St. Johns voters give resounding yes to land conservation referendum
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Republican Ashley Moody edges Angie Nixon for US Senate seat
The incumbent Moody will keep the seat she has held since 2024, when Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed her.
Voters approve Amendment 3 tax cut but reject other ballot measures
Amendment 3 faced harsh criticism from local officeholders and first responders who said the tax cut was too drastic.
Republican Byron Donalds wins Florida governor’s race
Gov.-elect Byron Donalds promised to make Florida more affordable. He will take office Jan. 5.
Clay County voters renew school tax, keep commissioner salary cap, elect Edwards
Clay County voters made decisions on two local issues and elected a new member to the five-person Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday.
Duval voters overwhelmingly pass 1-mill renewal; all 3 school board races close
School Board winners were all endorsed by current reps, so the board's political makeup is unlikely to change.
Full election results for Florida and the First Coast
Jacksonville Today has complete election results for statewide races, local offices and ballot issues.
School Board member urged to resign over anti-Islam social media post
Tony Ricardo shared a social media post calling Islam a "political cult masquerading as a faith."
St. Johns County bans data centers for at least a year
The county became the third in Northeast Florida to impose a moratorium on large-scale data centers.
European Street Cafe owner prepares to open Downtown
The new European Street at Riverfront Plaza will mark the next phase of a decades-long story in Jacksonville.
Why are Republicans listed first on Florida’s ballots?
Florida law gives the top ballot position to candidates from the party that won the last governor's race.
Former JTA CEO Nat Ford to testify before City Council in January
JTA's finances were "a disaster" by July 2025, a past CFO told a council committee Monday.
Florida Supreme Court suspends attorney Chuck Farah for 90 days
The court said Farah took on far more cases against tobacco companies than he could handle.
Businesses suffer as Georgia-Florida game moves to Atlanta
Business usually amps up for the Georgia-Florida game, but the game has moved while EverBank Stadium is renovated.
Family sues apartment complex after teen is shot to death in home invasion
The lawsuit claims The Marley at Trout River Apartments failed to provide security despite hundreds of crimes.
MOSH hits $100M fundraising mark; $50M still sought
MOSH said it could break ground on its new Northbank museum even before the full amount is raised.
Who will win Duval’s Hispanic voters? Both parties have tried.
Hispanic voters are now 7% of Duval's electorate, and they could play a role in determining who wins.
JTA interim chief says ‘buck stopped with CEO’ in agency’s financial crisis
JTA Interim CEO Cleveland Ferguson also announced Wednesday that he would not seek the permanent position.
Jacksonville icon Johnnetta Betsch Cole celebrates 90th with A.L. Lewis gala
Johnnetta Betsch Cole will celebrate her 90th birthday with a gala raising money to close health and education gaps in Jacksonville's urban core.
Tony Moore appointed inaugural CEO of Jax Riverfront Alliance
The Jax Riverfront Alliance works with the city and other groups to enhance Jacksonville's riverfront.
Joseph DiSalvo reappointed to JEA board after months of deferrals
DiSalvo had defended former CEO Vickie Cavey amind allegations that she created a hostile work environment.
WHAT TO DO | ‘Phantom of the Opera’; ‘Nosferatu’;’Feeding Beatrice’; Persimmon Festival
Two silent classic horror films with live musical scores, a "spine-chilling gothic tale" on stage, and Eat Your Yard's Persimmon Festival are What to Do in the Jacksonville area this weekend.
Duval School Board candidates: What they support; who supports them
In addition to voting on a 1-mill tax extension for schools, voters in three Jacksonville districts will also choose new school board representatives.
Allison DeFoor, president of North Florida Land Trust, dies at age 72
Allison DeFoor was a lifelong public servant, a former sheriff and a dedicated conservationist.
City Council blocks effort to tap new housing trust fund for developer loan
Jacksonville lawmakers said the trust fund should be used to help people acquire affordable housing.
Matanzas Innlet restaurant to rebuild, 10 years after Hurricane Matthew
Matanzas Innlet was razed in 2017 after sustaining heavy damage from Hurricane Matthew.
Judge orders JSO to turn over jail records in Charles Faggart’s death
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office was ordered to provide video and reports to Faggart's family.
Pusser’s Bar & Grille set for transformation and new name
Pusser's, a mainstay in Ponte Vedra Beach for almost two decades, will become Craig's Beach House.
THE JAXSON | A look back at Oakland: The origins of Jacksonville’s Historic Eastside
Rare photographs from the early 20th century offer a glimpse into Oakland, the oldest neighborhood in Jacksonville's Historic Eastside.
What’s behind the surge in Florida’s ICE arrests?
The ICE arrest rate in Florida nearly doubled this summer compared to the spring, following a nationwide trend.
Judge sides with Clay County teacher over Charlie Kirk post
The administrative judge recommended dismissing a misconduct case against teacher Kelly Brock-Sanchez.
King tides and nor’easter swamp St. Augustine streets
The storm and tides pushed water levels 2 feet higher than expected, swamping Flagler College and City Hall.
Housing Authority board fires CEO after she refuses to resign
Housing Authority CEO Cheron Corbett was ousted after she requested a large bonus on top of her $300,000 salary.
Black history museum gets strong local support despite stalling at state
St. Augustine leaders agreed to award $25,000 to a foundation raising money for the museum
REVIEW | Alder & Oak beckons with pizza and a good time
Wood-fired pizza and an impressive beverage program highlight an Alder & Oak experience that's otherwise totally fine.
JTA board member calls for leadership to resign over financial crisis
Board member Daniel Vallencourt also said former CEO Nat Ford hid the extent of JTA's financial problems.
Jacksonville presents its first ‘food plan’ to combat food insecurity
The plan recommends steps to ensure that every Jacksonville resident has access to fresh, affordable food.
JSO investigates suspicious person approaching children at Jacksonville zoo
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office said it is investigating two separate complaints at the zoo.
People touched by suicide find support in St. Augustine
Dozens of people took part in the annual Out of the Darkness Walk on Sunday in St. Augustine.
Nor’easter producing dangerous surf and flooding along Florida’s East Coast
Rip currents, beach erosion and coastal flooding are expected to continue through the week.
Plans for ‘Town Center West’ include restaurants and a hotel
The new $100 million Town Center would replace the former Kmart in Neptune Beach.
At least 12 injured in shooting near FAMU stadium
Six children were among those injured on homecoming weekend for Florida A&M University.
OPINION | Hell on wheels: Why the JTA nightmare will never end
The Skyway was a tragicomic failure, but it was one JTA didn’t learn from, as we saw with a second boondoggle: the Neighborhood Autonomous Vehicle Innovation system.
Swings, beer garden and more shown on plans for Riverfront Plaza
The second phase of Riverfront Plaza is expected to open by the end of 2027, two years after the first phase.
UNF suspends Chi Phi fraternity over hazing incidents
UNF said an investigation of the fraternity found people posing nude, getting sprayed with a hose and using drugs.
Habitat St. Johns seeks owners for income-restricted homes
Habitat for Humanity of St. Johns County is seeking homeowners in Volusia Woods, the organization’s newest neighborhood.
With chances to make history, Black churches mobilize Northeast Florida voters
Black churches in Northeast Florida are mobilizing their members with Souls to the Polls campaigns to promote early voting.
Metal detectors coming to Duval elementary schools
Principals will notify families when it's time for their school to get the weapons detection system.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. touts dietary guidelines with Northeast Florida healthcare leaders
HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. visited Orange Park to discuss nutrition initiatives with Jacksonville area healthcare executives.
City board endorses $49M incentive for Fleet Landing proposal in Brooklyn
The Downtown Investment Authority advanced the proposed property tax refund for the 31-story tower to City Council.
Albritton latest GOP senator to balk at Amendment 3
The Florida Senate president says Amendment 3 would impair small towns' and counties' ability to provide services.
WHAT TO DO | ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’; Blues Fest; ‘Carrie: The Musical’
A family-friendly movie night in Riverside, a blues fest in St. Augustine and "Carrie: The Musical" in Arlington are What to Do in the Jacksonville area this weekend.
Bestselling author Madeline Martin on St. Augustine, writing and black cats
St. Augustine-based bestselling author Madeline Martin talks about the reality that grounds her popular fiction.
Judge dismisses felony charge in St. Johns County voter guide case
The charge was filed against political consultant Brianna Jordan, one of five people accused of distributing a fake voter guide.
St. Johns County OKs more development on farmland
Development is coming to nearly 250 acres of farmland designated as "agricultural enclaves."
THE JAXSON | The Boo Hag: A ghost story from 1930s Jacksonville
A Jacksonville family’s terrifying encounter with a life-draining witch from Gullah Geechee lore: the boo hag.
Community market coming soon to Union Terminal Warehouse
The monthly market will feature food, arts and crafts at the revamped building near EverBank Stadium.
Races for governor and senator tight as election nears, UNF poll finds
A new poll from UNF's Public Opinion Research Lab shows close races for governor and U.S. Senate.
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office shows off new headquarters in Brooklyn
Most operations have moved from the old Bay Street headquarters to the rebadged Florida Blue building in Brooklyn.
St. Johns County will remove Flock cameras from county roads
County commissioners narrowly agreed to remove about 45 Flock cameras along county rights of way.
Housing board scraps executive bonuses as financial questions mount
Jacksonville's Housing Authority board rejected a new bonus structure that would have enriched the CEO.
Oak Steakhouse Downtown considered for $400K in incentives
The Downtown Investment Authority board will consider incentives for the steakhouse planned in The Greenleaf building.
Nor’easter-like conditions could cause flooding along Florida coast
Portions of the St. Johns River may approach flood stage as a result of a coastal storm in the Atlantic.
The Amendment 3 dilemma: Cut taxes or cut services?
Amendment 3 could save homeowners thousands of dollars per year. It also could force cities and counties to cut services.
Cathedral Arts Project will expand arts education through its largest federal grant
Cathedral Arts Project says the grant will allow ideas formed in Jacksonville to be shared across the country.
Northbank senior tower considered for $49.27M in tax rebates
The refund on Fleet Landing's tower requires approval from the Downtown Investment Authority and City Council.
Fletcher coach removed as district investigates behavior by student-athletes
Duval Schools says it received reports of "unsupervised and inappropriate behavior" among student-athletes.
Florida’s extreme drought improves dramatically in one week
The Sunshine State is on track to reduce the drought as we finish the rainy season this month.
City auditors reveal years of questionable budgeting practices at JTA
Auditors said JTA's financial crisis may have been building for years, even as the agency reported a stable picture.
Founders of The District restaurant plan another spot next door
The new fine-dining restaurant in Springfield will include 24 outdoor seats and a "speakeasy style space."
WHAT TO DO | Filipino Pride Day; St. Augustine Greek Festival; Jax Veg Fest
Filipino Pride Day in Arlington, the St. Augustine Greek Festival and Veg Fest in Springfield are What to Do in the Jacksonville area this weekend.
What Florida voters need to know about Amendments 1 and 2
Amendments 1 and 2 involve the state's rainy day fund and property taxes on agricultural equipment.
Eat and drink on St. Johns Avenue, Avondale’s walkable commercial strip
Avondale's main business district, St. Johns Avenue, offers perhaps the region's most-walkable and inviting cluster of restaurants.
Atlantic Beach pushes to tighten e-bike regulations at the Beaches
Atlantic Beach Mayor Curtis Ford wants uniform regulations across all Beaches communities.
Florida wins key ruling on social media ban for young children
An appellate court said the law was justified to protect children from social media addiction.
Compare the candidates | NOV. 3 DUVAL COUNTY VOTER GUIDE
Duval County voter guide | Compare the candidates on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Compare the candidates | NOV. 3 ST. JOHNS COUNTY VOTER GUIDE
St. Johns County Voter Guide | Compare the candidates on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Compare the candidates | NOV. 3 CLAY COUNTY VOTER GUIDE
Clay County voter guide | Compare the candidates on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Hospital workers’ union files labor grievance against UF Health amid contract talks
The AFSCME Local 1328 and Local 1781 filed an Unfair Labor Practice grievance against UF Health amid stalled contract negotiations.
How state officials fought for months to keep a lid on Hope Florida report
State purchasing records show a flurry of payments to private law firms in the Hope Florida grand jury case.
Two detainees mistakingly released from Deportation Depot in Baker County
The state said an administrative error led to the release, but both individuals were quickly returned to detention.
Compare the candidates | NOV. 3 NASSAU COUNTY VOTER GUIDE
Nassau County Voter Guide | Compare the candidates on the Nov. 3 ballot with our Candidate Comparison Tool.
THE JAXSON | Primo Carnera’s Jacksonville knockout: A Forgotten Night in 1930
When future heavyweight champion Primo Carnera boxed in Jacksonville in 1930, the city stood in the center of the ring.
Attorney general issues second subpoena to JTA
The subpoena, part of an inquiry into JTA spending, seeks records related to travel and communications with the city.
City Council approves $30M gas tax loan to stop JTA ‘death spiral’
The emergency legislation approves a no-interest loan to stabilize JTA financially amid a $39 million budget shortfall.
Have you heard of a sport called ‘padel’? A club is coming to Jax
Conquer Padel Club will host a sport described as a mix between tennis and squash.
Basketball Hall of Famer Artis Gilmore announces Jacksonville City Council bid
Artis Gilmore announced he will challenge incumbent Republican Nick Howland for a seat on the Jacksonville City Council.
Players Championship donates $1M toward new MOSH
The Players Championship is donating $1 million toward the new Museum of Science & History planned on the Northbank. The gift will sponsor an exhibit within one of the planned galleries exploring the science, skill and art of golf — “sparking a greater understanding and appreciation for a game deeply rooted in this…
PolitiFact FL: Angie Nixon said Trump has deported ‘over 13,000’ Cubans. That’s mostly true
Nixon, a U.S. Senate candidate from Jacksonville, called President Trump "the deporter in chief."
St. Johns organizations weigh in on conservation tax measure
St. Johns County voters will decide whether the government should spend more money to support conservation.
Flagler Avenue to become a ‘festival street’ on Southbank
Retractable bollards would allow Flagler Avenue to be closed for events like farmers markets and festivals.
Jacksonville police kill armed woman after she shoots at them
The shooting was the 15th this year involving the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, compared with 17 all of last year.
OPINION | First they banned books. Now they come after the book store
An Angie Nixon press conference at her Cafe Resistance set her up as a defender of the kind of western intellectual tradition that was once valued across the political spectrum.
New concourse nears completion at Jacksonville International Airport
Concourse B, with new restaurants and six new gates, is expected to open in late January.
St. Augustine braces for heavy flooding from king tides and Hurricane Isaias
King tides are expected through Tuesday, and the city is warning drivers to be careful on flooded streets.
Edward Waters announces it will build first on-campus dorms since 1982
Edward Waters University announced it secured financing from the Rice Capital Asset Program.
Activists and doctors clash over repeal of school vaccine mandates
The Florida Department of Health wants to remove immunization requirements for four vaccines.
Hurricane Isaias could trigger tornado supercells across North Florida
Conditions will be especially favorable for Isaias to spawn tornadoes as far east as Jacksonville.
Duval Schools removes more books, including ‘1984’ graphic adaptation
Two Jodi Picoult novels and a book by Stephen King will be removed, along with the "1984" adaptation.
Elections come at turning point for St. Johns Airport Authority
Airport Authority candidates want to put controversy behind them and regain the public's trust.