Jacksonville News (Page 430)

The buzz is growing again as the Jaguars inch closer to pre-season. Following last season’s improbable playoff run, there are already sell-out practices that weren’t open to the public last year. Now, Jaguars fans have the opportunity to watch their favorite team practice for the upcoming season in July —Continue Reading

A Jacksonville man accused of raping his 16-year-old niece and killing her and her unborn child will be back in court Thursday. A judge is expected to decide at some point if past accusations against Jonathan Quiles and his criminal history can be referenced in his trial for the murderContinue Reading

It’s another hot day outside! Hydrate! Hydrate! Hydrate! Scattered showers and isolated storms, developing later in the afternoon and evening. 20-30 percent for SE GA, 30-40 percent for NE FL. Morning lows in the 70s to low 80s. Highs in the low-90s. Feels Like temperatures around 104-108 degrees. Looking ahead.Continue Reading

The budget proposal that Jacksonville mayor Donna Deegan will present to city council next week could include $429 million in city construction projects over the next year. Wednesday, News4JAX obtained a draft document outlining the capital improvement plan spending that will be in the proposed budget. The document spells outContinue Reading

Three ATMs were stolen out of hotels in Jacksonville Beach earlier this month, and the thefts happened just blocks apart. Now the Jacksonville Beach Police Department is hoping photos posted on social media will help them find those responsible. Police said the ATMs were stolen out of a Hampton Inn, aContinue Reading

Fentanyl is the most common cause of fatal drug overdoses in the U.S. and Jacksonville is not immune. A Jacksonville man who lost two close friends from suspected fentanyl overdoses last week shared insights on Wednesday into the lengths people will go to get high off the deadly drug, andContinue Reading

Update:  Weakening storms will slowly drift south of Putnam County as a few showers with storms fade near and along Hwy 301/US1.  Partly cloudy and warm overnight with patchy to areas of dense fog Thursday morning. Abundant heat with limited showers and storms Thursday.  Heat Advisories will be possible withContinue Reading

There are new calls for accountability from lawmakers as Florida homeowners face record-breaking property insurance hikes and outright cancellations of their policies. A Florida State Senator who represents Jacksonville is urging Gov. Ron DeSantis to call another special session on property insurance this summer with the single goal of creatingContinue Reading

It’s a new solution to help people afford homes in Glynn County. A nonprofit is building a tiny home village at the home of the old Altama Presbyterian Church in Brunswick that is designed for people living on the street. Each tiny home is about 240 square feet and comesContinue Reading