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The recent arrest of a Jacksonville mother charged with child neglect is putting a spotlight on how easy it is for a small child to drown while left unattended in a bathtub.
On Saturday, the Big Gay Picnic in Willowbranch Park and the Pride Celebration at Riverside Arts Market brought together members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies to celebrate as Pride Month came to a close.
Founded in 2018 by Regina Livingston, Unspoken Treasure Society’s mission is to create a safe, supportive and celebratory space for transgender and gender non-conforming individuals, especially those of color.
A developing tropical disturbance over Florida could bring heavy rain and possible flooding, putting July 4th travel plans at risk. Track the latest forecast and tips from News4JAX’s Weather Authority team.
News4JAX continues its Pride Month celebration by highlighting local groups that support Jacksonville’s unique and vibrant LGBTQ+ community, and today, the focus is on the Transgender Awareness Project (TAP), founded in Jacksonville by Paige Mahogany Parks.
Afternoon storms are expected across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, with recurring rain chances and a tropical system in the Bay of Campeche not impacting the area, according to News4JAX's meteorologist Katie Garner.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office SWAT unit, along with animal control officers, raided an Eastside home to rescue multiple dogs from a suspected dog-fighting ring.
Stonewall Sports Jacksonville, which currently offers kickball, dodgeball, volleyball, cornhole and billiards leagues, focuses on philanthropy by partnering with local nonprofits to support their initiatives.
Light afternoon showers and rising temperatures are in the forecast for Jacksonville this weekend, with guidance from News4JAX's meteorologist on how to make the most of your plans.
The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office arrested two parents on drug possession charges after their infant child died at a hospital.
Established in 1980, the Northeast Florida AIDS Network, also known as N-FAN, is the longest-standing AIDS service organization in Northeast Florida and serves clients in Duval, Clay, Nassau and St. Johns counties
A 31-year-old St. Petersburg woman, accused of the death of a 9-month-old child in her care nearly a year ago, was arrested on Tuesday by the St. Petersburg Police Department, officials said.
Fernandina Beach is known for its rich history and beautiful beaches. But what many people don’t know is that it’s also been dubbed the “Birthplace of the Modern Shrimping Industry.”
From the waterways to the trails to the beaches, here are some hidden gems you don’t want to miss when you venture up to Nassau County’s coast.
Fernandina Beach is undergoing a $20 million shoreline restoration project to combat erosion and protect coastal communities from storm damage.
Drivers said the Buckman Bridge is littered with trash, like boxes and old tires.
A Clay County man who was shot by deputies following an hourslong standoff on Friday has died from his injuries, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
A Georgia woman has filed a lawsuit against the owners of a popular St. Augustine bar claiming that a falling martini shaker hit her in the head and caused “pain and suffering.”
As tensions escalate in the Middle East between Iran and Israel, concerns have grown over the United States’ involvement and its potential local impact.
An unpleasant odor in parts of St. Augustine is gaining national attention.
As the State Department doubles its emergency evacuation flights from Israel and steps up travel warnings around the Middle East, News4JAX wants to know if you feel comfortable traveling outside of the country?
Founded in 1997, Equality Florida has grown into one of the largest statewide LGBTQ advocacy networks in the country.
A woman told News4JAX that a mobile home fire that sent her, her fiancé and their roommate to the hospital Sunday night started in the laundry room.
Nine Duval County jail officers who were involved in an unspecified incident that led to an inmate’s death in April have been reassigned to different positions as the investigation continues, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office told News4JAX on Friday.
Meteorologist Katie Garner from News4JAX's Weather Authority details the summer solstice forecast, expected high temperatures in the 90s, the potential for storms, and important safety advice for outdoor activities in Jacksonville.
Documents obtained Thursday by News4JAX reveal that various concrete deterioration issues in both the daily and hourly parking garages were addressed by Jacksonville International Airport with significant structural repairs between 2019 and 2024.
A Jacksonville-area woman’s experience renting from one of the nation’s largest landlords is shedding light on a broader housing issue that’s now the subject of a federal investigation.
On June 18, 1990, a gunman went into the General Motors Acceptance Corporation on Baymeadows Road and took the lives of eight people and wounded five others.
Founded in 1970, OneJax is a nonprofit that has promoted diversity as the foundation for a strong community for more than 50 years.
Calvin Brown, Cassandra Brown’s son, who spoke to News4JAX from Texas on Tuesday, said he believes she was murdered in retaliation for testifying in the trial, and that she had feared for her life for weeks.
Springfield and Eastside residents are actively shaping the future of Jacksonville’s Emerald Trail project, weighing in on plans for its final segment during a community meeting at the Union Terminal Warehouse.
A popular hotel and restaurant that is also a popular wedding destination in Jacksonville Beach is under contract to be sold, News4JAX confirmed Monday.
A popular throwback festival in St. Augustine is facing serious backlash after postponing yet again, and ticket holders say they’re still waiting on refunds after they were promised to be fulfilled by last week.
The Pride Community Center of North Central Florida is based in Gainesville and serves 13 local counties, including Alachua, Bradford, Clay, Columbia, Putnam and Union.
Friends are identifying the woman who was shot and killed while sitting in the chair at a block party Friday night as Cassandra Brown.
As Pride Month continues, News4JAX is highlighting local organizations, like JASMYN, that provide resources and safe spaces for the Northeast Florida LGBTQ+ community.
More than a dozen people were detained in a raid conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents across Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach early Thursday morning, according to the Fernandina Observer.
News4JAX is recognizing Pride Month this June by highlighting the organizations that serve the unique and vibrant LGBTQ+ community in Northeast Florida.
The Jaguars wrapped up their offseason program on Thursday and now break for a brief respite before the grind of training camp begins next month. News4JAX posed some mailbag questions to fans on X Thursday morning and we’re answering some of those here.
An 18-year-old was killed and three other young adults were injured in a shooting Wednesday night at a Cleveland Road apartment complex in Northwest Jacksonville, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Co-founded by three friends who saw a need in the nation’s oldest city, House of Prism provides advocacy, education, and services for LGBTQIA+ individuals in St. Augustine.
According to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, there were 21 arrests connected to the event last year. This year, across all agencies, was down to 8. That number included Boating Under the Influence and 1 person arrested for battery on a law enforcement office.
The Queer Trans Project is a Jacksonville-based, trans-led nonprofit that provides free gender-affirming resources to people across the country.
As part of our ongoing Addressing A4dability series, News4JAX gathered voices from three different generations — Baby Boomers, Millennials, and Gen Z — to discuss the challenges they face when it comes to affording a place to live.
A man's traffic stop and arrest led to an administrative investigation by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office. The investigation looked into the 21-year-old deputy’s actions after the man reported that approximately $4,000 had been stolen from him during his arrest.
Jacksonville and surrounding areas are facing a wet weather impact day, with storms and heavy rain expected to continue through the weekend before temperatures rise into the 90s.
Jax River City Pride is a local 501 (c)(3) nonprofit all-volunteer organization that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community with a festival and parade each October in the Five Points area.
The Florida Division of Emergency Management held a press conference, urging Floridians to make their final preparations before hurricane season starts on June 1.
A social media post made by the Jacksonville City Council president on Thursday sparked questions about police enforcement of local and state immigration laws in the city.
Expertos del Servicio Metereológico Nacional predicen una actividad de huracanes superior al promedio para este año en el Atlántico. Por lo tanto, meteorólogos recalcaron la importancia de estar preparado antes, durante y después de una tormenta severa.
News4JAX reporter Caleb Yauger goes inside RD International to taste Thai Cuisine, taking him back to his roots.
News4JAX is helping you get prepared for the upcoming hurricane season-- from getting your home ready to making sure your family can weather a storm, to showing you how our meteorologists conduct their storm tracking, all to help keep you informed
An activist group is planning a protest Wednesday evening to condemn the arrests of three people following a disturbance at last night’s Jacksonville City Council meeting.
Three people were arrested Tuesday night after “disrupting the proceedings” at a City Council meeting, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference in Palm Beach County on Wednesday morning.
Olivia Hoblit, a former chair of the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Board of Directors, came to the U.S. with her family from the Philippines when she was 15.
Three people were arrested Tuesday night after “disrupting the proceedings” at a City Council meeting, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Thousands of boaters and beachgoers in Northeast Florida went out on the water to take advantage of the long holiday weekend.
Dr. Philipp and Carmina Aldana are a Filipino power couple in Jacksonville who have dedicated their lives to helping others through their nonprofit organization, the Neurosurgery Outreach Foundation.
Sunday afternoon storms caused the delay of the gates’ opening for the Jacksonville Jazz Festival.
After a massive fire broke out at an Ace Hardware in Orange Park, News4JAX viewers have sent in video and pictures of the fire.
On Jacksonville’s Westside, Wing Lee Yuen Truck Farm was a long-lasting example of the Chinese-immigrant farms that sprang up in the city during the early 1900s.
A controversial land swap proposal for a portion of the Guana Preserve remains shrouded in mystery, even after the proposal was pulled.
On Wednesday, May 21, on Channel 4, Passion 4 Pets is teaming up with local shelters to roll out the red carpet for rescue animals across the region with a heartwarming adoption event.
A devastated Baymeadows community called for city officials to prioritize building a crosswalk for Baymeadows Road after a father and son were fatally hit on Friday night.
A man who was killed with his 1-year-old son while crossing Baymeadows Road on Friday night was identified as a Duval County Public Schools educator, the district told News4JAX on Monday.
We’re shining the spotlight on Kie Young, president of the Japanese Association of Jacksonville. She’s also a member of the Mayor’s Asian American Advisory Board.
This week is “National Bike to Work Week” and several local groups hosted events to encourage people to pedal more often. North Florida TPO is promoting riding bikes more while also emphasizing ways to be safe.
A major fire that shut down Jacksonville International Airport on Friday afternoon left structural damage in the hourly parking garage, the Jacksonville Aviation Authority confirmed to News4JAX.
The city issued the permit on April 14 for contractor Balfour Beatty Construction LLC at a project cost of $92 million, the Jacksonville Daily Record reported.
Health professionals met with county leaders in Fleming Island to discuss where the county needs to improve.
Documents obtained by News4JAX indicate that plans for the properties may include a private beach club, spa, fitness center, restaurant, improved Lemon Bar, parking, and retail space, transforming the area into a boutique resort hotel.
A Jacksonville woman in her 20s was rescued from the water at Atlantic Beach on Friday afternoon, the Atlantic Beach Police Department confirmed to News4JAX.
A bill named after 18-year-old Creekside High grad Trenton Stewart, who was struck and killed by a reckless and impaired driver in 2023, is waiting for the signature of Gov. Ron DeSantis. "Trenton's Law" would increase penalties for repeat DUI offenders.
On Wednesday, May 21, on Channel 4, Passion 4 Pets is teaming up with local shelters to roll out the red carpet for rescue animals across the region with a heartwarming adoption event.
Another option is on the table for the city of Jacksonville’s prospective acquisition of the privately held Interline Brands Inc. building to provide for the University of Florida’s graduate campus in LaVilla.
In Green Cove Springs, city officials are contemplating a significant change that could lead to a 20% increase in electric rates by the end of the year. The city held its first public hearing on Tuesday, where residents voiced their opinions on the proposed rate hike.
