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Buildings in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia among those listed under ‘savings’ on DOGE website
Read full article: Buildings in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia among those listed under ‘savings’ on DOGE websiteThe Department of Government Efficiency, better known as DOGE, aims to cut $1 trillion in federal spending by the end of the fiscal year, according to NPR. On DOGE’s website, it appears that some of those savings could come from cuts in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia as multiple buildings in our viewing area are listed underneath real estate terminations.
Bubble watch: Georgia is in position to end 10-year NCAA Tournament drought after beating Vanderbilt
Read full article: Bubble watch: Georgia is in position to end 10-year NCAA Tournament drought after beating VanderbiltGeorgia may have ended its 10-year NCAA Tournament drought by beating Vanderbilt 79-68.
Georgia lawmakers pass bill that could let Trump, others recover costs of election meddling case
Read full article: Georgia lawmakers pass bill that could let Trump, others recover costs of election meddling caseGeorgia’s Senate has passed a bill that would allow President Donald Trump and more than a dozen people to seek compensation for legal bills stemming from an attempt to overturn his 2020 election loss in the state.
Two men who supplied kilos of cocaine to drug dealers in Florida, Georgia sentenced to 15 years in federal prison
Read full article: Two men who supplied kilos of cocaine to drug dealers in Florida, Georgia sentenced to 15 years in federal prisonTwo men who were convicted of supplying kilograms of cocaine into Georgia and Florida for a major drug trafficking conspiracy have been sentenced to federal prison, according to the US Department of Justice in the Southern District of Georgia.
Georgia lawmakers push to ban automated speed cameras near schools
Read full article: Georgia lawmakers push to ban automated speed cameras near schoolsSome Georgia lawmakers are trying to get rid of automated cameras that enforce school zone speed limits, saying the cameras are more about making money than the safety of children.
Georgia fans show it's possible to be polite and still celebrate win over No. 3 Florida on the court
Read full article: Georgia fans show it's possible to be polite and still celebrate win over No. 3 Florida on the courtGeorgia fans showed it’s possible to storm the court for a postgame celebration — and to be polite at the same time.
Georgia recovers from No. 3 Florida's comeback and defeat Gators 88-83 despite Richard's 30 points
Read full article: Georgia recovers from No. 3 Florida's comeback and defeat Gators 88-83 despite Richard's 30 pointsGeorgia guard Blue Cain sank a go-ahead 3-pointer with 47 seconds remaining after No. 3 Florida took its first lead by scoring 13 unanswered points, and the Bulldogs beat the Gators 88-83.
Georgia DA says no criminal charges will be filed against deputy who shot, killed exonerated Florida man
Read full article: Georgia DA says no criminal charges will be filed against deputy who shot, killed exonerated Florida manGeorgia District Attorney Keith Higgins announced on Tuesday that criminal charges will not be filed against a Camden County deputy who shot and killed a 53-year-old man during a traffic stop in October 2023.
Potential closure of railroad crossing in Kingsland sparks resident outcry over safety, financial concerns
Read full article: Potential closure of railroad crossing in Kingsland sparks resident outcry over safety, financial concernsSome residents in a Kingsland neighborhood expressed their frustrations and concerns Tuesday over the potential closure of a railroad crossing.
Major women's basketball conferences see regular season conclude this week with titles at stake
Read full article: Major women's basketball conferences see regular season conclude this week with titles at stakeThe regular season titles in the four major conferences will come down to the final week of the season as league play wraps up this weekend.
Auburn atop AP Top 25 for 7th straight week; preseason No. 1 KU out, ending ranked run at 80 weeks
Read full article: Auburn atop AP Top 25 for 7th straight week; preseason No. 1 KU out, ending ranked run at 80 weeksAuburn remained atop the AP Top 25 for the seventh straight week Monday while preseason No. 1 Kansas fell out of the men’s basketball poll for the first time since February 2021.
Johni Broome's season-high 31 points and 14 rebounds lead No. 1 Auburn past Georgia 82-70
Read full article: Johni Broome's season-high 31 points and 14 rebounds lead No. 1 Auburn past Georgia 82-70Johni Broome scored a season-high 31 points and added 14 rebounds as No. 1 Auburn defeated Georgia 82-70 on Saturday.
Residents hope for change after audit finds nearly 60,000 pieces of mail delayed at 5 Georgia facilities
Read full article: Residents hope for change after audit finds nearly 60,000 pieces of mail delayed at 5 Georgia facilitiesA recent audit by the U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General found nearly 60,000 pieces of mail delayed at five facilities in Middle Georgia.
FBI Jacksonville finds remains of missing UK man near Kingsland
Read full article: FBI Jacksonville finds remains of missing UK man near KingslandThe FBI Jacksonville Division announced on Friday that it had located the remains of a 32-year-old man in Southeast Georgia, more than two years after he was reported missing.
Man arrested after 3 luxury cars were stolen from Miami Hurricanes QB Carson Beck’s home while he was asleep
Read full article: Man arrested after 3 luxury cars were stolen from Miami Hurricanes QB Carson Beck’s home while he was asleepMiami QB Carson Beck had his Mercedes and Lamborghini stolen Wednesday night in South Florida according to the Palm Beach Post.
Miami Hurricane QB Carson Beck has Mercedes, $300K Lamborghini stolen from home
Read full article: Miami Hurricane QB Carson Beck has Mercedes, $300K Lamborghini stolen from homeMiami QB Carson Beck had his Mercedes and Lamborghini stolen Wednesday night in South Florida according to the Palm Beach Post.
CDC vaccination committee meeting postponed days after RFK Jr. took over at HHS
Read full article: CDC vaccination committee meeting postponed days after RFK Jr. took over at HHSA panel of experts that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccine policy will not meet as previously scheduled next week.
February in Northeast Florida: A record heat that a freeze will break
Read full article: February in Northeast Florida: A record heat that a freeze will breakAs we close out February, with one week left, the forecast is chilly with the coldest temperatures this month sinking into our region Friday morning.
Georgia governor suspends Glynn County Board of Education member amid money laundering case
Read full article: Georgia governor suspends Glynn County Board of Education member amid money laundering caseGeorgia Gov. Brian Kemp suspended a Glynn County Board of Education member on Wednesday after she was indicted on one count of conspiracy to commit laundering late last year.
Senate confirms Kelly Loeffler, former Georgia senator, to lead Small Business Administration
Read full article: Senate confirms Kelly Loeffler, former Georgia senator, to lead Small Business AdministrationThe U.S. Senate has confirmed Kelly Loeffler, a Georgia businesswoman and former senator, to lead the Small Business Administration.
Baltimore Ravens' Ben Cleveland is arrested on a charge of drunken driving in Georgia
Read full article: Baltimore Ravens' Ben Cleveland is arrested on a charge of drunken driving in GeorgiaNational Football League player Ben Cleveland of the Baltimore Ravens has been charged with drunken driving in Georgia.
Republicans consider cuts and work requirements for Medicaid, jeopardizing care for millions
Read full article: Republicans consider cuts and work requirements for Medicaid, jeopardizing care for millionsRepublicans are weighing billions of dollars in cuts to Medicaid, jeopardizing health care coverage for some of the 80 million U.S. adults and children enrolled in the safety net program.
Early voting begins on Camden Co. sales tax to fund local projects
Read full article: Early voting begins on Camden Co. sales tax to fund local projectsStarting Monday, Camden County voters will be able to cast an early ballot in a special election on whether or not the county should continue a sales tax that funds a variety of local projects.
Section 504 lawsuit targeting expanded disability definition gains national attention
Read full article: Section 504 lawsuit targeting expanded disability definition gains national attentionA lawsuit challenging the expansion of Section 504 to include gender dysphoria as a disability has drawn national attention, 17 states were listed as plaintiffs, including Florida and Georgia. Parents and officials express concerns over the potential impact on existing 504 plans, while Georgia's attorney general asserts that the lawsuit will not affect current protections.
Georgia Senate bill would cut funding for adult gender-affirming care, but it may have cloudy future
Read full article: Georgia Senate bill would cut funding for adult gender-affirming care, but it may have cloudy futureGeorgia’s state Senate has passed a bill that would cut off public funding for gender affirming care for adults.
Glynn County Police Department awarded $35k to improve road safety
Read full article: Glynn County Police Department awarded $35k to improve road safetyThe Glynn County Police Department announced on Tuesday that it is one of 26 law enforcement agencies in Georgia to receive a Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic (H.E.A.T) grant to combat crashes, injuries, and deaths caused by impaired driving and speeding.
Georgia Rep. files bill to allow Trump to enter into negotiations to buy Greenland, rename it ‘Red, White, and Blueland’
Read full article: Georgia Rep. files bill to allow Trump to enter into negotiations to buy Greenland, rename it ‘Red, White, and Blueland’Buddy Carter, a member of the U.S. House representing a large portion of Southeast Georgia, has introducted a bill that would authorize President Donald Trump to enter into negotiations to acquire Greenland and to rename the territory as “Red, White, and Blueland.”
Georgia lawmakers advance a bill to prevent transgender women from competing in women's sports
Read full article: Georgia lawmakers advance a bill to prevent transgender women from competing in women's sportsGeorgia's state Senate approved a bill that would prevent transgender women from competing in women's sports.
Nearly 14-foot, 1,600-pound white shark ‘Contender’ swims off Jax Beach
Read full article: Nearly 14-foot, 1,600-pound white shark ‘Contender’ swims off Jax BeachA massive white shark, the largest ever tagged by OCEARCH in the northwestern Atlantic, has been spotted swimming offshore Jacksonville Beach. This isn’t just any shark; it’s “Contender,” a 13.8-foot, 1,652.8-pound mature male, and he’s swimming well offshore.
Over 12 arrested following monthslong joint human trafficking investigation in Southeast Georgia
Read full article: Over 12 arrested following monthslong joint human trafficking investigation in Southeast GeorgiaA monthslong joint investigation between federal, state, and local law enforcement into suspected sex trafficking in Southeast Georgia has resulted in the arrest of more than a dozen people who now face state charges, with many more facing federal charges.
‘We fought so hard for justice’: Ahmaud Arbery’s family ‘devastated’ after charges dropped against ex-prosecutor
Read full article: ‘We fought so hard for justice’: Ahmaud Arbery’s family ‘devastated’ after charges dropped against ex-prosecutorFamily and friends of Ahmaud Arbery expressed their disappointment Wednesday following a judge’s decision to end the trial of a former Georgia prosecutor who was accused of using her influence to protect the men who chased and killed the 25-year-old in February 2020.
The transgender care fight targets more adults as Georgia and other states weigh laws
Read full article: The transgender care fight targets more adults as Georgia and other states weigh lawsConservatives’ nationwide offensive against transgender care is increasing trying to cut off care for transgender adults, and a panel of Georgia lawmakers has become the first in 2025 to move forward.
Judge tosses last charge against ex-prosecutor accused of misconduct in Ahmaud Arbery case
Read full article: Judge tosses last charge against ex-prosecutor accused of misconduct in Ahmaud Arbery caseA judge has thrown out a felony indictment against a former Georgia prosecutor, ending her trial on charges that she abused her power to protect the men who chased and killed Ahmaud Arbery in 2020.
Severe Weather Awareness Week in Florida, Georgia: The dark side of lightning
Read full article: Severe Weather Awareness Week in Florida, Georgia: The dark side of lightningAccording to the Florida Division of Emergency Management, lightning is one of nature’s deadliest and most unpredictable weather phenomena. Meteorologists can forecast the general conditions that cause lightning but no one can predict exactly when or where lightning will strike.
Former Georgia district attorney testifies ex-prosecutor never told him how to handle Ahmaud Arbery investigation
Read full article: Former Georgia district attorney testifies ex-prosecutor never told him how to handle Ahmaud Arbery investigationThe trial for the former Georgia District Attorney charged with interfering in the Ahmaud Arbery investigation on Friday.
A police officer testifies that an ex-prosecutor never obstructed her in the Ahmaud Arbery case
Read full article: A police officer testifies that an ex-prosecutor never obstructed her in the Ahmaud Arbery caseThe case against a former Georgia district attorney charged with discouraging police from arresting the man who killed Ahmaud Arbery in 2020 took a blow Thursday as a police supervisor testified that the accused prosecutor never obstructed her during the investigation.
`You’re going home,’ police tell Ahmaud Arbery’s killer in video shown to jury
Read full article: `You’re going home,’ police tell Ahmaud Arbery’s killer in video shown to juryA jury watched video Wednesday of a police investigator telling the man who fatally shot Ahmaud Arbery that he wasn’t being arrested soon after he, his father, and a neighbor had chased and killed the Black man after spotting him running in their neighborhood.
Colder than Alaska: Jacksonville’s intense January ranked ‘extreme’ by Winter Misery Index
Read full article: Colder than Alaska: Jacksonville’s intense January ranked ‘extreme’ by Winter Misery IndexJacksonville ranked its highest or most extreme winter based on the Winter Misery Index which tracks the impacts of winter weather across cities in the U.S.
Did Ahmaud Arbery's killers get help from a prosecutor? A jury hears clashing accounts
Read full article: Did Ahmaud Arbery's killers get help from a prosecutor? A jury hears clashing accountsProsecutors and defense attorneys are battling in court over whether a former district attorney tried to protect the men who chased and killed Ahmaud Arbery in 2020.
Georgia lawmaker proposes new childcare safety measures almost one year after toddler’s tragic death
Read full article: Georgia lawmaker proposes new childcare safety measures almost one year after toddler’s tragic deathA Georgia lawmaker is pushing for new safety requirements at childcare facilities following the death of a 16-month-old child last May.
Melting ice rains down on St. Simons Island, Georgia Power close to restoring all power
Read full article: Melting ice rains down on St. Simons Island, Georgia Power close to restoring all powerGlynn County is recovering after an ice storm left debris scattered across neighborhoods and caused widespread power outages.
Crews work around the clock to restore power across Southeast Georgia, Northeast Florida after winter storm
Read full article: Crews work around the clock to restore power across Southeast Georgia, Northeast Florida after winter stormCrews were working Wednesday to restore power to thousands of people affected by the overnight winter storm that impacted Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida.
Waycross business collapses following overnight downpour of snow in Southeast Georgia
Read full article: Waycross business collapses following overnight downpour of snow in Southeast GeorgiaLocals continue to feel the impacts of a winter storm that moved through Southeast Georgia and North Florida on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning as they grapple with unsafe driving conditions, road closures, and power outages.
Glynn, Ware, Brantley schools to remain closed Friday. Here’s when others are opening
Read full article: Glynn, Ware, Brantley schools to remain closed Friday. Here’s when others are openingAs a rare winter storm moves closer to Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, school and county officials are preparing for ice that could make it dangerous to drive on the road.
When will my trash be picked up this week after the winter storm?
Read full article: When will my trash be picked up this week after the winter storm?Some counties in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia adjusted trash service this week because of dangerous icy roads from the rare winter storm that slammed the area.
Georgia officials warn of black ice, ask for patience as crews work to clear snowy, icy roads
Read full article: Georgia officials warn of black ice, ask for patience as crews work to clear snowy, icy roadsThe Georgia Department of Transportation asked for the public’s patience as crews continued to treat and plow roads across the state Wednesday morning after the winter storm that brought snow and ice to the area.
Have you seen snowfall in Northeast Florida or Southeast Georgia? NWS Jacksonville needs your help to know how much
Read full article: Have you seen snowfall in Northeast Florida or Southeast Georgia? NWS Jacksonville needs your help to know how muchAs snow continued to fall Wednesday morning across parts of Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida, the National Weather Service Jacksonville asked residents for help.
Snowfall, power outages, road closures as rare winter storm hits Southeast Georgia
Read full article: Snowfall, power outages, road closures as rare winter storm hits Southeast GeorgiaThe rare winter wonderland in Southeast Georgia continued Wednesday morning after snow began to fall Tuesday night in Waycross.
Winter storm spreads across the Deep South, creating icy danger and snowy fun
Read full article: Winter storm spreads across the Deep South, creating icy danger and snowy funThe winter storm spreading snow, sleet and freezing rain across the southern United States has broken records, treating the region to unaccustomed perils and seasonal joy.
Historic winter storm descends on Northeast Florida bringing sleet, possible freezing rain, snow flurries
Read full article: Historic winter storm descends on Northeast Florida bringing sleet, possible freezing rain, snow flurriesTuesday afternoon quickly turned cold and the rain continued causing schools and businesses to close on Wednesday as the overnight temperatures were forecasted to drop even further.
Sand trucks ready, brine treatments in place as Brunswick faces icy conditions during winter storm
Read full article: Sand trucks ready, brine treatments in place as Brunswick faces icy conditions during winter stormGlynn County agencies said Tuesday afternoon they are ready to respond to the potential impacts of the winter storm forecast to hit Southeast Georgia in the evening and into Wednesday morning.
Live Cams: Cameras show snow falling in southern U.S., including Florida, Georgia, Texas and Louisiana
Read full article: Live Cams: Cameras show snow falling in southern U.S., including Florida, Georgia, Texas and LouisianaFrom a snowy Bourbon Street in New Orleans to making a snowman on the beaches in Houston, check out the falling snow in our southern states.
1 dies of hypothermia as Georgia officials urge residents to stay home amid winter storm
Read full article: 1 dies of hypothermia as Georgia officials urge residents to stay home amid winter stormGeorgia Gov. Brian Kemp and other state officials held a news conference Tuesday morning to give an update on winter storm preparations and urge Georgians to stay off the roads as conditions are expected to deteriorate rapidly.
Timeline: When will snow and ice hit our area? Here’s a detailed look
Read full article: Timeline: When will snow and ice hit our area? Here’s a detailed lookAs a powerful and rare winter storm approaches our area, we wanted to look at the timing for widespread ice and even snow unusually close to Jacksonville.
Frozen Florida: How to handle snow and ice on the roads like a pro & de-ice your car without damage
Read full article: Frozen Florida: How to handle snow and ice on the roads like a pro & de-ice your car without damageFlorida drivers might think they’re experts at driving in dangerous conditions, but subfreezing temperatures this week are bringing the possibility of an unusual hazard for the Sunshine State: icy roads.
Jacksonville airport to close Tuesday evening amid winter storm, expects to reopen Wednesday at noon
Read full article: Jacksonville airport to close Tuesday evening amid winter storm, expects to reopen Wednesday at noonThe ice will create hazardous travel conditions on the roads from western Jacksonville and points north and west. But what about those who have flights booked?
County-by-county: Emergency preparations, warming centers, school closures for rare winter storm in Southeast Georgia
Read full article: County-by-county: Emergency preparations, warming centers, school closures for rare winter storm in Southeast GeorgiaFreezing rain is expected to begin in Southeast Georgia on Tuesday afternoon, which poses a significant risk of dangerous ice accumulation.
No. 1 Auburn faces No. 6 Tennessee in loaded week for SEC in AP Top 25
Read full article: No. 1 Auburn faces No. 6 Tennessee in loaded week for SEC in AP Top 25The Southeastern Conference has a big week ahead, with four games between ranked teams, headlined by No. 6 Tennessee at top-ranked Auburn on Saturday.
Southeast Georgia drivers say they have ‘little’ to no experience in icy conditions. Here are some do’s and don’ts
Read full article: Southeast Georgia drivers say they have ‘little’ to no experience in icy conditions. Here are some do’s and don’tsA winter storm expected to hit Southeast Georgia on Tuesday evening is likely to create hazardous driving conditions due to icy roads—an unfamiliar challenge for many residents who are not used to driving in those conditions.
Georgia DOT treats highways, bridges with brine ahead of dangerous winter storm; Jax crews on standby
Read full article: Georgia DOT treats highways, bridges with brine ahead of dangerous winter storm; Jax crews on standbyThe Georgia Department of Transportation spent Sunday protecting roadways by sending 31 bucket trucks out to brine interstates throughout Georgia, including I-95 in Glynn and Camden counties.
How Dave’s Landscaping & Nursery in Brunswick prepares plants for a freeze — and how you can, too
Read full article: How Dave’s Landscaping & Nursery in Brunswick prepares plants for a freeze — and how you can, tooAs temperatures plummet, plant enthusiasts are racing to protect their greenery from freezing conditions.
Share your winter weather videos, photos on SnapJAX
Read full article: Share your winter weather videos, photos on SnapJAXA rare winter storm is set to impact North Florida and southern Georgia on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning and it will bring the risk of ice and even some snow to the region.
Where to find a warming center in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia during dangerous cold weather this week
Read full article: Where to find a warming center in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia during dangerous cold weather this weekA severe winter storm brings cold temperatures to Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, with wind chills expected to drop into the teens and 20s. Residents without adequate heat or shelter are encouraged to seek out warming centers in their area.
A hidden winter hazard: What is black ice and why does it lead to hazardous driving conditions?
Read full article: A hidden winter hazard: What is black ice and why does it lead to hazardous driving conditions?A wintery mix is approaching Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, and snow is likely in Georgia, while most of Florida is set to see sleet and freezing rain.
County-by-county: Southeast Georgia, Northeast Florida schools closing Wednesday as they brace for winter storm
Read full article: County-by-county: Southeast Georgia, Northeast Florida schools closing Wednesday as they brace for winter stormAs a rare winter storm moves closer to Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, school and county officials are preparing for ice that could make it dangerous to drive on the road.
County-by-county: Southeast Georgia, Columbia, Baker county schools closing Wednesday as they brace for winter storm
Read full article: County-by-county: Southeast Georgia, Columbia, Baker county schools closing Wednesday as they brace for winter stormAs a rare winter storm moves closer to Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, school and county officials are preparing for ice that could make it dangerous to drive on the road.
How Southeast Georgia is preparing for dangerous winter storm: County-by-county
Read full article: How Southeast Georgia is preparing for dangerous winter storm: County-by-countyFreezing temperatures could create dangerous icy conditions on the roads, and Southeast Georgia counties are preparing for the worst.
Bird flu found in a Georgia commercial flock for the 1st time amid the nationwide outbreak
Read full article: Bird flu found in a Georgia commercial flock for the 1st time amid the nationwide outbreakBird flu has been detected in a Georgia commercial poultry flock for the first time since a countrywide outbreak in 2022.
Kingsland Police Department working to reduce speeding in school zones
Read full article: Kingsland Police Department working to reduce speeding in school zonesThe Kingsland Police Department started an Automated Photo Speed Enforcement Program in September. A captain of the department said early indications show the program is working