A bill drafted by Republican Sen. Corey Simon lays out changes for both the Florida High School Athletic Association to get help with recruiting and also opens the door for a boost in coaching salaries.
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.
A proposed ordinance that would reduce the time Jacksonville animal shelters must hold stray pets before putting them up for adoption continues to draw mixed reactions from the community, as officials hosted another public discussion today. The ordinance would cut the current six-day hold period to three days for unidentified strays, while maintaining the longer hold time for pets with identification tags or registered microchips.
A series of proposals aimed at eliminating or reducing non-school homestead property taxes advanced out of a House committee on Thursday, as local-government officials warned about having to decrease services because of potentially billions of dollars in lost revenue.
A Jacksonville resident was forced to leave her rental home after Locklear Property Management deemed it unsafe due to compromised flooring.
The Trump administration is proposing new oil drilling off the California and Florida coasts for the first time in decades, as President Donald Trump seeks to expand U.S. oil production that is already leading the world.
The teenage stepbrother of an 18-year-old woman who died on a Carnival cruise ship is a suspect in the FBI investigation, according to court papers filed this week.
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 man convicted of raping and fatally beating his former manager at a Florida convenience store has become executed.
U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida has been indicted on charges accusing her of stealing federal disaster funds and using the money to aid her 2021 campaign, the Justice Department said Wednesday.
The House Ethics Committee has announced that a panel will conduct a wide-ranging investigation into Rep. Cory Mills, R-Fla.
Clay County teachers and school district officials will make presentations to the School Board next week in hopes of resolving an impasse over pay raises.
Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks is returning to the field in hopes of impressing NFL scouts.
The JEA Board of Directors approved on Tuesday millions of dollars in funding for a project that aims to recharge the Floridan Aquifer, restore springs and river flows, and ensure the region’s sustainable water supply.
A federal judge in Florida is pushing for a resolution in a lawsuit over detainees' access to attorneys at an immigration detention center in the Everglades.
Over a week after an 18-year-old Titusville student was found dead aboard a Carnival cruise ship, new court documents show that one of her step-siblings may be investigated.
Florida lawmakers are once again considering a bill to lower the gun-buying age from 21 to 18. The proposal is moving through the state House and raising questions about gun rights and safety.
The Florida House on Tuesday began moving forward with a proposal that would allow parents to seek pain-and-suffering damages in lawsuits involving the wrongful death of an “unborn child.”
A new drone-based school defense system developed by a team including former Navy SEALs and top drone pilots can respond to active shooter situations within seconds, featuring drones capable of breaking through windows and tracking targets, with plans to deploy across several Florida counties.
State elections officials on Monday sent a proposed recreational-marijuana constitutional amendment to Attorney General James Uthmeier’s office, effectively putting an end to a lawsuit that backers of the measure filed to try to trigger a Florida Supreme Court review of the proposal.
After a nine-year legal battle, the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up an appeal by a Tampa Christian school that contended its speech rights were violated when it was prevented from offering a prayer over a stadium loudspeaker before a 2015 state championship football game.
SNAP benefits were paused during the government shutdown, causing concern for many families. Now that benefits are being distributed again, recipients may have to reapply entirely.
A Florida lawmaker has introduced legislation that seeks to end a statewide practice of selling residents’ driver’s licenses and ID card information to private companies, data brokers, insurance analytics firms, and foreign-owned entities.
Opponents of Florida’s first black bear hunt in a decade rallied Monday at the Capitol amid efforts to prevent bears from being killed next month in four areas of the state.
Florida education officials announced Monday the three school districts that will be part of a pilot program to explore the use of drones for school safety and security.
Millions of Americans were expected to have their SNAP benefits fully reinstated on Monday after the federal government reopened last week. However, there are new concerns for people who rely on these benefits, as the head of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) said all recipients will be forced to reapply.
President Donald Trump is brushing aside concerns about conservative commentator Tucker Carlson’s recent interview with a far-right activist known for his antisemitic views.
President Donald Trump is indicating that he plans to meet with New York City’s mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and says they’ll “work something out."
News4JAX sports reporter Jamal St. Cyr's Four Cents analysis from Jacksonville's 35-6 win over the Chargers on Sunday.
Florida traveled to Oxford and fell short once again, losing to Ole Miss 34–24. After the game, Lane Kiffin revealed little about his future.
Florida’s once-struggling property insurance market has hit a new milestone: Citizens Property Insurance Corporation is no longer the state’s largest insurer for the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Clay County teachers and school district officials will make presentations to the School Board next week in hopes of resolving an impasse over pay raises.
Two Florida lawmakers filed new legislation on Thursday that would require law enforcement and immigration officers to display visible identification and prohibit the use of face coverings during public enforcement actions.
The Transportation Department’s new restrictions that would severely limit which immigrants can get commercial driver’s licenses to drive a semitrailer truck or bus have been put on hold by a federal appeals court.
A state database could hold the key to a little extra cash for your wallet, during the holiday season.
Duval County is on track to see more motorcycle deaths than last year.
Food trucks in Jacksonville's Trout River Food Park provided free meals as SNAP benefits delay continues to affect local families.
The Florida Department of Education on Thursday unanimously approved a new set of guiding principles for the state’s education system, known as “The Phoenix Declaration: An American Vision for Education.”
Florida schools are piloting a program using drones to rapidly respond to active shooter situations with nonlethal deterrents.
A man convicted of killing a 6-year-old girl he abducted from her bedroom has been executed in Florida.
A new bill proposed by Jacksonville City Council member Raul Arias aimed to expand outdoor dining and drinking options throughout downtown Jacksonville was unanimously approved Wednesday night during a city council meeting.
Marineland will soon be in the hands of a group led by dolphin experts -- with financial backing from a Clay County couple -- that plans to keep the park, known as the world’s first oceanarium, operational.
The cost and availability of child care are a major concern for many Jacksonville residents, and the Mayor’s Office is launching a task force to address the issue.
Strong solar storms responsible for breathtaking auroras across the U.S. have delayed the launch of Blue Origin's big new rocket.
A group led by dolphin experts, with financial backing from a Clay County couple, is a step closer to becoming the new owners of the historic Marineland Dolphin Adventure near the St. Johns-Flagler County line.
Political pressure to limit H‑1B visas reflects real voter concerns about jobs, but if enacted broadly, the restrictions could trigger significant economic disruption and legal challenges while testing foundational American commitments to openness and opportunity.
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the groundbreaking date for the Jacksonville Florida Temple.
In a closely watched dispute about First Amendment rights, attorneys for a biologist who was fired because of a social media post after the murder of conservative leader Charlie Kirk squared off against lawyers for the state on Monday.
A coalition led by a group of dolphin experts, with financial backing from a Clay County couple, is now getting a chance to formally bid on Marineland Dolphin Adventure at a bankruptcy auction.
Under a proposal filed Friday by Jacksonville Sen. Clay Yarborough, state college and university administrators and instructors would have to take an oath to the nation and Florida.
An 18-year-old Titusville student has been identified as the passenger who died over the weekend while traveling on a Carnival cruise ship, according to ABC News.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference Monday morning in Fernandina Beach.
As the chorus of voices grows, calling on a federal bankruptcy judge to save Marineland Dolphin Adventure, new court filings from attorneys for the current owners argue that the best course of action is for the attraction to be sold to a developer.
A former Marineland trainer is calling for federal oversight and immediate protections for the dolphins at Marineland Dolphin Adventure as the park’s parent company navigates bankruptcy proceedings.
State university leaders in January will tackle Gov. Ron DeSantis’ directive to end the use of H-1B visas that allow foreigners to be hired faculty, the university system’s Chancellor Ray Rodrigues said Thursday.
Alex Condon had 25 points and 10 rebounds, Micah Handlogten notched his second double-double in as many games and No. 3 Florida bounced back from a season-opening loss with a 104-64 drubbing of North Florida.
A strong push to increase teacher pay took center stage at a Tuesday night Clay County school board meeting. Teachers, parents, and community members flooded the meeting to express their frustration after salary negotiations between the Clay County Education Association and the school district hit an impasse last week.
Florida has been a hotspot for movers in recent years, bringing in millions of new residents during that time. And according to the latest report by the Demographic Estimating Conference, that number is only expected to grow.
A Leon County circuit judge has rejected a lawsuit alleging that a state deal allowing the Seminole Tribe of Florida to offer online sports betting violated a 2018 constitutional amendment aimed at limiting casino gambling.
A Good Samaritan who found an emaciated Great Dane in Jacksonville is pleading that anyone with information about the incident come forward.
The St. Johns River Water Management District works to ensure a sustainable water supply for people and the environment across 18 counties in northeast and east-central Florida. The District manages water resources through scientific research, restoration projects, and partnerships that help protect Florida’s springs, rivers, wetlands, and natural resources.
Discover how Paradigm Roof and Shield is raising the bar in roofing with a focus on quality, customer service, and veteran support. CEO Greg Hiltz shares insights on the company’s expansion into Jacksonville, Florida, the impact of changing roofing materials and insurance, and their commitment to giving back to the military community. Tune in to learn why Paradigm is becoming a trusted name in Northeast Florida roofing.
The Federal Aviation Administration is forcing airlines to cut 10% of their flights at 40 of the busiest airports across the nation to reduce pressure on air traffic controllers during the ongoing government shutdown and ensure that flying remains safe.
Jacksonville City Council will vote on expanding outdoor dining and drinking throughout downtown, allowing restaurants and bars to offer sidewalk service beyond the current E-Town district limitations.
It’s a tale of two stories here across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia! The lack of rainfall, or in some spots the surplus of rainfall, is noticeable.
After New York City elected Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani as its next mayor, Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood invited New Yorkers to move to the Sunshine State.
The current federal government shutdown has broken the record as the longest ever. Here's where you can get help if your income is being impacted.
Disability-rights advocates are challenging a new state law allowing pregnant women to use parking spaces reserved for people with disabilities, alleging the measure violates federal protections.
Florida and Georgia will have major races for governor and U.S. Senate coming up in 2026, but voters in southeast Georgia cast ballots today in a variety of races, with polling places open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
St. Johns County officials joined local Jewish leaders to mark the fifth annual Israel Friendship Day on Tuesday morning.
Who serves up the best dish of ice cream in the Jacksonville area? Our News4JAX Insiders nominated and voted, naming Dreamette the JAXBest 2025 champion for ice cream.
As part of this year’s JAXBest, we asked you what the best hotel/resort was in the Jacksonville area, and according to the voters, that title belongs to the Ritz-Carlton in Amelia Island.
Affordable housing remains a pressing issue for many Jacksonville residents as rent prices continue to challenge budgets across the city. To address this challenge, the local group ICARE held its Community Problems Assembly at Christ the King Church in Arlington. At the event, ICARE’s board and the city of Jacksonville introduced a plan to create an affordable housing trust fund.
Freshman Koa Peat scored 30 points to lead No. 13 Arizona to a 93-87 win over third-ranked and defending national champion Florida in the Hall of Fame Series on Monday night.
The Marion County woman featured in Netflix’s documentary “The Perfect Neighbor“ who fatally shot a mother of four is now threatening a defamation lawsuit against the victim’s children, recently filed court records show. Susan Lorincz is serving a 25-year prison sentence for manslaughter after a jury convicted her of killing Ajike Owens during a neighborhood dispute in 2023.
As Florida continues to add to a modern-era record for executions in a year, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said he is bringing justice to victims’ families. Florida has executed 15 inmates this year, with two more scheduled in November. The previous modern-era record for a year was eight in 1984 and 2014.
An endangered loggerhead sea turtle has been released into the Atlantic Ocean from a Florida beach nearly three months after being hit by a boat.
The Florida High School Athletic Association board of directors passed a new football classification and playoff format for the next two years on Monday morning, opting for the tried and true path instead of a radical change that had been talked about.
Four hospitals in Florida, including Wolfson Children’s Hospital in Jacksonville and Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando, were awarded $7.5 million each Monday for pediatric cancer research.
A recent poll from the University of North Florida shows housing costs and property taxes are among the biggest worries for Floridians heading into 2026. “Affordability, affordability, affordability. That is the dominant theme of this poll,” said government law attorney Chris Hand.
President Donald Trump says Chinese President Xi Jinping has given him assurances that Beijing would take no action toward its long-stated goal of unifying Taiwan with mainland China while the Republican leader is in office.
News4JAX had photographer Christian Schultz capture the Florida-Georgia game in this photo gallery. Click through the images to check out action from the game.
Gunner Stockton threw two touchdown passes, Chauncey Bowens scored on a 36-yard run late and No. 5 Georgia escaped the rivalry known as the “World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party” with a 24-20 victory against Florida.
