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‘Such a need’: Lutheran Social Services asks community to help restock food pantry as need spikes during shutdown

Read full article: ‘Such a need’: Lutheran Social Services asks community to help restock food pantry as need spikes during shutdown
Jacksonville welcomes fans ahead of Saturday’s matchup
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Fans urged to get to gates early for Florida-Georgia game because of EverBank Stadium construction

Read full article: Fans urged to get to gates early for Florida-Georgia game because of EverBank Stadium construction
River City Guide: Funtastic fall festivities around Jacksonville this weekend!
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🔒River City Guide: Week of spooky hauntings & happenings around Northeast Florida (Oct. 27- Nov 2)

Read full article: 🔒River City Guide: Week of spooky hauntings & happenings around Northeast Florida (Oct. 27- Nov 2)
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What you need to know if you’re going to Florida-Georgia in Jacksonville

Read full article: What you need to know if you’re going to Florida-Georgia in Jacksonville

Whether you have tickets to Saturday’s annual Florida-Georgia game in Jacksonville or you just plan to head downtown for some tailgating tradition, we have some important information you need to know.

Millions of families nationwide at risk of losing SNAP funding

Catholic Charities sees surge in food demand during government shutdown

Read full article: Catholic Charities sees surge in food demand during government shutdown

Catholic Charities Jacksonville says demand at its food pantry is surging — forcing the organization to make difficult decisions just to keep up.

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Voices of the 904 Ep 4: Vintage fashionista brings confidence & elegance to Duval’s fashion scene

Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep 4: Vintage fashionista brings confidence & elegance to Duval’s fashion scene

In this episode of Voices of the 904, vintage stylist and Six in the City founder Enricka “Rik” James shares how thrifting, self-love, and motherhood shaped her bold sense of style. The episode spotlights Jacksonville’s emerging fashion scene and the debut of The Duval Ball — a Met Gala-inspired celebration of fashion and art benefiting local schools.

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‘Like no other music experience on earth’: Riverside’s Tiger Records offers a glimpse into the musical time machine

Read full article: ‘Like no other music experience on earth’: Riverside’s Tiger Records offers a glimpse into the musical time machine

Riverside's Tiger Records offers a time-machine experience through vinyl, where manager Warren Evans and staff create a community hub for music lovers to discover both classic and contemporary albums.

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European Street Cafe in Riverside blends history, community and art deco charm

Read full article: European Street Cafe in Riverside blends history, community and art deco charm

European Street Cafe in Riverside, Jacksonville, has been a community staple for 33 years, operating in a historic art deco building originally constructed in 1941. Owned by Andy Zarka, whose family transformed the former service station into a cafe in 1992, the venue honors its architectural heritage while serving as a cherished local gathering spot.

After the state forced rainbow crosswalks in 5 Points to be painted over, other symbols of the areas support for the LGBTQ+ community popped up.

Risk to resilience: Riverside has been beacon of hope, support for LGBTQ+ community since first pride picnic in 1978

Read full article: Risk to resilience: Riverside has been beacon of hope, support for LGBTQ+ community since first pride picnic in 1978

Since the first gay pride picnic nearly 50 years ago, support groups, resources and the annual River City Pride Parade and Festival have blossomed in Riverside over the years, creating a safe haven for Jacksonville's LGBTQIA+ community.

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‘A fresh, clean start’: $250M One Riverside project among developments starting to flourish in Jacksonville

Read full article: ‘A fresh, clean start’: $250M One Riverside project among developments starting to flourish in Jacksonville

For more than three years, News4Jax has been reporting on what is on the horizon for a portion part of the Riverside area, specifically the Brooklyn neighborhood. The first phase of One Riverside is taking shape at the site of the former Times Union Building.

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Riverside’s large LGBTQ+ community faces uncertainty amid complicated legal landscape

Read full article: Riverside’s large LGBTQ+ community faces uncertainty amid complicated legal landscape

Jacksonville’s LGBTQ+ community faces a complicated legal landscape where state-level policies targeting LGBTQ+ individuals are upheld while federal policy shifts potentially strip protections.

The historic charm of Riverside and Avondale continues to shine, thanks to the efforts of Riverside Avondale Preservation — better known as RAP.

Riverside’s historic homes offer a glimpse into Jacksonville’s past. A nonprofit is working to preserve their legacy

Read full article: Riverside’s historic homes offer a glimpse into Jacksonville’s past. A nonprofit is working to preserve their legacy

Riverside and Avondale are home to some of Jacksonville’s most architecturally significant properties. Archivist Elaine Slayton Akin of Riverside Avondale Preservation shares the stories behind the historic homes and the ongoing efforts to protect their legacy.

Shoeboxes of Love are filled with personal care and toiletry items to help those living on Jacksonville's streets.

Donate Shoeboxes of Love to help those who are homeless in Jacksonville

Read full article: Donate Shoeboxes of Love to help those who are homeless in Jacksonville

You can make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness by donating to the City Rescue Mission’s Annual Shoeboxes of Love project through Nov. 25.

What’s legal and what’s not?

Justice 4 All: SJSO answers your questions about e-bikes and e-scooters on sidewalks

Read full article: Justice 4 All: SJSO answers your questions about e-bikes and e-scooters on sidewalks

What’s legal and what’s not when riding an e-bike or e-scooter?

News4JAX partners with 1010 XL for Friday Night Lights on News4JAX+
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Mandarin vs. St. Augustine - Friday Night Lights

Read full article: Mandarin vs. St. Augustine - Friday Night Lights

News4JAX is proud to announce a new partnership with 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville Sports Radio for a brand-new streaming show: Friday Night Lights on News4JAX+.

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This local mother never thought she’d be able to own a home. A nonprofit is making it happen

Read full article: This local mother never thought she’d be able to own a home. A nonprofit is making it happen

Helen Johnson will move into one of the 44 townhomes being built by Beaches Habitat for Humanity off Mayport Road, called Coastal Haven.

Owner of Pie Heaven Bakery Cafe says she wants to do her part in uncertain time

Bakery near Mayport Navy base making free pies for military families amid government shutdown

Read full article: Bakery near Mayport Navy base making free pies for military families amid government shutdown

The owner of a bakery in Atlantic Beach said she wants to make sure our military community knows that, during this uncertain time of the government shutdown, they are loved and seen.

Check out these smart and creative ways to get storm-ready
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Creative tips from Security First Insurance to help you prepare for storm season

Read full article: Creative tips from Security First Insurance to help you prepare for storm season

Melissa DeVries, President of Security First Insurance, joined River City Live to share innovative and practical ways to get ready for potential storms — and to make sure you’re covered before disaster strikes.

Chicago-style pizza and Italian beef at Rosati’s Pizza in St. Augustine 🍕

Deep Dish Dreams Come True: Rosati’s Pizza Opens in World Golf Village!

Read full article: Deep Dish Dreams Come True: Rosati’s Pizza Opens in World Golf Village!

Grand Opening of Rosati’s Pizza’s new location in the World Golf Village part of St Augustine that is located at 520 W Twincourt Trail Suite 6. The Grand Opening will be held on October 11th and 12th

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‘Times are tough’: Local businesses offering discounts for those in need during government shutdown

Read full article: ‘Times are tough’: Local businesses offering discounts for those in need during government shutdown
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Positively JAX: The Empowered Kitchen helps local female chefs turn recipes into revenue and personal growth

Read full article: Positively JAX: The Empowered Kitchen helps local female chefs turn recipes into revenue and personal growth
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Jacksonville company prepares to surprise 6 children in wheelchairs with customized Halloween costumes

Read full article: Jacksonville company prepares to surprise 6 children in wheelchairs with customized Halloween costumes
Shoeboxes of Love are filled with personal care and toiletry items to help those living on Jacksonville's streets.

Donate Shoeboxes of Love to help those who are homeless in Jacksonville

Read full article: Donate Shoeboxes of Love to help those who are homeless in Jacksonville
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This local mother never thought she’d be able to own a home. A nonprofit is making it happen

Read full article: This local mother never thought she’d be able to own a home. A nonprofit is making it happen
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Positively JAX: Ponte Vedra teen turns tragedy into purpose, raises $175K for heart health

Read full article: Positively JAX: Ponte Vedra teen turns tragedy into purpose, raises $175K for heart health
City Rescue Mission CEO sits on bench for 24 hours to change narrative about homelessness.

City Rescue Mission CEO hopes to change narrative on homelessness with 24 hours of ‘unfiltered conversations’ on a bench

Read full article: City Rescue Mission CEO hopes to change narrative on homelessness with 24 hours of ‘unfiltered conversations’ on a bench

The CEO of City Rescue Mission will spend 24 hours sitting on a bench in Jacksonville in an effort to create authentic, open dialogue about the issue of homelessness.

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Fernandina Beach paid parking fight continues as commissioners seek to accelerate proposal despite petition from voters

Read full article: Fernandina Beach paid parking fight continues as commissioners seek to accelerate proposal despite petition from voters

The Fernandina Beach city commission will meet Tuesday afternoon for a workshop regarding paid parking, which has become a major point of contention between local businesses, residents and commissioners.

Jaguars take on Kansas City Chiefs under national spotlight, giving Jacksonville chance to shine

Game day, big pay? City leaders, local business owners hope Monday’s game sparks momentum for Jacksonville’s economy

Read full article: Game day, big pay? City leaders, local business owners hope Monday’s game sparks momentum for Jacksonville’s economy

City leaders say Monday night is about more than what happens on the field. It’s a chance to reshape how the rest of the country sees Jacksonville — and highlight the growth already happening here.

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Justice 4 All: Can my neighbor park there? JSO explains what’s legal and what’s not along residential streets

Read full article: Justice 4 All: Can my neighbor park there? JSO explains what’s legal and what’s not along residential streets

What’s legal and what’s not when it comes to parking along residential streets

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Sold-out golf tournament shows support in fight against Parkinson’s

Read full article: Sold-out golf tournament shows support in fight against Parkinson’s

Parkinson’s disease affects millions of people, and while there’s no cure, community support and wellness programs help patients manage symptoms and maintain quality of life.

Ep. 4 of Split Happens breaks down what really matters in Florida courts
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Split Happens Ep. 4: Does cheating impact your divorce? Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite explain the hard truths

Read full article: Split Happens Ep. 4: Does cheating impact your divorce? Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite explain the hard truths

Divorce doesn’t just dissolve a marriage—it often reshapes entire families. And when infidelity enters the picture, emotions run even higher. In this episode of Split Happens, meteorologist Katie Garner and Jacksonville board-certified family law attorney Jay Henderlite tackle one of the most common questions they hear: Does cheating actually affect your divorce outcome in Florida?

Army veteran News4JAX met at Clara White Mission is just one example if an alarming trend

Nearly 1 million renters across Florida are just one ‘curveball’ away from losing their housing, study finds

Read full article: Nearly 1 million renters across Florida are just one ‘curveball’ away from losing their housing, study finds

Homelessness among Florida families has surged in the last three years as soaring rents and a shortage of affordable housing push more residents into shelters, motels and the streets, a new University of Florida report says.

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Time to show your Pride, Jacksonville! River City Pride Festival & Parade return this weekend

Read full article: Time to show your Pride, Jacksonville! River City Pride Festival & Parade return this weekend

The Jax River City Pride Festival and Parade will be celebrated on Saturday and Sunday in the Riverside neighborhood.

The members of Patrol Squadron Eight return to the loving arms of their families at Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Thursday morning -- and to the uncertainty of a federal government shutdown.

Squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 6-month deployment just as federal government shuts down

Read full article: Squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 6-month deployment just as federal government shuts down

The “Fighting Tigers” just completed a successful 6-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility.

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Positively JAX: Ponte Vedra teen turns tragedy into purpose, raises $175K for heart health

Read full article: Positively JAX: Ponte Vedra teen turns tragedy into purpose, raises $175K for heart health

Ben Williams, a rising leader with a big heart, has raised nearly $175,000 for the American Heart Association (AHA), earning him the title of First Coast Teen of Impact winner and national runner-up.

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Jacksonville could see boost to film industry if this negotiation goes as planned

Read full article: Jacksonville could see boost to film industry if this negotiation goes as planned

Jacksonville’s film industry could soon see a major boost after the City Council approved $400,000 to negotiate with a California-based production company.

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Positively JAX: The DEMP Project helps survivors of sex trafficking reclaim their lives

Read full article: Positively JAX: The DEMP Project helps survivors of sex trafficking reclaim their lives

In Jacksonville, a nonprofit is working to break the cycle of sex trafficking and bring hope to survivors. This month’s Positively JAX award goes to The DEMP Project, a faith-based organization dedicated to helping victims of sex trafficking and their families rebuild their lives.

Police Officer William “Bill” Cater, who served in the JSO Motor Unit, passed away after a battle with cancer.

Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office mourns loss of active-duty Motor Unit officer who lost battle with cancer

Read full article: Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office mourns loss of active-duty Motor Unit officer who lost battle with cancer

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of active-duty Police Officer William “Bill” Cater, who served in the Motor Unit. Cater died Sunday after a brave battle with cancer, JSO said.

City Council also passed 1/8 millage rate reduction

Immigrant rights activist applauds defeat of ‘Big Beautiful Budget Amendments’ that led to passage of $2B city budget

Read full article: Immigrant rights activist applauds defeat of ‘Big Beautiful Budget Amendments’ that led to passage of $2B city budget

After nearly 14 hours of intense debate, the Jacksonville City Council officially passed a $2 billion city budget, in what’s being called one of the most contentious budget battles in recent memory.

The St. Augustine Lighthouse

Harbor Haunt: Richard Nunn joins a paranormal investigation at the St. Augustine Lighthouse. Will they find phantoms?

Read full article: Harbor Haunt: Richard Nunn joins a paranormal investigation at the St. Augustine Lighthouse. Will they find phantoms?

To be a part of a paranormal investigation at the St. Augustine Lighthouse has been a bucket list item for News4JAX Chief Meteorologist Richard Nunn since he saw a Ghost Hunters episode about it. With the help of some coworkers, we got to make that happen.

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Walking through history: Exploring St. Augustine’s enduring legacy & heritage

Read full article: Walking through history: Exploring St. Augustine’s enduring legacy & heritage

Everywhere you look in St. Augustine, history is looking right back at you. The list of historic places never ends in the beautiful 460-year-old city, and News4JAX anchor John Asebes visited a few on a tour around town.

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A stroll through Lincolnville: Take a trip back in time in St. Augustine’s historically Black neighborhood

Read full article: A stroll through Lincolnville: Take a trip back in time in St. Augustine’s historically Black neighborhood

The historically Black neighborhood of Lincolnville in St. Augustine is rich with history, including several pivotal moments from the civil rights movement. Take a trip back in time with News4JAX anchor Jenese Harris.

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‘It’s the history’: Tourism drives St. Augustine’s economy year-round, fueling billions in revenue

Read full article: ‘It’s the history’: Tourism drives St. Augustine’s economy year-round, fueling billions in revenue

In the nation’s oldest city, tourism continues to be the essence of the local economy, and it’s booming year-round.

Vanessa Conigliaro, the owner’s daughter, said her father was born in Sicily but learned how to make pizza in Brooklyn, which makes for a tasty, authentic combination.

Savoring St. Augustine: Tacos, gastro pub, pizza among city’s culinary gems

Read full article: Savoring St. Augustine: Tacos, gastro pub, pizza among city’s culinary gems

News4JAX anchor/reporter John Asebes will be the first to admit, he's gotten some of the best assignments when it comes to our 4 Your Neighborhood visits. From tacos to the backwoods to pizza, he ate well in St. Augustine, so you can too!

Researchers say North America’s first taste of chocolate was in St. Augustine

Whetstone Chocolates pours sweet history into St. Augustine’s chocolate legacy

Read full article: Whetstone Chocolates pours sweet history into St. Augustine’s chocolate legacy

When visitors think of St. Augustine, they often picture forts, cobblestone streets, and trolley tours. But a little-known fact is that the nation’s oldest city also played a surprising role in the history of chocolate in North America, and a local candy maker is keeping the tradition alive.

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