State Attorney’s Office reviewed viral arrest video before choosing not to criminally charge officer
The state attorney's office says it did review McNeil's cell phone video of the traffic stop before deciding to clear the officers of criminal wrongdoing. McNeil's legal team alleges, though, that he was never interviewed by the agency before the decision was finalized.
Florida hurricane eyesore getting long-awaited renovation
Officials say construction has begun on the replacement of the Flagler Beach Pier in north-central Florida. The pier has been damaged by hurricanes such as Matthew, Irma, Ian and Nicole. The new pier will be about 10 feet taller than the original structure and will be composed of concrete pilings.
Hilliard neighbors left shaken after triple murder-suicide, claim there were warning signs
Neighbors told Action News Jax that shooter Christopher Rowell exhibited unusual behavior and had advised their children to avoid him. It was claimed that he pointed a gun at a neighborhood child on July 4, but the sheriff's office said it could not find evidence.
Stylist Honored as a Hometown Hero for 30 Years of Service in the Beauty...
By Lynn Jones | Stanton High School graduate Karen Blue Diallo was recently honored as the ‘Hometown Hero,’ at the sixth annual Jax Elite Beauty and Barber Expo held at the Prime Osborn Convention Center. Organized by Arlington native Fernando Corps, owner of a mobile barbershop, expressed, “I wanted to honor her as...
Wingstop building-out in River City Marketplace
Wingstop is coming to River City Marketplace in North Jacksonville. The city issued a permit July 24 for Tenant Contractors Inc. to build-out 1,345 square feet of space at 790 Skymarks Drive, No. 105, at a project cost of $387,497. The Wingstop is planned in a strip shopping center with...
First Coast Black Nurses are Bridging the Gap in Health Care
The First Coast Black Nurses (FCBNA) recently brought health awareness to the Northside of Jacksonville at the Legends Center, with over 100 attendees. The goal of the symposium was to educate the community, leaving them with a sense of empowerment to take control of their health. Audience participation was...
Jacksonville Celebrates national John Lewis Day Ensuring “Good Trouble Lives On”
Hundreds of Jacksonville residents braved the summer heat to honor the legacy of Congressman John Lewis. They also stood in solidarity against the growing attacks on our civil and human rights. Calling for the passage of the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025 and the stoppage of the S.A.V.E. act,...
Guatemalan Man Indicted in Jacksonville on Federal Fraud and Immigration Charges
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A federal grand jury has indicted a Guatemalan national on multiple charges related to immigration fraud and illegal reentry into the United States, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida. Diego Andres Garcia, 45, faces charges of possessing false documents,...
Firm hired by Jacksonville Housing Authority to run voucher program paid millions in federal...
Action News Jax has learned that Nan McKay & Associates, the company hired by the Jacksonville Housing Authority to manage its Housing Choice Voucher program, has paid millions of dollars in federal fines.
Murray Hill man brings back ‘Blockbuster’ with free tiny library of DVDs
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A Murray Hill resident is bringing back the nostalgia of video rentals through a community exchange box painted in the iconic blue and yellow colors of Blockbuster Video, offering neighbors a free way to share and discover movies. Aaron Bobby created the free Blockbuster box after...
