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Jacksonville grandmother killed at block party had her home vandalized 1 month before her murder, report shows
Read full article: Jacksonville grandmother killed at block party had her home vandalized 1 month before her murder, report showsA Jacksonville grandmother, who was shot and killed at a block party last week, reported to police that her home had been vandalized a month before she was murdered, according to the incident report.

Franklintown: The history of ‘America’s promise of 40 acres and a mule’ on Amelia Island
Read full article: Franklintown: The history of ‘America’s promise of 40 acres and a mule’ on Amelia IslandThere’s a story of resilience rooted in the sand and soil of Amelia Island. Long before becoming a postcard destination, it was a promise of refuge for the formerly enslaved and an island where freedom rang early.

‘We can emerge into greatness’: How a Jacksonville advocate works to ensure the youth know about Juneteenth
Read full article: ‘We can emerge into greatness’: How a Jacksonville advocate works to ensure the youth know about JuneteenthJuneteenth is a day that one Jacksonville advocate always looks forward to. Take a look inside her work to ensure the younger generation knows what Juneteenth is.

History of the Watch Night Service in the Black church and its link to the official end of slavery
Read full article: History of the Watch Night Service in the Black church and its link to the official end of slaveryAs the clock nears midnight on New Year’s Eve, many African American churches and households across the country gather not to just ring in a new year, but to honor a powerful tradition rooted in freedom.

‘Alligator Alcatraz’: Florida attorney general proposes massive new immigration facility in the Everglades
Read full article: ‘Alligator Alcatraz’: Florida attorney general proposes massive new immigration facility in the EvergladesFlorida Attorney General James Uthmeier is proposing to build a large immigrant detention center in the middle of the Florida Everglades.

Jacksonville activist group to light Main Street Bridge in red, black, green to honor Juneteenth
Read full article: Jacksonville activist group to light Main Street Bridge in red, black, green to honor JuneteenthThe Northside Coalition of Jacksonville will light up the Main Street Bridge in red, black, and green to honor Juneteenth.

Jacksonville grandmother killed at block party had her home vandalized 1 month before her murder, report shows
Read full article: Jacksonville grandmother killed at block party had her home vandalized 1 month before her murder, report showsA Jacksonville grandmother, who was shot and killed at a block party last week, reported to police that her home had been vandalized a month before she was murdered, according to the incident report.

‘We can emerge into greatness’: How a Jacksonville advocate works to ensure the youth know about Juneteenth
Read full article: ‘We can emerge into greatness’: How a Jacksonville advocate works to ensure the youth know about JuneteenthJuneteenth is a day that one Jacksonville advocate always looks forward to. Take a look inside her work to ensure the younger generation knows what Juneteenth is.

History of the Watch Night Service in the Black church and its link to the official end of slavery
Read full article: History of the Watch Night Service in the Black church and its link to the official end of slaveryAs the clock nears midnight on New Year’s Eve, many African American churches and households across the country gather not to just ring in a new year, but to honor a powerful tradition rooted in freedom.

‘It cannot stop with my generation’: How Explore Jax Core tells the story of Florida’s Emancipation
Read full article: ‘It cannot stop with my generation’: How Explore Jax Core tells the story of Florida’s EmancipationIf you see the electric car and bright yellow hat of Yollie Copeland, you’ll know that you have the chance to take an educational tour that details pertinent Jacksonville history.

Dozens of agencies rescue more than 20 missing children in historic Northeast Florida operation across 6 counties
Read full article: Dozens of agencies rescue more than 20 missing children in historic Northeast Florida operation across 6 countiesNearly two dozen local children are now safe, thanks to a coalition of local, state and federal agencies joining forces in Northeast Florida for the first time.

‘Oh my God!’: St. Augustine couple on cruise ship in Alaska watched dock lines snap during rare storm
Read full article: ‘Oh my God!’: St. Augustine couple on cruise ship in Alaska watched dock lines snap during rare stormA St. Augustine woman was on a cruise ship in Alaska when a severe thunderstorm caused a frightening situation for passengers.

E-bike crashes double in St. Johns County; SJSO reports 20 cases in 2025 compared to 8 in 2024
Read full article: E-bike crashes double in St. Johns County; SJSO reports 20 cases in 2025 compared to 8 in 2024In St. Johns County, e-bike incidents have skyrocketed, with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office reporting 20 cases in just the first five months of 2025 compared to only eight incidents throughout all of 2024.

St. Augustine hosts ceremony celebrating rabbis who stood against segregation alongside Martin Luther King Jr.
Read full article: St. Augustine hosts ceremony celebrating rabbis who stood against segregation alongside Martin Luther King Jr.The St. Augustine Jewish Historical Society held its 13th annual ceremony on Wednesday, commemorating the historic moment when 16 Jewish rabbis were arrested for standing alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a powerful protest against segregation.
St. Johns County exploring giving St. Augustine an extra $1 million for Nights of Lights
Read full article: St. Johns County exploring giving St. Augustine an extra $1 million for Nights of LightsIn an effort to make the city’s premiere holiday event run more smoothly this year, St. Johns County may give St. Augustine $1 million more than it did last year.

Savannah Bananas baseball makes CW Network debut on Sunday, July 27
Read full article: Savannah Bananas baseball makes CW Network debut on Sunday, July 27The Savannah Bananas have earned worldwide fame with their one-of-a-kind brand of “Banana Ball” – the fastest and most entertaining game of baseball.

Warning signs of speech disorder in children and why early intervention matters
Read full article: Warning signs of speech disorder in children and why early intervention mattersFor parents of young children, realizing their little one has a speech issue might not always be obvious, and it's something that can end up leading to reading and writing problems later on, if it's not corrected.

Asian needle ants prompt warnings about potentially deadly stings as they invade backyards across the South
Read full article: Asian needle ants prompt warnings about potentially deadly stings as they invade backyards across the SouthThe Brachyponera chinensis, or Asian needle ant, is only 3/16 of an inch long, but its bite can cause anaphylactic shock, which can be deadly.

Controversial South Georgia facility expansion gets green light from ICE, Rep. says
Read full article: Controversial South Georgia facility expansion gets green light from ICE, Rep. saysA controversial plan to expand an immigrant detention facility in southeast Georgia is moving forward after a delay, according to Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA).

Dozens of agencies rescue more than 20 missing children in historic Northeast Florida operation across 6 counties
Read full article: Dozens of agencies rescue more than 20 missing children in historic Northeast Florida operation across 6 countiesNearly two dozen local children are now safe, thanks to a coalition of local, state and federal agencies joining forces in Northeast Florida for the first time.

Fleming Island’s first Aldi store to open this month. Here’s what to know
Read full article: Fleming Island’s first Aldi store to open this month. Here’s what to knowFleming Island grocery shoppers will soon be able to fill all their produce, dairy, and frozen food needs as Aldi revealed an official opening date of its first store in the city.

Senior Chief Reyes serves alongside daughter Midshipman Reyes aboard USS Nimitz, celebrating Navy family legacy
Read full article: Senior Chief Reyes serves alongside daughter Midshipman Reyes aboard USS Nimitz, celebrating Navy family legacyIn the Navy, many toss around the word “family” casually. Divisions become families. Departments become families. Berthing members become families. Co-workers who spend 18 hours a day working together and another six sleeping near each other become family members.

Could a new Chipotle and Dutch Bros coffee shop be built at this closed Orange Park gas station?
Read full article: Could a new Chipotle and Dutch Bros coffee shop be built at this closed Orange Park gas station?The site of a closed Speedway gas station in Orange Park is proposed to be redeveloped with a fast-food restaurant and a drive-thru coffee shop in a project called Robin’s Nest Plaza.

‘Hammer and Hope’ press conference in Clay County highlights crackdown on illegal drugs
Read full article: ‘Hammer and Hope’ press conference in Clay County highlights crackdown on illegal drugsThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office held a press conference on recent investigations and cracking down on illegal drugs throughout the county.

6 Nassau County Sheriff’s Office employees on paid leave amid investigation; details unclear
Read full article: 6 Nassau County Sheriff’s Office employees on paid leave amid investigation; details unclearThe Nassau County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday that six employees have been placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of an investigation.

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Glynn, Camden counties
Read full article: Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Glynn, Camden countiesThe National Weather Service in Jacksonville has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of Northeastern Nassau County in northeastern Florida, Camden County in southeastern Georgia and Southeastern Glynn County in southeastern Georgia.

Nassau County Fire Rescue Battalion Chief accused of leaving the scene of a crash placed on administrative leave
Read full article: Nassau County Fire Rescue Battalion Chief accused of leaving the scene of a crash placed on administrative leaveNassau County Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Michael Eddins was arrested on Friday, June 14, on a charge of leaving the scene of a crash with injuries. He was released from jail the following day on a $25,003 bond.

Apparent lightning strike sparks fire at Baker County home; no injuries reported
Read full article: Apparent lightning strike sparks fire at Baker County home; no injuries reportedBaker County firefighters responded to the scene of a house fire on Tuesday evening that was caused by an apparent lightning strike.

Median home prices fall in the majority of Northeast Florida counties; Clay, Putnam prices up slightly: report
Read full article: Median home prices fall in the majority of Northeast Florida counties; Clay, Putnam prices up slightly: reportMedian prices for single-family homes fell in the majority of Northeast Florida counties in May, according to a new report from the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors (NEFAR).

How this Jacksonville couple saved a man and his mother trapped in a burning car following a deadly motorcycle crash
Read full article: How this Jacksonville couple saved a man and his mother trapped in a burning car following a deadly motorcycle crashEngineer Matt Kennedy is a 30-year veteran Jacksonville firefighter, and his wife, Cheryl Kennedy, has been a nurse for 26 years. Last weekend, the couple witnessed the aftermath of a horrific deadly crash, and their instincts kicked in.

Pride Month: How Flagler Pride serves the LGBTQ+ community & its allies in Flagler County
Read full article: Pride Month: How Flagler Pride serves the LGBTQ+ community & its allies in Flagler CountyNews4JAX is recognizing Pride Month this June by highlighting the organizations that serve the unique and vibrant LGBTQ+ community in Northeast Florida.

Florida woman accused of driving recklessly to chase teen on e-bike because she was ‘angry’ he was going too fast
Read full article: Florida woman accused of driving recklessly to chase teen on e-bike because she was ‘angry’ he was going too fastA woman was arrested on Tuesday after being accused of driving recklessly along a multi-use path to chase a teenager riding an electric bicycle, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

Deeper dunes, sea walls and evacuation zones: Examining how NE Florida’s coastal communities prepare for hurricanes
Read full article: Deeper dunes, sea walls and evacuation zones: Examining how NE Florida’s coastal communities prepare for hurricanesNortheast Florida’s coastal communities, particularly in Flagler and St. Johns counties, have seen direct effects from hurricanes in recent years, with places like Summerhaven and South Ponte Vedra Beach proving to be especially vulnerable to storm surge and flooding.

Columbia County inmate dies in hospital after being found unresponsive inside cell
Read full article: Columbia County inmate dies in hospital after being found unresponsive inside cellA Columbia County Detention Facility inmate died in a hospital Thursday night after deputies found him unresponsive inside his cell, according to the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office.

Sex offender sentenced to life in prison in death of 18-year-old girl found in Columbia County field in 2023
Read full article: Sex offender sentenced to life in prison in death of 18-year-old girl found in Columbia County field in 2023A man convicted of second-degree murder in the death of a Columbia County teenager was sentenced this week to life in prison.

Man found sleeping in car on side of Columbia County road; leads to seizure of 45 pounds of marijuana
Read full article: Man found sleeping in car on side of Columbia County road; leads to seizure of 45 pounds of marijuanaThe Columbia County Sheriff’s Office found a man sleeping in his car on the side of the road, which led to the seizure of over 45 pounds of marijuana and his arrest.
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‘It cannot stop with my generation’: How Explore Jax Core tells the story of Florida’s Emancipation
Read full article: ‘It cannot stop with my generation’: How Explore Jax Core tells the story of Florida’s EmancipationIf you see the electric car and bright yellow hat of Yollie Copeland, you’ll know that you have the chance to take an educational tour that details pertinent Jacksonville history.

Journey to Freedom: How Emancipation Day became part of Florida’s culture
Read full article: Journey to Freedom: How Emancipation Day became part of Florida’s cultureEmancipation Day marked the end of slavery in Florida, which happened before Juneteenth in Texas. This is how Emancipation Day has become a part of Florida culture.

River City Inn declared a public nuisance, councilman asks JSO to increase area patrols, surveillance
Read full article: River City Inn declared a public nuisance, councilman asks JSO to increase area patrols, surveillanceCouncilman Reggie Gaffney said the River City Inn has been declared a public nuisance, and he will ask the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office to increase area patrols and surveillance.

Savannah Bananas baseball makes CW Network debut on Sunday, July 27
Read full article: Savannah Bananas baseball makes CW Network debut on Sunday, July 27The Savannah Bananas have earned worldwide fame with their one-of-a-kind brand of “Banana Ball” – the fastest and most entertaining game of baseball.

FLHSMV warns drivers about scam texts about unpaid traffic tickets, threats to suspend license
Read full article: FLHSMV warns drivers about scam texts about unpaid traffic tickets, threats to suspend licenseThe Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is warning drivers about a recent text message scam claiming the recipient has an unpaid traffic ticket.

Are corporate landlords trapping renters? A Clay County woman’s story highlights a bigger problem amid federal scrutiny
Read full article: Are corporate landlords trapping renters? A Clay County woman’s story highlights a bigger problem amid federal scrutinyA Jacksonville-area woman’s experience renting from one of the nation’s largest landlords is shedding light on a broader housing issue that’s now the subject of a federal investigation.

New Florida law requires teens to take driver’s education course to get learner’s permit
Read full article: New Florida law requires teens to take driver’s education course to get learner’s permitStarting July 1, Florida teenagers will have some new requirements to earn their learner’s permit thanks to a new state law. One big change is that they will have to take a driver’s education course beforehand.

Positively JAX: Cathedral Arts Project helps students find their voice through the arts
Read full article: Positively JAX: Cathedral Arts Project helps students find their voice through the artsFor more than 40 years, the Cathedral Arts Project (CAP) has been on a mission to inspire and empower students in Duval County through the arts. From classrooms that double as concert halls to hallways transformed into colorful galleries, CAP is creating spaces where creativity can thrive.

Juneteenth prayer vigil honors victims of deadly racist attack at Jacksonville Dollar General
Read full article: Juneteenth prayer vigil honors victims of deadly racist attack at Jacksonville Dollar GeneralA new memorial now honors the lives of Angela Carr, Jerrald Gallion and A.J. Laguerre Jr., one year after the three were killed in a racially-motivated attack at a Dollar General in Jacksonville.

Dozens of agencies rescue more than 20 missing children in historic Northeast Florida operation across 6 counties
Read full article: Dozens of agencies rescue more than 20 missing children in historic Northeast Florida operation across 6 countiesNearly two dozen local children are now safe, thanks to a coalition of local, state and federal agencies joining forces in Northeast Florida for the first time.

Nearly 50% of LGBTQ+ young adults are estranged from at least 1 family member. A local organization aims to change that
Read full article: Nearly 50% of LGBTQ+ young adults are estranged from at least 1 family member. A local organization aims to change thatPFLAG’s Jacksonville chapter is an organization that fosters family understanding and acceptance of LGBTQ+ people.

New technology helps music conductor ease Parkinson’s symptoms
Read full article: New technology helps music conductor ease Parkinson’s symptomsDeep brain stimulation is a surgical procedure that involves implanting electrodes into the brain, which are then controlled with a battery-powered device.

35 Years Later: Remembering the General Motors shooting that left 8 dead in Jacksonville
Read full article: 35 Years Later: Remembering the General Motors shooting that left 8 dead in JacksonvilleOn June 18, 1990, a gunman went into the General Motors Acceptance Corporation on Baymeadows Road and took the lives of eight people and wounded five others.

Wounded Warrior Project uses paddleboarding to build relationships, support among veterans
Read full article: Wounded Warrior Project uses paddleboarding to build relationships, support among veteransThe veteran support organization Wounded Warrior Project is using paddleboarding to encourage new relationships and ultimately provide additional support among veterans.

‘Oh my God!’: St. Augustine couple on cruise ship in Alaska watched dock lines snap during rare storm
Read full article: ‘Oh my God!’: St. Augustine couple on cruise ship in Alaska watched dock lines snap during rare stormA St. Augustine woman was on a cruise ship in Alaska when a severe thunderstorm caused a frightening situation for passengers.

Tracing the Roots: The Story of Juneteenth premieres Thursday at 7 p.m.
Read full article: Tracing the Roots: The Story of Juneteenth premieres Thursday at 7 p.m.Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom. Though rooted in Texas, the day holds national significance.

Fleming Island’s first Aldi store to open this month. Here’s what to know
Read full article: Fleming Island’s first Aldi store to open this month. Here’s what to knowFleming Island grocery shoppers will soon be able to fill all their produce, dairy, and frozen food needs as Aldi revealed an official opening date of its first store in the city.

‘Major disappointment’: Vendors for ‘As If! 90s Fest’ await refunds as complaints over the canceled event escalate
Read full article: ‘Major disappointment’: Vendors for ‘As If! 90s Fest’ await refunds as complaints over the canceled event escalateVendors for the popular St. Augustine festival “As If! 90s Fest” are demanding answers regarding their refunds as complaints about the troubled festival continue to escalate.

6 Nassau County Sheriff’s Office employees on paid leave amid investigation; details unclear
Read full article: 6 Nassau County Sheriff’s Office employees on paid leave amid investigation; details unclearThe Nassau County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday that six employees have been placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of an investigation.

He had been flipping cars with a Jacksonville exotic car dealer for years. Then he was hustled for $560K, he told police
Read full article: He had been flipping cars with a Jacksonville exotic car dealer for years. Then he was hustled for $560K, he told policeThe FBI is investigating a Jacksonville exotic car dealer accused of defrauding customers out of millions

Senior Chief Reyes serves alongside daughter Midshipman Reyes aboard USS Nimitz, celebrating Navy family legacy
Read full article: Senior Chief Reyes serves alongside daughter Midshipman Reyes aboard USS Nimitz, celebrating Navy family legacyIn the Navy, many toss around the word “family” casually. Divisions become families. Departments become families. Berthing members become families. Co-workers who spend 18 hours a day working together and another six sleeping near each other become family members.

Jacksonville-area billionaire — CEO of Dream Finders Homes — leads group trying to buy Tampa Bay Rays for $1.7B: report
Read full article: Jacksonville-area billionaire — CEO of Dream Finders Homes — leads group trying to buy Tampa Bay Rays for $1.7B: reportThe CEO of Dream Finders Homes, a Jacksonville-based homebuilder, is leading a group attempting to buy the Tampa Bay Rays, according to multiple reports.

Jacksonville Humane Society partners with Petco for MEGA Pet Adoption Event aiming for 2,000 adoptions
Read full article: Jacksonville Humane Society partners with Petco for MEGA Pet Adoption Event aiming for 2,000 adoptionsThe Jacksonville Humane Society is proudly joining forces with Petco’s nonprofit arm and other animal welfare groups across Florida to find homes for 2,000 dogs and cats in shelters.

UF study conducted by married researchers aims to protect pollinators from harmful exposure to pesticides
Read full article: UF study conducted by married researchers aims to protect pollinators from harmful exposure to pesticidesYears ago, when purchasing a flat of pansies at a garden center, Chris Wilson noticed a label indicating the flowers had been treated with insecticides.

E-bike crashes double in St. Johns County; SJSO reports 20 cases in 2025 compared to 8 in 2024
Read full article: E-bike crashes double in St. Johns County; SJSO reports 20 cases in 2025 compared to 8 in 2024In St. Johns County, e-bike incidents have skyrocketed, with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office reporting 20 cases in just the first five months of 2025 compared to only eight incidents throughout all of 2024.

Adversity to advocacy: How Jacksonville LGBT Chamber of Commerce is shaping city’s business landscape
Read full article: Adversity to advocacy: How Jacksonville LGBT Chamber of Commerce is shaping city’s business landscapeThe Jacksonville LGBT Chamber of Commerce focuses on creating networks among LGBTQ+ and allied businesses. It is hosting a membership drive through Pride Month in June.

Rezoning plan to allow for ‘row-style’ houses on .23 acres in Riverside advances to full City Council vote
Read full article: Rezoning plan to allow for ‘row-style’ houses on .23 acres in Riverside advances to full City Council voteA rezoning request that would allow five row-style houses to be built on a 0.23-acre lot across from the Stockton Street Town Center is headed toward a final vote from the Jacksonville City Council, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.

Apparent lightning strike sparks fire at Baker County home; no injuries reported
Read full article: Apparent lightning strike sparks fire at Baker County home; no injuries reportedBaker County firefighters responded to the scene of a house fire on Tuesday evening that was caused by an apparent lightning strike.

Building bridges: OneJax’s commitment to diversity and inclusion shines during Pride Month
Read full article: Building bridges: OneJax’s commitment to diversity and inclusion shines during Pride MonthFounded in 1970, OneJax is a nonprofit that has promoted diversity as the foundation for a strong community for more than 50 years.

St. Augustine hosts ceremony celebrating rabbis who stood against segregation alongside Martin Luther King Jr.
Read full article: St. Augustine hosts ceremony celebrating rabbis who stood against segregation alongside Martin Luther King Jr.The St. Augustine Jewish Historical Society held its 13th annual ceremony on Wednesday, commemorating the historic moment when 16 Jewish rabbis were arrested for standing alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a powerful protest against segregation.

Fernandina Beach community protests proposal for paid parking in historic downtown district
Read full article: Fernandina Beach community protests proposal for paid parking in historic downtown districtA proposal from the City of Fernandina Beach to implement paid parking in the historic downtown district is getting major pushback from the community.

Jax LGBT Chamber offers free vendor spots for upcoming annual ‘Big Gay Picnic’ at Willowbranch Park
Read full article: Jax LGBT Chamber offers free vendor spots for upcoming annual ‘Big Gay Picnic’ at Willowbranch ParkNext weekend, the annual “Big Gay Picnic” returns to Willowbranch Park in Riverside. The family and pet-friendly event, hosted by the Jacksonville LGBT Chamber of Commerce and the AIDS Memorial Project AMP, celebrates community and inclusivity.