‘Light to Everyone Who Knew Her’: Shantel Ennis, Mother of 7 Children, Tragically Died
Amid mourning the tragic loss of a mother of seven, loved ones have rallied together to create a GoFundMe campaign to help support her family, and a tribute was posted by someone who knew her. A community in Jacksonville is mourning the loss of Shantel Patrice Ennis, a beloved mother...
Ferris again tops in CEO compensation for Jacksonville-based public companies
For the second year in a row, Stephanie Ferris of Fidelity National Information Services Inc., or FIS, was the highest-paid chief executive of a Jacksonville-based company. That shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone. Her salary is typical for a CEO of a company that is part of the Standard & Poor’s 500 index.
Pitbull Inches Away From Fatal Fall Off Bridge Overjoyed To Be Saved By Florida...
The job of an animal rescuer is never only a job. It’s rather a mission – a lifelong dedication to saving lives, even when things don’t seem easy at first. The crew at Jacksonville ACPS in Florida knew this, so when they received an urgent call about a Pitbull stranded on Myrtle Avenue bridge, they immediately rushed...
This Rustic Eatery Serves the Best Gator Bites in Florida
Tucked away on a quiet road, this spot is a food lover’s dream if you’re craving something out of the ordinary. It’s the kind of place where you can try dishes you won’t find at your average diner, like juicy alligator bites or tender frog legs. People come from all over, especially those heading to a nearby national park, to taste the bold flavors and soak in the laid-back vibe.
Local rapper launches nonprofit to empower Jacksonville youth through arts
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville native and rapper Young Cash is celebrating more than just his birthday this year. The artist is launching his new nonprofit, Community and Kids, Inc., aimed at uplifting Jacksonville’s youth through free access to the arts. The nonprofit — often referred to by its...
Jacksonville Beach slows pace of Urban Trails project over neighbor concerns
The City of Atlantic Beach says it's being more cautious about the trail project than before, and is planning to get more community feedback before continuing with certain sections.
Stolen Tag Leads to Chase, Guns, and Drug Bust in Neptune Beach
On May 25, 2025, a Neptune Beach resident reported their license plate stolen. Using License Plate Reader (LPR) technology, detectives with the Criminal Investigations Division identified the stolen plate on a vehicle being driven by a local suspect in the beaches area. On May 28, 2025, detectives located the...
Still no answers: Some travelers left in limbo after Jacksonville airport garage fire
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — It’s been nearly two weeks since a massive fire in the hourly parking garage at Jacksonville International Airport, and several travelers say they still have no idea what happened to their cars. The flames and thick black smoke that captured national headlines on May 16...
Unsolicited proposal suggested Northside as possible new jail location. But city still moving forward...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – As Jacksonville continues to explore options for building a new Duval County Jail, Sheriff T.K. Waters shared his thoughts on the process and potential locations. With the city preparing to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a feasibility study in the coming weeks, the discussions...
Second Major Gateway Jax Development Breaks Ground in Downtown Jacksonville
The transformation of Downtown Jacksonville continued Thursday, May 29, with the official groundbreaking of a major development at 425 Beaver Street. The project marks the second significant construction effort by Gateway Jax under the ambitious Pearl Square initiative. The $2 billion Pearl Square project is set to...