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Jacksonville real estate broker Cedric Griffin is now behind bars after years on the run, facing accusations of orchestrating a Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors of nearly $6 million.
Despite the disappointment, Johnson hopes for a future where people focus less on terminology and more on learning from each other.
As Human Trafficking Prevention Month comes to a close, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is giving a rare look inside its vice unit and the cases they encounter.
More than 7.6 million passengers flew through Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) in 2024, making it the busiest year ever in the airport’s history.
Jaguars fans lined up at the gates by the Gallagher Club and stretched back hundreds of feet, anxiously awaiting the start of a hastily arranged event to celebrate new head coach Liam Coen.
The Jaguars made the first big hire of Liam Coen’s coaching tenure, tabbing Anthony Campanile for the defensive coordinator late Thursday night.
One of the 60 passengers on board the American Airlines flight that collided with an Army helicopter was the daughter of a Jacksonville lawyer.
In the wake of the deadly Wednesday night collision between a passenger jet and an Army helicopter, a Jacksonville man shared an unsettling experience during a flight last week from Charlotte to Reagan Washington National Airport.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition provides an in-depth look at the city’s thriving tourism industry.
Nearly a week after a 7-year-old boy was shot and killed while walking down the street, his family is inviting the community to celebrate his much too short life on Thursday with a candlelight vigil.
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office records show that a Jacksonville real estate broker accused of running a multi-million dollar Ponzi scheme is behind bars after police searching for years.
Jacksonville ranked its highest or most extreme winter based on the Winter Misery Index which tracks the impacts of winter weather across cities in the U.S.
The 10th Annual Curls and Convo event will take place in Jacksonville, FL, on February 8, 2025. This milestone celebration, held in honor of Black History Month, is a tribute to community and culture. Hosted by Mygani, Curls and Convo is a signature event created to empower women and girls to embrace self-confidence, regardless of their hair texture or skin complexion. Now in its 10th year, the event is partnering with Empowerment Resources Inc. (ERI), a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to equipping children and families to become strong and successful leaders. Tickets can be purchased online at https://curlsandconvo-10.eventbrite.com. Use promo code RCL for $10 of adult ticket. Promo ends January 29 at midnight
The 10th Annual Curls and Convo event will take place in Jacksonville, FL, on February 8, 2025. This milestone celebration, held in honor of Black History Month, is a tribute to community and culture. Hosted by Mygani, Curls and Convo is a signature event created to empower women and girls to embrace self-confidence, regardless of their hair texture or skin complexion. Now in its 10th year, the event is partnering with Empowerment Resources Inc. (ERI), a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to equipping children and families to become strong and successful leaders. Tickets can be purchased online at https://curlsandconvo-10.eventbrite.com. Use promo code RCL for $10 of adult ticket. Promo ends January 29 at midnight
Some Jacksonville City Council members are questioning the job performance of the city’s top legal officer, General Counsel Michael Fackler, following Mayor Donna Deegan’s recent veto of a controversial waste contract.
Morning Show anchor and I-TEAM reporter Jennifer Waugh has been digging deep into the News4JAX vault for the last year, piecing together our first series about police corruption in Jacksonville in the late 1990s.
One year after the $60 million RISE Doro luxury apartment complex in Jacksonville burned down, its developers remain determined to come back stronger.
For nearly a decade, First 90 and Beyond 90 has been a lifeline for refugee families starting new lives in Jacksonville. But a recent executive order signed by President Trump puts the organization’s future—and the future of the families they serve—hanging in the balance.
A man was arrested and charged with the murder of another man who was found unresponsive on a sidewalk in December 2024 in Northwest Jacksonville, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn, who was convicted on charges of conspiracy and wire fraud, was booked into a federal prison in South Carolina.
The maternal grandmother of an 8-month-old boy who was hit by a car and killed on Saturday is asking the community for prayers and support.
The Jacksonville City Council will introduce two resolutions during Tuesday’s meeting to honor and congratulate Raines High School’s principal and football team for an outstanding performance.
“Currently, 91% of individuals with IDD are unemployed. That’s unacceptable, and we can do better,” Reichert said. The PAWS program was created to address this disparity, providing both skills training and professional certifications.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is taking proactive steps to address the issue of gun and gang violence in Duval County, and a recent surge in violence in the city highlights the need to expand those efforts.
Meridian Waste threatens legal action after Jacksonville’s General Counsel invalidates a City Council-approved 29% pay raise for waste haulers.
25 readers were honored Monday at a City Hall ceremony commemorating the one-year anniversary of River City Readers, a citywide challenge to help more Duval County students read at a grade level.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is putting a call out for anyone to speak up if they’ve been a potential victim of a recently arrested contractor.
Four days after 7-year-old Breon Allen was killed in a drive-by shooting on Commonwealth Avenue, there have been no arrests.
2025 has been quite the year of change for the Jacksonville Jaguars. On Jan. 6, the team moved on from Doug Pederson as their head coach, and about two weeks later on Jan. 22, they decided to “respectfully separate” from their general manager Trent Baalke.
The community is showing an outpouring of support to a family who lost their son Friday night. Seven-year-old Breon Allen was tragically killed in a shooting while simply going about his daily routine to the store with his cousin, 21-year-old Lafayette Mango Jr.
Will Liam Coen call plays? What's his biggest task with the Jaguars? Looking at some of the flash points of Coen's introduction as the Jaguars new head coach.
Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan kicked off a series of town hall meetings to discuss budget priorities with residents. The first event, held at the Legends Center, drew a packed crowd with several priorities on their mind.
The University of North Florida and the College of Education and Human Services is hosting a special event at 2 p.m. Monday, during which President Moez Limayem will make a major announcement.
After a wild week that saw firings, name withdrawals, and hirings, the Jacksonville Jaguars are set to officially introduce Liam Coen as their next head coach.
Two men were transported to a hospital in critical condition after they were shot Monday morning at an apartment complex in the Brentwood neighborhood, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
The 5th Annual Florida “RUN FOR THE FALLEN” is scheduled to take place from Friday, February 7, 2025, to Sunday, February 9, 2025. This event honors fallen soldiers by running from the Florida State Capitol in Tallahassee to the Veterans Memorial in Jacksonville, covering a total distance of 170 miles over three days.
Eden had some “Sidewalk Talk” with Rotarian Marshall Butler, who has embarked on an ambitious project to run every street in Jacksonville, Florida, covering over 15,000 streets and an estimated 6,000 to 7,000 miles.
Each year, Bourbon & Brisket raises enough money to provide over 250,000 meals to families facing hunger in Northeast Florida. Enjoy some of Jacksonville’s finest bold beverages and savory plates featuring curated dishes and craft cocktails from local restaurants and distilleries. This unique fundraising experience includes whiskey tastings, gourmet fare, live music, and exciting auctions. This year’s event at Strings Sports Brewery’s new location in Jacksonville Beach will be bigger and tastier than ever! Get tickets at www.feedingnefl.org
Yanira “Yaya” Cardona was named Jacksonville’s first Hispanic Outreach Coordinator in 2024 and has focused on working with Hispanic entrepreneurs.
Black history is made daily but because of Carter G. Woodson — nicknamed the father of Black History Month — the celebration of Black culture is commemorated during the second month of the year.
The Jaguars hired Liam Coen as their new head coach on Friday. He will be introduced during a Monday afternoon press conference. We hand out the grades for Jacksonville’s hire of Coen.
A woman has filed a lawsuit against the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO), claiming officers used excessive force during an encounter in her home that left her with lasting injuries.
Two men from Jacksonville died on Sunday after they were involved in a crash on Interstate 295 in Duval County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The first-ever Jacksonville Mural Festival brought color, creativity, and community to the expanding Rail Yard District on Saturday.
A man was arrested for fatally striking an 8-month-old on Saturday afternoon with his car after placing the baby in the street, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
CamiCakes, a beloved cupcake bakery in Jacksonville, has officially closed its doors after 19 years of serving sweet treats to the community.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said two people died on Saturday morning after a house was “fully engulfed” in flames in the city’s Grand Park neighborhood.
A 7-year-old boy was fatally shot Friday afternoon during a drive-by shooting on the Westside.
The pie shop that previously served delicious sweet treats on Jacksonville’s Riverside is resurging in its next chapter with a downtown location.
Employees at Florida Blue, the largest health insurance provider in Jacksonville, spoke out Friday about the company’s decision to lay off hundreds of workers.
In a whirlwind two-day saga, Tampa Bay Buccaneers OC Liam Coen will officially be the next head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars after initially backing out of the interview pool.
Hamburger Mary’s Jacksonville is preparing to welcome back guests to its well-known restaurant and entertainment venue under new management and location in February.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office was investigating after a church in a Northside neighborhood was burglarized multiple times last week.
The Jacksonville Jaguars are reportedly zeroing in on Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen as their next head coach. Some fans are optimistic.
A 16-year-old is facing charges after a deadly shooting Thursday morning that forced Westside High School to temporarily go on lockout.
Mayport shrimp is the 800 lb. seafood gorilla in Jacksonville, but another delicacy has floated to the surface for the community to embrace...lobster rolls! Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls has 3 locations. Fernandina Beach, St. Johns Town Center and now Durbin Creek Pavilion. Rance and EP Tom rolled down to Durbin Creek to dive into the flavor profile.
The legendary Durkee Field built in 1912, now known as James P. Small Park and Hank Aaron Field, received improvements to the ballfield, which will be celebrated in a ceremony Friday.
A controversial rezoning will be the topic of discussion at Thursday night’s public hearing regarding a proposal to bring five row-style homes on a small strip of land in Riverside.
Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference Thursday afternoon in Jacksonville.
Brian Thomas Jr. is a finalist for the rookie of the year and heading to next week’s Pro Bowl in Orlando, the latest accolades for the Jaguars receiver.
A grieving family is asking for support from the community after a 9-year-old passed away after a house caught fire in Jacksonville’s Mandarin neighborhood.
Roland Ball is facing first-degree murder charges in what police consider a gang retaliation ambush shooting that killed 17-year-old Inandi Wyche.
Three people were transported to a hospital with possibly life-threatening injuries Thursday morning after a fire broke out in a vacant Northwest Jacksonville home, according to the Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department.
A Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office corrections officer was charged with false imprisonment and battery in an incident involving his girlfriend and has resigned from the agency, Sheriff T.K. Waters announced Thursday.
A man was killed in a shooting Thursday morning at an apartment complex right across from Westside High School, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
On Wednesday, the Jaguars announced that they are moving on from general manager Trent Baalke after a rollercoaster tenure with the team that witnessed the disastrous Urban Meyer era, a shocking playoff berth and win, a season that began promising before falling off the rails, and the most recent debacle in the form of a 4-13 season that will see the team pick within the top five of the NFL Draft for the third time in five seasons.
The Jaguars fired general manager Trent Baalke on Wednesday, a little more than two weeks after they fired head coach Doug Pederson. News4JAX takes a look at some of the top candidates to replace Baalke.
The Jacksonville International Airport reopened Wednesday at noon after the winter storm prompted its closure Tuesday evening.
Several bridges across Jacksonville were closed in both directions Wednesday morning amid the winter storm causing hazardous icy conditions, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
It was a unique morning Wednesday as many in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia woke up to snow and a mix of winter precipitation!
Mayor Donna Deegan, along with other city officials, provided an update on winter storm preparations Tuesday evening, urging Northeast Florida residents to avoid traveling on icy roads.
A list of closures in Duval County, including the Clerk of Courts, Jacksonville Sheriff's Office buildings, First Coast YMCA's and Duval County Public Schools
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office released videos Tuesday showing the dramatic moments when a Jacksonville man was shot in the leg during a December traffic stop.
The Stompdown 2025 steps into Jacksonville Saturday on a mission to connect different cultures, different influences and more while fostering a competition between step teams from middle school to college. Besides the show, the team focuses on health, wellness and fitness initiatives, drug abuse education, violence prevention, raising self esteem and more.
