Jacksonville News (Page 140)

SpaceX announced it will attempt to launch two rockets from Florida’s Space Coast on Thursday evening. After several delays, SpaceX is planning to launch its Falcon Heavy rocket launch and the seventh mission of the X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle. According to the space agency, that launch is scheduled for 8:07 p.m. fromContinue Reading

The Florida Department of Health in Duval County issued a rabies alert Thursday, following the discovery of a rabid cat in the Town Center and UNF area of Jacksonville’s Southside. The rabies alert extends south by Old Canal Road, north by Blue Stream Drive, west of the Interstate 295 EastContinue Reading

Although the monument dedicated to the women of the Confederacy in Jacksonville’s Springfield Park was removed Wednesday, the battle over Confederate monuments in Florida is far from over. A bill filed in Tallahassee last month would prohibit local governments from permanently removing historic monuments and memorials on public property. ItContinue Reading

Tens of thousands of Clemson and Kentucky fans gathered at the Seawalk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach ahead of the Taxslayer Gator Bowl on Friday. Local businesses expect boosts from visitors like Kentucky fans Michelle and Ron Eckart, who knew what they were going to do before the big game. “IContinue Reading

The removal of a Confederate monument in Jacksonville is still raising questions a day after the surprise move. Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan ordered it to come down and said she had the legal right to do so because it was paid for by private funds and did not need councilContinue Reading

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating what led to the shooting death of a man at a Westside mobile park on Thursday. JSO said around 1 p.m. a man in his 40s was found suffering from at least one gunshot wound at the Three Seasons Mobile Home Village on CollinsContinue Reading

Clearing skies and much colder temperatures are on the way. This round of the winter chill will continue through the start of the New Year then turning cool and damp. These conditions sound great for a cozy fire, but if this is the first time you are using the fireplaceContinue Reading

Police across the country are on high alert for New Year’s Eve celebrations amid heightened tensions in the Middle East and an increased terror alert. New York City’s mayor said there will be extra security for the ball drop in Times Square. And closer to home in Jacksonville, leaders areContinue Reading

All the leaves ARE brown and the skies are GRAY!  Those Laurel Canyon hippies could paint a weather picture with their words.  Grab an umbrella if you are going for a walk on this winter’s day.  Scattered showers will continue through around sunset followed by clearing skies and colder temperatures. Continue Reading