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WEATHER ALERT

2 rip current statements in effect for Duval, Coastal, Inland and Nassau, Coastal, Inland Regions

DUVAL COUNTY


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15 hours ago

‘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 signs

Thousands 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.

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23 hours ago

Dry, sunny weather set the stage for a perfect pumpkin patch visit

Read full article: Dry, sunny weather set the stage for a perfect pumpkin patch visit

With the dry conditions across our region continuing on Saturday, you’ll want to find time to get outdoors, open the windows, and enjoy the day.

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1 day ago

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 days

Neighbors in Atlantic Beach say short-term rentals are slipping through the cracks despite a city ordinance banning rentals under 90 days in residential areas.

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2 days ago

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 Jacksonville

Jacksonville 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.

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2 days ago

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 firing

A 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.

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3 days ago

LIVE: Crash on I-10 East in Duval County, ramp to I-95 South, off-ramp right lane blocked

Read full article: LIVE: Crash on I-10 East in Duval County, ramp to I-95 South, off-ramp right lane blocked

A crash on I-10 East and the ramp to I-95 South has blocked the right lane.

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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.

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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 shows

2025 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.

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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 answer

Former Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry has sparked speculation about a political comeback following recent media appearances

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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 practice

More 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).

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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 counsel

The 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.

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‘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 room

The 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.

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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 delays

A 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.

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Man, 48, dies in crash on I-295 in Duval County

Read full article: Man, 48, dies in crash on I-295 in Duval County

A 48-year-old man from Jacksonville died in a crash Sunday on Interstate 295 in Duval County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

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‘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 stop

Sunday 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.

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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 store

Early Sunday morning, a vehicle crashed through the front of a Northside mattress store in Jacksonville, causing heavy damage.

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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 comment

A 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.

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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 hear

A defense attorney not connected to the Prince Holland murder case talked about what led to the different outcomes of the two accused men.

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‘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 case

Former 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.

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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 Day

To 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.

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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 counts

Closing 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.

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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.

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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 Jacksonville

The 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.

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City reviewing building permit for $696M portion of EverBank Stadium renovation

Read full article: City reviewing building permit for $696M portion of EverBank Stadium renovation

The 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.

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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?

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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 Holland

Closing 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.

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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 property

Duval 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.”

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Man accused of murder in shooting at Southside seafood restaurant

Read full article: Man accused of murder in shooting at Southside seafood restaurant

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of a man accused in a Saturday night shooting at a Southside seafood restaurant.

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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 death

It’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.

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‘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 building

Duval 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.”

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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 education

Duval County teachers are being given the chance to participate in learning programs that will further advance civics and U.S. History education.

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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

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JSO: Illegal gambling machines seized from Northside business; 2 men arrested

Read full article: JSO: Illegal gambling machines seized from Northside business; 2 men arrested

Two 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.

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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 defense

A 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.

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‘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 riverfront

As 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.

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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 store

A 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.

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Man found shot in car after ShotSpotter alert, 911 call

Read full article: Man found shot in car after ShotSpotter alert, 911 call

A man was found shot inside a vehicle on Monday afternoon after a ShotSpotter was activated and alerted police.

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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 Florida

News4JAX 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.

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LIVE RADAR: Scattered showers Sunday and Monday

Read full article: LIVE RADAR: Scattered showers Sunday and Monday

Coastal Flood Warning from coast to Saint Johns River

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Man fatally shot inside business on Lane Avenue South: JSO

Read full article: Man fatally shot inside business on Lane Avenue South: JSO

A man was fatally shot inside a business in the 1500 block of Lane Avenue South on Saturday, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

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Community, entertainment on display at Jax River City Pride Festival in Riverside Park

Read full article: Community, entertainment on display at Jax River City Pride Festival in Riverside Park

It was a day of community and entertainment at the Jax River City Pride Festival in Riverside Park.

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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: FHP

All eastbound lanes are blocked on Atlantic Boulevard at Hawaii due to a fatal crash, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

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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 lanes

A major crash is causing delays on I-95 North at Old St. Augustine Road, according to traffic cameras and the Florida Department of Transportation.

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‘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 trial

A 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.

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Barriers removed at McCoys Creek as city deepens channel to reduce flooding

Read full article: Barriers removed at McCoys Creek as city deepens channel to reduce flooding

The city of Jacksonville and Mayor Donna Deegan announced improvements and additions to the McCoy Creek Outfall on Thursday.

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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 awareness

Duval 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.

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Jacksonville Chief Administrative Officer Karen Bowling leaving Mayor’s Office

Read full article: Jacksonville Chief Administrative Officer Karen Bowling leaving Mayor’s Office

Jacksonville’s Chief Administrative Officer Karen Bowling is stepping down from her role, effective Oct. 24, the Mayor’s Office announced Friday.

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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 trial

A 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.

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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 attack

Jaylen 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.”

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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 help

The 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.

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Opening statements begin for 2 Jacksonville men accused in murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland

Read full article: Opening statements begin for 2 Jacksonville men accused in murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland

Opening statements were set to begin Wednesday morning in the combined trial for two men charged in the drive-by shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland in 2022.

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Jury selection to continue for 2 Jacksonville men accused in murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland

Read full article: Jury selection to continue for 2 Jacksonville men accused in murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland

Two men charged in the tragic drive-by shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland in 2022 will face separate juries in their combined trial.

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Jacksonville restaurant owner plans changes after customer shot inside business

Read full article: Jacksonville restaurant owner plans changes after customer shot inside business

A Jacksonville restaurant owner changed how she runs her business after a man was shot inside early Sunday morning.

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Jury selection begins for 2 Jacksonville men accused in murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland

Read full article: Jury selection begins for 2 Jacksonville men accused in murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland

Two men charged in the tragic drive-by shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland in 2022 will face separate juries in their combined trial.

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Man on bike shoots patron dining at Southside Mexican restaurant: JSO

Read full article: Man on bike shoots patron dining at Southside Mexican restaurant: JSO

A man was injured in an early Sunday morning shooting while at a Southside restaurant, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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19-year-old motorcyclist dies in crash on I-95 south of Baymeadows Road

Read full article: 19-year-old motorcyclist dies in crash on I-95 south of Baymeadows Road

A fatal crash involving a motorcycle and a sedan occurred early Sunday morning on I-95 in Duval County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The incident happened at 12:18 a.m. south of Baymeadows Road.

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Duval County under health alert after blue-green algae toxins detected in St. Johns River

Read full article: Duval County under health alert after blue-green algae toxins detected in St. Johns River

A health alert has been issued in Duval County by the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) after blue-green algae toxins were detected in the St. Johns River.

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Former Jacksonville firefighter sues city claiming ADA breach after he was denied extra study time for promotional exam

Read full article: Former Jacksonville firefighter sues city claiming ADA breach after he was denied extra study time for promotional exam

A former Jacksonville firefighter with ADHD is suing the city, claiming he was denied extra study time and accommodations during a lieutenant promotion exam, alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Mandarin space to be occupied by Mormon temple was originally slated to be 60-home development, councilman says

Read full article: Mandarin space to be occupied by Mormon temple was originally slated to be 60-home development, councilman says

It’s been a few days since the city of Jacksonville approved a $27 million permit for a new 29,000-square-foot temple for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Mandarin area.

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Federal prosecutors subpoena first responders in controversial Duval jail death: The Tributary

Read full article: Federal prosecutors subpoena first responders in controversial Duval jail death: The Tributary

Federal prosecutors have elicited witness testimony since the summer about the controversial death of a 31-year-old father at the Duval County jail, according to copies of nearly a dozen grand jury subpoenas The Tributary obtained through a public-records request.

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Semi-truck fire blocking lanes of I-95 North at 9B

Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Semi-truck fire blocking lanes of I-95 North at 9B

Emergency crews are on the scene of a tractor-trailer fire on I-95 North at SR-9B.

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‘We are moving forward’: City leaders break ground on second segment of Emerald Trail

Read full article: ‘We are moving forward’: City leaders break ground on second segment of Emerald Trail

City leaders held a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday morning to launch the construction of the Hogan Street Link, the second Emerald Trail segment to be completed.

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Ex‑Jaguars employee who stole millions from team pleads not guilty to organized fraud in Duval County

Read full article: Ex‑Jaguars employee who stole millions from team pleads not guilty to organized fraud in Duval County

Former Jacksonville Jaguars employee Amit Patel, who is currently serving 6 1/2 years in a federal prison for stealing more than $22 million from the team over three years, is expected to appear in Duval County court Thursday morning.

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‘Never seen a budget this contentious’: Councilmembers react after marathon meeting leads to passed $2B city budget

Read full article: ‘Never seen a budget this contentious’: Councilmembers react after marathon meeting leads to passed $2B city budget

Jacksonville City Council members endured a nearly 14-hour meeting that stretched into early Wednesday morning to finalize the city’s budget. The session, which began Tuesday afternoon, wrapped up around 4 a.m., marked by intense debates over a property tax reduction and a controversial budget amendment.

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Immigrant rights activist applauds defeat of ‘Big Beautiful Budget Amendments’ that led to passage of $2B city budget

Read full article: Immigrant rights activist applauds defeat of ‘Big Beautiful Budget Amendments’ that led to passage of $2B city budget

After nearly 14 hours of intense debate, the Jacksonville City Council officially passed a $2 billion city budget, in what’s being called one of the most contentious budget battles in recent memory.

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Mayor Deegan ‘disappointed’ by millage rate vote, but grateful City Council passed $2B budget

Read full article: Mayor Deegan ‘disappointed’ by millage rate vote, but grateful City Council passed $2B budget

Shortly after the Jacksonville City Council passed the $2 billion city budget early Wednesday, Mayor Donna Deegan thanked community members for voicing their concerns and councilmembers for coming together to reach a decision.

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Jacksonville City Council passes $2B budget after nearly 14 hours of intense debate

Read full article: Jacksonville City Council passes $2B budget after nearly 14 hours of intense debate

After nearly 14 hours of intense debate, the Jacksonville City Council officially passed a $2 billion city budget, in what’s being called one of the most contentious budget battles in recent memory.

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Jacksonville approves $27 million Mormon temple to be built in Mandarin

Read full article: Jacksonville approves $27 million Mormon temple to be built in Mandarin

The city of Jacksonville has cleared the way for a $27 million, 29,000-square-foot Mormon church to be built in Mandarin.

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Councilwoman who represents residents of troubled Westside apartments says city is ‘working on solutions’

Read full article: Councilwoman who represents residents of troubled Westside apartments says city is ‘working on solutions’

After weeks of attempting to reach City Councilwoman Tyrona Clark-Murray regarding water service issues at a Westside apartment complex, News4JAX finally talked with her Tuesday ahead of a crucial council meeting.

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City Council passes millage rate reduction; approves $2B budget

Read full article: City Council passes millage rate reduction; approves $2B budget

The Jacksonville City Council is set to vote Tuesday on a $2 billion budget that could shape the city’s future for years. The proposal includes a property tax cut and reductions in funding for several core social services, and it’s sparking one of the most contentious political battles City Hall has seen in years.

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City council to make high-stakes Jacksonville budget vote on Tuesday

Read full article: City council to make high-stakes Jacksonville budget vote on Tuesday

The Jacksonville City Council is set to vote Tuesday on a $2 billion budget that could shape the city’s future for years. The proposal includes a property tax cut and reductions in funding for several core social services, and it’s sparking one of the most contentious political battles City Hall has seen in years.

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Jaguars fans celebrate victory Monday despite gritty win over Texans

Read full article: Jaguars fans celebrate victory Monday despite gritty win over Texans

If you’re a Jags fan, you’re probably starting your Monday with a smile.

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DCPS to discuss possible school consolidation at Monday meeting

Read full article: DCPS to discuss possible school consolidation at Monday meeting

Duval County Public Schools will hold a meeting Monday evening to discuss possibly consolidating schools in the district.

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Jacksonville man dies after being hit by 2 cars on Philips Highway

Read full article: Jacksonville man dies after being hit by 2 cars on Philips Highway

A Jacksonville man died Sunday night after being hit by two cars on Philips Highway, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

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Man shot from outside Jacksonville home in stable condition

Read full article: Man shot from outside Jacksonville home in stable condition

Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded early Sunday morning to a shooting at a home near Brookwood Forest Boulevard and Monument Road.

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How this Puerto Rican woman became the driving force behind events celebrating the Hispanic community in Jacksonville

Read full article: How this Puerto Rican woman became the driving force behind events celebrating the Hispanic community in Jacksonville

Duval County is home to one of the largest Hispanic and Latino populations in North Florida, but resources for this growing community have not always been readily available.

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Breezy Jazz House returning to downtown Jacksonville, expected to open in spring 2026

Read full article: Breezy Jazz House returning to downtown Jacksonville, expected to open in spring 2026

The owner of Breezy Jazz House said the lounge is returning to downtown Jacksonville.

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FBI taking lead on investigation into Duval jail death of Charles Faggart: SAO

Read full article: FBI taking lead on investigation into Duval jail death of Charles Faggart: SAO

The State Attorney’s Office said on Thursday that the FBI has taken over the investigation into the death of Charles Faggart, 31, who died three days after an “incident” at the Duval County jail left him in critical condition in April.

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#AskJAXTDY | Should I report my positive COVID test so it can be tracked?

Read full article: #AskJAXTDY | Should I report my positive COVID test so it can be tracked?

Jacksonville Today reader Sherry C. says she and her father got COVID coming back to Florida on a plane. She wonders whether she should report her positive test anywhere so it could be tracked with other people.

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‘Displacement is gentrification’: Eastside leaders warn stadium renovations could price out longtime residents

Read full article: ‘Displacement is gentrification’: Eastside leaders warn stadium renovations could price out longtime residents

As the Jacksonville Jaguars stadium undergoes millions of dollars in renovations, residents of the city’s historic Eastside say they’re caught between promises of revitalization and fears of displacement.

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Duval County school leaders and city officials seek solutions for student pedestrian safety

Read full article: Duval County school leaders and city officials seek solutions for student pedestrian safety

Duval County schools are taking action to improve pedestrian safety for students after a troubling start to the school year that has seen six students hit by cars, with one incident ending in a fatality.

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Child rushed to hospital after crash on I-295 North at Normandy Blvd.

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The Florida Highway Patrol was on the scene of a crash with injuries on I-295 North near Normandy Blvd. Wednesday afternoon.

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Duval County School Board weighs Baymeadows move amidst sale discussions for Southbank HQ

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Duval County School Board members are holding a workshop on Wednesday to learn more about a possible move for the district’s headquarters.

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Former bus driver charged with lewd conduct, accused of inappropriate relationship with student

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A bus driver with Duval County schools was arrested and accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a student.

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‘Definitely painful’: Jacksonville man believes he was infected with flesh-eating bacteria while cutting grass

Read full article: ‘Definitely painful’: Jacksonville man believes he was infected with flesh-eating bacteria while cutting grass

A Northwest Jacksonville man was just released from the hospital after weeks of battling a flesh-eating bacteria.

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Duval County schools consider consolidating Mayport Elementary, Anchor Academy

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Duval County Schools is exploring whether to consolidate Mayport Elementary and Anchor Academy, prompting parents, alumni, and district officials to meet to discuss what such a change could mean for students.

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29 motorcyclists have died in crashes so far this year. JSO says Jacksonville is on track to see more deaths than 2024

Read full article: 29 motorcyclists have died in crashes so far this year. JSO says Jacksonville is on track to see more deaths than 2024

Two motorcyclists died in separate crashes just hours apart Sunday night in Jacksonville, marking the city’s 28th and 29th motorcycle fatalities this year and continuing an alarming upward trend in deadly crashes.

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‘Keep everything fun’: Draw Together Mini Fest brings together art & community

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Draw Together Jax, formerly known as Drink and Draw Jax, brought artists and community members together Sunday for the first-ever Draw Together Mini Fest.

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14-year-old accused in Westside fatal shooting turns himself in: JSO

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A 14-year-old accused of fatally shooting an 18-year-old at an apartment complex on the Westside turned himself in on Friday, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

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‘Not accurate’: Councilman says city won’t shut down Trout River Food Park despite social media rumors

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A Jacksonville councilman said Friday that the city won’t shut down the Trout River Food Park despite the rumors of its closing on the park’s official Facebook page.

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Bortles, Tebow, Chick-fil-A CEO plan mixed-use district around future Sporting JAX stadium. But where will it be?

Read full article: Bortles, Tebow, Chick-fil-A CEO plan mixed-use district around future Sporting JAX stadium. But where will it be?

An investment firm that includes NFL Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway, Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Tim Tebow, former Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles and the CEO of Chick-fil-A is developing a mixed-use district surrounding the proposed stadium for the Sporting Club Jacksonville soccer franchise.

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2 men accused in murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland return to court for hearing to address rap video evidence

Read full article: 2 men accused in murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland return to court for hearing to address rap video evidence

Two men charged in the tragic shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland will be back in court Friday for a hearing that could impact their murder trial.

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Air Force veteran says support and resources from Jacksonville event provide ‘peace of mind’

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September is Suicide Awareness Month, and Jacksonville is stepping up for its heroes.

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Jacksonville councilman to re-introduce bill to create public landlord registry as residents struggle to find help

Read full article: Jacksonville councilman to re-introduce bill to create public landlord registry as residents struggle to find help

A Jacksonville councilman is reintroducing a bill that would establish a rental registry with information on who owns a property, code violations against them and more.

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‘Slumlord problem’: Jacksonville’s most vulnerable forced to choose between affordable rent and safe living conditions

Read full article: ‘Slumlord problem’: Jacksonville’s most vulnerable forced to choose between affordable rent and safe living conditions

Tenants at several Jacksonville apartment complexes say they’re living in dangerous, deteriorating conditions while paying rising rents to one of the city’s largest landlords.

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JSO joins other Northeast Florida agencies in instructing officers not to enforce open carry ban

Read full article: JSO joins other Northeast Florida agencies in instructing officers not to enforce open carry ban

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is the latest law enforcement agency in Northeast Florida to instruct its officers not to enforce Florida’s open carry ban.

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The Eyes of the World: Experience the Final Months of WWII Through Music, Film, and History

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The Women’s Board of Wolfson Children’s Hospital is proud to present The Eyes of the World: From D-Day to VE Day on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. This extraordinary, one-night-only event will benefit Wolfson Children’s Hospital, making it an unforgettable evening of history, music, and purpose.

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Jacksonville City Council split on millage rate proposal

Read full article: Jacksonville City Council split on millage rate proposal

The Jacksonville City Council ended the proposed millage rate debate on Tuesday night with a split vote.

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Westside apartment complex resident fed up with conditions plans to withhold rent, if she can find someone to respond

Read full article: Westside apartment complex resident fed up with conditions plans to withhold rent, if she can find someone to respond

Residents of the Arbor Oaks apartment complex on Jacksonville’s Westside continue to face challenges despite water service being restored last week following News4JAX’s reporting.

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Podcast host with millions of followers linked to multiple Jacksonville apartment complexes facing scrutiny

Read full article: Podcast host with millions of followers linked to multiple Jacksonville apartment complexes facing scrutiny

Arbor Oaks on Jammes Road, the troubled Westside apartment complex the News4JAX I-TEAM reported last week, was previously owned by Jarek Tadla, a Polish-born real estate investor who, according to the JAX Rental Housing project at the University of North Florida, has companies that own more apartment complexes in Jacksonville than anyone else.

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