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If you’re new to Florida, you might wonder why the Sunshine State has a special period every year promoting python hunting, complete with prizes totaling $25,000. Well, Burmese pythons are not native to Florida and have a big negative impact on our native wildlife.

The cult-favorite convenience chain Buc-ee’s is set to open several new locations in the Sunshine State — but one location in particular may be a good fit for the company, according to Gov. Ron DeSantis.

We’re settling into a classic late-June Florida weather pattern this week: hot, humid, and mostly sunny with only isolated afternoon storms. Temperatures will climb into the mid-90s each afternoon, with heat index values frequently topping 100° and approaching 105° Tuesday. Tuesday also looks breezy, with west winds gusting up to 25 mph at times. By Wednesday and Thursday, sunshine dominates with highs around 93°, while only a stray afternoon shower or thunderstorm develops along the sea breeze. The bottom line: prepare for a stretch of summer heat, stay hydrated, take breaks outdoors, and don’t be surprised if a quick afternoon thunderstorm briefly interrupts plans.

Attorney General James Uthmeier signed an emergency rule that took effect immediately to control highly concentrated 7-hydroxymitragynine (7‑OH) and several related chemical products being sold across Florida.

How the Gators closed late to steal linebacker Tre Geathers from Tennessee, plus the latest Florida 2027 recruiting class updates.

A 28-year-old Florida man told troopers he thought he saw the anti-Christ before losing control and crashing his pick-up truck early Friday morning on I-75 in Hernando County, according to multiple news reports. Then the man tried to steal a medical helicopter that was called to the scene, investigators said.

Florida gas prices dropped 20 cents as about 4.6 million residents prepare to travel for Independence Day, AAA said, with the majority — about 4.08 million — expected to take road trips.

More than a decade after losing her son, Trayvon Martin’s mother says the pain of gun violence never truly goes away.

Saturday brings a mix of clouds, showers and thunderstorms to much of Florida and Southeast Georgia, and for some, flooding is already a serious concern.

Parents looking for something active and meaningful for their high-schoolers this summer may want to consider volunteering at Camp “I Am Special,” an immersive program run by Catholic Charities that pairs teen “buddies” with kids and adults who have special needs.

Winn‑Dixie will celebrate the opening of its new Brentwood store Saturday, marking the final Harveys Supermarket to be converted to the Winn‑Dixie banner across Florida and southern Georgia, the company said.

Jacksonville was named the “Best-Run City in Florida” and ranked 18th best-run city in the nation out of 148, according to WalletHub’s 2026 Best- & Worst-Run Cities in America ranking.

A scaly predator has quietly expanded into the Florida Everglades -- and it's not our native alligators, according to the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences.

A new Florida law filed back in October is set to take effect next month, adding further restrictions on where sexual offenders may live in the state, according to WKMG in Orlando.

Thousands of Northeast Florida residents could soon lose in-network access to Baptist Health hospitals and providers as contract negotiations between Baptist Health and Cigna remain unresolved days before a June 24 deadline.

Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly is warning parents that their teens could “get capped” during the social media door kick challenge.

Ian Marlow, the founder and CEO of tech leader FITECH, joined us on The Morning Show to discuss what’s likely to work and what’s not when it comes to online safety laws.

New questions are being raised about newly released public records tied to Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico and a state investigation into the attempted appointment of his boss to the JEA board.

Condos and commercial buildings covered by state-run Citizens Property Insurance Corp. could be more easily transferred to lightly regulated surplus lines companies under a bill signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis late Tuesday.

A motorcyclist was killed Wednesday afternoon on I-95 near State Road 200 in Nassau County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Fernandina Beach is one step closer to new rules for e-bikes and other personal mobility devices after city commissioners unanimously approved the ordinance on its second reading.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed another 14 bills into law that deal with everything from trust funds and property insurance to crime and how law enforcement interacts with those on the Autism Spectrum.

A Jacksonville man is facing multiple charges after Nassau County deputies say he was driving recklessly and under the influence with three young children in his vehicle.

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has refused to release a cruise ship passenger exposed to hantavirus from the Nebraska quarantine facility where she is being held.

Are you financially stressed? A new study by Coinfully.com, which analyzed Google searches tied to money worries, found Florida and Georgia rank among the top states where people are searching for help.

Two recent dog attack cases in Jacksonville have put a spotlight on a question many Floridians may not know the answer to: Can a dog owner — or even someone simply watching a dog — face criminal charges when an animal seriously injures or kills someone?

Jacksonville is facing strong to severe storms this week with high temperatures in the 90s and a nearby tropical system bringing heavy rain to the Gulf states, according to News4JAX’s meteorologist Katie Garner.

A new bill has finally been sent to the governor after being approved by the Florida Legislature, paving the way for potential E-Bike speed limits.

We continue to monitor an area of low pressure across Texas. As of 11 a.m. Tuesday, the National Hurricane Center has designated this disturbance as Potential Tropical Cyclone 1.

AAA is cutting insurance rates in Florida. The Auto Club Group announced reductions of up to 5% on AAA-branded home and auto insurance policies. The association says that equates to more than $28 million in annual savings to Florida policyholders.

With school out for summer, Florida parents might think hosting a teen party at home is the safer choice. But Millicent Daniels, a criminal defense attorney, told News4JAX that the decision could carry serious criminal and civil consequences.

Governor Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed a package of public safety bills aimed at strengthening penalties for violent and repeat offenders, curbing emerging drug threats and updating gang and offender-registration laws.

The Supreme Court has agreed to decide whether states can use juries made up of only six people in criminal cases, instead of the usual 12.

It would have been unthinkable at the start of the 2022 World Cup to suggest Cristiano Ronaldo was anything other than the undisputed leader of the Portugal team.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier sued TikTok, alleging the popular social media platform violated state law by actively targeting and contracting with minors and deceiving parents about the app’s dangers.

Florida Gators host Jalen Brewster, Easton Royal, and Raheem Floyd on official visits as Kennedee Jackson flips to Georgia.

Curaçao is preparing for its historic World Cup debut against Germany with excitement and pride.

Over 100 male manatees chase single female, stranding trio on St. Johns County shore

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced that state officials will have a little extra time to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.

With summer break starting for schools across the region, FBI Jacksonville is urging families to stay vigilant and protect children from online predators and exploitation.

RCL Summer Music Festival

Mandarin soccer star Robert Calazans added one more big award to his trophy case.

A Duval County Schools student created a documentary to explore how book bans impact students nationally. She says the idea came from her own experience of not being able to access books in her school library.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has a new plan to stop teen takeovers, and he’s making clear the state has no patience for violence. The announcement came just 10 days after Uthmeier reposted his disappointment over a massive teen takeover at Clearwater Beach on June 1, where a 17-year-old was shot by another teen and taken to the hospital.

Two former local elected officials and a nonprofit group filed suit Thursday in Leon County Circuit Court against the property tax cut amendment placed on the November ballot by lawmakers, alleging it is misleading.

Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico’s attorney says the public is not entitled to all of Carrico’s text messages and emails turned over under subpoena, arguing personal communications do not automatically become public records under Florida law.

It has been a very busy offseason for high school football teams in the area as the head coaching changes encroach on nearly 20.

All lanes are closed on Interstate 10 West at Interstate 295 in Duval County due to a fatal crash.

Two teenagers were shot in Jacksonville in incidents police are calling accidental, and legal experts say that label does not necessarily shield adults from criminal or civil liability.

After potential safety threats posed by its latest AI model were brought to light, Anthropic is releasing a version with tweaks it says make it “safe” for the general public.

A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 295 West before mile marker 1 in Duval County has closed the right lane.

SEC reveals 2026 kickoff times as Florida Gators recruiting flip targets Jalen Brewster and Easton Royal heat up against Texas.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a death warrant Wednesday for Dennis Michael Sochor, who was convicted of strangling an 18-year-old woman he met at a New Year’s celebration in a Broward County bar 44 years ago.

Clay County projects a $44.5 million General Fund deficit next year, before any property tax reform impacts. Officials warn proposed changes could cut revenue further, pressuring services and budgets.

The University of Florida’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously on Wednesday to select Dr. Stuart R. Bell as the university’s next president.

Storms bring temporary relief as heat and humidity are set to surge

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is holding a press conference with Florida Department of Education Commissioner Stasi Kamoutsas on Wednesday.

Gov. DeSantis signed 17 bills into law on Tuesday, with some having local impacts in Duval and Nassau County.

A 2-year-old boy who drowned Monday on Jacksonville’s Northside was found in a neighbor’s backyard pool, according to one woman who told News4JAX she helped with the search for the missing child.

Nassau County commissioners approved a 12-month moratorium Monday night on accepting, reviewing or approving applications tied to data center facilities — giving the county time to study potential impacts before deciding how to handle future projects.

A sweeping tax cut for homestead property owners pushed by Gov. Ron DeSantis now waits for voters to act in November. But what exactly will be on your ballot?

University of North Florida students are pulling pieces of history from the banks of the St. Johns River — unearthing pottery from indigenous people who lived in the Jacksonville area more than 1,000 to 2,000 years ago.

Top junior Miles Russell is headed to his first U.S. Open.

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Communications Center received several calls from residents reporting the shaking.

A report by Florida police has found that professional wrestling legend Hulk Hogan died of natural causes last year.

Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a 2-year-old child was reported missing and later found in a body of water on Monday, according to officials.

A confirmed 6.1 magnitude earthquake reported about 65 miles from Mantua, Cuba, has rattled parts of Florida on Monday.

Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia took aim at Jacksonville city government Monday, claiming the city wasted $275.7 million in taxpayer money in the 2025-26 budget — a sharp jump from the $199 million in excessive spending he claimed the previous year.

Saint Johns County officials are raising alarms about the recently proposed state constitutional amendment regarding property taxes

Florida lands four-star linebacker Ellis McGaskin over LSU and FSU. Breaking down the recruitment, his fit, and the top-five 2027 class.

Farm Share Florida partnered with Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) earlier Saturday to host a Hurricane Preparedness Distribution Event at eight sites across Florida, offering free emergency supplies to families, seniors, and individuals at no cost.

Get outside this weekend, because the weather couldn’t be much better.

Earlier this year, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a new elections bill into law, and it includes a change for driver’s licenses going forward.

Florida Gators land four-star edge Cahron Wheeler and athlete Kamarion Johnson, stacking two defensive commitments for the 2027 class.

More than 3,000 Duval County drivers were fined last month for illegally passing a school bus — and one driver is pushing back.

Eden and Rance check out the Modern Pilates Experience

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.

After putting pressure on a Florida HOA to change a new rule, Attorney General James Uthmeier announced on Wednesday night that the group had finally relente

With ‘Boater Skip Day’ approaching, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents and visitors to prioritize safety on the water.

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s COO Scott SirLouis says Jacksonville is one of the biggest remaining growth opportunities for the 40-year-old, Florida-grown “family sports pub” brand. He explains how Beef’s uses site analytics (cell phone and purchase-pattern modeling) to pinpoint strong neighborhoods, why grocery-anchored centers outperform mall-front real estate for them, and what makes the chain different in a crowded sports-bar category: kid-friendly booths and game rooms, community events like trivia and bingo, and a bar program that’s part of the mix—but not the identity.

On Thursday, Mayor Donna Deegan is expected to discuss the local impact of a major property tax overhaul that state lawmakers passed during a special session and that is now headed to the ballot in November.

FIFA has made a late change of policy to bar World Cup fans from bringing refillable water bottles into the tournament's 16 stadiums across North America.

As Jacksonville struggles with an estimated shortage of 50,000 affordable housing units, city leaders are turning to artificial intelligence to help accelerate one of the most time-consuming parts of the development process: permitting.

More than 500 people of all ages die from unintentional drownings each year in Florida. In 2025, there was a record high of 112 “child drowning deaths,” according to the autism society of Florida.

We’ve compiled a county-by-county list of Northeast Florida jurisdictions where we found local ordinances/rules that specifically address e-bikes or restrict “motorized vehicles” in a way that may apply to e-bikes.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is putting the organizers of teen takeovers on notice. In a post on X, Uthmeier said the behavior at these events is unacceptable and that his office is working to hold those responsible accountable.

Florida lands four-star DL Zahmar Tookes over Penn State and Nebraska. Inside the late surge, GatorMade pitch, and class fit.

Florida’s state legislature has voted to eliminate or significantly reduce property taxes, sending the issue to voters as a ballot measure this November. While concerns about the effect on local government services like libraries and road maintenance have dominated the conversation, law enforcement agencies across Northeast Florida are now raising alarms of their own.

The Florida property tax cut plan backed by Gov. Ron DeSantis is awaiting the voters' final say. Rick Mullaney, News4JAX political analyst and head of the Jacksonville University Public Policy Institute, joined us on The Morning Show to discuss the potential relief from rising property bills, but also the impact of forcing cities and counties to cut services or shift costs.

A sweeping Florida property tax overhaul now headed to the November ballot is drawing growing concern from local leaders who warn it could reshape how cities and counties fund essential services like police, fire rescue and emergency response.

Florida voters will decide in November on a property tax overhaul increasing homestead exemptions and limiting assessment hikes. Homeowners welcome relief, while local leaders warn of major revenue losses and service impacts.

Florida voters will decide in November on a property tax overhaul increasing homestead exemptions and limiting assessment hikes. Homeowners welcome relief, while local leaders warn of major revenue losses and service impacts.

Four-star OT Kennedee Jackson picks Florida over Georgia. Breaking down how Sumrall and Trautwein landed the Gators' best O-line class yet.

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.

The Florida High School Athletic Association has released a packed schedule for its board meeting next week where it will vote to put in place revamped policies to accommodate the passage of two bills and its new open division for the playoffs.

Governor Ron DeSantis is talking about hurricane preparedness in Orlando.

For the first time, the Michelin Guide has included Jacksonville and Northeast Florida in the Florida restaurants it considers for its highest three-star rating, according to our news partner, the Jacksonville Daily Record.

After hours of debate, a major property tax cut plan devised by Gov. Ron DeSantis was changed by lawmakers Monday ahead of scheduled floor votes Tuesday.

A 53-year-old Florida man has been executed for the murder of his girlfriend’s infant daughter in 1996.