9 Best Things to Do in Jacksonville May 2024
Jacksonville, Florida, is a vibrant and diverse city on the banks of the St. Johns River. With its warm climate, stunning beaches, and rich cultural heritage,
PolitiFact FL: Did Trump say states have the right to punish women over abortion, as Harris said?
On the same day Florida’s six-week abortion ban took effect, Vice President Kamala Harris visited Jacksonville to blast the law and blame one person: Florida resident and former President Donald Trump. Harris said the Florida ban prohibits abortions ...
From crowded to quiet: Inside a clinic as Florida bans abortions after 6 weeks
Agnes Lopez for The 19th JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Anna’s period was only three days late when she took a pregnancy test just over a week ago. When she saw the positive result, she knew she wanted an abortion. A hospitality worker in north Florida ...
Scratch-off ticket sold in Jacksonville a $1 million winner
A scratch-off lottery ticket bought in Jacksonville was worth $1 million, according to Illinois Lottery officials.
Florida issues emergency rules to combat Biden abortion ‘misinformation’
The rules establish guidance for lifesaving measures and clarify that certain procedures are not considered abortion and remain legal.
Florida’s swimming lesson vouchers law to help less fortunate families teach kids to swim
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The local representative who helped get Florida families get free swim lessons stopped by Swimming Safari Swim School in Jacksonville on Wednesday. State Sen. Travis Hutson created legislation that was signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis ...
Rabid cat on Jacksonville’s Westside triggers rabies alert until Aug. 1
The Florida Department of Health in Duval County (DOH-Duval) on Thursday issued a rabies alert for the Westside area of Duval County after a rabid cat was found in the area. The alert is in effect through Aug.
Underdog Law School Fills Legal Void in Booming Florida City (1)
The largest city by area in the continental US, Jacksonville, Fla., has four Fortune 500 companies, a massive courthouse serving as the legal center for the state’s sprawling First Coast, and a new cadre of talent called “The Green Lanterns” to fight for the city’s justice system.
Could Florida lawmakers take up abortion in a special session to undermine Amendment 4?
Just a day after Florida’s six-week ban took effect, the fight over abortion rights in Florida could be heating up yet again, with talks of a special session in the works.
Jacksonville’s Legal Landscape
Jacksonville, Florida, the largest city in the continental US, faces a growing need for legal professionals to meet the demands of its flourishing business environment and expansive legal system. Uncover exclusive insights and strategic approaches through the State of the Lateral Law Firm Legal Market 2024—an in-depth report delving into the intricate patterns and current
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis holds press conference with Chief Financial Officer
JACKSONVILLE – Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is holding a press conference in Jacksonville Thursday. He will be joined by Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis. The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.
Heatwave: Blistering, potentially record-breaking temperatures expected in Jacksonville next week
Prepare for potentially record-breaking temperatures next week! This impending heat wave marks the hottest temperatures we've seen so far this year, rivaling the sweltering summer heat we're all too familiar with.
Florida university leaders to school presidents: Don’t cancel, modify graduation ceremonies due to protests
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – At least 200 people were arrested overnight at UCLA, bringing the nationwide total of arrests to more than 2,000 at dozens of college campuses since police cleared an encampment at Columbia University in mid-April, according to a ...
'Trump did this': US VP rages over Florida abortion ban
"Across our nation, we witness a full-on assault, state by state, on reproductive freedom. And understand who's to blame: former president Donald Trump did this," Harris said in a Jacksonville, Florida speech.
Vice President Harris pins Florida’s six-week abortion ban on Trump during Jacksonville stop
Vice President Kamala Harris visited the Prime Osborn Convention Center in Jacksonville on Wednesday afternoon, criticizing the six-week abortion ban that went into effect Wednesday.
LIVE: DeSantis holds news conference in Jacksonville
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Governor Ron DeSantis is set to speak to the media in Jacksonville on Thursday. The Florida governor will be joined by Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis at VyStar Tower. You can watch the full news conference on the video player ...
Jacksonville hospitals fare well in Leapfrog ratings
Jacksonville was among the 25 metro areas with the highest ... Among the local hospitals to receive a top grade were: Also, five Northeast Florida hospitals earned B ratings. A release from Baptist Health pointed out that just 29% of hospitals reviewed ...
New state law inspired by Jacksonville case will make it easier to investigate funeral homes
In late January funeral director Elliot Graham was arrested on ten counts including grand theft, false insurance claims, and improper preservation of a human body.
DeSantis signs two bills in Jacksonville aimed at 'indoctrination' in schools, giving credit unions access to public money
House Bill 989 will stand up for Florida Credit Unions over big-name banks, DeSantis said. Allowing credit unions to host seven percent of the total funds held in the state treasury and seven percent of public deposits of any state university.
LIVE UPDATES: Maryland Bridge Collapse: 6 Workers Presumed Dead
The U.S. Coast Guard is suspending its rescue efforts following a horrific incident in Baltimore, Maryland. The Francis Scott Key Bridge plunged into the freezing waters of the Patapsco River after being hit by a container ship. Search operations will now shift focus to finding the missing six construction workers and providing closure to their families.