An arrest was made in the fatal Saturday night shooting that left one person injured.

Drug-related deaths in Florida dropped 14% between 2023 and 2024, with fentanyl deaths plunging by 35%, according to new state data that officials say reflects the success of increased funding and stronger recovery programs.

The Clay County School Board recently approved teacher salary increases for the 2025-2026 school year, but nearly half of the district’s teachers won’t receive a raise. However, the announcement is sparking bigger questions of why teacher pay varies so widely depending on the school district, as some educators make thousands of dollars more just by crossing county lines.

A Jacksonville motorcyclist and his stepdaughter were hospitalized Sunday after a car pulled from a parking lot and struck their bike, throwing both riders onto a curb and underscoring growing safety concerns for motorcyclists in the region.

Over a four-year span, from 2021 until 2024, Jacksonville had a larger share of its homicides classified as justifiable killings by civilians than any other city or county with a population greater than 500,000, according to a recent report from the Wall Street Journal.

A resident was shot Sunday morning after a masked intruder armed with a rifle broke into his Springfield residence in an attempted robbery, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

A 22-year-old man was killed and several others were injured in a Saturday night crash on Jacksonville’s westside.

Duval County had the 21st wettest August in 131 years when over 2.50 inches above normal fell at Jacksonville International Airport.

Duval County is on track to see more motorcycle deaths than last year.

Duval County Schools are once again considering consolidating schools, this time focusing on Mayport Elementary and Anchor Academy as part of an effort to optimize its resources.

Nathaniel Ford, CEO of the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), sat down with This Week in Jacksonville host Kent Justice to share what’s happening and what’s coming next.

Food trucks in Jacksonville's Trout River Food Park provided free meals as SNAP benefits delay continues to affect local families.

The Fletcher High School Marching Band is making Duval County proud as they compete at state this year.

Northside Pride, a community-based nonprofit, launched what it calls the “Feed the Ville Business Support Program.” The organization donated $5,000 to four neighborhood markets and restaurants to help families and workers weather the ongoing government shutdown.

A white SUV caught fire early Sunday evening at the Gate gas station on Emerson Street near Philips Highway in Jacksonville, causing panic among nearby witnesses who feared a massive explosion.

Army veteran Veronica Kight led a community effort to restore a neglected cemetery, now recognized as a historic site, ensuring veterans are remembered.

The streets of downtown Jacksonville were decked in red, white and blue for the city’s Veterans Day parade Tuesday morning.

A Jacksonville mother and resident at Golden Shores of Jacksonville is frustrated with her apartment complex's attempt to raise rent despite unresolved maintenance issues.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing 9-year-old boy on Monday.

The Together Eastside Coalition is demanding greater transparency and oversight of redevelopment funds in Jacksonville's Eastside, accusing Lift Jax of mismanaging funds meant for community improvement.

A Good Samaritan who found an emaciated Great Dane in Jacksonville is pleading that anyone with information about the incident come forward.

A Jacksonville councilman will hold a meeting Friday morning at City Hall to address the disruption of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) amid the federal government shutdown.

Voted over MVP’s Sports, Rascal’s Bar, and Sherwood’s, Pete’s Bar, located at 117 First St in Neptune Beach, takes home the JAXBest 2025 crown for best dive bar.

A Jacksonville man died Thursday evening after being hit by an SUV while he was crossing Normandy Boulevard in Duval County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The city of Jacksonville is gearing up for the annual Veterans’ Day Parade on Tuesday in downtown Jacksonville.

During a joint meeting on Thursday between the Jacksonville City Council and the Duval County School Board, leaders discussed both the district’s academic turnaround and a troubling increase in accidents involving students walking to and from school.

A Good Samaritan who found an emaciated Great Dane in Jacksonville is pleading that anyone with information about the incident come forward.

A Jacksonville family is heartbroken and searching for answers after 38-year-old Kenance “Tiger” Bronson was shot and killed over the weekend in the city’s Brentwood neighborhood.

A Good Samaritan discovered a severely emaciated Great Dane curled up on the side of the road. The dog’s desperate condition sparked an outpouring of support on social media, with the community begging for someone to save him.

At News4JAX, we celebrate those doing good things in our community.

A long-awaited vision for Jacksonville’s riverfront is finally taking shape, as Chase Properties prepares to turn the Duval County School Board’s former headquarters into a luxury, mixed-use destination.

A Good Samaritan discovered a severely emaciated Great Dane curled up on the side of the road. The dog’s desperate condition sparked an outpouring of support on social media, with the community begging for someone to save him.

A vehicle fire closed two lanes of Interstate 95 southbound at J. Turner Boulevard on Tuesday morning.

A U.S. Navy veteran who was arrested by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO), for charges that were later dropped, is speaking out after receiving a $45,000 settlement from the city earlier this year.

Jacksonville has seen a troubling series of shootings over the past three days, with incidents occurring at homes, on busy streets, and even outside a gas station.

A large plume of black smoke that could be seen near EverBank Stadium came from an ATV fire, Jacksonville Fire and Rescue said.

Another shooting along Harts Road on Jacksonville’s Northside is raising new concerns about crime in the area and prompting renewed calls for safety improvements.

The 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.

A 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 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 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.

A Jacksonville mother is highlighting her family's pain from bullying in school, stemming from students making drill raps about her son's murder.

Construction around EverBank Stadium is leading officials to encourage Florida-Georgia fans to arrive even earlier than usual for Saturday's game.

Whether 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.

Miami-based charter school operator Mater Academy, which is targeting school districts across the state under the expanded “Schools of Hope” program, has major plans for Duval County, according to a report from our news partner, Jacksonville Today.

The chief executive officer of a local nonprofit that says it is dedicated to investing millions annually in Duval County’s youth programs and services was fired on Wednesday.

Nearly two years after the $60 million RISE Doro complex in Jacksonville burned down days before its scheduled opening in January 2024, the luxury apartments are now available for lease.

Construction is underway on a new charter school on Jacksonville’s Northside.

The City of Jacksonville introduced its latest affordable housing transparency dashboard on Tuesday.

Early last year, a month after Paxon School for Advanced Studies senior Kennedy Waymer was named News4JAX’s All-Star Athlete, she felt a pain in her throwing arm while practicing with her school’s softball team.

You 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.

During School Bus Safety Week, a Duval County driver opens up about the real-life challenges behind the wheel — from keeping students safe to dealing with distracted drivers. Plus, how new technology is helping track students and bring peace of mind to parents.

The mother of 13-year-old Prince Holland, who was killed in a 2022 drive-by shooting, is speaking out for the first time since two shocking court verdicts earlier this month.

A man was acquitted of all charges in connection with a deadly shooting at a downtown Jacksonville hotel in 2021, according to a release sent Monday from his attoneys.

More than a year after new owners promised renovations at two Eastside apartment complexes, residents said they’re still waiting to see the improvements while dealing with persistent maintenance issues.

A man was acquitted of all charges in connection with a deadly shooting at a downtown Jacksonville hotel in 2021, according to a release sent Monday from his attoneys.

A Jacksonville woman made a plea to the public to help find the driver responsible for hitting her brother, who is in a wheelchair, leaving him with broken bones.

Thousands of people marched from Friendship Fountain to the Duval County Courthouse on Saturday afternoon to join the nationwide “No Kings” protests against President Donald Trump’s administration.

With the dry conditions across our region continuing on Saturday, you’ll want to find time to get outdoors, open the windows, and enjoy the day.

Neighbors in Atlantic Beach say short-term rentals are slipping through the cracks despite a city ordinance banning rentals under 90 days in residential areas.

Jacksonville is inviting families to enjoy Kids Free November, a month-long celebration offering free or discounted admission for children at more than a dozen popular local attractions.

A Duval County man who worked in the kitchen at the PGA Tour in Ponte Vedra Beach is suing the company, saying he was discriminated against because he is a white male.

A crash on I-10 East and the ramp to I-95 South has blocked the right lane.

The Duval County School Board’s decision to turn down a $20 million bid for its riverfront headquarters has ignited a deeper look at what other offers were in the running — and what they promised to bring.

2025 has been a deadly year for people on motorcycles, especially in Duval County. According to data from the Florida Highway and Safety Motor Vehicles, there have been more than 300 motorcycle crashes in Duval County, resulting in more than 280 injuries in addition to the 36 fatalities.

Former Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry has sparked speculation about a political comeback following recent media appearances

More than a dozen students accused of attacking another student in a Jacksonville school have been issued juvenile civil citations and face possible charges, according to Duval County Public Schools (DCPS).

The Jacksonville City Council is expected to vote on a resolution on Tuesday that could change how the Duval County School Board gets legal advice by allowing the board to hire its own attorney.

The grandmother of a Duval County Public Schools student says her family is now speaking with an attorney after her 11-year-old grandson was attacked by more than 10 teammates inside a Landmark Middle School locker room.

A Jacksonville nonprofit serving homeless veterans has cut its payment processing time to two days following complaints earlier this year about delayed rent payments to landlords.

A 48-year-old man from Jacksonville died in a crash Sunday on Interstate 295 in Duval County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Sunday marks one year since the day a veteran corrections officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office lost his life after stepping into a domestic dispute at a truck stop on Jacksonville’s northside.

Early Sunday morning, a vehicle crashed through the front of a Northside mattress store in Jacksonville, causing heavy damage.

A state representative is demanding the resignation of a Duval County School Board member after a controversial comment on a social media post that targeted people with liberal politics, who were accused of spreading hate. The post, shared by a page called “LibsofDuval,” featured a Duval County parent speaking during public comment at this week’s school board meeting. The page also called out other Jacksonville leaders with liberal views.

A defense attorney not connected to the Prince Holland murder case talked about what led to the different outcomes of the two accused men.

Former Duval Teachers United President Teresa “Terrie” Brady pleaded guilty Thursday in federal court in connection with a fraud scheme that investigators say stole more than $1.2 million from the union over nearly a decade.

To mark International Walk to School Day, a Duval County school came up with a unique idea to teach students safe pedestrian skills while promoting physical activity by walking or biking to school.

Closing arguments were set to begin Wednesday morning in the murder trial of two Jacksonville men accused in the 2022 drive-by shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland.

The Duval County School Board voted unanimously Tuesday night against selling its Southbank headquarters and buying another building in the Baymeadows area.

The committee, chaired by Councilmember Terrance Freeman and established by Council President Kevin Carrico, was created to enhance communication between city agencies and their partners, focusing on education, mentorship, workforce readiness, and safe community spaces for Jacksonville’s younger population.

The City of Jacksonville is reviewing a building permit application for the largest $696.5 million portion of the $1.4 billion “Stadium of the Future” renovation of EverBank Stadium, according to News4JAX partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.

News4JAX wants to know, if the Duval County School Board takes up the issue of selling the Southbank property again, what do YOU want to see replace the headquarters along the Southbank?

Closing arguments were set to begin Wednesday morning in the murder trial of two Jacksonville men accused in the 2022 drive-by shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland.

Duval County Schools is preparing to vote on a significant proposal that could move its district headquarters away from the Southbank riverfront location it has occupied for decades. However, District 3 Board Member Cindy Pearson expressed concerns about the deal on Facebook hours before the vote takes place on Tuesday afternoon, calling it “bad deals for DCPS and taxpayers.”

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of a man accused in a Saturday night shooting at a Southside seafood restaurant.

It’s been six months since Charles Faggart was hospitalized and later died from his injuries that occurred while in custody at the Duval County Jail, and there are still few answers behind what led to his death.

Duval County Schools is preparing to vote on a significant proposal that could move its district headquarters away from the Southbank riverfront location it has occupied for decades. However, District 3 Board Member Cindy Pearson expressed concerns about the deal on Facebook hours before the vote takes place on Tuesday afternoon, calling it “bad deals for DCPS and taxpayers.”

Duval County teachers are being given the chance to participate in learning programs that will further advance civics and U.S. History education.

‘There’s no money,’ Fishermen want to know why Duval County side of George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier remains closed

Two Jacksonville men are charged with keeping a gambling house after the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says it raided an illegal business on the city’s northside.

A day after opening statements and the beginning of testimony, the trial will resume Thursday morning for two Jacksonville men charged in the drive-by shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland in 2022.

As the Duval County School Board prepares for a pivotal vote on the future of its Southbank headquarters, some Jacksonville residents are raising concerns about what could take its place.

A man was fatally shot inside a business on Lane Avenue South on Saturday, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. The deadly shooting, which took place inside a barber shop on the roadway, unfolded just minutes after two men entered the store, an employee who witnessed the event told News4JAX.

A man was found shot inside a vehicle on Monday afternoon after a ShotSpotter was activated and alerted police.

News4JAX has compiled a 2025 list — including multiple Florida counties and Georgia — of the best pumpkin patches, haunted houses and events in your area! Check them out.

Coastal Flood Warning from coast to Saint Johns River

A man was fatally shot inside a business in the 1500 block of Lane Avenue South on Saturday, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

It was a day of community and entertainment at the Jax River City Pride Festival in Riverside Park.

All eastbound lanes are blocked on Atlantic Boulevard at Hawaii due to a fatal crash, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

A major crash is causing delays on I-95 North at Old St. Augustine Road, according to traffic cameras and the Florida Department of Transportation.