Democrats unveiled the Reproductive Freedom Act in Tallahassee — companion bills that would restore reproductive‑care protections and shield contraception and IVF, but passage faces steep political hurdles.

A city permit approved site clearing at Atlantic North this week to prepare for a 61,204‑sq‑ft Harris Teeter and an adjacent liquor store.

A Liberty Pines Academy career survey asked middle school students odd personal questions — from bubble baths and goats to 'extreme body modification.' The district has opened an HR review while lawmakers push a parental-review bill.

A student in Jacksonville was hospitalized after a knife incident on a school bus, with another in custody. The JSO is investigating, but no details on charges have been released.

First Lady Casey DeSantis announced the successful treatment of the first patient in the Florida Panhandle under the Cancer CARE Beyond Walls™ initiative.

The National Weather Service predicts a sunny day in Jacksonville with a high of 69°F and winds up to 16 mph. Conditions will remain clear tonight with a low of 49°F. The weekend will see mild temperatures, with a likelihood of showers on Sunday.

Florida man, Erwin Phillips Burley, faces new charges including sex trafficking and interstate transportation for prostitution after a prior conviction for enticement.

Early 2026 polling shows Byron Donalds leading the GOP primary to succeed Ron DeSantis, with Trump's endorsement amplifying his edge.

Jacksonville officials announced closures of city offices and facilities for Presidents' Day 2026, including City Hall and other public buildings, with no change to waste collection schedules.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office warned the public of potential Valentine's dates who are suspects in thefts, using social media to share images and encourage reporting.

The Jacksonville Beach Police are seeking help to identify a suspect who tried breaking into Beaches Dentistry; the male suspect has a distinctive tattoo.

Builders in Northeast Florida say 2026 looks calmer after a cooling market; NEFBA is prioritizing workforce training to help get homes built.

A WIRED investigation and local reporting show ICE may be eyeing One Enterprise Center at 225 Water St for a downtown legal office; property managers say no lease is confirmed.