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39 people have died in motorcycle crashes so far this year, JSO says. That’s 14 more than the same period last year
Read full article: 39 people have died in motorcycle crashes so far this year, JSO says. That’s 14 more than the same period last yearDuval County is on track to see more motorcycle deaths than last year.
Anchor Academy, Mayport parents grapple with emotions of potential consolidation, ‘nobody wants their school to close’
Read full article: Anchor Academy, Mayport parents grapple with emotions of potential consolidation, ‘nobody wants their school to close’Duval County Schools are once again considering consolidating schools, this time focusing on Mayport Elementary and Anchor Academy as part of an effort to optimize its resources.
JTA CEO says multi-million dollar autonomous vehicle venture is a ‘smart investment’ in Jacksonville
Read full article: JTA CEO says multi-million dollar autonomous vehicle venture is a ‘smart investment’ in JacksonvilleNathaniel Ford, CEO of the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), sat down with This Week in Jacksonville host Kent Justice to share what’s happening and what’s coming next.
Northside food trucks unite to feed community as SNAP benefits delay continues to affect families
Read full article: Northside food trucks unite to feed community as SNAP benefits delay continues to affect familiesFood trucks in Jacksonville's Trout River Food Park provided free meals as SNAP benefits delay continues to affect local families.
Fletcher High marching band only DCPS band representing district at state level this year
Read full article: Fletcher High marching band only DCPS band representing district at state level this yearThe Fletcher High School Marching Band is making Duval County proud as they compete at state this year.
‘Feed the Ville’: Northside program helps families and small businesses stay afloat during shutdown
Read full article: ‘Feed the Ville’: Northside program helps families and small businesses stay afloat during shutdownNorthside Pride, a community-based nonprofit, launched what it calls the “Feed the Ville Business Support Program.” The organization donated $5,000 to four neighborhood markets and restaurants to help families and workers weather the ongoing government shutdown.
Intense fire at Jacksonville gas station involving SUV caught on camera, ‘We thought it was going to explode’
Read full article: Intense fire at Jacksonville gas station involving SUV caught on camera, ‘We thought it was going to explode’A white SUV caught fire early Sunday evening at the Gate gas station on Emerson Street near Philips Highway in Jacksonville, causing panic among nearby witnesses who feared a massive explosion.
Gone but not forgotten: Veterans remembered in restored Historic African-American Spring Park cemetery
Read full article: Gone but not forgotten: Veterans remembered in restored Historic African-American Spring Park cemeteryArmy veteran Veronica Kight led a community effort to restore a neglected cemetery, now recognized as a historic site, ensuring veterans are remembered.
Hundreds take to downtown Jacksonville streets to honor service members at Veterans Day parade
Read full article: Hundreds take to downtown Jacksonville streets to honor service members at Veterans Day paradeThe streets of downtown Jacksonville were decked in red, white and blue for the city’s Veterans Day parade Tuesday morning.
‘Fix this right now’: Jacksonville mother demands apartment management repair ongoing issues amid rent hike
Read full article: ‘Fix this right now’: Jacksonville mother demands apartment management repair ongoing issues amid rent hikeA Jacksonville mother and resident at Golden Shores of Jacksonville is frustrated with her apartment complex's attempt to raise rent despite unresolved maintenance issues.
Eastside organization calls for oversight of Community Benefits Agreement funds, alleges mismanagement
Read full article: Eastside organization calls for oversight of Community Benefits Agreement funds, alleges mismanagementThe Together Eastside Coalition is demanding greater transparency and oversight of redevelopment funds in Jacksonville's Eastside, accusing Lift Jax of mismanaging funds meant for community improvement.
Arrest made in animal cruelty case of emaciated Great Dane found in Jacksonville
Read full article: Arrest made in animal cruelty case of emaciated Great Dane found in JacksonvilleA Good Samaritan who found an emaciated Great Dane in Jacksonville is pleading that anyone with information about the incident come forward.
Jacksonville councilman to request $2M in emergency funding to help those impacted by SNAP benefits disruptions
Read full article: Jacksonville councilman to request $2M in emergency funding to help those impacted by SNAP benefits disruptionsA Jacksonville councilman will hold a meeting Friday morning at City Hall to address the disruption of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) amid the federal government shutdown.
‘The place to be since ‘33′: Pete’s Bar voted best dive bar for JAXBest 2025
Read full article: ‘The place to be since ‘33′: Pete’s Bar voted best dive bar for JAXBest 2025Voted over MVP’s Sports, Rascal’s Bar, and Sherwood’s, Pete’s Bar, located at 117 First St in Neptune Beach, takes home the JAXBest 2025 crown for best dive bar.
Man, 48, dies after being hit by SUV while crossing Normandy Boulevard in Duval County
Read full article: Man, 48, dies after being hit by SUV while crossing Normandy Boulevard in Duval CountyA Jacksonville man died Thursday evening after being hit by an SUV while he was crossing Normandy Boulevard in Duval County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Jacksonville prepares for Veterans Day parade downtown. Here’s what to know before you go
Read full article: Jacksonville prepares for Veterans Day parade downtown. Here’s what to know before you goThe city of Jacksonville is gearing up for the annual Veterans’ Day Parade on Tuesday in downtown Jacksonville.
‘Point of Pride’: DCPS earns first ‘A’ grade; officials address rise in student pedestrian accidents
Read full article: ‘Point of Pride’: DCPS earns first ‘A’ grade; officials address rise in student pedestrian accidentsDuring a joint meeting on Thursday between the Jacksonville City Council and the Duval County School Board, leaders discussed both the district’s academic turnaround and a troubling increase in accidents involving students walking to and from school.
‘He was in really bad shape’: Jacksonville woman who found emaciated Great Dane described his condition
Read full article: ‘He was in really bad shape’: Jacksonville woman who found emaciated Great Dane described his conditionA Good Samaritan who found an emaciated Great Dane in Jacksonville is pleading that anyone with information about the incident come forward.
Family pleads for justice after man known as ‘Tiger’ shot and killed in Brentwood
Read full article: Family pleads for justice after man known as ‘Tiger’ shot and killed in BrentwoodA Jacksonville family is heartbroken and searching for answers after 38-year-old Kenance “Tiger” Bronson was shot and killed over the weekend in the city’s Brentwood neighborhood.
Reward increased for finding those responsible for emaciated Great Dane found in Jacksonville
Read full article: Reward increased for finding those responsible for emaciated Great Dane found in JacksonvilleA Good Samaritan discovered a severely emaciated Great Dane curled up on the side of the road. The dog’s desperate condition sparked an outpouring of support on social media, with the community begging for someone to save him.
What’s next? Chase Properties unveils redevelopment plans for DCPS riverfront property after board approves $17M offer
Read full article: What’s next? Chase Properties unveils redevelopment plans for DCPS riverfront property after board approves $17M offerA long-awaited vision for Jacksonville’s riverfront is finally taking shape, as Chase Properties prepares to turn the Duval County School Board’s former headquarters into a luxury, mixed-use destination.
Emaciated Great Dane named Miracle found in Jacksonville, community urged to help find person responsible
Read full article: Emaciated Great Dane named Miracle found in Jacksonville, community urged to help find person responsibleA Good Samaritan discovered a severely emaciated Great Dane curled up on the side of the road. The dog’s desperate condition sparked an outpouring of support on social media, with the community begging for someone to save him.
Navy veteran awarded $45K settlement after JSO arrest for charges that were dropped, pushes for police accountability
Read full article: Navy veteran awarded $45K settlement after JSO arrest for charges that were dropped, pushes for police accountabilityA U.S. Navy veteran who was arrested by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO), for charges that were later dropped, is speaking out after receiving a $45,000 settlement from the city earlier this year.
Homes, busy streets and gas stations: Jacksonville sees troubling surge in shootings over past three days
Read full article: Homes, busy streets and gas stations: Jacksonville sees troubling surge in shootings over past three daysJacksonville has seen a troubling series of shootings over the past three days, with incidents occurring at homes, on busy streets, and even outside a gas station.
Large plume of black smoke near EverBank Stadium came from ATV fire, no injuries: JFRD
Read full article: Large plume of black smoke near EverBank Stadium came from ATV fire, no injuries: JFRDA large plume of black smoke that could be seen near EverBank Stadium came from an ATV fire, Jacksonville Fire and Rescue said.
Jacksonville councilman calls for increased safety measures after another shooting along Harts Road
Read full article: Jacksonville councilman calls for increased safety measures after another shooting along Harts RoadAnother shooting along Harts Road on Jacksonville’s Northside is raising new concerns about crime in the area and prompting renewed calls for safety improvements.
St. Johns River Water Management District shifts watering restrictions to once per week on Nov. 2
Read full article: St. Johns River Water Management District shifts watering restrictions to once per week on Nov. 2The St. Johns River Water Management District is reminding residents and businesses across the Lower St. Johns River basin that watering restrictions will change to once per week on Nov. 2.
A Clay County mother told News4JAX her child got pinworms at school. Days later, a Duval County mother tells us the same
Read full article: A Clay County mother told News4JAX her child got pinworms at school. Days later, a Duval County mother tells us the sameA Duval County mother said her son contracted pinworms at New Berlin Elementary School, adding that the first grader came home with the infection at the end of September, leading to a difficult experience for her family.
Man driving SUV dies in crash with Jeep on Jacksonville’s southside
Read full article: Man driving SUV dies in crash with Jeep on Jacksonville’s southsideA man in his 50s died following a crash at the intersection of Monument and Lee roads in Jacksonville, marking the 141st traffic fatality in Duval County this year.
Fletcher High School temporarily locked down due to online threat, student who made threat facing ‘severe consequences’
Read full article: Fletcher High School temporarily locked down due to online threat, student who made threat facing ‘severe consequences’Fletcher High School was briefly placed on lockdown on Wednesday after an online threat to “shoot up the school” was made by a student, according to the school’s principal.
Jacksonville mother says students bully her daughter with drill rap songs about her son’s 2022 killing
Read full article: Jacksonville mother says students bully her daughter with drill rap songs about her son’s 2022 killingA Jacksonville mother is highlighting her family's pain from bullying in school, stemming from students making drill raps about her son's murder.
Fans urged to get to gates early for Florida-Georgia game because of EverBank Stadium construction
Read full article: Fans urged to get to gates early for Florida-Georgia game because of EverBank Stadium constructionConstruction around EverBank Stadium is leading officials to encourage Florida-Georgia fans to arrive even earlier than usual for Saturday's game.
What you need to know if you’re going to Florida-Georgia in Jacksonville
Read full article: What you need to know if you’re going to Florida-Georgia in JacksonvilleWhether you have tickets to Saturday’s annual Florida-Georgia game in Jacksonville or you just plan to head downtown for some tailgating tradition, we have some important information you need to know.
Charter school company hopes to operate within 25 Duval public schools : Jax Today
Read full article: Charter school company hopes to operate within 25 Duval public schools : Jax TodayMiami-based charter school operator Mater Academy, which is targeting school districts across the state under the expanded “Schools of Hope” program, has major plans for Duval County, according to a report from our news partner, Jacksonville Today.
Jacksonville nonprofit CEO fired following public criticism of role in private consulting company
Read full article: Jacksonville nonprofit CEO fired following public criticism of role in private consulting companyThe chief executive officer of a local nonprofit that says it is dedicated to investing millions annually in Duval County’s youth programs and services was fired on Wednesday.
RISE Doro begins leasing apartments nearly 2 years after devastating fire just days before scheduled 2024 opening
Read full article: RISE Doro begins leasing apartments nearly 2 years after devastating fire just days before scheduled 2024 openingNearly two years after the $60 million RISE Doro complex in Jacksonville burned down days before its scheduled opening in January 2024, the luxury apartments are now available for lease.
19-year-old former multi-sport star at Paxon dies after battle with cancer
Read full article: 19-year-old former multi-sport star at Paxon dies after battle with cancerEarly last year, a month after Paxon School for Advanced Studies senior Kennedy Waymer was named News4JAX’s All-Star Athlete, she felt a pain in her throwing arm while practicing with her school’s softball team.
Donate Shoeboxes of Love to help those who are homeless in Jacksonville
Read full article: Donate Shoeboxes of Love to help those who are homeless in JacksonvilleYou can make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness by donating to the City Rescue Mission’s Annual Shoeboxes of Love project through Nov. 25.
‘We’re carrying people’s children’: Duval County bus drivers highlight safety during National Bus Safety Week
Read full article: ‘We’re carrying people’s children’: Duval County bus drivers highlight safety during National Bus Safety WeekDuring School Bus Safety Week, a Duval County driver opens up about the real-life challenges behind the wheel — from keeping students safe to dealing with distracted drivers. Plus, how new technology is helping track students and bring peace of mind to parents.
‘That was my baby who should still be here’: Mother speaks out after mistrial in 2022 drive-by murder of 13-year-old
Read full article: ‘That was my baby who should still be here’: Mother speaks out after mistrial in 2022 drive-by murder of 13-year-oldThe mother of 13-year-old Prince Holland, who was killed in a 2022 drive-by shooting, is speaking out for the first time since two shocking court verdicts earlier this month.
‘Justified in defending himself’: Lawyers for man acquitted of charges in 2021 deadly Hyatt shooting react to verdict
Read full article: ‘Justified in defending himself’: Lawyers for man acquitted of charges in 2021 deadly Hyatt shooting react to verdictA man was acquitted of all charges in connection with a deadly shooting at a downtown Jacksonville hotel in 2021, according to a release sent Monday from his attoneys.
Eastside apartment residents say they are still waiting for promised renovations since new owners took over
Read full article: Eastside apartment residents say they are still waiting for promised renovations since new owners took overMore than a year after new owners promised renovations at two Eastside apartment complexes, residents said they’re still waiting to see the improvements while dealing with persistent maintenance issues.
Man acquitted of all charges in connection with 2021 deadly double shooting at Jacksonville Hyatt
Read full article: Man acquitted of all charges in connection with 2021 deadly double shooting at Jacksonville HyattA man was acquitted of all charges in connection with a deadly shooting at a downtown Jacksonville hotel in 2021, according to a release sent Monday from his attoneys.
A man in a wheelchair was hit in San Souci. Now his family wants answers as to who did it
Read full article: A man in a wheelchair was hit in San Souci. Now his family wants answers as to who did itA Jacksonville woman made a plea to the public to help find the driver responsible for hitting her brother, who is in a wheelchair, leaving him with broken bones.
‘You’re not alone’: Thousands of ‘No Kings’ protesters march to Duval County Courthouse chanting, waving signs
Read full article: ‘You’re not alone’: Thousands of ‘No Kings’ protesters march to Duval County Courthouse chanting, waving signsThousands of people marched from Friendship Fountain to the Duval County Courthouse on Saturday afternoon to join the nationwide “No Kings” protests against President Donald Trump’s administration.
Atlantic Beach residents question city’s effectiveness in enforcing ordinance banning rentals under 90 days
Read full article: Atlantic Beach residents question city’s effectiveness in enforcing ordinance banning rentals under 90 daysNeighbors in Atlantic Beach say short-term rentals are slipping through the cracks despite a city ordinance banning rentals under 90 days in residential areas.
It’s back! Kids Free November returns with family fun & discounts across Jacksonville
Read full article: It’s back! Kids Free November returns with family fun & discounts across JacksonvilleJacksonville is inviting families to enjoy Kids Free November, a month-long celebration offering free or discounted admission for children at more than a dozen popular local attractions.
White male kitchen worker at TPC Sawgrass accuses PGA Tour of racial, sex-based discrimination in lawsuit after firing
Read full article: White male kitchen worker at TPC Sawgrass accuses PGA Tour of racial, sex-based discrimination in lawsuit after firingA Duval County man who worked in the kitchen at the PGA Tour in Ponte Vedra Beach is suing the company, saying he was discriminated against because he is a white male.
DCPS turned down a $20M retirement community deal. What did other bidders offer?
Read full article: DCPS turned down a $20M retirement community deal. What did other bidders offer?The Duval County School Board’s decision to turn down a $20 million bid for its riverfront headquarters has ignited a deeper look at what other offers were in the running — and what they promised to bring.
Motorcycle deaths are dropping across Florida. But they’re on the rise in Duval County, data shows
Read full article: Motorcycle deaths are dropping across Florida. But they’re on the rise in Duval County, data shows2025 has been a deadly year for people on motorcycles, especially in Duval County. According to data from the Florida Highway and Safety Motor Vehicles, there have been more than 300 motorcycle crashes in Duval County, resulting in more than 280 injuries in addition to the 36 fatalities.
Is former Jacksonville Mayor Curry plotting a political comeback? Here’s the answer
Read full article: Is former Jacksonville Mayor Curry plotting a political comeback? Here’s the answerFormer Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry has sparked speculation about a political comeback following recent media appearances
13 middle school students face possible battery charges after Jacksonville boy, 11, injured after football practice
Read full article: 13 middle school students face possible battery charges after Jacksonville boy, 11, injured after football practiceMore than a dozen students accused of attacking another student in a Jacksonville school have been issued juvenile civil citations and face possible charges, according to Duval County Public Schools (DCPS).
City council to vote on resolution that would allow Duval County School Board to hire its own legal counsel
Read full article: City council to vote on resolution that would allow Duval County School Board to hire its own legal counselThe Jacksonville City Council is expected to vote on a resolution on Tuesday that could change how the Duval County School Board gets legal advice by allowing the board to hire its own attorney.
‘Stomped on him with cleats’: Family says unsupervised teammates attacked Duval County middle schooler in locker room
Read full article: ‘Stomped on him with cleats’: Family says unsupervised teammates attacked Duval County middle schooler in locker roomThe grandmother of a Duval County Public Schools student says her family is now speaking with an attorney after her 11-year-old grandson was attacked by more than 10 teammates inside a Landmark Middle School locker room.
CEO of Changing Homelessness says nonprofit cut payment processing times amid complaints over delays
Read full article: CEO of Changing Homelessness says nonprofit cut payment processing times amid complaints over delaysA Jacksonville nonprofit serving homeless veterans has cut its payment processing time to two days following complaints earlier this year about delayed rent payments to landlords.
‘Legacy lives on’: JSO remembers veteran corrections officer killed a year ago at Northside truck stop
Read full article: ‘Legacy lives on’: JSO remembers veteran corrections officer killed a year ago at Northside truck stopSunday marks one year since the day a veteran corrections officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office lost his life after stepping into a domestic dispute at a truck stop on Jacksonville’s northside.
Early morning crash causes heavy damage to family-run North Jacksonville furniture store
Read full article: Early morning crash causes heavy damage to family-run North Jacksonville furniture storeEarly Sunday morning, a vehicle crashed through the front of a Northside mattress store in Jacksonville, causing heavy damage.
Local state rep calls for Duval school board member to resign over controversial social media comment
Read full article: Local state rep calls for Duval school board member to resign over controversial social media commentA state representative is demanding the resignation of a Duval County School Board member after a controversial comment on a social media post that targeted people with liberal politics, who were accused of spreading hate. The post, shared by a page called “LibsofDuval,” featured a Duval County parent speaking during public comment at this week’s school board meeting. The page also called out other Jacksonville leaders with liberal views.
What led to the not guilty verdict in the Prince Holland murder case? An attorney says it’s what the jury didn’t hear
Read full article: What led to the not guilty verdict in the Prince Holland murder case? An attorney says it’s what the jury didn’t hearA defense attorney not connected to the Prince Holland murder case talked about what led to the different outcomes of the two accused men.
‘I am truly sorry’: Former Duval teachers union president pleads guilty in $1.2 million federal fraud case
Read full article: ‘I am truly sorry’: Former Duval teachers union president pleads guilty in $1.2 million federal fraud caseFormer Duval Teachers United President Teresa “Terrie” Brady pleaded guilty Thursday in federal court in connection with a fraud scheme that investigators say stole more than $1.2 million from the union over nearly a decade.
Duval County school promotes road safety in a unique way to mark International Walk to School Day
Read full article: Duval County school promotes road safety in a unique way to mark International Walk to School DayTo mark International Walk to School Day, a Duval County school came up with a unique idea to teach students safe pedestrian skills while promoting physical activity by walking or biking to school.
Accused shooter in murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland found not guilty on all counts
Read full article: Accused shooter in murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland found not guilty on all countsClosing arguments were set to begin Wednesday morning in the murder trial of two Jacksonville men accused in the 2022 drive-by shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland.
DCPS headquarters staying by St. Johns River for now; district is exploring ‘alternative relocation options’
Read full article: DCPS headquarters staying by St. Johns River for now; district is exploring ‘alternative relocation options’The Duval County School Board voted unanimously Tuesday night against selling its Southbank headquarters and buying another building in the Baymeadows area.
City council committee workshops aim to boost education, mentorship for youths in Jacksonville
Read full article: City council committee workshops aim to boost education, mentorship for youths in JacksonvilleThe committee, chaired by Councilmember Terrance Freeman and established by Council President Kevin Carrico, was created to enhance communication between city agencies and their partners, focusing on education, mentorship, workforce readiness, and safe community spaces for Jacksonville’s younger population.
City reviewing building permit for $696M portion of EverBank Stadium renovation
Read full article: City reviewing building permit for $696M portion of EverBank Stadium renovationThe City of Jacksonville is reviewing a building permit application for the largest $696.5 million portion of the $1.4 billion “Stadium of the Future” renovation of EverBank Stadium, according to News4JAX partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.
What should replace the Duval County School Board building on Jacksonville’s Southbank?
Read full article: What should replace the Duval County School Board building on Jacksonville’s Southbank?News4JAX wants to know, if the Duval County School Board takes up the issue of selling the Southbank property again, what do YOU want to see replace the headquarters along the Southbank?
Juries deliberating in trial of 2 Jacksonville men accused in murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland
Read full article: Juries deliberating in trial of 2 Jacksonville men accused in murder of 13-year-old Prince HollandClosing arguments were set to begin Wednesday morning in the murder trial of two Jacksonville men accused in the 2022 drive-by shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland.
DCPS unanimously votes not to sell current administration building; also rejects purchase of Prominence Parkway property
Read full article: DCPS unanimously votes not to sell current administration building; also rejects purchase of Prominence Parkway propertyDuval County Schools is preparing to vote on a significant proposal that could move its district headquarters away from the Southbank riverfront location it has occupied for decades. However, District 3 Board Member Cindy Pearson expressed concerns about the deal on Facebook hours before the vote takes place on Tuesday afternoon, calling it “bad deals for DCPS and taxpayers.”
Questions remain 6 months after JSO ‘incident’ that led to inmate’s death
Read full article: Questions remain 6 months after JSO ‘incident’ that led to inmate’s deathIt’s been six months since Charles Faggart was hospitalized and later died from his injuries that occurred while in custody at the Duval County Jail, and there are still few answers behind what led to his death.
‘Bad deals for DCPS’: Board member cites payment structure, lack of meeting space as concerns for buying new HQ building
Read full article: ‘Bad deals for DCPS’: Board member cites payment structure, lack of meeting space as concerns for buying new HQ buildingDuval County Schools is preparing to vote on a significant proposal that could move its district headquarters away from the Southbank riverfront location it has occupied for decades. However, District 3 Board Member Cindy Pearson expressed concerns about the deal on Facebook hours before the vote takes place on Tuesday afternoon, calling it “bad deals for DCPS and taxpayers.”
Duval County teachers to benefit from $3M grant to advance civics, U.S. History education
Read full article: Duval County teachers to benefit from $3M grant to advance civics, U.S. History educationDuval County teachers are being given the chance to participate in learning programs that will further advance civics and U.S. History education.
Jacksonville has been spending $35K a year on a bridge that isn’t open. Where is the money going, and will it reopen?
Read full article: Jacksonville has been spending $35K a year on a bridge that isn’t open. Where is the money going, and will it reopen?‘There’s no money,’ Fishermen want to know why Duval County side of George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier remains closed
JSO: Illegal gambling machines seized from Northside business; 2 men arrested
Read full article: JSO: Illegal gambling machines seized from Northside business; 2 men arrestedTwo Jacksonville men are charged with keeping a gambling house after the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says it raided an illegal business on the city’s northside.
One of 2 men charged in murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland testifies in own defense
Read full article: One of 2 men charged in murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland testifies in own defenseA day after opening statements and the beginning of testimony, the trial will resume Thursday morning for two Jacksonville men charged in the drive-by shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland in 2022.
‘So much more you can do’: Concerns raised that retirement community could replace DCPS headquarters along riverfront
Read full article: ‘So much more you can do’: Concerns raised that retirement community could replace DCPS headquarters along riverfrontAs the Duval County School Board prepares for a pivotal vote on the future of its Southbank headquarters, some Jacksonville residents are raising concerns about what could take its place.
Man in custody as police continue to investigate deadly shooting that occurred inside Westside store
Read full article: Man in custody as police continue to investigate deadly shooting that occurred inside Westside storeA man was fatally shot inside a business on Lane Avenue South on Saturday, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. The deadly shooting, which took place inside a barber shop on the roadway, unfolded just minutes after two men entered the store, an employee who witnessed the event told News4JAX.
County-by-county fall events list: 2025 pumpkin patches, haunted houses, hayrides and events around Northeast Florida
Read full article: County-by-county fall events list: 2025 pumpkin patches, haunted houses, hayrides and events around Northeast FloridaNews4JAX has compiled a 2025 list — including multiple Florida counties and Georgia — of the best pumpkin patches, haunted houses and events in your area! Check them out.
All eastbound lanes blocked on Atlantic Blvd. at Hawaii Drive East due to fatal crash: FHP
Read full article: All eastbound lanes blocked on Atlantic Blvd. at Hawaii Drive East due to fatal crash: FHPAll eastbound lanes are blocked on Atlantic Boulevard at Hawaii due to a fatal crash, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Major crash on I-95 North at Old St. Augustine Road blocks multiple lanes
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Major crash on I-95 North at Old St. Augustine Road blocks multiple lanesA major crash is causing delays on I-95 North at Old St. Augustine Road, according to traffic cameras and the Florida Department of Transportation.
‘I was shot 10 times’: Coach who survived drive-by testifies in day 3 of Prince Holland murder trial
Read full article: ‘I was shot 10 times’: Coach who survived drive-by testifies in day 3 of Prince Holland murder trialA day after opening statements and the beginning of testimony, the trial will resume Thursday morning for two Jacksonville men charged in the drive-by shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland in 2022.
Duval County schools using ‘traffic gardens’ in attempt to reduce student accidents, boost road safety awareness
Read full article: Duval County schools using ‘traffic gardens’ in attempt to reduce student accidents, boost road safety awarenessDuval County schools are introducing a new concept called “traffic gardens” to teach students about road safety, and Twin Lakes Academy Elementary is among the schools implementing the program.
Jacksonville Chief Administrative Officer Karen Bowling leaving Mayor’s Office
Read full article: Jacksonville Chief Administrative Officer Karen Bowling leaving Mayor’s OfficeJacksonville’s Chief Administrative Officer Karen Bowling is stepping down from her role, effective Oct. 24, the Mayor’s Office announced Friday.
Vivid testimony from teenage shooting survivor, graphic evidence photos mark Day 2 in Prince Holland murder trial
Read full article: Vivid testimony from teenage shooting survivor, graphic evidence photos mark Day 2 in Prince Holland murder trialA day after opening statements and the beginning of testimony, the trial will resume Thursday morning for two Jacksonville men charged in the drive-by shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland in 2022.
Jacksonville coach honored for heroic act that saved lives of 11, 14, 15-year-olds during deadly 2022 attack
Read full article: Jacksonville coach honored for heroic act that saved lives of 11, 14, 15-year-olds during deadly 2022 attackJaylen Burroughs, the football coach who was shot multiple times while protecting four juveniles in a December 2022 attack, was honored for his “remarkable bravery and love for Jacksonville youth.”
Government shutdown leaves Jacksonville military families bracing for missed paychecks. Local banks are ready to help
Read full article: Government shutdown leaves Jacksonville military families bracing for missed paychecks. Local banks are ready to helpThe federal government shutdown is already putting strain on thousands of local military families, many of whom say they don’t expect another paycheck in October.
