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As Florida’s new legislative session begins Tuesday, one bill up for debate aims to tax electric vehicle owners. Florida is one of the fastest-growing states for electric vehicle owners. But some are questioning whether the proposal is trying to address the infrastructure issue or if it is politically motivated. BillContinue Reading

Severe weather anticipated Tuesday, including the potential for heavy downpours, tornadoes and small hail, led government and other offices around the area to announce closures for the day. RELATED: School Closures: Counties canceling classes Tuesday due to severe weather Here’s the current list by county: Duval County All city ofContinue Reading

With severe thunderstorms expected throughout north and central Florida on Tuesday the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission urged vessel owners to prepare to minimize weather impacts. The storms will bring 25-35 mph sustained winds and frequent gusts of 45-55 mph. The FWC offered advice for owners. RELATED: Preparing forContinue Reading

If you didn’t prepare to lose power, but you have, here are some tips from Consumer Reports to help keep you and your family safe. Before your phone dies, write important information down on paper like emergency numbers.To conserve your phone’s battery power, close any apps running in the backgroundContinue Reading

Isolated strong-to-severe storms will bring the threat of heavy downpours, tornadoes and small hail Tuesday with the worst of the weather expected between noon and 7 p.m. Local officials are preparing for potential power outages, downed trees and localized flooding from the storms. Winds are expected to hit speeds similarContinue Reading

A quick-moving cold front and squall line will push through the area Tuesday afternoon, giving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia an enhanced threat for severe weather. The isolated strong-to-severe storms will bring the threat of heavy downpours, tornadoes and small hail with the worst of the weather expected between noonContinue Reading

A quick moving cold front and squall line will push through the area this afternoon with the worst of the weather expected between noon and 6 p.m. Damaging wind, Tornadoes and hail will be possible. Morning lows in the 50s. Afternoon highs in the 70s. Wind SW 20-25 mph withContinue Reading

The peak of a major storm system will be moving through Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida this afternoon, impacting our area with sustained winds similar to tropical storm conditions. Sustained winds of 20-35 mph with 40-50 mph gusts are expected and straight-line winds could be even faster. The peak ofContinue Reading

Parents raised concerns in the Duval County School Board meeting on Monday over books that some feel are too explicit for children to read. The group Public School Defenders (PSD) also hosted a rally before the meeting to advocate against book bans. “Please remove any books in school and onlineContinue Reading