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Austin Drops to 11th Largest City, Overtaken by Jacksonville's Population Surge
Austin, which last year celebrated its ascent to become the 10th largest city in the U.S., has been nudged out of the top 10 to occupy the 11th spot, according to new population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau. The Lone Star State's capital now trails behind Jacksonville, Florida, after the Floridian city experienced a population swell that boosted its numbers to 985,843, overtaking Austin's count of 979,882, as reported by KXAN.
Reports details issues with Duval County Jail, explains how relocation could help
A new Duval County jail could be built within the next few years. A new report found the issues with the sheriff’s office’s current facilities and provided suggestions moving forward.
Three decades after her husband was killed, this Jacksonville woman is still looking for answers
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Three decades after a man was killed, his wife is still searching for answers. Erskine Gillespie was robbed and killed at a now-closed business on New Kings Road. Gillespie served in the military. “I try to think of the good times,” Yvonne Giffen said. Her...
9-year-old Jacksonville girl found safe after Florida Missing Child Alert issued
A missing 9-year-old Jacksonville girl and her mother have been found safe after the Florida Department of Law Enforcement issued a Florida Missing Child Alert on Thursday morning.
First Coast Gems: The oldest farmers market in Florida is located right here in Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – While searching for First Coast Gems in our area, we came across Florida’s oldest and largest privately-owned farmers market!. The Jacksonville Farmers Market, located approximately one mile west of historic Downtown Jacksonville, is over 85 years old. Established in 1938, this market is open daily and features 100 produce stalls from local small businesses around town. It’s visited by over one million visitors every year!
Jacksonville woman says homeowners insurance won't cover full cost of repairs after car crashes into house
A Jacksonville family with a homeowners insurance problem contacted the Ask Anthony team for help. In March, a car crashed into Queen Alexander's home off of Lem Turner Road. A claim was filed with her homeowners insurance and she received a check in the mail. But, Alexander said the amount she received won't cover all the damage and repairs.
JSO pursuit on I-95 ends in fiery crash near Forrest Street
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office cruiser and another car caught fire Wednesday after a brief pursuit on Interstate 95 near the Forrest Street exit in Riverside. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the fire spread quickly from the suspect’s car to the police cruiser after the...
$6,000 reward offered for information leading to killer of Jacksonville father of two
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — It has been a year since 33-year-old Kevin Jackson Jr., a Jacksonville father of two, disappeared. While his remains were found, Jackson's family said they don't have closure yet. Veronica Jackson, Jackson's mother, said she believes someone has the answers to what happened to her son.
After the arrests of 2 DCPS police officers, questions raised about student safety, hiring process
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – This month, two Duval County School Police officers were arrested and a school security guard is in the process of being terminated for allegedly making inappropriate comments. The arrests did not involve students, but the incidents have raised questions about student safety, especially as the district...
DEA agent stole 1,000 pounds of marijuana from evidence, pocketing $420k from theft and drug sales
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The second of two task force officers with the Drug Enforcement Administration who were arrested by the FBI has pleaded guilty on drug-related and fraud charges, United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announced Wednesday. James Darrell Hickox, 38, from Jacksonville, was employed by the Nassau County...
Detective: Shanna Gardner's text messages with friend referenced 'making someone disappear'
During the hearing, prosecutors called the lead investigator on the case, Detective Christopher Johns with the Jacksonville Beach Police Department, to the stand.
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