Florida State Representative Angie Nixon (D-Jacksonville) announced Thursday that she’s running for U.S. Senate.

Nassau County’s decision to double impact fees over a four-year period has sparked controversy between local builders, developers, and the state attorney general, while raising concerns about housing affordability in the region.

Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia will hold a press conference in Fernandina Beach to talk about government accountability.

CEO and conservative influencer James Fishback, who previously vowed to push for a 50% “Sin Tax” for OnlyFans creators, now says he wants to see all public school students in Florida wearing uniforms.

After giving birth last month, a Florida mother is now suing an IVF clinic after it turned out the baby wasn’t hers, according to court records obtained by WKMG.

Cryptids: Where Legends Live is the newest attraction at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! in St. Augustine, inviting guests into a moody, museum-style playground of monsters, myths, and regional legends. The exhibit features iconic creatures like Bigfoot and Mothman alongside Florida’s own cryptid lore, blending eerie storytelling with interactive displays, videos, and plenty of photo ops. Included with regular admission, the experience celebrates the Odditorium’s 75th anniversary and is designed to intrigue both true believers and curious skeptics looking for something a little spooky

The fallout surrounding a Clay County School Board member is expected to be addressed by the State Board of Education on Wednesday.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier issued an opinion on Monday in which he called out over 80 “race-based” state laws that he says mandate discrimination based on race and will therefore no longer be enforced by his department.

Florida has the highest rate of foreclosure filings in the country, a property data firm reported, but local real estate leaders say the situation is not comparable to the housing crash nearly two decades ago.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says he owes Indiana Gov. Mike Braun some key lime pie and stone crabs after losing a bet.

Governor Ron DeSantis is holding a press conference in Pinellas Park with the Florida commissioner of education on Tuesday.

Duval County Supervisor of Elections Jerry Holland announced Tuesday that his office will visit 28 area schools to preregister students 16 and older and name the “Most Civic-Minded High School in Duval County.”

As temperatures dip into the 30s and 40s across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, local homeowners are reminded that even Florida can feel wintry, and that means preparation matters.

President Donald Trump’s first year back in the White House has seen record-low illegal crossings, a U.S.-backed ouster of Venezuela’s president, and sweeping moves to expand presidential power. Is American democracy being pushed to the breaking point?

Since last May, News4JAX has been tackling the tough topic of affordable housing from every angle. Now, we’re taking our efforts a step further by joining a coalition of Northeast Florida news organizations – including digital, broadcast, and print media – to tackle the issue of housing costs as a shared editorial project in 2026.

The Duval County School Board is expected to discuss the “Schools of Hope” law during their Tuesday morning meeting.

A goalie fight broke out with 14 minutes left in a game between the Florida Panthers and San Jose Sharks that had gotten increasingly chippy with post-whistle pushing and shoving.

Property tax elimination proposals have become one of the most closely watched debates of the 2026 legislative session, as lawmakers advance several constitutional amendment measures that could dramatically reshape how homeowners are taxed — and how cities fund essential services.

The director of the city’s blight initiative program is proposing a plan to put more money toward helping clean up dump sites that are overrun with trash.

Warmer weather expected to return midweek

Nassau County officially responded on Monday, days after Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier spoke out against the county’s bid to substantially increase impact fees and questioned Uthmeier’s position.

Arizona is the unanimous No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 men's college basketball poll for the first time.

Florida lawmakers are considering sweeping legislation that would require mobile home park owners to justify rent increases and boost relocation assistance for displaced residents, potentially affecting more than 800,000 mobile home residents across the state.

Behind Sunday’s system, another shot of cold air will into our area Monday morning. A widespread freeze will occur with temperatures dipping down into the 20s and 30s.

Jacksonville and several Northeast Florida counties are opening warming locations for anyone who needs a safe place to get out of the cold, not only people experiencing homelessness.

Jay Collins, Florida’s lieutenant governor and gubernatorial candidate, recently discussed his top policy priorities and views on key issues in an interview on This Week in Jacksonville. Collins emphasized three main priorities: “economy, education, and safety and security in the community.”

A blast of winter weather has brought snowfall and subfreezing wind chills across the Midwest and East Coast as well as near-freezing temperatures in parts of the South, including Florida.

Today will be mostly sunny, but a cold front is on its way. By late afternoon or early evening, expect isolated to scattered showers, which will become more widespread by Sunday morning.

The State Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida has revealed new details involving the arrest of a Jacksonville woman who was recently arrested following an encounter between her, a Florida Highway Patrol trooper, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents (ICE).

Baptist Health has unveiled its newest state of the art medical training facility, built to not only train new healthcare professionals, but also give veteran healthcare professionals hands-on training with newer medical technology and procedures.

Another Freeze Watch as a cold front approaches the region

A woman was arrested Tuesday after she punched a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) trooper in the face during an encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents (ICE) on Beach Boulevard, according to Attorney General James Uthmeier.

President Donald Trump isn't waiting for future generations to decide to name important things in his honor — he's doing it himself.

Bradford County’s plan to convert a vacant warehouse into an immigration detention center has passed its first major step.

The Department of Justice announced Thursday that a Jacksonville minister has pleaded guilty to obstructing the IRS’s efforts to collect his tax debts that were worth more than $600,000.

Two Florida boys died when a hole they were digging in sand collapsed and trapped them, according to sheriff’s officials.

Nearly eight years after a gunman murdered 17 people at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, the Florida House on Thursday passed a bill that would lower the minimum age to purchase rifles and other long guns from 21 to 18.

Congressman Byron Donalds was the first major candidate to enter the race and earned an endorsement from President Donald Trump early in his campaign.

With home prices still elevated and mortgage rates uncertain, many would-be buyers are asking a simple question: Can you afford to buy a home in 2026?

A woman was arrested Tuesday after she punched a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) trooper in the face during an encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents (ICE) on Beach Boulevard, according to Attorney General James Uthmeier.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is speaking out against Nassau County’s bid to substantially increase impact fees, ruling that the area’s recent population growth doesn’t qualify as “extraordinary circumstances” needed to exceed state limits, according to Uthmeier’s letter.

The News4JAX Varsity 4 Super 6 girls soccer rankings will be published every Thursday during the regular season — except during Thanksgiving and Christmas week. Records are through Jan. 14 games.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis announced on Thursday the launch of the first carbon ion therapy program in the country to treat cancer.

Senators from opposing parties are working together in hopes of finally banning members of Congress from trading stocks.

It's going to feel chilly all day as clouds break and cold air takes over.

The transfer portal for men’s and women’s basketball will open the day after the championship game for both NCAA Tournaments for a period of 15 days.

From addictive algorithms to hackers recruiting teenagers for cybercrime, experts say the digital risks facing children are growing more complex and harder for parents to spot.

No one saw the Jaguars coming this year. That won’t be the case in Year 2 of the James Gladstone and Liam Coen era. That duo led a massive turnaround in their first season in Jacksonville, flipping the Jaguars from four to 13 wins and an AFC South title.

For the final time in the 2025 season, Jaguars general manager James Gladstone and head coach Liam Coen spoke to the media. The team finished the regular season 13-4 and earned the AFC No. 3 seed in the playoffs.

Gov. Ron DeSantis has appointed Adam Tanenbaum to the Florida Supreme Court.

Baker County and Brunswick high schools have both filled their head coaching vacancies.

The property tax debate is center stage at this year’s legislative session in Tallahassee. People in favor of cutting property taxes say it will provide relief and allow for true home ownership. Those against the move worry it will put an undue burden on cities and affect the ability to fund essential services for schools, police, fire, and rescue.

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference Wednesday morning in Pinellas County.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ term ends this year, and several candidates are already busy with their campaigns to replace him — including one man who’s promising a 50% “Sin Tax.”

As Florida’s Legislative session gets underway, teachers are urging state lawmakers to make public education a priority, with recent data from the Florida Education Association showing an increase in teacher vacancies halfway through the school year.

The rapid growth and rising housing costs in St. Johns County are forcing workers and seniors to leave the area.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis delivered his final State of the State address on Tuesday morning.

Florida’s 2026 legislative session kicks off Tuesday, and there are many bills and proposals on the agenda. However, one recurring proposal is the push to lower the age of buying a gun in Florida.

A contentious debate over property taxes is at the heart of this year’s legislative session, which is set to begin Tuesday in Tallahassee.

Just one day before Florida’s 2026 legislative session begins in Tallahassee, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a notable decrease in statewide homeowners’ insurance premiums, which comes as the governor prepares for his “State of the State Address,” which is scheduled for Tuesday. In response, Jacksonville-based State Representative Angie Nixon held an online rebuttal to the governor’s press conference. Joined by healthcare workers, parents, and former Florida representatives, Nixon argued that the governor’s policies are not benefiting working families in Florida.

Just days ahead of the Florida’s legislative session, there’s a new push to toughen the state’s rules when it comes to cellphones behind the wheel.

St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office is using funding from immigration enforcement to support a variety of law enforcement efforts, including finding missing people and recovering stolen vehicles.

Rain expected midweek ahead of another cold front

A new bill filed in Florida this week aims to lay out a litany of rules for mobile home parks in the state.

Florida lawmakers return to Tallahassee on Tuesday to begin this year’s legislative session. Among the many bills on the docket are several focused on school attendance.

SpaceX’s Falcon 9 is targeting the launch of 29 Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Monday that Citizens Property Insurance Corp., the state-backed insurer of last resort, will give policyholders a rate reduction.

President Donald Trump's motorcade took an unusual route to the airport in Florida due to a "suspicious object.

President Donald Trump says he is “inclined” to keep ExxonMobil out of Venezuela after its top executive was skeptical about oil investment efforts in the country after the toppling of former President Nicolás Maduro.

The playoff road ended in a heartbreak for the Jaguars.

A man convicted of killing a traveling salesman during a robbery is set to become Florida’s first execution of 2026.

Chance of showers with a chill in the air next week

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis will hold a news conference Friday morning in Bartow.

Months after a deadly alligator attack at Lake Kissimmee State Park, investigators have released a report detailing what exactly happened.

Environmental groups claim federal and state officials withheld evidence about funding for an immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades.

Unemployment is rising in Florida, including in Jacksonville and nearby counties in Northeast Florida. The latest report from the Florida Department of Commerce comes just after CSX, a large employer in Jacksonville, announced layoffs of more than 160 workers.

The Clay County School Board is expected to address on Thursday a controversial social media post made by a board member in December.

The stakes are even higher now: win and advance, or lose and bring one of the best seasons in franchise history to an end. The No. 3 seed Jaguars host the No. 6 seed Bills in the Wild Card Round.

Breezy conditions and showers possible Sunday

AEM released their 2025 U.S lightning report which revealed that Oklahoma has surpassed Florida to become the nation’s lighting concentration capital of the United States.

Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling for a special session in April for Florida’s legislature to redraw congressional districts.

Days after a registered sex offender was found with a missing child in Central Florida, deputies have released more information about what exactly happened, including harrowing details from the 11-year-old who said he'd been held captive and threatened.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Wednesday that he will issue a proclamation to convene a special session of the Florida Legislature to redistrict Florida’s congressional map.

Florida lawmakers next week will start the 2026 legislative session. With hundreds of bills filed for consideration during the session, here are 10 issues to watch.

State officials have released the official list of license plate configurations last year that were considered too racy for approval.

A federal judge Tuesday ruled that Florida has violated the constitutional rights of people who were dropped from the Medicaid program because it sent notices to them that “border on the incomprehensible.”

Thomas Haugh had 21 points, 12 rebounds and five assists, and Florida dominated No. 18 Georgia in the second half to win 92-77 on Tuesday night and stretch their home winning streak to 14 games.

The Florida Attorney General’s Office is “seriously” considering bringing a state case against Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, according to Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Federal subsidies under the Affordable Care Act expired Dec. 31 after Congress failed to pass an extension, a move that could leave nearly 1 million Floridians without affordable coverage and strain hospitals across the state, the Florida Hospital Association said Tuesday.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis expressed his support for a bill that seeks to ban insider stock trading among members of Congress.

Dozens of community members helped make the holidays brighter for animals across Jacksonville during Channel 4’s Santa Paws donation drive.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis expressed his support for the Trump administration’s capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday almost 3,000 undocumented immigrants have been flown out of Baker County’s “Deportation Depot” since it opened in early September.

An anti-trafficking sign in EverBank Stadium changed the life of a young mother and her child a few months ago. That sign was made possible because of a coordinated effort in Northeast Florida to combat human trafficking.

According to the UF/IFAS, one invasive plant in Florida could be mistaken for a tasty, starchy treat: Dioscorea bulbifera, otherwise known as the “Air Potato.”

Breaking down DJ Coleman's commitment to Florida from Baylor and the latest Gators transfer portal news with visits taking place.

News4JAX sports reporter Jamal St. Cyr's Four Cents analysis after Jacksonville's 41-7 romp over the Titans on Sunday.

A former Florida National Guard leader said state military units could play a crucial role in Venezuela following the dramatic U.S. military operation that removed Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro from power.

As Florida’s legislative session begins, Clay County leaders Ted Yoho and Sam Garrison shared their perspectives on the proposed property tax repeal and other key issues facing the region.