Community gathers for vigil to honor high schooler killed at Westside Burger King
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The community gathered Friday to honor an 18-year-old who was killed in a double shooting while trying to break up a fight at his job between his co-worker and another man. Matthew Jackson was shot almost two weeks ago at a Burger King on the Westside...
OIG identifies more fraud at Jacksonville Housing Authority in latest investigation
Jacksonville’s Office of Inspector General has uncovered tenants owe more than $70,000 in rent after underreporting their incomes at the troubled Jacksonville Housing Authority, according to a newly released report.
Julio Foolio Case Bombshell: Alicia Andrews’ Sentencing Hits Unexpected Snag
The Shocking Guilty Verdict (Image Credits: Unsplash) Tampa, Fla. – Tension hangs heavy in the courtroom air as the date for Alicia Andrews’ sentencing approaches, stirring memories of a brazen shooting that cut short a promising rap career. The Shocking Guilty Verdict Imagine a young rapper gunned down in a hotel...
Jacksonville woman dies in Butler Boulevard crash
A 36-year-old Jacksonville woman is dead after the SUV she was driving was rear-ended Saturday night on Butler Boulevard near Belfort Road.
Coast Guard searching for ‘possible’ person in water near Mayport Ferry Landing
The U.S. Coast Guard Station Mayport and partner agencies are searching for a ‘possible’ person in the water after finding an inflatable raft near Mayport Ferry Landing on the St. Johns River.
DEA investigation reveals drug cartels’ interest in Port of Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Drug Enforcement Administration has announced results of a worldwide operation called Fentanyl Free America, which was also conducted in the Sunshine State, including the Jacksonville area. “We went after all known associates and fentanyl dealers throughout the United States and throughout...
Jacksonville Beach Police Seek Public’s Help to Identify Suspect in Nordstrom Rack Theft
Jacksonville Beach police are asking for the public’s help following a petty theft at Nordstrom Rack. According to a social media post, on November 8, an unknown suspect stole about $216.82 in merchandise from the store at 3813 3rd Street South. Witnesses reported the suspect left in an older four-door car, possibly...
Jax council weighs $15M for UNF stadium, Edward Waters and job training
The Jacksonville City Council is expected to take a final vote Tuesday on a $15 million package that includes aid for capital repairs to the University of North Florida’s Hodges Stadium and a new community facility at Edward Waters University.
Jacksonville chief health officer defends telemedicine program amid financial fraud claims
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville’s Chief Health Officer, Dr. Sunil Joshi, addressed recent accusations of financial misconduct related to the city’s telemedicine program, Healthlink JAX. The program aims to provide virtual healthcare to uninsured residents, reducing emergency room visits and improving health...
Man shot multiple times during argument in Grove Park
Police were called to the scene at about 1 a.m. Friday in the 7800 block of Holiday Road S.

















