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LIVE RADAR: Storms fade tonight before Sunday’s return

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‘It’s all about the moms’: DONNA Mother’s Day 5K raises money for breast cancer research

Read full article: ‘It’s all about the moms’: DONNA Mother’s Day 5K raises money for breast cancer research

The DONNA Mother’s Day 5K race took place through the streets of Riverside to fundraise for breast cancer research.

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1 day ago

‘There needs to be consequences’: Gov. DeSantis responds to illegal gun registry investigation

Read full article: ‘There needs to be consequences’: Gov. DeSantis responds to illegal gun registry investigation

At a roundtable in Jacksonville, Governor Ron DeSantis said people need to be held accountable for the illegal gun registry kept by the city.

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Council member proposes new option for acquiring LaVilla building for UF graduate campus

Read full article: Council member proposes new option for acquiring LaVilla building for UF graduate campus

Another option is on the table for the city of Jacksonville’s prospective acquisition of the privately held Interline Brands Inc. building to provide for the University of Florida’s graduate campus in LaVilla.

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3 days ago

City receives unsolicited proposal to build new Duval County jail, expected to cost around $1 billion

Read full article: City receives unsolicited proposal to build new Duval County jail, expected to cost around $1 billion

The city of Jacksonville has confirmed it received an unsolicited proposal from three groups offering to help build a new Duval County jail. This development marks a potential first step in what is expected to be a significant and lengthy project for the city.

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Investigators subpoena documents, current, former city employees about illegal gun registry

Read full article: Investigators subpoena documents, current, former city employees about illegal gun registry

The State Attorney’s Office subpoenaed documents, nine current and former city employees about the illegal gun registry kept by the city of Jacksonville.

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Mayor Deegan cuts ribbon on city’s first entrepreneurship workforce development center

Read full article: Mayor Deegan cuts ribbon on city’s first entrepreneurship workforce development center

In honor of Small Business Week, Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan and city leaders will cut the ribbon on the city’s first Entrepreneurship Workforce Development Center on Wednesday.

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State attorney pumps brakes on special investigating committee into Jacksonville firearm registry

Read full article: State attorney pumps brakes on special investigating committee into Jacksonville firearm registry

State Attorney Melissa Nelson has formally asked Jacksonville City Council President Randy White to hold off on creating a special investigating committee into the city’s firearm registry.

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City confirms firearm registry, hires outside counsel as City Council raises questions

Read full article: City confirms firearm registry, hires outside counsel as City Council raises questions

The Jacksonville City Council Rules Committee met Monday to address a growing controversy surrounding an alleged illegal firearm registry reportedly maintained by the city for nearly two years.

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City Council Rules Committee discusses firearm registry policy

Read full article: City Council Rules Committee discusses firearm registry policy

Mayor Donna Deegan’s Office said that the firearm registry policy that’s being questioned by a councilmember was created before she took office.

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Councilman claims the city has an ‘illegal firearm registry.’ Mayor’s office says ‘policy in question’ preceded Deegan

Read full article: Councilman claims the city has an ‘illegal firearm registry.’ Mayor’s office says ‘policy in question’ preceded Deegan

Mayor Donna Deegan’s Office said that the firearm registry policy that’s being questioned by a councilmember was created before she took office.

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Mayor Deegan announces efforts to streamline civil plan review process

Read full article: Mayor Deegan announces efforts to streamline civil plan review process

The City of Jacksonville will announce new efforts it says will help streamline the civil plan review process.

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LIVE: Jacksonville celebrates Arab American Heritage Month

Read full article: LIVE: Jacksonville celebrates Arab American Heritage Month

The City of Jacksonville is hosting a celebration on Thursday to honor Arab American Heritage Month at City Hall.

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#AskJAXTDY | How does Jacksonville’s immigration ordinance work?

Read full article: #AskJAXTDY | How does Jacksonville’s immigration ordinance work?

Jacksonville Today reader Susan A. is curious how the local immigration ordinance works, and whether police can use it to stop anyone and demand proof of citizenship.

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Mayor Deegan signs funding bill for UNF Flight Deck, a new $3M esports arena

Read full article: Mayor Deegan signs funding bill for UNF Flight Deck, a new $3M esports arena

The Flight Deck, an innovative esports arena, will be a reality next year at the University of North Florida after the Jacksonville City Council granted $3 million to the project.

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Celebrate Earth Day with Jacksonville’s interactive festival downtown

Read full article: Celebrate Earth Day with Jacksonville’s interactive festival downtown

If you’re looking for a fun way to celebrate earth day The City of Jacksonville’s got you covered.

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‘Communication is always key’: Councilman asks Deegan to establish landlord registry to help hold owners accountable

Read full article: ‘Communication is always key’: Councilman asks Deegan to establish landlord registry to help hold owners accountable

A member of the Jacksonville City Council has filed a resolution encouraging Mayor Donna Deegan to establish a landlord registry program for the city.

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Duval DOGE says it uncovered $17 million in unspent funds; Mayor’s office says ‘cost savings have already been realized’

Read full article: Duval DOGE says it uncovered $17 million in unspent funds; Mayor’s office says ‘cost savings have already been realized’

Members of the Special Committee on Duval DOGE led by Jacksonville City Council Member Ron Salem, announced on Thursday what they are calling a major breakthrough in government accountability efforts: nearly $17 million in unspent funds.

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‘Heartbroken’: Jacksonville officials react to the shooting on FSU’s campus that left 2 dead, multiple injured

Read full article: ‘Heartbroken’: Jacksonville officials react to the shooting on FSU’s campus that left 2 dead, multiple injured

Reactions to the shooting that left multiple people injured on Florida State University’s campus are pouring in from Jacksonville officials.

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#AskJAXTDY | Why doesn’t Jacksonville use AI on sheriff’s budget?

Read full article: #AskJAXTDY | Why doesn’t Jacksonville use AI on sheriff’s budget?

Mayor Donna Deegan’s AI pilot does not include the largest part of the city budget — the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. Jacksonville Today reader Johnathon A. wonders why.

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Jacksonville officials announce new initiative to combat human trafficking

Read full article: Jacksonville officials announce new initiative to combat human trafficking

Jacksonville officials and community partners will announce a new initiative to help combat human trafficking on Thursday at 11 a.m.

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Jacksonville residents speak at special committee meeting on Duval DOGE

Read full article: Jacksonville residents speak at special committee meeting on Duval DOGE

The Jacksonville City Council’s Special Committee on Duval DOGE held the first of its six scheduled meetings on Tuesday afternoon, and a $90 million question quickly became the focal point.

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Mayor Deegan ‘closely monitoring’ investigation into incident involving JSO corrections officers that left inmate dead

Read full article: Mayor Deegan ‘closely monitoring’ investigation into incident involving JSO corrections officers that left inmate dead

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan said on Friday her office is “closely monitoring” the investigation into the unspecified incident that left an inmate dead and resulted in nine Duval County jail officers being removed from their positions.

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‘It is a step backward’: Councilman urges Mayor Deegan not to sign bill that bans food trucks at gas stations

Read full article: ‘It is a step backward’: Councilman urges Mayor Deegan not to sign bill that bans food trucks at gas stations

A Jacksonville councilman urged Mayor Donna Deegan on Wednesday not to sign the bill prohibiting food trucks at gas stations.

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‘We will work with ICARE’: Jacksonville mayor commits to creating an affordable housing trust fund

Read full article: ‘We will work with ICARE’: Jacksonville mayor commits to creating an affordable housing trust fund

Among the community, other faith leaders and Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters, Mayor Donna Deegan sat as a guest in the front row of the Abyssinia Mssionary Baptist Church on Jacksonville’s northside.

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Local faith leaders are asking the mayor to consider a trust fund for affordable housing. Why they think it would work

Read full article: Local faith leaders are asking the mayor to consider a trust fund for affordable housing. Why they think it would work

Mayor Donna Deegan will be at the annual Nehemiah Action Assembly at Abyssinia Missionary Baptist Church to hear ICARE's thoughts on the city’s affordable housing crisis.

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‘Here to just enforce the laws’: JSO hopes to put minds at ease over fingerprint scanners’ function, use

Read full article: ‘Here to just enforce the laws’: JSO hopes to put minds at ease over fingerprint scanners’ function, use

Following Mayor Donna Deegan’s announcement Wednesday saying she won’t sign nor veto the city’s immigration bill, the new law set to take effect opens the door for the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office to get more fingerprint scanners.

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Mayor Deegan says she will not sign immigration bill, agrees to fund JSO’s additional fingerprint scanners

Read full article: Mayor Deegan says she will not sign immigration bill, agrees to fund JSO’s additional fingerprint scanners

Councilman Kevin Carrico will hold a news conference on Wednesday to call for Mayor Donna Deegan to sign the Jacksonville Illegal Immigration Act into law. An hour after Carrico’s news conference, Deegan will hold a separate news conference with community leaders to discuss the immigration bill.

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‘Committed to standing with survivors’: City of Jacksonville officially declares April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Read full article: ‘Committed to standing with survivors’: City of Jacksonville officially declares April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month

According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, 81% of women and 43% of men reported experiencing some form of sexual harassment and/or assault in their lifetime. That’s why on Tuesday, the City of Jacksonville officially declared April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and adopted the NSVRC’s theme, “Together we act, United we change.”

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Duval DOGE special committee meeting turns into $90 million question

Read full article: Duval DOGE special committee meeting turns into $90 million question

The Jacksonville City Council’s Special Committee on Duval DOGE held the first of its six scheduled meetings on Tuesday afternoon, and a $90 million question quickly became the focal point.

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Jumbo Shrimp cut ribbon on revamped VyStar Ballpark

Read full article: Jumbo Shrimp cut ribbon on revamped VyStar Ballpark

Before the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp take the field for their home opener Tuesday night, the team will celebrate its newly renovated ballpark.

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Arlington residents push back against proposal to bring multifamily units to their neighborhood

Read full article: Arlington residents push back against proposal to bring multifamily units to their neighborhood

The city of Jacksonville is considering a plan to build townhouses, duplexes and other multi-family homes to address the “missing middle” in the housing market. But not everyone is on board.

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Sheriff T.K. Waters says Jacksonville residents want to see illegal immigration bill ‘get done’

Read full article: Sheriff T.K. Waters says Jacksonville residents want to see illegal immigration bill ‘get done’

Mayor Donna Deegan has yet to sign a bill aimed at cracking down on illegal immigration in Jacksonville. The City Council approved the measure earlier this week. Deegan stated she is not rushing to make a decision on the bill. While she does not oppose certain aspects, she wants to ensure there are no negative repercussions.

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Brentwood residents reignite fight to turn property that would have been a liquor store into a community center

Read full article: Brentwood residents reignite fight to turn property that would have been a liquor store into a community center

Brentwood residents are continuing their fight to turn a Golfair liquor store into a community center.

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Decision Deadline: Mayor Deegan has until April 8 to make decision on Jacksonville immigration bill

Read full article: Decision Deadline: Mayor Deegan has until April 8 to make decision on Jacksonville immigration bill

Mayor Donna Deegan has yet to sign a bill aimed at cracking down on illegal immigration in Jacksonville. The City Council approved the measure earlier this week. Deegan stated she is not rushing to make a decision on the bill. While she does not oppose certain aspects, she wants to ensure there are no negative repercussions.

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Councilman says city’s General Counsel has ‘lost the trust and confidence’ of city council

Read full article: Councilman says city’s General Counsel has ‘lost the trust and confidence’ of city council

Councilman Rory Diamond said on Wednesday that General Counsel Michael Fackler should step down from his position as general counsel for the city of Jacksonville.

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Deegan says she is reviewing illegal immigration bill before signing it. But councilman says ‘she’s making excuses’

Read full article: Deegan says she is reviewing illegal immigration bill before signing it. But councilman says ‘she’s making excuses’

The legislation approved by City Council Tuesday night that aims to crack down on illegal immigration in Jacksonville is now sitting on Mayor Donna Deegan’s desk, who said is still in the process of reviewing it before deciding whether to sign it or not.

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Jacksonville University celebrates groundbreaking for region’s first four-year medical school

Read full article: Jacksonville University celebrates groundbreaking for region’s first four-year medical school

A historic groundbreaking ceremony marks the official start of construction on LECOM at Jacksonville University, the region’s first four-year medical school.

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Jacksonville City Council expresses no confidence in General Counsel Michael Fackler after Meridian Waste controversy

Read full article: Jacksonville City Council expresses no confidence in General Counsel Michael Fackler after Meridian Waste controversy

Some Jacksonville City Council members are questioning the job performance of the city’s top legal officer, General Counsel Michael Fackler, following Mayor Donna Deegan’s recent veto of a controversial waste contract.

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Mayor Deegan proposes legislation to change how the city awards funding to nonprofits

Read full article: Mayor Deegan proposes legislation to change how the city awards funding to nonprofits

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan announced new transparency legislation Tuesday morning which, if approved, would bring changes to how the city of Jacksonville awards funding to non-profits.

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Community leaders ‘thrilled’ about applying for state and national historic designation for LaVilla

Read full article: Community leaders ‘thrilled’ about applying for state and national historic designation for LaVilla

National Register Nomination is expected to be completed by winter 2025.

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‘Lights Out’ Northeast Florida aims to reduce number of bird deaths by going dark

Read full article: ‘Lights Out’ Northeast Florida aims to reduce number of bird deaths by going dark

Bird collisions with buildings are a tragic reality, but community leaders in Jacksonville are taking action.

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Despite daily challenges, Mayor Donna Deegan says being Jacksonville’s mayor is ‘honor of my lifetime’

Read full article: Despite daily challenges, Mayor Donna Deegan says being Jacksonville’s mayor is ‘honor of my lifetime’

It’s safe to say Donna Deegan has worn a lot of hats over the years. Local television broadcaster at First Coast News, a three-time breast cancer survivor, the founder of The DONNA Foundation, and now, the mayor of Jacksonville, becoming the first woman to hold the job in the city’s history.

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Citizens Property Insurance Board of Governors vote to move offices out of downtown

Read full article: Citizens Property Insurance Board of Governors vote to move offices out of downtown

After drawing seven bids from its invitation to negotiate for “turn-key” office space in Jacksonville, Citizens Property Insurance Corp. has selected a property in South Jacksonville.

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Jacksonville mayor, Meridian Waste reach mutual agreement; contract proposal moves to city council

Read full article: Jacksonville mayor, Meridian Waste reach mutual agreement; contract proposal moves to city council

A proposed contract between the Jacksonville mayor’s office and trash hauler, Meridian Waste, could put an end to the ongoing contractual dispute.

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‘Right thing at the right time’: Government efficiency and ‘Duval DOGE’ take center stage at Jacksonville City Hall

Read full article: ‘Right thing at the right time’: Government efficiency and ‘Duval DOGE’ take center stage at Jacksonville City Hall

Mayor Donna Deegan addressed the public on recent governmental streamlining efforts while Council Member Ron Salem brought his “Duval DOGE” initiative into the spotlight.

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Jacksonville says it intends to reinvest nearly $8 million into projects for University of North Florida, JFRD

Read full article: Jacksonville says it intends to reinvest nearly $8 million into projects for University of North Florida, JFRD

The City of Jacksonville is set to reinvest $7,980,286 into various projects after identifying unspent funds from the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The decision, which will head to City Council for final approval, was unanimously approved by the Mayor’s Budget Review Committee.

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Mayor wants to add officers near Citizens Property Insurance building; company may move amid safety concerns downtown

Read full article: Mayor wants to add officers near Citizens Property Insurance building; company may move amid safety concerns downtown

After drawing seven bids from its invitation to negotiate for “turn-key” office space in Jacksonville, Citizens Property Insurance Corp. has selected a property in South Jacksonville, News4JAX’s news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record reported.

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Citizens Property Insurance to move headquarters out of downtown Jacksonville to the Southside

Read full article: Citizens Property Insurance to move headquarters out of downtown Jacksonville to the Southside

After drawing seven bids from its invitation to negotiate for “turn-key” office space in Jacksonville, Citizens Property Insurance Corp. has selected a property in South Jacksonville, News4JAX’s news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record reported.

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Women’s History Month: Celebrating local philanthropists, political leaders & entertainers

Read full article: Women’s History Month: Celebrating local philanthropists, political leaders & entertainers

March is Women’s History Month and all month long, News4JAX is sharing the stories of local women who have inspired and educated future generations.

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Local lawmakers push for statewide anti-DEI bills that would prohibit local government DEI policies

Read full article: Local lawmakers push for statewide anti-DEI bills that would prohibit local government DEI policies

As the Florida Legislative session enters its third day, developments are unfolding with the introduction of bills targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies at the local government level.

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‘Duval is like a second home to me’: Rapper Boosie wants Jacksonville’s youth to learn from his mistakes

Read full article: ‘Duval is like a second home to me’: Rapper Boosie wants Jacksonville’s youth to learn from his mistakes

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan has officially declared March 5 as “Minds of the Future” Day, honoring the innovative spirit of Minds of the Future Academy.

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‘Duval is like a second home to me’: Rapper Boosie wants Jacksonville’s youth to learn from his mistakes

Read full article: ‘Duval is like a second home to me’: Rapper Boosie wants Jacksonville’s youth to learn from his mistakes

Superstar Louisiana rapper Torence Hatch, known to millions of fans as “Boosie,” visited Jacksonville students on Wednesday to speak and motivate, sharing his journey and encouraging them to pursue their dreams.

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‘What’s going on?’: Mayor’s JTA board shake-up leaves some councilmembers searching for answers

Read full article: ‘What’s going on?’: Mayor’s JTA board shake-up leaves some councilmembers searching for answers

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority Rules Committee is expected to discuss a resolution Monday that was filed by Mayor Donna Deegan to replace treasurer Megan Hayward on JTA’s Board of Directors.

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Legislation filed by mayor appears to oust sitting JTA board member, replace her with former Neptune Beach mayor

Read full article: Legislation filed by mayor appears to oust sitting JTA board member, replace her with former Neptune Beach mayor

A resolution filed by Mayor Donna Deegan appears to signal a shakeup at the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA).

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‘I was honored’: Jacksonville Journey Forward launches with first meeting

Read full article: ‘I was honored’: Jacksonville Journey Forward launches with first meeting

The board’s 11 newly appointed members will be having their first meeting Thursday at 3 p.m. in the Lynwood Roberts Room at City Hall.

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Jacksonville community groups unite to oppose proposed relocation of downtown jail

Read full article: Jacksonville community groups unite to oppose proposed relocation of downtown jail

The Jacksonville Community Action Committee staged a rally outside City Hall, chanting, “No new jail,” to protest the proposed relocation of the detention facility from downtown Jacksonville.

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‘Long time coming’: City of Jacksonville unveils marker honoring civil rights martyr Johnnie Mae Chappell

Read full article: ‘Long time coming’: City of Jacksonville unveils marker honoring civil rights martyr Johnnie Mae Chappell

Jacksonville officials will unveil a historic marker to remember civil rights martyr Johnnie Mae Chappell on Friday at 10 a.m. at the Lincoln Villa Community Center.

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#AskJAXTDY | Who is responsible for municipal decision-making?

Read full article: #AskJAXTDY | Who is responsible for municipal decision-making?

Jacksonville Today reader Judy J. is curious about the division of labor inside City Hall. “It seems like the mayor and the City Council are always sparring over whose responsibility different decisions are,” she says.

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City of Jacksonville to unveil marker honoring civil rights martyr Johnnie Mae Chappell

Read full article: City of Jacksonville to unveil marker honoring civil rights martyr Johnnie Mae Chappell

Jacksonville officials will unveil a historic marker to remember civil rights martyr Johnnie Mae Chappell on Friday at 10 a.m. at the Lincoln Villa Community Center.

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Mayor Deegan hosts town hall from Atlantic Coast high on budget

Read full article: Mayor Deegan hosts town hall from Atlantic Coast high on budget

Mayor Donna Deegan is hosting her third town hall discussing the City of Jacksonville’s budget priorities with residents.

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Hundreds turn out for Jacksonville’s belated Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Grand Parade

Read full article: Hundreds turn out for Jacksonville’s belated Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Grand Parade

The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be celebrated in Jacksonville during Black History Month after the 44th annual parade was postponed in January.

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Edward Waters University honored with ‘Legacy Award’ from City of Jacksonville during Black History Month event

Read full article: Edward Waters University honored with ‘Legacy Award’ from City of Jacksonville during Black History Month event

The Mayor’s African American Advisory Committee held an event at City Hall on Thursday morning to commemorate Black History Month.

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There are 10 major downtown projects in the works. Here’s when they are expected to be completed

Read full article: There are 10 major downtown projects in the works. Here’s when they are expected to be completed

Sometimes called the “City of Renderings,” Jacksonville is working to shed that nickname as officials prepare to give an update on several downtown projects Monday morning.

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Jacksonville officials highlight projects, say city is ‘making real progress toward a vibrant and thriving downtown’

Read full article: Jacksonville officials highlight projects, say city is ‘making real progress toward a vibrant and thriving downtown’

Sometimes called the “City of Renderings,” Jacksonville is working to shed that nickname as officials prepare to give an update on several downtown projects Monday morning.

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‘Another step closer’: City and UF make strides toward new graduate campus in downtown Jacksonville

Read full article: ‘Another step closer’: City and UF make strides toward new graduate campus in downtown Jacksonville

The city of Jacksonville rolled out the latest developments for the University of Florida’s graduate campus in downtown Jacksonville.

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Jacksonville Police and Fire Pension Fund under 45% funded, aims for full recovery by 2056

Read full article: Jacksonville Police and Fire Pension Fund under 45% funded, aims for full recovery by 2056

Jacksonville's Police and Fire Pension Fund remains under 45% funded, despite strong investment returns over the past year. The pension plan closed to new entrants in 2017 as part of a reform effort, is projected to be fully funded by 2056.

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JAXPORT CEO shared updates on major growth projects, future plans during State of the Port address

Read full article: JAXPORT CEO shared updates on major growth projects, future plans during State of the Port address

The future of Jacksonville’s port is looking strong, according to JAXPORT leaders who shared their vision for growth at the annual State of the Port address.

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Watch Live: Mayor Deegan hosts third town hall from Jacksonville Beach on budget

Read full article: Watch Live: Mayor Deegan hosts third town hall from Jacksonville Beach on budget

Mayor Donna Deegan is hosting her third town hall discussing the City of Jacksonville’s budget priorities with residents.

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Jacksonville chief health officer talks rise in flu cases across US, what you can do to protect yourself

Read full article: Jacksonville chief health officer talks rise in flu cases across US, what you can do to protect yourself

Dr. Sunil Joshi, the city’s chief health officer talked with News4JAX from Mayor Donna Deegan’s town hall to talk about the spike in flu cases across the United States, what the city is doing, and what you can do to protect yourself.

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Runners participate in final day of DONNA Marathon Weekend

Read full article: Runners participate in final day of DONNA Marathon Weekend

Hundreds ran in the annual Donna Deegan Breast Cancer Marathon to fight for hope and remembrance.

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‘My forever shining star’: Community continues to remember and honor 7-year-old boy killed in shooting

Read full article: ‘My forever shining star’: Community continues to remember and honor 7-year-old boy killed in shooting

Nearly a week after a 7-year-old boy was shot and killed while walking down the street, his family is inviting the community to celebrate his much too short life on Thursday with a candlelight vigil.

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Running for hope: Donna Deegan Breast Cancer Marathon unites community in fight against cancer

Read full article: Running for hope: Donna Deegan Breast Cancer Marathon unites community in fight against cancer

Hundreds ran in the annual Donna Deegan Breast Cancer Marathon to fight for hope and remembrance.

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‘His memory is in our hearts’: Community comes together to honor 7-year-old boy killed in shooting

Read full article: ‘His memory is in our hearts’: Community comes together to honor 7-year-old boy killed in shooting

Nearly a week after a 7-year-old boy was shot and killed while walking down the street, his family is inviting the community to celebrate his much too short life on Thursday with a candlelight vigil.

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Jacksonville City Council introduces resolution questioning General Counsel’s role amid veto dispute over trash contract

Read full article: Jacksonville City Council introduces resolution questioning General Counsel’s role amid veto dispute over trash contract

Some Jacksonville City Council members are questioning the job performance of the city’s top legal officer, General Counsel Michael Fackler, following Mayor Donna Deegan’s recent veto of a controversial waste contract.

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Meridian Waste threatens lawsuit over disputed 29% contract increase approved by council, vetoed by mayor

Read full article: Meridian Waste threatens lawsuit over disputed 29% contract increase approved by council, vetoed by mayor

Meridian Waste threatens legal action after Jacksonville’s General Counsel invalidates a City Council-approved 29% pay raise for waste haulers.

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‘Just the beginning’: River City Readers marks one year of opening ‘doors to new worlds’

Read full article: ‘Just the beginning’: River City Readers marks one year of opening ‘doors to new worlds’

25 readers were honored Monday at a City Hall ceremony commemorating the one-year anniversary of River City Readers, a citywide challenge to help more Duval County students read at a grade level.

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‘This is what democracy is’: Community gathers to discuss city budget priorities with Mayor Deegan

Read full article: ‘This is what democracy is’: Community gathers to discuss city budget priorities with Mayor Deegan

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan kicked off a series of town hall meetings to discuss budget priorities with residents. The first event, held at the Legends Center, drew a packed crowd with several priorities on their mind.

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‘Steeped in history’: Modern upgrades honor legacy of historic J.P. Small Park and Hank Aaron Field in Durkeeville

Read full article: ‘Steeped in history’: Modern upgrades honor legacy of historic J.P. Small Park and Hank Aaron Field in Durkeeville

The legendary Durkee Field built in 1912, now known as James P. Small Park and Hank Aaron Field, received improvements to the ballfield, which will be celebrated in a ceremony Friday.

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Decca Live music venue one step closer to bringing life to downtown Jacksonville

Read full article: Decca Live music venue one step closer to bringing life to downtown Jacksonville

A new music venue came to life after Thursday’s ribbon-cutting ceremony.

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Former Jacksonville Chief Administrative Officer Sam Mousa dies at 72

Read full article: Former Jacksonville Chief Administrative Officer Sam Mousa dies at 72

Former Jacksonville Chief Administrative Officer Sam Mousa died at 72 years old on Wednesday night, according to our partner JAX Today.

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Jacksonville mayor stresses ‘the safest place to be is at home’ as icy roadways expected

Read full article: Jacksonville mayor stresses ‘the safest place to be is at home’ as icy roadways expected

Mayor Donna Deegan, along with other city officials, provided an update on winter storm preparations Tuesday evening, urging Northeast Florida residents to avoid traveling on icy roads.

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City council votes to overturn Mayor Deegan’s veto of 29% increase for waste hauler contract

Read full article: City council votes to overturn Mayor Deegan’s veto of 29% increase for waste hauler contract

The Jacksonville city council overturned Mayor Donna Deegan’s veto over how much the city pays for trash pickup at a Tuesday night meeting.

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‘Unfortunate that it’s been made a political tool': Deegan speaks on airport hologram, says removal is Wi-FI related

Read full article: ‘Unfortunate that it’s been made a political tool': Deegan speaks on airport hologram, says removal is Wi-FI related

It’s been almost a month since Jacksonville unveiled a hologram of Mayor Donna Deegan at Jacksonville International Airport; however, it hasn’t been well-received by every member of the City Council since its reveal.

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Former DTU president accused of fraud ‘accurately reported her compensation to the federal government,’ attorney says

Read full article: Former DTU president accused of fraud ‘accurately reported her compensation to the federal government,’ attorney says

One day after the former president of Duval Teachers United was indicted and accused of conspiring to steal over $1 million, a high-profile attorney has provided a statement claiming she “accurately reported her compensation” to the federal government.

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$1.5 million appropriation for LaVilla transit project on Jacksonville council agenda

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The Jacksonville City Council is set to discuss an ordinance introduced by Mayor Donna Deegan at tomorrow’s council meeting, aiming to allocate $1.5 million for the LaVilla Transit Innovation and Equity Project.

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Deegan vetoes 29% trash increase that she says would have paid for ‘lobbyist fees, employee appreciation cookouts’

Read full article: Deegan vetoes 29% trash increase that she says would have paid for ‘lobbyist fees, employee appreciation cookouts’

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan and the city council are at odds over how much the city pays for trash pickup.

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‘Send the thing back’: City Council members express dismay over funds used to purchase airport hologram

Read full article: ‘Send the thing back’: City Council members express dismay over funds used to purchase airport hologram

It’s been almost a month since Jacksonville unveiled a hologram of Mayor Donna Deegan at Jacksonville International Airport; however, it hasn’t been well-received by every member of the City Council since its reveal.

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Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Department names headquarters in honor of Gary F. Keys Sr.

Read full article: Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Department names headquarters in honor of Gary F. Keys Sr.

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department will hold a naming ceremony Thursday for its headquarters building at 515 N. Julia St.

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#AskJAXTDY | How does city win by giving incentives to ICE?

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A Jacksonville Today reader, Alex S., questions the $21 million in incentives approved for an expansion of Intercontinental Exchange Inc., a Fortune 500 company known as ICE.

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New phase of Florida law targets public sleeping, allows lawsuits

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The final phase of a new Florida law, which bans sleeping in public spaces such as sidewalks and parks, took effect Wednesday.

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Attempts on Trump’s life, Florida amendments, Deegan asked to resign: Here are our top political stories of 2024

Read full article: Attempts on Trump’s life, Florida amendments, Deegan asked to resign: Here are our top political stories of 2024

Here are eight of the biggest political stories we covered in 2024, in no particular order.

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City says Meals on Wheels waiting list reduced by 45% since July with addition of $2M for Senior Food Insecurity Program

Read full article: City says Meals on Wheels waiting list reduced by 45% since July with addition of $2M for Senior Food Insecurity Program

Feeding elderly, food-insecure residents was one of the priorities identified by the health committee of Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan’s transition team.

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City unveils ‘hologram’ message from Mayor Deegan at Jacksonville airport

Read full article: City unveils ‘hologram’ message from Mayor Deegan at Jacksonville airport

Jacksonville will be one of the first cities in the U.S. to use an innovative platform that features an “incredibly lifelike” 3D “hologram” of the mayor.

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Intercontinental Exchange to establish national headquarters of mortgage technology division in Jacksonville

Read full article: Intercontinental Exchange to establish national headquarters of mortgage technology division in Jacksonville

City officials, JAXUSA Partnership and business leaders will announce Tuesday the details of a financial service company’s expansion in Jacksonville.

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Mayor, JFRD chief stress importance of fire safety amid recent incidents that left at least 2 dead, 4 injured

Read full article: Mayor, JFRD chief stress importance of fire safety amid recent incidents that left at least 2 dead, 4 injured

At least three fires broke out in Jacksonville during the weekend, raising concerns about fire safety as the colder months approach.

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Mayor consulted ethics expert before attending party on Shad Khan’s yacht, says value of event less than $50 per person

Read full article: Mayor consulted ethics expert before attending party on Shad Khan’s yacht, says value of event less than $50 per person

Attending a holiday party is a normal occurrence this time of year but it’s a little different when you attend a holiday party on a yacht hosted by billionaire and Jaguars owner Shad Khan.

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State mandate minus funding only intensifying Jacksonville’s homelessness crisis, mayor says

Read full article: State mandate minus funding only intensifying Jacksonville’s homelessness crisis, mayor says

Mayor Donna Deegan said funding is a key issue in the push to help people who are experiencing homelessness.

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City of Jacksonville kicks off holiday season with lighting of massive tree during Art Walk

Read full article: City of Jacksonville kicks off holiday season with lighting of massive tree during Art Walk

News4JAX is counting down to Wednesday evening when the City of Jacksonville will hold its Christmas tree lighting.

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Mayor Deegan, USL officials announce arrival of 1st women’s major league sports franchise in Jacksonville

Read full article: Mayor Deegan, USL officials announce arrival of 1st women’s major league sports franchise in Jacksonville

Sporting JAX, a club founded in 2020, is announcing the arrival of Jacksonville’s first women’s major league sports franchise in the city on Tuesday.

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City votes to spend over $1M to increase homeless shelter capacity in Jacksonville

Read full article: City votes to spend over $1M to increase homeless shelter capacity in Jacksonville

Jacksonville City Council will vote Tuesday on an ordinance that would provide more than a million dollars toward increasing homeless shelter capacity.

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