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North Florida TPO promotes more bike riding during National Bike to Work Week
Read full article: North Florida TPO promotes more bike riding during National Bike to Work WeekThis week is “National Bike to Work Week” and several local groups hosted events to encourage people to pedal more often. North Florida TPO is promoting riding bikes more while also emphasizing ways to be safe.

Jacksonville Aviation Authority provides updates for travelers currently parked in the garage
Read full article: Jacksonville Aviation Authority provides updates for travelers currently parked in the garageTravelers with vehicles currently parked in the garage can sign up for updates at www.flyjax.com by providing their contact information and license plate number.

Fatal motorcycle accident on Blanding Boulevard in Clay County, FHP says
Read full article: Fatal motorcycle accident on Blanding Boulevard in Clay County, FHP saysA 37-year-old man from Orange Park was killed Friday evening in a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV on Blanding Boulevard, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Stay cool out there, Southeast Georgia & Northeast Florida
Read full article: Stay cool out there, Southeast Georgia & Northeast FloridaIf today is anything like Friday, we’ll have another high temperature record broken across our region. After 30 years, Friday’s high of 96 was passed by one degree - 97. Today, we could see the same number, from the same year, fall as well.

Major Jacksonville airport fire at hourly parking garage puts wrench in travelers’ plans
Read full article: Major Jacksonville airport fire at hourly parking garage puts wrench in travelers’ plansA Friday afternoon fire in Jacksonville International Airport’s hourly parking garage disrupted travel plans and stranded vehicles, forcing officials to close the structure and establish temporary alternatives for rental car returns.

‘Just slow down’: High-speed crash has San Marco residents on last straw with speeding
Read full article: ‘Just slow down’: High-speed crash has San Marco residents on last straw with speedingA high-speed crash sent a vehicle careening through multiple yards before slamming into a San Marco home early Thursday morning, highlighting what residents say is an ongoing speeding problem along Hendricks Avenue.

North Florida TPO promotes more bike riding during National Bike to Work Week
Read full article: North Florida TPO promotes more bike riding during National Bike to Work WeekThis week is “National Bike to Work Week” and several local groups hosted events to encourage people to pedal more often. North Florida TPO is promoting riding bikes more while also emphasizing ways to be safe.

Major Jacksonville airport fire at hourly parking garage puts wrench in travelers’ plans
Read full article: Major Jacksonville airport fire at hourly parking garage puts wrench in travelers’ plansA Friday afternoon fire in Jacksonville International Airport’s hourly parking garage disrupted travel plans and stranded vehicles, forcing officials to close the structure and establish temporary alternatives for rental car returns.

‘Just slow down’: High-speed crash has San Marco residents on last straw with speeding
Read full article: ‘Just slow down’: High-speed crash has San Marco residents on last straw with speedingA high-speed crash sent a vehicle careening through multiple yards before slamming into a San Marco home early Thursday morning, highlighting what residents say is an ongoing speeding problem along Hendricks Avenue.

Jacksonville Beach residents grateful after no violent incidents during spring surge; 29 guns recovered citywide
Read full article: Jacksonville Beach residents grateful after no violent incidents during spring surge; 29 guns recovered citywideThe Jacksonville Beach Police Department released on Thursday a six-page report detailing the key events, strategies and results of this year’s spring surge period.

St. Johns County residents say they didn’t know about Guana River land swap
Read full article: St. Johns County residents say they didn’t know about Guana River land swapA controversial proposal to exchange 600 acres of protected land in St. Johns County’s Guana Preserve for conservation land elsewhere has sparked strong opposition from local residents and environmental advocates.

New $38M sports complex in St. Johns County to include 8 rectangular fields, a track, playgrounds and more
Read full article: New $38M sports complex in St. Johns County to include 8 rectangular fields, a track, playgrounds and moreSt. Johns County is set to break ground on the Central SJC Tournament Complex, also known as the Silverleaf Sportsplex, on June 4.

St. Johns County residents oppose Guana River Wildlife Management Area land swap
Read full article: St. Johns County residents oppose Guana River Wildlife Management Area land swapSt. Johns County residents are opposing a land swap of about 600 acres of the Guana River Wildlife Management Area for about 3,065 acres of land from four separate parcels throughout Florida.

St. Johns County updates reclaimed water usage rules to improve countywide irrigation practices
Read full article: St. Johns County updates reclaimed water usage rules to improve countywide irrigation practicesLast week, St. Johns County officials announced an update to the reclaimed water ordinance, originally established in 2010. The change aims to enhance water conservation efforts and ensure a reliable supply of reclaimed water for residents.

Northeast Florida housing market shifts toward ‘buyer’s market’ with growing inventory, more affordability: report
Read full article: Northeast Florida housing market shifts toward ‘buyer’s market’ with growing inventory, more affordability: reportAccording to NEFAR, a growing inventory is giving buyers more choices across the region.

Interviews take place for 4 finalists vying to become next St. Johns County superintendent
Read full article: Interviews take place for 4 finalists vying to become next St. Johns County superintendentSt. Johns County Schools is holding in-person interviews on Tuesday, and the community will have the opportunity to meet them face to face.

Blue Angels to roar through skies this weekend at Golden Isles Air Show in Glynn County
Read full article: Blue Angels to roar through skies this weekend at Golden Isles Air Show in Glynn CountyOne of the main attractions will be the thrilling performance of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, renowned for their breathtaking aerial displays.

Camden County deputies shut down fentanyl house in ‘typically quiet’ Kingsland subdivision
Read full article: Camden County deputies shut down fentanyl house in ‘typically quiet’ Kingsland subdivisionLaw enforcement officials shut down an alleged fentanyl trafficking operation in a Kingsland residential neighborhood, arresting nine suspects on multiple drug charges following community complaints and surveillance operations.

As Gov. Brian Kemp signs Georgia school safety law, supporters look to implementing it
Read full article: As Gov. Brian Kemp signs Georgia school safety law, supporters look to implementing itGeorgia Gov. Brian Kemp has signed a law aimed at preventing future school shootings like the one that killed two students and two teachers in September at the Apalachee High School.

Sheriff’s deputy killed, another deputy injured during shooting at a traffic stop in Georgia
Read full article: Sheriff’s deputy killed, another deputy injured during shooting at a traffic stop in GeorgiaPolice say one Georgia deputy was killed and a second was shot in the face after a motor home driver they had pulled over opened fire.

Fatal motorcycle accident on Blanding Boulevard in Clay County, FHP says
Read full article: Fatal motorcycle accident on Blanding Boulevard in Clay County, FHP saysA 37-year-old man from Orange Park was killed Friday evening in a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV on Blanding Boulevard, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Clay County residents cautioned over possible blue-green Algae threat in Doctors Lake
Read full article: Clay County residents cautioned over possible blue-green Algae threat in Doctors LakeThe Florida Department of Health issued a caution to Clay County residents about possible blue-green algae in Doctors Lake-Center.

Jacksonville man, 19, killed in Clay County was hit by truck while completing construction work, family says
Read full article: Jacksonville man, 19, killed in Clay County was hit by truck while completing construction work, family saysThe family of a 19-year-old Jacksonville man who was killed after being hit by a pickup truck in Clay County has identified him, saying he was completing work for his job when the fatal incident occurred.

19-year-old Jacksonville man struck, killed while walking on Clay County highway
Read full article: 19-year-old Jacksonville man struck, killed while walking on Clay County highwayA 19-year-old Jacksonville man was struck and killed Wednesday morning while walking in Clay County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Health professionals, Clay County leaders talk vaping, nutrition and recreation at health summit
Read full article: Health professionals, Clay County leaders talk vaping, nutrition and recreation at health summitHealth professionals met with county leaders in Fleming Island to discuss where the county needs to improve.

How a search into an iCloud account linked a man to an $18K stolen check, exposing fraud operation
Read full article: How a search into an iCloud account linked a man to an $18K stolen check, exposing fraud operationWhat began as an investigation into a stolen piece of mail containing a check morphed into a major investigation involving a financial fraud operation in Nassau County.

Nassau County man accused of killing family in 2021 pleads guilty, sentenced to life in prison
Read full article: Nassau County man accused of killing family in 2021 pleads guilty, sentenced to life in prisonA man accused of fatally shooting his wife and their adult daughter and son at their Nassau County home in 2021 has pleaded guilty to three counts of first-degree murder and will spend the rest of his life in prison.

Federal investigators working to determine cause of fatal plane crash in Nassau County
Read full article: Federal investigators working to determine cause of fatal plane crash in Nassau CountyFederal investigators continued their investigation on Sunday to determine the cause of a plane crash in Nassau County that claimed the life of a 56-year-old pilot.

Farm Share distributes food to food-insecure Floridians in Macclenny
Read full article: Farm Share distributes food to food-insecure Floridians in MacclennyFarm Share, Florida’s leading food nonprofit and the state’s largest food bank, is distributing food to food-insecure Floridians in the Jacksonville area.

Man charged, 14-year-old cleared in Baker County armed robbery that left gas station clerk critically injured
Read full article: Man charged, 14-year-old cleared in Baker County armed robbery that left gas station clerk critically injuredA man was charged with attempted second-degree murder after an armed robbery in Macclenny left a gas station clerk critically injured, according to the Baker County Sheriff’s Office.

Gas station clerk critically injured in Baker County armed robbery, suspects in custody
Read full article: Gas station clerk critically injured in Baker County armed robbery, suspects in custodyA gas station clerk is in critical condition after being shot in an armed robbery, according to the Baker County Sheriff’s Office.

Putnam County man charged with capital sexual battery, accused of abusing 2 children for years
Read full article: Putnam County man charged with capital sexual battery, accused of abusing 2 children for yearsA 34-year-old Putnam County man and convicted sex offender was indicted Friday on two new charges of capital sexual battery.

Putnam County residents encouraged to give input on how to ensure animal welfare laws, regulations are fully enforced
Read full article: Putnam County residents encouraged to give input on how to ensure animal welfare laws, regulations are fully enforcedThe Animal Welfare League (AWL) of Putnam County is encouraging residents to give input on how to ensure that animal welfare laws, regulations, and ordinances are fully enforced in the area.

Putnam County fire marshal says fridge in mobile home sparked electrical fire that killed 4 people, injured 2 others
Read full article: Putnam County fire marshal says fridge in mobile home sparked electrical fire that killed 4 people, injured 2 othersAccording to a Putnam County fire marshal, burn patterns behind a refrigerator inside the mobile home that went up in flames on Monday show signs of an electrical fire that killed four people and injured two others.

Bicyclist killed, another in critical condition after car hits them in Columbia County
Read full article: Bicyclist killed, another in critical condition after car hits them in Columbia CountyThe Florida Highway Patrol said a bicyclist was killed and another was injured after a car hit them in Columbia County on Tuesday afternoon.

77-year-old Lake City man killed after colliding with tree in Columbia County: FHP
Read full article: 77-year-old Lake City man killed after colliding with tree in Columbia County: FHPA 77-year-old Lake City man died Saturday morning after colliding with a tree off a roadway in Columbia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Lake City police address rumors after officer shot during fight at Easter celebration; no arrests made
Read full article: Lake City police address rumors after officer shot during fight at Easter celebration; no arrests madeAccording to Lake City police, Officer Marcus Hardison was shot in his right arm and taken to the UF Gainesville trauma center for treatment. Police said he was shot while trying to break up a fight.
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Jacksonville Beach residents grateful after no violent incidents during spring surge; 29 guns recovered citywide
Read full article: Jacksonville Beach residents grateful after no violent incidents during spring surge; 29 guns recovered citywideThe Jacksonville Beach Police Department released on Thursday a six-page report detailing the key events, strategies and results of this year’s spring surge period.

Record-breaking Saturday forecast to follow Friday’s record-breaking 97
Read full article: Record-breaking Saturday forecast to follow Friday’s record-breaking 97Officially, Jacksonville International Airport reached 97 degrees on Friday, breaking the 30-year record of 96 (1995). More record-tying, record-breaking temperatures are on the way this weekend, and into next week.

City brings out cooling buses for travelers left to figure out next move after parking garage fire
Read full article: City brings out cooling buses for travelers left to figure out next move after parking garage fireJacksonville Transportation Authority buses were brought to the airport on Friday to assist fliers impacted by the parking garage fire.

St. Johns County residents say they didn’t know about Guana River land swap
Read full article: St. Johns County residents say they didn’t know about Guana River land swapA controversial proposal to exchange 600 acres of protected land in St. Johns County’s Guana Preserve for conservation land elsewhere has sparked strong opposition from local residents and environmental advocates.

Clara White Mission serves up joy, hope, 1,500 meals for 31st annual ‘Miracle on Ashley Street’
Read full article: Clara White Mission serves up joy, hope, 1,500 meals for 31st annual ‘Miracle on Ashley Street’For 30 years, the "Miracle on Ashley Street" event has offered a beacon of light, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for Clara White Mission's efforts to uplift those experiencing homelessness.

Putnam County man charged with capital sexual battery, accused of abusing 2 children for years
Read full article: Putnam County man charged with capital sexual battery, accused of abusing 2 children for yearsA 34-year-old Putnam County man and convicted sex offender was indicted Friday on two new charges of capital sexual battery.

‘Going to be a long process’: JFRD chief says crews unable to enter garage at JAX after fire causes partial collapse
Read full article: ‘Going to be a long process’: JFRD chief says crews unable to enter garage at JAX after fire causes partial collapseFirefighters were unable to enter the hourly garage at Jacksonville International Airport after a multi-vehicle fire partially collapsed the structure on Friday, according to Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department Chief Keith Powers.

Jacksonville among 15 cities with most population growth in 2024: US Census Bureau
Read full article: Jacksonville among 15 cities with most population growth in 2024: US Census BureauThe United States Census Bureau released on Thursday its 2024 population estimates, and Jacksonville was among the cities that experienced some notable growth.

At least 6 incoming flights diverted to different airports after fire breaks out in hourly parking garage at JAX
Read full article: At least 6 incoming flights diverted to different airports after fire breaks out in hourly parking garage at JAXAt least six flights that were scheduled to land at the Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) Friday afternoon were diverted to different airports following a multi-vehicle fire that broke out in the hourly garage of JAX.

Hourly garage at JAX closed indefinitely after structural damage confirmed following fire
Read full article: Hourly garage at JAX closed indefinitely after structural damage confirmed following fireA major fire that shut down Jacksonville International Airport on Friday afternoon left structural damage in the hourly parking garage, the Jacksonville Aviation Authority confirmed to News4JAX.

Could hourly garage fire delay plans for new 2,000-space, $92 million parking garage at JAX?
Read full article: Could hourly garage fire delay plans for new 2,000-space, $92 million parking garage at JAX?The city issued the permit on April 14 for contractor Balfour Beatty Construction LLC at a project cost of $92 million, the Jacksonville Daily Record reported.

Officials say about 50 cars were damaged in fire at JAX hourly garage; airport reopened at 5 p.m.
Read full article: Officials say about 50 cars were damaged in fire at JAX hourly garage; airport reopened at 5 p.m.Officials said 50 cars were damaged after a fire broke out in the hourly garage at the Jacksonville International Airport on Friday afternoon. The airport is expected to reopen at 5 p.m.
‘Fool Around and Find Out:’ Polk sheriff discusses 255 arrests in undercover operation
Read full article: ‘Fool Around and Find Out:’ Polk sheriff discusses 255 arrests in undercover operationPolk County Sheriff Grady Judd held a news conference Friday morning to discuss the arrests of 225 people in an undercover investigation named “Fool Around and Find Out.”

Visit Jacksonville plans out fun weekend to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month
Read full article: Visit Jacksonville plans out fun weekend to celebrate AAPI Heritage MonthAsian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is celebrated during the month of May, and to kick off the festivities, News4JAX Reporter and Anchor John Asebes spent a full day embracing the vibrant AAPI culture.

FTC investigation shuts down company accused of student loan scams
Read full article: FTC investigation shuts down company accused of student loan scamsThe agency says Panda Benefit Services tricked borrowers into paying hundreds of thousands of dollars in illegal fees for fake student loan forgiveness.

Putnam County residents encouraged to give input on how to ensure animal welfare laws, regulations are fully enforced
Read full article: Putnam County residents encouraged to give input on how to ensure animal welfare laws, regulations are fully enforcedThe Animal Welfare League (AWL) of Putnam County is encouraging residents to give input on how to ensure that animal welfare laws, regulations, and ordinances are fully enforced in the area.

Man found fatally shot after crash on Herlong Road: JSO
Read full article: Man found fatally shot after crash on Herlong Road: JSOA man was found fatally shot Thursday night after officers responded to reports of a crash on Herlong Road, about a half-mile east of Normandy Boulevard, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

UNF, SJR State softball teams ready for historic postseason runs
Read full article: UNF, SJR State softball teams ready for historic postseason runsUNF is making its NCAA Division I Tournament debut Friday after winning its very first conference championship. SJR State is hoping to defend its national title as the team is heading back to the World Series in its league. The Vikings won it all last season.

Defending national champion St. Johns River State College softball team heads back to World Series
Read full article: Defending national champion St. Johns River State College softball team heads back to World SeriesThe St. Johns River State College Vikings are the defending champs and are looking for back-to-back titles. The Vikings are getting up Saturday at 8 a.m. and hitting the road from Palatka to Oxford, Alabama, where the World Series is being played next week.

‘Nobody knew what happened’: USS Stark survivor recounts harrowing attack 38 years ago in Persian Gulf
Read full article: ‘Nobody knew what happened’: USS Stark survivor recounts harrowing attack 38 years ago in Persian GulfIt was 38 years ago this week that 37 brave sailors aboard the USS Stark gave their lives during a catastrophic missile attack in the Persian Gulf.

FSU shooting prompts call for improved campus safety protocols in Florida
Read full article: FSU shooting prompts call for improved campus safety protocols in FloridaAfter tragedy struck with a deadly mass shooting at Florida State University, state leaders are urging all of Florida’s public universities to reevaluate their security measures.

Clay County residents cautioned over possible blue-green Algae threat in Doctors Lake
Read full article: Clay County residents cautioned over possible blue-green Algae threat in Doctors LakeThe Florida Department of Health issued a caution to Clay County residents about possible blue-green algae in Doctors Lake-Center.

How a search into an iCloud account linked a man to an $18K stolen check, exposing fraud operation
Read full article: How a search into an iCloud account linked a man to an $18K stolen check, exposing fraud operationWhat began as an investigation into a stolen piece of mail containing a check morphed into a major investigation involving a financial fraud operation in Nassau County.

Murray Hill residents say industrial plant stench reduces their quality of life
Read full article: Murray Hill residents say industrial plant stench reduces their quality of lifeMurray Hill residents are getting the chance to share their thoughts on an odor control plan for an industrial plant that’s the cause of a lingering smell in the area.

This Week in Jacksonville - Business Edition: The Speakeasy Podcast
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville - Business Edition: The Speakeasy PodcastIn a recent episode of This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition, I sat down with Daniel Davis, President and CEO of the JAX Chamber. Our conversation took place at Manifest Distilling, one of

Jacksonville man, 19, killed in Clay County was hit by truck while completing construction work, family says
Read full article: Jacksonville man, 19, killed in Clay County was hit by truck while completing construction work, family saysThe family of a 19-year-old Jacksonville man who was killed after being hit by a pickup truck in Clay County has identified him, saying he was completing work for his job when the fatal incident occurred.

Cybercrime expert explains how cities like Jacksonville can fight against financial sextortion, other cybercrimes
Read full article: Cybercrime expert explains how cities like Jacksonville can fight against financial sextortion, other cybercrimesA Speaker Series focusing on the issues of cybercrime and financial sextortion was recently held in Jacksonville, aiming to raise awareness and develop strategies to combat these crimes, which have seen a significant increase in recent years.

Jacksonville History Center releases annual list of endangered historic buildings in need of support
Read full article: Jacksonville History Center releases annual list of endangered historic buildings in need of supportThe Jacksonville History Center has compiled a list of historic properties in Jacksonville that are currently facing the threat of deterioration and potential loss. This collection of buildings includes vital pieces of the city’s heritage.

No violent incidents, 2 unpermitted events prevented during this year’s spring surge in Jacksonville Beach: report
Read full article: No violent incidents, 2 unpermitted events prevented during this year’s spring surge in Jacksonville Beach: reportThe Jacksonville Beach Police Department released on Thursday a six-page report detailing the key events, strategies and results of this year’s spring surge period.

Putnam County fire marshal says fridge in mobile home sparked electrical fire that killed 4 people, injured 2 others
Read full article: Putnam County fire marshal says fridge in mobile home sparked electrical fire that killed 4 people, injured 2 othersAccording to a Putnam County fire marshal, burn patterns behind a refrigerator inside the mobile home that went up in flames on Monday show signs of an electrical fire that killed four people and injured two others.

New $38M sports complex in St. Johns County to include 8 rectangular fields, a track, playgrounds and more
Read full article: New $38M sports complex in St. Johns County to include 8 rectangular fields, a track, playgrounds and moreSt. Johns County is set to break ground on the Central SJC Tournament Complex, also known as the Silverleaf Sportsplex, on June 4.