Bradford County students honor fallen soldiers with Memorial Day flag planting
Read full article: Bradford County students honor fallen soldiers with Memorial Day flag plantingStudents from Bradford County Schools brought more than just flags to a local cemetery this Memorial Day — they brought a growing understanding of why the holiday matters.

‘It’s internet self-defense’: Safety experts share tips for online dating and meetup apps after sexual assault string
Read full article: ‘It’s internet self-defense’: Safety experts share tips for online dating and meetup apps after sexual assault stringA man accused of sexually assaulting three women on three consecutive days is awaiting his day in court.

Fernandina Beach e-bike ordinance one step away from becoming law amid downtown safety complaints
Read full article: Fernandina Beach e-bike ordinance one step away from becoming law amid downtown safety complaintsFernandina Beach leaders said e-bikes are becoming a growing safety concern downtown, with complaints about riders speeding, doing wheelies and blowing through stop signs.
Charter bus driver, 2 teens hurt after tire blows out, causes crash on I-95 in St. Johns County: FHP
Read full article: Charter bus driver, 2 teens hurt after tire blows out, causes crash on I-95 in St. Johns County: FHPEmergency crews are on the scene of a crash involving a charter bus on I-95 South in St. Johns County Thursday afternoon.

Voices of the 904 Ep. 6 - The rhythmic heartbeat at the center of Jacksonville’s street dance scene
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 6 - The rhythmic heartbeat at the center of Jacksonville’s street dance sceneOn this episode of “Voices of the 904,” Rochelle Underdue and Shirley Murray reflect on the 10-year journey of “In the Midst,” a Jacksonville dance platform rooted in hip-hop and street culture. The two discuss artistic expression, storytelling, and how the platform has evolved into a safe space that uplifts underground street dancers while building community, creativity, and visibility through movement.
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JSO’s 3-day operation to crack down on sex work, human trafficking leads to 25 arrests in Jacksonville Beach
Read full article: JSO’s 3-day operation to crack down on sex work, human trafficking leads to 25 arrests in Jacksonville BeachJacksonville Sheriff’s Office detectives, working alongside Jacksonville Beach Police, arrested 25 people in three days as part of a targeted operation aimed at reducing the demand for sex work and combating human trafficking.

‘It’s internet self-defense’: Safety experts share tips for online dating and meetup apps after sexual assault string
Read full article: ‘It’s internet self-defense’: Safety experts share tips for online dating and meetup apps after sexual assault stringA man accused of sexually assaulting three women on three consecutive days is awaiting his day in court.

A $500M project coming to Springfield could help address Jacksonville’s housing affordability crisis
Read full article: A $500M project coming to Springfield could help address Jacksonville’s housing affordability crisisA major mixed-use development planned for Jacksonville’s Springfield neighborhood aims to bring hundreds of new housing units to the area, including affordable and workforce housing options.
3 men arrested in connection with December double shooting at Westside parking lot with long history of noise complaints
Read full article: 3 men arrested in connection with December double shooting at Westside parking lot with long history of noise complaintsA 26-year-old Jacksonville man is facing a murder charge after a shooting in a parking lot on Edgewood Avenue North left one man dead and another injured.

This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Exploring Dapper D’s new concept in downtown
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Exploring Dapper D’s new concept in downtownEntrepreneur Darien “Jack” Jackson returns to This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition to open his newest downtown venture in the Elbow: Dapper Cheesesteaks downstairs paired with a cigar lounge experience upstairs in the former 11 Ocean space.
Charter bus driver, 2 teens hurt after tire blows out, causes crash on I-95 in St. Johns County: FHP
Read full article: Charter bus driver, 2 teens hurt after tire blows out, causes crash on I-95 in St. Johns County: FHPEmergency crews are on the scene of a crash involving a charter bus on I-95 South in St. Johns County Thursday afternoon.
Hastings church wins appeal to stop pizza restaurant within feet of the building from serving alcohol
Read full article: Hastings church wins appeal to stop pizza restaurant within feet of the building from serving alcoholA dispute over whether Main Street Pizza in Hastings can serve beer and wine is headed for a final decision before the St. Johns County Commission next week.

St. Johns County commissioners weigh changes after IRONMAN Jacksonville traffic delays, safety concerns
Read full article: St. Johns County commissioners weigh changes after IRONMAN Jacksonville traffic delays, safety concernsSt. Johns County commissioners are weighing what happens next after the first-ever IRONMAN Jacksonville triathlon caused major traffic delays in parts of Ponte Vedra and Nocatee over the weekend.

St. Johns fire union say they’re stuck without a contract; state impasse process now underway
Read full article: St. Johns fire union say they’re stuck without a contract; state impasse process now underwayThe union representing St. Johns County firefighters says its members have been working without a contract since Oct. 1, and that negotiations with the county have moved into a formal state impasse process that could ultimately go before county commissioners.
St. Johns County offering free Memorial Day weekend beach shuttles
Read full article: St. Johns County offering free Memorial Day weekend beach shuttlesSt. Johns County Beach Services will offer two free shuttles throughout Memorial Day weekend to reduce traffic congestion during one of the busiest holiday weekends on St. Johns County’s beaches.
Georgia Primary 2026: Here are the results in key races
Read full article: Georgia Primary 2026: Here are the results in key racesRepublican Rep. Mike Collins and former college football coach Derek Dooley have advanced to a June 16 runoff to see who will challenge Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff.

Georgia Primary: 8,000 Camden County voters cast ballots as key governor, Senate races take shape
Read full article: Georgia Primary: 8,000 Camden County voters cast ballots as key governor, Senate races take shapeGeorgians turned out at the polls Tuesday for the state’s primary election, with voters in Camden County casting ballots that will help determine November’s candidates in some of the state’s most closely watched races for governor and U.S. Senate.
Georgia Republicans dig in for runoffs for Senate and governor as campaigns go into overtime
Read full article: Georgia Republicans dig in for runoffs for Senate and governor as campaigns go into overtimeRep. Mike Collins and Derek Dooley will compete for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in a June 16 runoff, as neither received at least 50% of the vote in Tuesday’s primary to win outright.
Georgia Republicans dig in for runoffs for Senate and governor as campaigns go into overtime
Read full article: Georgia Republicans dig in for runoffs for Senate and governor as campaigns go into overtimeRep. Mike Collins and Derek Dooley will compete for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in a June 16 runoff, as neither received at least 50% of the vote in Tuesday’s primary to win outright.
2 Brunswick men sentenced to life in prison without parole in deadly 2024 retaliation ambush shooting
Read full article: 2 Brunswick men sentenced to life in prison without parole in deadly 2024 retaliation ambush shootingTwo men from Brunswick will spend the rest of their lives behind bars after they were convicted of killing a 35-year-old Brunswick man in what prosecutors described as a retaliation ambush shooting in 2024.

Fleming Island father starts nonprofit after daughter’s death, aims to expand mental health support
Read full article: Fleming Island father starts nonprofit after daughter’s death, aims to expand mental health supportAfter the death of his 16-year-old daughter, a Fleming Island father is turning grief into action by launching a nonprofit aimed at connecting families to mental health resources and strengthening suicide prevention in Clay and Putnam counties.

Clay County school bus driver hit in face by piece of wood that flew off truck, no students on board injured
Read full article: Clay County school bus driver hit in face by piece of wood that flew off truck, no students on board injuredA Clay County school bus driver was injured Wednesday morning when a piece of wood flew off a passing truck and struck them in the face while students were on board.

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, officials hold press conference on man fatally shot by CCSO deputies
Read full article: Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, officials hold press conference on man fatally shot by CCSO deputiesThe family of a man who was fatally shot by a Clay County deputy has retained civil rights attorney Ben Crump.
Clay County woman says $900 water bill equal to filling 6 swimming pools still can’t be explained
Read full article: Clay County woman says $900 water bill equal to filling 6 swimming pools still can’t be explainedA Clay County woman says she is still searching for answers after being charged nearly $900 by the Clay County Utility Authority during a single billing cycle.
Clay County nonprofit expands supportive housing as families struggle with rising costs
Read full article: Clay County nonprofit expands supportive housing as families struggle with rising costsAs housing costs continue to rise across Northeast Florida, one Clay County nonprofit says more families are finding themselves on the brink of homelessness often after a single financial setback.

Fernandina Beach e-bike ordinance one step away from becoming law amid downtown safety complaints
Read full article: Fernandina Beach e-bike ordinance one step away from becoming law amid downtown safety complaintsFernandina Beach leaders said e-bikes are becoming a growing safety concern downtown, with complaints about riders speeding, doing wheelies and blowing through stop signs.
Fernandina Beach eyes e-bike ordinance to regulate speed limits amid safety concerns
Read full article: Fernandina Beach eyes e-bike ordinance to regulate speed limits amid safety concernsFernandina Beach city commissioners took up a proposed e-bike ordinance Tuesday night in a first reading, sparking debate over safety, enforcement, and the growing popularity of electric bicycles.

JEA’s canceled $1-a-year land deal with Nassau County charity sparks state attorney’s scrutiny
Read full article: JEA’s canceled $1-a-year land deal with Nassau County charity sparks state attorney’s scrutinyA canceled land deal between JEA and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Nassau County Foundation has attracted the notice of State Attorney Melissa Nelson’s office, according to a subpoena that one of her veteran prosecutors sent last week to the utility, a copy of which The Florida Trib and News4JAX reviewed.
Baker County Sheriff’s Office investigating murder-suicide of Olustee camp host couple
Read full article: Baker County Sheriff’s Office investigating murder-suicide of Olustee camp host coupleThe Baker County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a murder suicide of a camp host couple in Olustee on Sunday.
School bus rear-ended by van in Baker County; no injuries reported
Read full article: School bus rear-ended by van in Baker County; no injuries reportedA school bus carrying students was rear-ended by a van Thursday afternoon in Baker County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. No injuries were reported in the crash.
SJR State softball team heading back to NJCAA DII world series for third straight season
Read full article: SJR State softball team heading back to NJCAA DII world series for third straight seasonThe St. Johns River State College softball team is heading back to the NJCAA DII Softball World Series. The Vikings look to claim their second national championship in three years.
Palatka man arrested on animal cruelty charges after dog found with chain embedded in neck: PCSO
Read full article: Palatka man arrested on animal cruelty charges after dog found with chain embedded in neck: PCSOA Palatka man is behind bars after deputies say five dogs were found in deplorable conditions at his Washington Street home, including one dog that required emergency surgery to remove a chain embedded in her neck.

Fleming Island father starts nonprofit after daughter’s death, aims to expand mental health support
Read full article: Fleming Island father starts nonprofit after daughter’s death, aims to expand mental health supportAfter the death of his 16-year-old daughter, a Fleming Island father is turning grief into action by launching a nonprofit aimed at connecting families to mental health resources and strengthening suicide prevention in Clay and Putnam counties.
2 Flagler County juveniles accused of stealing fishing poles from truck
Read full article: 2 Flagler County juveniles accused of stealing fishing poles from truckDeputies with the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office arrested two juveniles after an investigation into a car burglary led to the recovery of stolen fishing poles, the office said.
Flagler County Sheriff’s Office warns residents about scams, fraud after investigating 150+ cases
Read full article: Flagler County Sheriff’s Office warns residents about scams, fraud after investigating 150+ casesThe Flagler County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents to remain vigilant as criminals continue to target individuals and families across the county with scams and fraud schemes.
Columbia County will not issue fireworks tent permits amid countywide burn ban
Read full article: Columbia County will not issue fireworks tent permits amid countywide burn banThe Lake City Fire Department has put a countywide burn ban in effect due to extreme drought conditions currently affecting the area.
Columbia County Sheriff’s Office uses DNA, forensic genealogy to identify man nearly 50 years after remains found
Read full article: Columbia County Sheriff’s Office uses DNA, forensic genealogy to identify man nearly 50 years after remains foundThe Columbia County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday that skeletal remains found nearly 50 years ago along Interstate 75 have been identified, bringing closure to a cold case that began in 1978.
Lake City daycare worker accused of abuse caught on video tossing, shaking a now hospitalized infant: arrest report
Read full article: Lake City daycare worker accused of abuse caught on video tossing, shaking a now hospitalized infant: arrest reportA Lake City daycare worker is facing a felony charge after surveillance footage captured multiple instances of alleged abuse involving an infant in her care, according to her arrest report.
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A $500M project coming to Springfield could help address Jacksonville’s housing affordability crisis
Read full article: A $500M project coming to Springfield could help address Jacksonville’s housing affordability crisisA major mixed-use development planned for Jacksonville’s Springfield neighborhood aims to bring hundreds of new housing units to the area, including affordable and workforce housing options.

Former JROTC instructor charged with child abuse after he was caught on camera treating student like dog: JSO
Read full article: Former JROTC instructor charged with child abuse after he was caught on camera treating student like dog: JSOA former Duval County Public Schools JROTC instructor has been charged with child abuse after police said he was caught on camera treating a Sandalwood High student like a dog, including using a belt as a “leash” and telling her to do tricks.
3 men arrested in connection with December double shooting at Westside parking lot with long history of noise complaints
Read full article: 3 men arrested in connection with December double shooting at Westside parking lot with long history of noise complaintsA 26-year-old Jacksonville man is facing a murder charge after a shooting in a parking lot on Edgewood Avenue North left one man dead and another injured.

Memorial Day weekend travel expected to break record despite high gas prices, expensive airfares
Read full article: Memorial Day weekend travel expected to break record despite high gas prices, expensive airfaresBetween May 21 and May 25, more than 45 million Americans are expected to travel for Memorial Day weekend. That is the most since AAA started keeping count. But the difference in the number of people traveling this year compared to 2025 is less than 1%, which is the smallest increase in more than a decade.

Road rangers warn drivers about top 3 breakdown causes, Move Over Law ahead of Memorial Day travel
Read full article: Road rangers warn drivers about top 3 breakdown causes, Move Over Law ahead of Memorial Day travelWith Memorial Day weekend approaching and more drivers expected on the road, Florida road rangers are warning motorists about the three most common reasons drivers end up stranded.

This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Exploring Dapper D’s new concept in downtown
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Exploring Dapper D’s new concept in downtownEntrepreneur Darien “Jack” Jackson returns to This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition to open his newest downtown venture in the Elbow: Dapper Cheesesteaks downstairs paired with a cigar lounge experience upstairs in the former 11 Ocean space.

Bruce Hamilton: Getting surprising PET scan results before visit to doctor
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: Getting surprising PET scan results before visit to doctorNews4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton finally got his PET scan results, and they confirmed where the cancer lies and how to go ahead with the battle.

Duval County Schools book removals draw scrutiny from national free expression group
Read full article: Duval County Schools book removals draw scrutiny from national free expression groupDuval County Schools has more than doubled the number of books removed from shelves through an internal review process, raising transparency concerns from PEN America. The free expression group criticizes the lack of public oversight, noting the removals disproportionately impact students with limited access to books outside school. The district states the removals follow a state-mandated review by certified media specialists, separate from formal book challenges. Supporters of book challenges argue alternative access exists, but critics question whether a small group should decide what the entire community can access.
Man found guilty of 2 charges related to 2025 disturbance at Jacksonville city council meeting
Read full article: Man found guilty of 2 charges related to 2025 disturbance at Jacksonville city council meetingA man arrested during a disturbance at a Jacksonville City Council meeting nearly a year ago has been found guilty of two charges stemming from the incident.

Witness describes moments after alleged attack in elevator involving man suspected in string of sexual assaults
Read full article: Witness describes moments after alleged attack in elevator involving man suspected in string of sexual assaultsA man suspected of sexually assaulting multiple women — several of them on consecutive days — is now in custody after an alleged attack inside an elevator at his apartment complex.

Fleming Island father starts nonprofit after daughter’s death, aims to expand mental health support
Read full article: Fleming Island father starts nonprofit after daughter’s death, aims to expand mental health supportAfter the death of his 16-year-old daughter, a Fleming Island father is turning grief into action by launching a nonprofit aimed at connecting families to mental health resources and strengthening suicide prevention in Clay and Putnam counties.
Seaweed City: Sargassum washing up in piles on local beaches - and it stinks
Read full article: Seaweed City: Sargassum washing up in piles on local beaches - and it stinksIf you’ve visited the beach recently, you may have noticed massive piles of brown seaweed blanketing the shoreline. That seaweed is called sargassum — and it’s washing up in droves along Florida’s east coast.
Hastings church wins appeal to stop pizza restaurant within feet of the building from serving alcohol
Read full article: Hastings church wins appeal to stop pizza restaurant within feet of the building from serving alcoholA dispute over whether Main Street Pizza in Hastings can serve beer and wine is headed for a final decision before the St. Johns County Commission next week.
Video shows man accused of kicking in doors to multiple homes point gun at JSO officers before being shot
Read full article: Video shows man accused of kicking in doors to multiple homes point gun at JSO officers before being shotThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office released the footage of the moments that led to the fatal shooting of a man armed with a gun, who police said kicked in the doors of four homes in the Holiday Hill neighborhood.

Clay County school bus driver hit in face by piece of wood that flew off truck, no students on board injured
Read full article: Clay County school bus driver hit in face by piece of wood that flew off truck, no students on board injuredA Clay County school bus driver was injured Wednesday morning when a piece of wood flew off a passing truck and struck them in the face while students were on board.
Whole Foods Market to open on Riverside Ave. Thursday, first 300 customers to receive tote bags and coupons
Read full article: Whole Foods Market to open on Riverside Ave. Thursday, first 300 customers to receive tote bags and couponsWhole Foods Market will open a new 38,432-square-foot store at 1 Riverside Ave. in downtown Jacksonville on Thursday. The store will open at 8 a.m. on opening day; regular hours will be 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.

Justice 4 All: What you should know about illegal drag racing & street takeovers
Read full article: Justice 4 All: What you should know about illegal drag racing & street takeoversOn The Morning Show on Wednesday, local attorney Millicent Daniels joined News4JAX anchor Millicent Daniels to talk about drag racing and street takeovers, which she says are a major concern in Florida.
Reports detail multiple traffic incidents during IRONMAN event, including JSO officer whose foot was run over
Read full article: Reports detail multiple traffic incidents during IRONMAN event, including JSO officer whose foot was run overMultiple traffic incidents are tied to the IRONMAN Jacksonville Triathlon on May 16, prompting responses by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, including one in which an officer was injured, according to crash reports.
St. Augustine man fatally struck by car while crossing SR 24 in Alachua County
Read full article: St. Augustine man fatally struck by car while crossing SR 24 in Alachua CountyA pedestrian was killed Wednesday morning after being hit by a car while trying to cross State Road 24, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Deegan, developers break ground on $200M luxury high-rise Southbank Residences along St. Johns River
Read full article: Deegan, developers break ground on $200M luxury high-rise Southbank Residences along St. Johns RiverMayor Donna Deegan and developers from the Related Group on Friday broke ground on the Southbank Residences, a more-than-$200 million luxury high-rise complex along the St. Johns River, officials said.

Diagnosis to discovery: How a brain cancer survivor became a scientist helping others find answers
Read full article: Diagnosis to discovery: How a brain cancer survivor became a scientist helping others find answersEvery brain tumor is different, and doctors often don’t know which drug will work best. Now, a brain cancer survivor is working to change that, not just for himself, but for every patient who comes next.
Parking plan, first residents, and retail timeline take shape at Pearl Square downtown
Read full article: Parking plan, first residents, and retail timeline take shape at Pearl Square downtownA stretch of downtown Jacksonville that has long seen empty lots and quiet sidewalks is beginning to change as construction and planning ramp up around the Pearl Square development.

Classic late-Spring pattern means a hot day ahead
Read full article: Classic late-Spring pattern means a hot day aheadOverall, today has that classic late-spring Jacksonville pattern: hot afternoons, building sea-breeze clouds, muggy evenings, and just enough Atlantic influence to keep conditions from becoming excessively oppressive.

IRONMAN Jacksonville: A behind-the-scenes look at race day (and the dolphins didn’t disappoint)
Read full article: IRONMAN Jacksonville: A behind-the-scenes look at race day (and the dolphins didn’t disappoint)News4Jax Anchor Joy Purdy got the chance to go behind the scenes on race day—bringing you as close to the action as possible, from the swim start to the transition zone.
Fernandina Beach eyes e-bike ordinance to regulate speed limits amid safety concerns
Read full article: Fernandina Beach eyes e-bike ordinance to regulate speed limits amid safety concernsFernandina Beach city commissioners took up a proposed e-bike ordinance Tuesday night in a first reading, sparking debate over safety, enforcement, and the growing popularity of electric bicycles.
JSO: Man charged in elevator attempted rape says he’s committed 5 similar attacks
Read full article: JSO: Man charged in elevator attempted rape says he’s committed 5 similar attacksA Jacksonville man is facing a felony charge after police say he followed a woman into an elevator at a Southside apartment complex, pulled a knife and attempted to sexually batter her, according to a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office arrest report.

Georgia Primary: 8,000 Camden County voters cast ballots as key governor, Senate races take shape
Read full article: Georgia Primary: 8,000 Camden County voters cast ballots as key governor, Senate races take shapeGeorgians turned out at the polls Tuesday for the state’s primary election, with voters in Camden County casting ballots that will help determine November’s candidates in some of the state’s most closely watched races for governor and U.S. Senate.

Jax Beach city leaders consider 2-year plan to let bars, restaurants expand outdoor space for Jaguars game-day crowds
Read full article: Jax Beach city leaders consider 2-year plan to let bars, restaurants expand outdoor space for Jaguars game-day crowdsJacksonville Beach city leaders are considering a two-year pilot program that would allow some bars and restaurants to temporarily expand their outdoor capacity on Jaguars game days, a move they say could help handle increased crowds during upcoming stadium renovations.
The Jacksonville Jazz Festival returns Downtown. Here’s everything you need to know
Read full article: The Jacksonville Jazz Festival returns Downtown. Here’s everything you need to knowThe Jacksonville Jazz Festival returns to downtown Jacksonville for Memorial Day weekend, May 21-24, bringing a star-studded, free lineup to Ford on Bay.
Hunt invasive pythons, win up to $10K: Florida Python Challenge set for July
Read full article: Hunt invasive pythons, win up to $10K: Florida Python Challenge set for JulyThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Florida Python Challenge is returning this summer, giving participants a chance to win a share of $25,000 in prizes while helping protect the Everglades ecosystem.

‘We can’t get answers’: Residents fear eviction as foreclosure lawsuits hit complexes tied to troubled landlord
Read full article: ‘We can’t get answers’: Residents fear eviction as foreclosure lawsuits hit complexes tied to troubled landlordTenants at two Westside apartment complexes say they were caught off guard after being served foreclosure lawsuit paperwork, leaving many fearful they could lose their homes and frustrated by what they describe as little communication from management.


