Florida legislator: Sydney Hanukkah attack shows more vigilance needed
As a state legislator representing the diverse, vibrant community of Jacksonville , I am sadly compelled to address a tragic event deeply repugnant to our shared values of freedom of religion and safety for all individuals. The recent Hanukkah attack in Sydney, Australia was a heinous act of violence, targeting a...
JSO: Man shot and killed on St. Augustine Road
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating after an adult man was shot and killed Wednesday night.
Petition: Justice for Miracle the Great Dane Who Starved to Death
Miracle the Great Dane allegedly starved to death. Demand justice, accountability, and a lifetime ban on animal ownership today. The post Petition: Justice for Miracle the Great Dane Who Starved to Death appeared first on One Green Planet.
VIDEO: Florida officers and fishermen rescue pup stranded in creek
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (WFLA) — The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it called fisherman into action after officers were alerted to a French bulldog in distress in the Ribault River on Dec. 11. According to body camera video from JSO, an officer spotted the dog stranded on a small island, appearing cold, wet and unable...
Ponte Vedra family of woman killed in mid-air Potomac crash files lawsuit against American...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A downtown Jacksonville attorney is representing two Florida families who lost loved ones in January’s deadly mid-air collision between an American Airlines passenger jet and an Army Blackhawk helicopter over the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. One of the 67 people killed on board the...
Only Merrill Road Elementary, Fort Caroline Middle eyed as Schools of Hope
Only Merrill Road Elementary and Fort Caroline School of the Arts are “under active review” as potential locations for Schools of Hope charter schools, after charter operator Mater Academy withdrew all but two of its requests to open in Duval Schools buildings.
Woman killed crossing Arlington Expressway, FHP says
A 72-year-old woman died early Thursday after she was hit by a car while trying to cross Arlington Expressway, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Navy Sailor Charged With Killing Two Shipmates Near NAS Jacksonville
A U.S. Navy sailor assigned to Naval Air Station Jacksonville has been charged in the fatal shooting of two roommates who were also active-duty sailors, according to local law enforcement. The case is moving forward in Florida’s civilian court system and has drawn attention because all three individuals involved were...
Shoppers scramble to grab up groceries in final hours before stores close for Christmas...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Last-minute Christmas dinner shopping was in full swing Wednesday morning. From pre-made meals to grab-and-go sides, shoppers were filling carts fast in the final hours before many stores closed for the holiday. Roasts are definitely on the menu at many local homes, with shelves wiped clean...
1.7 billion dollar jackpot brings hopefuls out to local store to test their luck
Scrambling to secure their chance at a $1.7 billion Powerball jackpot, that’s how some spent time this Christmas Eve morning.

















