Inmate, 65, dies in JSO custody after contracting infectious disease during medical procedure
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A man who was in the custody of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office died on Thursday after experiencing complications during a planned medical procedure, officials said. According to JSO, Dominick Maccariella, 65, was admitted to UF Health on Dec. 17 for a planned medical procedure, but...
Animal House: Paws and Purpose
Like teens everywhere, typical Jacksonville high school students stay busy. Their days pass by in a blur of homework deadlines, exams, sports, clubs, dates and after-school jobs. However, there are some especially motivated teens whose concern and care for homeless animals is a model of selfless community service....
FBI’s Jacksonville office, Duval County schools hosting online safety class for parents
The class is designed to help parents understand online risks and keep kids safe.
Two teens shot during Jacksonville New Year’s Eve celebration at Friendship Fountain
Two teens are recovering after police said they were shot just after the New Year’s Eve celebration at Friendship Fountain.
Jacksonville Law Enforcement Intensifies Traffic Safety Measures in New Year Push
As we usher in the New Year, the streets of Jacksonville are witnessing a vigilant presence aimed at curbing traffic violations and ensuring the safety of drivers and pedestrians alike. In a campaign to reduce the harrowing number of traffic fatalities, which stood at 166 in the previous year, local enforcement is...
Sip N’ Smash Bringing Smashburgers to The Palms at Gate Parkway
Jason Malih, the restaurant owner-operator who introduced the Jacksonville market to South Florida’s smash-hit Talkin’ Tacos franchise, is preparing to debut a brand-new restaurant concept in Jacksonville’s The Palms at Gate Parkway retail center. “Get ready, Jacksonville,” says Sip’ N’ Smash’s website. “Sip N Smash...
Scammers use Jacksonville Humane Society name to target pet owners
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Humane Society has warned the community about two scams targeting pet owners with missing pets and individuals seeking to adopt pets. The first scam involves someone who trolls social media websites looking for postings about lost or missing pets, especially postings that list a...
‘Blessed to be alive’: Jacksonville man who lost leg in Volusia County hit-and-run speaks
Two months ago, Kyle McCombs was ready to start his cargo transportation business.
Florida Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Opening Fire On Carload Of Teens
A mundane traffic dispute in Florida spiraled into a violent “rolling shooting” and ended with a 63-year-old man behind bars facing multiple counts of attempted murder. According to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, the incident that occurred on December 17, 2025, began at the intersection of Branan Field Road and...
Jacksonville Navy sailors accused of getting paid thousands to marry Chinese nationals who wanted...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – At least two Jacksonville service members have been charged with conspiracy to commit marriage fraud after federal officials said they were paid to marry Chinese nationals who wanted legal status. The accusations filed in U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, Jacksonville...

















