Public Schools Defenders demand end to book bans in Florida
Groups like Public School Defenders Duval, Rebel Readers, 904WARD, Equality Florida and Moms Rising will make their voices heard outside district headquarters. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Several Jacksonville groups are rallying…
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When is the public hearing about the Laura Street Trio?
A councilman withdrew his request for an emergency vote on the bill after his colleagues expressed hesitancy regarding the specifics of the plan. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The future of three…
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Duval County Public Schools’ enrollment season begins Monday
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Duval County Public Schools will host two “School Showcase Saturdays” as parents begin enrolling students in kindergarten, magnet, VPK and other programs. Enrollment season for the district…
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FBI issues warning for holiday social gatherings, encourages public to report suspicious activity
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The FBI issued a national warning that holiday parties, Christmas parades and large public gatherings could be the target of violence or even terrorism. Former FBI Agent…
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Jacksonville mother waits for answers after JHA application for public housing accepted 8 months ago
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – As the Jacksonville Housing Authority (JHA) is being investigated by the city, more community members are coming forward with concerns about the long wait for help. Right…
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Recess, student testing requirements may look different if public school ‘deregulation’ bills are approved
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A slate of bills aimed at reducing regulations on public schools began moving forward Wednesday, as a key Florida Senate panel signed off on changes such as…
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Florida Theatre ready to usher public back after $8M upgrade
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The house lights will come back up Saturday at The Florida Theatre, as it ushers the public back in following a three-month shutdown for an $8 million…
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Ex-St. Johns County fire chief who says he was forced to resign speaks out at commission meeting, gets public support
ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. – The former St. Johns County Fire Chief who said he was forced to resign from his position this month is fighting to get reinstated as…
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Local organization is taking action to combat bullying in Duval County’s public schools
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and one non-profit organization is taking steps to prevent bullying in schools across Duval County. City Year Jacksonville provides mentors to…
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Florida election officials want to shield poll workers from harassment, make them exempt from public records requests
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – In a little more than five months, voters will be heading to the polls for the presidential primary in Florida. The controversy surrounding the past presidential election…
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