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News4JAX has learned that the state is no longer investigating the disturbance of a cemetery in Putnam County after discovering the cemetery is exempt. Now, a group of historians are pushing back against the state’s decision, arguing that dozens of bodies buried there remain in unmarked graves.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday is set to hold a news conference with Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Director Dave Kerner in Tallahassee.
The Fort Mose Jazz and Blue Series is continuing its tradition of bringing live music to one of the most historical sites in the nation—Fort Mose Historic State Park.
A 38-year-old man from Jacksonville has been arrested for trafficking fentanyl after law enforcement found over four pounds of fentanyl, over one pound of cocaine, over three pounds of PCP, 38 guns, $52,000 in cash, a cocaine press and a money counting machine inside his home.
Following numerous emails and social media questions from the community, News4JAX reached out to law enforcement agencies over questions of local immigration raids.
Voters in parts of northeast Florida have until 7 p.m. to cast a ballot in a special primary election to replace Rep. Michael Waltz. Waltz resigned from Congress on Jan. 20, to join the Trump administration as national security advisor.
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
Black history is made daily but because of Carter G. Woodson — nicknamed the father of Black History Month — the celebration of Black culture is commemorated during the second month of the year.
“I thought it was great,” Winn said. “But again, at the very beginning, it’s a bunch of bull**** for the fact that there was injustice done. The Justice Department was weaponized against the people. Trump just did what he thought was right, because he knows it was all just a bunch of false allegations.”
Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference Thursday afternoon in Jacksonville.
Power was restored to most Nassau County residents power Thursday afternoon following the winter storm that brought snow and ice to the area Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, according to Okefenoke REMC’s outage map.
Glynn County is recovering after an ice storm left debris scattered across neighborhoods and caused widespread power outages.
Crews were working Wednesday to restore power to thousands of people affected by the overnight winter storm that impacted Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida.
While this won’t go down in history as the coldest January ever recorded, it feels like it should be.
As a rare winter storm moves closer to Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, school and county officials are preparing for ice that could make it dangerous to drive on the road.
Some counties in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia adjusted trash service this week because of dangerous icy roads from the rare winter storm that slammed the area.
It was a unique morning Wednesday as many in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia woke up to snow and a mix of winter precipitation!
As snow continued to fall Wednesday morning across parts of Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida, the National Weather Service Jacksonville asked residents for help.
Tuesday afternoon quickly turned cold and the rain continued causing schools and businesses to close on Wednesday as the overnight temperatures were forecasted to drop even further.
Mayor Donna Deegan, along with other city officials, provided an update on winter storm preparations Tuesday evening, urging Northeast Florida residents to avoid traveling on icy roads.
As a rare winter storm continues to inch its way toward Northeast Florida, more city and countywide services are announcing how they will handle the inclement weather.
As temperatures start to lower in Northeast Florida, Clay County Emergency Management officials announced plans ahead of the winter storm expected to bring freezing rains and ice accumulation.
A list of closures in Duval County, including the Clerk of Courts, Jacksonville Sheriff's Office buildings, First Coast YMCA's and Duval County Public Schools
The Sunshine State is preparing to face its first winter storm since 1989, and parts of the Florida Panhandle have already begun to see snow accumulate on the ground, and social media users throughout the state have already started to post videos and images capturing the rare occurrence.
As a powerful and rare winter storm approaches our area, we wanted to look at the timing for widespread ice and even snow unusually close to Jacksonville.
Western Northeast Florida counties like Baker, Bradford and Columbia are expected to face the most severe conditions locally as extreme cold temperatures sweep through Florida over the next few days.
Governor Ron DeSantis issued a state of emergency Monday evening ahead of a winter storm that is forecast to impact North Florida beginning Tuesday evening.
A rare winter storm is set to impact North Florida and southern Georgia on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning and it will bring the risk of ice and even some snow to the region.
A severe winter storm brings cold temperatures to Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, with wind chills expected to drop into the teens and 20s. Residents without adequate heat or shelter are encouraged to seek out warming centers in their area.
A wintery mix is approaching Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, and snow is likely in Georgia, while most of Florida is set to see sleet and freezing rain.
As a rare winter storm moves closer to Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, school and county officials are preparing for ice that could make it dangerous to drive on the road.
Emergency management officials in counties in the western part of Northeast Florida were preparing Monday for the effects of a powerful winter storm expected to hit in the coming days.
As a cold front is expected to bring frigid temperatures to Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, JEA has cold weather tips to help people save on their utility bills and protect their home’s infrastructure.
At this same time about seven years ago, Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida were also bundled for winter.
A JSO counter-narcotics trafficking operation dubbed ‘Jacob’s Ladder’ has exposed the presence of one of the oldest global criminal organizations in the world.
As fire crews continue their efforts to battle the California wildfires, officials with the Northeast Florida chapter of the American Red Cross say the disaster is shining a light on the ongoing need for volunteers.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Florida (BBBSNEFL), part of the nation’s oldest and largest mentoring organization, has been empowering youth in Northeast Florida for over a century. This January, in honor of National Mentoring Month, BBBSNEFL invites the community to join the mentorship movement. From January 15-19, the Acosta Bridge and Florida Blue Riverside will shine green to raise awareness, culminating in their 8th Annual Little Big Run on Saturday, January 18th. Join them for music, food, and celebration as they honor the power of mentorship. Share your story with #BeBig, sign up to be a "Big," or donate to help create life-changing relationships. Learn more at www.BBBSNEFL.org or call (904) 727-9797. It Takes Little to Be Big!
Jacksonville is gearing up to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a variety of events and service opportunities. The annual MLK Breakfast will be held at the Prime Osborn Convention Center, with tickets available at JaxMLKBreakfast.com.
After one of the worst years in decades for home sales in the Sunshine State, local realtors are reporting an uptick in activity to start 2025.
Drunk driving continues to be a deadly issue nationwide with Northeast Florida being no exception. A recent study ranked Florida second in the country for alcohol-impaired driving deaths, just behind Texas.
Some Northeast Florida jails are making significant changes to how mugshots and booking information are accessed online, in an effort to combat a growing scam targeting the families of recently arrested individuals.
A Northeast Florida bunny rescue is facing a surge of abandoned rabbits after 14 bunnies were found dumped in the Timucuan Preserve on New Year’s Day.
The 9th Annual Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam & car show happening Saturday January 11th at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds in St. Augustine! Gates open at 10am, admission is $20 per person with 10 & under free. Largest People’s Choice event in Northeast Florida. There will be Chili, Chowder and BBQ available at $1 per taste for a 2 ounce sample.
Jacksonville city leaders continue their work trying to tackle the ongoing flooding problems along Ken Knight Drive.
PulteGroup’s Northeast Florida Division has started building a mortgage-free home for U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Antwian Cooper in the Centex community of Wells Landing.
According to the Florida Department of Education, nearly two-thirds of schools earned an “A” or a “B,” which is up from 57% of schools in 2023.
The PGA Tour Studios is a massive, 165,000, three-story building that will house all of golf’s media creations and continue to drive economic growth in Northeast Florida.
Australia rang in the year 2025 with an awe-inspiring fireworks display that lit up the night sky over Sydney Harbour.
Whether you came knocking at our door or we came knocking at someone else’s, the News4JAX I-Team was on top of uncovering answers in Northeast Florida in 2024.
The thick layer of clouds we’ve had Tuesday will start to break up over the next few hours allowing the cold air to stick around through the Christmas morning hours.
It’s Christmas Eve Eve and are we ready for Wednesday? Tuesday is for folks who’ve procrastinated and the weather will be helpful by not being rainy or too windy or cold.
Jacksonville’s state attorney said there’s no evidence that members of the JEA violated Florida’s “Sunshine Law” with discussions surrounding the resignation and replacement of former CEO Jay Stowe.
As the first day of Winter winds down, the temperatures will continue to drop. A chilly night in the mid-40s will feel like the mid-30s as the north wind continues.
A warning from the Pentagon that a government shutdown would cost troops their paychecks over the holidays includes thousands of service members in Northeast Florida.
The Florida Theatre was named the #1 Most Attended Venue in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia, according to 2024 statistics released by Pollstar, a leading concert industry publication.
Windy and cloudy conditions will stick around through the evening hours along with a 20% chance of light showers into the overnight hours.
New safety guidelines for condominiums in Florida are causing significant disruptions in the real estate market.
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.
In a recent episode, “The Daily Show,” an Emmy-award-winning show that satirizes the biggest news stories, focused on Northeast Florida.
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Station created unique clouds spotted from Jacksonville on the morning of Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024.
A new report from the Florida Policy Institute reveals Live Local Act might not be cutting it for some professions, like educators, firefighters and law enforcement officers.
Sporting JAX, a club founded in 2020, is announcing the arrival of Jacksonville’s first women’s major league sports franchise in the city on Tuesday.
Northeast Florida honored those affected by HIV/AIDS with a walk and service on the 37th observance of World AIDS Day. Organized by the Northeast Florida World AIDS Day Committee, the event marked the return of the walk after a five-year hiatus.
Get the crock pot and Fritos ready. Sunday morning will be another cold start, with a Freeze Warning (inland Southeast Georgia) and a Frost Advisory (portions of inland Northeast Florida) until 8 a.m.
As November wraps up, cooler temperatures are already making their presence felt across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. Several counties in the region are under freeze warnings and frost advisories, signaling a need for residents to prepare.
The holiday season is in full swing, and shoppers across Northeast Florida are hitting the stores for their gift lists. However, the hunt for deals has come with an unwelcome challenge: heavy traffic.
Two years after fleeing Ukraine due to Russia’s invasion, the Moiseienko family is finding their footing in Florida, with 2023 marking significant milestones in their new life.
You may have money owed to you, but you don’t even know it! Now is your chance to claim it.
Sunday marked the end of the “Freed to Run Challenge” where judges, lawyers, and community leaders raised money to support seniors in housing-related civil legal services in Northeast Florida.
