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Barry going west , front coming from the north

Daily weather update, 6/19/13
6:14 PM, Jun 19, 2013

JACKSONVILLE, FLA.--A weakening cool front is headed our way. This will continue to increase t-storms from the north as individual storms come at us from the west. Plan on some moderation in the afternoon heat as more of an onshore flow develops for the next several days.

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World Refugee Day swearing in ceremony

Local refugees were granted citizenship in a Naturalization Ceremony.
6:13 PM, Jun 19, 2013

In observance of World Refugee Day, 30 former refugees in the Jacksonville area will be sworn in as new American citizens. 

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Best Buy recalls batteries over fire risk

2:25 PM, Jun 19, 2013

Best Buy is recalling 5,100 replacement batteries for the MacBook Pro due to a fire risk.

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8 score astronaut spots out of 6,300 NASA applicants

Thirty-five years after selecting its first class of space shuttle astronauts in 1978 -- the Thirty-Five New Guys -- NASA on Monday introduced the four men and four women who make up the Astronaut Class of 2013.
2:28 PM, Jun 19, 2013

Thirty-five years after selecting its first class of space shuttle astronauts in 1978 - the "Thirty-Five New Guys" - NASA on Monday ...

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Colts cheerleaders shoot calendar... in Michigan?

The Indianapolis Colts dont typically get a whole lot of attention in West Michigan, but thats changing this week as 26 of the teams cheerleaders invade the lakeshore.
2:05 PM, Jun 19, 2013

The Indianapolis Colts don't typically get a whole lot of attention in West Michigan, but that's changing this week as 26 of the ...

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EverBank Field getting $63M improvements

When you see these plans come to life next fall, itll be impossible to stay home to watch the Jaguars, Khan said.
5:46 PM, Jun 19, 2013

The Jacksonville Jaguars announced Wednesday that it has agreed to terms with the City of Jacksonville on $63 million in improvements ...

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Country singer Slim Whitman, 90, dies overnight

A family member confirmed Whitman passed away peacefully surrounded by family overnight Wednesday at Orange Park Medical Center. He had heart and kidney failure.
6:11 PM, Jun 19, 2013

A famous Florida native and singer has died overnight.

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Obesity is a disease, doctors' group says

Graphic courtesy the Associated Press
2:32 PM, Jun 19, 2013

The American Medical Association officially designated obesity as a disease on Tuesday - a disease that requires medical treatment ...

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A family member confirmed Whitman passed away peacefully surrounded by family overnight Wednesday at Orange Park Medical Center. He had heart and kidney failure.

Country singer Slim Whitman, 90, dies overnight

A famous Florida native and singer has died overnight.

5:11 PM, Jun 19, 2013
Injured Vet gets body armor back.

Wounded warrior gets back a piece of armor that saved his life

A local veteran has something very special to add to the mantle in his home.  A piece of body armor that saved his life during an IED attack in Iraq in 2007, day he calls his "Alive Day".

5:50 PM, Jun 12, 2013
Homicide detectives with the Jacksonville Sheriffs Office responded to University of Florida Health Science Center Jacksonville early Wednesday morning.

JSO homicide responds to undetermined death at UF Health

Homicide detectives with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office responded to University of Florida Health Science Center Jacksonville early Wednesday morning.

11:49 AM, Jun 19, 2013

Former Jacksonville pastor sentenced for child molestation

A former pastor at Christ's Church on Greenland Road pleaded guilty to three counts of lewd and lascivious molestation on a victim older than 12 but younger than 16.

10:42 AM, Jun 19, 2013

Pills, pot and cash found during Camden County traffic stop

A traffic stop on Interstate 95 led to the recovery of pills, marijuana and cash.

6:21 AM, Jun 19, 2013
JTA is moving forward with a $20 million Skyway expansion.

Building Up and Out in $20M Skyway Expansion

Above the busy streets of Downtown Jacksonville, the Jacksonville Transportation Authority's Skyway is marketed as a convenient commute for downtown patrons. Now the transit system that is constantly under scrutiny is putting together a $20 million expansion.

11:21 PM, Jun 18, 2013
When you see these plans come to life next fall, itll be impossible to stay home to watch the Jaguars, Khan said.

EverBank Field getting $63M improvements

The Jacksonville Jaguars announced Wednesday that it has agreed to terms with the City of Jacksonville on $63 million in improvements for the stadium.

5:46 PM, Jun 19, 2013
Daily weather update, 6/19/13

Jacksonville, Florida weather forecast

JACKSONVILLE, FLA.-- As Barry forms in the Gulf and continues heading west,t-storms are building over the area as a cool front to our north sags our way.

2:20 PM, Jun 19, 2013
Courtesy Amanda Lillie A baby models one of Amanda Lillies crocheted creations.

Cabbage Patch Kids wigs for babies go viral

A Georgia mom-to-be has a viral hit on her hands thanks to her crocheting skills and a fondness for Cabbage Patch Kids - the dimpled dolls that sparked a craze in the 1980s.

8:30 AM, Jun 19, 2013
Marcus Lewis, 22. Photo by the Volusia County Sheriffs Office.

Escaped inmate being looked for by Volusia County Sheriff's Office

A prison inmate who did not return to the work release program in Daytona Beach, Florida, Saturday, is being looked for by the Volusia County Sheriff's Office, according to a VCSO press release.

7:16 AM, Jun 19, 2013

Jacksonville man shot in Brentwood north of downtown, JSO investigating

A man was shot in the arm in Brentwood, north of Downtown Jacksonville, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.

10:49 AM, Jun 19, 2013

Police find crack, pills and more serving warrant

A Crescent City man was busted with drugs when deputies showed up to serve him a warrant on other charges.

10:21 AM, Jun 19, 2013
Contestant Danielle Bradbery attends NBCs The Voice Season 4 Red Carpet Event at the House of Blues Sunset Strip on May 8, 2013 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images)

NBC's 'The Voice' crowns a Season 4 winner

Danielle Bradbery is The Voice.

10:25 PM, Jun 18, 2013
Aaron Hernandez #81 of the New England Patriots practices before a game against the Arizona Cardinals at Gillette Stadium on September 16, 2012 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)

Aaron Hernandez questioned, home searched in possible homicide probe

New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez had his home searched and he is being questioned by police in connection with a possible homicide in North Attleboro, Mass., according to reports by SI.com, ABC News and a local newspaper.

9:19 PM, Jun 18, 2013
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California couple says "I do" to a bacon-themed wedding

What says a lifetime of marital bliss?

7:13 AM, Jun 19, 2013

Florida Offers Tool to Find Best Homeowners' Insurance Rates

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- Florida consumers have a new tool to help them shop for the best property insurance rates.

4:58 PM, Aug 8, 2011

Victim identified in fatal wrong way crash on I-295

An early morning crash involving a bus and a 2001 Honda Civic shut down Interstate 295 northbound just past Pritchard Road Tuesday morning.

1:19 PM, Jun 18, 2013
Cindy Laquidara

Jacksonville City Council turns up heat on General Counsel Cindy Laquidara

City council members are turning up the heat, questioning how the city's chief attorney, Cindy Laquidara, is handling her job.

3:35 PM, Jun 18, 2013
Roger Weeder speaks with a mother who says her teenage son was a victim of an Arlington mother charged with encouraging minors to engage in sexual activity describes the home as a party house.

'Party house' lands Jacksonville mom in jail with sex and alcohol charges

A mom who says her teenage son was a victim of an Arlington mother charged with encouraging minors to engage in sexual activity describes the home as a "party house."

10:09 PM, Jun 7, 2013

Date ends with man naked, bloodied and robbed

A man who believed he was going on a first date ended up being robbed and left naked in a cow pasture Friday night. 

2:54 PM, Jun 17, 2013
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