The Jacksonville Beach Police are seeking help to identify a suspect who tried breaking into Beaches Dentistry; the male suspect has a distinctive tattoo.

Builders in Northeast Florida say 2026 looks calmer after a cooling market; NEFBA is prioritizing workforce training to help get homes built.

Jacksonville City Council approved ordinances to fund thermal imaging for JFRD, address blight, and invest in a reserve fund, while also establishing a CBA Board for Eastside neighborhood benefits.

Surveillance images show suspects accused of multiple thefts at an Oldfield Crossing home‑improvement store; JSO is asking for tips.

A Jacksonville man says he was shot after following a hit-and-run on St. Johns Bluff; investigators are asking for tips as the shooter remains at large.

City Council President Kevin Carrico plans to nominate Boys & Girls Clubs CEO Paul Martinez to the JEA board, drawing fresh questions about conflicts and oversight.

Clay County is reviewing plans for a new Dunkin' at East Canaveral Trace and Resilience Way in Oakleaf Plantation. The application shows a 1,380‑sq ft drive‑thru shop with 12 parking spaces.

Daimler Coaches cut the ribbon on a new West Jacksonville delivery, service and office complex near Pritchard Road and I‑295. The site will include service bays and a training center.

Neighbors in Southside Estates worry rezoning paperwork still lists "butchering" even after Apna Bazar withdrew a slaughterhouse plan. Council leaders say they'll add language to bar animal processing.

JTA will keep Connexion Plus running but with higher fares and a larger agency subsidy as costs surge past $8 million, prompting pushback from riders and a councilman.

St. Johns County Fire Rescue hosted the Winter Cadet Games, supporting future firefighters' growth with competitions in fire service skills and leadership.

JFRD responded to a fire at a recycling facility in Jacksonville. The fire was controlled by 6 p.m., with no injuries reported and the cause believed to be lithium-ion batteries.

A fire at a West Beaver Street recycling plant sent a thick plume of smoke over Jacksonville; crews reported no injuries and remained on scene to monitor hotspots.