Jacksonville University aiming to fix statewide attorney shortage
Research shows Florida is one of the lowest paying states in the country for public defenders, making it harder to provide a lawyer for those who can’t afford one. JACKSONVILLE,…
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University of Florida fires all staff in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion positions
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – An administrative University of Florida memo went out to staff this week, with the subject line, “Compliance with Board of Governor’s Regulation 9.016 on Prohibited Expenditures.” This…
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Bishop Kenny knocks Ribault out University Christian
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Sixteen high school girls’ basketball teams vied to progress to the Elite 8. In a notable matchup at Bishop Kenny, the Lady Crusaders hosted the Ribault Pressing…
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Jacksonville University student runs Tuscan Rose Vineyards
As prices for college degrees increase, research says the number of students using their degree is decreasing, thus inspiring a JU student to create a job herself. CALLAHAN, Fla. —…
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Florida university board votes in support of bill that prohibits colleges from spending federal funding on DEI programs
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Students at the University of North Florida (UNF) rallied on campus Wednesday to show support for the university’s LGBTQ+ Center. The center was one of many resources…
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The house where four University of Idaho students were killed is demolished
MOSCOW, Idaho – The house where four University of Idaho students were killed last year is being demolished Thursday, marking an emotional step for the victims’ families and a close-knit community that…
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Pro basketball team Jacksonville 95ers announce new home, partnership with Jacksonville University
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville’s newest professional basketball team, the Jacksonville 95ers, announced its new home and partnership with Jacksonville University. Kevin Waters, owner of the Jacksonville 95ers, talked about his…
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Man arrested following antisemitic vandalism incidents at University of Florida religious centers, police say
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – A man was arrested Thursday after several antisemitic vandalism incidents at religious centers, including the Lubavitch Chabad Jewish Center at the University of Florida, according to the…
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Why is there traffic on I-95 in Jacksonville near University Blvd
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Update: All I-95 lanes have reopened at University Boulevard in Jacksonville as of 8:39 a.m. after a crash with injuries caused two northbound lanes to close Thursday….
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Friend asks community’s help for man who lost everything in University Park fire
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A man who lost his home in an apartment fire at University Park on Tuesday night is not sure what his next move will be, but he…
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