See progress photos of new Shands Bridge construction
The new four-lane bridge is the final segment of the First Coast Expressway.
Permits issued for Main Street Food Park
The Phoenix Arts & Innovation District is gaining a new neighboring business now that the city issued permits for the Main Street Food Park and Mini Golf in New Springfield. Four permits, issued March 16 through April 27, total project costs of $498,100 for Taino Management LLC, led by Hector Zayas, to convert the use of a building into a restaurant and event space and...
This Quiet Jacksonville Trail Leads You to a Peaceful Hidden Pond
There is a trail in Jacksonville that most locals drive right past without a second glance, and that is honestly their loss. Tucked into the northeastern corner of the city, this spot rewards anyone willing to lace up their shoes with shaded forest paths, salt marsh views, and a surprisingly serene hidden pond.
Memorial for Jacksonville Dollar General shooting victims damaged
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A memorial honoring the victims of a racially motivated shooting at a Dollar General store in Jacksonville has been damaged, drawing concern from community members and city leaders. The memorial, which sits just outside the store on Kings Road, was originally created by community members to...
‘Hero’ Teacher Praised by Parent Florida School Bus Crash Evacuation
A parent is calling a kindergarten teacher a hero after he helped children escape a school bus following a crash April 2, near the Jacksonville Zoo, reported News 4 Jax. Mandy Rubin spoke at a Duval County school board meeting, recounting the moments after a semi-truck rear-ended a bus carrying about 30 San Pablo elementary school students.
He Died in a Florida Jail. The Company in Charge Should Have Sent Him...
Struggling to Breathe: Before he died in the medical ward of a jail, Brian Tracey had spent nine days struggling to get enough oxygen and passing out. Long History of Complaints: Armor Correctional Health Services had been sued for subpar care and had been convicted of felony abuse over the death of an inmate.
Florida Homes Sales See Low Demand
The latest survey from Construction Coverage shows the 2026 edition of the hottest real estate markets in the U.S., revealing where demand is still surging despite a national slowdown. While home sales are down 8.3% year-over-year and price growth has cooled to just 1.1%, certain markets—especially in the Northeast—remain highly...
JHS celebrates National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day with half-price adoptions
If you’re looking to add a furry member to your family, the Jacksonville Humane Society is offering half-priced adoptions on Thursday, April 30, in honor of National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day.
Florida Accused of Pressuring Jacksonville Woman Into a ‘Forced C-Section’
Was Jacksonville woman Cherise Doyley forced to undergo a cesarean section (C-section)?. For additional context, Doyley was in labor in September 2024 at the University of Florida Health hospital when she had to appear in court via a Zoom call after the state of Florida filed an emergency petition at the hospital's behest.
Showers Bring Relief but More Rain Needed for Region
We have had some rain, but we need much more. Cloudy skies will slowly clear tonight, with partly cloudy skies and warmer temperatures tomorrow. The breeze will blow from the northeast at 10-15 mph. Warmer, drier weather continues through Wednesday, with increasing rain chances Thursday and Friday. Elevated rain chances...

















