To give viewers a better understanding of what work zones are like, FDOT took News4JAX Traffic Anchor Sophia Vitello to a major construction project on I-95 in Jacksonville.
Duval County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Christopher Bernier urged drivers to be more attentive and said the district is launching public safety campaigns after two school buses were struck while stopped at railroad crossings within a week.
St. Johns County officials said the CR 210 and CR 2209 intersection is experiencing significant congestion due to rapid residential and commercial growth, and the county, in partnership with the Florida Department of Transportation, is proposing major changes to address it.
Clay County Fair traffic is off to a smoother start this year after two new ramps opened at the First Coast Expressway and State Road 16 interchange, giving drivers another route in and out of the fairgrounds.
The Florida Department of Transportation is again asking drivers to plan ahead after scheduling continuous lane closures on Interstate 295 over the Buckman Bridge. But this time it will affect the northbound lanes.
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.
Road construction is a familiar sight across Jacksonville, sometimes closing lanes or shutting down ramps. And when a project slows a commute, some drivers respond with frustration.
The Florida Department of Transportation is asking drivers to plan ahead after scheduling continuous southbound lane closures on I-295 over the Buckman Bridge.
Drivers traveling on I-295 South were sitting in traffic from Pulaski Road to the Dames Point Bridge Friday afternoon.
The Florida Department of Transportation is asking drivers to plan ahead after scheduling continuous southbound lane closures on I-295 over the Buckman Bridge.
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.
The Florida Department of Transportation is partnering with the city by providing $18 million for the road redevelopment of King Street, focusing on the main stretch from Malaga Street to Cordova Street — a half-mile corridor that connects Ponce de Leon Boulevard to the Bridge of Lions.
FDOT is considering improvements near Yellow Water Road as a potential first phase of Normandy Boulevard upgrades, part of a $300 million project addressing mounting safety concerns.
It’s a record-breaking cold day here in Jacksonville, and the chill is definitely being felt across the city. Families are bundling up, protecting plants, and road crews are closely monitoring forecasts and roads.
The Shands Bridge project, initially slated for a two-weekend closure, wrapped up ahead of schedule, sparing drivers another weekend of detours between Clay and St. Johns counties.
Holiday travel is one of the busiest times on Florida’s roads, and agencies like the Florida Department of Transportation work around the clock to ensure a smooth and safe trip for drivers.
The Florida Department of Transportation has announced several lane and ramp closures on Interstate 10 between I-295 and I-95 in Jacksonville as part of its ongoing widening project.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference in at the Florida Department of Transportation District 1 headquarters in Bartow on Thursday.
The Florida Department of Transportation announced that Interstate 295 will be closed overnight next week between Beach Boulevard and Town Center Parkway.
Road projects are part of life for people in Jacksonville. But they can be a baffling part. Jacksonville Today reader Lois B. questions why some road construction projects take so long.
Before the Jacksonville Jaguars take on the Kansas City Chiefs at EverBank Stadium, there are a few updates fans should know about ahead of the game.
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.
The Florida Department of Transportation announced southbound double lane closures on the Buckman Bridge and a full detour on Jacksonville’s Main Street Bridge are planned this weekend.
The Main Street Bridge will be closed ahead of the Jaguars game against the Houston Texans on Sunday. Here are some alternate routes to get to EverBank Stadium.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) said it is working with local police after some people have been having trouble following the rules at a newly configured intersection in Orange Park.
Jacksonville’s Main Street Bridge northbound lanes will remain closed to vehicles until mid-October. The Florida Department of Transportation says the closure is necessary to repair electrical damage caused when a tugboat struck the bridge early on Aug. 19.
Toll collection starts today on the newest portion of the First Coast Expressway between Blanding Boulevard and U.S. 17, with variable rates favoring SunPass users who save about 25% compared to Toll-By-Plate.
The owner of Scott Mill Veterinary Hospital, located off Interstate 295 and San Jose Boulevard in Mandarin, has raised safety concerns after multiple incidents in which cars have veered off the interstate and onto the property.
The City of Jacksonville said it plans to comply with the state’s updated requirement to remove colorful pavement art from streets.
The Main Street Bridge won’t be fully operational for maritime traffic until this fall as crews continue repairs following a tugboat crash that happened earlier this month, the Florida Department of Transportation said on Thursday.
Fort Lauderdale city leaders have decided to fight the state of Florida’s order to remove rainbow-colored street art, potentially risking millions of dollars in funding.
A rainbow-painted crosswalk outside the Pulse nightclub memorial was removed overnight, following a recent directive from the Trump administration, according to News4JAX sister station WKMG.
The Main Street Bridge in Downtown Jacksonville reopened on Tuesday morning after a tugboat crash closed the bridge for hours, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
A new 18-mile stretch of the First Coast Expressway is expected to open as early as this weekend in Clay County—well ahead of its original projected completion date in spring 2026.
The Florida Department of Transportation said the stretch from Blanding Boulevard to U.S. 17 will help alleviate daily congestion on major roadways, including Blanding Boulevard, U.S. 17, State Road 16, County Road 220, Henley Road, Sandridge Road, Russell Road and County Road 218.
Local businesses say that road construction on Ponce de Leon Boulevard in St. Augustine is causing significant drops in sales. Owners like Angelina Del Rosso of Nauti Girls Seafood Company worry about closing due to reduced customer traffic and wasted inventory. Nearby restaurants, including Hurricane Patty’s, are also feeling the impact but remain hopeful for the future.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has recommended installing a pedestrian hybrid beacon crosswalk and refuge island on Baymeadows Road following a deadly crash in May, and the friend of the man who died with his 1-year-old son said he is “thankful” for the potential safety upgrades.
The Florida Highway Patrol was on the scene of a crash on J. Turner Butler Boulevard at Hodges Boulevard. As of 8:30 a.m., all eastbound lanes of JTB were blocked.
The ramp from Interstate 95 northbound to Marin Luther King Jr. Parkway westbound will remain closed due to repairs, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
As part of bridge maintenance activities, lane closures with a flagging operation will be in place on the Shands Bridge starting at noon on Wednesday, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
Duval Day block party organizers said they’re hitting roadblocks trying to host it off Myrtle Avenue, where it all began.
A crash on Interstate 295 South near Atlantic Boulevard has blocked all lanes of the roadway, according to Florida’s Department of Transportation.
A man with a felony immigration warrant ran into the woods in St. Johns County on Monday morning following a traffic stop on Interstate 95, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
A man with a felony immigration warrant ran into the woods in St. Johns County on Monday morning following a traffic stop on Interstate 95, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
The seawalls at Castillo de San Marcos sit at the lowest elevation in the city’s seawall system, making one of the oldest landmarks in the country prone to flooding during storms.
The Florida Department of Transportation announced there will be lane and ramp closures on the Buckman Bridge this weekend as part of a project to replace the finger joints on the bridge.
Jacksonville’s LGBTQ+ community and allies will march across the Acosta Bridge and the Main Street Bridge on Sunday to kick off Pride Month.
The Florida Department of Transportation’s planned structural work on the Buckman Bridge will disrupt weekend traffic.
Summer is a time when teens are out of school and ready to hit the open road. However, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, AAA noticed that there is an increase in fatal crashes involving teenagers.
A devastated Baymeadows community called for city officials to prioritize building a crosswalk for Baymeadows Road after a father and son were fatally hit on Friday night.
The Florida Department of Transportation announced that the completion date for the long-awaited construction of the interchange at Interstate 95 and Interstate 295 has been pushed back to spring 2026.
A massive construction project is well underway for one of the busiest stretches of road in Northeast Florida: I-95 North coming into downtown Jacksonville.
Jacksonville Today reader Karen F. says people in her office have been discussing the stretch of Interstate 95 in the construction zone. Several co-workers relate that they have had “dangerous close calls at a new ‘unmarked merge” while heading northbound after Emerson Street.
According to the Florida Department of Transportation, some parts of the Shands Bridge will be demolished, while others will remain accessible for pedestrian use and fishing.
There’s the long-running redesign of Interstate 95/Interstate 295 on the Northside. There’s the addition of lanes on I-95 north of Emerson Street. Then there’s the widening of Interstate 10 on the Westside. That’s the one that irritates Jacksonville Today reader Christopher N.
Nightly closures begin Sunday at 10 p.m. from Emerson Street to Atlantic Boulevard and will reopen at 6 a.m. daily until Tuesday, March 11, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
A detour of Sanctuary Parkway in Jacksonville Beach is scheduled Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., according to Florida Department of Transportation.
The Florida Department of Transportation announced that the southbound lanes of the Acosta Bridge will be closed from Tuesday to Thursday for routine maintenance.
A Sunday evening crash in Duval County has caused closures on the Arlington Expressway West just before the Mathews Bridge, according to Florida 511.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has shared details about the next phase of the First Coast Expressway, a significant infrastructure project that will expand connectivity in Northern St. Johns County.
Clay County drivers are counting down the days until the area’s traffic-clogged roads are long gone, but the completion of two sections along the First Coast Expressway should provide some relief.
Those interested in discussing a potential fix for the frequent backups in the area can attend an in-person meeting from 4:30-6 p.m. Tuesday at FDOT’s Jacksonville Urban Office on Edison Avenue.
Governor Ron DeSantis announced $122 million for Florida counties to improve rural transportation infrastructure at a press conference on Tuesday in Lake City.
The fall semester at the University of Florida officially started Thursday, and state transportation officials reminded students about the importance of pedestrian safety.
Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference Thursday morning at the Warbird Museum in Titusville.
A lengthy reinforcement project to better protect a bridge in Nassau County that helps connect Florida to Georgia along I-95 is underway.
You may want to think twice before speeding. Law enforcement across Florida, Georgia, and three other neighboring states - are cracking down on speeders – as a part of Operation Southern Slow Down.
The National Park Service (NPS) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday to get input on plans to raise and rehab the seawalls at the Castillo de San Marcos.
Construction to improve drainage on Beach Boulevard from Cedar Swamp Creek to Brougham Avenue begins in June, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
The Florida Department of Transportation said it will open two new lanes on Monday as part of the I-95/I-295 North interchange improvement project.
Florida remains in the top 10 states for pedestrian deaths, and the Florida Department of Transportation is making an effort to prevent more people from being fatally hit on the roadways.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has several upcoming construction projects that could impact drivers’ commutes starting at the end of March and the beginning of April.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) announced it will close some exits and on-ramps near the end of March as part of its I-10 widening project.
More drivers say their claims were denied for damage to their vehicles on a stretch of I-10, between Chaffee Road and Hammond Boulevard.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) announced it will close two outside lanes of the Dames Point Bridge this weekend to perform routine maintenance of the cables.
Two people have died after a small plane attempted to make an emergency landing on a Florida interstate Friday afternoon, colliding with a vehicle and bringing traffic to a halt as a massive plume of black smoke rose into the air.
The owner of Mike’s Shuttle Service, a limousine company in Nassau County, is tired of constantly shelling out hundreds of dollars to repair cracked windshields he said became damaged from riding on State Road 200 between Old Nassauville Road and the Thomas J. Shave Jr. Bridge to Amelia Island.
The Florida Department of Transportation denied claims from drivers after their cars were damaged while driving on a stretch of I-10 between Chaffee Road and Hammond Boulevard.
