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Man arrested, accused of fatally stabbing coworker at Anheuser-Busch facility on city’s Northside: JSO
Read full article: Man arrested, accused of fatally stabbing coworker at Anheuser-Busch facility on city’s Northside: JSOA man accused of fatally stabbing his coworker at the Anheuser-Busch facility on the Northside was arrested Friday, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
LIVE: Woman accused of stalking Jacksonville rapper ‘Julio Foolio’ before murder testifies in court
Read full article: LIVE: Woman accused of stalking Jacksonville rapper ‘Julio Foolio’ before murder testifies in courtA woman accused of stalking Charles Jones, a Jacksonville rapper known as “Julio Foolio,” is testifying in court Friday.
‘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 shutdownLocal businesses across Jacksonville are pitching in to help neighbors in need as the federal government shutdown affects military families and those who use SNAP benefits.
Norwegian Gem arrives in JaxPort to give cruise lovers another option to set sail from Jacksonville
Read full article: Norwegian Gem arrives in JaxPort to give cruise lovers another option to set sail from JacksonvilleSince 2004, Jacksonville has always had only one cruise line sailing from JaxPort: Carnival. That changed Friday with the arrival of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship.
Jacksonville Fair prepares for its last run downtown as it gears up for move to Westside
Read full article: Jacksonville Fair prepares for its last run downtown as it gears up for move to WestsideThe Jacksonville Fair, a beloved downtown tradition for decades, is preparing for a major change. After 70 years at its current location, the fair will move to the Westside in 2026, and while the move promises new opportunities, some neighbors are raising concerns about traffic and safety on Normandy Boulevard near the new site.
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Jaguars place Travis Hunter on IR after knee injury suffered in practice
Read full article: Jaguars place Travis Hunter on IR after knee injury suffered in practiceThe Jacksonville Jaguars placed WR/CB Travis Hunter on IR after a knee injury he suffered in practice on Thursday, Head Coach Liam Coen said Friday.
Man arrested, accused of fatally stabbing coworker at Anheuser-Busch facility on city’s Northside: JSO
Read full article: Man arrested, accused of fatally stabbing coworker at Anheuser-Busch facility on city’s Northside: JSOA man accused of fatally stabbing his coworker at the Anheuser-Busch facility on the Northside was arrested Friday, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
LIVE: Woman accused of stalking Jacksonville rapper ‘Julio Foolio’ before murder testifies in court
Read full article: LIVE: Woman accused of stalking Jacksonville rapper ‘Julio Foolio’ before murder testifies in courtA woman accused of stalking Charles Jones, a Jacksonville rapper known as “Julio Foolio,” is testifying in court Friday.
Norwegian Gem arrives in JaxPort to give cruise lovers another option to set sail from Jacksonville
Read full article: Norwegian Gem arrives in JaxPort to give cruise lovers another option to set sail from JacksonvilleSince 2004, Jacksonville has always had only one cruise line sailing from JaxPort: Carnival. That changed Friday with the arrival of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship.
Jacksonville Fair prepares for its last run downtown as it gears up for move to Westside
Read full article: Jacksonville Fair prepares for its last run downtown as it gears up for move to WestsideThe Jacksonville Fair, a beloved downtown tradition for decades, is preparing for a major change. After 70 years at its current location, the fair will move to the Westside in 2026, and while the move promises new opportunities, some neighbors are raising concerns about traffic and safety on Normandy Boulevard near the new site.
Man dies after being stabbed at Anheuser-Busch facility on city’s Northside, JSO says
Read full article: Man dies after being stabbed at Anheuser-Busch facility on city’s Northside, JSO saysThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a man died Thursday afternoon after he was stabbed inside the Anheuser-Busch facility.
Florida lawmaker files bill to move forward with creation of Black History museum in St. Johns County
Read full article: Florida lawmaker files bill to move forward with creation of Black History museum in St. Johns CountyA Senate Republican on Thursday filed a proposal that would move forward with creating a Florida Museum of Black History in St. Johns County.
Magic Beach Motel demolition begins in Vilano Beach to make way for new development plans
Read full article: Magic Beach Motel demolition begins in Vilano Beach to make way for new development plansDemolition of the historic Magic Beach Motel in Vilano Beach has begun to make way for new condominiums and retail space, while preserving some iconic elements.
Bankruptcy judge puts off approval of sale of Marineland Dolphin Adventure
Read full article: Bankruptcy judge puts off approval of sale of Marineland Dolphin AdventureA federal bankruptcy judge in Delaware put off a decision on the proposed sale of Marineland Dolphin Adventure, which sits near the St. Johns-Flagler county line, as a community coalition that wants to keep the marine park running voiced concerns and said it was shut out from the bidding process.
‘It’s part of our community’: St. Johns County 17-year-old’s elaborate free haunted house becomes Halloween hit
Read full article: ‘It’s part of our community’: St. Johns County 17-year-old’s elaborate free haunted house becomes Halloween hitTowering 15-foot animatronic creatures loom in the darkness. Narrow corridors twist through a maze of shadows where live actors lurk, ready to emerge from hidden corners. This isn’t a professional haunted attraction – it’s the front yard of a St. Johns County home, transformed into a house of horrors by a local teenager.
Lawyers say ‘refunds are being offered’ after St. Augustine wedding venue’s abrupt closure
Read full article: Lawyers say ‘refunds are being offered’ after St. Augustine wedding venue’s abrupt closureThe legal team representing the owner of Chez L’Amour said refunds are being offered to customers affected by the restaurant’s abrupt closing.
Fired fire chief wins $500,000 in St. Johns County lawsuit after contract breach verdict
Read full article: Fired fire chief wins $500,000 in St. Johns County lawsuit after contract breach verdictFormer St. Johns County fire chief Scott Bullard has been awarded $500,000 after a jury found the county breached his contract rights by refusing to reinstate him.
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 constructionConstruction around EverBank Stadium is leading officials to encourage Florida-Georgia fans to arrive even earlier than usual for Saturday's game.
Georgia officer kills a man who attacked a firefighter with a machete, police say
Read full article: Georgia officer kills a man who attacked a firefighter with a machete, police sayA police officer shot and killed a man who authorities say began attacking a firefighter with a machete in rural east Georgia.
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 JacksonvilleWhether 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.
Man accused of using drone to smuggle fentanyl, meth into Ware County Jail
Read full article: Man accused of using drone to smuggle fentanyl, meth into Ware County JailA 27-year-old man was accused of using a drone to smuggle fentanyl, meth and other drugs into the Ware County Jail, according to the sheriff’s office.
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 JacksonvilleYou 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.
Man who planned to shoot up Atlanta’s airport is arrested in the terminal following tip, police say
Read full article: Man who planned to shoot up Atlanta’s airport is arrested in the terminal following tip, police sayPolice have arrested a man accused of threatening to open fire at the world’s busiest airport in Atlanta.
Child riding electric scooter seriously hurt after colliding with school bus in Clay County
Read full article: Child riding electric scooter seriously hurt after colliding with school bus in Clay CountyA child was struck by a school bus this morning in Clay County, authorities confirmed. Clay County Fire Rescue said, “We can confirm a child was hit by a vehicle this morning. It happened at 4870 CREEK BLUFF LN just before 8:00 AM.”
Clay County parent says child got pinworms twice at Argyle Elementary, adds school was ‘dismissive’
Read full article: Clay County parent says child got pinworms twice at Argyle Elementary, adds school was ‘dismissive’A Clay County mother is calling for accountability from her child’s school after her daughter contracted pinworm infections twice within two months.
No arrests, 2 citations after 120 vehicles stopped at driver’s license checkpoint in Green Cove Springs: CCSO
Read full article: No arrests, 2 citations after 120 vehicles stopped at driver’s license checkpoint in Green Cove Springs: CCSODeputies with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office conducted a driver’s license checkpoint in the Green Cove Springs area on Friday morning.
Jacksonville immigrant advocacy group says it’s ‘deeply concerned’ about CCSO driver’s license checkpoint
Read full article: Jacksonville immigrant advocacy group says it’s ‘deeply concerned’ about CCSO driver’s license checkpointA Jacksonville immigrant advocacy group said it is “deeply concerned” about the Clay County Sheriff’s Office’s conducting a driver’s license checkpoint in Green Cove Springs on Friday.
Nassau County resident receives keys to new home through affordable housing program
Read full article: Nassau County resident receives keys to new home through affordable housing programA Nassau County resident received the keys to a brand new home constructed through the county’s State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP), which provides down payment and rehabilitation assistance for individuals in need.
Man, 37, dies after car rear-ends bicycle on US 1 in Nassau County: FHP
Read full article: Man, 37, dies after car rear-ends bicycle on US 1 in Nassau County: FHPA bicyclist died on Monday evening after being struck by a car on U.S. Highway 1 in Nassau County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
‘My baby needs his dad’: Cuban-American mother struggles to contact husband believed to be at ‘Deportation Depot’
Read full article: ‘My baby needs his dad’: Cuban-American mother struggles to contact husband believed to be at ‘Deportation Depot’A Cuban-American woman who spoke to News4JAX said that her husband was taken into custody in Broward County. She said she and her husband spent time living in Jacksonville and Miami.
Putnam County lieutenant, detective fired, accused of ‘double-dipping,’ stealing over $8K in unworked hours
Read full article: Putnam County lieutenant, detective fired, accused of ‘double-dipping,’ stealing over $8K in unworked hoursTwo Putnam County Sheriff’s Office deputies are facing charges after they were accused of falsifying timecards and stealing more than $8,000 in pay for unworked hours.
Putnam County sexual predator sentenced to life in prison for sex crimes involving children
Read full article: Putnam County sexual predator sentenced to life in prison for sex crimes involving childrenA man was sentenced to life in prison on Wednesday after he was convicted of capital sexual battery in Putnam County, according to the Office of the State Attorney, Seventh Judicial Circuit of Florida.
9-year-old arrested after Putnam County deputies say he brought pocketknife to school, threatened classmates
Read full article: 9-year-old arrested after Putnam County deputies say he brought pocketknife to school, threatened classmatesA 9-year-old in Putnam County is facing charges after deputies said he brought a knife to school and threatened two classmates.
Bankruptcy judge puts off approval of sale of Marineland Dolphin Adventure
Read full article: Bankruptcy judge puts off approval of sale of Marineland Dolphin AdventureA federal bankruptcy judge in Delaware put off a decision on the proposed sale of Marineland Dolphin Adventure, which sits near the St. Johns-Flagler county line, as a community coalition that wants to keep the marine park running voiced concerns and said it was shut out from the bidding process.
Woman now charged with vehicular homicide after her boyfriend died while recovering from Flagler County crash
Read full article: Woman now charged with vehicular homicide after her boyfriend died while recovering from Flagler County crashA 24-year-old woman accused of intentionally crashing her car with her boyfriend inside is now facing an additional vehicular homicide charge, after he died in the hospital eight months after the crash.
New Columbia County K-9 serving school district makes debut by doing demo with handler at School Board meeting
Read full article: New Columbia County K-9 serving school district makes debut by doing demo with handler at School Board meetingColumbia County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Jade and her handler, Deputy Kevin Bailey, made their debut at the most recent School Board meeting on Tuesday with a demonstration of their skills.
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Man dies after being stabbed at Anheuser-Busch facility on city’s Northside, JSO says
Read full article: Man dies after being stabbed at Anheuser-Busch facility on city’s Northside, JSO saysThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a man died Thursday afternoon after he was stabbed inside the Anheuser-Busch facility.
The Making of ‘The Sheriff’: Mother’s sacrifices, father’s memory driving forces behind Raines DB’s title chase
Read full article: The Making of ‘The Sheriff’: Mother’s sacrifices, father’s memory driving forces behind Raines DB’s title chaseRaines defensive back Shareef Jackson, nicknamed "The Sheriff," leads the Vikings' defense while chasing a state title, motivated by his late father's memory, mother's strength, and brother's championship legacy.
Fired UNF instructor says comments about ‘shooting students’ in wake of Charlie Kirk assassination were misunderstood
Read full article: Fired UNF instructor says comments about ‘shooting students’ in wake of Charlie Kirk assassination were misunderstoodA former UNF instructor claims his firing over alleged threats to students was a misunderstanding and seeks reinstatement.
Neglected Northwest Jacksonville cemetery buried in brush slammed with more than $70K in fines
Read full article: Neglected Northwest Jacksonville cemetery buried in brush slammed with more than $70K in finesThe Spiers Brown Roberts Cemetery in Jacksonville is overgrown and fined $76,000, with unclear responsibility for its upkeep due to ownership by an out-of-state construction company.
Looking to donate to a local food pantry? Check out these options
Read full article: Looking to donate to a local food pantry? Check out these optionsFood assistance could dry up Saturday for millions of people who need it, a result of the ongoing federal government shutdown. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has told Americans that no benefits will be issued on Nov. 1 under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, which provides monthly food benefits to low-income people to help them buy groceries. Many generous people are now asking how they can help by donating goods to their local food pantry. Here are some options.
Jacksonville councilman calls for increased safety measures after another shooting along Harts Road
Read full article: Jacksonville councilman calls for increased safety measures after another shooting along Harts RoadAnother shooting along Harts Road on Jacksonville’s Northside is raising new concerns about crime in the area and prompting renewed calls for safety improvements.
Florida lawmaker files bill to move forward with creation of Black History museum in St. Johns County
Read full article: Florida lawmaker files bill to move forward with creation of Black History museum in St. Johns CountyA Senate Republican on Thursday filed a proposal that would move forward with creating a Florida Museum of Black History in St. Johns County.
Magic Beach Motel demolition begins in Vilano Beach to make way for new development plans
Read full article: Magic Beach Motel demolition begins in Vilano Beach to make way for new development plansDemolition of the historic Magic Beach Motel in Vilano Beach has begun to make way for new condominiums and retail space, while preserving some iconic elements.
Bradford County corrections officer fired, arrested after stealing $550 from inmate’s account, sheriff says
Read full article: Bradford County corrections officer fired, arrested after stealing $550 from inmate’s account, sheriff saysA Bradford County corrections officer was fired and arrested after it was revealed that he stole $550 from an inmate’s account, Sheriff Gordon Smith said Thursday morning.
Teen charged in Ocala bonfire shooting during high school homecoming party
Read full article: Teen charged in Ocala bonfire shooting during high school homecoming partyA 17-year-old was charged with multiple firearm offenses after a shooting incident at a high school homecoming bonfire in Ocala.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Carry Forward 5K boosts veteran employment initiatives
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Carry Forward 5K boosts veteran employment initiativesIn this episode of This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition, CEO Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Walt Piatt discusses how WWP has evolved from its founding mission to become a significant force in veteran career transition and economic stability.
Westside apartments left without running water led to an investigation and a search for the owner. Here’s what we found
Read full article: Westside apartments left without running water led to an investigation and a search for the owner. Here’s what we foundThe News4JAX I-TEAM has been investigating ongoing problems at Arbor Oaks Apartments on the west side since September, after a resident reported going days without running water.
Jacksonville Armada owner announces sale to local business owner
Read full article: Jacksonville Armada owner announces sale to local business ownerRobert Palmer, owner of Jacksonville Armada FC, announced the sale of the professional soccer club to a Jacksonville-based business owner, marking a new chapter for the team.
St. Johns River Water Management District shifts watering restrictions to once per week on Nov. 2
Read full article: St. Johns River Water Management District shifts watering restrictions to once per week on Nov. 2The St. Johns River Water Management District is reminding residents and businesses across the Lower St. Johns River basin that watering restrictions will change to once per week on Nov. 2.
Nassau County resident receives keys to new home through affordable housing program
Read full article: Nassau County resident receives keys to new home through affordable housing programA Nassau County resident received the keys to a brand new home constructed through the county’s State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP), which provides down payment and rehabilitation assistance for individuals in need.
Fleming Island High School marching band chosen as 1 of 2 bands in the world to perform in Madrid’s New Year’s parade
Read full article: Fleming Island High School marching band chosen as 1 of 2 bands in the world to perform in Madrid’s New Year’s paradeFleming Island High School’s marching band is taking its talent to Spain. The Golden Eagle marching band was selected to play in Madrid’s annual New Year’s parade in 2027.
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 growthThe Empowered Kitchen is helping local female chefs turn recipes into revenue, and for many, it’s a life-changing first step toward owning a business.
Local students roll up sleeves to pack thousands of meals, battle food insecurity in Jacksonville and beyond
Read full article: Local students roll up sleeves to pack thousands of meals, battle food insecurity in Jacksonville and beyondWith food insecurity becoming a major concern, students at Trinity Christian Academy are making sure local families get the help they need.
A Clay County mother told News4JAX her child got pinworms at school. Days later, a Duval County mother tells us the same
Read full article: A Clay County mother told News4JAX her child got pinworms at school. Days later, a Duval County mother tells us the sameA Duval County mother said her son contracted pinworms at New Berlin Elementary School, adding that the first grader came home with the infection at the end of September, leading to a difficult experience for her family.
A Florida senior gets about $2 a day in SNAP benefits. If it expires, she says she won’t have food next month
Read full article: A Florida senior gets about $2 a day in SNAP benefits. If it expires, she says she won’t have food next monthVanessa Lockett, a 73-year-old disabled retiree living on a fixed income in Jacksonville, is worried about losing her Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. She relies on the program to buy food, but the current federal government shutdown threatens to halt SNAP funding starting Nov. 1.
Man driving SUV dies in crash with Jeep on Jacksonville’s Southside
Read full article: Man driving SUV dies in crash with Jeep on Jacksonville’s SouthsideA man in his 50s died following a crash at the intersection of Monument and Lee roads in Jacksonville, marking the 141st traffic fatality in Duval County this year.
Fletcher High School temporarily locked down due to online threat, student who made threat facing ‘severe consequences’
Read full article: Fletcher High School temporarily locked down due to online threat, student who made threat facing ‘severe consequences’Fletcher High School was briefly placed on lockdown on Wednesday after an online threat to “shoot up the school” was made by a student, according to the school’s principal.
Jacksonville mother says students bully her daughter with drill rap songs about her son’s 2022 killing
Read full article: Jacksonville mother says students bully her daughter with drill rap songs about her son’s 2022 killingA Jacksonville mother is highlighting her family's pain from bullying in school, stemming from students making drill raps about her son's murder.
Jacksonville business owner shares firsthand account of Hurricane Melissa damage in Jamaica
Read full article: Jacksonville business owner shares firsthand account of Hurricane Melissa damage in JamaicaA Jacksonville business owner in Jamaica is providing a firsthand look at the damage caused by Hurricane Melissa.
New Columbia County K-9 serving school district makes debut by doing demo with handler at School Board meeting
Read full article: New Columbia County K-9 serving school district makes debut by doing demo with handler at School Board meetingColumbia County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Jade and her handler, Deputy Kevin Bailey, made their debut at the most recent School Board meeting on Tuesday with a demonstration of their skills.
Trial for Erik Sparre, man accused in 1985 Georgia double murder, ends in mistrial one day after testimony begins
Read full article: Trial for Erik Sparre, man accused in 1985 Georgia double murder, ends in mistrial one day after testimony beginsThe trial for Erik Sparre, the man accused of killing a husband and wife in a Camden County church 40 years ago, ended in a mistrial on Wednesday, according to the Camden County Clerk’s office.
‘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 shutdownThe exchange of food into the hands of those in need is more frequent these days at Lutheran Social Services of Northeast Florida’s food pantry. But they’re running into a huge problem: Supplies are running low.
‘Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee’: Jane Doe in Sumter County identified after nearly 55 years as 21-year-old mother of 2
Read full article: ‘Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee’: Jane Doe in Sumter County identified after nearly 55 years as 21-year-old mother of 2The victim of one of the strangest and longest-running cold cases in Florida has been identified nearly 55 years after her body was found in Sumter County.
AAA warns of increased Halloween dangers with holiday falling on Friday
Read full article: AAA warns of increased Halloween dangers with holiday falling on FridayAAA is cautioning residents about a hazardous mix of increased foot traffic from trick-or-treaters, more weekend parties, and a higher likelihood of impaired driving.
