Two Putnam County Sheriff’s Office marine units were involved in a boat crash near the Palatka City Dock while returning from assisting with Boaters Skip Day in Clay County.
Clay County marine deputies patrolled Boater Skip Day on the St. Johns River, using mutual aid, radios and emergency lanes to respond quickly to medical calls, heat issues and drifting boats.
Former NFL defensive end and Super Bowl champion Cliff Avril returns to Jacksonville to host his foundation's flag football tournament and Family Fun Day. The Clay High School alum sat down with News4JAX to talk about his mission to empower youth in the community.
An 82-year-old Middleburg woman is facing a misdemeanor animal cruelty charge after a deputy found her dog locked inside a hot car last week, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
With ‘Boater Skip Day’ approaching, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents and visitors to prioritize safety on the water.
A 50-year-old man who worked as a substitute teacher and youth basketball coach was arrested Tuesday after a Clay County Sheriff’s Office investigation into child exploitation, authorities said.
From Democratic Mayor Donna Deegan to Republican controlled Clay County, leaders across the Jacksonville area are voicing concerns about local budget reductions that could result from a major property tax cut plan devised by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
A Ridgeview High School teacher was arrested and placed on administrative leave after Clay County Sheriff’s Office investigators said he sent sexually explicit messages and photographs to a student on social media.
Deputies with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office are actively searching for a man they say ran from a traffic stop Friday morning in Keystone Heights.
The Florida Department of Health in Clay County has issued a health alert after harmful blue-green algae toxins were detected in Duck Creek, warning residents and visitors to avoid contact with the water.
After 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.
A 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.
The longest tenured head coach in the area, Clay High softball coach Matt Lewis said Monday afternoon that this season was his last. The Blue Devils won back-to-back district championships, something Lewis said was important to him and the program. He ends his career with 551 wins and a state title.
The family of a man who was fatally shot by a Clay County deputy has retained civil rights attorney Ben Crump.
A 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.
As 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.
A Jacksonville man was arrested Tuesday after deputies found an elderly woman who had been stabbed multiple times in an unincorporated area of Clay County, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office said.
The family of a man who was fatally shot by a Clay County deputy has retained civil rights attorney Ben Crump.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office said there will be an increased law enforcement presence near Clay High School out of precaution due to a “disturbing comment” a student made on a social media post.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office said it is aware of the video circulating on social media regarding the fatal officer-involved shooting of a man during a Department of Children and Families investigation in Oakleaf on Saturday.
The brother of a man who Clay County deputies fatally shot during a Department of Children and Families investigation in the Silverleaf neighborhood called for answers and accountability, as the NAACP demanded a thorough probe into whether lethal force was necessary during the confrontation in the Silverleaf neighborhood.
The lockdown at Orange Park High was lifted Monday after a “threat of a weapon” at the school and all parties involved are being interviewed, Sheriff Michelle Cook said in a Facebook post.
A Fleming Island mother is asking for prayers and answers after her daughter was brutally attacked outside a convenience store in San Diego County and remains on life support with a traumatic brain injury.
Clay County Schools held a job fair on Wednesday to fill a growing list of open positions, including teachers across multiple grade levels and subjects, as well as nurses.
A social media influencer known for posting “predator catcher” videos has been arrested in Clay County on an extortion charge, as investigators warn that vigilante-style confrontations online may undermine efforts to prosecute crimes against children.
April Freeman is inviting nurses from around the world to join her to celebrate National and International Nurses Day on May 6th and May 7 at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, respectively.
Wildfire smoke isn’t just a concern for people — it can be just as harmful to pets, according to Dr. Christian Broadhurst with the Clay Humane Society.
Firefighters continue to battle a wildfire burning along the southern Clay County and northern Putnam County line, with the fire now 65% contained and spanning 4,413 acres, according to Clay County Fire Rescue.
Clay County Fire Rescue crews responded to a fully involved tractor-trailer fire Friday at 4189 County Road 15A, officials said.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office released new information Thursday regarding the body of an unidentified man was found burned to death in early April, which prompted a homicide investigation.
Firefighters continue working to contain a blaze that has charred more than 4,000 acres around the Putnam and Clay County line. Fire crews tell News4JAX that digging fire lines non-stop has been critical to getting the Railroad Fire to 55% containment.
The massive Railroad Fire burning near the Clay–Putnam County line now spans around 4,186 acres and is about 55% contained, as of Wednesday morning.
As wildfires continue burning across parts of Clay and Putnam counties, some families living in the area are choosing to stay, even as the flames remain an active threat.
The body of an unidentified man was found burned to death, prompting the Clay County Sheriff’s Office to open a homicide investigation.
Clay County and state fire officials warned residents Tuesday that a massive wildfire burning near the Clay–Putnam county line could be just the beginning as exceptionally dry conditions and gusty winds fuel what’s expected to be a long—and busy—wildfire season.
A growing wildfire near the Clay–Putnam county line has left smoke lingering across nearby neighborhoods, including along White Tail Trail, where scorched patches of land and haze show how close the fire has come to homes.
The community is stepping up to support the firefighters battling a 4,000-acre wildfire as they work to protect homes and businesses.
The massive Railroad Fire burning near the Clay–Putnam County line continues to grow—now spanning around 3,000 acres and only about 10% contained.
Two wildfires burning in North Florida merged Saturday into a single blaze now known as the Railroad Fire, prompting evacuations, road closures and railway suspensions across Clay and Putnam counties.
A Clay County couple has been sentenced after deputies say a woman helped her fiancé pose as a nurse who oversaw the care of an elderly man who died.
The Railroad Fire in northern Putnam County, north of Bostwick and east of US 17, is prompting evacuation orders from Putnam County Emergency Management.
Clay County deputies responding to a welfare check discovered two people dead inside a Fleming Island apartment Saturday, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
A Clay County youth program is earning national recognition for preparing young people to become disciplined leaders and engaged citizens — all while serving the Jacksonville community.
Two fast-moving brush fires burning near the Clay–Putnam County line are growing into a single large fire burning more than 3,000 acres, threatening structures and forcing voluntary evacuations, according to Florida Forestry Service spokesperson Dr. Ludie Bond.
State and local fire crews are battling two fast-spreading wildfires just a few miles apart from each other near the Clay-Putnam County line, threatening structures and prompting voluntary evacuations.
Water sample testing is underway, but DOH-Clay said even though the presence of toxins hasn’t been confirmed yet, people should proceed as if they’re there.
A 34-year-old math teacher and athletics coach at a Jacksonville private school has been arrested on multiple charges related to child exploitation following an investigation by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
A school bus carrying 10 students sideswiped a trailer Thursday afternoon in Orange Park, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A Temple Christian Academy employee has been arrested and charged with multiple felonies involving minors, following an investigation by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Before Florida voters cast their ballots for high-profile 2026 elections in a few months, some Clay County voters have already completed the process on matters that will directly impact them.
Federal authorities announced criminal charges Tuesday in an investigation into a scheme that arranged sham marriages between Chinese nationals and U.S. service members, including a wedding staged April 10 at Spring Park in Green Cove Springs.
A 13-year-old Clay County student is drawing - literally - national attention for the colorful monsters he creates every day.
An FDLE Missing Child Alert for Naomi Cernik was issued Wednesday night just after 9 p.m. She is about 5 feet 3 inches and has curly blonde hair.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing 16-year-old girl who was last seen in the Grand Teton Drive area on Wednesday.
Clay County Fair traffic is off to a smoother start this year after two new ramps opened at the First Coast Expressway and State Road 16 interchange, giving drivers another route in and out of the fairgrounds.
Thousands turned out for day one of the Clay County Fair, taking in ducklings at the barn, midway rides, fried Oreos and interviews with fairgoers on why they return.
As home prices continue to climb across Northeast Florida, homeownership is slipping further out of reach for many families, especially those living on fixed incomes.
Clay County Schools achieved a 97% graduation rate at its seven traditional high schools, with district leaders attributing the success to strong staff commitment and consistent student support.
From goats to peacocks, a hobby-turned-homestead in Keystone Heights raises a lively mix of animals and sells what they produce.
The Clay County Historical Society, which was founded in 1966 by local residents, collects, preserves and promotes the history of Clay County. It will host a Railroad Festival in May for the first time in 15 years.
A lot of fun will be packed into the next 11 days at the Clay County Fairgrounds, from amusement rides and fair food to music and much more, as the Clay County Fair gets underway, celebrating 40 years in Green Cove Springs.
The final two ramps at the interchange of the First Coast Expressway (State Road 23) and State Road 16 will open to traffic this Wednesday. And the timing could make a big difference for traffic as the Clay County Fair opens on Thursday.
Clay County School District said Tuesday morning that buses may be delayed or unavailable in the Bluejay to South Dolphin area due to heavy smoke.
The final two ramps at the interchange of the First Coast Expressway (State Road 23) and State Road 16 will open to traffic this Wednesday. And the timing could make a big difference for traffic as the Clay County Fair opens on Thursday.
A community came together Sunday to remember and celebrate the life of a promising young Jacksonville firefighter who died last week in a car crash.
A candlelight vigil will be held Saturday evening at Keystone Beach for the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department engineer who died in a car crash, the family announced on social media.
Civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump said he is investigating what he describes as a possible pattern of excessive force by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, following the release of video showing a violent arrest in Clay County.
A body-worn camera video showing the arrest of a Jacksonville man during an undercover drug and gang investigation has gone viral on social media, prompting questions about whether officers used excessive force.
A blind fourth grader in Clay County is boosting her braille literacy and advocating for access to books with help from the New Worlds Reading program.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office said on Friday that it is aware of a planned “takedown” event expected to take place at the Orange Park Mall this weekend and will be actively monitoring the situation.
A 17-year-old from Jacksonville is facing exploitation charges after he allegedly offered to clean the driveway of a 79-year-old Middleburg man before taking him to three separate banks to withdraw over $10,000.
Touch A Truck: Saluting Those Who Serve, presented by VyStar, returns with a patriotic twist to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary.
Members of the public and media are given rare access Wednesday to watch bomb squads and explosive ordnance disposal teams train for worst-case scenarios during the Army-backed Raven Challenge.
Whitey’s Fish Camp, a Fleming Island seafood restaurant founded in 1963, was sold on March 12 for $3.8 million, as reported by our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.
A Clay County jury has found Kiaun Miller guilty of second-degree murder in the December 2020 shooting death of his ex, with whom he shared a son.
Orange Park Police and the Clay County Sheriff’s Office stepped up patrols at Get Air Trampoline Park on Friday after online rumors described an unauthorized “takeover” event at the facility. Leo Davis, general manager at Get Air, said staff and law enforcement coordinated extra safety measures to keep families safe.
With spring break starting next week, students in Clay County have one more day of classes before the holiday, and the Orange Park Police Department says it is working to head off rumors of an unauthorized event planned for Friday night that could draw large numbers of unsupervised juveniles.
At the White House on Thursday, Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook was honored by President Donald Trump while attending a Women’s History Month event in Washington, D.C.
A Broward County judge threw out a red-light camera ticket, ruling the statute that shifts proof to vehicle owners is unconstitutional — a decision that could ripple to Clay County, where cameras are active in Orange Park and Green Cove Springs.
Clay County Schools and the Clay County Sheriff’s Office will begin bringing K-9 units into high schools to search for weapons, drugs and other prohibited items, the district said.
Clay County’s 10th annual Strawberry Festival drew more than 10,000 people Sunday, and despite the crowds and some passing rain showers, law enforcement says traffic moved smoothly in and out of the fairgrounds.
