Jake Stofan

Jacksonville

Reporter at WJAX-TV (Jacksonville, FL)

Reporter at WFOX-TV (Jacksonville, FL)

Reporter for @ActionNewsJax

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Duval DOGE looking into $100 million of city funds that appear to be in limbo

1 week ago | actionnewsjax.com | Jake Stofan

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Special Committee of Duval DOGE is looking into more than $100 million of taxpayer dollars that appears to be sitting in limbo. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<<[DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks]In the committee’s second official meeting Tuesday, members continued digging into more than 170 capital projects that either haven’t spent money since October 1, 2023 or have been listed as complete but still have money in the bank.
Hope Florida Foundation takes in $2 million after generous donation part of Medicaid settlement

1 week ago | actionnewsjax.com | Jake Stofan

The charity arm of Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis’ passion project Hope Florida continues to face scrutiny from lawmakers in the Florida House. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<<[DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks]Republican lawmakers pushed for more answers Tuesday to piece together the money trail that started with a state Medicaid settlement ended with millions of dollars making it into a political committee tied to the Governor.
BRIC program’s termination cost Jacksonville nearly $25 million in lost funding

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Jake Stofan

Millions of dollars intended to harden Jacksonville’s infrastructure to mitigate storm damage could now be at risk due to FEMA’s cancelation of the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities, or BRIC program. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<<[DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks]Statewide, nearly $300 million BRIC program funding are now in question. AdvertisementAdvertisementIn Jacksonville alone, as much as $24.9 million could be at risk.
Hope Florida Foundation approved $10 million to Anti-Drug groups after taking in $10 Million from ACHA settlement

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Jake Stofan

New questions are emerging surrounding a donation the charity arm of Hope Florida received as part of a settlement between a state agency and a healthcare provider.
“He deserved so much more than this”: Hundreds protest, demanding justice for Charles Faggart

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Jake Stofan

Hundreds of protesters demanding justice for Charles Faggart, the man who died after an incident involving corrections officers at the Duval County Jail, held a rally and march at JSO headquarters Sunday. Faggart’s mother and the mother of his son spoke publicly for the first time since his death. Through tears, Faggart’s mother Tracey Karpas, argued that what happened to her son should never happen to anyone.
Florida democrats fear new legislation would set the stage for “fetal personhood” ruling

1 week ago | actionnewsjax.com | Jake Stofan

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Expecting parents could soon be able to sue for damages if someone causes them to lose a pregnancy if a bill sailing through the Florida Legislature becomes law. Some lawmakers fear the policy could be a backdoor attempt to establish “fetal personhood,”which is the concept that from the moment of conception, all protections guaranteed by the state and federal constitutions, including the right to life, apply to a fetus.
Florida bill would shift responsibility when a tree falls on a neighbor’s home

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Jake Stofan

Florida has a lot of hurricanes and even more trees. But if your neighbor’s tree falls on your house, you could be responsible for the damage. It’s called the Massachusetts rule, and State Senator Jonathan Martin (R-Fort Myers) believes it’s outlived its usefulness. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<<“This Massachusetts Rule is hundreds of years old, and it was put in place back when everyone lived on farms.
Florida lawmakers grill AHCA secretary over $10M donation to First Lady Desantis’ passion project

2 weeks ago | actionnewsjax.com | Jake Stofan

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida lawmakers are putting Florida’s First Lady’s passion project, Hope Florida, under the microscope, suggesting the state program’s non-profit arm may have illegally received $10 million without going through the proper channels. The creation of Hope Florida was spearheaded by Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis back in 2021.
‘We want people to know exactly what they’re getting’: New hemp regulations clear the Florida Senate

2 weeks ago | actionnewsjax.com | Jake Stofan

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Regulations on high-THC hemp products would get a lot stricter under legislation approved by the Florida Senate this week. Whether it’s gummies, flower or even beverages, intoxicating hemp products have exploded in popularity in recent years and can be found just about anywhere, including gas stations and grocery stores. Many of the products contain high concentrations of THC and THC derivatives that have sent thousands of people to the hospital, including children.
‘We want people to know exactly what they’re getting’: New hemp regulations clear the Florida Senate

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Jake Stofan

Regulations on high-THC hemp products would get a lot stricter under legislation approved by the Florida Senate this week. Whether it’s gummies, flower or even beverages, intoxicating hemp products have exploded in popularity in recent years and can be found just about anywhere, including gas stations and grocery stores. Many of the products contain high concentrations of THC and THC derivatives that have sent thousands of people to the hospital, including children.

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Jake Stofan @JakeStofan

8 Apr 25

RT @RichJonesJax: Double DOGE: City Councilman requests Florida DOGE Team audit Jacksonville’s finances. @JakeStofan digs into the story: h…

Jake Stofan @JakeStofan

7 Apr 25

EXCLUSIVE: Former Jax Mayor @lennycurry's daughter revealed to be the Inspiration behind "Brooke's Law". Tonight on @ActionNewsJax at 6 PM we speak with Brooke and her family, who share how a deep fake pornographic image turned their lives upside down. https://t.co/8qDFS0kW9b

Jake Stofan @JakeStofan

7 Apr 25

BREAKING: Florida colleges and universities have until the end of the month to provide specifics on funding for grants, research and non-instructional personnel (primarily) to @GovRonDeSantis' Florida DOGE team. @ActionNewsJax https://t.co/XWjMueJ1vR

Jake Stofan

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Duval DOGE looking into $100 million of city funds that appear to be in limbo

Hope Florida Foundation takes in $2 million after generous donation part of Medicaid settlement

BRIC program’s termination cost Jacksonville nearly $25 million in lost funding

Hope Florida Foundation approved $10 million to Anti-Drug groups after taking in $10 Million from ACHA settlement

“He deserved so much more than this”: Hundreds protest, demanding justice for Charles Faggart

Florida democrats fear new legislation would set the stage for “fetal personhood” ruling

Florida bill would shift responsibility when a tree falls on a neighbor’s home

Florida lawmakers grill AHCA secretary over $10M donation to First Lady Desantis’ passion project

‘We want people to know exactly what they’re getting’: New hemp regulations clear the Florida Senate

‘We want people to know exactly what they’re getting’: New hemp regulations clear the Florida Senate

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