A South Florida chef was arrested in Gainesville after police say he drove to meet a 16‑year‑old and sexually battered her; he faces multiple felonies and is being held without bail.

JSO is investigating a death at Colonial Point condos on Atlantic Boulevard after a reported domestic disturbance. Police scheduled a 9 a.m. briefing as investigators worked the scene.

JAXPORT has been added to a weekly ZIM‑MSC Asia rotation, offering direct calls to China and Korea plus transshipment links to Latin America and the Mediterranean.

WareWorks opened this week in the former Venus Swimwear headquarters, turning a 135,000‑sq‑ft building into a community hub for skilled‑trades training and employer connections.

A man was grazed by a bullet while driving near Odessa Street on Jacksonville’s Eastside; police say an ex‑boyfriend ran from the car and detectives are searching for him.

A 28-year-old man was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer after fleeing an encounter with ICE and HSI agents in St. Augustine; state troopers are investigating. The incident comes amid heightened scrutiny of vehicle stops during immigration operations.

Jacksonville Beach police say five people tied to a theft ring at the Home Depot face 97 charges; investigators recovered about $2,500 and estimate more than $22,000 was stolen.

JTA began public meetings on proposed fare hikes that would raise single-ride bus fares to $2 and increase vehicle fees on the St. Johns River Ferry. Riders gave mixed reactions at the first Mayport meeting.

Hot and humid Wednesday with scattered afternoon storms and heat‑index near 100°F.

Sheriff T.K. Waters will hold a 3:30 p.m. briefing to announce the arrest of a current JSO patrol officer. The development follows months of internal probes.

Louis Hester, 20, was arrested after a July 4 attack that left a man with a concussion. Charging papers allege he conspired with juveniles; he is being held without bond.

A Jacksonville woman was arrested after authorities say a 4-year-old was found alone in unsanitary, potentially dangerous conditions, including access to fire hazards. Charging documents list child‑abuse and related counts.

Flagler Beach says a state law will force an estimated $43M overhaul to stop treated wastewater from flowing into the Intracoastal, with years of construction ahead.