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Petty drivers Almirola, Ambrose on front row for Charlotte

9:54 PM, May 24, 2012

Aric Almirola claimed his first pole in the Sprint Cup Series, while his teammate, Marcos Ambrose, qualified second to give Richard Petty Motorsports the front starting row for Sunday's Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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The Inside Line: Hot and bothered at Talladega

4:25 PM, May 7, 2012

Whenever the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series runs at Talladega Superspeedway, you can expect someone to speak his mind when all is said and done there. This time, it was Tony Stewart.

Logano Beats Busch at Finish of Nationwide Race

7:09 PM, May 5, 2012

TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) - Joey Logano nipped Kyle Busch at the finish line to win the Nationwide Series race at Talladega Superspeedway.

Gordon wins another pole at Talladega

4:03 PM, May 5, 2012

Jeff Gordon claimed the pole for the Aaron's 499 after posting the fastest lap in Saturday's qualifying at Talladega Superspeedway.

How hot will it get at Talladega?

2:06 PM, May 2, 2012

The pack is back at Talladega Superspeedway.

This Week in Auto Racing May 4 - 6

1:55 PM, May 2, 2012

Get ready for another wild weekend of racing, as the NASCAR Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series run at Talladega Superspeedway.

Petty makes crew chief change for Almirola's No. 43 team

1:22 PM, Apr 30, 2012

Richard Petty Motorsports revealed on Monday that Mike Ford will replace Greg Erwin as crew chief for Aric Almirola's No. 43 team in the Sprint Cup Series.

Will Richmond end the latest caution debate in NASCAR?

2:07 PM, Apr 26, 2012

After the last two Sprint Cup Series races have run at a record pace due to limited cautions, Saturday night's 400-lapper at Richmond International Raceway might be more action-packed than what we've been seeing lately.

This Week in Auto Racing April 27 - 29

1:34 PM, Apr 26, 2012

The NASCAR Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series will race under the lights at Richmond International Raceway, while the IZOD IndyCar Series will travel to South America to run on the streets of Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Johnson tops on Forbes' "Most Influential Athletes" list

5:06 PM, Apr 24, 2012

For the second year in a row, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver Jimmie Johnson topped Forbes' list of "America's Most Influential Athletes."

The Inside Line: Truex Jr. emerging as a Chase contender

4:33 PM, Apr 24, 2012

With a stellar start to the 2012 season, Martin Truex Jr. is on his way to becoming the first driver from Michael Waltrip Racing to make the field for the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship.

Hamlin holds off Truex for Kansas win

4:30 PM, Apr 22, 2012

Denny Hamlin claimed his second Sprint Cup Series win of the season by taking Sunday's STP 400 at Kansas Speedway.

Allmendinger edges Harvick for Kansas pole

2:30 PM, Apr 21, 2012

A.J. Allmendinger topped Kevin Harvick in Saturday's qualifying session at Kansas Speedway to take the pole for the STP 400.

Will Hendrick's 200th win come at Kansas?

2:04 PM, Apr 19, 2012

It's hard to believe, but 13 races have passed since Hendrick Motorsports' last win in the Sprint Cup Series.

This Week in Auto Racing April 20 - 22

12:28 PM, Apr 19, 2012

NASCAR heads to the heartland of America this weekend, with the Sprint Cup and Camping World Truck Series running at Kansas Speedway. Formula One will be in Sakhir, Bahrain for the Bahrain Grand Prix.

Stewart honored at The White House

11:37 PM, Apr 17, 2012

President Barack Obama welcomed reigning Sprint Cup Series champion Tony Stewart at The White House on Tuesday.

The Inside Line: Pastrana wants to stop talking and start driving

10:24 PM, Apr 17, 2012

Travis Pastrana has had the NASCAR spotlight on him for quite some time, even though he has yet to make his first start in a national touring series race.

Biffle outruns Johnson for Texas win

11:29 PM, Apr 14, 2012

Greg Biffle snapped a 49-race winless streak in the Sprint Cup Series by taking Saturday night's Samsung Mobile 500 at Texas Motor Speedway.

Truex Jr. edges Kenseth for Texas pole

8:50 PM, Apr 13, 2012

Martin Truex Jr. claimed the pole for the Samsung Mobile 500 after topping Matt Kenseth in Friday's qualifying session at Texas Motor Speedway.

Roush looking to continue dominance at Texas

11:46 AM, Apr 13, 2012

After taking its first weekend off during the season, the Sprint Cup Series returns to action on Saturday night at Texas Motor Speedway.

This Week in Auto Racing April 13 - 15

10:07 AM, Apr 13, 2012

The Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series will run under the lights at Texas Motor Speedway, while the Camping World Truck Series will race at Rockingham, NC for the first time. The IZOD IndyCar Series heads to Southern California, and Formula One travels to Shanghai for the Chinese Grand Prix.

Five newcomers added to NASCAR Hall of Fame nominees list

11:00 PM, Apr 11, 2012

NASCAR on Wednesday revealed five new members added to the roster of 25 nominees for the 2013 NASCAR Hall of Fame.

The Inside Line: Allmendinger closing in on first Cup win

1:19 PM, Apr 9, 2012

After finishing a career-best second in last week's race at Martinsville Speedway, A.J. Allmendinger is confident his first win in the Sprint Cup Series is right around the corner.

05/26/2012

Jacksonville, Florida Weather Forecast

Jacksonville, Florida- I'm meteorologist Mike Prangley. Subtropical storm Beryl is now approximately 370 miles east northeast of Jacksonville and is moving west southwest at 5 mph. Maximum sustained winds are 45 mph with higher gusts. The pressure is 1001 mb. This tropical storm is still expected to make landfall in our viewing area by later Sunday afternoon.

6:46 AM, May 26, 2012

Fire burning in St. Johns; no structures in danger

ST. JOHNS, Fla. -- A one-acre fire is burning in the Sutherland Forest subdivision, which is new and under construction, according to Andrew O'Quinn with St. Johns County Fire Rescue.

7:19 PM, May 25, 2012

Female juror flirts with John Edwards

Since the alternates were identified last Thursday, it has been impossible to ignore the dynamic between Edwards and one of the female alternates, an attractive young woman with jet-black hair, who seems to have been flirting with Edwards for days.

2:56 PM, May 25, 2012

Roosevelt Boulevard back open after fatal crash

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A traffic crash at the intersection of Roosevelt Boulevard and Plymouth Street has closed northbound lanes of Roosevelt.

9:42 AM, May 25, 2012
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'Trayvoning' trend has some outraged

MEMPHIS, TN -- "Trayvoning" is a new internet trend where people post pictures of themselves re-enacting the death of Florida teenager Trayvon Martin, with Skittles in one hand, iced tea in the other.

7:19 AM, May 25, 2012
Graduation is two weeks away at First Coast High School and a short-lived controversy ended with seniors now being allowed to wear graduation cords symbolizing their academic achievements and involvement.

Graduation cords back at First Coast High

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. --  Graduation is two weeks away at First Coast High School and a short lived controversy ended with seniors now being allowed to wear graduation cords symbolizing their academic achievements and involvement.

7:28 PM, May 25, 2012

Brush fires break out in Orlando, Alachua County

ORLANDO, Fla. -- Smoke from a wildfire has closed a section of Orlando's main highway in the city's tourist district. A section of Interstate 4 was closed in both directions today because of billowing smoke that cut down visibility on Orlando's main artery.

4:44 PM, May 25, 2012
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First Coast man battles rare bacterial infection

JACKSONVILLE, Fla -- A First Coast man remains in critical care as he fights a rare bacterial infection.

10:18 AM, May 25, 2012
First Coast News reporter Jeff Marcu talks to Councilman Matt Schellenberg about the new courthouse not being ready to open on Tuesday.

Duval Courthouse will not open on Tuesday

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Councilman Matt Schellenberg was told by Judge Mallory Cooper on Friday evening that the new Duval County Courthouse will not open on Tuesday.

7:03 PM, May 25, 2012
05/24/2012 11 p.m. Report.

First Coast Soldier recovering from suicide attack

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A First Coast Army Lieutenant is fighting for his life after being hit by a suicide bomber.

6:09 AM, May 25, 2012

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Inkaholiks Tattoo Parlor star of new reality show

Sea Turtle Festival in St. Augustine
CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 6: The music group The Bee Gees consisting of brothers (From L-R:) Robin, Barry and Maurice Gibb appear backstage after they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame during a ceremony at a Cleveland, Ohio hotel 06 May. Ten people or musical groups were inducted into the Hall of Fame. Photo by KIMBERLY BARTH/AFP/Getty Images

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Riding into History charity ride

Jacksonville Sharks military appreciation night

Jacksonville Girls Roller Derby

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12th Annual WJCT Reading Celebration: Jacksonville, Florida

Craft and Import Beer Festival

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Nassau County Team Teal Rally

 Photo by Joe Massa, First Coast News

Mysterious Crash Leaves 1 Dead, 1 Missing

Zimmerman Discovery Photos

Mitt Romney Campaign Stop In Jacksonville
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Facebook IPO: The Timeline Of The Social Network

 Boston Legal, ABC (2004-2008) Boston Legal, a legal dramedy, aired on ABC and won five Emmy awards. The series starred James Spader and featured Candice Bergen and Julie Bowen. Why it's gone -- and what was its legacy: The show had to fight for a fifth and final season of 13 episodes, due to ratings struggles and cast fluctuations. By Vivian Zink, ABC

Pilots from 2004-2005 Season some of the Best

Both the names Victoria (up by 5 spots) and David (up by 6) have become more popular from power couple David and Victoria Beckham. In addition, Harper (their daughter's name) is up by an impressive 34 spots and is by far BabyCenter parents' favorite celebrity name of the year. By David Beckham/Facebook, AP

Baby Names Made More Popular by Celebrities

 NEW YORK - MAY 29: (US TABS AND HOLLYWOOD REPORTER OUT) Recording artist Donna Summer performs May 29, 2003, at the Partnership for Public Service Inaugural Gala at Ciprianis Fortysecond Street in New York City. (Photo by Lawrence Lucier/Getty Images)

Donna Summer: 1948-2012
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Navy Wives Take Flat Husbands to Kentucky Derby

Jane's Addiction Plays At Florida Theatre

Surveillance Screen Grabs of Clay Wallet Thief

 By Mike Kaminski/First Coast News

Possible Meth Lab Being Investigated in St. Augustine

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