INSIDER
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.
When asked about the new poll on Tuesday, Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan said she can’t remember the last time a poll was done where crime wasn’t number one in terms of people’s concerns.
Wednesday is on track for an overall wet day as rounds of rain move through the area. Cloud cover will keep the temperatures in the mid-80s on both Wednesday and Thursday.
A cold front will approach Southeast Georgia this afternoon, bringing with it not necessarily cooler temperatures, but drier air beginning on Saturday.
During severe storms that slammed various areas in Northeast Florida, cameras caught a glimpse of what looked like a tornado forming in St. Johns County.
Jacksonville faces severe weather as strong storms with heavy rain, gusty winds, and hail impact the area. News4JAX meteorologist Richard Nunn explains the risks and forecast for the coming days.
Northeast Florida’s coastal communities, particularly in Flagler and St. Johns counties, have seen direct effects from hurricanes in recent years, with places like Summerhaven and South Ponte Vedra Beach proving to be especially vulnerable to storm surge and flooding.
Summer has brought hot temperatures and frequent afternoon thunderstorms to Northeast Florida, with The Weather Authority forecasting ongoing rain, heat indices near triple digits, and a frontal boundary affecting the weekend weather pattern.
Recently published data by a prominent real estate website reveals further proof that Florida’s housing market is shifting in buyers’ favor. According to Realtor.com, the Sunshine State had the second-largest percentage (25%) of home price reductions in April, a signal that sellers aren’t receiving much traction on their dream asking price in a changing market.
Thousands of boaters and beachgoers in Northeast Florida went out on the water to take advantage of the long holiday weekend.
Barbie Blank (Kelly Kelly) & Victoria Crawford (Alicia Fox) attended Nease H.S. together. Sunday they appeared on TNA Wrestling's Border Brawl.
Rain chances remain low for Southeast Georgia as a storm moves through, impacting Central Georgia. Northeast Florida nearly avoids the storm but continues to get the heat and instability will a low chance for rain.
Another hot, mostly sunny day is ahead with temperatures close to record-breaking highs. Yesterday’s clouds and wind kept temperatures below the record, but still managed to reach 93.
Jacksonville is entering a heatwave pushing temperatures to 96°F over the coming days. While this may feel premature, similar early-season heat occurred in May 2024, underscoring a pattern of increasingly warm springs in Northeast Florida.
According to housing experts, “affordable” is defined as spending no more than 30% of your income on housing. In Jacksonville, where the median household income is $81,107 according to city data, that means monthly housing costs should not exceed $2,027 to be considered affordable.
According to NEFAR, a growing inventory is giving buyers more choices across the region.
More rounds of rain are expected today, starting before noon and lasting into Monday. The highs will stay in the lower 80s across the region with little to no sunshine.
Builders Care is a nonprofit organization that has been installing ramps in Northeast Florida for more than two decades.
A massive construction project is well underway for one of the busiest stretches of road in Northeast Florida: I-95 North coming into downtown Jacksonville.
Heavy rains affect our southern Northeast Florida counties as the slow-moving front passes through with daytime heating. Expect heavy winds, pea-sized hail, and thunder with this system through St. Johns and Clay counties through 6 p.m.
Danny Wimmer presents Welcome to Rockville returns to Northeast Florida bringing some of the biggest names in Rock to back to Daytona. Fans can expect 4 days of fun, food and more music than they could imagine from a diverse collective of artists. www.welcometorockville.com
Sunshine and dry weather continue through the evening and into Thursday as temperatures drop into the upper 50s in Southeast Georgia, mid-50s inland Northeast Florida, and low-60s for areas east of U.S. 301 to the coast.
A drug bust of 4,000 pounds of liquid meth by the Atlanta Drug Enforcement Administration agents potentially stopped the drugs from making its way to Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida.
The Flight Deck, an innovative esports arena, will be a reality next year at the University of North Florida after the Jacksonville City Council granted $3 million to the project.
Starting May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers will need to be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities.
It might seem strange, but those flocks of shorebirds and seabirds you see on Northeast Florida’s beaches actually prefer not to nest on our sandy shores, if they have a choice. Unfortunately, in Northeast Florida, the birds are running out of those rooftop options as a lot of businesses change their roofing style.
UnitedHealthcare is currently in contract negotiations with Ascension Health Florida, and if the two sides can’t reach a deal by May 1, thousands of patients could lose in-network access to some of the region’s largest hospitals.
Baptist Health is dealing with the growing demand for emergency medical services by expanding its air-ambulance fleet.
A motel built in the 1950s could soon face demolition if approved by the St. Johns County Board. The Magic Motel, a significant piece of Vilano Beach’s character, finds its fate uncertain as community members voice their concerns.
The LifeSouth Bloodmobile will be at the newly opened Nassau County HCA Florida Yulee Emergency.
The Jacksonville Humane Society hosted the Mutt March on the University of North Florida’s campus to raise money for animals on Saturday.
After a five-year break, the Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) is back with its beloved Mutt March, Northeast Florida’s largest pet-friendly walk and festival.
April is officially Hot Car Death Prevention Month in Florida, thanks to Ariya’s Act, which took effect last July after it was signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
As a cold front approaches our area from the southwest, you need to be prepared for severe weather to impact your Monday afternoon.
Are you planning on traveling to San Antonio to see the Florida Gators in the Final Four? Tell us your experience looking for game and plane tickets.
Art in the Park Jacksonville, Northeast Florida’s only chalk drawing competition, returns for a fifth year to James Weldon Johnson Park on Saturday, March 29 from noon to 5 p.m.!
Arguably the most famous pro wrestler in history is coming to Jacksonville, and he’s here to see his fans. We’re talking about The Hulkster himself! Hulk Hogan is bringing his Real American Beer tour to Northeast Florida.
A historic groundbreaking ceremony marks the official start of construction on LECOM at Jacksonville University, the region’s first four-year medical school.
Two Florida congressmen wrote a letter to the Defense Health Agency asking why there are reimbursement failures for local community care for veterans.
Sporting Club Jacksonville, United Soccer League’s Northeast Florida expansion franchise, made forward steps Thursday to bring a soccer team to the city.
Sporting Club Jacksonville, the United Soccer League’s (USL) newest franchise in Northeast Florida, named Mark Warburton as the club’s first Sporting Director and Head of Soccer.
Voters in parts of Northeast Florida have through Saturday to cast an early, in-person ballot in the special election to fill the U.S. House seat vacated by Michael Waltz.
Arguably the most famous pro wrestler in history is coming to Jacksonville, and he’s here to see his fans. We’re talking about The Hulkster himself! Hulk Hogan is bringing his Real American Beer tour to Northeast Florida.
The clerks across the area have joined forces to offer two weeks of services that can help drivers save some money, reduce their financial stress and get them back on the road with a legal driver’s license.
It’s National Clean Out Your Closet Week, and Goodwill Industries of North Florida is encouraging everyone to take time to declutter, get organized, and donate gently used clothes and household items.
The squall line is moving quickly through the panhandle east at 45 mph. We can expect the first rounds of rain to reach Southeast Georgia by sunrise Sunday morning before moving into Northeast Florida after noon.
Ahead of the expected storms to hit Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia on Sunday, JEA is prepping to protect the community from any power outages or other emergencies.
It’s Players Championship week at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, and the best golfers in the world will be on the Stadium Course.
The Department of Government Efficiency, better known as DOGE, aims to cut $1 trillion in federal spending by the end of the fiscal year, according to NPR. On DOGE’s website, it appears that some of those savings could come from cuts in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia as multiple buildings in our viewing area are listed underneath real estate terminations.
March is Women’s History Month and all month long, News4JAX is sharing the stories of local women who have inspired and educated future generations.
The Bulls, Bands, and Barrels rodeo is making a stop in Northeast Florida for a fun-packed Saturday.
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.
Truck drivers across the region hit the roads on Sunday to honor a fellow driver and bring attention to an important state law.
The Boy’s & Girls Clubs of America’s 2024 National Youth of the Year and Jacksonville native received a brand-new car for his achievements.
Missing Adult Day in Northeast Florida serves as a reminder of the ongoing search for answers and the importance of community support in bringing closure to families affected by these unsolved cases.
The City of Jacksonville announced it will open its warming center Thursday night as the area braces for dangerously cold temperatures.
As we close out February, with one week left, the forecast is chilly with the coldest temperatures this month sinking into our region Friday morning.
United Way Northeast Florida teamed up with JEA employees Wednesday morning to help spread awareness of customers going through financial struggles.
Senate minority leader Tracie Davis, who represents Jacksonville, and House minority leader Fentrice Driskell of Tampa filed a bill on Tuesday to repeal Florida’s six-week ban on abortion.
UNTOLD STORIES, now entering its 4th season, stands as a remarkable initiative brought to you by the nonprofit Florida Theatre. Our mission is to honor the timeless tradition of oral storytelling in a contemporary setting.
Black entrepreneurs across Florida gathered in Jacksonville on Sunday for the Best Boss Awards Gala, which event organizers say is about encouraging business owners to continue their hard work.
Gov. Ron DeSantis is scheduled to hold a news conference Friday morning at Valley Smoke Restaurant in Ponte Vedra Beach.
If you’re looking for a job in Northeast Florida, you can explore multiple opportunities with nearly 20 regional employers who represent a wide range of industries, during the CareerSource Northeast Florida Virtual Education and Hiring Fair.
Jacksonville saw the fourth-largest decrease in asking rents among major U.S. metros, according to a new report released on Monday.
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.
