‘Life-changing’: Florida’s first pediatric hospice and palliative care center to open in Jacksonville
Read full article: ‘Life-changing’: Florida’s first pediatric hospice and palliative care center to open in JacksonvilleA new center opening in Jacksonville aims to provide children with serious illnesses and their families something many say is hard to find: a place designed specifically for them.
‘Ransacked’: Owner of Northwest Jacksonville business says repeated burglaries has put its future at risk
Read full article: ‘Ransacked’: Owner of Northwest Jacksonville business says repeated burglaries has put its future at riskThe owner of Kitty’s Car Wash in Northwest Jacksonville said repeated burglaries in less than a month have left thousands of dollars in damage and put the business’s future at risk.
JSO releases bodycam, 911 calls from officer-involved shooting of man charged with kidnapping woman and baby, assault
Read full article: JSO releases bodycam, 911 calls from officer-involved shooting of man charged with kidnapping woman and baby, assaultThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office on Monday released body camera footage and 911 calls from the night officers shot a man charged with kidnapping, aggravated assault and battery.
Florida AG investigates residency issue involving Duval school board member
Read full article: Florida AG investigates residency issue involving Duval school board memberFlorida Attorney General James Uthmeier says his office is investigating a Duval County School Board residency issue involving Board Member Darryl Willie.
Military family says they lost $7,400 in online Disney gift card scheme shut down by Florida court
Read full article: Military family says they lost $7,400 in online Disney gift card scheme shut down by Florida courtA military family said they lost more than $7,400 after purchasing discounted Disney gift cards from a Jacksonville-area online business that Florida authorities accused of deceptive and unfair practices.
Nearly 1,000 crashes in just over 3 years on I-95 in St. Johns County. What makes the stretch so dangerous?
Read full article: Nearly 1,000 crashes in just over 3 years on I-95 in St. Johns County. What makes the stretch so dangerous?Nearly everyone who regularly travels the 18- to 20-mile stretch of I-95 in St. Johns County between County Road 210 and State Road 207 has a story about being stuck in seemingly endless traffic caused by a crash. But News4JAX wanted to know what the data actually show. Is that stretch of highway really as dangerous as it appears?
Friends said a Jacksonville woman bought a gun to protect herself against her boyfriend. He is now accused in her death
Read full article: Friends said a Jacksonville woman bought a gun to protect herself against her boyfriend. He is now accused in her deathA St. Johns County man turned himself in to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Tuesday, more than 17 months after his girlfriend was shot and killed on Christmas morning in 2024.
Shooting death of repo truck driver in Jacksonville has others in business voicing safety concerns
Read full article: Shooting death of repo truck driver in Jacksonville has others in business voicing safety concernsThe man who fatally shot a tow truck driver late Tuesday night at an apartment complex in Brentwood is still on the run, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Emergency ready in Florida: What to pack in a ‘financial go bag’ before hurricane season
Read full article: Emergency ready in Florida: What to pack in a ‘financial go bag’ before hurricane seasonWith hurricane season approaching and wildfire risks rising from drought conditions, Florida emergency experts are urging residents to go beyond the basics when building their emergency supply kits — and that includes protecting their most important financial documents.
Northeast Florida seniors face growing housing crisis as rents outpace fixed incomes, nonprofits say
Read full article: Northeast Florida seniors face growing housing crisis as rents outpace fixed incomes, nonprofits sayAs Northeast Florida’s population ages, local nonprofits warn that more seniors are struggling to afford housing as rent prices continue to rise faster than retirement incomes.
Hurricane season prep: JEA urges Jacksonville customers to trim trees, build supply kits
Read full article: Hurricane season prep: JEA urges Jacksonville customers to trim trees, build supply kitsJEA is urging customers to take a few simple steps before hurricane season officially begins, even as forecasters predict a quieter-than-average season.
Hurricane season prep: JEA urges Jacksonville customers to trim trees, build supply kits
Read full article: Hurricane season prep: JEA urges Jacksonville customers to trim trees, build supply kitsJEA is urging customers to take a few simple steps before hurricane season officially begins, even as forecasters predict a quieter-than-average season.
Shooter who killed tow truck driver during vehicle repossession at Jacksonville apartment complex still on the run: JSO
Read full article: Shooter who killed tow truck driver during vehicle repossession at Jacksonville apartment complex still on the run: JSOThe man who fatally shot a tow truck driver late Tuesday night at an apartment complex in Brentwood is still on the run, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Family identifies tow truck driver killed while repossessing vehicle at Jacksonville apartment complex
Read full article: Family identifies tow truck driver killed while repossessing vehicle at Jacksonville apartment complexA tow truck driver fatally shot late Tuesday night while attempting to repossess a vehicle at an apartment complex has been identified by family members as Oliver Lopez.
JSO searching for shooter after tow truck driver killed while repossessing vehicle
Read full article: JSO searching for shooter after tow truck driver killed while repossessing vehicleA tow truck driver was shot and killed late Tuesday night in Brentwood while attempting to repossess a vehicle, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Man killed in industrial accident at asphalt plant on New Berlin Road after being run over by equipment: JSO
Read full article: Man killed in industrial accident at asphalt plant on New Berlin Road after being run over by equipment: JSOThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office was on the scene of an industrial accident on New Berlin Road Tuesday afternoon.
Live Beach Cam: Memorial Day draws crowds as lifeguards warn of dangerous ocean conditions
Read full article: Live Beach Cam: Memorial Day draws crowds as lifeguards warn of dangerous ocean conditionsEspecially on holidays, when a lot more people will be out and about, parents are urged to keep an eye on their kids and remember that water safety is always a priority, like always swimming near a lifeguard.
Family seeks justice, support after an accused DUI driver with Stage 3 cancer kills Jacksonville grandmother
Read full article: Family seeks justice, support after an accused DUI driver with Stage 3 cancer kills Jacksonville grandmotherA Jacksonville family is seeking justice and asking the community for help after a grandmother was killed earlier this month while walking on a Northwest Jacksonville road.
‘It’s internet self-defense’: Safety experts share tips for online dating and meetup apps after sexual assault string
Read full article: ‘It’s internet self-defense’: Safety experts share tips for online dating and meetup apps after sexual assault stringA man accused of sexually assaulting three women on three consecutive days is awaiting his day in court.
A $500M project coming to Springfield could help address Jacksonville’s housing affordability crisis
Read full article: A $500M project coming to Springfield could help address Jacksonville’s housing affordability crisisA major mixed-use development planned for Jacksonville’s Springfield neighborhood aims to bring hundreds of new housing units to the area, including affordable and workforce housing options.
Man found guilty of 2 charges related to 2025 disturbance at Jacksonville city council meeting
Read full article: Man found guilty of 2 charges related to 2025 disturbance at Jacksonville city council meetingA man arrested during a disturbance at a Jacksonville City Council meeting nearly a year ago has been found guilty of two charges stemming from the incident.
Video shows man accused of kicking in doors to multiple homes point gun at JSO officers before being shot
Read full article: Video shows man accused of kicking in doors to multiple homes point gun at JSO officers before being shotThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office released the footage of the moments that led to the fatal shooting of a man armed with a gun, who police said kicked in the doors of four homes in the Holiday Hill neighborhood.
Whole Foods Market to open on Riverside Ave. Thursday, first 300 customers to receive tote bags and coupons
Read full article: Whole Foods Market to open on Riverside Ave. Thursday, first 300 customers to receive tote bags and couponsWhole Foods Market will open a new 38,432-square-foot store at 1 Riverside Ave. in downtown Jacksonville on Thursday. The store will open at 8 a.m. on opening day; regular hours will be 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
Reports detail multiple traffic incidents during IRONMAN event, including JSO officer whose foot was run over
Read full article: Reports detail multiple traffic incidents during IRONMAN event, including JSO officer whose foot was run overMultiple traffic incidents are tied to the IRONMAN Jacksonville Triathlon on May 16, prompting responses by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, including one in which an officer was injured, according to crash reports.
18 patients hospitalized during Ironman Jacksonville, including 7 cyclists: JFRD
Read full article: 18 patients hospitalized during Ironman Jacksonville, including 7 cyclists: JFRDAccording to numbers released Monday by the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, nearly 60 EMS calls were made during the weekend’s IRONMAN Jacksonville event in Duval and St. Johns counties.
Mayor, city leaders announce start of National Safe Boating Week and Manatee Awareness
Read full article: Mayor, city leaders announce start of National Safe Boating Week and Manatee AwarenessEvery year, National Safe Boating Week is a time to remind boaters about the rules and safety tips for everyone to be safe on the water, along with raising awareness about manatees.
Deegan says there will be ‘tweaks’ to next IRONMAN event to address traffic, safety concerns
Read full article: Deegan says there will be ‘tweaks’ to next IRONMAN event to address traffic, safety concernsMany Ironman competitors and organizers praised the River City as a host, but some local officials, businesses, and residents say race-day traffic and safety concerns caused major headaches.
Five Points businesses say IRONMAN road closures hurt access, customers; city promises better communication
Read full article: Five Points businesses say IRONMAN road closures hurt access, customers; city promises better communicationJacksonville’s first-ever IRONMAN brought nearly 2,000 competitors to a route spanning parts of Duval and St. Johns counties this weekend, drawing crowds downtown, and prompting widespread complaints about traffic, road closures and access issues in neighborhoods like Riverside’s Five Points.
Fight leads to deadly shooting in Jacksonville’s St. Nicholas neighborhood
Read full article: Fight leads to deadly shooting in Jacksonville’s St. Nicholas neighborhoodA fight in Jacksonville’s St. Nicholas neighborhood led to a deadly shooting on Mayfair Road. The victim died at the hospital and the suspect fled the scene, prompting an ongoing police search. Authorities have described the incident as isolated and are seeking evidence and video footage. The public is encouraged to provide information to investigators or Crime Stoppers.
Ironman athletes gather for awards ceremony, reflect on first-ever Ironman Triathlon in Jacksonville
Read full article: Ironman athletes gather for awards ceremony, reflect on first-ever Ironman Triathlon in JacksonvilleJacksonville capped off its first Ironman Triathlon with an awards ceremony Sunday morning at the Prime Osborn Convention Center, celebrating nearly 2,000 athletes who set personal records and pushed their way to the finish line.
Local pastors launch ‘Teen Weekend of Hope’ in response to Jacksonville teen takeover concerns
Read full article: Local pastors launch ‘Teen Weekend of Hope’ in response to Jacksonville teen takeover concernsA group of Jacksonville pastors and community leaders spent the weekend bringing teens, parents and mentors together for what they called a “Teen Weekend of Hope” — an effort organizers say was created in response to the rise in teen takeover events across the city.
Volunteers help keep first-ever IRONMAN Jacksonville moving
Read full article: Volunteers help keep first-ever IRONMAN Jacksonville movingAs athletes continued racing Saturday in Jacksonville’s first IRONMAN triathlon, volunteers from across the region stepped in to keep the inaugural event running — directing traffic, shuttling spectators, and helping finishers in the final stretch.
Jacksonville hosts first full Ironman triathlon
Read full article: Jacksonville hosts first full Ironman triathlonNearly 2,000 athletes took on Jacksonville’s first full Ironman triathlon Saturday, pushing through scorching heat and a grueling 140.6-mile course that tested even the most seasoned competitors.
Orange Park woman’s family alleges excessive force during Jacksonville traffic stop; JSO says arrest was within policy
Read full article: Orange Park woman’s family alleges excessive force during Jacksonville traffic stop; JSO says arrest was within policyThe family of an Orange Park woman said a traffic stop in Jacksonville while she was delivering food for DoorDash escalated into a violent confrontation with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, alleging deputies used excessive force. The sheriff’s office said its Internal Affairs Unit reviewed the incident and found the arrest and circumstances surrounding it were within policy.
New Pickett Elementary School breaks ground on Jacksonville’s Northside, funded by sales tax dollars
Read full article: New Pickett Elementary School breaks ground on Jacksonville’s Northside, funded by sales tax dollarsSales tax dollars approved by Duval County voters are helping shape the future of local education. Crews broke ground this month on a new Pickett Elementary School on Jacksonville’s Northside, launching a nearly $34.9 million construction project off Old Kings Road near Pritchard Road.
Jacksonville councilwoman declines to comment on ongoing HR investigation that got her removed from classroom
Read full article: Jacksonville councilwoman declines to comment on ongoing HR investigation that got her removed from classroomJacksonville City Councilwoman Tyrona Clark-Murray refused to answer questions from News4JAX Tuesday night, after Duval County Schools reassigned her to a non-student role amid an ongoing HR investigation.
Attorney plans to file wrongful death lawsuit after State Attorney rules fatal Sandalwood road rage shooting justified
Read full article: Attorney plans to file wrongful death lawsuit after State Attorney rules fatal Sandalwood road rage shooting justifiedThe family of a man who was shot and killed in what police called a “road rage incident” last week in Sandalwood will hold a news conference Thursday to demand answers from law enforcement.
Jacksonville the worst large housing market in the nation? That’s what a recent study says
Read full article: Jacksonville the worst large housing market in the nation? That’s what a recent study saysJacksonville has been ranked the worst large housing market in the country in a new national real estate analysis, with several other Florida cities also landing near the bottom of the list.
Northeast Florida housing market steadies in April as inventory rises: NEFAR
Read full article: Northeast Florida housing market steadies in April as inventory rises: NEFARNortheast Florida’s housing market continued to normalize in April, with the median price for single-family homes dipping 1.3 percent to $390,000 while inventory rose, the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors said Monday.
JSO investigating 2 bodies found in Westside home
Read full article: JSO investigating 2 bodies found in Westside homeAt 10 PM on Saturday night, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to a welfare check on the 4100 block of Sherman Hills Parkway West. During a protective sweep of the home, the officers found two individuals unresponsive inside the back of the residence.
Jacksonville event offering free health and wellness services is ‘a big help’ for local patients struggling financially
Read full article: Jacksonville event offering free health and wellness services is ‘a big help’ for local patients struggling financiallyAscension St. Vincent’s hosted its Medical Mission at Home event Saturday at the Prime Osborn Convention Center, offering free health and wellness services to uninsured and underserved members of the Jacksonville community.
Duval County Schools disable Canvas after massive nationwide data breach
Read full article: Duval County Schools disable Canvas after massive nationwide data breachDuval County Schools has temporarily disabled Canvas after the learning management platform was hit by what is being called the largest educational data breach on record — affecting 275 million people nationwide.
Wild hogs spotted tearing up lawns in Jacksonville’s Seven Pines neighborhood
Read full article: Wild hogs spotted tearing up lawns in Jacksonville’s Seven Pines neighborhoodResidents in Jacksonville’s growing Seven Pines community say wild hogs are becoming an unwelcome presence in the neighborhood, damaging lawns and raising safety concerns near homes under development off Kernan Boulevard.
‘Big Al’ responds after cheesesteak business faces NFL trademark warning over fake Trevor Lawrence photo
Read full article: ‘Big Al’ responds after cheesesteak business faces NFL trademark warning over fake Trevor Lawrence photoA recent picture posted by a Jacksonville restaurant owner on Facebook is sparking controversy from the community and the NFL.
JSO corrections officer rebuilds Dollar General shooting memorial with help from family
Read full article: JSO corrections officer rebuilds Dollar General shooting memorial with help from familyA Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office corrections officer and her family rebuilt the memorial that commemorates the three victims of the racially motivated shooting at the Dollar General on Kings Road.
San Pablo kindergartners go to zoo nearly a month after a semi-truck slammed their school bus
Read full article: San Pablo kindergartners go to zoo nearly a month after a semi-truck slammed their school busFive weeks after their school bus was rear-ended and forced to cancel a planned field trip, a class of kindergartners from San Pablo Elementary visited Jacksonville Fire Station 37 and then finally made it to the Jacksonville Zoo on Tuesday.
Mayor says telehealth saved $10M in ER costs for uninsured as final DOGE report finds no wrongdoing, questions benefit
Read full article: Mayor says telehealth saved $10M in ER costs for uninsured as final DOGE report finds no wrongdoing, questions benefitA city review of Jacksonville’s multimillion-dollar telehealth contract found no evidence of fraud or illegal conduct, but concluded the program did not deliver measurable financial benefits to taxpayers.
Jacksonville Civic Council urges City Council to drop JEA investigation and let ‘legal processes run their course’
Read full article: Jacksonville Civic Council urges City Council to drop JEA investigation and let ‘legal processes run their course’As a Jacksonville City Council investigative committee expands its review of JEA’s workplace culture and other allegations, the Jacksonville Civic Council is urging council members to drop the probe altogether.
Witness says afterparty erupted into chaos before man was shot in Jacksonville shopping plaza parking lot
Read full article: Witness says afterparty erupted into chaos before man was shot in Jacksonville shopping plaza parking lotA man was shot early Sunday morning in the Biltmore area during what one witness says was an afterparty that got out of control.
Duval County school officer who died remembered for kindness, commitment to community
Read full article: Duval County school officer who died remembered for kindness, commitment to communityOfficer Anthony “Junior” Lucano, a dedicated member of the force, has died. The department remembered him as someone who dedicated his life to service, leaving a lasting impact on those he worked alongside and the community he served.
Jacksonville marks 125 years since Great Fire of 1901; how wildfire conditions echo a similar story for Georgia in 2026
Read full article: Jacksonville marks 125 years since Great Fire of 1901; how wildfire conditions echo a similar story for Georgia in 2026Jacksonville’s 125th anniversary of the Great Fire of 1901 is renewing focus on how fast a blaze can spread in hot and dry weather — the same recipe behind recent wildfires burning in Southeast Georgia.
Pedestrian struck, killed in early morning rollover crash on Beach Blvd.
Read full article: Pedestrian struck, killed in early morning rollover crash on Beach Blvd.A pedestrian died early Saturday morning when they were struck by an SUV that lost control, rolled over and struck a light pole on Beach Boulevard.
Jacksonville drivers frustrated as gas prices surge to 4-year high nationwide, $4.30 average in Duval County
Read full article: Jacksonville drivers frustrated as gas prices surge to 4-year high nationwide, $4.30 average in Duval CountyGasoline prices have surged to a four-year high, pushing the nationwide average for a gallon of regular to $4.28, AAA said.
Jacksonville pastor who tried to evade more than $600K in federal taxes sentenced to 9 months in federal prison
Read full article: Jacksonville pastor who tried to evade more than $600K in federal taxes sentenced to 9 months in federal prisonA prominent Jacksonville pastor who admitted he tried to avoid paying more than half a million dollars in federal taxes was sentenced to 9 months in federal prison on Thursday.
‘We gave them a proper burial’: Neighbors describe heartbreak after ducklings run over, woman faces felony charges
Read full article: ‘We gave them a proper burial’: Neighbors describe heartbreak after ducklings run over, woman faces felony chargesA Westside Jacksonville woman is facing 11 felony animal cruelty charges after police said she intentionally drove over a group of baby ducklings earlier this week, killing them.
Duval school bus stop-arm camera warnings end as Blanding Blvd. identified as hotspot; $225 fines begin
Read full article: Duval school bus stop-arm camera warnings end as Blanding Blvd. identified as hotspot; $225 fines beginDrivers caught illegally passing stopped Duval County school buses will now face a $225 fine as the district’s stop-arm camera program moves out of its warning period.
DCPS school bus stop-arm cameras issue 609 warnings in April — real fines start May 1
Read full article: DCPS school bus stop-arm cameras issue 609 warnings in April — real fines start May 1Duval County Public Schools is equipping roughly 900 school buses with stop-arm cameras designed to catch drivers who fail to stop when buses are loading and unloading students. The program spent April in a warning period — and starting May 1, those warnings become $225 fines.
First Coast Crime Stoppers tip leads to arrest of Jacksonville youth pastor accused of grooming teen
Read full article: First Coast Crime Stoppers tip leads to arrest of Jacksonville youth pastor accused of grooming teenThe News4JAX I-TEAM has obtained a court-filed protection injunction from the victim in the case against former youth pastor and local business owner Joshua Trent, who is accused of sexually abusing an underage girl for years, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Justice 4 All: Understanding rules of the road around school buses & the hefty price for commercial drivers in crashes
Read full article: Justice 4 All: Understanding rules of the road around school buses & the hefty price for commercial drivers in crashesTwo recent crashes involving Duval County school buses that sent several students to the hospital raised questions about the rules of the road for other drivers around buses.
70-year-old motorcyclist killed in US1 crash near Trout River Blvd
Read full article: 70-year-old motorcyclist killed in US1 crash near Trout River BlvdA 70-year-old man died Monday morning after his motorcycle collided with a sedan on US-1 near Trout River Boulevard, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Hogan-Spring Glen Elementary new $44M campus scheduled to open in August 2027
Read full article: Hogan-Spring Glen Elementary new $44M campus scheduled to open in August 2027Construction began in March on a new Hogan-Spring Glen Elementary that Duval County Public Schools says will open as a pre-K-5 campus in August 2027.
Victim says threats made by youth pastor accused of grooming teen haunt her into adulthood
Read full article: Victim says threats made by youth pastor accused of grooming teen haunt her into adulthoodThe News4JAX I-TEAM has obtained a court-filed protection injunction from the victim in the case against former youth pastor and local business owner Joshua Trent, who is accused of sexually abusing an underage girl for years, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Victim says threats made by youth pastor accused of grooming her as teen haunt her into adulthood
Read full article: Victim says threats made by youth pastor accused of grooming her as teen haunt her into adulthoodThe News4JAX I-TEAM has obtained a court-filed protection injunction from the victim in the case against former youth pastor and local business owner Joshua Trent, who is accused of sexually abusing an underage girl for years, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Fletcher Middle student accused of ‘making serious threat of violence’ against school, possessing contraband
Read full article: Fletcher Middle student accused of ‘making serious threat of violence’ against school, possessing contrabandA Fletcher Middle School student was arrested and accused of “making a serious threat of violence” against the school and possessing contraband, the principal said in a message to parents.
Family-owned plumbing company says it’s owed $5K after restoring water at troubled Jacksonville apartments
Read full article: Family-owned plumbing company says it’s owed $5K after restoring water at troubled Jacksonville apartmentsA local, family-owned plumbing company says it is still waiting to be paid thousands of dollars months after restoring water service to a troubled Westside apartment complex just days before Christmas.
Jacksonville man accused of kidnapping child and stealing car
Read full article: Jacksonville man accused of kidnapping child and stealing carA Jacksonville man is facing felony charges after detectives say he kidnapped a child under 13, stole a vehicle, and left the child unattended on a city street.
Jacksonville man sentenced to 15 years for shooting security guard at illegal gambling operation in 2023
Read full article: Jacksonville man sentenced to 15 years for shooting security guard at illegal gambling operation in 2023A Jacksonville man accused of shooting a security guard at an illegal gambling operation in August 2023 was sentenced Thursday to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to attempted first-degree felony murder and armed robbery, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Jacksonville woman arrested on 12 animal cruelty counts after 9 dogs, 3 cats seized
Read full article: Jacksonville woman arrested on 12 animal cruelty counts after 9 dogs, 3 cats seizedA 42-year-old woman was arrested Saturday after animal care officers seized nine dogs and three cats from a home and accused her of multiple counts of animal cruelty, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Motorcyclist dies after being struck by car at New Kings Road and Trout River Boulevard
Read full article: Motorcyclist dies after being struck by car at New Kings Road and Trout River BoulevardA motorcyclist died after a car struck them on New Kings Road and Trout River Boulevard on Tuesday, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
JEA HR chief faces questions on employee complaints in ongoing workplace culture investigation
Read full article: JEA HR chief faces questions on employee complaints in ongoing workplace culture investigationA Jacksonville City Council investigative committee is expanding its review of allegations of a toxic work environment and racism at JEA, the city-owned utility.
Former Jacksonville youth pastor arrested on sexual battery charges, accused of grooming girl
Read full article: Former Jacksonville youth pastor arrested on sexual battery charges, accused of grooming girlA former Jacksonville youth pastor is behind bars following a nearly three-month investigation by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office into allegations of sexual battery against a minor.
Man killed in 3-vehicle crash on Schindler Drive in Jacksonville
Read full article: Man killed in 3-vehicle crash on Schindler Drive in JacksonvilleA man in his mid-20s was killed in a three-vehicle crash on Sunday afternoon in the 6900 block of Schindler Drive, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Inspector general finds $73K in overpayments to some Jacksonville Housing Authority employees
Read full article: Inspector general finds $73K in overpayments to some Jacksonville Housing Authority employeesA review by Jacksonville’s Office of Inspector General revealed that several employees of the Jacksonville Housing Authority may have received full salaries and benefits while also collecting workers’ compensation payments.
Duval County burn ban: City asking residents to help report violations
Read full article: Duval County burn ban: City asking residents to help report violationsJacksonville officials have enacted an emergency burn ban across all of Duval County in response to dangerous wildfire conditions threatening the area.
Air quality concerns cause at least one Jacksonville school to cancel outdoor activities
Read full article: Air quality concerns cause at least one Jacksonville school to cancel outdoor activitiesSmoke drifting from fast-moving brush fires burning miles away is impacting air quality across Duval County and surrounding areas, prompting at least one local school to cancel outdoor activities and health officials to issue warnings.
Jacksonville’s Chief Health Officer, shares how growing wildfires affects people’s breathing
Read full article: Jacksonville’s Chief Health Officer, shares how growing wildfires affects people’s breathingWhile no fires are burning in Duval County, step outside and you can smell the smoke, which can be a problem for people who have asthma or other breathing conditions.
Jacksonville wastewater plan could reshape North Florida water supply
Read full article: Jacksonville wastewater plan could reshape North Florida water supplyA proposed water treatment plan could send millions of gallons of treated wastewater from Jacksonville into North Florida rivers — raising both hope and concern among residents, environmental advocates and water management leaders.
Jacksonville Fire and Rescue issues immediate burn ban amid dangerous wildfire conditions
Read full article: Jacksonville Fire and Rescue issues immediate burn ban amid dangerous wildfire conditionsJacksonville Fire and Rescue has issued an immediate burn ban for all of Duval County as dangerous wildfire conditions grip the area.
Jacksonville councilman says HealthLink Jax investigation into misuse complaints nearing completion
Read full article: Jacksonville councilman says HealthLink Jax investigation into misuse complaints nearing completionA four-month investigation into HealthLink Jax is nearing its conclusion, according to a Jacksonville city councilman who initially raised concerns about potential illegal misconduct and misuse of taxpayer dollars.
News4JAX asked for public records related to council president’s JEA subpoena. The city said it would cost us nearly $4K
Read full article: News4JAX asked for public records related to council president’s JEA subpoena. The city said it would cost us nearly $4KA News4JAX request for public records stemming from the ongoing controversy surrounding JEA triggered a cost estimate from the city of Jacksonville for nearly $4,000.
GOP claims mayor broke the law with re-election video; Deegan rep says ‘everything was done by the book’
Read full article: GOP claims mayor broke the law with re-election video; Deegan rep says ‘everything was done by the book’The Republican Party of Florida on Friday announced that it is filing a formal complaint with the Florida Elections Commission against Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan’s re-election campaign.
Is Canva next? Former Jacksonville teacher’s arrest raises concerns about platforms not necessarily meant for messaging
Read full article: Is Canva next? Former Jacksonville teacher’s arrest raises concerns about platforms not necessarily meant for messagingA widely used classroom design platform, best known for helping users build presentations, posters and social media-style graphics, is now at the center of the arrest of a former Jacksonville teacher.
Man accused of hurling racial slurs at kids, showing deadly weapon during argument over football in his backyard: JSO
Read full article: Man accused of hurling racial slurs at kids, showing deadly weapon during argument over football in his backyard: JSOA Jacksonville man was arrested on Wednesday and accused of pulling a “deadly weapon” on neighbors during a dispute involving children.
Former Duval teachers union president, VP begin serving federal prison sentences in million-dollar fraud scheme
Read full article: Former Duval teachers union president, VP begin serving federal prison sentences in million-dollar fraud schemeThursday was the deadline for former Duval Teachers United president “Terrie” Brady and former vice president Ruby George to report to their designated federal prison to begin serving their sentences for fraud. Both are now in federal custody.
Mayor Deegan files for reelction, cites progress on public safety, affordability economic development
Read full article: Mayor Deegan files for reelction, cites progress on public safety, affordability economic developmentMayor Donna Deegan will officially file paperwork on Thursday to seek re-election, citing progress on neighborhoods, public safety, affordability and economic development that the mayor said is transforming downtown.
River City Science Academy teacher arrested, accused of ‘grooming’ student using messages on Canva app
Read full article: River City Science Academy teacher arrested, accused of ‘grooming’ student using messages on Canva appA River City Science Academy teacher was arrested Tuesday and charged with felony counts alleging he solicited a romantic relationship with a student and unlawfully used a communication device, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
