A man was arrested in Lake City for an Easter shooting that injured a police officer; he faces multiple charges including assault with a deadly weapon.

William Evans from St. Augustine won a million-dollar prize from the Florida Lottery's scratch-off game, choosing a $640,000 lump sum payout before taxes.

St. Johns County promotes its Adopt-A-Road Program on Earth Day, encouraging community involvement in environmental preservation by maintaining local roads' cleanliness.

The NWS forecast for Jacksonville, FL, indicates mostly sunny days ahead, with highs ranging from 84°F to 89°F and a chance of showers starting Sunday afternoon.

State Road 207 in Vermont Heights is closed due to a significant traffic accident with multiple injuries; one in critical condition. Authorities are investigating and have not given a time for reopening.

Jacksonville is hosting the JaxReady Fest in 2025 to educate locals on emergency preparedness with free admission, parking, and various hands-on activities.

A two-year-old in Jacksonville accidentally shot himself with an unsecured firearm on Easter Sunday, prompting the Sheriff's Office to stress gun safety and provide free gun locks.

Jacksonville invites non-profits to a session on Public Service Grants to aid vulnerable populations, set for April 28th at Impact Church. Registration is required.

A significant drug operation in Jacksonville, Florida, was dismantled by the sheriff's office, leading to the arrest of nine individuals and the seizure of drugs, firearms, cash, and luxury items.

Jacksonville, Florida introduced a new playground at Friendship Fountain with an Easter event featuring egg hunts, music, food trucks, and Mayor Deegan attending. The Rivercity Readers bookmobile provided free books to children.

St. Johns County invites the community to the Turtletown USA Beach Cleanup on May 10, to help clean beaches and protect sea turtles. Supplies are provided, with no registration needed.

Operation Green Light in St. Johns County assisted residents with suspended licenses and unpaid court fines, resulting in 189 full case payments, 16 potential license reinstatements, and 309 payment plans. The event collected over $84,000.

Jacksonville University is restructuring to focus on high-demand fields, eliminating some majors, and laying off 40 faculty members as it prepares for anticipated enrollment declines.