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I-95 NB north of IGP shut down for 2 hours Monday after semi crash with fuel leak
Read full article: I-95 NB north of IGP shut down for 2 hours Monday after semi crash with fuel leakAll lanes of I-95 northbound are blocked north of International Golf Parkway because of a semi crash involving a fuel leak, authorities said.
Lanes reopen after crash on I-95 SB just north of the St. Augustine outlet malls
Read full article: Lanes reopen after crash on I-95 SB just north of the St. Augustine outlet mallsA crash with injuries is blocking all lanes of I-95 southbound at Mile Marker 319, which is just north of the St. Augustine outlet malls, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office K-9 tracks man in forest who ran from traffic stop
Read full article: St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office K-9 tracks man in forest who ran from traffic stopA St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office K-9 tracked down a man in a heavily wooded area after he ran from a traffic stop.
Traffic Update: I-95 SB reopens at Emerson hours after crash involving motorcycle, JTA bus shut down the highway
Read full article: Traffic Update: I-95 SB reopens at Emerson hours after crash involving motorcycle, JTA bus shut down the highwayA crash involving injuries closed all lanes of I-95 southbound at Emerson Street for hours Tuesday during rush hour.
Traffic Alert: Backups on I-95 South in St. Johns County after Sheriff’s Office says 2 people ran from traffic stop
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Backups on I-95 South in St. Johns County after Sheriff’s Office says 2 people ran from traffic stopDrivers on I-95 South in St. Johns County were experiencing heavy backups near International Golf Parkway that spanned almost three miles on Monday afternoon.
LIVE RADAR: Afternoon storms popping up across our area with heat advisory in effect
Read full article: LIVE RADAR: Afternoon storms popping up across our area with heat advisory in effectJacksonville faces scattered afternoon storms and a heat advisory with feels-like temperatures climbing near 110 degrees, as Tropical Storm Erin strengthens off the coast and is expected to become a hurricane. Waves and surf are expected to build midweek, but the storm is forecast to remain well offshore.
Traffic Alert: Semi-truck crash on I-95 in St. Johns County causing backups at International Golf Parkway
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Semi-truck crash on I-95 in St. Johns County causing backups at International Golf ParkwayEmergency crews were on the scene of a crash involving a semi-truck on I-95 Tuesday afternoon.
Traffic Alert: Deadly crash involving overturned semi-truck shuts down all lanes of I-95 South in Nassau County
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Deadly crash involving overturned semi-truck shuts down all lanes of I-95 South in Nassau CountyEmergency crews were on the scene of a crash involving an overturned semi-truck on I-95 South in Nassau County, before State Road 200.
20-year-old pedestrian from New York hit by 2 SUVs, killed on I-95 North in Flagler County: FHP
Read full article: 20-year-old pedestrian from New York hit by 2 SUVs, killed on I-95 North in Flagler County: FHPA 20-year-old man from New York City was killed early Friday morning when he was struck by two SUVs on I-95 northbound in Flagler County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Soaking rain hits Palm Coast and Jacksonville area: Flood advisory in effect as storms move inland
Read full article: Soaking rain hits Palm Coast and Jacksonville area: Flood advisory in effect as storms move inlandHeavy rains continue across Palm Coast and Jacksonville, prompting a flood advisory as storms move inland. Get the latest forecast and what it means for your weekend plans from the News4JAX Weather Authority.
LIVE TRAFFIC CAM: Woman holding hammer tried to run deputies off the road during multi-county high-speed chase: JSO
Read full article: LIVE TRAFFIC CAM: Woman holding hammer tried to run deputies off the road during multi-county high-speed chase: JSOThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is on the scene of a crash on the Trout River Bridge after a police chase came to an end Wednesday afternoon.
Woman holding hammer tried to run deputies off the road during multi-county high-speed chase: JSO
Read full article: Woman holding hammer tried to run deputies off the road during multi-county high-speed chase: JSOThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is on the scene of a crash on the Trout River Bridge after a police chase came to an end Wednesday afternoon.
Scattered showers to move out after sunset, mild evening to follow
Read full article: Scattered showers to move out after sunset, mild evening to followIt’s been a pleasant Saturday with scattered showers throughout the afternoon, mostly east of I-95 due to the outer bands of Tropical Storm Chantal as it slowly moves north.
Keep those outdoor plans! Sunday brings sunshine, heat, and drier conditions
Read full article: Keep those outdoor plans! Sunday brings sunshine, heat, and drier conditionsIf you liked yesterday’s weather, you’ll love today’s weather. A very similar dynamic is at play, as the afternoon showers will be more isolated along the I-95 corridor as the East Coast sea breeze moves inland.
Man with immigration warrant runs into woods after traffic stop in St. Johns County, search snarls traffic
Read full article: Man with immigration warrant runs into woods after traffic stop in St. Johns County, search snarls trafficA 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 section of I-95 North will be closed starting Thursday night. Here’s how long it will be closed, and they detour
Read full article: A section of I-95 North will be closed starting Thursday night. Here’s how long it will be closed, and they detourI-95 North from Emerson Street to Atlantic Boulevard will be closed from 10 p.m. on May 29 to 6 a.m. on May 30 for a traffic shift.
23-year-old Jacksonville man dies after crashing into tree near Southside Boulevard, FHP says
Read full article: 23-year-old Jacksonville man dies after crashing into tree near Southside Boulevard, FHP saysA 23-year-old Jacksonville man died Sunday morning after crashing into a tree near Southside Boulevard, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A $247 million I-95 construction project near downtown Jacksonville is progressing. When will it be done?
Read full article: A $247 million I-95 construction project near downtown Jacksonville is progressing. When will it be done?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.
Traffic Alert: Crash blocking lanes of I-95 South at SR-206 in St. Johns County, causing miles of backups
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Crash blocking lanes of I-95 South at SR-206 in St. Johns County, causing miles of backupsRescue crews were on the scene of a multi-vehicle crash with injuries on I-95 south at State Road 206 in St. Johns County.
Traffic Alert: Crash blocking northbound lanes of I-95 before US-17 in Nassau County, causing significant delays
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Crash blocking northbound lanes of I-95 before US-17 in Nassau County, causing significant delaysThe Florida Highway Patrol was on the scene of a collision on I-95 North in Nassau County, between US-17 and SR-200.
LifeSouth Bloodmobile visits Nassau County HCA Florida Yulee Emergency with Kona Ice truck for refreshments
Read full article: LifeSouth Bloodmobile visits Nassau County HCA Florida Yulee Emergency with Kona Ice truck for refreshmentsThe LifeSouth Bloodmobile will be at the newly opened Nassau County HCA Florida Yulee Emergency.
Questions remain in incident involving off-duty JSO lieutenant who shot into semi-truck on I-95
Read full article: Questions remain in incident involving off-duty JSO lieutenant who shot into semi-truck on I-95Questions remained Tuesday morning after the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said one of its lieutenants shot into a semi-truck during rush hour on Monday on Interstate 95 South near Atlantic Boulevard.
JSO lieutenant shoots into semi-truck after ‘coming into contact’ with vehicle’s driver, police say
Read full article: JSO lieutenant shoots into semi-truck after ‘coming into contact’ with vehicle’s driver, police sayFlorida Highway Patrol said I-95 South near Atlantic Boulevard is closed due to “police activity.”
I-95 North closures from Emerson Street to Atlantic Boulevard beginning tonight, closed nightly through Tuesday
Read full article: I-95 North closures from Emerson Street to Atlantic Boulevard beginning tonight, closed nightly through TuesdayNightly 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.
Traffic Alert: Crash between two semi-trucks in St. Johns County causes hourslong closure, FHP says
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Crash between two semi-trucks in St. Johns County causes hourslong closure, FHP saysAll lanes were closed Tuesday evening on Interstate 95 north at County Road 210 in St. Johns County following a crash, according to Florida 511.
‘A very long road’: Mother of 14-year-old driver involved in rollover crash seeks help for teen’s medical expenses
Read full article: ‘A very long road’: Mother of 14-year-old driver involved in rollover crash seeks help for teen’s medical expensesAndrew Gandy's mother setup a GoFundMe to help with the mounting medical costs associated with his care.
14-year-old driver thrown from car, critically injured in rollover crash on I-95 exit ramp
Read full article: 14-year-old driver thrown from car, critically injured in rollover crash on I-95 exit rampA 14-year-old boy was critically injured late Thursday night when he was thrown out of a car in a rollover crash on I-95 in Jacksonville, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Woman dead, another woman critically injured after wrong-way crash on I-95 near Pecan Park Road
Read full article: Woman dead, another woman critically injured after wrong-way crash on I-95 near Pecan Park RoadA 29-year-old woman died and a 31-year-old woman is in critical condition after a wrong-way crash on Interstate 95 near Pecan Park Road early Saturday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Motorcyclist dies in overnight crash on I-95 near Baymeadows Road: FHP
Read full article: Motorcyclist dies in overnight crash on I-95 near Baymeadows Road: FHPA crash involving a motorcycle and a Toyota sedan left one person dead and disrupted traffic on I-95 southbound near Baymeadows Road in Jacksonville, Florida.
Traffic Alert: Only 1 lane open on I-95 southbound at Kings Road after crash with injuries
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Only 1 lane open on I-95 southbound at Kings Road after crash with injuriesAll lanes of I-95 southbound at Kings Road are closed because of a crash with injuries, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Search continues for suspect in I-95 hit-and-run crash that killed 15-year-old
Read full article: Search continues for suspect in I-95 hit-and-run crash that killed 15-year-oldA 15-year-old driver was killed Sunday night in a crash on I-95 northbound near J. Turner Butler Boulevard, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Chest-high flood waters cover roads, surround homes in Hastings, Flagler Estates
Read full article: Chest-high flood waters cover roads, surround homes in Hastings, Flagler EstatesHastings, a rural area west of I-95 not far from the St. Johns River, was dealing with extreme flooding in some areas with water going chest-deep.
NB I-95 Ramp to Airport Road, Westbound Max Leggett Pkwy to see nightly detours beginning Friday
Read full article: NB I-95 Ramp to Airport Road, Westbound Max Leggett Pkwy to see nightly detours beginning FridayAccording to the Florida Department of Transportation, an over-height commercial vehicle damaged the overpass on Aug. 27 and required a beam replacement.
Traffic Alert: Semi loaded with paint overturns on I-95 NB, blocking all lanes north of County Road 210
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Semi loaded with paint overturns on I-95 NB, blocking all lanes north of County Road 210An overturned semi is causing traffic backups on I-95 northbound early Thursday morning.
Georgia woman killed in Jacksonville hit-and-run remembered as ‘devoted worker’ during vigil Tuesday
Read full article: Georgia woman killed in Jacksonville hit-and-run remembered as ‘devoted worker’ during vigil TuesdayMary Jones, a longtime dispatcher for the Sparta Police Department in Georgia, was killed in the Sept. 12 crash. Sparta is a small community between Atlanta and Augusta.
FDOT has plan to change traffic pattern at Emerson and I-95 to ease backups
Read full article: FDOT has plan to change traffic pattern at Emerson and I-95 to ease backupsThose 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.
Monday brings isolated showers and afternoon thunderstorms as the rainy pattern continues
Read full article: Monday brings isolated showers and afternoon thunderstorms as the rainy pattern continuesA hot day with the heat index hovering around 100. Afternoon showers and potential thunderstorms will develop west of I-95 after lunchtime and stick around throughout the evening - possible gusty winds and heavy downpours can’t be ruled out as these storms develop along the sea breeze and mixed with the high heat.
All lanes of I-95 SB near World Golf Village reopen hours after overturned work trucks shut down lanes
Read full article: All lanes of I-95 SB near World Golf Village reopen hours after overturned work trucks shut down lanesTwo tractor-trailers overturned in a crash Tuesday morning on I-95 southbound at Mile Marker 326, north of World Golf Village.
2024 Voter's Guide: Florida House District 13
Read full article: 2024 Voter's Guide: Florida House District 13Democrat Angie Nixon is seeking re-election in Florida House District 13, which covers most of Northwest Jacksonville and the near Westside, west of I-95, north of 103rd Street, east of Chaffee Road and McGirts Creek.
LIVE RADAR: It is slowly drying out tonight
Read full article: LIVE RADAR: It is slowly drying out tonightScattered storms will produce heavy periods of rain with possible accumulation of up to/over 2″ due to slower-moving storms this afternoon/early evening. Highs continue in the 90s, 80s along the coast.
Bridge in Nassau County that helps connect Florida to Georgia along I-95 gets needed reinforcement
Read full article: Bridge in Nassau County that helps connect Florida to Georgia along I-95 gets needed reinforcementA lengthy reinforcement project to better protect a bridge in Nassau County that helps connect Florida to Georgia along I-95 is underway.
Heat Advisory in place throughout hot, humid afternoon
Read full article: Heat Advisory in place throughout hot, humid afternoonBe sure to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and light, loose-fitting clothing. For those who can’t be out in the heat for too long, seek air-conditioning; this includes your pets.
‘They’d like to see their quality of life improve’: City, neighborhood leaders push to revitalize Rail Yard District
Read full article: ‘They’d like to see their quality of life improve’: City, neighborhood leaders push to revitalize Rail Yard DistrictWith its cool building art and businesses nearby, on the surface, the city’s Rail Yard District gives off a hip, urban vibe.
Car slams into dump truck, sparks fire on I-95 NB between SR 16 and International Golf Parkway
Read full article: Car slams into dump truck, sparks fire on I-95 NB between SR 16 and International Golf ParkwayA driver was critically injured Tuesday night when his car slammed into the back of a dump truck, became trapped underneath it and caught fire, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
VIDEO: Car catches fire on I-95N, south of JTB, Thursday afternoon
Read full article: VIDEO: Car catches fire on I-95N, south of JTB, Thursday afternoonJFRD worked on putting out a car fire Thursday afternoon on I-95 Northbound, south of JTB. The driver escaped injury, but the car was destroyed. No word on what caused the car to catch fire.
Woman leads troopers on 20-mile chase on I-95 that ends in crash at Atlantic Boulevard exit: FHP
Read full article: Woman leads troopers on 20-mile chase on I-95 that ends in crash at Atlantic Boulevard exit: FHPA 42-year-old woman from Weeki Wachee is facing a slew of charges after leading law enforcement on a nearly 20-mile chase on I-95 before a trooper ended the pursuit with a PIT maneuver.
FDOT to open 2 new lanes on I-95 at I-295 North interchange, add safety improvements
Read full article: FDOT to open 2 new lanes on I-95 at I-295 North interchange, add safety improvementsThe 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.