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Looking for a job? Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp announce 2 preseason job fairs for 2026 season
Read full article: Looking for a job? Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp announce 2 preseason job fairs for 2026 seasonIf you’re looking for a fun, flexible job in a high-energy environment this spring, the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are hiring.
Georgia teacher killed in crash involving suspect fleeing ICE traffic stop, officials say
Read full article: Georgia teacher killed in crash involving suspect fleeing ICE traffic stop, officials sayA beloved teacher at Hesse K-8 School in Savannah was killed in a crash early Monday morning near the school, authorities confirmed.
Opening statements to start in the trial of a Georgia high school shooting suspect’s father
Read full article: Opening statements to start in the trial of a Georgia high school shooting suspect’s fatherThe trial has started for a man whose teenage son is accused of killing two students and two teachers at a Georgia high school in 2024.
Ocala woman, 4-year-old daughter killed, estranged husband dies by suicide during Georgia traffic stop: police
Read full article: Ocala woman, 4-year-old daughter killed, estranged husband dies by suicide during Georgia traffic stop: policeA tragic incident that began with the murder of a 34-year-old Ocala woman and her 4-year-old daughter ended Tuesday night when the woman’s estranged husband took his own life during a traffic stop in Kingsland, Georgia, according to multiple law enforcement agencies.
Small plane makes emergency landing on Georgia street, crashes into several vehicles
Read full article: Small plane makes emergency landing on Georgia street, crashes into several vehiclesA single-engine plane made an emergency landing Monday in the middle of a street in Gainesville, Georgia, just north of Atlanta, causing multiple crashes.
Large drug bust involving FBI yields over 50 arrests across the country, including Glynn County, Texas, New York
Read full article: Large drug bust involving FBI yields over 50 arrests across the country, including Glynn County, Texas, New YorkA recent drug trafficking operation in Glynn County and St. Simons Island led to the arrest of 55 people.
Operation Fentanyl Free America sees success but also uncovers new drug trends, smuggling tactics in Southeast Georgia
Read full article: Operation Fentanyl Free America sees success but also uncovers new drug trends, smuggling tactics in Southeast GeorgiaThe Atlanta DEA's Operation Fentanyl Free America has led to a decrease in fentanyl overdoses but has also uncovered new smuggling tactics and drug trends in Southeast Georgia, highlighting ongoing challenges in the fight against illegal drugs.
Southeast Georgia braces for extreme cold, community readies for weekend weather
Read full article: Southeast Georgia braces for extreme cold, community readies for weekend weatherExtreme cold is expected to affect Southeast Georgia this weekend, according to the National Weather Service, which issued an extreme cold warning for the area. Residents are preparing by bundling up indoors and stocking up on supplies to stay warm.
Search warrant FBI served at elections office near Atlanta seeks records tied to the 2020 elections
Read full article: Search warrant FBI served at elections office near Atlanta seeks records tied to the 2020 electionsThe search warrant FBI served at Fulton County elections office near Atlanta on Wednesday seeks records tied to the 2020 election, a county spokesperson said.
Slave descendants score a victory with voters in fight to protect their Georgia island homes
Read full article: Slave descendants score a victory with voters in fight to protect their Georgia island homesBlack landowners from a Georgia island community founded by freed slaves have won their latest property dispute with local officials at the ballot box.
St. Marys Elementary to temporarily relocate to local college for completion of bat removal
Read full article: St. Marys Elementary to temporarily relocate to local college for completion of bat removalSt. Marys Elementary School will remain closed Tuesday after school officials reported an “unexpected safety issue” that prompted the school’s closure on Monday morning.
Georgia health officials explain why younger children are more vulnerable to measles after baby tests positive
Read full article: Georgia health officials explain why younger children are more vulnerable to measles after baby tests positiveA baby too young to receive routine measles vaccination is the first person in Georgia this year to contract measles.
St. Marys Elementary to remain closed Tuesday as crews remove bats found inside building, school officials say
Read full article: St. Marys Elementary to remain closed Tuesday as crews remove bats found inside building, school officials saySt. Marys Elementary School will remain closed Tuesday after school officials reported an “unexpected safety issue” that prompted the school’s closure on Monday morning.
Georgia DNR investigating fatal shooting during Cumberland Island hog hunt
Read full article: Georgia DNR investigating fatal shooting during Cumberland Island hog huntThe Georgia Department of Natural Resources is investigating after a hunter was shot and killed Thursday during a hog hunt on Cumberland Island in Camden County.
Georgia counties offer free flu shots for children, adults without insurance as state hits peak flu activity
Read full article: Georgia counties offer free flu shots for children, adults without insurance as state hits peak flu activityOn a scale of 1-13, Georgia is at a 13 for flu activity according to the latest report released from the Georgia Department of Public Health. The health departments in Glynn and Camden counties are each offering FREE flu shots for uninsured and underinsured children and adults as long as supplies last.
Glynn County police ask community for help to find 74-year-old woman missing since mid-November
Read full article: Glynn County police ask community for help to find 74-year-old woman missing since mid-NovemberThe Glynn County Police Department sent a notice on Tuesday asking for the public to help them in their search for a missing elderly woman who was last since in mid-November and is considered endangered.
Thank you! Hundreds of items donated during Channel 4’s Santa Paws drive
Read full article: Thank you! Hundreds of items donated during Channel 4’s Santa Paws driveDozens of community members helped make the holidays brighter for animals across Jacksonville during Channel 4’s Santa Paws donation drive.
Brunswick police officer arrested, accused of trespassing during domestic incident
Read full article: Brunswick police officer arrested, accused of trespassing during domestic incidentAn officer with the Brunswick Police Department was arrested Monday following a domestic disturbance investigation, the agency announced.
NE Florida, SE Georgia sheriff offices buckle down on drunk driving with hosts of arrests
Read full article: NE Florida, SE Georgia sheriff offices buckle down on drunk driving with hosts of arrestsDuring this year’s Christmas travel holiday, which was from Christmas Eve to Sunday night, law enforcement in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia pulled over their fair share of suspected DUI drivers.
Woodbine community pours in support for family of 9-year-old girl after fatal crash
Read full article: Woodbine community pours in support for family of 9-year-old girl after fatal crashDozens of community members gathered to honor the life of 9-year-old Jordyn Butler, who was struck and killed by an SUV last week while playing outside with her brother in Woodbine.
Fat & Fine Crab Shack closing in Brunswick as local restaurants face rising costs
Read full article: Fat & Fine Crab Shack closing in Brunswick as local restaurants face rising costsFat & Fine Crab Shack in Brunswick will close at the beginning of the new year due to rising costs, joining a trend of local and national restaurant closures.
FBI: Lyft driver terrorized by escaped Georgia inmates before she was rescued in Florida
Read full article: FBI: Lyft driver terrorized by escaped Georgia inmates before she was rescued in FloridaAuthorities say three inmates have escaped from a jail near Atlanta and hijacked a Lyft car to reach south Florida.
24-year-old Brunswick man accused of grooming a minor for sex now facing charges, police say
Read full article: 24-year-old Brunswick man accused of grooming a minor for sex now facing charges, police sayA months-long investigation sparked by a tip to the Glynn County Police Department ended Monday with the arrest of a 24-year-old Brunswick man on child exploitation charges, GCPD said.
Start 2026 With Purpose: Volunteer on MLK Day of Service With United Way Northeast Florida
Read full article: Start 2026 With Purpose: Volunteer on MLK Day of Service With United Way Northeast FloridaVolunteers of all backgrounds will come together to support hands-on projects focused on neighborhood revitalization, meeting basic needs, and strengthening financial well-being—the building blocks of strong, thriving communities.
Split Happens Ep. 6: Why courtroom etiquette matters more than you think
Read full article: Split Happens Ep. 6: Why courtroom etiquette matters more than you thinkIn Split Happens, Episode 6, host Katie Garner sits down with board-certified marital and family law attorney Jay Henderlite of Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite to unpack a topic many people overlook until it’s too late: courtroom etiquette.
News4JAX, Dogtopia on Beach Boulevard launch Santa Paws drive for local shelter animals
Read full article: News4JAX, Dogtopia on Beach Boulevard launch Santa Paws drive for local shelter animalsNews4JAX is inviting the community to help make the holidays a little brighter for local pets through its annual Santa Paws donation drive, happening Dec. 15–19.
All lanes reopen on I-95 southbound near Florida-Georgia line after crash
Read full article: All lanes reopen on I-95 southbound near Florida-Georgia line after crashAll lanes on Interstate 95 southbound, near the Florida-Georgia line, were closed early Tuesday due to a crash, according to Georgia 511.
Brad Raffensperger sues to win more campaign spending power in Georgia governor race
Read full article: Brad Raffensperger sues to win more campaign spending power in Georgia governor raceSecretary of State Brad Raffensperger is the latest Republican candidate for Georgia governor to attack campaign finance rules that allow Lt. Gov. Burt Jones to raise unlimited contributions.
VIDEO: Mom captures driver speeding by stopped bus seconds before children start to cross street
Read full article: VIDEO: Mom captures driver speeding by stopped bus seconds before children start to cross streetA Kingsland, Georgia, mom is raising the alarm after she says she’s witnessed the same driver ignoring the school bus stop arm multiple times, causing a potentially dangerous situation for children at the bus stop.
1,513 toys, 113 bikes donated: News4JAX viewers made a huge difference during the annual Channel 4 Toy Drive
Read full article: 1,513 toys, 113 bikes donated: News4JAX viewers made a huge difference during the annual Channel 4 Toy DriveThank you, Jacksonville, for helping make Christmas merry and bright for children who needed it most.
Color the Weather is back, bringing STEM to life with IDEA Public Schools!
Read full article: Color the Weather is back, bringing STEM to life with IDEA Public Schools!Color the Weather not only inspires early curiosity in meteorology and STEM but also uplifts IDEA’s commitment to academic excellence and joyful learning.
Santa Tracker skates into view as News4JAX’s Christmas tradition glides on
Read full article: Santa Tracker skates into view as News4JAX’s Christmas tradition glides onThe Jacksonville Icemen are teaming up with News4JAX this year to present the 2025 Santa Tracker, continuing a festive legacy that began decades ago when legendary meteorologist George Winterling first followed Santa’s journey using satellites and early NORAD updates.
Spread Holiday Cheer: Donate toys to our annual Channel 4 Toy Drive on Dec. 4 🎁
Read full article: Spread Holiday Cheer: Donate toys to our annual Channel 4 Toy Drive on Dec. 4 🎁Channel 4 is looking for a few good elves to help make a child’s Christmas merry and bright — and you can join in during our annual Channel 4 Toy Drive on Thursday, Dec. 4!
