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As the state tries to fend off a challenge to a similar law, a federal appeals court Wednesday upheld the constitutionality of a Jacksonville ordinance that bars dancers under age 21 from performing in adult-entertainment establishments.
On Sunday night, a man dealing with a mental health crisis shot at police, which is shining a light on the steps taken by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office to address mental health concerns in the community.
The call for action for a Duval County inmate whose critical injuries led to his death in early April continued Tuesday as community activists came together in front of Jacksonville City Hall.
A Jacksonville man has been accused of wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and making a false statement related to naturalization in a scheme involving the Department of Veterans Affairs, according to the Department of Justice.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office confirmed that it has authorized the use of another handgun for its officers other than the current standard-issued Glock. JSO said officers can purchase and carry Staccato handguns as their primary weapon, We spoke to our crime and safety analyst about the pros and the potential cons.
Chick-fil-A proposed a restaurant at northeast Race Track Road and Bartram Park Boulevard in southern Duval and northern St. Johns Counties, according to our news partner, Jacksonville Daily Record.
Fine arts students at Jacksonville University are continuing to take action this upcoming week as they protest recent program cuts made by the university.
A Lake Shore Middle School employee accused of child abuse said she acted in self-defense after the student she reportedly hit was being “disruptive” and “violent,” and when she tried to remove him from class, he began pulling her hair.
A quiet neighborhood on Calvary Drive on the Westside was shaken by tragedy Sunday evening and into Monday afternoon when a 2-year-old boy died in what the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) believes is an accidental shooting.
City utility JEA is reviewing an adjusted service availability determination request for a 2,786-square-foot, 75-seat Raising Cane’s on 1.34 acres of the former Regency Square Mall property at 9501 Arlington Expressway, according to the Jacksonville Daily Record.
A member of the Jacksonville City Council has filed a resolution encouraging Mayor Donna Deegan to establish a landlord registry program for the city.
The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are sliding into the new season with a winning record, a revamped ballpark, and a full slate of fan-friendly events — including their much-loved Dog Day this Sunday, presented by Forever Vets.
A Jacksonville Easter tradition returned this weekend in Duval County, delighting locals with art and community spirit.
Law enforcement agencies are actively working to piece together why the suspected FSU gunman, Phoenix Ikner, shot multiple people.
Members of the Special Committee on Duval DOGE led by Jacksonville City Council Member Ron Salem, announced on Thursday what they are calling a major breakthrough in government accountability efforts: nearly $17 million in unspent funds.
Newsweek recently named Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside Hospital as one of the best maternal hospitals based on the number of deliveries and the level of personnel vaccination.
A Lake Shore Middle School employee was charged with child abuse after a physical interaction with a student on Wednesday, according to Duval County Public Schools.
On Tuesday, Jacksonville University announced that it is cutting dozens of majors, and while administrators say affected students are being supported, others say it’s not enough.
Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department Chief Keith Powers said the number of unsheltered people has dramatically dropped since it introduced an initiative to reduce homelessness.
The city issued a permit April 14 for contractor Balfour Beatty Construction LLC to build the third Jacksonville International Airport parking garage at a project cost of $92 million, the Jacksonville
Burnout, trauma and high stress are significant factors threatening the mental health of firefighters. To combat an increase in firefighter suicides, Florida lawmakers are considering a new bill.
Two councilmen drafted a resolution to oppose state funding cuts to acceleration programs after students called on councilmembers for help during a rules committee Monday.
Newly released bodycam footage shows the moments that led to a deadly officer-involved shooting at a San Jose apartment complex in March.
Monday, April 14, marked National Donate a Book Day, a day dedicated to promoting book donations to libraries and schools to enhance literacy initiatives.
The Players by the Sea Theatre said it is suspending its operations until further notice after an “isolated fire incident” broke out inside the building.
The Jacksonville City Council’s Special Committee on Duval DOGE held the first of its six scheduled meetings on Tuesday afternoon, and a $90 million question quickly became the focal point.
Security video obtained by News4JAX shows the moment a tractor-trailer slammed into a Jacksonville building Tuesday morning.
The City of Jacksonville launched a citywide Build Challenge with Minecraft Education for students in Duval County.
Duval County Public Schools celebrated a significant milestone on Monday after it was officially approved to be the first Blue Zones school district.
Starting Monday, Jacksonville Transportation Authority passengers can expect changes to bus routes because of construction on San Marco Boulevard and LaSalle Street.
Community advocacy organizations in Jacksonville rallied Sunday after the sheriff announced an unspecified incident that led to the death of a Duval County jail inmate.
News4JAX obtained the official resignation letter from the city of Jacksonville’s planning and development director.
Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan said on Friday her office is “closely monitoring” the investigation into the unspecified incident that left an inmate dead and resulted in nine Duval County jail officers being removed from their positions.
The Brentwood community is protesting outside of Jacksonville’s City Hall to demand that the medical examiner facility that’s being built be repurposed to benefit the community.
Community advocacy organizations in Jacksonville are voicing concerns after the sheriff announced an unspecified incident this week that led to the death of a Duval County jail inmate.
A crime and safety expert weighed in on the recent arrest of a 68-year-old suspected member of “The Miami Boys” drug organization.
Since the Jacksonville sheriff announced an unspecified incident that led to the removal of nine corrections staff at the Duval County jail and the death of Charles Faggart, two Jacksonville advocacy groups spoke out to call for accountability and justice.
Jacksonville City Council members Ju’Coby Pittman and Reggie Gaffney Jr. have introduced legislation aiming to crack down on the number of liquor stores in the city.
An eyewitness to the shooting on Interstate 95 involving an off-duty Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office lieutenant last month is shedding new light on the incident that snarled traffic for hours and left many questions unanswered.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced Monday the arrest of an 18-year-old who is accused of murder in the death of three people on Jacksonville’s Northside.
As the Florida Legislature considers two bills that could slash funding for popular acceleration programs in public schools, students, parents and school district leaders are sharing vocal opposition to the changes.
A bill moving through the Florida Capitol could have significant implications for victims of deepfakes, with its roots firmly planted in Jacksonville.
The attorney for the family of an inmate who was critically injured in an unspecified incident involving nine Duval County jail officers said on Wednesday that the man remained hospitalized and on a ventilator.
The Jacksonville City Council is set to consider a new bill that would require all city employees to report instances of abuse, contract mismanagement, fraud, and similar issues to the city’s Office of the Inspector General.
The Corner at Debs Store in Jacksonville is hosting a celebration Thursday at 2 p.m., where 250 people will receive a laptop to help bridge the digital divide.
The trial of Jacksonville rapper Hakeem Robinson, facing murder charges related to the 2020 shooting death of Charles “Lil Buck” McCormick Jr. and the 2019 shooting death of Adrian “Lil Bibby” Gainer Jr., is scheduled to begin in July.
Duval County Public Schools could lose up to $8 million in funding if proposed changes to state laws pass, potentially cutting 50% of financial support for critical student programs like Advanced Placement and Career Education.
A missing 4-year-old died Tuesday after he was found in a retention pond in a subdivision, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced on Tuesday the removal of nine officers at the Duval County jail after an unspecified incident left an inmate in critical condition.
In Jacksonville, one special fan was cheering on the Florida Gators during their championship win over the University of Houston. Robert “Bob” Nichols, a former player for the Florida basketball team in the 1950s, may be one of the oldest living Gators letter winners and basketball alumni, and there are some signs that he’s a die-hard fan.
After four years, The Bearded Pig in Jacksonville Beach is closing its doors, holding its final day of service on Sunday.
Justin Knight died at the hospital, but Knight’s family and friends wanted to know more about what happened to him while he was in JSO custody before he was taken to the hospital. They believe details are missing.
Across the state of Florida, there are more than 100 different ordinances written to address how and when people can apply fertilizer. A recent study of Floridians revealed more than half of people polled did not know if they live in one of the areas with a residential fertilizer ordinance. 22% polled did know.
Gator fans across the country are celebrating now that their squad is headed to the National Championship Game for the first time in nearly two decades.
Southeastern Grocers, which owns Winn-Dixie and Harveys supermarkets, confirmed to News4JAX on Friday that it has laid off multiple employees as a part of a restructuring.
Volunteers with HabiJax were in the Long Branch neighborhood throughout the week as construction of five new houses continued. It is a part the program’s annual Leaders Week and the national “Home is the Key” campaign.
The 32259 ZIP code is widely considered to be in St. Johns County. But there is one Duval County neighborhood off of Race Track Road that has a Jacksonville address.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing woman with autism last seen leaving a park in the 3300 block of Lane Avenue North on Thursday.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is seeking information in a 2023 triple murder at a Southside apartment complex that left a 3-year-old dead.
The two men charged in the tragic shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland will be back in court on Thursday to see if they will be tried separately.
A tip from First Coast Crime Stoppers led to the arrests of two people accused in the shooting death of 7-year-old Breon Allen Jr., the organization’s executive director Chase Robinson told News4JAX on Wednesday.
The Canadian government is pushing back against President Donald Trump‘s proposed tariffs on Canadian imports with a series of new digital billboards across the county, including the Jacksonville area.
Councilman Kevin Carrico will hold a news conference on Wednesday to call for Mayor Donna Deegan to sign the Jacksonville Illegal Immigration Act into law. An hour after Carrico’s news conference, Deegan will hold a separate news conference with community leaders to discuss the immigration bill.
A local landlord is accusing a nonprofit that helps the homeless of paying her tenants’ rent late. Natalie Collier, a member of Opportunity Zone America LLC, which owns about 60 properties, is speaking out, saying she hasn’t received a rent payment from Changing Homelessness since October.
The Duval County School Board (DCPS) will vote Tuesday on whether to return a challenged book to high school shelves.
A bill to change how Florida school districts communicate with parents after an employee misconduct issue or arrest is one step away from hitting the Senate floor for a final vote.
According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, 81% of women and 43% of men reported experiencing some form of sexual harassment and/or assault in their lifetime. That’s why on Tuesday, the City of Jacksonville officially declared April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and adopted the NSVRC’s theme, “Together we act, United we change.”
Jacksonville Beach Police Department Chief Gene Paul N. Smith said his agency “stopped something really bad from happening” during two events that brought hundreds to the Beaches.
The Jacksonville City Council’s Special Committee on Duval DOGE held the first of its six scheduled meetings on Tuesday afternoon, and a $90 million question quickly became the focal point.
The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office said it arrested a man who is allegedly associated with the original drug trafficking organization known as “The Miami Boys,” on drug charges.
A women’s conference led Aida Seeja to start her own non-profit named Inspire to Rise, which helps people who need essential resources, especially people in the Latino community.
It has been nearly eight years since the deadly crash, but Nelson’s mother and sister say it feels like Alvin died yesterday.
Jacksonville city council members are advocating for a significant change to honor a local legend with a proposed bill to rename Oakland Park after Dr. Eartha White, a renowned philanthropist and humanitarian who left a lasting mark on the River City. The Legacy of Oakland Park, located at the corner of Ionia and Union Streets, has been a staple of Jacksonville for over a century.
A Jacksonville man is headed into April with over 600,000 reasons to be happy. On Monday, the 41-year-old Duval County man turned a $5 scratch-off ticket into $605,016 after playing and winning the “DOUBLE YOUR MONEY” game.
Two days before a domestic incident Sunday that ended in a deadly officer-involved shooting on Jacksonville’s Southside, police had been called to intervene in a similar incident involving the same couple.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said one person died Saturday night following an officer-involved shooting in the San Jose neighborhood. According to the agency, Alquan Suydam, 28, was waving a gun while “holding his girlfriend against her will” when the police were called around 9 p.m.
As warmer weather and spring break increase activity around Jacksonville’s beaches, the Jacksonville Beach Police Department is taking a firm stance against “unauthorized” and “unpermitted” events.
An elderly woman died Friday morning after the car she was driving drifted into oncoming traffic on San Jose Boulevard, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
This is the second active federal lawsuit involving JSO’s controversial use of a police dog that The Tributary has identified
A bill that emerged after the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School mass shooting in Parkland may see some changes. In 2018, the state increased the age limit to 21 for purchasing a rifle or long gun. However, the Florida House recently approved a bill to lower the age back to 18.
The City of Jacksonville is set to begin a project in San Marco to bring drainage improvements and fix flooding in a neighborhood that often floods during heavy rain. The project, which costs about $64 million, will also put in huge drainage pipes connecting the neighborhood to a pump station.
The City of Jacksonville is set to begin a project in San Marco to bring drainage improvements and fix flooding in a neighborhood that often floods during heavy rain. The project, which costs about $64 million, will also put in huge drainage pipes connecting the neighborhood to a pump station.
The changes relate to how employees and students communicate and interact with each other. The goal is to keep things as professional as possible.
Some Jacksonville City Council members are questioning the job performance of the city’s top legal officer, General Counsel Michael Fackler, following Mayor Donna Deegan’s recent veto of a controversial waste contract.
The JEA Board of Directors unanimously approved a proposal Tuesday to increase electric, water and wastewater rates. Customers of the city-owned utility will see an average bill increase of about 3.7%, starting in April.
