St. Johns County Sheriff's Office shares bike safety tips for children cycling to school, including wearing helmets, riding with traffic, and obeying traffic laws. Visibility is also stressed with the use of lights and reflectors.

A Jacksonville man died in a crash on I-295 after his sedan collided with a pickup truck and hit a guardrail. He was not wearing a seatbelt. The truck's occupants were unharmed. Investigations are ongoing.

The JSO is asking for public assistance regarding the homicide of Robert Velleca, whose body was found in the Ortega River. They urge anyone with information to come forward.

The National Weather Service issued advisories for coastal Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, warning of coastal floods, high surf, rip currents, and gusty winds until October 12.

Jacksonville released “JaxPawFinder,” an AI app to help streamline pet adoptions, resembling dating apps with a swiping function to match users with compatible pets.

FSU collaborates with St. Johns County to implement a music therapy pilot program for children, celebrating the 70th anniversary of FSU's Music Therapy Program.

A motorcyclist died after a collision with a semi-tractor on Normandy Boulevard in Jacksonville. Investigations are ongoing regarding the crash circumstances.

Dutton Island Preserve is closed due to hazards from recent flooding. The City of Atlantic Beach announced the shutdown for safety reasons, and visits are restricted until the area is safe again.

A motorcyclist died in a Jacksonville crash with a pickup at Bulls Bay Highway and Ocala Avenue, marking the 32nd motorcycle death in Duval County this year.

A 13-year-old student from Lakeside Junior High School in Clay County was arrested for writing a threatening message in a school restroom, including plans to bomb the school and kill specific individuals.

Joseph's Pizza honors first responders with a month-long free meal promotion during September, fostering community goodwill and receiving positive feedback.

The NWS issued multiple advisories for coastal Florida, including flood and surf warnings, due to high waves and risks of property damage and beachgoer danger through Monday.

Jacksonville has completed creek improvements to reduce flooding, added a pedestrian bridge, and advanced the Emerald Trail project, enhancing urban connectivity and recreation.