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15-year-old boy seriously injured in crash involving electric dirt bike in St. Johns County
Read full article: 15-year-old boy seriously injured in crash involving electric dirt bike in St. Johns CountyA child was airlifted to a hospital on Monday after being seriously injured in a crash involving an electric dirt bike in St. Johns County, according to the sheriff’s office.
NOAA Fisheries announces changes to red snapper management in the South Atlantic, including 1-day expansion
Read full article: NOAA Fisheries announces changes to red snapper management in the South Atlantic, including 1-day expansionNOAA Fisheries announced changes to the management of red snapper in the South Atlantic, including expanding the one-day fishing event to two days.
High-risk traffic stop shuts down southbound lanes of I-75 in Alachua County
Read full article: High-risk traffic stop shuts down southbound lanes of I-75 in Alachua CountyThe Alachua County Sheriff’s Office said on Monday evening all southbound lanes of Interstate 75 at mile marker 376 were shut down as officials responded to a high-risk traffic stop.
The agency in charge of helping develop downtown has a new CEO. What we know about the Baltimore transplant
Read full article: The agency in charge of helping develop downtown has a new CEO. What we know about the Baltimore transplantThe Downtown Investment Authority (DIA) board unanimously selected its new CEO on Monday, following a marathon of interviews inside City Hall.
This partial leg tattoo may be the key to identifying the person found floating in St. Johns River near Fleming Island
Read full article: This partial leg tattoo may be the key to identifying the person found floating in St. Johns River near Fleming IslandThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office shared on Monday a sketch of a partial tattoo on the leg of an unidentified person found in early May in the St. Johns River, off Highway 17, in Fleming Island.
The agency in charge of helping develop downtown has a new CEO. What we know about the Baltimore transplant
Read full article: The agency in charge of helping develop downtown has a new CEO. What we know about the Baltimore transplantThe Downtown Investment Authority (DIA) board unanimously selected its new CEO on Monday, following a marathon of interviews inside City Hall.
Delta flight with 200+ people on board makes emergency landing at Cecil Airport after smoke reported in cockpit: JAA
Read full article: Delta flight with 200+ people on board makes emergency landing at Cecil Airport after smoke reported in cockpit: JAAA Delta Airlines flight that departed from Atlanta and was bound for Orlando was forced to make an emergency landing Monday afternoon in Jacksonville after smoke was reported in the cockpit.
VIDEO | 9-foot alligator, suspected dog-fighting ring found during drug bust in Northwest Jacksonville: JSO
Read full article: VIDEO | 9-foot alligator, suspected dog-fighting ring found during drug bust in Northwest Jacksonville: JSOA drug raid last month at a Northside home led to an investigation into a suspected dog-fighting operation and a charge of illegal possession of an alligator, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Jacksonville’s female veterans happy to be honored during Women Veterans Recognition Week
Read full article: Jacksonville’s female veterans happy to be honored during Women Veterans Recognition WeekNortheast Florida Women Veterans, Inc. has announced Women Veterans Recognition Week, June 8–14, 2025.
‘Help is on the way’: Neighbor describes aftermath of 15-year-old’s e-bike crash in St. Johns County
Read full article: ‘Help is on the way’: Neighbor describes aftermath of 15-year-old’s e-bike crash in St. Johns CountyA man who has lived in Nocatee for about a week recounted the shocking moments Monday afternoon when a 15-year-old crashed with an Amazon delivery vehicle right in front of his home.
15-year-old boy seriously injured in crash involving electric dirt bike in St. Johns County
Read full article: 15-year-old boy seriously injured in crash involving electric dirt bike in St. Johns CountyA child was airlifted to a hospital on Monday after being seriously injured in a crash involving an electric dirt bike in St. Johns County, according to the sheriff’s office.
Man with immigration warrant runs into woods after traffic stop in St. Johns County, search snarls traffic
Read full article: Man with immigration warrant runs into woods after traffic stop in St. Johns County, search snarls trafficA man with a felony immigration warrant ran into the woods in St. Johns County on Monday morning following a traffic stop on Interstate 95, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
Controversial South Georgia facility expansion gets green light from ICE, Rep. says
Read full article: Controversial South Georgia facility expansion gets green light from ICE, Rep. saysA controversial plan to expand an immigrant detention facility in southeast Georgia is moving forward after a delay, according to Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA).
A Brunswick family raised concerns about how police handled a hit-and-run investigation. Police are reviewing the case
Read full article: A Brunswick family raised concerns about how police handled a hit-and-run investigation. Police are reviewing the caseThe Glynn County Police Department said it is currently reviewing its handling of a recent case regarding the hit-and-run death of a 57-year-old man.
The nation’s largest ICE detention center in South Georgia has plans to expand. Now it’s on hold, amid protests: reports
Read full article: The nation’s largest ICE detention center in South Georgia has plans to expand. Now it’s on hold, amid protests: reportsA controversial plan to expand the capacity of the Folkston ICE Processing Center in Charlton County has been put on hold as some immigrant rights advocates call for it to be shut down.
Coastal health departments offer summer vaccination, screening events for Georgia students before school starts
Read full article: Coastal health departments offer summer vaccination, screening events for Georgia students before school startsIn order to help parents avoid the back-to-school rush, county health departments in the coastal district are hosting summer vaccination and screening events for students.
Camden County teacher and part-time emergency management employee accused of inappropriate conduct with student
Read full article: Camden County teacher and part-time emergency management employee accused of inappropriate conduct with studentA Camden County teacher was arrested Tuesday after being accused of inappropriate conduct involving a student.
Celebrating 50 years: How Orange Park Pediatrics has transformed medical services in Clay County
Read full article: Celebrating 50 years: How Orange Park Pediatrics has transformed medical services in Clay CountyFifty years ago, a local pediatrician answered a need in the Clay County community for medical services, back when seeing a doctor cost just $17 a visit.
Clay County Schools announces staff changes as district faces potential $10M budget shortfall for next year
Read full article: Clay County Schools announces staff changes as district faces potential $10M budget shortfall for next yearThe Clay County School District said it is reevaluating its spending as it faces a potential $10 million budget shortfall next year.
This partial leg tattoo may be the key to identifying the person found floating in St. Johns River near Fleming Island
Read full article: This partial leg tattoo may be the key to identifying the person found floating in St. Johns River near Fleming IslandThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office shared on Monday a sketch of a partial tattoo on the leg of an unidentified person found in early May in the St. Johns River, off Highway 17, in Fleming Island.
Boater Skip Days sees a significant decline in arrests compared to last year
Read full article: Boater Skip Days sees a significant decline in arrests compared to last yearAccording to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, there were 21 arrests connected to the event last year. This year, across all agencies, was down to 8. That number included Boating Under the Influence and 1 person arrested for battery on a law enforcement office.
Health alert: Clay County residents urged to use caution amid harmful blue-green algae in Doctors Lake
Read full article: Health alert: Clay County residents urged to use caution amid harmful blue-green algae in Doctors LakeThe Florida Department of Health in Clay County issued a health alert on Friday after finding harmful blue-green algae in toxins in Doctors Lake-Pace Island Back Park Dock.
Nothing more Florida than a Boater Skip Day: Important reminder before heading out on the water
Read full article: Nothing more Florida than a Boater Skip Day: Important reminder before heading out on the waterThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging everyone to enjoy the day, but emphasizes the importance of safety.
Bicyclist seriously injured in Nassau County after pickup truck strikes them while crossing the street: FHP
Read full article: Bicyclist seriously injured in Nassau County after pickup truck strikes them while crossing the street: FHPA bicyclist from Fernandina Beach, 70, is in the hospital with serious injuries after she was struck by a pickup truck while crossing the street in Nassau County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Veterans gather in Fernandina Beach to pay tribute to the community’s fallen heroes
Read full article: Veterans gather in Fernandina Beach to pay tribute to the community’s fallen heroesNassau County veterans led a Memorial Day gathering in Fernandina Beach on Monday morning to pay tribute to the community’s fallen heroes.
Nonprofit honors veterans with flag and cross display along a Baker County highway for Memorial Day
Read full article: Nonprofit honors veterans with flag and cross display along a Baker County highway for Memorial DayFlags and crosses can be seen along parts of US 90 and Highway 125 in Baker County to honor those who served our country.
Farm Share distributes food to food-insecure Floridians in Macclenny
Read full article: Farm Share distributes food to food-insecure Floridians in MacclennyFarm Share, Florida’s leading food nonprofit and the state’s largest food bank, is distributing food to food-insecure Floridians in the Jacksonville area.
Funeral service held for beloved Palatka Junior-Senior High School coach
Read full article: Funeral service held for beloved Palatka Junior-Senior High School coachThe Putnam County community is mourning this week after a longtime Palatka Junior-Senior High School coach died over the weekend.
Deeper dunes, sea walls and evacuation zones: Examining how NE Florida’s coastal communities prepare for hurricanes
Read full article: Deeper dunes, sea walls and evacuation zones: Examining how NE Florida’s coastal communities prepare for hurricanesNortheast Florida’s coastal communities, particularly in Flagler and St. Johns counties, have seen direct effects from hurricanes in recent years, with places like Summerhaven and South Ponte Vedra Beach proving to be especially vulnerable to storm surge and flooding.
Man found sleeping in car on side of Columbia County road; leads to seizure of 45 pounds of marijuana
Read full article: Man found sleeping in car on side of Columbia County road; leads to seizure of 45 pounds of marijuanaThe Columbia County Sheriff’s Office found a man sleeping in his car on the side of the road, which led to the seizure of over 45 pounds of marijuana and his arrest.
Bicyclist killed, another in critical condition after car hits them in Columbia County
Read full article: Bicyclist killed, another in critical condition after car hits them in Columbia CountyThe Florida Highway Patrol said a bicyclist was killed and another was injured after a car hit them in Columbia County on Tuesday afternoon.
77-year-old Lake City man killed after colliding with tree in Columbia County: FHP
Read full article: 77-year-old Lake City man killed after colliding with tree in Columbia County: FHPA 77-year-old Lake City man died Saturday morning after colliding with a tree off a roadway in Columbia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
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Witness shares what she saw as first responders tried to revive 5-year-old who drowned in Fernandina Beach
Read full article: Witness shares what she saw as first responders tried to revive 5-year-old who drowned in Fernandina BeachThe Fernandina Beach Police Department said on Monday it was not investigating the drowning of a 5-year-old, which happened on Saturday, as it appeared to be accidental.
Delta flight with 200+ people on board makes emergency landing at Cecil Airport after smoke reported in cockpit: JAA
Read full article: Delta flight with 200+ people on board makes emergency landing at Cecil Airport after smoke reported in cockpit: JAAA Delta Airlines flight that departed from Atlanta and was bound for Orlando was forced to make an emergency landing Monday afternoon in Jacksonville after smoke was reported in the cockpit.
Deadline approaching for local students to apply for PFLAG’s scholarship program
Read full article: Deadline approaching for local students to apply for PFLAG’s scholarship programSince its inception, PFLAG Jacksonville has provided more than 345 scholarships totaling more than $430,000 to local students. The application window for 2025 is rapidly closing, so here's what students need to know.
VIDEO | 9-foot alligator, suspected dog-fighting ring found during drug bust in Northwest Jacksonville: JSO
Read full article: VIDEO | 9-foot alligator, suspected dog-fighting ring found during drug bust in Northwest Jacksonville: JSOA drug raid last month at a Northside home led to an investigation into a suspected dog-fighting operation and a charge of illegal possession of an alligator, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Jacksonville’s female veterans happy to be honored during Women Veterans Recognition Week
Read full article: Jacksonville’s female veterans happy to be honored during Women Veterans Recognition WeekNortheast Florida Women Veterans, Inc. has announced Women Veterans Recognition Week, June 8–14, 2025.
Man with immigration warrant runs into woods after traffic stop in St. Johns County, search snarls traffic
Read full article: Man with immigration warrant runs into woods after traffic stop in St. Johns County, search snarls trafficA man with a felony immigration warrant ran into the woods in St. Johns County on Monday morning following a traffic stop on Interstate 95, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
National Parks Service wants to hear from you about project to replace Matanzas River seawall in St. Augustine
Read full article: National Parks Service wants to hear from you about project to replace Matanzas River seawall in St. AugustineThe seawalls at Castillo de San Marcos sit at the lowest elevation in the city’s seawall system, making one of the oldest landmarks in the country prone to flooding during storms.
Judge agrees to delay hearing in review of life sentence for 8-year-old Maddie Clifton’s killer
Read full article: Judge agrees to delay hearing in review of life sentence for 8-year-old Maddie Clifton’s killerA 41-year-old Jacksonville man who committed one of the city’s most notorious murders when he was 14 years old will have his life sentence reviewed by a judge.
Spotlight on COLORS: Local organization offers rainbow of resources for Jacksonville’s LGBTQIA+ community
Read full article: Spotlight on COLORS: Local organization offers rainbow of resources for Jacksonville’s LGBTQIA+ communityCOLORS Resource Center offers advocacy and social services to create safe spaces and foster connections for the LGBTQIA+ community in Northeast Florida and beyond.
Crime and safety analyst talks beach safety after 5-year-old drowns at Fernandina Beach
Read full article: Crime and safety analyst talks beach safety after 5-year-old drowns at Fernandina BeachA 5-year-old drowned Saturday morning just north of Seaside Park in Fernandina Beach, according to the Fernandina Beach Fire Department.
Funeral service held for beloved Palatka Junior-Senior High School coach
Read full article: Funeral service held for beloved Palatka Junior-Senior High School coachThe Putnam County community is mourning this week after a longtime Palatka Junior-Senior High School coach died over the weekend.
Jacksonville mental health counselor talks breaking stigma around men’s mental health
Read full article: Jacksonville mental health counselor talks breaking stigma around men’s mental healthAs June marks Men’s Mental Health Month, a Jacksonville mental health counselor talked about ways to break the stigma around the topic.
Hot and humid for most, while Southeast Georgia prepares for severe weather this afternoon
Read full article: Hot and humid for most, while Southeast Georgia prepares for severe weather this afternoonAs the hot and humid conditions continue throughout our region, a system located north of our area is expected to bring a slight risk of severe weather to Southeast Georgia and areas north of I-10.
How ‘Trenton’s Law’ aims to prevent tragedies caused by driving, boating under the influence
Read full article: How ‘Trenton’s Law’ aims to prevent tragedies caused by driving, boating under the influenceWith summer around the corner, many families are hitting the water on their boats, and a new Florida law aims to prevent tragedies caused by driving or boating under the influence.
Black Rodeo USA cowboy competition brings music, food and fun to Jacksonville Equestrian Center
Read full article: Black Rodeo USA cowboy competition brings music, food and fun to Jacksonville Equestrian CenterThe Black Rodeo USA cowboy competition returned to the Jacksonville Equestrian Center on Saturday with two shows.
Thousands celebrate love at fifth annual Fernandina Beach Pride and Festival
Read full article: Thousands celebrate love at fifth annual Fernandina Beach Pride and FestivalHundreds of people gathered at Central Park in Fernandina Beach to celebrate the fifth annual Pride Parade and Festival.
Jury awards $10.3 million to parents of Jacksonville DUI crash victim
Read full article: Jury awards $10.3 million to parents of Jacksonville DUI crash victimIn Duval County, a jury is awarding a family $10.3 dollars in damages to the parents of Nell Marie Behr. The 21-year-old was killed by a drunk driver after a crash on Jan. 14, 2023.
Federal appeals court upholds block on Florida immigration law
Read full article: Federal appeals court upholds block on Florida immigration lawA federal appeals court Friday kept on hold a new Florida law targeting undocumented immigrants who enter the state, rejecting arguments by Attorney General James Uthmeier that enforcement should at least temporarily be allowed.
Hundreds of families get free hurricane supply kits at Farm Share distribution in Jacksonville
Read full article: Hundreds of families get free hurricane supply kits at Farm Share distribution in JacksonvilleFarm Share held a free distribution on Saturday in Jacksonville, but this time around, it wasn’t just food being handed out.
Nick Howland shares priorities as incoming Council VP: Enhancing public safety and addressing budget challenges
Read full article: Nick Howland shares priorities as incoming Council VP: Enhancing public safety and addressing budget challengesIncoming Jacksonville City Council Vice President Nick Howland outlined his priorities and challenges for the upcoming year. Emphasizing the importance of public safety.
Jacksonville-based Pepsi distributor recalls over 19,000 cases of Dr. Pepper wrongly labeled as Zero Sugar
Read full article: Jacksonville-based Pepsi distributor recalls over 19,000 cases of Dr. Pepper wrongly labeled as Zero SugarThe Jacksonville-based Pepsi distributor recalled over 19,000 cases of Dr. Pepper that were wrongly labeled as Zero Sugar, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Remains recovered in 2007 identified as diver who went missing in Florida, deputies say
Read full article: Remains recovered in 2007 identified as diver who went missing in Florida, deputies sayRemains recovered in 2007 were identified as a diver who went missing while off the coast of Ponce Inlet, the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office announced on Friday.
Dozens of surfers catch waves at Brooks Rehabilitation’s annual adaptive surfing event in Jacksonville Beach
Read full article: Dozens of surfers catch waves at Brooks Rehabilitation’s annual adaptive surfing event in Jacksonville BeachMore than 80 athletes rode the waves at Brooks Rehabilitation’s annual event at Jacksonville Beach, giving those experiencing some physical and mental impairments a chance to surf.