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Economy, immigration & abortion: UNF poll unveils top issues for voters nationwide in 2024
Read full article: Economy, immigration & abortion: UNF poll unveils top issues for voters nationwide in 2024A new poll from UNF's Public Opinion Research lab identifies the key issues on voters' minds for the 2024 election cycle.
How a third party or additional candidate could affect the race for president
Read full article: How a third party or additional candidate could affect the race for presidentWith President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump collectively polling as the least popular matchup in modern history, there's been a lot of buzz about other potential names on the ballot. That buzz ratcheted up in the past couple weeks when Jets Quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ name was dropped as a possible running mate for independent candidate Robert F Kennedy Junior. While an independent or third party candidate isn’t expected to win… it could significantly affect the race.
Florida’s primary election, how strongly has the GOP solidified its support of Trump?
Read full article: Florida’s primary election, how strongly has the GOP solidified its support of Trump?Tuesday is election day in Florida with the GOP Primary -- although you may not have known it with both Presidential primaries being over before it even began. Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden have secured the delegates to get their party’s nomination.
Duval County voters to have more places to cast a ballot early in 2024
Read full article: Duval County voters to have more places to cast a ballot early in 2024With 2024 just a few weeks away, and the Florida presidential primary coming up in March, Duval County voters will have more options for early voting in the upcoming election year.
A break down of the candidates running for president in 2024
Read full article: A break down of the candidates running for president in 2024More politicians are jumping into the race for president. Republican Tim Scott announced his presidential run Monday. He's one of six republican candidates whose campaigns have raised over $1 million each.
With 33% voter turnout, here are the results for property appraiser, 7 City Council runoffs
Read full article: With 33% voter turnout, here are the results for property appraiser, 7 City Council runoffsWhile most eyes were on the mayor’s race Tuesday — which was clenched by Democrat Donna Deegan — seven City Council seats and the race for property appraiser were also in runoffs after the first election in March.
Frequently asked questions & common mistakes on election day
Read full article: Frequently asked questions & common mistakes on election dayThe polls are open, and more than half-a-million registered voters in Jacksonville still have not cast their ballots for Tuesday’s election, which means this is still anyone’s race.
On eve of Election Day, official urges younger voters to participate in consequential city election
Read full article: On eve of Election Day, official urges younger voters to participate in consequential city electionJacksonville will elect a new mayor on Tuesday which could set the city on a new course.
Jacksonville’s first Black sheriff criticizes ads attacking mayoral candidate Deegan, says they are dividing city
Read full article: Jacksonville’s first Black sheriff criticizes ads attacking mayoral candidate Deegan, says they are dividing cityA new political ad has hit the airwaves and it’s drawing a lot of attention.
Tell us: How important is a sheriff’s endorsement to your vote for mayor?
Read full article: Tell us: How important is a sheriff’s endorsement to your vote for mayor?Former Sheriff Nat Glover has responded to attack ads in the race for mayor with his own ad. The TV ad is put out by the "Saving Our City PC."
Vote 2023: The first day of early voting in Jacksonville
Read full article: Vote 2023: The first day of early voting in JacksonvilleThe first day of early voting has ended. And, the main event in this election is Jacksonville's new mayor. In two weeks, we will get the answer on whether it will be Democrat Donna Deegan or Republican Daniel Davis.
Early voting starts Monday in Jacksonville’s city elections
Read full article: Early voting starts Monday in Jacksonville’s city electionsFrom May 1 to May 14, every Duval County registered voter will be able to cast a ballot at any one of nearly 20 early voting locations around the county in races for Jacksonville mayor and at least two other city races.
Crime is biggest issue as mayoral candidates face off during radio forum
Read full article: Crime is biggest issue as mayoral candidates face off during radio forumThe candidates running to become Jacksonville’s next mayor, Republican Daniel Davis and Democrat Donna Deegan, are offering different strategies to address the biggest issue people in the River City are facing: Crime.
Supervisor of Elections testing voting equipment ahead of May vote
Read full article: Supervisor of Elections testing voting equipment ahead of May voteWith less than a month before Jacksonville returns to the polls to elect a new mayor, Duval County’s Supervisor of Elections is testing the equipment that will be used. It’s to make sure the count will be accurate.
More ads hit the airwaves in Jacksonville’s neck-and-neck mayor’s race. How the candidates are responding
Read full article: More ads hit the airwaves in Jacksonville’s neck-and-neck mayor’s race. How the candidates are respondingWith more and more political ads hitting the airwaves Thursday, many of them negative, News4JAX is hearing from voters about the impact they have on their choices for mayor.
Politic observers say increase in voter turnout is imperative for mayoral runoff election in May
Read full article: Politic observers say increase in voter turnout is imperative for mayoral runoff election in MayIn less than a month, Jacksonville residents will elect a new mayor in a runoff election and the latest polls show the race is neck and neck between Republican Daniel Davis and Democrat Donna Deegan.
Monday is last day to register to vote in Duval County’s May election
Read full article: Monday is last day to register to vote in Duval County’s May electionMonday is the last day to register to vote in the upcoming May election in Duval County. The big item on the ballot is the runoff in Jacksonville’s mayoral race between Republican Daniel Davis and Democrat Donna Deegan.
The Donna Foundation Mother’s Day race will happen as scheduled after city asked to move it
Read full article: The Donna Foundation Mother’s Day race will happen as scheduled after city asked to move itThe Donna Foundation announced on Friday that it has received the permit for the annual Mother’s Day 5K event.
As city mulls decision on Donna Foundation’s Mother’s Day race permit, expert says the damage is done
Read full article: As city mulls decision on Donna Foundation’s Mother’s Day race permit, expert says the damage is doneIt’s still unclear if the city will issue a permit for the Donna Foundation Mother’s Day 5k race set to take place before next month’s election.
‘I don’t understand’: Duval County elections supervisor disappointed at voter turnout
Read full article: ‘I don’t understand’: Duval County elections supervisor disappointed at voter turnoutJacksonville residents ready to cast their ballots for city elections headed to the polls Tuesday to elect the next mayor and new city council members.
Early voting is over in Duval County, next up, Election Day
Read full article: Early voting is over in Duval County, next up, Election DayPoll workers were busy at the election center Monday, setting up for voters to elect the next mayor and city council members in Jacksonville. Early voting brought in about 13.8% of registered voters in Duval County.
Vote 2023: Early voting percentage increases slightly as election day draws near
Read full article: Vote 2023: Early voting percentage increases slightly as election day draws nearIt appears voter turnout for the Jacksonville city election is going to be low. As of Friday, early voting and mail-in voting stands at 11%.
Duval County Supervisor of Elections Office tests voting equipment ahead of city election
Read full article: Duval County Supervisor of Elections Office tests voting equipment ahead of city electionThe Duval County Supervisor of Elections Office on Friday tested voting equipment ahead of the city election next month to make sure the machines are working and counting votes correctly.
‘People tell me they miss my voice’: Corrine Brown hosts hobnob for Jacksonville candidates
Read full article: ‘People tell me they miss my voice’: Corrine Brown hosts hobnob for Jacksonville candidatesOne of the most controversial political figures in Jacksonville is getting involved again in the local political scene.
Where do Jacksonville mayoral candidates stand on Jaguars stadium renovations? Here’s what they said
Read full article: Where do Jacksonville mayoral candidates stand on Jaguars stadium renovations? Here’s what they saidOne of the key issues for voters in the upcoming race to become Jacksonville’s next mayor hinges on the future of the Jacksonville Jaguars and its stadium on the banks of the St. Johns River.
Cumber on political ads: ‘The only candidate’s family that is under attack is mine’
Read full article: Cumber on political ads: ‘The only candidate’s family that is under attack is mine’The political TV ads from two of the Republican candidates for mayor of Jacksonville have been nonstop, each targeting the other for their role in the attempted sale of JEA.
Mayoral candidates Allen, Cumber, Davis answer your questions on Jags stadium future, other key issues
Read full article: Mayoral candidates Allen, Cumber, Davis answer your questions on Jags stadium future, other key issuesThree candidates who are vying to become the next mayor of Jacksonville answered key questions asked by News4JAX viewers during recent interviews with This Week In Jacksonville host Kent Justice.
Your Voice Matters: A look at the attempted JEA sale and the race for Jacksonville Mayor
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: A look at the attempted JEA sale and the race for Jacksonville MayorWe are taking a look at the role JEA is playing in the upcoming mayoral election. The attempted sale of the Jacksonville government owned utility has made headlines over the past five years.
Your Voice Matters: We’re interviewing every Jacksonville mayoral candidate. What are your questions?
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: We’re interviewing every Jacksonville mayoral candidate. What are your questions?In the coming weeks, News4JAX is planning to sit down with all eight candidates who are running for Jacksonville mayor in the 2023 election.
Your Voice Matters: We’re interviewing every Jacksonville mayoral candidate. What are your questions?
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: We’re interviewing every Jacksonville mayoral candidate. What are your questions?In the coming weeks, News4JAX is planning to sit down with all eight candidates who are running for Jacksonville mayor in the 2023 election.
The areas of Jacksonville most affected by voting district changes this election
Read full article: The areas of Jacksonville most affected by voting district changes this electionIn 63 days, voters in Jacksonville will head to the polls to elect new city leaders including the mayor and city council members.
Your Voice Matters: Is the Jaguars stadium lease a key issue for you in the upcoming spring election?
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: Is the Jaguars stadium lease a key issue for you in the upcoming spring election?In March, Jacksonville voters will submit a ballot for the city’s next mayor. Republican Lenny Curry is term-limited and someone new will be taking the seat.
News4JAX readers say they want Gov. DeSantis to focus on guns, cannabis and housing in second term
Read full article: News4JAX readers say they want Gov. DeSantis to focus on guns, cannabis and housing in second termFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis was sworn in on Tuesday in Tallahassee for the start of his second term.
Your Voice Matters: Issues you & our political analyst say are biggest for next Jacksonville mayor
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: Issues you & our political analyst say are biggest for next Jacksonville mayorIn March, Jacksonville voters will submit a ballot for the city’s next mayor. Republican Lenny Curry is term-limited and someone new will be taking the seat.
Your Voice Matters: What are your questions for newly-elected Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters?
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: What are your questions for newly-elected Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters?T.K. Waters will serve as Jacksonville’s next sheriff. Duval County voters chose him with 55% of the vote, over opponent Lakesha Burton. On election night, Tuesday, November 8, Waters told his supporters, “It’s time to get to work. We’re going to take care of the people in our city because it’s absolutely the best city in the entire world.”
If Donald Trump runs for president in 2024, it could have major political impacts on Florida and Georgia
Read full article: If Donald Trump runs for president in 2024, it could have major political impacts on Florida and GeorgiaThe nation is watching to see if former President Donald Trump will announce a 2024 run for president during a speech planned for Tuesday night.
Your Voice Matters: Midterm election results, how did we do?
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: Midterm election results, how did we do?The 2022 midterm election on November 8 brought us a lot of key races -- Florida governor, Georgia governor, Florida senator, Georgia senator, Jacksonville sheriff. News4JAX sent news teams all over the state and to Atlanta to bring you the candidate speeches and results.
Duval County elections official explains process when ballot scanner breaks down
Read full article: Duval County elections official explains process when ballot scanner breaks downDuval County Chief Elections Assistant Robert Phillips said voters can get answers to their questions from the Duval County Elections Center by calling 904-255-8683.
Crist, DeSantis tell voters to show up to polls ahead of approaching storm
Read full article: Crist, DeSantis tell voters to show up to polls ahead of approaching stormRepublican Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday urged voters to show up to the polls on Election Day as a strong storm bears down on the state. DeSantis is facing a challenge from former governor and current Democrat Charlie Crist.
Georgia voters set all-time record for early turnout in midterm election
Read full article: Georgia voters set all-time record for early turnout in midterm electionAs of Saturday morning, Georgia’s record-breaking early turnout concluded with 2,288,889 voters casting their ballot during Early Voting, according to state elections officials.
‘It starts at the top:’ Georgia’s top elections official says governor candidates will accept midterm results
Read full article: ‘It starts at the top:’ Georgia’s top elections official says governor candidates will accept midterm resultsGeorgia will be under the microscope for the midterms after being the center of attention during the 2020 presidential election.
Your Voice Matters: As Election Day approaches, candidates for Clay County Commission take your questions
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: As Election Day approaches, candidates for Clay County Commission take your questionsMost of the races in Clay County were over with the primary election in August. But there is still one key race and that’s the race to represent District 2 in the Clay County Commission, a district that covers the Oakleaf area in the northern part of the county. Election Day is one week from today.
Your Voice Matters: What are your questions for the candidates for Florida Agriculture Commissioner?
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: What are your questions for the candidates for Florida Agriculture Commissioner?Primary voters chose Republican Wilton Simpson and Democrat Naomi Blemur to compete for the commissioner of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services in November’s general election.
Amendment 3 would increase home tax exemption, save teachers, police $550 a year but cost Duval $38M in tax revenue
Read full article: Amendment 3 would increase home tax exemption, save teachers, police $550 a year but cost Duval $38M in tax revenueAmendment 3, if approved, would increase the homestead exemption for teachers, law enforcement officers and active-duty military.
Your Voice Matters: Crime remains key issue for Jacksonville voters in midterm elections
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: Crime remains key issue for Jacksonville voters in midterm electionsEarly voting is underway in Northeast Florida this week and there is one key issue on the minds of many voters.
Your Voice Matters: What are your questions for candidates for Clay County commission?
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: What are your questions for candidates for Clay County commission?Two candidates are in the running to become the next Clay County Commissioner for District 2, a district that covers the Oak Leaf area in the northern part of the county.
Crowds head to early voting sites in Duval County as record midterm turnout expected nationwide
Read full article: Crowds head to early voting sites in Duval County as record midterm turnout expected nationwideIt’s 15 days until Election Day but already many voters are making their voices heard. Early voting is now underway in Duval County and several others in Northeast Florida.
Amendment 2: Arguments for & against abolishing the little-known Constitution Revision Commission
Read full article: Amendment 2: Arguments for & against abolishing the little-known Constitution Revision CommissionNews4JAX has been taking a look at the three proposed constitutional amendments that all Florida voters will see on their ballots for the general election.
Your Voice Matters: Crist answers questions from Jacksonville voters concered about crime
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: Crist answers questions from Jacksonville voters concered about crimeNews4JAX spoke with voters Wednesday as Democrat candidate for governor Charlie Crist came through Jacksonville to meet with people on the Westside.
Your Voice Matters: Leaders tell Jacksonville sheriff candidates to focus on issues, stop attacks
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: Leaders tell Jacksonville sheriff candidates to focus on issues, stop attacksThe race to become the next sheriff of Jacksonville is heating up with negative campaign ads hitting the airwaves ahead of the start of early voting.
Your Voice Matters: What are your questions for St. Johns County commissioner Henry Dean?
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: What are your questions for St. Johns County commissioner Henry Dean?One of the guests on This Week In Jacksonville, the weekly show where anchor Kent Justice hosts a discussion with decision-makers and other people behind the news, is St. Johns County Commissioner Henry Dean.
Amendment 1: What are your questions about ballot measure involving flood improvement tax changes?
Read full article: Amendment 1: What are your questions about ballot measure involving flood improvement tax changes?The first of three proposed amendments to the Florida Constitution that the Florida Legislature voted to place on the ballot this November is an effort to help homeowners fight the effects of rising sea levels and climate change.
Your Voice Matters: Duval County Supervisor of Elections Office tests voting equipment
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: Duval County Supervisor of Elections Office tests voting equipmentThe Duval County Supervisor of Elections Office on Friday afternoon tested voting equipment that will be going to precincts around the city to see if it’s processing ballots accurately.
Your Voice Matters: How are vote-by-mail ballots handled at Duval County Supervisor of Elections office?
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: How are vote-by-mail ballots handled at Duval County Supervisor of Elections office?News4JAX is looking at the integrity of the election process in Duval County. It’s still four weeks before election day – but some voters are already sending in their completed vote-by-mail ballots.
Your Voice Matters: How News4JAX is changing the way we cover elections
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: How News4JAX is changing the way we cover electionsIn the weeks leading up to the 2022 midterm election, and the upcoming elections to be held in the spring of 2023, News4JAX has been working hard to find out what issues are most important to you and taking your questions and concerns to candidates running for office.
Tuesday is the deadline for new voters to register to vote for the Nov. 8 midterm elections
Read full article: Tuesday is the deadline for new voters to register to vote for the Nov. 8 midterm electionsNew voters have until Tuesday, October 11 to register to vote so they are eligible to cast a ballot in the Nov. 8 midterm election.
Your Voice Matters: Local ministers say enough with the attacks in the sheriff’s race, focus on fighting crime
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: Local ministers say enough with the attacks in the sheriff’s race, focus on fighting crimeThere’s a plea from ministers around Jacksonville for the sheriff’s candidates to end the negative campaign ads and focus on the issues. Democrat Lakesha Burton and Republican T.K. Waters are running for Jacksonville Sheriff. Monday, church leaders said on the courthouse steps that the issues of crime and community involvement are being ignored and Jacksonville is losing out.
New voters have until October 11 to register to vote for the Nov. 8 midterm elections
Read full article: New voters have until October 11 to register to vote for the Nov. 8 midterm electionsNew voters have until Tuesday, October 11 to register to vote so they are eligible to cast a ballot in the Nov. 8 midterm election.
Your Voice Matters: Georgia voters react to personal allegations against Senate candidate, Herschel Walker
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: Georgia voters react to personal allegations against Senate candidate, Herschel WalkerThe race for U.S. Senate in Georgia is making headlines as numerous personal allegations have been levied against Republican candidate Herschel Walker. They involve allegations he paid for a woman’s abortion several years ago, which he denies, and a critical video of Walker released by his own son.
Your Voice Matters: Clay County voters to decide on eliminating term limits for elected officials, raise for commission
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: Clay County voters to decide on eliminating term limits for elected officials, raise for commissionTo do something like giving Clay County commissioners a raise or eliminating term limits, the county has to change its charter. And Clay County voters will decide whether they want to do that when they head to the polls next month.
Your Voice Matters: Abortion, education top of mind for these young potential voters at UNF
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: Abortion, education top of mind for these young potential voters at UNFThis election year, News4JAX is making a commitment to hear from you to learn what issues matter most through our Your Voice Matters campaign.
Your Voice Matters: Young people eligible to vote, we want to hear from you
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: Young people eligible to vote, we want to hear from youIn the U.S., there are an estimated 8.3 million newly eligible young voters for the 2022 midterm elections — meaning, youth who have turned 18 since the previous general election in November 2020. These 18- and 19-year-olds comprise 16% of the 18-29 age group for the 2022 election.
Your Voice Matters: What are your questions for mayoral candidate Daniel Davis?
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: What are your questions for mayoral candidate Daniel Davis?Host Kent Justice will ask Davis, president of the JAX Chamber, a long list of questions about important topics ahead of the vote next year. But we want to know: What are your questions?