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ICYMI: Jacksonville saw one of the sharpest home-price drops in the nation, with the region’s median home price falling more than $16,000 year over year in October, the steepest decline among the country’s 40 largest metro areas.
Buyers demand affordability as Jacksonville sees the steepest home price decline of top 40 US markets
Jacksonville saw one of the sharpest home-price drops in the nation, with the region’s median home price falling more than $16,000 year over year in October, the steepest decline among the country’s 40 largest metro areas, according to new data from Homes.com.
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November 28, 2025 at 4:30 AM
On Saturday, the city wants its residents to participate in Small Business Saturday, by exploring businesses in the area and acquiring their services or enjoying a meal at a local dining establishment.
Here’s how you can support local businesses during Small Business Saturday in downtown Jacksonville
Downtown Jacksonville is currently experiencing a wave of development, but amid all of it, the city still wants to make sure it shines a spotlight on small businesses.
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November 28, 2025 at 4:00 AM
The high school football playoffs are in the third round. The winners from Friday night’s regional final games will earn a trip to the state semifinals next week. Here’s a glance at this week’s matchups.
All you need to know about Friday’s regional final football playoff games
The high school football playoffs are in the third round. The winners from Friday night’s regional final games will earn a trip to the state semifinals next week.
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November 28, 2025 at 3:30 AM
A deadly crash has forced UPS Airlines to ground a fleet of planes for inspections and possible repairs that could last through the peak delivery season.
UPS grounds fleet of planes indefinitely after deadly crash
UPS Airlines has grounded its MD-11 planes indefinitely for inspections and possible repairs after a deadly crash earlier this month.
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November 28, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Five people were taken to the hospital with minor injuries on Thursday after a dock collapsed in Vilano Beach, according to the St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
5 injured after dock collapses in Vilano Beach, St. Johns County Fire Rescue says
Five people were taken to the hospital with minor injuries on Thursday after a dock collapsed in Vilano Beach, according to the St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
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November 28, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Brock Harding made a go-ahead jumper in the key with 48 seconds left and then hit five free throws in the final 13 seconds for TCU, which rallied to stun No. 10 Florida 84-80 in the first game of the Rady Children’s Invitational on Thursday.
Harding hits go-ahead jumper with 48 seconds left as TCU beats No. 10 Florida 84-80
Brock Harding made a go-ahead jumper in the key with 48 seconds left and then hit five free throws in the final 13 seconds for TCU, which rallied to stun No. 10 Florida 84-80 in the first game of the Rady Children’s Invitational.
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November 28, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Whether it’s a good-paying job, a home, or even good health, we all have one reason or another to be thankful during Thanksgiving.

But for one Jacksonville man, he says he’s just thankful to be alive.
Jacksonville man who once had multiple heart blockages ‘grateful’ to be able to experience another Thanksgiving
Whether it’s a good-paying job, a home, or even good health, we all have one reason or another to be thankful during Thanksgiving. But for one Jacksonville man, he says he’s just thankful to be alive.
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November 28, 2025 at 1:00 AM
No one wants a weasel on their Thanksgiving table, but swapping turkeys for other animals was once surprisingly common.
How trading wild turkeys for other animals became a conservation success story
Swapping turkeys for other animals was once a key part of North America's wildlife conservation efforts.
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November 28, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Just In: President Donald Trump says West Virginia National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom has died from wounds in DC attack.
President Donald Trump says West Virginia National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom has died from wounds in DC attack
President Donald Trump says West Virginia National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom has died from wounds in DC attack.
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November 28, 2025 at 12:14 AM
ICYMI: A few Brunswick High School football players have taken to social media to apologize for their roles in last week’s brawl with Gainesville High School.
Brunswick High football players apologize after brawl as parents question harsh penalties
A few Brunswick High School football players have taken to social media to apologize for their roles in last week’s brawl with Gainesville High School.
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November 28, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Texas' Arch Manning started the season as a top Heisman Trophy contender. Texas A&M's Marcel Reed is finishing it as one.
QBs Arch Manning and Marcel Reed set for high-stakes showdown in Texas-Texas A&M rivalry game
Texas’ Arch Manning started the season as a top Heisman Trophy contender.
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November 27, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Acclaimed architect Robert A.M. Stern, a prominent figure in American architecture who designed notable museums, libraries and residences, died Thursday, according to a statement from the firm he founded. He was 86.
Robert A.M. Stern, noted American architect, dies at 86
Renowned architect Robert A.M. Stern, a prominent figure of American architecture from the 1980s through present day, has died.
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November 27, 2025 at 11:00 PM
As the Raines Vikings prepare for their Round 3 playoff showdown against Bishop Kenny, the undefeated team took a moment to reflect on what matters most during this Thanksgiving season.
Undefeated Raines Vikings share Thanksgiving tributes of family, faith and football as Round 3 approaches
Undefeated Raines football players share heartfelt gratitude for family, faith, and football as they prepare for their Round 3 playoff game against Bishop Kenny during Thanksgiving week.
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November 27, 2025 at 10:30 PM
ICYMI: Dozens of NE Florida families say they were blindsided by steep increases in their monthly mortgage payments, some jumping by $600 to more than $1,000, after buying new construction homes from D.R. Horton, one of the nation’s largest homebuilders.
They signed the papers to their dream homes. Then learned their taxes were triple what the builder told them
Dozens of Northeast Florida families say they were blindsided by steep increases in their monthly mortgage payments after buying new construction homes from D.R. Horton, one of the nation’s largest homebuilders.
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November 27, 2025 at 9:30 PM
LIVE: We will see decreasing clouds for the rest of Thanksgiving and it will be cool with temperatures in the 60s. It’s cooler thanks to the front that moved across our area.

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Cold Front Brings Below-Normal Temperatures and Sunshine
A FREEZE WARNING will go into effect for Wednesday morning for areas west of the St. Johns River. Make sure to take protective measures, especially if you have outdoor plants.
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November 27, 2025 at 8:21 PM
ICYMI: Once the feast is over, you’ll want to make sure those leftovers stay fresh and safe to eat. Consumer Reports has tested food storage options to help you make the most of every bite.
Consumer Reports shares the best food storage options to make the most of your Thanksgiving leftovers
If you’re hosting Thanksgiving this year, you already know how pricey that grocery bill will be! So, once the feast is over, you’ll want to make sure those leftovers stay fresh and safe to eat. Consumer Reports has tested food storage options to help you make the most of every bite.
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November 27, 2025 at 4:30 AM
It is the first major public agreement that the U.S. has struck with a Caribbean nation as it seeks friendly allies to support its attacks against alleged drug-smuggling boats in the region and beyond.
Dominican Republic grants US access to restricted areas for its deadly fight against drugs
The president of the Dominican Republic says he has authorized the U.S. government to operate inside restricted areas in the Caribbean country to help in its fight against drug trafficking.
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November 27, 2025 at 4:00 AM
ICYMI: Here’s a list of grocery stores open in case you need a last-minute contribution to the potluck tomorrow.

And if cranberry sauce and green bean casserole aren’t your thing, here’s also a list of restaurants that will be open.
Is it open on Thanksgiving? List of restaurants, stores with normal or reduced operations on Thursday
A list of grocery stores and restaurants open on Thanksgiving 2025
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November 27, 2025 at 3:30 AM
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it is searching for three missing children who were last seen on the city’s Westside near Lane Avenue South and Lenox Avenue.
Police searching for 3 missing children last seen in city’s Westside near Lane Avenue South, Lenox Avenue
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it is searching for three missing children who were last seen on the city’s Westside near Lane Avenue South and Lenox Avenue.
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November 27, 2025 at 3:02 AM
The ACC is hardly the only conference where order may descend into chaos. There are still four teams in the mix to make it to the Big Ten championship. The same goes for the Big 12 and the SEC.
The era of supersized conferences can lead to supersized chaos. Just ask the wide-open ACC
Three months after it kicked off, college football's regular season is heading to a frantic finish with little decided.
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November 27, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence will highlight Here Tomorrow as his chosen nonprofit for the NFL’s “My Cause My Cleats” initiative.

Lawrence will wear custom cleats featuring the organization on Sunday, when the Jaguars face the Titans in Nashville.
Trevor Lawrence using ‘My Cause My Cleats’ campaign to spotlight local suicide-prevention nonprofit Here Tomorrow
Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence will highlight Here Tomorrow as his chosen nonprofit for the NFL’s “My Cause My Cleats” initiative. Lawrence will wear custom cleats featuring the organization on Sunday, when the Jaguars face the Titans in Nashville.
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November 27, 2025 at 2:30 AM
A $100-per-person charge for foreigners entering popular national parks is stoking apprehension among some tourist-oriented businesses that it could discourage travelers, but supporters say the change will generate money for cash-strapped parks.
Higher fees for foreigners visiting US national parks stokes tourism concerns
A $100-per-person charge for foreigners entering Yellowstone, Grand Canyon and other popular national parks is stoking apprehension among some tourist-oriented businesses.
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November 27, 2025 at 2:00 AM
This will be Titans interim coach Mike McCoy’s first game in this rivalry. McCoy is 4-0 all-time against the Jaguars with the Chargers.
Jaguars aim to extend winning streak against struggling Titans
The Jacksonville Jaguars visit Tennessee for the first game between the AFC South rivals sitting in second place in the division.
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November 27, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said on Wednesday that the man involved in a Suwannee County crash that killed two children and a woman from Lake City was in the country illegally and had been deported before.
Florida AG: Man involved crash that killed Lake City woman, 2 kids was in country illegally, had been deported before
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said on Wednesday that the man involved in a Suwannee County crash that killed two children and a woman from Lake City was in the country illegally and had been deported before.
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November 27, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Upon arrival, crews found a two-vehicle crash completely blocking the roadway. Firefighters confirmed three patients at the scene, including one person trapped inside a vehicle.
3 people seriously hurt in crash on State Road 16 in St. Johns County
Firefighters responded to a crash with serious injuries near State Road 16 and S. Francis Road Tuesday evening.
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November 27, 2025 at 12:30 AM