Mayor Deegan Faces a Defining Decision Over Immigration Bill
Mayor Donna Deegan once warned from London that Trump-era immigration tactics resembled 'concentration camps'—now she must decide whether Jacksonville enforces a bill inspired by that very agenda.
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A Home Among the Pines: UNF’s New Housing Plans Rooted in Nature
From protected wetlands to planned apartments, UNF is navigating the future by aligning growth with its environmental legacy.
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Proposed Ban on Food Trucks at Gas Stations in Jacksonville
Flames, fumes, and food: Jacksonville City Councilman Joe Carlucci heads effort to outlaw this risky combo of food trucks at area gas stations.
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Captain Sandy Yawn Sets Course for Jacksonville’s Luxury Waterfront Revival
From reality TV fame to real-life revitalization, Captain Sandy Yawn is bringing her signature leadership and maritime expertise to Jacksonville’s waterfront.
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Does a DIA Board Member Need to Live in Duval? Carrie Bailey's Appointment Sparks Debate
Carrie Bailey’s appointment to the DIA board suggests a shift in how Jacksonville defines leadership in its Downtown revitalization efforts—prioritizing professional commitment over geographic lines
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Council Greenlights Up to $8M for Interline Building: But At What Cost to Jacksonville?
As LaVilla faces another wave of redevelopment, the Adams Building stands as one of its last original landmarks—steeped in vice, resilience, and history.
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Sam Corcos Exposes a $3.5 Billion IRS Tech Black Hole
It started as a side mission—but Corcos’s investigation into the IRS has revealed one of the most expensive tech failures in government history.
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Florida’s DEI Battle: Where Limited Government Meets a Divided Nation
Supporters and critics of Florida’s anti-DEI bills are divided not just by policy but by contrasting beliefs about what government should do—and what it shouldn’t.
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The Adams Building: From Brothel to Backbone of a Changing LaVilla
As LaVilla faces another wave of redevelopment, the Adams Building stands as one of its last original landmarks—steeped in vice, resilience, and history.
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Immigration, Budget, and Backlash in Jacksonville
Tensions are rising in Jacksonville as City Council Republicans advance a pair of aggressive initiatives—on immigration enforcement and fiscal austerity—that clash with the city’s Democratic mayor and raise questions about long-term governance.
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AGAIN, City of Jacksonville Resumes Foreclosure Lawsuit Against Laura Street Trio
The stalled redevelopment of the Laura Street Trio highlights years of developer noncompliance, mounting public costs, and growing concerns over safety and accountability in Jacksonville’s approach to downtown revitalization.(Learn More).

Krista Joseph In Position to Deliver Stronger St Johns County Tree Protection Regulations
As St. Johns County grapples with rapid growth and increasing development pressure, Commission Chair Krista Joseph is leading a renewed push to strengthen tree protection regulations and preserve the county’s natural landscape.
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Implications of Historic Building Collapse in Downtown Jacksonville
Jacksonville's Phoenix Arts District building collapse reveals a dangerous mix of dilapidated buildings, poor inspections, dubious state compliance, and questionable use of Downtown Investment Authority incentives
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Supporting the Mission of the Demolition by Neglect Task Force
The Demolition by Neglect Task Force, initiated by the Jacksonville Historic Preservation Commission, is a vital initiative aimed at safeguarding our city’s historic buildings from the devastating effects of often purposeful neglect to have buildings condemned to usher in new development.
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Former San Francisco 49s Owner DeBartolo Secures $41M in Permits for St. Johns Development
Touchdown in St. Johns County! Former San Francisco 49ers Owner Eddie DeBartolo's Company Scores $41.1 Million in Permits for a Huge MuraBella Apartment Project (Learn More).

Ron Salem and Joe Carlucci Fine Tune the UF-Related Land Swap Deal
Councilmembers Ron Salem and Joe Carlucci are advocating for a fiscally responsible approach to acquiring the Interline building, ensuring the city pays a fair price while considering all options for downtown development. (Learn More).