Matt Peiken
Wake Up, Jacksonville!
Catch up on all the Jacksonville news every weekday morning. Our newscast podcast draws stories from across the local news media landscape to keep you in-the-know in under four minutes.
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Matt Peiken
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Mar 27, 2026
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Episodes
Friday, March 27: Ship Deployment + North Jax Pushback + School Becomes Tech Incubator 27.03.2026 3:44
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Another ship deploys from Naval Station Mayport As North Jacksonville grows, residents say area not prepared for development MyVillage Project buys former Jacksonville elementary school to launch tech incubator, workforce hub Meet the Business Journal's 2026 Women of Influence Jacksonville's beloved Irish pub, The Fly’s Tie, permanently closes...
Thursday, March 26: St. John's Asks for DeSantis Veto + Hit-and-Run Suspect + Baby Boxes 26.03.2026 4:04
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: St. Johns County wants governor to veto development bill City Council OKs $5 million loan for 240 units of affordable housing along Beach Boulevard One Tower Court opens as Jacksonville's first new multi-tenant office building in nearly 20 years Suspect identified in high-speed hit-and-run fatal Councilman wants to add Safe Haven baby boxes in...
Wednesday, March 25: Testimony of Former JEA CEO + Arrest in Toddler's Shooting + Emerald Trail 25.03.2026 4:00
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Testimony I: JEA's former exec discusses long-standing water fee issues and management failures Testimony II: Concerns about JEA CEO's leadership and workplace culture Arrest made in shooting death of 2-year-old in Jacksonville City issues demolition permit for Otto Aerospace at Cecil Airport Jacksonville proposes $12.6 million for Emerald Trai...
Tuesday, March 24: Public Safety Complex + Road Rage Killing + Protected Land 24.03.2026 4:14
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: New public safety complex coming to St. Johns County Two drivers emerge from cars with guns, one dies as other drives away Jax title companies face compliance uncertainty after judge's ruling Ring Power donates easement to protect 1,700 acres in St. Johns County First look at planned galleries for new MOSH
Monday, March 23: Boost to Low-Income Homebuyers + Block Parking Chaos + Music Scene Shift 23.03.2026 4:12
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Jacksonville commits $2M to help low-income homebuyers The Block Jax owner working on solutions to parking chaos that spilled into neighboring lots Generation W's 15th anniversary conference promotes women's empowerment and leadership Music scene shifts as venues close and MarathonLive expands footprint across the city Seeing Jacksonville Like...
Friday, March 20: Duval Denied at Legislature + Marina Consolidation + Black History Museum 20.03.2026 3:56
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: How did Duval Schools’ 7 legislative priorities fare? Marina consolidation brings First Coast's riverfront, beach properties into national network They made sure their land won't become another St. Johns subdivision DIA board grants six-month extension on MOSH move to the Downtown Northbank State Black history museum is still a long ways off in...
Thursday, March 19: JEA 'Welcomes' Investigation + Affordable Housing Loan + Sing Out Loud Fest 19.03.2026 3:59
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: City Council confronts JEA over transparency and workplace issues JEA 'welcomes' investigating if JEA failed to collect fees Council committees back $5 million loan for 240 units of affordable housing Sing Out Loud festival will scale back this fall, with a big move coming Remembering Cindy Mosling, Jacksonville's beloved wildlife rehabilitator...
Wednesday, March 18: Prayers Pushback + Sheriff Supports ICE + Ocklawaha River Snubbed 18.03.2026 4:20
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Duval School Board should stop inviting prayers, legal groups warn T.K. Waters breaks with sheriffs balking at illegal immigration enforcement Next phase of Phoenix district could add 830 housing units Historic preservation leader outlines protecting city's aging architecture Bill to restore Ocklawaha River dies in Legislature
Tuesday, March 17: Med/Vet Campus + Civil Rights Trail + UNF Goals + JU Women in NCAA 17.03.2026 4:08
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Downtown Development Update Part II: Public projects Lincoln Memorial U. opens $36M medical/veterinary campus in Orange Park Jacksonville joins U.S. Civil Rights Trail with new historical markers UNF Interim President Falconetti outlines goals for enrollment, student experience Women Dolphins To Face LSU In NCAA Hoops Tournament
Monday, March 16: Legislature Redefines Nepotism + Downtown Developments + Outdoor Food Hall 16.03.2026 4:04
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: RECAP Legislature clears nepotism restriction on Jax council member Joe Carlucci Downtown Development Update Part I: Private projects JEA: Company tied to social media influencer owes more than $330K in past due fees With ‘These Truths’ public art project halted, funds might be redirected for other courthouse uses Jacksonville’s first outdoor f...
Friday, March 13: Commercial Realty Cools + Jail Selection Process + New Daily JetBlue Flights 13.03.2026 3:54
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Commercial real estate market cools, recovery not expected until 2027 Freestanding emergency rooms enhance medical access City plans new jail site selection process with public input JetBlue to offer daily flights from Jax to Fort Lauderdale starting June 18 New exhibit explores St. Augustine’s ancient Irish ties
Thursday, March 12: JEA Investigation + Peluso Eyeing At-Large Seat + Jax Drought 12.03.2026 3:51
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Investigation launched into JEA over financial and workplace culture allegations Jimmy Peluso announces candidacy for Jacksonville City Council at-large seat Duos Technologies aims for regulatory collaboration as government leader visits Jax The Players Championship brings exposure to 20-plus local restaurants Jacksonville faces drought, fire d...
Wednesday, March 11: Cost to Skyway Uncertainty + Tax Reform Would Hurt Jax? + Reform Schools 11.03.2026 3:58
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: City faces $100M federal funding dilemma as it reimagines Skyway's future Florida House’s property tax reform would eliminate $375 million from city budget Jacksonville family pushes for bill protecting military benefits after remarriage Duval County Public Schools puts riverfront headquarters back on the market Annie R. Morgan will get new lif...
Tuesday, March 10: Ponte Vedra Beach Access + Home Rental Prices + Bellwether Closing 10.03.2026 3:50
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Public beach access proposal in Ponte Vedra Beach raises community concerns Rental yields tighten as home prices rise faster than rents in Jacksonville Institute of Police Technology and Management boosts law enforcement training at UNF Bellwether restaurant to close in Downtown Jacksonville after nine years of service Free seeds available at S...
Monday, March 9: JEA Leadership Review + Beach Patrols + Tackling Trash 09.03.2026 4:02
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Office of Inspector General reviews JEA amid leadership disputes and culture concerns Police step up patrols at Jacksonville Beach amid possible teen ‘takeover,’ see no issues Budget tensions between City Council, Aviation Authority raise investor w orry Oceanway neighbors launch grassroots effort to tackle trash Artist transforms cast-off item...
Friday, March 6: New Wrinkle on Housing + Anti-DEI Pushback + Hotel Sued Years After Bust 06.03.2026 3:59
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Own the home, not the land: A new tack on affordable housing Florida’s anti-DEI legislation irks local governments City working to pay off completion grants before next budget cycle Jax hotel faces litigation years after sex trafficking bust Jacksonville University introduces women's flag football with NFL backing
Thursday, March 5: Nixon Moving on to Senate Campaign + Downtown Homelessness + Alcohol til 3am 05.03.2026 3:55
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Angie Nixon's farewell as she transitions to U.S. Senate campaign Data shows homelessness is improving downtown New 3 a.m. cut-off for alcohol sales starts in downtown Most Floridians would abolish property tax, UNF poll shows City Year names Dawn Emerick, JASMYN names Ashley Coleman CEOs
Wednesday, March 4: New Soccer Stadium + Pearl Square Homes + Updating Jax Port 04.03.2026 4:02
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Sporting JAX plans new stadium near Town Center with mixed-use development New residential building Vandeveer opens in Pearl Square Jacksonville port outlines $250 million modernization strategy amid trade uncertainties Five Points district board members nominated ahead of Council vote Jacksonville musicians critically injured in deadly, multi-...
Tuesday, March 3: Jags Stadium Permit OK'd + JEA Leadership Politics + Jax Airport Expansion 03.03.2026 3:57
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Final permit approved for Jaguars' $1.4 billion Stadium of the Future project JEA committee passes over vice chair amid controversies surrounding utility leadership JWB Real Estate Capital's impressive client profits and downtown investment strategy Concourse B at Jacksonville International Airport scheduled to open by Christmas 2026 JU nursing...
Monday, March 2: JTA Pay Cuts + Carrico Defiant + Sheriff Endorses Fine + New Zoo Entrance 02.03.2026 4:27
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: JTA executives face pay cuts amid budget shortfall and sales tax decline Carrico rejects Peluso's call to step down amid JEA investigation St. John's Sheriff endorses Randy Fine amid backlash to anti-Muslim comments Reggie Fullwood named CEO of Ability Housing and Operation New Hope Jacksonville Zoo's new $4.5M SkyScape entrance opens Friday
Friday, Feb. 27: The Block Jax + More Missing Middle Housing + Skyway Options + Civil Rights Trail 27.02.2026 3:55
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: The Block Jax introduces brings new dining, entertainment hub 'Missing middle' housing pipeline targets cottages and duplexes JTA explores future options for the Skyway with community input Jacksonville Civil Rights Trail launches at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church Variety of concert and cultural celebrations this weekend
Thursday, Feb. 26: JEA Investigation Rejected + Water Conservation + Jags Playing Twice in London 26.02.2026 4:08
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: JEA board rejects investigation into CEO amid toxic work claims Counties ordered to conserve water amid ongoing drought Jaguars reduce stadium capacity amid major renovations for 2026 season International startups pitch fintech solutions at JAX Hub kickoff Unity push in Jacksonville achieves major community engagement
Wednesday, Feb. 25: JEA Backs CEO + Property Tax Cutbacks + Jax Grad Campus 25.02.2026 3:52
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: JEA board backs CEO amid workplace culture controversy JEA approves sale of headquarters for redevelopment St. Augustine braces for potential property tax cutbacks UF narrows choice for Jacksonville grad campus developers Wolfson students win stock challenge, heading to nationals
Tuesday, Feb. 24: Curry Denies 'Smear Campaign' + Step Up Sued + Driverless Shuttles 24.02.2026 4:02
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Lenny Curry denies involvement in JEA ‘smear campaign,’ says Mayor Deegan lied Florida private schools sue Step Up for Students over voucher payout problems Planning Commission approves converting Ramada hotel to veterans housing Opinion: Jax's billion-dollar development boom needs leadership infrastructure to match physical growth JTA wants yo...
Monday, Feb. 23: Deegan Sees a JEA 'Smear Campaign' + Impact of Proposed Tax Cuts + State vs. County Control 23.02.2026 4:08
Today's Jacksonville newscast includes these stories: Deegan calls JEA allegations a 'smear campaign' Property tax elimination proposal could force Jacksonville to cut core city services Counties fear proposed law would tie their hands on development Consultant promises city $4M annual savings on employee prescription plan Fleet Landing bets on urban senior housing targeting affluent retirees
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