St. Augustine business owner Jack Dymond Leach has been indicted on charges relating to child sexual abuse material, with potential sentences ranging from 15 to 30 years if convicted.

Jacksonville Beach Gun Gallery donates a gun vault to promote firearm safety; police department announces Gun Safety Awareness Event on June 14, 2025, featuring a vault giveaway.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is hosting summer town hall meetings for community engagement on neighborhood safety, with a schedule posted on social media.

Douglas Anderson School of the Arts dominated the Applause Awards, with student Suliette Ortiz winning Outstanding Lead Performer, among other student accolades and faculty recognitions.

Joshua Phillips, convicted at 14 for murdering Maddie Clifton in 1998, will have his life sentence reviewed nearly three decades later, following a Supreme Court ruling that disallows automatic life sentences for juveniles.

A 5-year-old child drowned at Fernandina Beach near Seaside Park; despite lifeguard efforts and hospital care, the child suffered fatal cardiac arrest.

Jacksonville, FL is expecting a hot and stormy week, with high chances of showers and thunderstorms, temperatures reaching into the mid-90s, and high humidity.

A 22-year-old motorcyclist died in Putnam County after his bike collided with another, leading to a head-on crash with an SUV. Two SUV occupants were hospitalized with serious injuries. State Road 100 was closed for hours as authorities investigated.

Jacksonville Beach Police Department and local filmmaker Mitch Kaufmann collaborate on a gun safety video for an educational event, promoting responsible firearm use.

Jacksonville Armada FC had to move its Saturday games to Patton Park due to a last-minute cancellation by Edward Waters University, prompting fan frustration over the ongoing issue of venue changes.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office welcomes new Police Explorers for an eight-week law enforcement training program, offers Teen Police Academy, and promotes the Police Athletic League for community engagement.

Jacksonville faces a week of high heat and thunderstorms, with heat indices up to 106 and frequent precipitation chances, as Floridians prepare for typical summer weather conditions.

Thousands flocked to St. Johns River for Boater Skip Day in Clay County, prioritizing safety amidst relaxation and fun. Law enforcement stressed responsible boating to prevent incidents.