First Black officer to be appointed police chief in Jacksonville dies following life of service
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Charles Scriven, the first Black officer in Jacksonville to advance to the level of chief, died on Christmas Day, his family said. The Jacksonville Brotherhood of Police…
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Church holds Christmas service in courtyard day after fire
After fire ripped through Greater Grant Memorial AME Church on Saturday, the community rebounded with Christmas services in their courtyard. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A community is picking up the pieces…
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Secret Service launches campaign, warns people about Bitcoin ATM scams
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The U.S. Secret Service is launching a campaign in Florida to warn people about bitcoin ATMs. State law enforcement and federal agents teamed up to put up…
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Baker County leaders discuss limited cell service
The Baker County Emergency Management Director says lack of cell service in rural areas can pose a challenge for residents and first responders. BAKER COUNTY, Fla. — The Baker County…
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Poor cell service in Baker County during deadly trailer fire
The Keith family frantically tried to dial 911 while a camper on their neighbor’s property was engulfed in flames. BAKER COUNTY, Fla. — A camper was engulfed in flames in…
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DCPS votes to switch school bus service to tackle driver shortages, delays
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Duval County School Board voted Tuesday to end its contract with Student Transportation Services of America (STA). The school board approved a 5-year contract with Durham…
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JTA expands St. Johns River Ferry’s service hours, reports ridership increase
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) will expand the St. Johns River Ferry’s service hours beginning Nov. 1. The St. Johns River Ferry, which transports guests between Mayport…
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Angela Carr, victim of racist New Town attack, remembered at service
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Honoring the life of Angela Carr. On Friday morning, family members gathered at The Bethel Church in downtown Jacksonville to celebrate her life. Carr, whom friends called…
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