Jacksonville's finance committee cuts property tax amid Florida DOGE's scrutiny and the CFO urges for more cuts while alleging some local governments may be scrubbing records.

The JSO Motorcycle Unit won multiple awards at the Henderson Police Motorcycle Skills Competition, with Officer Lundquist achieving notable success. They also offer a S.M.A.R.T. Motorcycle Safety Course to the community.

A child in Jacksonville is recuperating after accidentally shooting themselves with an unsecured gun; the Sheriff's Office underscores gun safety and offers free gun locks.

Jacksonville, FL is forecasted to have a week of unsettled weather, with high chances of showers and thunderstorms, and varying temperatures reaching into the 90s.

A 71-year-old man was hit and killed by a pickup truck in Fleming Island, FL, while crossing U.S. Highway 17. The driver was unharmed and not at fault.

Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department engineer, Brian Albright, was arrested for allegedly stealing from Winn-Dixie during self-checkout on 27 occasions.

Sheriff T.K. Waters of Jacksonville expressed condolences for five soldiers wounded in a shooting at Fort Stewart Army Post, highlighting the community's close military ties and urging vigilance.

Jacksonville invites volunteers for the International Coastal Cleanup on September 20th, aiming to surpass last year's 12,603 pounds of collected debris. No pre-registration is needed and service hour certificates will be provided.

St. Johns County launches a safety initiative for e-bike users, involving education and enforcement in collaboration with law enforcement and schools.

The Fountain of Youth Elks Lodge in St. Augustine celebrates its renovation with a ribbon-cutting on August 19. The $1.3 million project includes upgrades and flood mitigation, funded partly by an African American Cultural grant.

A woman in her 30s led a high-speed chase starting in St. Johns County through Jacksonville and was finally arrested on I-95, causing significant traffic delays.

Baker County Sheriff's Office announces heightened speed monitoring in school zones with cameras, issuing warnings and later fines to ensure safety as the new school year begins.

St. Johns County is proceeding with the demolition of the culturally significant Magic Beach Motel due to state law compliance, with efforts to preserve some elements.