St. Johns County is proceeding with the demolition of the culturally significant Magic Beach Motel due to state law compliance, with efforts to preserve some elements.

William Thomas Hogan of Jacksonville was sentenced to over eight years in prison for receiving child sexual abuse materials; he pleaded guilty and admitted to possessing CSAM on his cell phone.

St. Johns County is modernizing the Marsh Landing WWTP with a $2.3 million electrical upgrade, including a new motor control center, to improve resilience and efficiency.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office has celebrated the graduation of military veterans from the Restored Valor program, which aims at reducing recidivism by equipping them with skills for reintegrating into society.

A man in his late 20s was fatally shot in Jacksonville's Ribault area. Officers responded to Palmdale Street around 9 p.m.; the victim died at the hospital. No suspects identified as investigation continues.

JSO investigates a double homicide on Sawpit Road, where two individuals in their 50s were found shot dead. Several people are detained for questioning.

Jacksonville community groups are advocating for the State Attorney's Office to reexamine the case of William McNeil Jr., who was punched by officers during a traffic stop. They seek accountability and the formation of a public safety committee.

Upcoming road construction in Clay County may impact travel, with closures at CR209/Blanding, paving in Middleburg, efforts in Keystone Heights, and development in Fleming Island.

St. Johns County's American Flag Rescue Program has saved 20,000 flags from landfills, with community involvement and support from local businesses like Home Depot.

Two men, Hakeem Robinson and Leroy Whitaker, were convicted of first-degree murder in the killing of rapper Charles McCormick Jr., related to gang rivalries and a feud in the hip-hop community.

Jacksonville's mayor's office stated the city maintains strong fiscal health and has responded to an inquiry by Florida DOGE, citing effective management, high financial ratings, and the success of its 904LEAN initiative in streamlining services.

Duval's Summer VPK program helped young children get a head start on education by blending learning with play, as highlighted by VPK teacher Laronya Finn. The program's success is captured in a video shared by Team Duval News.

Atlantic and Neptune Beach residents are invited to discuss a potential water-sharing agreement for fire suppression. The workshop is on Aug. 6 at Atlantic Beach City Hall.