Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office investigating in-custody death, no foul play suspected
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced that it is investigating an in-custody death that happened on Wednesday.
Southbank Medical Pavilion in Downtown Jacksonville placed on the market
The Southbank Medical Pavilion, the Downtown Jacksonville office tower anchored by One Call, is up for sale. The sale of the 7.9-acre property at 841 Prudential Drive, adjacent to Baptist Medical Center’s Southbank campus, was announced in a Feb. 12 news release. A price was not listed. Steve Leathers,...
Jacksonville couple arrested for bringing teenager to gentlemen’s club
JACKSONVILLE, Florida - A Jacksonville couple has been arrested after allegedly involving a 14-year-old in a gentlemen's club incident, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. Ricky Clark, a 36-year-old, and Aylin Poorhamzeh, a 23-year-old, were apprehended following a seven-month investigation by the...
Jacksonville Minister Obstructed IRS Efforts to Collect $600,000 in Taxes
A Jacksonville minister pleaded guilty to obstructing IRS efforts to collect his tax debts totaling more than $600,000. The post Jacksonville Minister Obstructed IRS Efforts to Collect $600,000 in Taxes appeared first on West Orlando News .
Ronnie Van Zant’s Headstone Found in the Strangest Place
In 1982, fans of Ronnie Van Zant were stunned when the large marble marker at his grave was stolen not long after it was placed. Van Zant, the frontman of Lynyrd Skynyrd, died in a plane crash in 1977 at age 29 when the aircraft carrying the band ran out of fuel outside Gillsburg, killing him and several other...
‘This is ridiculous’: Fleming Island residents oppose new development
Fleming Island’s Old Hard Road. Residents want to keep it rural. But real estate company Maronda Homes envisions 329 new properties on 63 acres here - residents oppose this.
Callahan Standoff Ends With Man Found Dead From Self-Inflicted Gunshot
NASSAU COUNTY, Florida – An hours-long standoff in Callahan ended early Thursday when deputies found a barricaded man dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded around 4 p.m. Wednesday, February 11, 2026, to a residence on Jessica Place after Kenneth...
Woman admits stealing over $60,000 in medical robot arms from St. Vincent’s Hospital on...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Hospitals are known for saving lives and improving overall health. However, for one woman, the hospital was a source to steal robotic equipment. Angela Kearse, 58, has admitted to stealing more than $60,000 worth of medical equipment from a local hospital. According to court documents, Kearse...
Roosevelt Blvd. reopened after JSO SWAT closure for burglary in progress
SWAT could be heard over a loud speaker calling for the suspect telling them they have a warrant for their arrest.
Jacksonville Marine declared dead after falling overboard the USS Iwo Jima in the Caribbean
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A Jacksonville Marine has been declared dead after reportedly falling overboard the USS Iwo Jima in the Caribbean on Saturday, Feb. 7. The Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit announced Thursday the death of Lance Cpl. Chukwuemeka E. Oforah, who was declared dead...
