A county vacate notice at North Coast Apartments — a former motel on U.S. 1 — cites fire‑safety and occupancy violations, leaving dozens of renters racing to relocate. Officials will hold a hearing Thursday to decide the complex’s fate.

Teachers at YMCA Tiger Academy say they were blindsided when a last‑day restructure cut about 20 jobs and left many educators off next year’s roster.

Mayor Deegan unveiled $400,000 in cameras, ATVs and a volunteer trailer to target illegal dumping and blight across Jacksonville. Officials say the gear will speed cleanups and build enforcement cases.

A black‑tie gala in Orlando pulled in $1.85 million for Make‑A‑Wish Central and Northern Florida, with proceeds staying in the region to fund local kids’ wishes. The event featured auctions, wish reveals and more than 1,000 guests.

Panama City Beach will issue on‑the‑spot $500 citations for entering the water when double‑red flags close the Gulf; repeat violations can carry a $1,000 fine and possible arrest. Officials say the change is meant to cut drownings and risky rescues.

Don Brewer Elementary held its final last day Thursday; students will join Merrill Road Elementary in August and the Don Brewer campus will become GRASP Academy.

Catalyst data and service reports show Duval County rents have climbed faster than senior incomes, pushing thousands of older renters into deep housing strain.

Neighbors at Tamaya Market are opposing a Bark Street Puppies shop, citing BBB complaints and a 3,600+‑signature petition while the company says it’s permitted and vetted.

County officials say tourism generates about $3.8 billion in activity and supports roughly 32,400 local jobs. The post underscores how dependent the county remains on visitors.

A Jacksonville veteran's service dog Mal'i was struck in a hit-and-run and ran off in East Arlington; the owner is asking locals to call with tips.

A Jacksonville family filed a wrongful-death suit and will hold a news conference demanding safer retention ponds after their 2-year-old drowned. They want property owners to act.

Douglas "Doug" Shepp McCain, the eldest son of Sen. John McCain, died suddenly at 66. Family memorial is set for May 30 in Virginia Beach.

A JSO drone feed helped lifeguards return two swimmers swept out by a current to shore. Officials warned of high rip currents over the Memorial Day weekend.