‘They did not deserve this evil’: New information released in deadly Clay Co. shooting
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the incident, with no known connection between the suspect and the victims.
Florida’s “Deportation Depot” opens as “Alligator Alcatraz” stays in operation
New detention facilities spark debate over costs, policy, and the environment across the state. Florida’s new “Deportation Depot” immigration detention facility in Jacksonville opened its doors last week, receiving 117 detainees in its first days of operation. The opening coincided with a court decision allowing the...
This Week in the 904: Mental health experts on Duval suicide rates being higher...
September is Suicide Prevention Month, and mental health experts say Jacksonville needs to pay attention.
‘Zero Suicide Jax’ program aims to prevent tragedy, one conversation at a time
September marks Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and for the first time, the city of Jacksonville has launched a new and free initiative designed to save lives.
New neighborhood, Murray Farms, unveiled in Clay County
PulteGroup is bringing a fresh new community to Middleburg.
‘It’s horrid’: Tenants say they’re paying nearly $1K for mold, leaks, and broken AC...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – More complaints are flooding the News4JAX I-TEAM about one of Jacksonville’s largest landlords, People’s Choice Apartments, run by real estate investor and podcast host Jarek Tadla. Social media influencer connected to troubled Westside apartments says he doesn’t own it anymore. Records link his...
Jacksonville City Council’s Sunshine Law controversy timeline
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Questions over whether Jacksonville City Council members violated Florida’s Sunshine Law are coming to a head tonight as the city’s Ethics Commission meets to consider new training requirements. The discussion follows weeks of scrutiny that began with a series of text messages exchanged during a...
Fewer students, fewer positions: DCPS adjusts staff after enrollment drop
Duval County Public Schools is making staffing adjustments as enrollment continues to decline. District data shows about 900 fewer students enrolled this year compared to last year — a 1.9% drop. Over the past three school years, enrollment has been down by 1,211 students. With each student tied to about $9,130 in...
New KFC spinoff restaurant ‘Saucy’ replacing Jacksonville PDQ
City permits show that the chain’s operator, Yum! Brands, will convert the PDQ on Gate Parkway into a Saucy restaurant. It's one of several Florida PDQ restaurants closing down as part of the real estate transaction.
Florida DOGE claims Jacksonville is overspending by $200M
Less than a week before City Council is supposed to pass next year’s city budget, Florida’s chief financial officer accused Jacksonville leaders of overspending by nearly $200 million.
