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Top Jacksonville news: City murders highest in years; video shows kayaker saving bird; more

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Published on July 02, 2019
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Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Jacksonville.

Jacksonville's 81 homicides are most in first half of year in last decade

In a city where violent death is all too common, it felt like it's become worse in recent months.

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Video: Jacksonville kayaker saves bird tangled in fishing line

An incredible act of kindness from a Jacksonville kayaker was caught on camera. 

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Jacksonville mayor, sheriff sworn in 

Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry and Sheriff Mike Williams began their second terms.

Read the full story on FIRST COAST NEWS.

Jacksonville Game Center closes gameroom after thief punches hole through wall

The thief broke into the game center by punching a large hole from inside the neighboring Chinese restaurant.

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