The Green Cove Springs City Council approved water and wastewater rate increases and a millage rate hike despite community objections to cover operating costs and account for anticipated revenue drops.

The NWS in Jacksonville, Florida, warns of high rip current risk on local beaches until Monday evening, advising precautions and swimming near lifeguards.

Clay County's recent meeting covered transportation projects, financial affairs including the FY 2025-2026 budget, and governance updates with new appointments to advisory boards and commissions.

Woman dies after being hit by a truck in Jacksonville; she was not in a crosswalk according to JSO, and the driver is cooperating with the investigation.

A Little Library opens at Project S.W.I.N.G. in St. Augustine with a dedication event on September 26, featuring city officials, a fraternity, and local students.

Jacksonville Sheriff seeks a trio, including two elderly women, for stealing over 60 wine bottles from a store. The Sheriff's Office released a video and seeks public assistance.

One person was killed and three injured in a shooting on I-10 in Jacksonville; the shooter, in a dark vehicle, fired after an exchange of words. An investigation is ongoing.

Florida officials are taking stringent measures against kratom, particularly 7-OH, due to health risks, classifying it with drugs like heroin and LSD.

Jacksonville detectives arrested William Bell Jr. for a 2023 murder after lengthy investigations. He faces multiple felonies and is detained awaiting trial.

NWS Jacksonville forecasts mostly sunny days with highs near 88°F, light winds, and a slight chance of weekend showers. The following week may see mid-80s temps, chances of showers, and thunderstorms up to 40%.

Florida officials enacted an emergency rule classifying kratom's compound 7-OH similar to heroin, due to health risks and a spike in related ER visits.

Matthew Eric Baumgardner, 49, of Jacksonville, pleaded guilty to using the internet to access child sexual abuse material. A repeat offender, he faces up to 20 years in prison and lifetime supervision, with sentencing set for December 12.

Two people died in a Clay County, Florida, home invasion that left others wounded, including a critically injured 21-year-old woman. The suspect was killed by a resident during the attack.