Jacksonville's Mayor Deegan and former Mayor Peyton partner to expand early literacy with a $1 million investment from the Gate Foundation, creating The Mayor's Book Club to distribute free monthly books to preschoolers.

Jacksonville police fatally shot a man who was holding a pregnant woman and child during a domestic disturbance, resulting in minor injuries to two officers.

A USPS employee in Jacksonville pled guilty to firearm possession as an illegal drug user and could face up to 15 years in prison. His arrest followed a raid where guns and drugs were found at his home.

Honduran national Pedro Espinoza-Guiffaro arrested in Florida for illegal reentry; faces up to 2 years in prison. Previously deported and wanted in Honduras for murder.

The National Weather Service reports a week of muggy weather, showers, and thunderstorms for Jacksonville, with high humidity and temperatures in the mid-90s.

Florida man James Davis II pleads guilty to COVID-19 PPE investment fraud and could face 30 years for bank fraud, plus additional time for other charges.

The City Commission has scheduled a Town Hall on July 19 at 10 a.m. at the Gail Baker Community Center for local citizens to discuss issues with officials.

St. Johns County opens new sand volleyball courts at Nocatee Community Park, aiming to attract players and tournaments, with a ribbon-cutting event on July 15.

Convicted Jacksonville child sex offender Sean-Michael Smith pleaded guilty to accessing child sexual abuse materials and awaits a potential 20-year sentence.

JSO's Narcotics Unit made a major drug bust in Brentwood, Jacksonville, seizing over 1,200 grams of fentanyl and other drugs; five firearms were also found, and five people were arrested.

Duval County Public Schools achieved an A-rating for the first time, with over 99% of schools rated A, B, or C, and notable improvements such as two schools rising by two grades and one going from F to C.

Record 72.2 million Americans traveled during the Fourth of July period, with Jacksonville International Airport experiencing efficient operations despite high volumes.

An e-bike rider died after colliding with a motorcycle on Jacksonville's Southside, pushing the area's traffic fatalities up, with discussions about e-bike safety ongoing.