Well, the people of Jacksonville have made their voices heard, and the JAXBest 2025 winner for “best pizza in Jacksonville” is Moon River Pizza!
As Florida continues to add to a modern-era record for executions in a year, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said he is bringing justice to victims’ families. Florida has executed 15 inmates this year, with two more scheduled in November. The previous modern-era record for a year was eight in 1984 and 2014.
Four hospitals in Florida, including Wolfson Children’s Hospital in Jacksonville and Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando, were awarded $7.5 million each Monday for pediatric cancer research.
A nail-biter victory in Las Vegas left Jaguars fans buzzing Monday morning -- especially about kicker Cam Little’s NFL history-making field goal.
A man is in serious but stable condition after he was shot and stabbed during an argument with a man and woman late Sunday night behind a Westside gas station, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Dick’s Wings and Grill is a thriving family-friendly sports restaurant with 15 locations in North Florida and South Georgia.
A recent poll from the University of North Florida shows housing costs and property taxes are among the biggest worries for Floridians heading into 2026. “Affordability, affordability, affordability. That is the dominant theme of this poll,” said government law attorney Chris Hand.
The Florida Gators held a fourth-quarter lead against Georgia in Jacksonville, but the upset bid fell short as the Bulldogs escaped 24–20.
Gunner Stockton threw two touchdown passes, Chauncey Bowens scored on a 36-yard run late and No. 5 Georgia escaped the rivalry known as the “World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party” with a 24-20 victory against Florida.
A large plume of black smoke that could be seen near EverBank Stadium came from an ATV fire, Jacksonville Fire and Rescue said.
Jacksonville businesses are stepping up to help families affected by the SNAP benefit delay. At Jerome Brown BBQ on the Northside, owners and volunteers are feeding hundreds of people and expect to serve thousands throughout the day.
As the federal government shutdown approaches the one-month mark, the effects are already being felt by everyday Americans, says government law attorney Chris Hand during our weekly segment, Hand on Government on This Week In Jacksonville.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to two separate domestic disputes that left two men shot between Friday evening and early Saturday morning.
The Florida-Georgia college football rivalry, a Jacksonville tradition since 1933, will temporarily move away from the city due to stadium renovations, with games scheduled in Atlanta and Tampa for the next two years.
Two Jacksonville nonprofits are organizing supply drives and a large distribution event to help children and families during the government shutdown.
Meteorologist Katie Garner delivers the Jacksonville weekend forecast: cool, sunny game day, perfect conditions for the Out of the Darkness walk, and a small chance of Gulf showers on Sunday and Monday.
A woman accused of stalking Charles Jones, a Jacksonville rapper known as “Julio Foolio,” is testifying in court Friday.
News4JAX reporter Chris Will put together a poem to encapsulate all the feels of The World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party.
Haunt Nights, a popular Halloween attraction, has found a temporary new location in Riverside after its original venue at Adventure Landing closed unexpectedly. The Greenlight Theatre Company is hosting the event for three days, allowing the haunted house to operate on Halloween and November 1st, with ticket sales supporting next year's event.
In a written statement, police acknowledged that the Paxon Shopping Center is a frequent source of noise complaints and calls for service. The parking lot often fills with people playing loud music and performing car stunts late at night.
Tour guide Gary Sass of Ad Libs Tours, gave us a tour of Old City Cemetery and captivated us with tales of paranormal activity and local legends in Jacksonville. His River City Haunts tours take guests through eerie tunnels and historic sites downtown, including hidden bank vaults and secret passageways believed to be haunted. Each experience blends history, storytelling, and a touch of spine-chilling adventure.
A man accused of fatally stabbing his coworker at the Anheuser-Busch facility on the Northside was arrested Friday, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
A woman accused of stalking Charles Jones, a Jacksonville rapper known as “Julio Foolio,” is testifying in court Friday.
The iconic half black and red/half orange and blue EverBank Stadium divide for the Florida-Georgia game won’t be seen in Jacksonville the next two years.
Since 2004, Jacksonville has always had only one cruise line sailing from JaxPort: Carnival. That changed Friday with the arrival of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship.
The Jacksonville Fair, a beloved downtown tradition for decades, is preparing for a major change. After 70 years at its current location, the fair will move to the Westside in 2026, and while the move promises new opportunities, some neighbors are raising concerns about traffic and safety on Normandy Boulevard near the new site.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a man died Thursday afternoon after he was stabbed inside the Anheuser-Busch facility.
A former UNF instructor claims his firing over alleged threats to students was a misunderstanding and seeks reinstatement.
The Spiers Brown Roberts Cemetery in Jacksonville is overgrown and fined $76,000, with unclear responsibility for its upkeep due to ownership by an out-of-state construction company.
Another shooting along Harts Road on Jacksonville’s Northside is raising new concerns about crime in the area and prompting renewed calls for safety improvements.
In this episode of This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition, CEO Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Walt Piatt discusses how WWP has evolved from its founding mission to become a significant force in veteran career transition and economic stability.
The News4JAX I-TEAM has been investigating ongoing problems at Arbor Oaks Apartments on the west side since September, after a resident reported going days without running water.
Robert Palmer, owner of Jacksonville Armada FC, announced the sale of the professional soccer club to a Jacksonville-based business owner, marking a new chapter for the team.
The St. Johns River Water Management District is reminding residents and businesses across the Lower St. Johns River basin that watering restrictions will change to once per week on Nov. 2.
The Empowered Kitchen is helping local female chefs turn recipes into revenue, and for many, it’s a life-changing first step toward owning a business.
A Duval County mother said her son contracted pinworms at New Berlin Elementary School, adding that the first grader came home with the infection at the end of September, leading to a difficult experience for her family.
A man in his 50s died following a crash at the intersection of Monument and Lee roads in Jacksonville, marking the 141st traffic fatality in Duval County this year.
Fletcher High School was briefly placed on lockdown on Wednesday after an online threat to “shoot up the school” was made by a student, according to the school’s principal.
A Jacksonville mother is highlighting her family's pain from bullying in school, stemming from students making drill raps about her son's murder.
A Jacksonville business owner in Jamaica is providing a firsthand look at the damage caused by Hurricane Melissa.
Mayor Donna Deegan will join the Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation and the city’s Military Affairs & Veterans Department to highlight events for the 2025 Celebration of Valor and announce the Jaguars community grants for organizations serving active-duty military and veterans.
Whether you are going to be in the stands to watch the Florida-Georgia game, tailgating in the EverBank parking lot, or having a tailgate with friends on your home turf, you want to make sure you represent your team.
HOLON, an autonomous vehicle developer, participated in a signing ceremony Monday to formalize the construction of its first production facility in the U.S., which will be located on Jacksonville’s Northside.
With a 14-5 vote, the Jacksonville City Council approved legislation on Tuesday night to create a special district, called the Business Improvement District, in 5 Points.
Turning Point USA is expanding its presence with new chapters, including one starting soon at Fletcher High School in Duval County. However, a message showing someone holding a sign that reads “9 millimeters beats 911 every time” has raised concerns among students who see it as promoting gun violence in a school setting.
Jacksonville business owner Ricky Ravelo is currently in Jamaica after being unable to leave the country.
A little over a week after Jacksonville University President Tim Cost announced that he would be transitioning from his current role to become the school’s Chancellor in summer 2026, the school has announced its new temporary leader.
Construction around EverBank Stadium is leading officials to encourage Florida-Georgia fans to arrive even earlier than usual for Saturday's game.
On April 1, 2023, 16-year-old Makye Vogel went to a birthday party at an apartment complex on Jacksonville’s Southside. He never came back home.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash on Tuesday at the intersection of Gold Star Family Parkway on Pecan Park Road.
Fans line up early for Florida-Georgia's final game in Jacksonville until 2028, as RV City prepares to open Tuesday. The rivalry will temporarily move while the stadium undergoes renovations.
Days after News4JAX posted a story about late-night noise complaints involving loud music during large gatherings inside the Paxon Shopping Center parking lot on Edgewood Avenue, News4JAX returned to the area to record what nearby residents had been complaining about.
Overgrown and forgotten, the Spires Brown Roberts Cemetery lies hidden in thick brush off West 33rd and Spires streets in Jacksonville. Neighbors say the neglected site, which dates back decades, desperately needs cleanup.
Hey, Jacksonville! Check out these awesome events happening around Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.
Officials at the Jericho School for Children with Autism have informed families that the school will not be reopening, turning what the Board of Directors had hoped would be a temporary closure into a permanent one.
Three separate shootings across Jacksonville within a 12-hour span this weekend left four people injured, with one victim suffering life-threatening injuries, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
After a child and four adults were injured, one critically, in a crash Sunday on Normandy Boulevard, local residents told News4JAX it’s not the first time they’ve seen mangled cars on that stretch of road.
Whether you have tickets to Saturday’s annual Florida-Georgia game in Jacksonville or you just plan to head downtown for some tailgating tradition, we have some important information you need to know.
Friends and family gathered Sunday morning at New Life International Church to celebrate the life of Genesis Webber, a 13-year-old killed in a hit-and-run crash in Arlington about a month ago.
A fatal traffic crash occurred early Sunday morning on Gold Star Family Parkway in Duval County, resulting in the death of a man in his mid-40s.
Two men were wounded early Sunday morning in a shooting outside Tipsy Bar & Grill on Edgewood Avenue South, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan described her recent trip to London as a focused effort to strengthen business relationships and attract investment to Northeast Florida.
A crash with injuries has closed all southbound lanes on the Dames Point Bridge on Friday night, police said.
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.
Eight months following a life-altering incident that left a woman paralyzed from the neck down, her family is seeking help to pay mounting bills.
The City of Jacksonville is looking to join the fight against hunger by supporting the “Peanut Butter Challenge,” and is asking residents to spread the word.
The City of Jacksonville is investigating one of its employees after a resident claimed a city worker told her family to stop filing complaints about problem properties in her neighborhood.
Jacksonville city leaders are rolling out a new tool designed to give residents a clearer picture of the city’s ongoing efforts to address the affordable housing crisis.
The Director of Revenue Planning & Analysis (RP&A) partners with Sales, Digital, and Finance leadership to provide strategic insights, forecasting accuracy, and performance visibility across all revenue channels.
The City of Jacksonville debuted a music video featuring Mayor Donna Deegan, a local rapper and students for the “Keep Jax Cute, Don’t Pollute” anti-littering campaign.
A proposal calling for the creation of a special district in Riverside’s 5 Points neighborhood is moving forward with the City Council.
Miami-based charter school operator Mater Academy, which is targeting school districts across the state under the expanded “Schools of Hope” program, has major plans for Duval County, according to a report from our news partner, Jacksonville Today.
Neighbors in the San Jose community are perplexed about the replacement of pipes along Hernando Road. Jacksonville Today reader Michelle N. says she has "no clue what the real issue is" and wants answers.
As more Jacksonville families face financial strain, the Max Block Food Pantry is stepping up to help. Open to anyone in need, the pantry promises no one will leave empty-handed — and volunteers are welcoming new faces with open arms. Find out how you can get help or donate.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it arrested a 40-year-old man after searching his home and finding massive amounts of fentanyl, meth, cocaine, crack, and marijuana.
Whether you trick-or-treat in your own neighborhood or have a favorite spot to take your kiddos, it’s a good idea to know before you head out who they might encounter.
The chief executive officer of a local nonprofit that says it is dedicated to investing millions annually in Duval County’s youth programs and services was fired on Wednesday.
A Jacksonville immigrant advocacy group said it is “deeply concerned” about the Clay County Sheriff’s Office’s conducting a driver’s license checkpoint in Green Cove Springs on Friday.
About six weeks after being rescued from the Ortega River after he was struck by a vessel and injured, manatee Koa was returned to the wild on Thursday.
Officials at the Jericho School for Children with Autism said they are temporarily ceasing operations due to the federal funding delay from the government shutdown.
