Jacksonville Beach Police Department Chief Gene Paul N. Smith said his agency “stopped something really bad from happening” during two events that brought hundreds to the Beaches.

It has been 11 years since the Florida Gators basketball team last played in the Final Four. This Friday, the Gators will return to the tournament to face Auburn.

Beaches opening weekend is still weeks away, but it’s not too early to grab your pail and shovel and start practicing for the annual sandcastle contest.

As warmer weather and spring break increase activity around Jacksonville’s beaches, the Jacksonville Beach Police Department is taking a firm stance against “unauthorized” and “unpermitted” events.

Jacksonville Beach Police said a 21-year-old man drove his father’s car into the ocean on Wednesday morning because he was angry with him.

Over 200 vendors, creators, and artists were on display at the 904 Pop-Up in Jacksonville Beach on Sunday.

The fifth annual 2.2-mile walk starts at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Seawalk Pavilion at 75 1st St. North.

On this date one year ago, three separate shootings in Jacksonville Beach overshadowed the festivities that usually accompany St. Patrick’s Day, leaving a 21-year-old man named James Jones III dead and three others injured. To prevent those events from happening this year, police are out in full force to ensure the safety of beachgoers and holiday celebrations at the bars and nightclubs.

Adventure Landing is opening Saturday for its 30th anniversary with its future up in the air.

Adventure Landing’s Shipwreck Island Waterpark is reopening for another season this weekend.

Two kids from Duval County received the experience of a lifetime on Wednesday, ahead of The Players Championship. Liam Smith, a Jacksonville Beach native and golf enthusiast who is also a Tom Coughlin Jay Fund patient, was diagnosed with cancer when he was just 2 years old. Elsie Brewer, a 10-year-old from Jacksonville who said she started golfing about a year ago and has become increasingly interested in the sport, is a patient with the Dreams Come True organization. Before she was born, Elsie was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect called Teratology of Fallot with pulmonary atresia.

Adventure Landing will celebrate 30 years of family fun with a special opening weekend on March 15 and 16.

Jacksonville is rapidly gaining recognition as a popular tourist destination, with many visitors expressing a strong desire to return to the River City.

A detour of Sanctuary Parkway in Jacksonville Beach is scheduled Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., according to Florida Department of Transportation.

The City of Jacksonville Beach is implementing a zero-tolerance policy to ensure safety as college students are expected to flood the beach for Spring Break.

The Natural Life Music & Arts Festival is set to return to Jacksonville Beach, Florida, on Saturday, March 8th, at the Seawalk Pavilion. This free event promises an unforgettable experience, bringing together friends and family to celebrate music, art, and community in a stunning beachside setting.

A beloved figure in the Jacksonville Beach community, Father William “Bill” Kelly, died on Tuesday at the age of 90.

The owner of a sushi restaurant owner in Ponte Vedra Beach pleaded guilty to harboring undocumented workers for commercial gain, according to the Department of Justice.

With the Blue Angels set to soar over the skies of Jacksonville Beach again this year in October, the Jacksonville City Council needs to approve $200,000 in funding for the Sea & Sky Air Show.

The Penman Road Project was on the agenda at Tuesday night’s City Council meeting. The idea of roundabouts being placed along Penman has been floated around for several years. Currently, the plan is to add roundabouts at five intersections in the area.

Mayor Donna Deegan is hosting her third town hall discussing the City of Jacksonville’s budget priorities with residents.

Kelly Peretti-Beccaccio, a prominent figure in the Jacksonville Beach running and cycling community, shares her inspiring story of battling multiple sclerosis (MS) and breast cancer, highlighting her determination to continue running and raising funds for those affected by the diseases. Diagnosed with MS in 2017 and breast cancer in 2020, Kelly’s resilience and drive have led her to participate in significant fundraising efforts like the MS Run the U.S. Relay, where she will run 164 miles in six days to support MS research and aid those living with the condition. Despite her health challenges, Kelly remains committed to her passion for running and helping others, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and community support.

During Black History Month, News4JAX is celebrating local African American trailblazers who paved the way in politics and public service. These are just a few of the figures whose influence is still felt among the local African American community.

If you’re into surfing and live somewhere in the 904, there’s a pretty good chance you or someone you know has heard the voice of Bill Longenecker.

A massive white shark, the largest ever tagged by OCEARCH in the northwestern Atlantic, has been spotted swimming offshore Jacksonville Beach. This isn’t just any shark; it’s “Contender,” a 13.8-foot, 1,652.8-pound mature male, and he’s swimming well offshore.

The man who admitted to pulling the trigger in the Jared Bridegan case is now saying his testimony was false.

Mayor Donna Deegan is hosting her third town hall discussing the City of Jacksonville’s budget priorities with residents.

A federal grand jury has indicted Justin Sorci of Jacksonville Beach on a count of arson of federal property for setting a fire in the Osceola National Forest.

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

We are growing broccoli, carrots and lettuce in the box we started at BEAM, Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry in Jacksonville Beach.

Ole Miss and Duke had pep rallies on Wednesday afternoon ahead of Thursday's Gator Bowl.

The annual Jacksonville Beach Polar Plunge is taking place at 9 a.m. Wednesday as many prepare to dive into the New Year.

A Jacksonville Beach man recently lived through a series of scary earthquakes in Vanuatu, a country made up of a group of islands not far from Australia.

Jacksonville Beach, News4JAX and Closets By Design celebrated two local heroes Friday—CJ and Melvin—who were honored with the Positively JAX award for their exceptional dedication and kindness.

Jacksonville Beach City Council approved a plan Monday to expand sidewalk dining permits for restaurants.

A major project that could impact every resident and visitor who steps foot on the sandy shores of Jacksonville Beach is on the city council agenda for Monday night.

The new restaurant will be located in the former home of T-Dub’s in the same building as A+B Kitchen, Homespun Kitchen and Ragtime Tavern.

A St. Johns County gas resident won a $1 million prize from the 500X The Cash Scratch-Off game.

The Blue Angels will soar over the skies of Jacksonville Beach in 2025 after all when they return for the free Sea & Sky Air Show on Saturday, Oct. 25, and Sunday, Oct. 26.

Could visions of highs in the 80s be in the forecast for Jacksonville this Christmas? It’s happened before, but don’t bank on it this year.

Inside 800 pages of reports from prosecutors obtained by News4JAX on Tuesday lie new details in the Jared Bridegan murder investigation.

There are four steps you should follow to prevent worms and insects from taking over your vegetable garden without having to use harmful chemicals.

The man chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $640,000.00.

Deck the Chairs at Jacksonville Beach is back and will light for the public Wednesday, Nov. 27.

The Jacksonville Jaguars are enduring a tough season, and the ripple effects are being felt beyond the football field.

It may seem counterintuitive, but you will need to sacrifice some of the new growth to make room for your vegetables to thrive.

A woman was sentenced to 35 years in prison after a fatal shooting at Jacksonville Beach on Sept. 24, 2023.

The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) Jacksonville wants to honor and remember those affected by pancreatic cancer and increase awareness of the deadliness of the disease.

Jacksonville Beach officials rolled out a survey Wednesday asking for the community’s input on the Urban Trail Project, a plan to add and widen sidewalks to make it safer for people to bike, walk, skate or run.

We’ve partnered with BEAM’s garden manager to show you how to build a garden bed or box, the soil and fertilizer to use, best practices when planting your veggies, and now we’re showing you the best techniques to use to make sure it gets enough water.

Saturday was the second day of the Super Girl Surf Pro competition in Jacksonville Beach.

The Super Girl Surf Pro competition returned to the beach as surfers hit the waves on Friday.

Officer Brad McNew’s memorial mass took place at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on Old St. Augustine Road in Jacksonville. The mass was followed by a procession to Hardage-Giddens Oaklawn Cemetery where there was a a 21-gun salute, a flyover, and other tributes.

Many voters woke Wednesday to the news that Donald Trump would be headed back to the White House, this time as the nation’s 47th president.

Results for Duval County races, including Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, and Atlantic Beach

We want to help you save money at the grocery store by learning to grow your own vegetables and provide more access to healthy food for neighborhoods located in food deserts.

The final push to Election Day is bringing many voters out, including Mayor Donna Deegan.

Are you a single mother struggling to provide for your kids because the job you have doesn’t pay you enough to cover the cost of childcare? You are not alone.

Whether you’re tailgating at the Bank, at your place or with friends -- you want to show your team spirit for the annual Georgia-Florida rivalry.

Monday morning, we began a new series on The Morning Show called “Home Grown.” Why? We recognize buying fresh produce is not only expensive, but it’s also difficult if you live in a neighborhood that doesn’t have easy access to a grocery store.

“Red Bull Foam Wreckers” – an event series from the mind of “freesurfer” Jamie O’Brien, produced by Red Bull and Catch Surf – is a participatory surfing event series where only foam (soft-top) surfboards are allowed, and it’s coming to Jacksonville Beach on Saturday, October 26th!

The regional theme park company Adventure Landing, which owns a water park in Jacksonville Beach, has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor for violating child labor laws.

News4JAX reporter Anne Maxwell spoke with two people who witnessed the scene after a ferry dock gangway collapsed at Sapelo Island and rushed in to help.

Several Northeast Florida organizations wrapped up a pet adoption event on Sunday. Dozens of pets found new homes in Jacksonville Beach for the Whiskers and Waves event.

A high-pressure system, along with a Nor Easter, is sitting on top of Florida, creating extreme hazards, high surf, and strong currents along the Florida coastlines. For that reason, Jacksonville Beach Ocean Rescue is urging beachgoers not to swim in the ocean this weekend due to the strong currents and high winds.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is partnering with three local shelters for a free pet adoption event and festival at the Seawalk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach this weekend.

The Jacksonville Beach Ocean Rescue Division urged beachgoers to stay out of the water amid dangerous ocean conditions that will persist throughout the weekend.

Parts of Northeast Florida are still dealing with Hurricane Milton’s impacts several days later.

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Now that Hurricane Milton is over, it’s time to go outside.

Jacksonville Beach was feeling the effects of Hurricane Milton Wednesday night and Thursday morning as the powerful storm thrashed its way across Florida.

For those who are tracking Hurricane Milton and would like to see the storm from multiple points of view throughout the state, News4Jax has compiled several live web cameras across Florida.

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan stated during Tuesday’s afternoon briefing that orange-colored, tube-like devices known as Tiger Dams will be utilized for the first time in the city’s history to help mitigate the flooding impacts expected from Hurricane Milton.

Studio Sage Salon and Head Spa in Jacksonville Beach offers a unique blend of beauty and wellness with their expert hair services and Japanese-inspired head spa treatments.

Angie's Subs owner Ed Malin had one day to collect as much as possible, saying he would be leaving Wednesday morning with four other trucks pulling trailers to head to an area outside Asheville.

Owners Rebecca and Adrian Gonzalez said when they moved to Jacksonville in 2015, they were missing their family -- and the food they were used to. That seed became 1928 Cuban Bistro, now with six locations around north Florida.

A man was injured after he was shot in the leg while attempting to help his partner who was being assaulted by her ex-boyfriend in Jacksonville Beach Sunday morning, police said.

News4JAX was speaking with Ocean Rescue Lifeguards about the dangers of rip currents and witnessed a rescue happen on Monday.

Officials have moved to search and recovery for a missing 15-year-old male at Jacksonville Beach last seen in the ocean on Saturday.

Officials have moved to search and recovery for a missing 15-year-old male at Jacksonville Beach last seen in the ocean on Saturday.

In addition to voting for mayor and three council members, Jacksonville Beach voters face decisions on two referendums in the 2024 general election. Both referendums deal with amendments to the city charter.

Hundreds of runners hit Jacksonville Beach to honor the heroes of 9/11. Travis Manion Foundation hosted the annual run. It was one of 14 runs on Saturday happening around the country.

Florida Fin Fest happening at the Seawalk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach on September 13th and 14th is heading into its 4th year! Free to attend, the festival highlight Ocean Education, Conservation and Music with national headliners such as St. Paul & The Broken Bones, Flipturn and many more.  www.finfest.com

Matt Smith from Sports Mania at Jacksonville Beach and a host of models joined The Morning Show team to showcase the latest in Jags gear.

After being sold at auction, the Salt Life apparel business is expected to have new owners. A bankruptcy judge will take a look at the deal in a hearing Thursday afternoon.

Salt Jax Beach hosted a farewell party as the bar is closing after 13 years on Sunday.

The 2024 Florida Fin Fest will return to the Seawalk Pavillion in Jacksonville Beach next weekend with plenty of opportunities to learn about ocean conservation and of course, lots of music.

Sisters of the Sea is a women’s surfing group that has been together since 1997. The Jacksonville Beach based non-profit meets on the first Sunday of each month to clean up the beach and hit the waves.

Jacksonville Beach city elections are held every two years, with elected officials seeking staggered four-year terms. In 2024, voters will choose the mayor and three council members, all four of whom are elected at-large by all Jacksonville Beach voters. The elections are non-partisan.

The head of Jacksonville’s Office of Sports and Entertainment said he’s working to fill the holes in the city’s events calendars after losing out on three sizeable local events, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.

The owners of the Kamiya 86 restaurants in Ponte Vedra Beach and Jacksonville Beach have been charged with harboring undocumented workers for commercial advantage and private financial gain.

Kamiya 86 in Jacksonville Beach and the restaurant’s other location in Ponte Vedra Beach were raided Wednesday morning as part of a federal investigation.

Florida Fin Fest happening at the Seawalk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach on September 13th and 14th is heading into its 4th year! Free to attend, the festival highlight Ocean Education, Conservation and Music with national headliners such as St. Paul & The Broken Bones, Flipturn and many more.  www.finfest.com

Residents at Portside at the Beaches, a manufactured home community, are fighting against a lot rent increase

Thousands of anglers hit the waters Friday for their only opportunity to fish for Atlantic red snapper this year.

On Friday, 60 to 80 boater participants will take part in a one-day tournament to mark the Atlantic red snapper season.

Ascension St. Vincent’s will provide free physical exams for children aged 4 to 18 years old at the end of July in Jacksonville Beach.

The mother of a 21-year-old man fatally shot in one of three Jacksonville Beach shootings on St. Patrick’s Day wanted answers in her son’s death.

The recent hot temperatures have increased attendance at Adventure Landing as visitors try to beat the heat.

It was a busy Friday at Jacksonville Beach as people soaked up the sun after the Fourth of July festivities, and with more people in the water, the higher the chances of a shark bite, according to experts.

Firework shows across Northeast Florida lit up the skies for Independence Day.