The City of Jacksonville on Thursday launched the SHIP Single-Family Development Program to build 10 affordable single-family homes and pair eligible buyers with downpayment assistance, officials said.

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan criticizes a new City Council investigative committee targeting JEA, calling it politically charged. Council President Kevin Carrico says the panel will subpoena witnesses and review disputed fees, workplace allegations.

With Jacksonville one step away from extending alcohol sales to 3 a.m. in the Downtown Entertainment District, some people are expressing safety concerns. The measure, which passed the City Council with a 17–1 vote on Tuesday, is now on Mayor Donna Deegan’s desk awaiting her signature.

The Florida attorney general is challenging state attorney Melissa Nelson’s decision not to pursue criminal charges after finding that city of Jacksonville security logbooks kept records of privately-owned firearms and the people who carried them into two city buildings.

Mayor Donna Deegan will recognize nine of the city’s top young readers on Monday, at Southeast Regional Library as part of the River City Readers initiative.

The executive committee of JEA’s Board of Directors made an unusual -- but expected -- move on Monday, opting to forego the traditional succession of leadership as controversies swirl around the city-owned utility.

All eyes will be on JEA as one of its board committees gets ready for a key meeting on Monday, where the city-owned utility’s board chooses its leaders for the next year.

Locally, leaders such as Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan, Florida Senator Rick Scott, Congressman John Rutherford, and Georgia Representative Buddy Carter released statements on the U.S. joining Israel in attacking Iran.

The University of North Florida’s new esports and innovation arena, The Flight Deck, is now open for students, marking a major step in the school’s plan to expand technology learning and strengthen the region’s future workforce.

With Jacksonville one step away from extending alcohol sales to 3 a.m. in the Downtown Entertainment District, safety concerns are mounting. The measure, which passed 17–1, is now on Mayor Donna Deegan’s desk awaiting her signature.

Signaling one of the most significant policy shifts for downtown in years, the Jacksonville City Council overwhelmingly approved a plan Tuesday to push last call to 3 a.m. in key entertainment zones and formally fold the Brooklyn corridor into the city’s nightlife footprint.

During a board meeting Tuesday amid rising tensions over leadership, JEA Vice Chair Ricardo “Rick” Morales III admitted that he privately asked CEO Vickie Cavey to resign after he said employees voiced concerns to him about a “toxic” workplace culture at the city-owned utility.

Former Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry pushed back Monday, just days after a news conference in which Mayor Donna Deegan and JEA officials addressed allegations about the utility’s culture and leadership.

Jacksonville city officials recently submitted documents to the Florida attorney general’s office following a criminal subpoena related to immigration enforcement.

A “big favor” text about a JEA board appointment sparked scrutiny, a nominee’s withdrawal and new leadership allegations. Mayor Deegan and JEA leaders defended the CEO, urging transparency.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday announced that he sent a “criminal subpoena” to the administration of Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan, questioning the city’s immigration enforcement.

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan met with Westside residents for the second town hall in her ongoing series to hear directly from the community about their concerns. The meeting at Westside High School focused on pressing issues such as trash, homelessness, affordability, and the need for more family-friendly activities.

Since an incident Saturday involving a weapon being discharged outside the Avenues Mall, Jacksonville City Councilmember Raul Arias, who represents the district where the mall is located, told News4JAX that he wants the city and JSO to work with parents to curb the issues that led to the bedlam.

Mayor Donna Deegan, Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department Chief Percy Golden II, and other officials will hold a press conference to address the elevated wildfire risk on Friday.

The Jacksonville City Council approved two ordinances Tuesday night that will provide funds for firefighting equipment and neighborhood improvements while establishing oversight for a Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) Board for the Eastside neighborhood.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday announced that he sent a “criminal subpoena” to the administration of Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan, questioning the city’s immigration enforcement.

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan addressed recent controversies during her appearance on This Week In Jacksonville, including criticism over a hologram display at Jacksonville International Airport and tensions with Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier regarding a gun registry probe at City Hall.

A controversial hologram that stood at the Jacksonville International Airport for months has been removed after the agreement between the city and the airport expired on Sunday, according to Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan.

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan is beginning a new round of town hall meetings aimed at addressing some of the most pressing issues facing residents, including housing affordability, access to health care and long-standing infrastructure concerns.

Runners at the 19th annual Donna Marathon faced chilly conditions Saturday morning as they set out for the 5K and ultra marathon to raise money for breast cancer research.

The 19th Annual DONNA Marathon, a longtime weekend tradition in the Jacksonville area, kicks off Friday.

Nine months after announcing that he was looking to sell his beloved Intuition Ale Works brewery, owner and founder Ben Davis shared an updated post on Facebook, saying “the right buyer never came” and the eatery will be closing in April after more than 15 years in Jacksonville.

The City of Jacksonville said one of its employees has been placed on administrative leave after she posted a video on Wednesday talking about recent reports of increased presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents across the area.

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan is bringing back her town hall series to hear from the community about issues that shape the city.

The city of Jacksonville will launch its “State of Food” initiative on Tuesday.

Protestors organized on Friday outside Jacksonville’s City Hall downtown to condemn recent operations by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and demanded that a city employee who was placed on leave following a controversial video be reinstated.

Jacksonville will officially kick off Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend on Friday with a long-standing tradition that brings the community together—the Dr. MLK Jr. Breakfast.

The City of Jacksonville said one of its employees has been placed on administrative leave after she posted a video on Wednesday talking about recent reports of increased presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents across the area.

The City of Jacksonville said one of its employees has been placed on administrative leave after she posted a video on Wednesday talking about recent reports of increased presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents across the area.

Mayor Donna Deegan honored her friendly bet with the Buffalo mayor by sending a truck-load of Mayport shrimp and a monetary donation to a local food bank.

Mayor Donna Deegan made a friendly wager with the Buffalo mayor ahead of the Jacksonville Jaguars’ playoff game against the Bills.

An anti-trafficking sign in EverBank Stadium changed the life of a young mother and her child a few months ago. That sign was made possible because of a coordinated effort in Northeast Florida to combat human trafficking.

An investigation into a registry of people legally carrying firearms into Jacksonville’s City Hall and the Yates Building has found no evidence of criminal intent, the state attorney’s office said.

The Raines High School Vikings are still riding the high of their 3A state championship win, which capped a perfect season that the team dubbed its “Revenge Tour.”

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan and other local leaders will celebrate and honor the Raines High School community on Thursday after the Vikings football team’s state championship win.

The Prime Osborn Convention Center was filled with excitement Saturday morning as thousands of children poured in for the 26th Children’s Christmas Party of Jacksonville.

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) held its annual Fallen Firefighter Memorial Ceremony on Thursday morning to honor 28 firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

The city of Jacksonville has launched its 2025 Get Covered Jax! campaign, which is designed to help Jacksonville residents without health insurance get covered.

The City of Jacksonville’s Office of Sports & Entertainment, working with Naval Station Mayport and the City of Jacksonville Beach, announced the Jacksonville Sea & Sky Air Show will return Oct. 23-24, 2027, and will include a planned appearance by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels.

Ability Housing and partners on Tuesday opened the Village at Cedar Hills, a Jacksonville affordable housing community where 90 families will move in just in time for the holidays.

The City of Jacksonville held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday morning to celebrate the official opening of the new Riverfront Plaza Park.

Jacksonville's NFL stadium renovation faces $100 million in cost overruns, but officials say taxpayers won't pay more as the Jaguars will cover extra expenses. Construction remains on schedule for 2028.

On Saturday, Jacksonville will host its inaugural “Holiday River Fest” event, which is set to include the iconic Light Boat Parade, a fireworks display, and a variety of family-friendly activities. The event is free and will stretch across the north and south banks of downtown Jacksonville.

A Jacksonville city council member is facing criticism from a colleague after publicly alleging potential misuse of taxpayer funds in the city’s telehealth contracts — without providing evidence of illegal activity.

It’s Jacksonville vs. Tallahassee, and it all plays out when the Florida Legislature convenes in January. Jacksonville’s central 2026 challenge is defending fiscal autonomy and local governance against a state administration pushing top-down fiscal reforms and broader preemption.

Nearly a week after Downtown Vision, Inc., released its 2025 State of Downtown comprehensive report, the Special Committee on the Future of Downtown held a meeting Monday to get an update from the Downtown Investment Authority.

City officials will meet Monday afternoon to review Mayor Donna Deegan’s budget.

Mayor Donna Deegan emphasized the success of Jacksonville’s telemedicine program, Health Link Jax, which connects uninsured residents to doctors and reduces costly emergency room visits.

Jacksonville City Councilmember Rory Diamond wants to strip about $247 million from funding that was promised to the Jacksonville Transportation Authority for phases two and three of the Ultimate Urban Circulator project.

Riverfront Plaza in Jacksonville, replacing the historic Jacksonville Landing, is set to open, revitalizing the downtown area with green spaces and versatile community amenities.

The Law Firm of Pajcic & Pajcic pledges a major gift to Riverside Arts Market to support SNAP recipients and combat food insecurity during the federal shutdown, with details announced Thursday.

The City of Jacksonville and other community partners launched the Duval Care Coalition in response to the government shutdown and SNAP benefit delays.

Since 2004, Jacksonville has always had only one cruise line sailing from JaxPort: Carnival. That changed Friday with the arrival of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship.

Mayor Donna Deegan will join the Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation and the city’s Military Affairs & Veterans Department to highlight events for the 2025 Celebration of Valor and announce the Jaguars community grants for organizations serving active-duty military and veterans.

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan described her recent trip to London as a focused effort to strengthen business relationships and attract investment to Northeast Florida.

The City of Jacksonville is looking to join the fight against hunger by supporting the “Peanut Butter Challenge,” and is asking residents to spread the word.

Jacksonville city leaders are rolling out a new tool designed to give residents a clearer picture of the city’s ongoing efforts to address the affordable housing crisis.

The City of Jacksonville debuted a music video featuring Mayor Donna Deegan, a local rapper and students for the “Keep Jax Cute, Don’t Pollute” anti-littering campaign.

The Sea and Sky Air Show will return to Jacksonville Beach on Saturday, but the U.S. Navy Blue Angels still haven’t announced whether they are performing at the event.

The chief executive officer of a local nonprofit that says it is dedicated to investing millions annually in Duval County’s youth programs and services was fired on Wednesday.

The City of Jacksonville introduced its latest affordable housing transparency dashboard on Tuesday.

After a thrilling win, Mayor Donna Deegan will honor the Jumbo Shrimp for their extraordinary achievements — on and off the field — during the 2025 season.

The Jacksonville City Council’s Special Committee on Duval DOGE held a meeting on Tuesday at 11 a.m., continuing its review of various city departments.

The City of Jacksonville, the Jacksonville Housing Authority and First Coast Construction, will break ground on five new affordable homes in the Durkeeville neighborhood on Friday.

City leaders say Monday night is about more than what happens on the field. It’s a chance to reshape how the rest of the country sees Jacksonville — and highlight the growth already happening here.

Before the Jacksonville Jaguars take on the Kansas City Chiefs at EverBank Stadium, there are a few updates fans should know about ahead of the game.

As fans pour into EverBank Stadium for Monday night’s primetime matchup between the Jaguars and the Kansas City Chiefs, they will be greeted by a new sight: The first completed piece of Jacksonville’s massive “Stadium of the Future” renovation project.

The city of Jacksonville and Mayor Donna Deegan announced improvements and additions to the McCoy Creek Outfall on Thursday.

Jacksonville’s Chief Administrative Officer Karen Bowling is stepping down from her role, effective Oct. 24, the Mayor’s Office announced Friday.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will visit Jacksonville International Airport Wednesday.

The City of Jacksonville approved a $2 billion budget early Wednesday that includes just under $1 million for affordable housing, a fraction of what some council members had sought.

Two Jacksonville organizations are banding together to ensure Eastside residents receive the promised Community Benefits Agreement dollars from the $1.4 billion stadium deal.

City leaders held a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday morning to launch the construction of the Hogan Street Link, the second Emerald Trail segment to be completed.

Jacksonville’s $2 billion budget passed after nearly 14 hours of debate and a last-minute vote change from Councilman Will Lahnen. The meeting included heated discussion over a controversial bath of amendments and a narrow vote to cut property taxes. Here’s how it all unfolded

Shortly after the Jacksonville City Council passed the $2 billion city budget early Wednesday, Mayor Donna Deegan thanked community members for voicing their concerns and councilmembers for coming together to reach a decision.

After nearly 14 hours of intense debate, the Jacksonville City Council officially passed a $2 billion city budget, in what’s being called one of the most contentious budget battles in recent memory.

Jacksonville Today reader Tracie E. was under the impression that Mayor Donna Deegan had increased funding to maintain roadways. “But, here we are two years later, and the trash on the highways, and especially the Buckman Bridge, is ridiculous,” Tracie writes.

The Jacksonville City Council is set to vote Tuesday on a $2 billion budget that could shape the city’s future for years. The proposal includes a property tax cut and reductions in funding for several core social services, and it’s sparking one of the most contentious political battles City Hall has seen in years.

The Jacksonville City Council is set to vote Tuesday on a $2 billion budget that could shape the city’s future for years. The proposal includes a property tax cut and reductions in funding for several core social services, and it’s sparking one of the most contentious political battles City Hall has seen in years.

Ahead of Jacksonville’s city council’s vote on a nearly $2 billion budget, Jacksonville community leaders gathered Sunday to ensure residents were prepared for the process.

With the City Council budget vote approaching, local nonprofits face significant funding cuts that threaten their ability to serve the community. Dawn Lockhart, CEO of the Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida, explained the financial struggles these organizations are experiencing.

As Jacksonville’s City Council prepares to vote on the budget on September 23, Mayor Donna Deegan is responding to claims from Florida’s chief financial officer, Blaise Ingoglia, who alleges $200 million in unnecessary budget increases and says the city is “over taxing and overspending.”

Florida’s Chief Financial Officer visited Jacksonville on Wednesday and made a big claim, saying the city has overtaxed its residents by more than $200 million over the past five years.

Florida’s decision to end school vaccine mandates has sparked debate between health officials and state leaders over public safety and parental rights.

Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico has called for the removal of a city-appointed board member who posted what he calls “hateful rhetoric” regarding the death of Charlie Kirk.

Four Jacksonville city councilmembers walked out of a city council meeting during budget amendment discussions Tuesday night, sparking drama and prompting the sergeant at arms to intervene.

The Jacksonville City Council ended the proposed millage rate debate on Tuesday night with a split vote.

The Jacksonville Association of Fire Fighters Local 122 and the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 5-30 released a joint statement opposing the proposed millage rate reduction.

The city of Jacksonville unveiled a “Safe Parks Wi-Fi Initiative” on Tuesday, which includes adding cameras connected to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office’s Real-Time Crime Center and the city’s parks department to 12 local parks.

Mayor Donna Deegan will host another series of town halls, beginning Tuesday night, as she seeks public feedback on her nearly $2 billion proposal for Jacksonville’s budget.

The city says the new system will streamline the civil plan review and permitting process, speeding up approvals for developers and contractors.

Sulzbacher, in partnership with the duPont Foundation and Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) will announce the launch of a 10-unit Tiny Homes pilot program adjacent to its men’s campus in downtown Jacksonville.

Mayor Donna Deegan will host town halls focused on Jacksonville’s budget.

It's been two years since the tragic shooting galvanized an entire community that is still trying to find healing in the midst of the pain.

On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized local governments that have proposed budget increases, saying that they should focus on core functions and cut property taxes.