New bill gives Jacksonville Sheriff a voice in lawsuit settlements, but not the final say
The city council president would act as the tiebreaker if the sheriff disagrees with the risk management officer’s decision. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Tuesday night, Jacksonville city council passed a bill giving…
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Sheriff: Nocatee builder who left reality star’s home unfinished has other victims
Captain Sandy, reality TV star of “Below Deck Mediterranean,” is fighting back with her Nocatee neighbors against a builder for leaving their homes unfinished PONTE VEDRA, Fla. — Captain Sandy…
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Jacksonville City Council gives sheriff legal settlement power
The legislation makes Jacksonville the only municipality in the nation to require constitutional officers’ approval in liability settlements, the city’s CFO said. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Sheriff T.K. Waters will now…
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Faith in Sheriff and JSO remains after officer arrested.
Christopher Barr resigned as an officer with JSO after being arrested for sending confidential information to suspects being investigated by other agencies. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — How much has community confidence…
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Florida city council debates proposal to give sheriff new power
The ordinance proposal would not allow a settlement in a lawsuit to take place without the sheriff’s approval. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — An intense debate took place at Jacksonville City Hall…
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Jax City Council to discuss bill to give sheriff, elected officials power to veto lawsuits involving their offices
JACKSONVILLE, Fl. – On Monday at 2 p.m., Jacksonville’s City Council Rules Committee will discuss a bill that would require approval from the sheriff for future settlements in police shooting…
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Sheriff releases hate-filled manifesto from Dollar General shooter
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Investigators have released the bigoted, hate-filled, ranting manifesto left by a 21-year-old gunman who killed three Black people in a racially motivated attack at a Northwest Jacksonville…
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3rd Republican challenges St. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick for reelection
ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. – A third Republican candidate has put in his bid to challenge St. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick, who is running for reelection for his second…
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St. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick up for reelection
ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — St. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick announced he is filing for a second term. Hardwick was elected in 2020, defeating former St. Johns County Sheriff’s…
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St. Johns County Sheriff Hardwick files for reelection; 2 other Republicans in the running
ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. – St. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick on Tuesday officially filed for re-election as St. Johns County Sheriff. Two other Republicans — Lance Damron and Nathan…
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