The Florida Senate advanced SB 1516 to force carriers to block calls and texts with manipulated caller ID, mandate STIR/SHAKEN and levy six‑figure fines for violations.

A DIA briefing to City Council shows 10 downtown projects could seek up to $224.7M in completion grants, putting pressure on the city budget. Council members are debating alternatives.

St. Johns County Fire Rescue conducted intensive training at the Villages of Vilano, focusing on high-rise fire attack techniques, showcasing their dedication to preparedness and excellence in public service.

Recent findings from the ACTIVE study show cognitive speed training may reduce dementia risk by 25% over two decades, based on University of Florida research.

A 2-year-old was struck and killed when an SUV backed out of a Silver Springs driveway. Troopers said the driver did not see the child.

Westside residents say repeated complaints were ignored after a quadruple shooting at the Paxon Shopping Center parking lot and they’re pressing their councilwoman for action.

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.