Otis Shivers, a convicted felon from Jacksonville, received a 15-year sentence for illegal firearm possession under the Armed Career Criminal Act. His arrest was part of Project Safe Neighborhoods, a program aimed at reducing violent crime.

Mayor Deegan responded to a knife breach at a City Council meeting by strengthening security measures and reviewing City Hall's procedures and equipment.

A man died and four were injured in a Clay County car crash where a sedan ran a stop sign and hit an SUV. The driver, who died, wasn't wearing a seatbelt.

A woman was shot at a Jacksonville Dunkin' after an argument, suffering head and shoulder injuries. The suspect is in custody, and the victim is stable.

Jacksonville forecast: Partly sunny, chance of showers/thunderstorms, highs mid-90s. Evening rain chance drops, lows around 75. Increased rainfall expected Friday, weekend brings relief.

Julington-Durbin Preserve in Jacksonville is closed due to smoke from a recent wildfire. City officials have restricted access for safety and have not announced a reopening date.

Duval County Public Schools will revert to a paid meal program for 37 schools in 2025-26, ending the universal free lunch provided since March 2020, except for eligible students and those at CEP schools. Breakfast remains free for all.

Jacksonville announces Memorial Day closures of city offices and facilities, while pools open and certain services, like garbage collection, continue uninterrupted.

At the Centenarian Luncheon in Ponte Vedra Beach, Commissioner Clay Murphy and the St. Johns County Council on Aging honored residents aged 90+, celebrating their long lives and contributions to the community.

Commissioner Arnold of St. Johns County recognized May 2025 as Foster Parent Appreciation Month, honoring foster parents and the Family Integrity Program for their work with at-risk children.

A teacher and his son were killed while crossing Baymeadows Road, igniting calls for pedestrian safety improvements.

The Jacksonville Zoo changed its name to Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens, reflecting its focus on both animals and over 1,000 plant species. A new logo and tagline were introduced, emphasizing conservation and education.

Stacey Lynn Talmadge, a missing 48-year-old woman with autism, has been found safe by the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. The details of her disappearance and how she was located remain undisclosed.