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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Black national anthem ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’ honored in Jax
The iconic song, commonly known as the Black national anthem, was written and recited for the first time in Jacksonville. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A celebration to honor the anniversary of…
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Oceanway neighbors will get more opportunities to voice concerns after Chick-fil-A public hearing confusion
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Neighbors fighting to block a Chick-fil-A restaurant from being built across from First Coast High School will have four more chances to voice their concerns to city…
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Parents voice concerns over books at DCPS meeting as protestors advocate against the bans
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Parents raised concerns in the Duval County School Board meeting on Monday over books that some feel are too explicit for children to read. The group Public…
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Liquor store next to KIPP Voice Academy will be community center
Neighbors have been fighting the liquor store for nearly a year. It will now be turned into a community center. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — On Tuesday night, Jacksonville City Council voted…
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Residents expected to voice opposition to affordable housing complex at St. Johns County meeting
ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. – St. Johns County will hold a community meeting Wednesday to discuss a new affordable housing development along State Road 16. The meeting, which starts at…
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