CDC resignations come amid decline in childhood vaccination rates
Dr. Rana Alissa hears it daily in the clinic. “It’s better for my kid to get the virus than get the vaccine.” “The more you [doctors] vaccinate, the more money you get.” “I did not vaccinate any of my kids, and I’m not going to vaccinate this one. So, please, don’t waste your time.” The […]
Deadly shooting of Jacksonville teenager turns into SWAT situation in Lackawanna
A teenager was shot to death Wednesday night at Hollybrook Homes Apartments in Jacksonville's Lackawanna neighborhood. A SWAT response continued into the morning.
Jury finds man guilty of attempted murder, shooting deadly missiles in Duval County
A Duval County jury found Da’Quan Thomas guilty of Attempted Second-Degree Murder and Shooting or Throwing Deadly Missiles, according to State Attorney Melissa Nelson.
Man suspected in 7-year-old Breon Allen’s death charged in 3rd murder case
One of six suspects in the murder of 7-year-old Breon Allen has since been charged for two other murders. 21-year-old Dannel Larkins is now accused in deadly shootings from 2023, 2024, and 2025.
16-Year-Old Girl Was Physically Slammed By Male High School Educator; Suffered Bruised Ribs
A Jacksonville mother is demanding accountability after her 16-year-old daughter was injured during a school pep rally game that turned unexpectedly violent. According to family members, Westside High School student Nyla Millikin suffered a concussion and bruised ribs on Friday when a teacher allegedly slammed her to...
Final suspect arrested in 2024 security guard murder at Westside game room
Trai’xon Smith, 25, was booked into the Duval County Jail on August 25, accused of shooting and killing 28-year-old Ronald Matthews III during an attempted armed robbery at the Dragon Arcade. Three others are also being charged in connection with the murder.
Jacksonville’s painted intersections will be wiped away
Jacksonville plans to remove six painted crosswalks and street paintings to comply with a state mandate that has create consternation across the state. The Florida Department of Transportation in June ordered cities to remove messages or images on crosswalks and pavement — including rainbow-colored crosswalks — to...
Bible study program raises concerns in Duval Schools
Free local news and info, in your inbox at 6 a.m. M-F. A national Bible study program is working tolaunch in Duval County Public Schools, but the proposal is drawing concern from some parents who worry that it will take kids out of class during school hours. LifeWise Academy is...
Jacksonville teacher reassigned after body slamming student, caught on viral video
JACKSONVILLE, FLA. (WSVN) – A high school teacher in Jacksonville has been reassigned after a viral video appears to show him body slamming a student during a pep rally. Students and staff at Westside High School were playing a game of musical chairs during a pep rally on Friday when Nyla Millikin was thrown onto the...
Walk Around ‘The Block’: a look at Jacksonville’s newest neighborhood spot
Jacksonville's newest neighborhood hangout is almost here, and it promises food, music, a brewery, and space for the whole family.
