A Jacksonville man was arrested on Wednesday and accused of pulling a “deadly weapon” on neighbors during a dispute involving children.
Thursday was the deadline for former Duval Teachers United president “Terrie” Brady and former vice president Ruby George to report to their designated federal prison to begin serving their sentences for fraud. Both are now in federal custody.
Mayor Donna Deegan will officially file paperwork on Thursday to seek re-election, citing progress on neighborhoods, public safety, affordability and economic development that the mayor said is transforming downtown.
A River City Science Academy teacher was arrested Tuesday and charged with felony counts alleging he solicited a romantic relationship with a student and unlawfully used a communication device, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
If drivers are caught going 50+ miles over the speed limit or at least 100 miles per hour, they face a criminal misdemeanor.
City officials announced that the state has approved a $3 million appropriation to support programs in northwest Jacksonville aimed at boosting small businesses, expanding vocational and workforce training, addressing food insecurity and preventing youth crime.
Nowadays, it seems like every time you’re on the road, you spot someone looking at a phone while driving. Florida passed a hands-free law in 2019 to curb distracted driving — but law enforcement says it’s still a persistent problem.
A proposed development in downtown Jacksonville could bring new affordable housing options to the Northbank and now, for the first time, there’s a clearer picture of what some of those units could cost.
One week after his death, the family of a Jacksonville man is remembering a father and loved one killed in a crash on the Main Street Bridge.
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are back at VyStar Ballpark this week with a full slate of themed nights, giveaways and family-friendly promotions as they take on the Charlotte Knights from April 14–19.
A growing number of Americans are carrying significant credit card debt, and new data shows Jacksonville ranks among the highest in the nation.
Despite cutting fares to try to drive up ridership, the Jacksonville Transportation Authority has seen lower year-over-year demand for its services two months into a fare-reduction pilot program, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.
JEA received a subpoena on Friday from State Attorney Melissa Nelson’s office seeking a broad swath of communication records about the agency’s CEO, Vickie Cavey, as well as discussions involving City Council President Kevin Carrico and a high-powered lobbying firm that employs former Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry.
Nearly 1,000 people came out to Friendship Fountain Saturday morning for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s annual Walk MS event.
Duval County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Christopher Bernier urged drivers to be more attentive and said the district is launching public safety campaigns after two school buses were struck while stopped at railroad crossings within a week.
Some downtown Jacksonville parking meters are showing their age — and for drivers trying to pay for a spot, that could mean more confusion than convenience.
A tow truck struck a school bus carrying first and second graders near a Jacksonville railroad crossing Wednesday, just days after a separate crash in the same area sent four kindergartners to the hospital.
A Jacksonville city council member said he is working to address growing concerns about traffic safety on Zoo Parkway after two school bus crashes happened on the same road within one week.
A major shift in the U.S. housing market is reshaping who owns property and who can afford to buy in.
Associate Duval County Medical Examiner Bob Pfalzgraf has been placed on administrative leave, the city of Jacksonville confirmed to News4JAX on Thursday.
A man was grazed on the top of his head by a bullet after a physical altercation in front of a Springfield home on Wednesday evening, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Two school bus crashes on Zoo Parkway in less than a week — both near railroad tracks — have Duval County families voicing concerns.
Just a week shy of a bus crash that injured four kindergarten students along Zoo Parkway, Duval County Public Schools said another school bus that was leaving the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens on Wednesday was involved in a “minor” crash.
Beaches Energy is responding to a power outage affecting approximately 4,300 customers in the Neptune Beach and Jacksonville Beach areas.
New 2024 data shows Duval County is seeing higher birth rates than the state average — but fewer moms are getting early prenatal care, and more are going without care altogether.
The 37-year-old semi-truck driver who rear-ended a school bus carrying kindergarteners on a field trip last week was cited for careless driving in the crash, Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office records show.
Jacksonville is the best large U.S. housing market for first-time homebuyers this spring, according to a new analysis released by Zillow.
A crash on the Main Street Bridge killed a man in his 40s and sent a woman to the hospital with severe injuries on Wednesday morning, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
A Jacksonville group has challenged three books—two by Jodi Picoult and one by Stephen King—in Duval County Schools, citing state law violations. Group member Blake Harper emphasized the procedural focus of the challenge, denying interest in publicity. Opponents, including Bryan Amerling, argued that banning books is a First Amendment issue and restricts knowledge. The school district is investigating the challenges and determining the books' availability.
A San Pablo Elementary School parent took to the podium at Tuesday’s Duval County School Board meeting to praise a kindergarten teacher who helped children escape last Thursday’s school bus crash near the Jacksonville Zoo.
A Jacksonville nursing home is responding to concerns about conditions inside the facility after a recent report alleged issues ranging from cleanliness to maintenance problems.
An anonymous mass text message campaign targeting prominent Jacksonville leaders has expanded, with the president of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce now among those singled out.
A Jacksonville single mother says she was hit with a $2,000 debt collection notice after leaving an apartment she describes as overrun with roaches — even though she says property management told her she owed nothing for breaking her lease.
It’s been one year since a 31-year-old Duval County inmate was hospitalized following an unspecified “incident” involving nine corrections officers, who were later reassigned to different positions. Now Charles Faggart’s family is taking their fight for answers to Duval County court.
The News4JAX I-TEAM is investigating who is behind a mysterious anonymous text message sent to hundreds, if not thousands, of people across North Florida regarding JEA.
The cameras are supposed to capture footage of motorists who drive past stationary school buses with their “stop arm” extended, a violation of state law in most instances.
The semi-truck driver who rear-ended a school bus carrying kindergarteners on a field trip said the crash was caused by a malfunctioning brake, according to the incident report obtained by News4JAX.
The Washington Post Editorial Board used news of the Orlando announcement to highlight what it calls “the ongoing shakedown” of Duval County taxpayers.
When Rhonda Lunsford returned to Jacksonville, it wasn’t just to open a restaurant — it was to bring a piece of her family’s history back to the city. Bold City Wings, in San Marco, has been open for a month, and it’s already drawing attention.
A countdown from Mayor Donna Deegan kicked off Riverfront Palooza Saturday morning, as families sprinted into Jacksonville’s largest egg hunt.
Despite more students passing exams last year, Duval County and other districts are actually set to lose funding from a fixed pot of state money.
Yanira Cardona, the first Hispanic Outreach Coordinator for the City of Jacksonville, is leaving her post after two years of service to become General Manager of the Phoenix Arts District.
A family whose child was aboard a school bus struck from behind by a semi-truck on Thursday is pursuing legal action, the family’s attorney said.
Nationally known civil rights attorneys Ben Crump and Harry Daniels will be returning to Jacksonville on Friday to talk about yet another case concerning the use of force by members of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Jason Goodrich started an online petition calling for expanded trade programs in Duval County schools. District leaders have since invited News4JAX to tour their career and technology campuses for a firsthand look at what is already available to students.
Jacksonville City Council was preparing to vote on who would help decide how millions of dollars are spent on the Eastside, and not everyone agreed with the mayor’s picks.
Duval County Public Schools is rolling out new technology to crack down on drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses — and the fines start at $225.
Community leaders and students gathered at Ed White High School to unveil a new memorial traffic garden, honoring the life of student athlete Alaysha Williams, who was killed in a hit-and-run traffic incident in September 2024.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it made 13 arrests, seized over 100 grams of marijuana, and recovered nine guns at a “Senior Skip Day” event in Jacksonville Beach.
Nearly two weeks after residents at Colonial Pointe raised concerns about safety on Atlantic Boulevard following a deadly crash, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and the Florida Department of Transportation are offering answers and some context.
Duval County Public Schools is rolling out new technology to crack down on drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses — and the fines start at $225.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it made 13 arrests, seized over 100 grams of marijuana, and recovered nine guns at a “Senior Skip Day” event in Jacksonville Beach.
The arrest warrant for a former Duval County School Police officer accused of engaging in a romantic relationship with a student is shedding more light on his alleged communications with students that investigators say led to his arrest.
A former Duval County school police officer was arrested Thursday evening following a joint investigation by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and Duval County School Police, the district said.
Hundreds of people on Saturday participated in “No Kings 3,” a daylong march and rally against the actions of President Donald Trump’s administration, organizers said.
A former Duval County school police officer was arrested Thursday evening following a joint investigation by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and Duval County School Police, the district said.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office has released body camera video showing the moments after officers responded to a teen takeover at Blue Cypress Park in Arlington last week.
The family of a Middleburg man who said undercover Jacksonville officers used excessive force during a November arrest has retained two high-profile civil rights attorneys and is speaking exclusively with News4JAX.
The mother of a teenage boy who was punched and taken to the ground by a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office officer during an arrest at a McDonald’s says her son did not deserve the force used by police.
The Block Jax, an outdoor food hall that had its grand opening this past weekend in the Deerwood area, drew big crowds and sparked complaints about parking just as a busy sports weekend gets underway.
Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan and other city officials celebrated the opening of the Stockton Street Bridge on Wednesday morning, which is a part of the McCoys Creek restoration project.
As housing costs continue to strain household budgets, a Jacksonville program aimed at preventing evictions is offering a lifeline to families facing short-term financial hardship.
Duval County Public Schools is alerting families about an unofficial “Senior Skip Day” circulating on social media and is urging students to stay in class.
Nationally known civil rights attorneys Ben Crump and Harry Daniels will be returning to Jacksonville on Thursday to talk about yet another case concerning the use of force by members of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Drivers traveling on I-295 South were sitting in traffic from Pulaski Road to the Dames Point Bridge Friday afternoon.
The family and best friend of a 27-year-old Jacksonville woman killed in a hit-and-run crash spoke out about her life and the hole her death has left behind.
A Jacksonville man was arrested after police said he fired a shot during an argument with his brother in the McDonald’s parking lot at Oakleaf Town Center, officials said.
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 Jacksonville community leader is facing a long recovery after being severely shocked by a stove while preparing for the grand opening of her new business, according to a GoFundMe set up by the family.
A police report from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is shedding light on an incident that happened following a teen takeover at Blue Cypress Park in Jacksonville last week.
Henry Tenon, the accused gunman in the Jared Bridegan murder‑for‑hire case, appeared in court for a pre-trial hearing on Monday, his first since withdrawing his 2023 guilty plea.
One man was killed, and another was injured in an early Sunday morning shooting at the Gregory Cove Apartments.
A 30-year-old Jacksonville man died Friday after his motorcycle was struck by a car that entered his pathway on State Road 21 at Collins Road, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
More than 150 people gathered at the Jacksonville Zoo for Epilepsy Alliance Florida’s annual “Walk the Talk,” sharing personal stories and raising awareness to reduce stigma around a condition that affects over 500,000 Floridians.
Since Feb. 28, what officials describe as an escalation in hostilities involving the United States, Israel and Iran has had ripple effects across the United States, from the stock market to gasoline prices and residents’ mental health.
A judge granted on Tuesday morning a motion to withdraw the guilty plea of the accused gunman in the Jared Bridegan murder-for-hire case.
A historic cemetery that was converted into a community center, tennis courts and a park could be getting funding to determine if bodies remain under the properties.
Residents at a nearby condominium where a deadly triple-fatal crash happened on Atlantic Boulevard called for change in the area, where they say needs more attention to prevent crashes.
JEA said it is launching an independent review and an employee engagement survey after recent allegations about workplace culture.
The Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens has been named the No. 4 Best Zoo in the United States in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, the zoo said, marking the second consecutive year it has placed among the nation’s top zoos.
The defending champions open at home on March 27 at VyStar Ballpark, and with championship-themed giveaways, fireworks and one of the most entertaining promotional schedules in minor league baseball, the Jumbo Shrimp look ready to make another memorable run in 2026.
Jason Goodrich, 25, who attended Duval County schools, is pressing for more trade pathways for students who do not plan or do not have the opportunity to attend college.
Atlantic Beach is urging residents and businesses to switch off non-essential lights from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. through May 15 to help migrating birds safely navigate at night.
A major cleanup and redevelopment project is underway at Lonnie C. Miller Regional Park, where city leaders say long-planned improvements will transform the park into a larger recreational hub for Jacksonville’s northwest side.
After a six-month investigation, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it dismantled a drug-trafficking organization operating out of the Grand Park area, leading to the felony arrests of a 52-year-old man and five brothers.
Residents in portions of North Florida, including Duval County, are being asked to conserve water after the St. Johns River Water Management District issued a Phase II water-shortage declaration.
A packed March sports calendar is expected to deliver a major economic boost to Jacksonville, driving hotel bookings and visitor spending as the region hosts everything from championship golf to youth sports and relay races.
An embattled owner tied to dozens of Jacksonville rental properties that are going through foreclosures owes JEA hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Two Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office police officers quickly rescued a toddler who was accidentally locked inside a car on March 2.
A Jacksonville man was sentenced to more than two years in federal prison for threatening to retaliate against a witness in a federal case.
Annie R. Morgan Elementary, which was closed last summer on Jacksonville’s Westside, will be revived as a tech incubator and community hub, as reported by our news partners at Jacksonville Today.
Jacksonville’s Office of Inspector General (OIG) has launched an investigation into the city-owned utility JEA over millions of dollars in potential unpaid capacity fees.
Jacksonville’s Office of Inspector General (OIG) has launched an investigation into the city-owned utility JEA over millions of dollars in potential unpaid capacity fees.
Jacksonville’s Office of Inspector General (OIG) has launched an investigation into the city-owned utility JEA over millions of dollars in potential unpaid capacity fees.
