Benderson asked JEA to check utilities for a 1,003‑acre Bacardi master plan in North Jacksonville that would add millions of square feet of industrial space, a Publix and new housing. The filing starts a technical review of water, sewer and phasing needs.

Two people were arrested after a video allegedly showed a 14-year-old at a Jacksonville strip club. Investigators say detectives are reviewing video and security footage as the case moves forward.

Students returned to St. Marys Elementary after crews removed a bat colony and the district completed an extensive remediation and cleaning effort. Officials say the building was cleared for reentry.

Council will consider a Downtown Entertainment District that could push last call to 3 a.m., and nominees for Five Points’ new special-district board. These moves tie into broader downtown redevelopment and safety plans.

After IAFF Local 3865 declared impasse on Jan. 19, St. Johns County appointed a special magistrate and scheduled an executive session to weigh schedule, staffing and pay proposals.

A Palm Coast woman died in a crash on I-95 in Flagler County when her vehicle collided head-on with an SUV facing the wrong way after hitting a guardrail.

A 64-year-old man died after his Jeep Cherokee struck a semi-truck on I-95 in St. Johns County. The collision was attributed to an unsafe following distance.

The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office introduced a new K-9, Titan, thanks to a donation from Dr. DePaço and his family, who have donated 11 dogs since 2015.

Clay County Commissioners approved a new strategic plan focusing on health, safety, infrastructure, and quality of life, discussed road projects, and managed resignations and appointments, with the meeting details available online.

Race Track Road railroad crossing in St. Johns County will be closed from Feb 7-10 for maintenance, with detour information available for affected commuters.

A Florida man was sentenced to 327 months in prison for sex trafficking two women using violence and coercion. He must also pay restitution to the victims.

Two University of Florida scholars influenced Mars mission planning with their report on science goals for the Red Planet, prioritizing the search for life and other scientific explorations.

Jacksonville, FL weather forecast includes sunny days, possible showers, and gusty winds with temperatures ranging from highs near 70 to lows around 34 degrees and frost expected later in the week.