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Traffic relief in sight for Clay County commuters as First Coast Expressway project progresses
Read full article: Traffic relief in sight for Clay County commuters as First Coast Expressway project progressesClay County drivers are counting down the days until the area’s traffic-clogged roads are long gone, but the completion of two sections along the First Coast Expressway should provide some relief.
FDOT has plan to change traffic pattern at Emerson and I-95 to ease backups
Read full article: FDOT has plan to change traffic pattern at Emerson and I-95 to ease backupsThose interested in discussing a potential fix for the frequent backups in the area can attend an in-person meeting from 4:30-6 p.m. Tuesday at FDOT’s Jacksonville Urban Office on Edison Avenue.
DeSantis awards $122M to Florida counties to improve rural infrastructure
Read full article: DeSantis awards $122M to Florida counties to improve rural infrastructureGovernor Ron DeSantis announced $122 million for Florida counties to improve rural transportation infrastructure at a press conference on Tuesday in Lake City.
New crosswalks among safety improvements put in place at UF following hit-and-run death of Jacksonville student
Read full article: New crosswalks among safety improvements put in place at UF following hit-and-run death of Jacksonville studentThe fall semester at the University of Florida officially started Thursday, and state transportation officials reminded students about the importance of pedestrian safety.
Gov. DeSantis announces more than $5.8 million for improvements at Space Coast Regional Airport
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis announces more than $5.8 million for improvements at Space Coast Regional AirportGov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference Thursday morning at the Warbird Museum in Titusville.
Bridge in Nassau County that helps connect Florida to Georgia along I-95 gets needed reinforcement
Read full article: Bridge in Nassau County that helps connect Florida to Georgia along I-95 gets needed reinforcementA lengthy reinforcement project to better protect a bridge in Nassau County that helps connect Florida to Georgia along I-95 is underway.
Slow down: Law enforcement across Florida and Georgia are cracking down on speeders
Read full article: Slow down: Law enforcement across Florida and Georgia are cracking down on speedersYou may want to think twice before speeding. Law enforcement across Florida, Georgia, and three other neighboring states - are cracking down on speeders – as a part of Operation Southern Slow Down.
Public meeting will detail plans to raise, rehab seawall at the Castillo de San Marcos
Read full article: Public meeting will detail plans to raise, rehab seawall at the Castillo de San MarcosThe National Park Service (NPS) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday to get input on plans to raise and rehab the seawalls at the Castillo de San Marcos.
Beach Boulevard drainage improvement project begins in June
Read full article: Beach Boulevard drainage improvement project begins in JuneConstruction to improve drainage on Beach Boulevard from Cedar Swamp Creek to Brougham Avenue begins in June, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
FDOT to open 2 new lanes on I-95 at I-295 North interchange, add safety improvements
Read full article: FDOT to open 2 new lanes on I-95 at I-295 North interchange, add safety improvementsThe Florida Department of Transportation said it will open two new lanes on Monday as part of the I-95/I-295 North interchange improvement project.
Florida has the 3rd most pedestrian deaths. How FDOT is working to decrease that number
Read full article: Florida has the 3rd most pedestrian deaths. How FDOT is working to decrease that numberFlorida remains in the top 10 states for pedestrian deaths, and the Florida Department of Transportation is making an effort to prevent more people from being fatally hit on the roadways.
FDOT announces upcoming construction projects that could impact commuters
Read full article: FDOT announces upcoming construction projects that could impact commutersThe Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has several upcoming construction projects that could impact drivers’ commutes starting at the end of March and the beginning of April.
FDOT announces closures, detours while crews work on I-10 widening project
Read full article: FDOT announces closures, detours while crews work on I-10 widening projectThe Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) announced it will close some exits and on-ramps near the end of March as part of its I-10 widening project.
I-TEAM: More I-10 drivers speak out about denied claims for construction project damage
Read full article: I-TEAM: More I-10 drivers speak out about denied claims for construction project damageMore drivers say their claims were denied for damage to their vehicles on a stretch of I-10, between Chaffee Road and Hammond Boulevard.
2 lanes of Dames Point Bridge to close this weekend for cable maintenance
Read full article: 2 lanes of Dames Point Bridge to close this weekend for cable maintenanceThe Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) announced it will close two outside lanes of the Dames Point Bridge this weekend to perform routine maintenance of the cables.
2 people dead after small plane attempts emergency landing on southwest Florida interstate
Read full article: 2 people dead after small plane attempts emergency landing on southwest Florida interstateTwo people have died after a small plane attempted to make an emergency landing on a Florida interstate Friday afternoon, colliding with a vehicle and bringing traffic to a halt as a massive plume of black smoke rose into the air.
‘The road is coming apart’: Man tired of replacing windshields wants SR-200 near Old Nassauville Road in Yulee repaired
Read full article: ‘The road is coming apart’: Man tired of replacing windshields wants SR-200 near Old Nassauville Road in Yulee repairedThe owner of Mike’s Shuttle Service, a limousine company in Nassau County, is tired of constantly shelling out hundreds of dollars to repair cracked windshields he said became damaged from riding on State Road 200 between Old Nassauville Road and the Thomas J. Shave Jr. Bridge to Amelia Island.
‘They’re just passing the buck’: Drivers on I-10 are frustrated as F-DOT denies their damage claims
Read full article: ‘They’re just passing the buck’: Drivers on I-10 are frustrated as F-DOT denies their damage claimsThe Florida Department of Transportation denied claims from drivers after their cars were damaged while driving on a stretch of I-10 between Chaffee Road and Hammond Boulevard.
Shands Bridge will close for 3 weekends starting Friday night due to grating replacement
Read full article: Shands Bridge will close for 3 weekends starting Friday night due to grating replacementThe Shands Bridge will be closed from Friday night until Monday morning for grating replacement, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
FDOT hears community concerns about $45M seawall replacement project in St. Augustine
Read full article: FDOT hears community concerns about $45M seawall replacement project in St. AugustineThe Florida Department of Transportation is looking to replace a decades-old seawall in St. Augustine to provide a safer option and more protection against storm season, where significant amounts of flooding impact the area.
Here’s FDOT’s construction plan for replacing a decades-old seawall in St. Augustine
Read full article: Here’s FDOT’s construction plan for replacing a decades-old seawall in St. AugustineThe Florida Department of Transportation is looking to replace a decades-old seawall in St. Augustine to provide a safer option and more protection against storm season, where significant amounts of flooding impact the area.
Eastbound lanes of Mathews Bridge to close Friday night, reopen Monday morning
Read full article: Eastbound lanes of Mathews Bridge to close Friday night, reopen Monday morningAs part of a rehabilitation project on the Mathews Bridge, an eastbound directional closure of the bridge is planned this weekend, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting, the Florida Department of Transportation said.
Eastbound lanes of Mathews Bridge to close Friday night, reopen Monday morning
Read full article: Eastbound lanes of Mathews Bridge to close Friday night, reopen Monday morningAs part of a rehabilitation project on the Mathews Bridge, an eastbound directional closure of the bridge is planned this weekend, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting, the Florida Department of Transportation said.
Major renovations to Main Street Bridge could bring months-long closure. FDOT says it’s planning ahead.
Read full article: Major renovations to Main Street Bridge could bring months-long closure. FDOT says it’s planning ahead.Department of Transportation officials said they are planning on making major renovations to the Main Street Bridge, which would keep the bridge closed for months.
Traffic Alert: Detours scheduled for next week on I-10 due to widening project
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Detours scheduled for next week on I-10 due to widening projectDrivers passing through Interstate 10, from Interstate 295 to 95, can expect some detours starting Sunday as part of the Florida Department of Transportation’s widening project.
FDOT proposes $8.2M intersection improvement plan to address St. Augustine congestion near Bridge of Lions
Read full article: FDOT proposes $8.2M intersection improvement plan to address St. Augustine congestion near Bridge of LionsThe Florida Department of Transportation met with St. Augustine residents to give them the chance to learn more about an $8.2 million proposal to improve a busy section of a downtown roadway.
Eastbound lanes of Mathews Bridge closed all weekend due to rehabilitation project
Read full article: Eastbound lanes of Mathews Bridge closed all weekend due to rehabilitation projectThe eastbound travel lanes of Mathews Bridge will be closed all weekend due to an ongoing rehabilitation project, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
Mysterious boat from 1800s uncovered by construction crews during downtown St. Augustine road project
Read full article: Mysterious boat from 1800s uncovered by construction crews during downtown St. Augustine road projectA maritime vessel believed to be from the 19th century was discovered recently as crews worked on a road project in downtown St. Augustine.
Section of 19th-century boat uncovered by construction crews during downtown St. Augustine road project
Read full article: Section of 19th-century boat uncovered by construction crews during downtown St. Augustine road projectA maritime vessel believed to be from the 19th century was discovered recently as crews worked on a road project in downtown St. Augustine.
Slowdowns expected as crews begin clean-up operations to remove yellow line that spans 20 miles on I-95
Read full article: Slowdowns expected as crews begin clean-up operations to remove yellow line that spans 20 miles on I-95Crews with the Florida Department of Transportation are set to begin the clean-up efforts for the mysterious yellow line that spans 20 miles on I-95.
When to stop for a school bus & how to keep children safe on roads as they head back to school
Read full article: When to stop for a school bus & how to keep children safe on roads as they head back to schoolAs students in 11 local counties head back to school on Thursday, police and road crews want drivers to remember the rules of sharing the road with buses, and the Florida Department of Transportation is reminding parents of simple ways to keep students safe at the bus stop.
FDOT to hold meeting to discuss St. Augustine drainage system project
Read full article: FDOT to hold meeting to discuss St. Augustine drainage system projectThe Florida Department of Transportation will host an open house to discuss a $4.2 million project to improve drainage in downtown St Augustine.
FHP: 61-year-old man dead after pickup truck hit by Road Ranger goes over side of Buckman Bridge
Read full article: FHP: 61-year-old man dead after pickup truck hit by Road Ranger goes over side of Buckman BridgeA 61-year-old Jacksonville man is dead after his pickup truck was hit by a Road Ranger early Tuesday morning and then went off the Buckman Bridge, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
North, southbound lanes on Dames Point Bridge to close this weekend for inspection
Read full article: North, southbound lanes on Dames Point Bridge to close this weekend for inspectionThe north and southbound lanes of Interstate 295 over the Dames Point Bridge will be closing this weekend for the Florida Department of Transportation’s routine bridge inspection.
Jacksonville City Council moves forward with power line raising project
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council moves forward with power line raising projectThe city of Jacksonville’s $27 million commitment to raising power lines over the St. Johns River at JaxPort is moving quickly through the city council legislative process.
All lanes of Buckman Bridge reopen following traffic homicide investigation
Read full article: All lanes of Buckman Bridge reopen following traffic homicide investigationThe Florida Highway Patrol closed all southbound lanes of the Buckman Bridge on Interstate 295 starting at 1 p.m. on Monday. All lanes reopened around 3:30 p.m., FHP said.
Eastbound I-10 ramp to southbound I-95 reopn to traffic after truck flips, spills fuel
Read full article: Eastbound I-10 ramp to southbound I-95 reopn to traffic after truck flips, spills fuelThe eastbound Interstate 10 ramp to southbound Interstate 95 was blocked Wednesday after a truck flipped and spilled fuel, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.
Crash Responder Safety Week recognizes Road Rangers while bringing awareness to safety risks
Read full article: Crash Responder Safety Week recognizes Road Rangers while bringing awareness to safety risksFrom EMTs to Road Rangers, first responders help keep traffic moving and try their best to keep people out of harm’s way, sometimes getting hurt themselves.
Main Street Bridge to be closed nightly next week
Read full article: Main Street Bridge to be closed nightly next weekWith one eye on the approach of a tropical system, the Florida Department of Transportation plans to close the Main Street Bridge nightly for work from Monday, Sept. 26, through Friday, Sept. 30.
2 children, 3 adults seriously hurt in crash on I-295 at Duval Road, officials say
Read full article: 2 children, 3 adults seriously hurt in crash on I-295 at Duval Road, officials sayTwo children and three adults were transported with serious injuries after a crash Saturday morning on the city’s Northside, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.
Motorcyclist dies after colliding with tree near Merrill Road & I-295, FHP says
Read full article: Motorcyclist dies after colliding with tree near Merrill Road & I-295, FHP saysA motorcyclist died Wednesday after colliding with a tree in the area of the ramp from Merrill Road to northbound Interstate 295, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Multiple injuries reported in crash on I-295 near Old St. Augustine Road, JFRD says
Read full article: Multiple injuries reported in crash on I-295 near Old St. Augustine Road, JFRD saysMultiple injuries were reported after a crash Saturday night on northbound Interstate 295 near Old St. Augustine Road, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.
Acosta Bridge displays rainbow colors recognizing Pride Month
Read full article: Acosta Bridge displays rainbow colors recognizing Pride MonthAfter facing scrutiny for turning off the rainbow lights during Pride Month last year, the Jacksonville Transportation Authority lit up the bridge on Monday night.
Jacksonville Beach police cruiser collides with car on I-95, strikes light pole: FHP
Read full article: Jacksonville Beach police cruiser collides with car on I-95, strikes light pole: FHPAn officer with the Jacksonville Beach Police Department was not injured in a crash Friday afternoon on Interstate 95 in Jacksonville near the St. Johns County border, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
FDOT to hand out $25 fines for unauthorized drivers using I-295 toll lanes during peak hours
Read full article: FDOT to hand out $25 fines for unauthorized drivers using I-295 toll lanes during peak hoursThe Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) completed the calibration of tolling facilities along the I-295 East Beltway Managed Lanes, and starting Monday, will start charging motorists a $0.50 for use of the lanes during peak hours.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Lane closures at SB I-95 over West 5th Street due to repair work
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Lane closures at SB I-95 over West 5th Street due to repair workSouthbound I-95 over West 5th Street will see multi-lane closures as crews perform bridge maintenance activities related to the bridge deck, according to a news release Tuesday from the Florida Department of Transportation.
Northbound Edgewood reopens at train track overpass after crane fire
Read full article: Northbound Edgewood reopens at train track overpass after crane fireA day after a crane caught fire and sent flames shooting 40 feet high, possibly damaging the New Kings Road overpass on Edgewood Avenue, News4JAX learned northbound lanes of Edgewood had reopened, while southbound lanes will remain closed until officials can inspect the overpass.
New Kings Road overpass closed until further notice after crane catches fire underneath
Read full article: New Kings Road overpass closed until further notice after crane catches fire underneathThe Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said crews were called to battle a fire Monday night at an overpass along Edgewood Avenue.
🔒 Insider Bonus: Searchable list of all Northeast Florida bridges rated ‘poor’ by NTSB
Read full article: 🔒 Insider Bonus: Searchable list of all Northeast Florida bridges rated ‘poor’ by NTSBAs the National Transportation Safety Board works to uncover why a snow-covered bridge in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, collapsed, the News4JAX I-TEAM is checking on local bridges.
I-TEAM: More than 50 bridges in Northeast Florida classified in poor condition
Read full article: I-TEAM: More than 50 bridges in Northeast Florida classified in poor conditionAs the National Transportation Safety Board works to uncover why a snow-covered bridge in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, collapsed, the News4JAX I-TEAM is checking on local bridges.
Construction project leads to traffic tie-ups on Blanding Boulevard in Middleburg
Read full article: Construction project leads to traffic tie-ups on Blanding Boulevard in MiddleburgFrustration is growing in Middleburg over huge traffic tie-ups that got so bad Tuesday afternoon some News4JAX viewers say they were sitting in backed-up traffic for as long as two hours.
Buckman Bridge finger joint repairs complete, FDOT says
Read full article: Buckman Bridge finger joint repairs complete, FDOT saysTwo southbound lanes of Interstate 295 across the Buckman Bridge will be detoured from Friday evening through early Monday morning for the next several weekends while permanent repairs are made to expansion joints forced the Buckman Bridge to close for nearly eight hours in May, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
TRAFFIC ALERT: I-95 SB traffic being detoured to I-10 because of ‘unforeseen’ construction
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: I-95 SB traffic being detoured to I-10 because of ‘unforeseen’ constructionAll southbound traffic on I-95 approaching downtown is being detoured to I-10 west until this afternoon due to unforeseen construction needs.
FDOT offers glimpse of what goes into inspecting the Hart Bridge
Read full article: FDOT offers glimpse of what goes into inspecting the Hart BridgeAs the Florida Department of Transportation continues its inspection of Jacksonville’s iconic Hart Bridge, News4Jax got a chance to shadow the people responsible for making sure the bridge is safe.
Pride walk on Acosta Bridge supports LGBTQ community in wake of rainbow lights dispute
Read full article: Pride walk on Acosta Bridge supports LGBTQ community in wake of rainbow lights disputeDays after the Acosta Bridge was re-lit in the colors of the rainbow, hundreds gathered Saturday to unite to support the LGBTQ+ community.
‘I am not involved in bridge lighting,’ DeSantis says when asked about pride lights
Read full article: ‘I am not involved in bridge lighting,’ DeSantis says when asked about pride lightsThe Florida Department of Transportation disclosed this week that it received five phone complaints about a rainbow light display on the Acosta Bridge, and directed the lights be returned to the traditional blue color.
FDOT took 5 phone calls before crackdown on Pride Month lights
Read full article: FDOT took 5 phone calls before crackdown on Pride Month lightsA parade of colors could once again be seen shining along the surface of the St. Johns River on Wednesday night, a reflection of a rainbow light display along Jacksonville’s Acosta Bridge.
Loved ones mourn loss of Orange Park tow truck driver killed in wreck
Read full article: Loved ones mourn loss of Orange Park tow truck driver killed in wreckLoved ones are mourning the loss of an Orange Park tow truck driver who was killed while stopping to help a motorist on Interstate 295 over the weekend.
A look at the overall condition of each of Jacksonville’s 7 major bridges
Read full article: A look at the overall condition of each of Jacksonville’s 7 major bridgesThe News4Jax I-TEAM reviewed data from the Florida Department of Transportation and the federal government’s National Bridge Inventory database on Jacksonville’s seven key bridges.
Motorcycle crash snarls Buckman Bridge during morning rush
Read full article: Motorcycle crash snarls Buckman Bridge during morning rushFlorida Highway Patrol closed three southbound lanes of the Buckman Bridge (heading towards San Jose Boulevard) about 7:30 a.m. Tuesday while rescue personnel and investigators responded to a crash.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Wrecks at Blanding and Atlantic blocking I-295 lanes
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Wrecks at Blanding and Atlantic blocking I-295 lanesJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Two southbound lanes of I-295 at Blanding and one southbound lane of I-295 at Atlantic Boulevard are closed by traffic accidents on Monday morning. Click play button above for live Florida Department of Transportation camera views.
Bumpy road ahead for Florida transportation projects
Read full article: Bumpy road ahead for Florida transportation projectsTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Transportation is expecting major budget losses in the coming years as a result of the pandemic. When asked what areas might be facing cuts to make up for pandemic revenue losses, Senate Budget Chair Kelli Stargel was blunt. That includes the rise of electric vehicles, which will mean less revenue from taxes on gasoline, the primary source of revenue for the Department of Transportation. So whether cuts are made to transportation or another sector, tough decisions lie ahead. The Department of Transportation said despite the loss of revenue, it will prioritize safety and preservation related projects.