The Jacksonville Jaguars and OneBlood will host the 10th annual Touchdown for Life blood drive on Saturday, July 25, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center.

A 32-year-old man was arrested after a child was injured in a shooting inside an apartment at the Village of San Jose Apartments on July 11, according to an arrest report released by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

A man faces theft and burglary charges after he was accused of stealing an ambulance from the Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department Fire Station 9 on Main Street Friday.

A Jacksonville firefighter was arrested July 9 on multiple felony drug and related charges stemming from a 2023 undercover narcotics investigation, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

A Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office patrol officer has been arrested and faces termination after bodycam footage captured him punching a handcuffed, intoxicated suspect during an arrest, Sheriff T.K. Waters announced Tuesday.

A Jacksonville social media influencer says she’s being forced out of the home her late father left her after a homeowners association in an Oakleaf 55-and-older community sued to remove her from the neighborhood and proposed charging residents a $155,000 special assessment to help pay legal fees.

A GoFundMe set up for the family of a woman and her 3-year-old son had raised about $6,000 by Friday to help the three surviving children after the pair were killed in a fiery crash on I-295, according to the fundraiser and local reports.

The U.S. Coast Guard suspended its search Sunday morning for a swimmer who went missing Saturday near Huguenot Memorial Park, officials said.

Two men were arrested after police found about 4 kilograms of fentanyl at an apartment and a large sum of cash packaged for drug distribution in a vehicle, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

The Culinary Institute of America has selected Jacksonville as the location for its future Southeast hub, marking a major milestone in the city’s efforts to transform downtown into a destination for residents, visitors and the hospitality industry.

The DONNA Foundation opened registration on Tuesday for the 20th running of DONNA Marathon Weekend, a milestone celebration that will bring thousands of runners, survivors, volunteers and supporters to Jacksonville Feb. 5-7, 2027.

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Read USA offers a paid student tutor program that puts Jacksonville’s middle and high school students to work helping younger kids build strong reading skills. Student tutors receive training in literacy strategies and one-on-one mentoring techniques, then work with elementary-age children in schools and community sites across Duval County. The program boosts reading confidence and comprehension for the little ones, while giving teen tutors job experience, leadership opportunities, and a chance to make a real impact in their own neighborhoods.

Several major downtown projects are moving closer to reality — from a new riverfront destination where the Jacksonville Landing once stood, to a potential Culinary Institute of America campus and a proposed Publix-anchored development in Pearl Square.

After two more incidents of gun violence on Monday left two men and a teen hurt, Jacksonville police have now reported a total of 10 people injured in seven separate shootings across the city from Friday through Monday.

We’re starting the day with warm, muggy conditions and a mix of clouds and sunshine. Temperatures will quickly climb into the upper 80s by this afternoon, with the humidity making it feel even hotter. As we move through the afternoon and into the early evening, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop. Tonight, showers will gradually come to an end, leaving us with partly cloudy skies and warm, humid conditions as temperatures fall into the lower 70s. Looking ahead, expect more summer heat through the rest of the week, with highs in the low 90s and a daily chance of afternoon thunderstorms.

A Jacksonville man has been arrested in connection with a 2024 hit-and-run crash that killed a local beauty supply store owner after a shoplifting incident at her business.

Former employees of Icon Preparatory School in Jacksonville say they have been unable to file their 2025 federal income taxes because they have not received correct W-2 forms — and some say they have not received W-2s at all.

A Northside Jacksonville woman says she is lucky to be alive after she says a neighbor’s tree crashed through her home Saturday during powerful weekend storms.

Grocer Kroger Co. has abandoned its plans to build up to 80 Harris Teeter stores across Florida, but it may keep the Jacksonville store that is under construction in East Arlington, as reported by the Tampa Bay Business Journal.

Josh Allen was voted the NFL’s top quarterback by The Associated Press in a preseason survey.

Five men and two women were injured in five separate incidents of gun violence across the city from Friday through Sunday, according to information from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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Two men were shot in the early morning hours Sunday when gunfire erupted after a fight spilled into the street in Downtown Jacksonville, according to police.

Officials are searching for a man who went missing after a reported drowning at Huguenot Park in Jacksonville.

An Atlanta-based mentoring program is making a stop in Jacksonville this weekend — and its leader says the city could be next on the map.

An Atlanta-based mentoring program is making a stop in Jacksonville this weekend — and its leader says the city could be next on the map.

Animal Care and Protective Services and Nassau County Animal Services are investigating a suspected animal cruelty case after a dog with third-degree burns was found abandoned in Duval County, the agencies said Friday.

Neighbors in Jacksonville’s Murray Hill neighborhood say a man has been targeting front porches for more than a month, stealing bikes, lawn equipment and other items and some residents believe the behavior is escalating into attempted home break-ins.

June’s housing market across Northeast Florida showed steady sales and more choices for buyers, with closed sales rising and inventory holding near a three- to four-month supply, according to data released Friday by the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors.

Without disclosing full details, Jacksonville-based EverBank has decided to keep its headquarters space Downtown, but has not confirmed for how long, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.

Fire crews are responding to an active brush fire in Baldwin along Interstate 10 and US 301 on Friday afternoon.

The Jacksonville Aviation Authority is preparing to take the City of Jacksonville to court, drafting a lawsuit that accuses the Jacksonville City Council of overstepping its authority, demanding the unlawful diversion of federal airport funds, and attempting to strip JAA of its legal independence.

A Jacksonville woman is facing multiple criminal charges after investigators say she spent years posing as a landlord and collecting money from unsuspecting renters for homes she had no authority to lease.

Neighbors near I-295 on Jacksonville’s Northside describe witnessing a fiery crash that killed a 42-year-old woman and 3-year-old boy, sharing cellphone video, attempted help, prayers, and a message for family.

A 31-year-old Jacksonville man was arrested after a medical examination revealed an infant in his care had suffered 25 bone fractures, according to a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office arrest report.

With a heat advisory in effect Friday for the third consecutive day in the Jacksonville area, the city announced just before noon that cooling centers will be open around the city through Sunday.

Six months after investigators and family renewed a call for information in the murder of a Jacksonville mother almost 40 years ago, Sheriff T.K. Waters announced an arrest in the case on Thursday.

Sulzbacher and city leaders broke ground Friday on Phase 2A of Enterprise Village, the nonprofit’s $28 million development that will add health care and job-training services to a new 17-acre campus.

Comedian Dominique back in Jacksonville with more humor

Event focused on helping seniors with information and supplies to battle the summer heat

More than 25 nonprofit organizations, health care providers, educational institutions and public agencies will gather July 18, for the inaugural Community Resource & Health Fair hosted by Pace Center for Girls, Jacksonville, and Pace Reach.

First Coast Cookies on San Juan Ave in Jacksonville is a sweet local stop for cookies, cookie sandwiches, cookie cakes, and boba drinks. Located at 4610 San Juan Ave, the shop offers a fun mix of classic treats and creative flavors.

High temperatures are expected to reach around 100 degrees in some locations, with heat index values feeling even higher thanks to the abundant humidity.

Two people are dead following a fiery crash on Jacksonville’s northbound Interstate 295 late Thursday night.

A Jacksonville woman was arrested Friday on multiple outstanding warrants tied to a years-long rental scam that authorities said left several victims out of hundreds to thousands of dollars.

Oceanway Church Pastor Al Force has been asked by the church’s board to temporarily step away, as questions mount over how the church handled past concerns involving former volunteer John Goodman — concerns that resurfaced after Goodman’s recent arrest in a Marion County child predator sting.

A Jacksonville man is facing felony charges after a May crash on Merrill Road left a 19-year-old dead — and investigators say alcohol and drugs were both factors.

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Emergency crews were on the scene of a fatal crash on Zoo Parkway Thursday afternoon.

What began as a neighborhood block party has grown into one of Jacksonville’s largest community celebrations. The 11th annual Duval Day returns to Clanzel T. Brown Park in Northwest Jacksonville on Saturday, bringing together local artists, businesses and thousands of people to celebrate the city.

If your bills feel like they’re piling up faster than you can pay them off, you’re not alone—and you may have more options than you think.

A 23-year-old man from Jacksonville was critically injured early Thursday when his motorcycle was struck after another vehicle changed lanes on the I‑295 flyover ramp from I‑95 southbound to I‑295 southbound, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Three years after the Jacksonville Housing Authority bought the troubled Franklin Arms apartments with plans to renovate them, the agency is abandoning that strategy and starting over.

Basketball event raising funds for unhoused students

Initially a music conference, this has evolved into a networking event for creatives in all genres

Six months after investigators and family renewed a call for information in the murder of a Jacksonville mother almost 40 years ago, Sheriff T.K. Waters announced an arrest in the case on Thursday.

Hearts 4 Minds, a Jacksonville-based nonprofit with the mission of connecting people to mental health resources and providers, is spotlighting its Mocktails with Meaning eBook this Dry July. The free digital collection features alcohol-free recipes from local Jacksonville restaurants, including a Honeydew Agua Fresca from bartaco, made with honeydew juice, lime juice, coconut water, rosemary, and agave simple syrup. Other recipes in the collection come from restaurants across the city, each one proving that mindful drinking can still be full of flavor. Every download of the eBook supports Hearts 4 Minds’ work bridging the gap between people in need and the mental health support that fits their journey. Viewers who want to download the free eBook or learn more about Hearts 4 Minds can visit hearts4minds.org/mocktails or follow along on social media at @Hearts4Minds.

Today’s forecast for Jacksonville, Florida calls for a very hot and mostly sunny day, with afternoon temperatures climbing to around 100°F.

A man involved in a dispute on Jacksonville’s Westside early Thursday morning was later taken into custody in Clay County after a standoff with law enforcement from inside a red Dodge Ram pickup truck, according to police and witnesses.

A Jacksonville man is on house arrest after a months-long investigation ended with his arrest for sexual battery and false imprisonment.

A judge agreed last month that Kirsten Bridegan, the widow of Jared Bridegan, would have to sit for a second deposition with the attorneys of her late husband’s ex-wife, who is one of those accused of orchestrating his murder. But the judge’s order, issued July 3, limits what Kirsten Bridegan can be asked to seven specific topics and caps the deposition at two hours.

Two women suffered critical injuries Wednesday morning when they were fired at by an unknown shooter while driving through Springfield, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

A Jacksonville roofing company once known for giving away free roofs on social media is now under investigation by the State Bureau of Insurance Fraud, as customers, employees and subcontractors say they are owed a combined total of nearly $1 million.

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Local musicians create benefit concert for Venezuelan Earthquake victims

Two women suffered critical injuries Wednesday morning when they were fired at by an unknown shooter while driving through Springfield, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

A man found stabbed died from their injuries after an argument in a home in Atlantic Beach according to Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

News4JAX has obtained more arrest reports connected to a serious case of child neglect in Jacksonville.

A newly obtained arrest report is shedding light on a triple shooting on Jacksonville’s Northside last week, where police say a man killed his 4-year-old daughter and seriously injured her mother and 2-year-old sister.

The man accused of killing a 6-year-old girl last year was set to be back in Duval County court Thursday morning for a pretrial hearing.

An internal Duval County Public Schools investigation concluded that former Chief of Schools Scott Schneider “knowingly failed” to report allegations of child sexual abuse involving educators at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, a failure investigators say allowed students to remain at risk for years.

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Arts Collective Theatre is proud to announce the opening of its inaugural production, Victor/Victoria, running July 10 through July 26, 2026, at the company’s brand new theatre at 6701 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, Fla. 32216. Based on the beloved Academy Award-nominated film starring Julie Andrews by Blake Edwards and featuring music by Henry Mancini with lyrics by Leslie Bricusse, Victor/Victoria tells the story of Victoria Grant, a struggling soprano who finds unexpected success by masquerading as “Count Victor Grazinski,” a man performing as a female impersonator. Set against the dazzling backdrop of 1930s Paris, the musical is a joyful celebration of identity, ambition, love, and finding the courage to become who you are.

A Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office patrol car was involved in a traffic accident with injuries on Lem Turner Road and Edgewood Avenue on Tuesday, the agency confirmed.

Chick-fil-A is exploring an expansion into Downtown Jacksonville, offering lunch service temporarily at a former lobby coffee counter in Jax Tower at 50 North, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit is investigating after an adult man was found shot to death early Tuesday on Bridges Road near Dunn Avenue.

We’re starting the day with temperatures in the 70’s, and you’ll notice plenty of sunshine through the morning hours. As we head into the afternoon, temperatures will soar into the upper 90s, with heat index values climbing well above 100 degrees, so be sure to stay hydrated if you’ll be outdoors. We’ll also be watching for scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms to develop, producing brief heavy rain, gusty winds, and frequent lightning before winding down after sunset. Overall, expect another hot and humid summer day across Northeast Florida, with the familiar pattern of sunshine early followed by a few storms later in the day. Have a great morning, and stay weather aware this afternoon!

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit is investigating after an adult man was found shot to death early Tuesday on Bridges Road near Dunn Avenue.

Duval County Schools wants to close Ortega Elementary and move its students to a rebuilt Venetia Elementary by 2028 — two years earlier than planned. Parents say the district skipped its own process, and neighbors warn the school's tripled enrollment will make traffic on Timuquana Road unlivable.

The city of Jacksonville has chosen European Street Cafe to run a café at the new Riverfront Plaza, introducing one of the area’s most well-known local restaurant brands to the center of Downtown’s revitalized riverfront.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office was on the scene of a deadly accident on Lane Ave. at Beckstrom Road Monday afternoon.

A 36-year-old woman was arrested in connection with the fatal shooting that happened after a confrontation in Jacksonville’s Norwood neighborhood, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

A woman shot a man in the leg during a domestic dispute at an Oretga apartment complex Monday morning, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

A Jacksonville woman has pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft after using a stolen identity to obtain a job at Citibank — then exploiting her position to steal customer credit card information.

A fire tore through Dinsmore Meats late Sunday night, destroying everything inside the beloved New Kings Road butcher shop, leaving its owners and neighbors heartbroken.

A Jacksonville couple and their babysitter are behind bars after investigators say an infant child suffered a pattern of serious injuries, including a fractured skull.

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is hosting a series of community meetings and a public hearing in July to gather public feedback on proposed fare and service changes. Find a meeting near you to learn more, ask questions and share your thoughts.

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The City of Jacksonville said it has been awarded about $12.5 million in federal and philanthropic grants to modernize its Mayport working waterfront, advance multimodal transportation projects downtown, expand emergency shelter services, and invest in urban trees and youth-led sustainability efforts.

For Independent Retailer Month, Jacksonville leaders Cheya Thousand and Autumn Redding are shining a light on the importance of supporting local businesses.

A man in his late 30s was shot in the leg Monday morning at a Murray Hill apartment complex, and police are searching for two suspects, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

Fencing is up, equipment is staged, pipes are stacked, dirt is piled up, some shrubbery and trees are down and boards cover some of the entrances to the former Regency Square Mall in Arlington, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.

Nathaniel P. Ford Sr., chief executive officer of the Jacksonville Transportation Authority, told the JTA Board of Directors Friday that he will resign effective Jan. 8, 2027, concluding more than 13 years with the agency.

A violent Fourth of July weekend left two people dead and two others wounded in four separate shootings across Jacksonville, police said.

A man was shot and killed on Jacksonville’s Northside following a confrontation with a woman.

A man is dead after a shooting police say stemmed from a fight during 4th of July festivities near Jacksonville’s Oceanway neighborhood.

Celebrate America 250 with News4JAX, a two-hour special airing at 8 p.m. tonight that counts down to a Fourth of July fireworks show stretching from Jacksonville to St. Augustine.

New Florida law changes when the clock starts to prosecute mandatory reporters who fail to report suspected child abuse, inspired by Douglas Anderson cases, as Baldwin principal’s arrest renews attention.

Former youth leaders and members of Oceanway Church in Jacksonville are speaking out following the arrest of a former volunteer accused in a Marion County child predator sting — and they are disputing the church’s account of his involvement with youth and children prior to any arrest or investigation.