A former Navarre gymnastics coach admitted in federal court to producing and selling sexually explicit images of minors; sentencing is set for Oct. 14.

A Jacksonville buyer is charged with organized fraud after authorities say she routed more than $25,000 from her employer to a company she controlled.

Emergency crews responded to a deadly crash at Roosevelt Boulevard and Timuquana Road Wednesday evening; the right southbound lane was blocked and drivers were urged to avoid the area.

ACPS will host a BISSELL Empty the Shelters adoption drive Saturday at 2020 Forest St; adoption fees are waived and hundreds of pets are expected. Arrive early and bring ID.

JSO's state‑funded drone pilot is reaching 911 calls in under a minute and has already flown to more than 200 calls, officials say.

UCF joined a statewide decision to raise out‑of‑state fees 15%, increasing costs for non‑Florida students and adding roughly $9.8M to UCF’s budget for faculty and instruction.

Muggy morning, highs near 95°F and heat‑index values over 100°F. Storm chances increase Saturday and Sunday.

Local supervisors say public equipment tests, signature checks and audits will protect the 2026 vote across Tampa Bay and Florida.

As Mega Millions climbs to an estimated $743M, local data show a handful of Jacksonville retailers have repeatedly sold a disproportionate share of big winners.

JEA is reviewing utility plans for an 85,000-square-foot Army Reserve training facility and an 8,700-square-foot vehicle shop near Normandy Boulevard and Cecil Airport.

A jogger on Eagle Creek Road was mauled by a pack of dogs; a passing driver fired a shot to scare them off and the victim faces multiple surgeries. Animal control has taken the dogs into custody.

An active investigation is underway at El Potro Mexican Restaurant on U.S. 90 West in Lake City; law enforcement had a heavy presence and drivers were asked to use caution.

A woman was found dead on the banks of Goodby's Creek next to Hooters on San Jose Boulevard; JSO says detectives are investigating as the medical examiner reviews the case.