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.

Dasaun Williams is facing 27 felony counts related to drug trafficking, selling fentanyl, selling meth and firearms offenses. He is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday for a pretrial hearing.

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.

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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 family is mourning the loss of a beloved father known for his vibrant presence, who was shot and killed inside a Northwest Jacksonville laundromat.

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.

A crash involving an overturned semi is blocking lanes in both directions on I-95 at the Nassau/Duval County line, according to Nassau County deputies.

With summerlike temperatures drawing big crowds to the shoreline, Jacksonville Beach police stepped up enforcement Saturday in anticipation of a possible teen “takeover” event near the pier.

Thousands of people collected bibs, shopped for gear and sampled Jacksonville hospitality at the Runner’s Expo in Mandarin on Friday ahead of Saturday’s Gate River Run 15K.

Residents urged to conserve water amid severe shortage

Local legal advocates are warning homeowners to protect themselves after the Florida Attorney General’s Office sued a Jacksonville roofing company, accusing it of deceptive business practices.

Runners say their favorite stretches comes in one neighborhood: San Marco, where residents line the route with cheers, snacks and creative boosts

Fun 4 First Coast Kids event showcasing various summer camp opportunities for kids in Jacksonville

A city program aimed at helping people experiencing homelessness in downtown Jacksonville is showing early signs of progress, but city leaders say more work is needed.

With Jacksonville one step away from extending alcohol sales to 3 a.m. in the Downtown Entertainment District, some people are expressing safety concerns. The measure, which passed the City Council with a 17–1 vote on Tuesday, is now on Mayor Donna Deegan’s desk awaiting her signature.

With the highly-anticipated Gate River Run quickly approaching this weekend, the Sleiman Enterprises Runners’ Expo kicks off this morning at a new location from previous years.

The Jacksonville Office of Inspector General said Wednesday it found reason to believe the procurement process for a Jacksonville Transportation Authority mural project was not secure but closed a preliminary review without launching a full investigation.

The driver of a Student Transportation of America school bus has been removed from service after a recent “deeply troubling incident,” the bus company confirmed Wednesday to News4JAX.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said detectives arrested a Jacksonville woman after an investigation into theft from an elderly patient in her care.

Four vehicles were set on fire in the parking lot of an apartment complex in Mandarin on Friday, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

Two men were charged in the 2022 murder of a 23-year-old, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

The Florida Department of Health lists drowning as the leading cause of unintentional death for children ages 1-4, and state lawmakers in Tallahassee are considering two bills aimed at reducing those deaths.

A local pastor says teenagers need to have more safe places to gather in Jacksonville, after gunfire erupts during two recent takeover events in Jacksonville Beach and outside the Avenues Mall.

The Duval County Public Schools Police Department is investigating what the district is calling a ‘deeply troubling incident’ involving a district bus operated by one of its contracted transportation vendors.

Neighbors who live near the crash site said the deadly collision underscores long-standing traffic safety concerns along Atlantic Boulevard.

Emergency crews were on the scene of a crash Monday afternoon on Pritchard Road on Jacksonville’s Westside.

Mayor Donna Deegan will recognize nine of the city’s top young readers on Monday, at Southeast Regional Library as part of the River City Readers initiative.

The annual World of Nations festival drew vendors, performers and visitors to downtown Jacksonville for a weekend of food, music and cultural displays.

Councilman Rory Diamond told News4JAX he plans to introduce legislation within the next month to pave the way for autonomous robotaxis — like those operated by Waymo — to run on Jacksonville roads.

A man and woman who were exchanging information in the inside emergency lane of 9B after a fender bender were hit by a car Thursday night, leaving the woman dead and the man critically injured, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

The Gullah Geechee community has deep roots in Jacksonville. Beyond the streets and shorelines lives a story of survival, identity, and heritage.

With Jacksonville one step away from extending alcohol sales to 3 a.m. in the Downtown Entertainment District, safety concerns are mounting. The measure, which passed 17–1, is now on Mayor Donna Deegan’s desk awaiting her signature.

The Florida Highway Patrol said that one person died, and two children, aged 4 and 7, were seriously injured in a crash on US-301 near Baldwin on Thursday morning.

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is asking residents to weigh in on plans to update the Skyway as part of efforts to modernize the system, add new technology and improve travel around downtown Jacksonville.

JFRD’s first Black female division chief, M. Dallas Cooke, turned teen motherhood, tragedy and a 17-year climb through the ranks into a platform to serve, lead and open doors for women who look like her.

Duval County Clerk of Courts, Jody Phillips joined Jennifer Waugh on News4JAX+ at 10 a.m. to explain how one property scam works to prevent someone from being victimized.

Nine adults and one juvenile were injured in three separate shootings across Duval County over the weekend.

As temperatures are expected to drop into the 20s across Northeast Florida over the next few days, counties are opening shelters for those in need.

A 72-year-old Jacksonville woman who had been missing for more than a week was found dead in Georgia.

The Florida Highway Patrol was on the scene of a fatal crash Saturday night on Beach Blvd. at Gerona Drive.

A “big favor” text about a JEA board appointment sparked scrutiny, a nominee’s withdrawal and new leadership allegations. Mayor Deegan and JEA leaders defended the CEO, urging transparency.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday announced that he sent a “criminal subpoena” to the administration of Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan, questioning the city’s immigration enforcement.

Community leaders and young people gathered at Friendship Fountain in Jacksonville on Thursday evening to hold a vigil calling for an end to teen violence.

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.

What looks like a typical neighborhood in Jacksonville, with rows of new single-family homes that have driveways and manicured lawns, might not be for sale at all.

From the silent films of Norman Studios to a new generation of storytellers, Jacksonville’s Black independent film scene is undergoing a quiet resurgence.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating a multi-year theft scheme involving millions of dollars’ worth of medical equipment stolen from St. Vincent’s Hospital.

The leader of Boys & Girls Club of Northeast Florida has withdrawn his name for consideration for a spot on the JEA board following controversial text messages from the city council president who nominated him.

Locked doors and empty aisles marked Main Street Wholesale Warehouse this week after inspectors ordered the longtime business to shut down earlier this month, putting dozens of small businesses that rely on it at risk.

City Council President Kevin Carrico is facing backlash after text messages seemed to reveal that part of his motivation to nominate his boss for a position on JEA’s board happened because he owed him a “big favor.”

Mortgage rates have eased into the 5% range for the first time since 2023, and local lenders say buyers in Northeast Florida are taking notice.

Community leaders and law enforcement are weighing how to prevent large teenage “takeovers” after a gun was fired and chaos erupted near the Avenues Mall this past weekend.

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is asking residents to weigh in on plans to update the Skyway as part of efforts to modernize the system, add new technology and improve travel around downtown Jacksonville.

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.

The City of Jacksonville confirmed a 5th measles case in Duval County in 2026.