Senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody say the Senate’s FY‑2027 NDAA would direct roughly $935M to Florida bases, funding hangars, ranges and infrastructure from Homestead to the Space Coast.

Locally owned Anchor 28 has soft-opened at the Holiday Inn Express in Vilano Beach with a coastal menu and indoor/outdoor seating ahead of a June 29 grand opening.

Savannah-based Zunzibar has started converting a former Brooklyn Station eatery in Jacksonville after securing a nearly $400,000 building permit.

A 34-year-old mother shopping with her children was grazed by bullet shrapnel inside a Valdosta Walmart after a man’s handgun discharged while he reached for his phone.

A 23-year-old motorcyclist from St. Johns was killed Saturday after colliding with an SUV on U.S. 1 near Wells Creek Parkway. Troopers closed lanes as they investigated.

A man found stabbed Monday on Atlantic Boulevard west of I‑295 died at a hospital, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says. Detectives have opened a probe and are seeking tips.

Strong storms knocked out traffic signals and caused multiple power outages across Waycross late Saturday; crews worked through the night to clear debris and restore service.

Hot, humid Saturday with afternoon storms likely and heat-index values into the low 100s. Beachgoers should watch flags and cooling centers are available.

Mid‑90s heat today with heat index over 100°F and a chance of late‑day storms. Beaches should watch for a moderate rip current risk.

A 14-year-old from Lake Asbury died after being struck while stopped on an unlit stretch of Sandridge Road, officials say.

Sticky, humid start with highs near 90°F and a slight chance of afternoon storms. Weekend heat spikes into the 105°F range.

Video shows children abusing a chihuahua at Middleburg's Main Street Boat Ramp; deputies say the dog later died and are seeking tips.

Council cleared a rezoning that paves the way for 77 apartments and about 25,000 sq ft of commercial space in the Eastside Phoenix neighborhood.