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.

Hundreds of juveniles caused disturbances at Orange Park Mall, leading to a hefty police response and a call for parents to pick up their children; no arrests or injuries were reported.

A multi-vehicle crash on Beach Blvd near I-295 led to westbound lane closures and rerouted traffic in Jacksonville.

Jacksonville's forecast includes showers and thunderstorms, with high humidity and temperatures near 92°F, potentially feeling like 100°F. Evening rain chances slightly decrease.

Youth Tennis Camp for ages 6-14 will take place at Jack Russell Park this July, with sessions tailored for different skill levels across three age groups.

One person died and another is critically injured in a crash on J. Turner Butler Boulevard in Jacksonville Beach; police are investigating. Traffic was disrupted, with road closures following the incident.

A man was found dead in Jacksonville's Cross Creek Apartments after a violent dispute. Multiple people were detained, and JSO is investigating the incident involving blunt force injuries.

St. Augustine announced city offices will close on July 4th, excluding waste services. Free public parking is available except at two locations. Fireworks are scheduled, with road closures near Castillo. Regular parking enforcement remains in effect.