Florida News (Page 262)

A proposed bill aimed to protect homeowners from squatters taking over their property is facing opposition from some critics who believe the proposal could cause unintended consequences. Patti Peeples used her experience after squatters wreaked havoc on her property almost a year ago to advocate for other homeowners, so theyContinue Reading

If you are not careful, you could end up paying over $100 for just a few minutes of parking in downtown Jacksonville. It’s an issue News4JAX first started reporting in November and more people are coming forward to detail outrageous parking fees. MORE: Scrutinized private parking company responds to highContinue Reading

A woman told the police that the three teens accused of stealing guns from her Mandarin home broke into her closet that’s equipped with a fingerprint-locking system. RELATED: Enhanced security at Mandarin Middle, Atlantic Coast High after 3 teens accused of stealing 5 guns from house News4JAX Crime Analyst TomContinue Reading

McDonald’s CEO promised more affordable menu items after backlash on social media caught his attention amid the outrage over inflation. “But $16,” a man said in a TikTok video. “$16 for a burger, large fries, and drink, that’s just crazy.” In another viral video, a person said they paid $7Continue Reading

Tia Whittaker, 21, is stationed at Naval Station Mayport. She has spent months out at sea and said being in the Navy gave her a confidence she didn’t know she had. “When I joined, it wasn’t exactly what I thought it would be. But then I ended up learning toContinue Reading

News4JAX viewer Robyn L. shared photos with News4JAX of Toby Keith performing at the Clay County Fair in 1995. Robyn shared the pictures after hearing of Keith’s passing. The country singer-songwriter, who was battling stomach cancer, passed peacefully on Monday surrounded by his family. Related: Country singer-songwriter Toby Keith hasContinue Reading

New data from the Federal Reserve of New York suggests Americans battling inflation use their credit cards more than ever. RELATED: CBO projects a $188 billion decrease in this year’s federal budget deficit, but debt would then grow The Federal Reserve reported that credit card debt has climbed to aContinue Reading

Students at a local middle school are learning more about the field of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) thanks to a partnership with CSX. It’s part of a program called “Innovation Day” where students at Twin Lakes Academy learn from professionals. “It’s important because we need to spark the mindsContinue Reading

Open Window Weather, Celebrate it like a Holiday Are you thinking of warmer days?  Maybe some open window weather, flip flops and something cold and frosty in your hands?  That does sound good and it’s part of your weekend forecast.  That’s right, warmer highs and light wind are less thanContinue Reading