Jacksonville was ranked among the best cities in the country for Hispanic entrepreneurs, a new WalletHub study found.

Volunteer Jax connects volunteers with non-profits

Home buying in Northeast Florida took a nearly 10% decline in August, according to a new report from the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors

Hispanic Heritage Month has officially begun, and so are the celebrations to embrace this community across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said that a recent decision by the First District Court of Appeals that deemed the state’s open-carry ban unconstitutional and incompatible with the Second Amendment is binding on all Florida’s trial courts.

Dreams Come True is getting close to its fundraising goal of $400,000! But they need a little push to get them across the finish line, and that’s where you -- our News4JAX community members -- come in!

A local, mostly dry Nor’easter is settling in along our coastline on Saturday, bringing windy and hazardous conditions to our waterways.

Open carry isn’t yet legal in Florida, but multiple Northeast Florida sheriffs said they won’t arrest people solely for openly carrying a firearm after an appeals court found the state’s open carry ban unconstitutional.

Minor tidal flooding inundation around the times of high tide for both the coast, ICWW and St. Johns River basin will continue throughout the weekend mostly in Northeast Florida.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is the latest law enforcement agency in Northeast Florida to instruct its officers not to enforce Florida’s open carry ban.

In honor of the lives lost in the September 11th terrorist attacks, volunteers and members of the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department came together to turn tragedy into service.

Jacksonville and surrounding coastal areas are under a flood advisory, with high winds and strong tides expected through the weekend. Temperatures remain below average according to News4JAX's meteorologist.

Wild Wonders has been educating and entertaining children of Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia since 2002. The s how includes 17 reptiles that use music, humor and story to enhance and excite learning of the natural world. Wild Wonders caters to any event as they believe “Animals and kids...What’s cooler than that?!” Reach out on Facebook to Wild Wonders Animal Show for booking inquiries.

A Cuban-American woman who spoke to News4JAX said that her husband was taken into custody in Broward County. She said she and her husband spent time living in Jacksonville and Miami.

Ron DeSantis appeared on Fox News last night and announced that the Deportation Depot in Baker County is now open.

What is the best coffee spot in the Jacksonville area?

But before Northeast Florida was coined as the nine zero four, it – and all of the Sunshine State – shared the notable Miami area code.

Isolated storms move through counties in the afternoon

Isolated to scattered rain possible

It’s not going to be a complete washout Labor Day weekend, but sunshine will be limited and rain will be sporadic.

Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Ventrell Miller is teaming up with Universal Property & Casualty Insurance to host a back-to-school event with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida.

As part of our Hispanic Heritage Month coverage, News4JAX wants to recognize those in the Hispanic community locally who own businesses!

Expect heavy downpours south of I-10 through sunset

The Salvation Army of Northeast Florida reports a significant boost in community support as it navigates through its annual summer donation slowdown, thanks to a substantial grant that will help maintain critical services.

Sunday will be another day of strong to severe weather as the stalled frontal boundary moves southward through our southern counties.

Flood Watch for SE Georgia, Nassau, Duval until 2 AM

Muggy conditions continue Saturday as the humidity stays in place across the region. A stalled frontal boundary keeps the rain falling, as well.

Friday Night Lights are back — and so is one of the biggest rivalries in Northeast Florida. Our Game of the Week is the “Battle of the Bridge”:  Nease at Ponte Vedra High.

Jacksonville continues to face widespread storms and traffic hazards with more rain in the forecast, moderated temperatures, and growing attention on the tropics, according to News4JAX meteorologist Katie Garner.

The Salvation Army of Northeast Florida has received a $300,000 grant from the Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Funds to support both the Red Shield Lodge for women and families and Hopes Crossing for men.

A new report from Realtor.com shows the price gap between new construction and existing homes has fallen to a record low, and Jacksonville is among the metro areas seeing some of the steepest declines in new-home list prices.

The Giving Closet Project, a nonprofit based in Northeast Florida, is celebrating nine years of service to students and families in need. Founded in 2016 by Jennifer Smith, a former public school teacher, the organization has grown from a grassroots idea into a regional support network serving over 18,000 students across Northeast and South Florida.

Congressman Aaron Bean highlighted several major wins for Northeast Florida, including hurricane preparedness efforts, education achievements, and defense funding.

Hurricane Erin is not a threat to Florida, Georgia

You might have heard this before over the last few years, but once again, there is a potential buyer of the Laura Street Trio. Those are the abandoned buildings in downtown Jacksonville that people are looking to redevelop.

Tracking Tropical Storm Erin, a major heat advisory, and the latest local forecast for Jacksonville and Northeast Florida. Stay updated with News4JAX and The Weather Authority.

We LOVE it when you share photos of your students on SnapJAX. It’s an exciting, special time!

As students in 10 Northeast Florida counties head back to school on Monday, that means buses will be rolling out in the morning and afternoon again -- and it’s time for an important reminder for drivers.

A Jacksonville city councilmember accused Mayor Donna Deegan of attempting to improperly route city funds through a local nonprofit for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) purposes — an allegation the mayor and United Way both strongly deny.

With the peak of hurricane season approaching, Florida officials are issuing a stark warning to residents across Northeast Florida: prepare now, and evacuate when ordered and no second-guessing.

Heavy rains continue across Palm Coast and Jacksonville, prompting a flood advisory as storms move inland. Get the latest forecast and what it means for your weekend plans from the News4JAX Weather Authority.

Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia are once again experiencing strong storms capable of producing frequent lightning, heavy downpours that could cause localized flooding, and gusty winds up to 40 mph. The possibility of small hail can’t be ruled out.

Jacksonville is facing another round of heavy rain, thunderstorm activity, flash flood risk—especially in southern Georgia—and high heat index values, according to News4JAX's latest forecast.

After more than 40 years of dedicated service to YMCAs across the country—including 14 years leading the First Coast YMCA—President and CEO Eric Mann has announced his retirement.

Isolated strong storms will continue through sunset

Country artist Brian Kelley is hitting the road this summer with a sound that’s equal parts ocean breeze and honky-tonk soul — and he’s bringing that coastal country energy to Northeast Florida.

Jon Vredenburg, a registered dietitian and nutritionist with UF Health, guided us through a local grocery store, starting with the produce aisle.

The median home-sale price fell by 3.1% in Jacksonville last week, according to a new report from Redfin.

Flood Watch for SE Georgia and parts of North Florida

Heavy rains Saturday afternoon and early evening could cause localized flooding in Southeast Georgia and northern Northeast Florida as a frontal boundry stalls bringing in rainy conditions throughout the weekend.

St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce (SJCCC) will advocate for workforce housing relief at the upcoming commissioners meeting.

With heat advisories still in effect across Northeast Florida, emergency crews in St. Johns County are keeping busy—not just with water rescues, but heat-related emergencies on the sand.

When families separate, children often get caught in the emotional crossfire—and Episode 2 of the sponsored podcast Split Happens is here to change that.

Jacksonville is baking and not just in the figurative sense. Tuesday marks the fourth straight day of temperatures reaching 99 degrees or higher, a sizzling heat streak that’s drawing comparisons to some of the hottest stretches ever recorded in Northeast Florida.

Summer cooling costs can make up as much as 60% of energy bills, according to Florida Power & Light. And with temperatures pushing 100 degrees in Northeast Florida, air conditioning systems are likely working around the clock.

A heat advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. through 7 p.m.

St. Johns County has advanced a 25-year comprehensive plan that has a focus on density bonuses, workforce housing, and transportation.

Jacksonville faces a dangerous combination of extreme heat and heavy rain as a heat advisory takes effect and storms are forecast for the area, according to News4JAX's Exact Track 4D Weather Authority.

Isolated storms possible for some counties this weekend

City Rescue Mission will open its cooling centers due to the high temperatures forecasted over the coming days.

The National Weather Service in Jacksonville has issued a Heat Advisory for Northeast Florida beginning at noon through 6 p.m. due to the heat indices expected to reach 110 degrees in some areas.

The worst heat targets the central Plains but, we’ll still feel the effects as sinking air and less rain allow heat to build.

NEFAR volunteers to clean various waterways around Northeast Florida and beyond

As storms continue to move across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, lightning safety remains a concern, particularly after strikes killed two Ware County teens and sent two more people to the hospital in St. Augustine Beach.

Heavy downpours continue for multiple counties and the beaches

SE GA and NE FL impacted by storms through sunset

News4JAX's latest forecast highlights a hot Friday with afternoon storms expected across Jacksonville, Northeast Florida, and Southeast Georgia, followed by a drier weekend and continued summer heat.

Jacksonville is expected to see widespread rain and scattered storms today, with the greatest storm risk to the north and high temperatures making for steamy afternoons.

As Wednesday afternoon storms rolled through Northeast Florida, the impacts were felt in parts of Clay County, with nearly 7,000 power outages reported by the county’s utility.

Gov. Ron DeSantis has cut nearly $20 million in funding for Northeast Florida, and one of the entities affected by the cuts is the North Florida Skilled Workforce Development.

The Nassau County School District made history in the 2024-2025 school year. Based on the latest rankings released by the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE), Nassau County was ranked the number one school district in Florida, earning an “A” rating for every single school in the district.

After Duval County Public Schools earned an “A” grade for the first time in history, Superintendent Christopher Bernier praised the district’s efforts to achieve that milestone.

Thousands of families in Northeast Florida face cuts to after-school and summer programs due to a federal funding freeze affecting education and food assistance grants.

Heavy humidity and rising temperatures continue across Jacksonville, with The Weather Authority forecasting increasing rain chances and high heat for the days ahead.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference Monday afternoon in Jacksonville.

Rain expected until shortly after sunset

If you don’t want to leave your house to watch Fourth of July fireworks, we’re giving you a front-row seat on News4JAX.com and News4JAX+.

State Senators Tracie Davis and Jennifer Bradley joined us on This Week In Jacksonville to share the inside story on what made the cut, what didn’t, and how the veto process works behind the scenes.

Dry weather is expected for Fourth of July fireworks in Jacksonville and area beaches, with patchy morning fog and weekend rain chances. The Weather Authority explains what to expect and how to stay safe.

Afternoon storms are making their way across Northeast Florida Thursday afternoon.

Jacksonville and nearby areas are expected to experience hot temperatures and elevated rain chances through the July 4th weekend as a potential tropical system tracks across Florida. News4JAX's meteorologist covers how this may affect local fireworks and outdoor plans.

Nominations for this year’s JAXBest are now open, and we’re looking for the best coffee spot.

Competing as Miss Gainesville, Ribault High School alum and recent University of Florida graduate Paris Richardson took home the title of Miss Florida on Saturday.

A potential tropical disturbance threatens heavy rain and flooding risks in Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, especially for July 4th travel plans. Get the latest forecast and rainfall outlook from News4JAX The Weather Authority.

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.

Storms will continue through sunset

Isolated strong storms, Gusts 40 MPH and Downpours

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 Jaguars are kicking off their ‘Summer of Youth Football’ campaign, aiming to grow the game for boys and girls across Northeast Florida and beyond. Jaguars PREP is hosting seven events aimed at helping more than 2,000 boys and girls develop their skills, prepare for the season—and fall in love with the game.

Data released by the Governor’s Office shows statewide improvements in language arts, math, science, and history

Jacksonville and surrounding areas are in for another day of dry, steamy heat. While the risk for rain remains low for most, a few inland spots west of Jacksonville could see an isolated thunderstorm. Rain chances are forecast to increase by the weekend.

Storms are highly likely for southern counties in Northeast Florida

Nearly two dozen local children are now safe, thanks to a coalition of local, state and federal agencies joining forces in Northeast Florida for the first time.

Jacksonville area braces for another week of hot temps in the 90s along with scattered afternoon showers. News4JAX’s meteorologist provides the latest look at who’s getting rain and when, plus tips for staying safe at the beach and planning your week.

Flash Flooding highly likely with heavy downpours

Expect showers and stormy weather to affect our southern counties in Northeast Florida around lunchtime and into the afternoon before meandering into Southeast Georgia.

Isolated and scattered storms stay in NE FL and SE GA through weekend

With thousands of protests planned across the country on Saturday, Jacksonville officials urged residents to keep the protests peaceful.

Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia are in for another round of “hit or miss” showers and storms through the weekend.

News4JAX is recognizing Pride Month this June by highlighting the organizations that serve the unique and vibrant LGBTQ+ community in Northeast Florida.