A Brooklyn teacher brings climate science into students’ everyday surroundings

A new interview with Eagle Academy educator Sean McFadden highlights neighborhood-based science lessons and his work supporting climate education across New York City.
Jacksonville property taxes outpaced home values in new metro-area analysis

The Jacksonville metro ranked second for the gap between tax growth and home-value growth in 2022–2024. The ranking is historical data, not a newly announced tax increase.
Brooklyn Waterfront Debate Pits a No-Housing Alternative Against Marine Terminal’s Mixed-Use Vision

A renewed debate over 6,000 proposed homes raises questions about maritime jobs, housing and flood protection. A vision-plan vote is separate from final project approvals.
Westside Family Faces Rebuilding After Ramona Boulevard Fire, With Cause Still Awaiting Official Confirmation

A family of five is staying with relatives after an October 21 house fire. The homeowner describes a suspected electrical origin; official cause information remains pending.
Brooklyn Bridge Breast Cancer Walk Draws Support as Fundraiser Surpasses Its Goal

Saturday’s Race for the Cure connected Foley Square and the Brooklyn Bridge. The organizer’s fundraising page shows more than $887,000 against a $770,000 target.
UNF’s Five-Year Chi Phi Suspension Highlights the Difference Between Campus Discipline and Criminal Findings

Newly reported university records detail a suspension running through May 2031. Police reviewed the evidence separately and classified the case as noncriminal.
Riverfront Plaza Plans Offer a Clearer Picture of Jacksonville’s Next Waterfront Phase

Approved plans show a restaurant, beer garden, 14 swings and new connections. Completion by the end of 2027 remains the city’s target.
Brooklyn Harvest Festival Puts Soul, Funk and Community Traditions on Today’s Schedule

Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s October 24 festival runs until 5 p.m., with last entry at 4:30. The ticketed program includes live music and family activities.
Brooklyn’s Proposal 3 Debate Puts Street Safety and Community Review on the Ballot

As early voting opens, Brooklyn groups are challenging Proposal 3. The measure covers street-project review, some city-property transactions and office leasing.
Fleet Landing’s $49.27 Million Jacksonville Incentive Advances, With Council Decision Still Ahead

The DIA board endorsed a 20-year property-tax rebate for a proposed Northbank retirement tower. The incentive still needs City Council approval.
