JEA crews headed north Friday morning to assist with potential power restoration efforts as a major winter storm threatens South Carolina’s Atlantic Coast.
A man who was attacked by three would-be robbers in his home on 6th Avenue Thursday afternoon was wounded in a gun battle and also injured one of the suspects, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
For 12 hours, News4JAX, community volunteers, and business partners joined forces to raise money for Wolfson Children’s Hospital. Jenese Harris reports on how the community came together to give back.
Duval County Schools is considering boundary changes as part of future school consolidations. A working group recently discussed several options for four of the 12 schools under consideration for boundary changes.
Stephen D. Hicks, a police officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, has been involved in several internal affairs investigations and vehicle incidents from 2022 through 2025, reports obtained by News4JAX show.
A substitute teacher was arrested last Thursday after she was found possessing fentanyl while in an employee bathroom at Oceanway Middle School, according to arrest reports.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting with injuries that happened at a McDonald’s at the St. Johns Town Center on Sunday night.
Democratic state Rep. Angie Nixon has announced her candidacy for the Florida U.S. Senate seat held by Republican Ashley Moody in the 2026 election.
Victor Dover - co-founder and principal of Dover Kohl & Partners and keynote speaker for Scenic Jacksonville’s Sixth Annual Great Cities Symposium (Feb. 5) - joins Kent Justice to discuss how cities can grow in ways that strengthen quality of life and long-term economic competitiveness. Dover argues that communities aren’t just recruiting businesses; they’re recruiting people—and the experience “outside between buildings” can be a deciding factor for talent, investment, and lasting prosperity.
A woman accused of punching a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) trooper and kicking an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer during a traffic stop on Beach Boulevard last week will appear for a detention hearing Thursday afternoon after she was indicted this week by a federal grand jury.
A man crashed into a JEA utility crew site, and now one of the workers is sharing their story. This comes as JEA and all first responders remind drivers to pull over when they see them on the side of the road, as January is Move Over Month.
Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan is bringing back her town hall series to hear from the community about issues that shape the city.
Two military veterans are transitioning from serving overseas to serving patients here at home. Dr. Kyle Mikals and Dr. Samantha Mikals have returned to Jacksonville and launched Jacksonville Concierge Medicine, a relationship-based practice designed for people with busy schedules.
New video and witness accounts are shedding light on the events that led an off-duty Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office officer to grab a teenager off an e-bike and slam him to the ground at Sunshine Skate Park over the weekend.
Jacksonville city councilmembers are exploring the possibility of establishing a permanent oversight committee to enhance transparency and improve management of city funds, potentially replacing the current Duval DOGE committee.
The mother of a 19-year-old who was shot and killed in 2023 spoke with News4JAX about her grief and finding peace now that her son's killer has been convicted.
Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Jacksonville announced the launch of residential sales on Wednesday, partnering with Douglas Elliman to market 26 private homes in a development set to open in 2027.
Gateway Jax broke ground Wednesday on 721 North Pearl Street, launching work to convert an existing parking garage into a retail-oriented anchor that will help form a new pedestrian shopping corridor along Beaver Street in the Pearl Square neighborhood.
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority will host its 2026 State of the Authority on Wednesday to recap its 2025 achievements and its vision for the year ahead and beyond.
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority will host its 2026 State of the Authority on Wednesday to recap its 2025 achievements and its vision for the year ahead and beyond.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office released Wednesday the arrest report of a woman accused of punching a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) trooper and kicking an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer at a parking lot on Beach Boulevard last week.
The Downtown Investment Authority will meet Wednesday afternoon to weigh major development projects affecting the Southbank and Riverfront.
Jacksonville woman Stephanie Miller is working hard to walk again after a crash last month left her paralyzed from the chest down.
Two employees were arrested after a fight with a co-worker escalated into a shooting at the Oceanway McDonald’s on North Main Street, according to an arrest report obtained by News4JAX.
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority will host its 2026 State of the Authority on Wednesday to recap its 2025 achievements and its vision for the year ahead and beyond.
Surveillance video that is believed to show an off-duty Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office officer slamming a kid at South Beach Skate Park has sparked outrage among adult skateboarders and parents who frequent the park.
A prominent Jacksonville pastor is publicly admitting he tried to avoid paying more than half a million dollars in federal taxes, according to court records and statements he posted on social media.
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.
The family of a 13-year-old girl killed in a hit-and-run while walking along Arlington Road last fall will face the man accused of her death on Tuesday morning.
Former NFL player William Sweet, now a successful businessman, has transitioned from sports to impactful ventures in real estate and transportation, while inspiring others through his community-focused initiatives.
From Southside to Orange Park, Jacksonville’s sports bars transformed into spirited outposts of college football fandom as Indiana and Miami supporters gathered to watch their teams battle for the national championship.
The parents of a 25-year-old mother involved in a life-changing car accident are looking to raise one million dollars to cover their daughter’s recovery journey after an unexpected turn of events.
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.
A Duval County mom said repeated missed school bus pickups are putting both her sons’ education and her nursing job at risk. Now, the district and its bus contractor said they’re working on a solution.
Two shootings and an armed robbery were reported across three fast-food restaurants in Jacksonville over the weekend, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Hundreds of bundled-up onlookers gathered Monday morning to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at Jacksonville’s 45th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Parade.
JSO says veteran officer Stephen D. Hicks was accused by a teenager and multiple witnesses of grabbing the teen off an e-bike and throwing him to the ground inside a Jacksonville Beach skate park.
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.
Jacksonville is gearing up for the 45th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Parade on Monday, where hundreds are expected to gather downtown to honor Dr. King’s legacy. The event features local bands, dance troupes and floats, and will follow its traditional route from EverBank Stadium along Bay Street.
There is a large police presence at the McDonald’s on North Main Street and New Berlin, and one person was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries, the Jacksonville Fire Rescue said.
News4JAX was a partner for the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, honoring King’s legacy through volunteer projects across Duval, Clay and Nassau counties.
A mother, who lost her son almost nine years ago, is transforming her grief into acts of service to help others.
On Friday, Ellis’ attorney, Stephen Kelly, filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against multiple officers, Sheriff T.K. Waters, and the City of Jacksonville. The lawsuit alleges violations of Ellis’ Fourth and Fourteenth Amendment rights, excessive force, failure to intervene, fabrication of evidence, false reporting, and municipal liability under Monell.
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.
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.
Protestors organized on Friday outside Jacksonville’s City Hall downtown to condemn recent operations by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and demanded that a city employee who was placed on leave following a controversial video be reinstated.
Two men were found dead behind a Springfield home after a dog walker discovered them Thursday. Police confirmed evidence of gunfire but many questions remain unanswered.
After years of waiting and despite pushback from some residents, Duval County has a new Medical Examiner’s Office for District 4, located on the city’s Northside off Golfair Road.
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.
A California man was sentenced to over 20 years in prison for child exploitation and attempting to take a missing 12-year-old girl on a bus from Jacksonville to California, according to the Department of Justice.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s help to locate an elderly woman who was last seen on Thursday evening on Jacksonville’s Northside.
Jacksonville will officially kick off Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend on Friday with a long-standing tradition that brings the community together—the Dr. MLK Jr. Breakfast.
A corrections officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office was arrested on Wednesday in Flagler County and is accused of battery and witness tampering, according to police.
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.
Following community meetings, JTA modified plans for its paratransit service, keeping Connexion Plus but raising rates. The changes start February 1.
The City of Jacksonville said one of its employees has been placed on administrative leave after she posted a video on Wednesday talking about recent reports of increased presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents across the area.
A sweeping sports bribery and point-shaving scheme across college and Chinese basketball games has pulled in former Paxon star and All-News4JAX basketball player of the year Isaiah Adams.
Dr. Kyle Mikals and Dr. Samantha Mikals, both military veterans and board-certified physicians, share their journey transitioning from military medicine to launching a concierge healthcare practice in Jacksonville. They discuss leadership lessons from their service, the unique benefits of concierge and direct primary care, and their vision for growing a patient-focused practice that balances quality care with work-life fulfillment. They also highlight the importance of community support for veterans and the evolving healthcare landscape in Northeast Florida.
St. Johns County Fire Rescue (SCFR) handled nearly 68,000 calls for service in 2025, marking an increase from about 65,000 calls in 2024. That’s roughly 3,000 more calls in just one year.
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.
The City of Jacksonville said one of its employees has been placed on administrative leave after she posted a video on Wednesday talking about recent reports of increased presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents across the area.
A nearly $21 million incentive package for a dual-brand Marriott hotel on Baptist Health’s Southbank campus is set for consideration by the Downtown Investment Authority board next week, according to News4JAX partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.
The accused driver in the murder of 13-year-old Prince Holland was set to appear in court Thursday morning, months after a mistrial was declared in his case.
Investigators and family are renewing a call for information that could lead to an arrest in the murder of a Jacksonville mother almost 40 years ago.
A Belgian man who spends time caring for a Jacksonville World War II soldier's grave is looking to connect with their relatives.
A class action lawsuit against the International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) facility in Murray Hill is advancing after a judge's approval.
Mayor Donna Deegan honored her friendly bet with the Buffalo mayor by sending a truck-load of Mayport shrimp and a monetary donation to a local food bank.
December closed out 2025 with a Northeast Florida housing market that showed resilience and growing balance, according to the Northeast Florida Association of REALTORS.
Jacksonville's National Baptist Convention plans to challenge ICE operations today while Sheriff TK Waters defends agents' safety measures as necessary law enforcement practices.
Three separate crashes were causing significant traffic delays near and on the Buckman Bridge on Wednesday morning, according to Florida 511.
Jacksonville City Council asked on Tuesday for the Main Street Bridge, one of Downtown’s most recognizable landmarks, to be added to the National Register of Historic Places, according to News4JAX partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.
Two men were killed in an overnight crash on Interstate 10 in Duval County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
City officials are reviewing a permit to demolish the closed Museum of Science & History (MOSH) on Jacksonville’s Southbank, according to News4JAX partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.
Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters defended his department’s response to three officer-involved shootings this year, saying officers faced armed suspects in each incident and had to act in self-defense.
The Class of 2025 set a district record as Duval County Public Schools reported a historically high graduation rate Tuesday, with gains across every student subgroup and at nearly every high school.
Jacksonville City Council votes Tuesday on selling the long-vacant 1916 Armory at 851 N. Market St. for about $3 million, clearing redevelopment plans for brewery, food hall, and maker space.
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority will keep its premium Connexion Plus service but introduce a new fare structure to help cover rising operating costs, the agency announced Thursday.
Baptist Health is planning to add a 15-story, nearly $110 million hotel to its campus on the Downtown Southbank, a representative told a Jacksonville City Council committee Jan. 12.
JEA will focus on the senior community on Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at JEA Headquarters. With flu rates rising, JEA is partnering with the Duval County Health Department to offer free flu and shingles vaccines.
On Monday, the COO of Joe’s Crab Shack confirmed to News4JAX that the restaurant will be closing and converted into a Bubba Gump Shrimp Company location.
A day after two undercover officers with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office shot a man who they said was pointing a gun at them, neighbors described the encounter to News4JAX.
Nearly seven years after the former Duval County Courthouse was demolished, Jacksonville officials say they are moving closer to activating the long-vacant riverfront property at 330 E. Bay St., a site many leaders see as a key to revitalizing downtown.
The College Sports Commission has rejected nearly $15 million in name, image, likeness agreements since it started evaluating them over the summer, representing more than 10% of the value of all the deals it has analyzed and closed.
