A Dixie County couple is accused of faking their 15‑year‑old son’s cancer to collect donations, deputies say, and investigators have placed the teen in protective care. The arrests followed a months‑long probe that traced fundraisers and a bank account tied to the family.

Dense morning fog this week gives way to highs near 85°F and a late‑day chance of storms. Beaches should watch for a moderate rip current risk.

A 20-year-old was arrested after an alleged gun sale on Vermont Boulevard turned into an armed robbery; deputies recovered a firearm and charged him.

A school employee reported two men trading a shotgun near Bradford High in Starke; deputies arrested the pair, secured the campus and officials say no students were harmed.

Jacksonville police say an unknown white "bad dope" has caused multiple overdoses and one death; officers and Pulaski County deputies are investigating.

A pedestrian was struck by a train at U.S. 1 and Lewis Speedway; east-west lanes were blocked but the intersection has since reopened as the Major Crimes Unit investigates.

Flagler County deputies say a 20‑year‑old Palm Coast woman is detained after a newborn was found buried in a backyard; investigators say she delivered at home and the case is under investigation.

A 2,000-sq-ft Dunkin' is proposed at the Publix-anchored center in SilverLeaf; St. Johns County will review plans on March 25.

The city inspector general has opened an inquiry into JEA after sources say the utility may have failed to bill as much as $100 million in capacity fees. Officials say a tracking program is being developed while watchdogs and council members prepare to review findings.

Rise N Shine, a new Jacksonville food truck from veteran operator Misty, plans a March 23 launch serving breakfast, brunch and burgers. Locations are still being finalized.

A man in his 50s was found shot to death on Jacksonville’s Northside Friday; JSO says a person of interest is in custody as detectives investigate.

A Duval County jury convicted former Jean Ribault assistant principal Kenyannya Wilcox of stalking, battery and official misconduct after a 2021 Jaguars game confrontation and a fake complaint.

Relatives of 33‑year‑old Taylor Purtee say her Jan. 26 death in Waycross may involve fentanyl; police have opened an investigation and the family is pressing for answers.