Russell Owen Dill, a missing 67-year-old man with dementia from Jacksonville, has been found safe and returned home, as announced by the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office on their Facebook page.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office reports a decrease in homicides in 2024, attributing this to officer efforts, while stressing that any murder is too many. Further details are discussed in the Florida Times-Union.

A man was killed and a woman injured in a Westside hotel shooting early Sunday. The suspect fled and is sought by Jacksonville Police, who urge witnesses to come forward.

Jacksonville's weather forecast by the NWS predicts a mix of stormy conditions and a frosty morning, urging residents to prepare for fluctuating temperatures and a Cold Weather Advisory due to potential hypothermia risk.

Jacksonville Beach Police shared that extra holiday stockings from a community drive were donated to Wolfson's Children's Hospital, showing the local spirit of giving.

Clay County, FL, has upgraded a traffic cabinet at Spring Park Elementary School with a creative design to delight its students, part of a plan to revamp such infrastructure near schools.

Mayor Nancy Sikes-Kline, featured in St. Augustine, champions historic preservation and engages closely with residents, reflecting a leadership style committed to active community involvement.

Vice Mayor Barbara Blonder of St. Augustine credits her students with inspiring her political journey and emphasizes her commitment to environmental conservation.

Orange County, FL celebrates its 200th anniversary by inviting residents to share personal stories and photos for a public archive, highlighting the region's history and progress.

Nassau County, FL, offers a free online class on human trafficking on January 15, 2025, to educate the community on recognizing and reporting trafficking activities.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office announced their rigorous Physical Abilities Test, a key step for those wishing to join the police academy and embark on a law enforcement career.

Two teenagers in Marion County were arrested, accused of raping a juvenile girl, supported by digital evidence and injuries consistent with the victim's resistance.

The NWS in Jacksonville, FL, has issued a Frost Advisory with expected frost overnight. Residents should protect plants. The weather will be sunny with highs around 65, becoming windy post-storm.