Wake Up, Jacksonville!
By: Matt Peiken
Language: en
Categories: News, Daily
Catch up on all the Jacksonville news every weekday morning. Our newscast podcast draws stories from across the local news media landscape to keep you in-the-know in under four minutes.
Episodes
Thursday, Jan. 8: Homicides Up + Secret 'Aligator Alcatraz' Contract + Chemours Layoffs
Jan 08, 2026Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories:
Jacksonville homicides rose to 115; domestic killings climbed
Secretive Jacksonville-linked firm lands $78M 'Alligator Alcatraz' contract
Rep. Duggan backs bills to restore Ocklawaha River
Chemours to lay off 75 at North Florida mines
Scenic Jacksonville executive director Nancy Powell retiring in April
Duration: 00:04:22Wednesday, Jan. 7: Two Police Shootings + $3M Armory Sale + Clean Energy Fail
Jan 07, 2026Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories:
Two Jacksonville police shootings reported Monday nightCity ups Armory sale price to $3M in revised dealCoal protest targets JEA’s failing clean energy gradesAnheuser-Busch invests $30M in Northside brewery upgradesNothing Putt Fun project advances despite zoning hurdles Duration: 00:04:16Tuesday, Jan. 6: Murder Conviction Scrutiny + JSO Officer's DUI Charge + Motorsports Park Update
Jan 06, 2026Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories:
Integrity unit halted review of Ferrell murder convictionJSO veteran officer Goethe charged with DUI in St. JohnsNassau eyes 600-acre Rahal-designed North Florida Motorsports ParkSt. Johns tweaks impact fees, adds conservation; tourism scaled backJudge tosses lawsuit as Fernandina paid parking vote nears Duration: 00:04:01Monday, Jan. 5: New HCA Hospitals + Jax Gun Log Probe + Teachers Union Plea Payments
Jan 05, 2026Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories:
HCA opens Oakleaf ER; Arlington standalone debuts Jan. 7State probe clears Jacksonville City Hall gun logEx-Duval teachers union president pays $1.3M after pleaClay school board member faces resignation calls over racist remarksDouglas Anderson arts students earn 2026 YoungArts honors Duration: 00:04:16Tuesday, Dec. 30: Death Row Case Probed + Brooks Rehab Expands + Disco Witch Brewing Second Life
Dec 30, 2025Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories:
Death-row case faces new scrutiny over judge’s racism claimsBrooks Rehabilitation $68M expansion adds 150 jobsBank executives bet on Jacksonville’s AI, logistics boomDisco Witch Brewing reopens under new ownershipFlorida senator files bill to standardize “better” straws Duration: 00:04:06Monday, Dec. 29: Sham Marriage Scheme + Schools of Hope Dropped + Read JAX Expands
Dec 29, 2025Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories:
Navy women charged in Jacksonville sham-marriage residency schemeMater Academy drops most Schools of Hope bids; two remainFlorida Justice Canady resigns, joins University of Florida facultyCommunity Foundation grant expands READ JAX tutoring beyond third gradeAMFM launches Bold Mini and artist-ownership platform for creators Duration: 00:04:11Tuesday, Dec. 23: Home Prices Fall + JEA Solar Deal Collapse + Duval Jail Debate + Snow Day
Dec 23, 2025Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories:
Home sales, prices, construction fall across Northeast FloridaJEA solar deal collapses, drawing criticism from advocatesJacksonville ranked top-five U.S. city for startupsDebate intensifies over Duval jail site relocationThis Day in History: Christmas snowstorm remains Jacksonville’s biggest Duration: 00:04:07Monday, Dec. 22: Nixon Senate Bid? + UF LaVilla Campus + Airbnb Party Shootings + Raines Team Honored
Dec 22, 2025Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories:
Nixon launches exploratory bid for U.S. Senate.UF closes on LaVilla campus sites; developer due March 2026.Jacksonville ranks third nationwide for manufactured housing.Five wounded in Airbnb-party shooting.Deegan honors Raines champs; Jaguars gift coach Super Bowl trip. Duration: 00:04:14Friday, Dec. 19: Autonomous Rides Debate + Downtown Publix + Harris Teeter Expansion + Road Rage Case + Deegan vs. Council
Dec 19, 2025Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories:
Autonomous shuttle rides free again as JTA defends NAVI systemDIA approves $50M incentives for Publix-anchored downtown towerKroger ends delivery, expands Harris Teeter stores in JaxFamily of slain musician demands arrest in road rage caseTurbulent 2025: Deegan, City Council clash and cooperate Duration: 00:04:27Thursday, Dec. 18: Councilmembers Push Schools + Brooks Rehab Expands + Nonprofits Boosted + Protesting Coal + Dining Boom
Dec 18, 2025Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories:
Councilmembers push school board partnership on urban-core closures.Brooks Rehab $68M expansion adds beds, jobs, new clinics.Resilience Fund grants $841K to nonprofits; six get $50K.Coal-for-Christmas protest targets JEA plant, rates, clean-energy plan.Northeast Florida’s 2025 dining boom spreads across region. Duration: 00:04:20Wednesday, Dec. 17: Duval Schools Lockout + Jail Hot Potato + Khans Living Large + JU Accreditation + MAD DADS dissolves
Dec 17, 2025Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories:
Duval schools stay locked down amid pickup-threat investigationNew jail site search triggers redlining and equity concernsKhan family claims top Four Seasons penthouses; $14M permitsJacksonville University accreditation extended to 2033; warning liftedMAD DADS Jacksonville dissolves, promises reboot under new leadership Duration: 00:04:20Tuesday, Dec. 16: Concern for Deportation Detainees + Duval Schools Lockout + Friendship Fountain Restaurant + S.A. Mayor Sweeny + Swisher Expansion
Dec 16, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Deportation Depot detainees pepper-sprayed after barricade, advocates raise concerns.Four Duval schools lockout amid nearby police activity.Beth Sweeny named St. Augustine Beach mayor through 2026.City plans Friendship Fountain riverfront restaurant, build starts 2026.Swisher $135M Phoenix expansion: 240 jobs, new pouch facility. Duration: 00:04:13Monday Dec. 15: Raines Wins Title + Limayem to USF + Jax in Global Group + Trail Champion Honored
Dec 15, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Raines Vikings win 3A title, celebrated on Raines AvenueUNF President Limayem picked to lead USF; interim pendingJacksonville joins EU Cities Gateway housing program, 2025–2028Deegan names Mike Weinstein chief administrative officer; salary unchangedGroundwork’s Kay Ehas wins Rail-Trail Champion for Emerald Trail Duration: 00:04:09Friday, Dec. 12: Phantom Schools Debt? + Church Leader Sentenced + Home Sales Dip + New Affordable Apartments + Motorsports Living
Dec 12, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Duval schools’ $100 million ‘debt’ projection fuels closure backlash.Former Jacksonville church leader gets 20 years for child abuse.Northeast Florida home sales and median prices fall in November.New Westside complex adds 90 affordable apartments with on-site services.Nassau County motorsports park pairs luxury condos with private racetrack. Duration: 00:04:30Thursday, Dec. 11: College Funding + Campus Leadership Changes + Theatre Chief Resigns + Crash Kills JaxPort COO + OD Deaths DropKilled +
Dec 11, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Jacksonville approves $15 million for college facilities, workforce training.UNF, JU face simultaneous leadership changes amid growth pressures.Florida Theatre president resigns; programming chief steps in temporarily.JaxPort COO and Baker County commissioner James Bennett killed.Jacksonville overdose deaths drop as sheriff’s investigative unit expands. Duration: 00:04:15Wednesday, Dec. 10: Deficit Concerns + LIFT JAX's 'Within-trification' + Baptist Health's Boost + UNF AI Expansion + Northside Development
Dec 10, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Council weighs $15M education, workforce funds amid deficit concerns.Eastside native leads LIFT JAX, championing ‘withintrification’ over gentrification.Baptist Health boosts food aid with major regional hunger donation.UNF expands AI programs as campus debates innovation and impact.Huge Northside land sale hints at future master-planned community. Duration: 00:04:16Tuesday, Dec. 9: Transit Clash Fallout + Unarmed Teen Shot + Crossing Bridges + Ethical Events + Drew Mansion Repurposed
Dec 09, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
JTA-union safety clash jeopardizes more than $100 million transit fundingJSO dispatch failure ends with unarmed, uninvolved 14-year-old shotTask force pushes Mathews replacement as Main Street Bridge preservedCarlucci bill demands public venues for future Council installationsSpringfield nonprofit takes over decaying Drew Mansion for community reuse Duration: 00:04:23Monday, Dec. 8: Female Chief Retiring + New Businesses + Stadium Upgrades + Community Survey + Grants to Filmmakers
Dec 08, 2025Today's episode includes these stories:
St. Augustine’s first female police chief retiring Jan. 13New pickleball, gyms, shops reshape Jacksonville’s regional retail corridorsCouncil weighs $15 million UNF, Edward Waters stadium upgradesNew community survey asks residents: What is Jacksonville, really?Three local filmmakers receive inaugural Jacksonville Fostering Filmmakers grants Duration: 00:04:11Friday, Dec. 5: Officer Cleared + Deputies Kill Suspect + Lake Street Trio +Historic Bridge Overhaul + Million-Dollar Game
Dec 05, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Prosecutors clear officer who shot unarmed Jacksonville teen during chaseDeputies kill armed suspect after workplace ambush and highway confrontationNew owner takes on Laura Street Trio, promises swift revivalJacksonville eyes historic status as Main Street Bridge overhaul nearsUNF wins $1.3M grant for STEM role-playing game Duration: 00:04:11Thursday, Dec. 4: Stadium Renovations + Books: Parental Oversight + Disturbing JAX Trend + Affordable Housing Investments
Dec 04, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
EverBank Stadium renovation overruns covered by Jaguars, still on trackUNF seeks $6M city match for Hodges Stadium renovationDuval board gives parent appointees control over challenged book reviewsFifth Jacksonville case this year of son charged with parricideDLP Capital pours $1.5B into North Florida affordable housing Duration: 00:04:20Wednesday, Dec. 3: Museum Costs Soar + School Closures + Impact Fee Hike + Hate Crime Charges + Restaurant News
Dec 03, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Museum trims parking as costs soar, council delays funding decisionDuval delays two school closures amid equity, safety concernsSt. Johns hikes impact fees, shifting growth costs to buildersAdvocates seek hate-crime charges after Murray Hill LGBTQ+ shootingBeloved Mossfire closes as new restaurants reshape Jacksonville dining Duration: 00:04:24Tuesday, Dec. 2: Lawsuit Revived + School Budget Outlook Improves + Progressive Church Rebrands + Culinary Institute Eyes JAX
Dec 02, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Appeals court revives NextEra lawsuit over Jacksonville-tied FPL scheme.Duval schools budget outlook improves, closures still on table.Progressive Jacksonville church rebrands, launches inclusive online “cathedral” ministry.Jacksonville courting Culinary Institute campus to bolster higher education.KB Home opens Seaton Hollow starter community in North Jacksonville. Duration: 00:04:25Monday, Dec. 1: Duval Schools Consolidation, Library Access + JAX Commutes Longer + Senior Housing Advances + Riverfront Plaza Opens
Dec 01, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Duval board weighs consolidating four Eastside, beach elementary schools.Duval schools cut students’ access to public library ebooks.Jacksonville commute times rise as more workers return to offices.Egret Landing advances, adding affordable senior apartments in North Jacksonville.Riverfront Plaza opens, transforming former Landing into downtown riverfront park. Duration: 00:04:28Tuesday, Nov. 25: What Holiday Break? + Duval Civics Ed. Boost + Panhandling Crackdown Stalls + Reve Brewing Grows + Trump County?
Nov 25, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Duval students attend school while rest of Florida vacations.UNF wins $2.1M grant to boost Duval civics.Panhandling crackdowns stall as local police await court rulings.Reve Brewing buys Neptune Beach site, ponders next move.Trump County petition sputters with 15 signatures and uphill odds. Duration: 00:04:15Monday, Nov. 24: Audit Pushback + Proposed Long Branch Closure + Mystery Firm Seeks Tax Break + This Day in JAX History
Nov 24, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Jacksonville officials defend Deegan hologram, slam Ingoglia’s audit push.Superintendent seeks Long Branch closure; Eastside families fear displacement.Mystery firm seeks tax break for Northwest Jacksonville expansion.Holiday fliers from JAX face rising delays and cancellations.JAX History: Veterans Memorial Coliseum dedicated on this date, 1960. Duration: 00:04:13Friday, Nov. 21: Teachers' Pay Raise + Judicial Scrutiny + Motorsports Complex + School District Sells Tower + Fine with Fines
Nov 21, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Clay County board okays raises only for veteran teachers.New Jacksonville federal judge Jordan Pratt faces scrutiny over record.$200 million Palatka motorsports complex approved near municipal airport.School district sells Southbank site for luxury riverfront tower.UNF parking-ticket 'Food for Fines' drives big pantry donations. Duration: 00:04:26Thursday, Nov. 20: 'Schools of Hope' Expansion + Restaurant Closures + Dental Deaths + Black Greek Legacy + UNF Housing
Nov 20, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Charter Expansion: Operators pursue rent-free “Schools of Hope” using state law.Dining Uncertainty: Closures persist despite residential growth, report notes downtown struggles.Dental Tragedies: Family alarmed after second fatality involving same practitioner.Black Greek Legacy: Fraternities, sororities highlight service across region via weekend events.UNF Housing: University begins $60M residence complex called 30° North. Duration: 00:04:33Wednesday, Nov. 19: Telehealth Scrutiny + JEA Expansion + Hate Symbols + Scholarship Gift
Nov 19, 2025Today's episode includes these stories:
Telehealth Inquiry: Council subpanel probes Telescope Health contract as officials deny misconduct.JEA Expansion: Utility adds 100 MW to FPL deal amid rising demand.Hate Symbols: Opinion column spotlights five-week delay removing swastikas on Union County road.FSCJ Gift: Michael Ward, Jennifer Glock donate $1M for workforce scholarships.First Coast Connect: Episode covers AG race, new MOCA exhibit, Freed to Run.Tuesday, Nov. 18: Teacher Impasse + Children Recovered + Road Revamp + UNF Plan + Campus Extremism
Nov 18, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Teacher Impasse: Clay educators, district face off over stalled raises.Children Recovered: Operation finds 131 missing kids; charges filed.Road Revamp: King Soutel district funds major New Kings Road overhaul.UNF Plan: Trustees approve 10-year campus expansion blueprint.Campus Extremism: UNF decries anonymous “Osprey Nationalist” rhetoric. Duration: 00:04:30Monday, Nov. 17: Eateries' Sidewalk Expansion + Duval Delegation + Publix Moves Forward + Beyond 'City of Renderings'
Nov 17, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Sidewalk Expansion: Jacksonville OKs more outdoor dining to boost Downtown vibrancy.Duval Delegation: Revised bills advance on school board counsel, aviation authority revamp.Kings Road Upgrade: $6M project launches to improve safety, spur Northwest revitalization.Publix Moves Forward: North Jacksonville store clears zoning hurdle in major development.Downtown Opinion: ETM CEO says Jacksonville finally moving beyond ‘City of Renderings.’Friday, Nov. 14: Murder Suspect History + Campus Hunger + Eastside Protections + Housing Growth
Nov 14, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Guthrie History: Suspect tied to 2017 killing; family faults system.Food Aid: Council OKs $200K emergency funding as SNAP lapse strains families.Campus Hunger: UNF students skip meals amid prolonged SNAP freeze.Eastside Protections: New law blocks historic zoning, weakening preservation tools.Housing Growth: City approves 1,191 homes across six subdivisions. Duration: 00:04:31Thursday, Nov. 13: Telehealth Fraud Probe +Council Weighs Food Relief + New Mormon Temple + Surf Park Planned + Clay County Couple Buys Marineland
Nov 13, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Jacksonville Telehealth Contracts Under Review: Council probes fraud, conflict claims in city health program.Council Weighs Emergency Food Relief Funding: Bills propose millions to aid residents after SNAP lapse.Jacksonville to Get First LDS Temple: $27M Mandarin site marks Florida’s fifth Mormon temple.Surf Park Planned for Jacksonville: Global developer unveils Wavegarden lagoon, surf academy project.Clay Couple Buys Marineland Dolphin Park: Local owners pledge to preserve historic marine attraction. Duration: 00:04:35Wednesday, Nov. 12: Veteran Business Grants + Symphony Leadership + UNF Affordability + Commuter Safety + Harris Teeter Coming
Nov 12, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Veteran Business Grants: Jacksonville issues first $2,000 grants to local veteran-owned businesses.Symphony Leadership: Alison Bolton named new Vice President and General Manager of Jax Symphony.UNF Efficiency Ranking: UNF ranks among Florida’s most cost-efficient universities, state audit finds.Commuter Safety Report: Jacksonville named Florida’s most dangerous city for commuters, study shows.Grocery Expansion: Harris Teeter to open first Jacksonville store in Atlantic North. Duration: 00:04:16Tuesday, Nov. 11: Shipyards West Designs + Downtown Beating Death + Educator Loyalty Oath + Mayor's Pledge
Nov 11, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Shipyards West Park Plans: Jacksonville reveals updated $80M riverfront design.Downtown Beating Death: Homeless man dies after three beatings; suspect charged.Educator Loyalty Oath: Florida bill requires educators to swear loyalty oath.AI Leadership at NLP Logix: Fallon Gorman named president, CFO of NLP Logix.Mayor Deegan’s Civility Pledge rejecting political violence, promoting civility. Duration: 00:04:30Monday, Nov. 10: Investigation of JSO + Shipyard West Park + Temp Jags Move + Animal Cruelty Arrest
Nov 10, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
JSO Investigation: Tributary probe reveals JSO’s pattern of excessive force and weak accountability.Shipyards West Park: Construction set for 2026 on Jacksonville’s $74.7M Northbank riverfront park.Union Decertification: Teamsters at Breakthru Beverage Florida face effort to end union representation.*Jaguars Relocation: Team likely to play 2027 season in Orlando during stadium renovations.Animal Cruelty Arrest: Great Dane’s owner charged after emaciated “Oak” found dead in Jacksonville.*Friday, Nov. 7: Food Relief + Voucher Audit + Mall Revivals + Demings Running + Professor Fired
Nov 07, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Food Relief: Jacksonville launches Duval Care Coalition to aid families hit by SNAP cuts.Voucher Audit: Lawmakers probe $75M in errors, delays in Florida’s school voucher program.Mall Revivals: Orange Park and Regency malls to be redeveloped for retail, dining.Governor Race: Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings launches historic bid for governor.Professor Fired: UNF instructor dismissed after sarcastic comment about Charlie Kirk shooting.Thursday, Nov. 6: School HQ Move + Eye on Shuttle Costs + Charter School Law
Nov 06, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
School HQ Move: Duval board approves relocating downtown offices to Baymeadows by 2027.Autonomous Shuttle: JTA faces scrutiny as new NAVI service costs $370 per rider.Charter School Law: Duval officials lobby to revise “Schools of Hope” rent-free rule.Fintech Partnership: UNF, city and Paysafe launch “JAX Hub” to boost fintech innovation.Crescent Landing: 39-home development proposed near Crescent Beach amid slowing construction pace. Duration: 00:04:22Wednesday, Nov. 5: Cancer Funding + School District Move + Art Walk Fees
Nov 05, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Cancer Funding: Wolfson Children’s Hospital receives $37.5M to expand pediatric cancer care.District Relocation: Duval board votes on selling downtown HQ, moving to Baymeadows.Enterprise Village: Sulzbacher breaks ground on $38M housing project to fight homelessness.Art Walk Fees: Vendors protest new charges at Jacksonville’s First Wednesday Art Walk.Student Honor: Douglas Anderson senior Samuel Nelson named 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholar. Duration: 00:04:18Jacksonville newscast: Monday, Aug. 18
Aug 18, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Jacksonville’s Finance Committee trims funding for senior meal programs, drawing pushback from advocates.
The metro unemployment rate ticks up to 3.8% in July, showing a cooling but resilient labor market.
Construction surges at EverRange in Nocatee, with dozens of buildings underway in the massive new community.
Council members seek looser rules for distributing city event tickets, raising ethics concerns.
Gov. DeSantis plans a 1,300-bed “Deportation Depot” in Baker County, sparking criticism from Democrats.
Jacksonville newscast: Friday, Aug. 15
Aug 15, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Florida opens second “Deportation Depot” west of Jacksonville amid civil-rights scrutiny.
City approves 227-unit Royal Palms on North Main to boost housing inventory.
Duval cancels enforcement of controversial Westside High uniform policy for review.
State Attorney clears deputies in viral arrest, citing noncompliance and officer safety.
Public art for the Duval County Courthouse is ready for a green light.
Duration: 00:03:23Jacksonville newscast: Thursday, Aug. 14
Aug 14, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
State auditors say the Jaguars stadium deal is outside their scope, but other city spending may be reviewed.
Council confirms Helena Parola to lead Planning and Development amid rapid growth.
Westside High parents protest uniform crackdowns they say disrupt learning.
Advocates press Sheriff T.K. Waters on accountability at his last town hall.
Environmentalists warn biosolids pollution is harming the St. Johns River and manatees.
Duration: 00:04:01Jacksonville newscast: Wednesday, Aug. 13
Aug 13, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Tropical Storm Erin could become a major hurricane this week; rip current risk for the First Coast is likely.
Council budget debate heats up after affordable housing funds are cut.
Nassau County adopts tighter beach driving rules to protect nesting sea turtles.
JFRD breaks ground on a modern Blount Island fire station with a dedicated fireboat dock.
July’s First Coast home sales slow, prompting price recalculations.
Duration: 00:03:32Jacksonville newscast: Tuesday, Aug. 12
Aug 12, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
A Springfield coffee shop owner is in ICE custody, prompting strong community backlash.
Jacksonville City Council’s Finance Committee advanced a proposal to lower the city’s property tax rate.
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority unveiled details for its proposed $430 million Emerald Trail expansion.
Mayor Deegan’s office is reviewing potential budget cuts to address a projected $60 million shortfall.
Local leaders are warning residents to remain prepared as forecasters predict an above-average hurricane season.
Duration: 00:03:16Jacksonville newscast: Monday, Aug. 11
Aug 11, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Wi-Fi pilot expands to nine bus routes
Duval superintendent shares 2025–26 goals
Colleges unveil major growth and expansion plans
Everglades detention center construction paused by court
St. Johns airport board resignations follow indictments
Duration: 00:03:23Jacksonville newscast: Friday, Aug. 8
Aug 08, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
DOGE auditors gain temporary IT-system access after credential verification, despite not signing the city’s agreement.
Finance Committee backs mill reduction, trimming $13.4 million in revenue and shifting $14 million from CIP.
JAA signs a 30-year lease for up to 1 million sq ft of VanTrust industrial space near JIA, creating 1,200 jobs.
Appraiser Morgan challenges a 57% property-tax collection rise cited by state auditors, citing lack of shared data.
Value Adjustment Board hikes appeal fees from $15 to $50 to cover the board’s operational expenses.
Jacksonville newscast: Thursday, Aug. 7
Aug 07, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Duval County ends universal free lunch at 37 schools; elementary meals now $4, secondary $4.25.
St. Johns commissioners reject a 120-unit workforce housing project amid infrastructure concerns.
A 695-unit mixed-use subdivision on Jacksonville’s Northside wins final approval.
The fee to appeal property assessments jumps from $15 to $50 to cover rising administrative costs.
Main Street Bridge will close Aug. 11–16 for critical inspection; Acosta Bridge to serve as detour.
Duration: 00:03:55Jacksonville newscast: Wednesday, Aug. 6
Aug 06, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
State of Jax public-data dashboard slated for January beta.Duval School Board eyes charter change for its own legal counsel.Publix wins permit for $136 million freezer warehouse; 150 jobs by 2027.First Coast Expressway adds six miles; tolling starts Sept 15.WJCT forum to address policing and equity after viral punching video. Duration: 00:03:16Jacksonville newscast: Tuesday, Aug. 5
Aug 05, 2025Today's newscast includes stories about:
Former Duval teachers union leader pleads guilty in $1.2 million leave-pay fraudHousing squeeze: average Florida rent jumped $500 since 2019Mayor Donna Deegan defends $2 billion budget on ‘This Week in Jacksonville’Protesters press State Attorney to reopen William McNeil Jr. casePower restored after Jacksonville Beach outage hits 1,500 customersJacksonville Newscast: Monday, Aug. 4
Aug 04, 2025Today's newscast includes stories about:
City earns twin “AA” bond ratings, lowering future borrowing costs.JEA receives two bids for vacant downtown headquarters complex.Jacksonville prosecutor tapped to lead U.S. Justice Department’s Criminal Division.Report blames overcrowding for Fernandina Beach July 4 gangway collapse.WJCT analysis highlights rent hikes putting housing out of reach for many First Coast renters. Duration: 00:03:49TRAILER: Wake Up, Jacksonville!
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