Sean Way, owner of Sunsera Insurance Agency in Jacksonville, joined us on The Morning Show with important information for homeowners about protecting their property amid ongoing wildfires.
From a pop-culture staple in the 1950s to the popularity of Publisher’s Clearing House in the 1980s, a blast from the past is back in a big way: Sweepstakes.
Anna and Dennis Dudek and their four children managed to save 10 dogs, some lizards and a hermit crab from the Brantley County fire before their home was all but leveled by the blaze.
While Kay Floyd’s house was burning down on Tuesday, she was doing her job, helping others navigate around the Brantley County wildfire and getting them to safety as a 911 dispatcher.
At Selden Park in Brunswick (100 Genoa Martin Dr.), the American Red Cross opened a 24/7 shelter for evacuees and anyone needing a safe place to stay as conditions change. As of Monday morning, 23 people were staying at the shelter, which has the capacity for 96 people.
Emergency crews in Southeast Georgia have now been working for one week to contain the fires that have forced people out of their homes and closed major roads and highways. Here's how you can help those who have been affected
Smoke from the Brantley County wildfires drifted into neighboring Glynn County, prompting air-quality concerns as voluntary evacuations continued and a local state of emergency remained in effect.
With dozens of homes destroyed by fire, many families are faced with questions about how they will rebuild. Sean Way, a local insurance agent, joined us on The Morning Show with important information for homeowners about protecting their property.
Former FBI Special Agent Rich Kolko joined us on The Morning Show to share some important perspective about the investigation into a shooting at the White House Correspondents' dinner this weekend.
From a pop-culture staple in the 1950s to the popularity of Publisher’s Clearing House in the 1980s, a blast from the past is back in a big way: Sweepstakes. Sweepstakes are still very much a thing in 2026—and you could even call it a new kind of Prize Patrol. So what’s fueling the trend, and what steps can you take so “free” doesn’t turn into costly?
Wildfire smoke isn’t just a concern for people — it can be just as harmful to pets, according to Dr. Christian Broadhurst with the Clay Humane Society.
More than 5,000 acres continue to burn in the Highway 82 Fire in Brantley County, with at least 87 homes lost, and the Sheriff’s Office announced Friday that a curfew will be in place from 8:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. in the affected area.
Brantley County business owner Ginger Hunter says she is starting over from nothing after a fast-moving wildfire destroyed her home, her wedding chapel business, and nearly everything tied to her family’s livelihood.
One Orange Park doctor says the number of cases of people falling and being treated at hospitals are significantly increasing. Most of the falls are happening at people’s homes.
The smoke from ongoing fires is getting carried by strong winds and is even impacting counties where there aren't any fires, including in Jacksonville. The city's Chief Health Officer, Dr. Sunil Joshi, joined us on The Morning Show to talk about the effects that smoke can have on your lungs and how to protect yourself from it.
As wildfires continue to burn across Florida, the Florida National Guard has stepped in to support firefighting efforts, deploying helicopters and aircraft to help suppress the flames.
Businesses across Brantley County are stepping up to help firefighters and anyone who has lost their home. Jerry J's Country Cafe is making meals for first responders and said neighbors have donated to the restaurant to cover meals for those who have lost their homes.
Brantley County Manager Joey Cason joined us on The Morning Show to share an update about what firefighters will face Thursday as they work to get a 5,000-acre wildfire under control and protect lives and property.
The Highway 82 Fire is burning about 5,000 acres and has destroyed more than 50 homes in Brantley County. No deaths have been reported, but the fire remains only 10% contained, according to the latest update from officials.
A proposed water treatment plan could send millions of gallons of treated wastewater from Jacksonville into North Florida rivers — raising both hope and concern among residents, environmental advocates and water management leaders.
While no fires are burning in Duval County, step outside and you can smell the smoke, which can be a problem for people who have asthma or other breathing conditions. Dr. Shilpa Amin, medical director of the Emergency Department at HCA Florida Memorial Hospital, joined us on The Morning Show to share some important information for those with health concerns from the smoke.
Families in southeast Georgia are being forced from their homes as a wildfire continues to spread in Brantley County. It is now estimated at more than 5,000 acres and just 10% contained.
The community is stepping up to support the firefighters battling a 4,000-acre wildfire as they work to protect homes and businesses.
A newly emerging synthetic opioid that is 10 times more powerful than fentanyl has appeared in toxicology reports for 41 deaths in Tennessee. Mike McCormick with Florida Poison Control joined us on The Morning Show to educate us about cychlorphine.
Octavius Davis, with Family Support Services, and Amy Hodge, a local pediatric trauma nurse, joined us on The Morning Show to explain the warning signs of child abuse that can be easy to miss and where you can get help.
The massive Railroad Fire burning near the Clay–Putnam County line continues to grow—now spanning around 3,000 acres and only about 10% contained. The fire is the result of two wildfires—the Crews Road Fire in Clay County and the Railroad Complex Fire in Putnam County—merging into an “unpredictable” blaze, according to the Florida Forest Service.
SNAP users in Florida are now unable to buy sugary sodas, energy drinks, candy, and ultra-processed, shelf-stable prepared desserts with SNAP. The question is, will these restrictions lead to a healthier state? Not everyone thinks so, including Joel Berg, the CEO of Hunger Free America.
Postpartum depression affects about 1 in 8 women in the U.S. within the first year after giving birth. It isn’t just the “baby blues.” It’s a serious mental illness that leaves new moms extremely sad, exhausted, and sometimes hopeless. The condition can be debilitating, overwhelming and dangerous for new moms.
If your phone, TV, or computer has been acting glitchy lately, Consumer Reports says you may not need to replace it just yet because dirt and debris are often the hidden culprits behind everyday issues.
New guidelines say don't wait until middle age to worry about your cholesterol. Dr. Prerna Bansal, a Pediatric Cardiologist from Nemours Children's Health, explains why testing earlier in life is essential.
Doctors say this year’s allergy season is arriving earlier, lasting longer and hitting harder than in years past. Experts say it’s not just pollen. Warmer temperatures and higher carbon dioxide levels are giving plants a head start on blooming and producing more pollen than before.
A Clay County youth program has earned national recognition for preparing young people to become disciplined leaders and engaged citizens — all while serving the Jacksonville community.
Two fast-moving brush fires burning near the Clay–Putnam County line are threatening structures, forcing voluntary evacuations and changes to Amtrak schedules in the area.
An estimated 3,000 veterans in Jacksonville are experiencing homelessness, according to the Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program, with even more throughout Northeast Florida. Thanks to Operation Lifeline, there will be one fewer veteran on that list in Clay County. Steve Mays, a disabled Army veteran, and his fiancée, Shirley, are starting a new chapter — and they won’t have a mortgage payment to worry about.
Steve Mays is receiving the keys to a brand-new, mortgage-free home in Green Cove Springs through Operation Lifeline, a local nonprofit dedicated to providing affordable housing for veterans.
Local veterans and community members took aim at more than just clay targets last week. They gathered at Jacksonville Clay Target Sports to raise money for service members transitioning from military life to meaningful civilian careers.
Jason Belcher with the Better Business Bureau of Northeast Florida joins News4JAX to talk about the three common scams he's seeing after people file their taxes.
A Jacksonville Jaguars safety is proving his commitment to service extends far beyond the football field. Rayuan Lane, a Marine Corps second lieutenant and NFL defensive back, recently swore in a group of local recruits headed to Parris Island, South Carolina, for boot camp.
Energy drinks are colorful, sweet, and hugely popular with teens. Now, an important warning for parents. A new Consumer Reports investigation finds what’s inside those drinks may be more than you’re bargaining for.
Federal investigators are seeing a big rise in cryptocurrency scams, with people losing billions of dollars last year. We've got advice from the FBI on the most common ploys and how to spot a scam.
Talks of recession, high prices, and layoffs have left many Americans on edge. But here’s what may surprise you, financial stress is hitting people who aren’t even considered “poor.”
Stephanie Means, Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program Coordinator with the University of Florida, joined us on The Morning Show to share her expertise about what we should plant now that Spring has arrived.
If you have a habit of wearing headphones all the time or have children that do, it’s important to make sure the volume isn’t too loud. Reports show hearing loss from headphones is a growing concern.
Digital dangers aren’t just annoying; they’re costing Americans billions. Latest numbers reveal cyber criminals stole more than $16 billion last year, nearly 6.5 million people reported fraud or identity theft, that’s about one victim every five seconds. And more than half of adults say they’ve been targeted by a scam through email, text or phone.
