Michael Sermons, a 73-year-old with Alzheimer's, was found safe after being reported missing in Atlantic Beach, with police and social media aiding his return.

Jacksonville transit services will operate through the holidays, with the Jacksonville Station closing early on Christmas Eve and remaining closed on selected days. The Scarlet Route extends service for military and civilians.

A Jacksonville man received a 12.5-year sentence for trying to entice a minor online, following an FBI sting operation. He must also register as a sex offender.

Convicted felon Anthony Mackey received a seven-year federal prison sentence for illegally possessing firearms after a traffic stop led to his arrest.

The Florida Theatre in Jacksonville is recognized as the most-attended venue in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, with a high ticket sale volume despite its smaller size.

The National Weather Service foresees variable weather for Jacksonville, FL with chances of showers, thunderstorms, and fog, and highs in the 70s dropping to cooler temperatures over the weekend.

The Seventy-First Falcons secured a spot in the 3A state championship by defeating the Jacksonville Cardinals 43-7 in the NCHSAA 3A East regional championship.

Loranzia Outin III, a Middleburg felon, pleaded guilty to possessing firearms, facing potentially 15 years in prison. His case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods to reduce gun violence.

Florida state representatives visited the District 23 Medical Examiner's Office to assess its needs amid facility constraints and increasing demands due to population growth.

The Palm Valley Boat Parade in St. Johns County featured community spirit, festive decorations, and a financial boost from local officials to make it accessible for the larger community.

The Hastings Hometown Christmas Parade, hosted by St. Johns County Parks and Rec and Public Library System, is to bring joy with a festive procession and market while anticipating minor traffic delays.

The University of Florida plans to open a new graduate campus in Jacksonville's LaVilla neighborhood by 2026, focusing on semiconductor research with local government support and a vision for urban development.

The NWS forecasts sunnier, breezier conditions with temperatures rising from 57°F to mid-70s over the week in Jacksonville, FL, and increased wind gusts approaching the weekend.