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Crime & Emergencies in ...
An 11-year-old boy died after a trailer fire Tuesday on the 12000 block of SW 84th Avenue in Bradford County; state investigators have been called in.
An early-morning crash at Flicker Avenue and Ernwill Street in Lincoln Villas resulted in a traffic fatality; the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is investigating.
Camp host couple Christopher and Anissa Osbourne were found dead at Ocean Pond Campground in Olustee; early signs point to a murder‑suicide as investigators work the scene.
Community & Society in ...
Duval County School Police confirmed the death of Officer Anthony “Junior” Lucano, a Westside school safety officer remembered as a mentor. Services with law enforcement honors were held Saturday.
Food & Drinks in ...
Local burger chain M Shack is expanding into SilverLeaf Market with a larger footprint, a play area and an expanded shake station, per local reports.
Local franchisee Amber Davis opened a Graze Craze at The Avenues on April 29, offering single-serve cups, grab-and-go boards and party catering. The shop joins two other Northeast Florida locations.
Arts & Culture in ...
A 40,000-square-foot Duval Hall has opened at the new Jacksonville Fairgrounds, and a 10,000-capacity JAX Amphitheater is planned for this fall.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
I-95 was shut both ways near mile marker 321 after an armed-person call, forcing diversions and heavy delays.
A 44-year-old Jacksonville man was arrested after police say he kidnapped a child under 13 and stole a car; the child was later found safe and reunited with family.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Duval County is replacing Hogan-Spring Glen with a $43.7–$44M pre-K–5 campus that will boost capacity to about 930 students and open in August 2027.
A 5,100‑acre Flagler County ranch called Phillips Ranch has hit the market at $42 million, pairing hunting grounds with a private golf course and shooting range.
JSO is investigating after an early-morning shooting on Edgewood Avenue South left a man with a leg wound; detectives detained four and canvassed the area.
A $53 million purchase by BTI Partners could open the door for about 2,700 single‑family lots near U.S. 301 and I‑10, with infrastructure work planned before builders buy finished lots.
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