St. Johns County's Risk Management Department won an award for department of the year and Laura Dodd was named the Risk Management Professional of the Year. Their experience modification factor is notably low at 0.49.

A woman in Jacksonville was critically injured after being shot by her husband. The shooting occurred at an apartment complex and is believed to stem from a domestic dispute. The husband is detained; further investigation is ongoing.

Viv Helwig, founder of Vested Metals International, won the North Florida District Small Business Person of the Year award from the Small Business Administration.

Revlon is closing its Jacksonville facility, displacing 127 workers, as part of restructuring efforts following its bankruptcy protection filing last year.

Backwater Development acquired Jacksonville's Regency Square Mall, with plans to revitalize the site into a mix of housing, retail, and entertainment spaces. Council member Ken Amaro views the sale as a positive step for the community.

Hulk Hogan is touring Jacksonville to promote his Real American Beer, with appearances at various venues for fans to meet and enjoy the new beer brand.

A woman was fatally shot outside a Jacksonville day care; the gun reportedly discharged accidentally while an individual was removing items from a truck. Authorities are investigating and no charges have been filed yet.

JEA CEO Vickie Cavey's salary increased to $700,000 with board approval, despite public concerns and ahead of a vote on utility rate hikes. Her pay rise is justified by her performance and market standards.

Pollo Tropical closed its last three Jacksonville locations abruptly, leaving the community without the chain's Latin dishes. No statement has been issued on the reasons behind the closures.

RagTime Tavern in Atlantic Beach has closed permanently after over 30 years, leaving the community without the long-standing dining establishment. No reason for the closure has been given.

CamiCakes closed its Jacksonville location after nearly two decades. The bakery, headquartered in Atlanta, hinted at a new chapter despite no specific details on future plans.

Captain Allan Askar is selling his beached 1977 sailboat for $1 after it got stranded at New Smyrna Beach following a difficult journey battling strong winds and waves.

Two shootings occurred near Downtown Jacksonville's James Weldon Park, including one where a boy was injured. The JSO is investigating both incidents.