St. Johns County Sheriff's Office responded to a call about a runaway emu; the bird was evasive but eventually caught and returned to its owners without harm.

Adan Turner, a missing 17-year-old, was located and is safe after a search involving the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office and community efforts via social media.

Duval County Public Schools reports a graduation rate of 97.6% for traditional high schools, surpassing the previous year and state growth trends. All subgroups exceeded 90%, with six schools achieving 100%.

A man was arrested by Jacksonville police for stealing a gun from a pawn shop after being identified with surveillance footage and rapid police response.

Volusia County hosts a free Tire Amnesty event to combat mosquito breeding by allowing residents to dispose of old tires. Proof of residency is required, with a limit of 20 tires per household.

The NWS has issued a freeze watch for northeast and northern Florida and southeast Georgia, advising precautions for sub-freezing conditions expected Thursday night through Friday morning.

The Clay County Sheriff's Office advises students to prioritize safety when commuting to school by bicycle, e-bike, or e-scooter, emphasizing the proper use of helmets and crosswalks.

Jacksonville reporter Lynn Jones-Turpin's unconventional expression of encouragement to Jaguars coach Liam Coen after a playoff loss sparks debate over journalism ethics.

Duval County Public Schools will discuss potential boundary changes for 12 elementary schools at meetings starting Jan. 15, with community input welcomed.

The Bartram Trail Branch Library will be closed for air conditioning replacement and renovations starting February 2, for about eight weeks, with limited services still available.

St. Johns County's social media post emphasizes the importance of clean stormwater, linking urban runoff to pollution in natural water bodies and urging public action in stormwater management.

Drug Free Duval partnered with Jacksonville Transportation Authority to offer free opioid overdose prevention training and Narcan distribution at the Winston Family YMCA.

Fort Caroline Elementary opens a new 3D Printing Lab, the "STEM Forge," at its DCPS STEM Innovation Center to inspire innovation in young learners with hands-on technology experiences.