ‘Just a part of my heart’: A look into the growing efforts to preserve Jacksonville’s Oneida Bungalow CourtThere is a growing effort to protect a historic and endangered Jacksonville neighborhood.
Downtown’s historic Snyder Church one step closer to being offered to developers
Read full article: Downtown’s historic Snyder Church one step closer to being offered to developersThe Jacksonville Downtown Investment Authority board voted on Wednesday to take a final preparatory step toward offering the city-owned historic Snyder Memorial Church for redevelopment proposals, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.
Poor visibility prompts road closure, disrupts several Putnam County school bus routes
Read full article: Poor visibility prompts road closure, disrupts several Putnam County school bus routesPoor visibility conditions in the Interlachen area prompted a road closure Thursday morning that impacted some school bus routes, according to the Putnam County School District.
$14 million worth of robotic arms stolen from St. Vincent’s Hospital, arrest report for accused orchestrator reveals
Read full article: $14 million worth of robotic arms stolen from St. Vincent’s Hospital, arrest report for accused orchestrator revealsThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating a multi-year theft scheme involving millions of dollars’ worth of medical equipment stolen from St. Vincent’s Hospital.
JEA board nominee withdraws amid criticism over councilman’s text messages citing ‘big favor’
Read full article: JEA board nominee withdraws amid criticism over councilman’s text messages citing ‘big favor’The leader of Boys & Girls Club of Northeast Florida has withdrawn his name for consideration for a spot on the JEA board following controversial text messages from the city council president who nominated him.
Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office confirms death of Jacksonville rapper ‘Lil Poppa’
Read full article: Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office confirms death of Jacksonville rapper ‘Lil Poppa’The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office on Wednesday confirmed the death of Jacksonville rapper Janarious “Lil Poppa” Wheeler.
E-bike safety in focus after child’s death; St. Johns County weighs education over new local rules
Read full article: E-bike safety in focus after child’s death; St. Johns County weighs education over new local rulesElectric bikes are becoming a common sight on neighborhood streets and school routes across St. Johns County, but their growing popularity among children is raising new safety concerns.
‘Heart breaks for the little boy’: St. Johns County parents express sympathy for family of 12-year-old killed in crash
Read full article: ‘Heart breaks for the little boy’: St. Johns County parents express sympathy for family of 12-year-old killed in crashThe St. Johns County community is mourning a 12-year-old Patriot Oaks Academy student after he was killed Tuesday afternoon in a crash in the crosswalk in front of the school.
‘Just hoping and praying that we can get her back’: Family of 72-year-old woman missing for over a week seeks answers
Read full article: ‘Just hoping and praying that we can get her back’: Family of 72-year-old woman missing for over a week seeks answersA 72-year-old Jacksonville woman has been missing for more than a week, and her family is praying for answers about her whereabouts.
Duval DOGE highlights $4.2M in potential pharmacy savings, discusses permanent oversight committee
Read full article: Duval DOGE highlights $4.2M in potential pharmacy savings, discusses permanent oversight committeeJacksonville’s Duval DOGE Special Committee has identified $4.2 million in potential annual savings within the city’s employee pharmacy benefit plan. Councilman Ron Salem, chairman of the committee, emphasized the importance of acting quickly to capture these savings.
Inspection forces Jacksonville wholesale warehouse to close; Owner seeks donations to reopen
Read full article: Inspection forces Jacksonville wholesale warehouse to close; Owner seeks donations to reopenLocked doors and empty aisles marked Main Street Wholesale Warehouse this week after inspectors ordered the longtime business to shut down earlier this month, putting dozens of small businesses that rely on it at risk.
