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Questions remain in incident involving off-duty JSO lieutenant who shot into semi-truck on I-95
Read full article: Questions remain in incident involving off-duty JSO lieutenant who shot into semi-truck on I-95Questions remained Tuesday morning after the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said one of its lieutenants shot into a semi-truck during rush hour on Monday on Interstate 95 South near Atlantic Boulevard.
JSO lieutenant shoots into semi-truck after ‘coming into contact’ with vehicle’s driver, police say
Read full article: JSO lieutenant shoots into semi-truck after ‘coming into contact’ with vehicle’s driver, police sayFlorida Highway Patrol said I-95 South near Atlantic Boulevard is closed due to “police activity.”
Drivers prepare for major traffic shift on CR-210 that starts Friday for widening project
Read full article: Drivers prepare for major traffic shift on CR-210 that starts Friday for widening projectSt. Johns County officials announced there will be a major traffic shift impacting drivers on County Road 210 starting next Friday.
I-95 North closures from Emerson Street to Atlantic Boulevard beginning tonight, closed nightly through Tuesday
Read full article: I-95 North closures from Emerson Street to Atlantic Boulevard beginning tonight, closed nightly through TuesdayNightly closures begin Sunday at 10 p.m. from Emerson Street to Atlantic Boulevard and will reopen at 6 a.m. daily until Tuesday, March 11, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
Drivers share frustration with Clay County construction but engineer says work will prevent disaster
Read full article: Drivers share frustration with Clay County construction but engineer says work will prevent disasterThere is one project in particular that is getting a lot of attention. It is on County Road 220 near Knight Boxx Road. A brand-new bridge is being installed to replace an old that is deteriorating.
Councilman promises solution as Northside neighbors express frustration over Dunn Avenue traffic
Read full article: Councilman promises solution as Northside neighbors express frustration over Dunn Avenue trafficDunn Avenue on Jacksonville's Northside has seen quite a bit of development, and residents are concerned because crashes are becoming more frequent.
Live Traffic Cam: Southbound lanes of I-95 closed in St. Johns County after sheriff’s office chase ends in crash
Read full article: Live Traffic Cam: Southbound lanes of I-95 closed in St. Johns County after sheriff’s office chase ends in crashTraffic was backed up for miles in both directions on Interstate 95 Monday morning in St. Johns County following a chase involving sheriff’s office deputies.
VIDEO: Driver seen waving gun at vehicles, firing shots on I-95; chase ends in crash near CR-214 in St. Johns County
Read full article: VIDEO: Driver seen waving gun at vehicles, firing shots on I-95; chase ends in crash near CR-214 in St. Johns CountyAll southbound lanes of Interstate 95 north near County Road 214 were closed Monday morning after a driver was seen waving a firearm at vehicles, leading to a pursuit with deputies that ended in a crash, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
Traffic Alert: Southbound lanes of Acosta Bridge to close for routine maintenance
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Southbound lanes of Acosta Bridge to close for routine maintenanceThe Florida Department of Transportation announced that the southbound lanes of the Acosta Bridge will be closed from Tuesday to Thursday for routine maintenance.
Man killed in crash after car veers off road into retention pond in Jacksonville
Read full article: Man killed in crash after car veers off road into retention pond in JacksonvilleA man was killed in a crash Friday morning after his car ran off the road into a retention pond at the intersection of San Pablo Road and Sam Yepez Road, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Local, state leaders meeting Wednesday to give update on years-long construction on First Coast Expressway
Read full article: Local, state leaders meeting Wednesday to give update on years-long construction on First Coast ExpresswayThe focus is 2030, which is the projected year when all of the construction is expected to be done.
Traffic Alert: Crash between two semi-trucks in St. Johns County causes hourslong closure, FHP says
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Crash between two semi-trucks in St. Johns County causes hourslong closure, FHP saysAll lanes were closed Tuesday evening on Interstate 95 north at County Road 210 in St. Johns County following a crash, according to Florida 511.
Traffic Alert: Multi-vehicle crash closes I-95 north on-ramp at 8th Street
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Multi-vehicle crash closes I-95 north on-ramp at 8th StreetA multi-vehicle crash closed all lanes on Interstate 95 northbound at 8th Street Monday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Settle for a slow down: 40-day warning period begins for new automated speed cameras in Neptune Beach school zones
Read full article: Settle for a slow down: 40-day warning period begins for new automated speed cameras in Neptune Beach school zonesStarting Monday, a 40-day warning period begins for drivers near Neptune Beach school zones as the city rolls out its automated speed cameras.
Woman dies after crawling out a pickup truck window while it was still in motion in Putnam County: FHP
Read full article: Woman dies after crawling out a pickup truck window while it was still in motion in Putnam County: FHPA 26-year-old woman died Friday in Putnam County when she crawled out of a pickup truck window while it was in motion, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
45-year-old driver killed in head-on crash with tractor-trailer in Putnam County: FHP
Read full article: 45-year-old driver killed in head-on crash with tractor-trailer in Putnam County: FHPA Haines City man was killed early Wednesday morning after colliding with a tractor-trailer on State Road 19 in Putnam County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
SUV driver killed, 15-year-old and 55-year-old seriously injured in crash on US 17 in Green Cove Springs
Read full article: SUV driver killed, 15-year-old and 55-year-old seriously injured in crash on US 17 in Green Cove SpringsThe driver of an SUV was killed and three other people were injured in a crash on U.S. 17 in Green Cove Springs Sunday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
JEA crews to begin 3-month water main replacement on San Jose Boulevard that will involve lane closures
Read full article: JEA crews to begin 3-month water main replacement on San Jose Boulevard that will involve lane closuresJEA will replace a 24-inch water main along San Jose Boulevard between Old River Road and Claire Lane starting on Feb. 10. The work is expected to last three months.
Traffic Alert: Crash closes multiple I-295 lanes in Duval County between Gate Parkway and Baymeadows Road
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Crash closes multiple I-295 lanes in Duval County between Gate Parkway and Baymeadows RoadA crash has caused multiple lane closures on southbound I-295 in Duval County.
Avondale residents call for road safety improvements after truck hits home, knocks out power to 200+ customers
Read full article: Avondale residents call for road safety improvements after truck hits home, knocks out power to 200+ customersPeople who live in part of the Avondale neighborhood are asking drivers to be more careful when passing through.
St. Johns County rejects proposal to reintroduce non-residential business fees for road funding
Read full article: St. Johns County rejects proposal to reintroduce non-residential business fees for road fundingSt. Johns County is continuing to evaluate and fund road improvements in a rapidly growing community. One potential solution, concurrency fees, which are based on the traffic a business generates, was rejected by the county commission this week.
JEA announces 3-month water main replacement on San Jose Boulevard
Read full article: JEA announces 3-month water main replacement on San Jose BoulevardJEA will replace a 24-inch water main along San Jose Boulevard between Old River Road and Claire Lane starting on Feb. 10. The work is expected to last three months.
‘He did not need to lose his life the way he did’: Witness recalls ‘horrific’ I-295 crash that killed 66-year-old man
Read full article: ‘He did not need to lose his life the way he did’: Witness recalls ‘horrific’ I-295 crash that killed 66-year-old manSome will say the details in this case sound like something out of a movie. However, for the woman who saw the crash, she tells News4Jax's Briana Brownlee it’s a reality she can’t escape.
Man causes deadly pileup in wrong-way crash on I-295, attempts carjacking, escapes on back of semi: FHP
Read full article: Man causes deadly pileup in wrong-way crash on I-295, attempts carjacking, escapes on back of semi: FHPA motorcyclist was killed Tuesday afternoon in a bizarre wrong-way, hit-and-run crash on I-295 that ended with the wrong-way driver escaping on the back of a semi, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Automated speed cameras in Neptune Beach school zones set to go online in April
Read full article: Automated speed cameras in Neptune Beach school zones set to go online in AprilNeptune Beach has a problem with speeders in school zones, even though signs tell drivers how fast to drive and when to do it. But people are still speeding, and now there will be a hefty fine if you get caught thanks to speed cameras that will go live in April.
LIVE: I-95, US-17 closed in both directions in Nassau County due to icy conditions
Read full article: LIVE: I-95, US-17 closed in both directions in Nassau County due to icy conditionsThe Nassau County Sheriff’s Office issued an urgent winter traffic advisory on Wednesday warning residents of dangerous ice conditions across the county.
All Nassau County roads reopen after icy conditions cause crashes, snarl traffic
Read full article: All Nassau County roads reopen after icy conditions cause crashes, snarl trafficThe Nassau County Sheriff’s Office issued an urgent winter traffic advisory on Wednesday warning residents of dangerous ice conditions across the county.
All Nassau County roads reopen after icy conditions cause crashes, snarl traffic
Read full article: All Nassau County roads reopen after icy conditions cause crashes, snarl trafficThe Nassau County Sheriff’s Office issued an urgent winter traffic advisory on Wednesday warning residents of dangerous ice conditions across the county.
1 dies of hypothermia as Georgia officials urge residents to stay home amid winter storm
Read full article: 1 dies of hypothermia as Georgia officials urge residents to stay home amid winter stormGeorgia Gov. Brian Kemp and other state officials held a news conference Tuesday morning to give an update on winter storm preparations and urge Georgians to stay off the roads as conditions are expected to deteriorate rapidly.
Frozen Florida: How to handle snow and ice on the roads like a pro & de-ice your car without damage
Read full article: Frozen Florida: How to handle snow and ice on the roads like a pro & de-ice your car without damageFlorida drivers might think they’re experts at driving in dangerous conditions, but subfreezing temperatures this week are bringing the possibility of an unusual hazard for the Sunshine State: icy roads.
Georgia DOT treats highways, bridges with brine ahead of dangerous winter storm; Jax crews on standby
Read full article: Georgia DOT treats highways, bridges with brine ahead of dangerous winter storm; Jax crews on standbyThe Georgia Department of Transportation spent Sunday protecting roadways by sending 31 bucket trucks out to brine interstates throughout Georgia, including I-95 in Glynn and Camden counties.
‘This is not Disney World’: St. Augustine looks to address high traffic during ‘Nights of Lights.’ What do you think?
Read full article: ‘This is not Disney World’: St. Augustine looks to address high traffic during ‘Nights of Lights.’ What do you think?City leaders are working to find solutions to the high amounts of traffic during Nights of Lights after the 2024 holiday season saw more traffic than ever before.
Bicyclist killed in Baymeadows Road crash, driver found hiding in bushes
Read full article: Bicyclist killed in Baymeadows Road crash, driver found hiding in bushesA tragic accident occurred on Baymeadows Road, resulting in the death of a male bicyclist. The incident happened on Baymeadows Road when a car, driven by a white female, hit the bicyclist in the crosswalk.
Plan to improve ‘connectivity’ between Clay County neighborhoods withdrawn
Read full article: Plan to improve ‘connectivity’ between Clay County neighborhoods withdrawnLake Asbury is one of the fastest-growing areas of Clay County, and the county’s growth has been coupled with various road projects that have frustrated thousands of residents over the past few years. However, a recent plan expected to improve “connectivity between adjacent developments” in the county was recently withdrawn.
89-year-old dies when truck hits mailbox, careens into ditch, then flips into multiple vehicles at Nassau County shop
Read full article: 89-year-old dies when truck hits mailbox, careens into ditch, then flips into multiple vehicles at Nassau County shopAn 89-year-old Jacksonville man was killed Monday morning when his pickup truck crashed in Nassau County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
‘It’s sad and it bothers me’: Daycare owner calls for changes on Westside road after multiple incidents
Read full article: ‘It’s sad and it bothers me’: Daycare owner calls for changes on Westside road after multiple incidentsA Jacksonville daycare owner and a teen who was hit by a car are calling for changes on what they say is a dangerous Westside road.
Search continues for driver accused of hitting St. Johns County student, leaving the scene
Read full article: Search continues for driver accused of hitting St. Johns County student, leaving the sceneA teenager was airlifted to a trauma center after being hit by a car in Flagler Estates Friday morning, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
Heads up, drivers: Prescribed burn near Alachua County could impact your drive on US Highway 441
Read full article: Heads up, drivers: Prescribed burn near Alachua County could impact your drive on US Highway 441If you’re planning to travel on US Highway 441 near the Alachua County line in Columbia County, keep an eye out for an active 42-acre prescribed burn happening at River Rise Preserve.
St. Johns County residents are saddened, but not shocked after a student was hit by a car
Read full article: St. Johns County residents are saddened, but not shocked after a student was hit by a carA student at Fruit Cove Middle School was hit by a car Wednesday morning near the school, according to a spokesperson for the St. Johns County School District.
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office looking to expand traffic enforcement unit in 2025
Read full article: Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office looking to expand traffic enforcement unit in 2025The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is increasing its traffic enforcement personnel in 2025 with plans to add more officers focused on keeping roads safe.
Wildfire smoke could be issue for drivers on US 17 in Putnam County: FHP
Read full article: Wildfire smoke could be issue for drivers on US 17 in Putnam County: FHPThe Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is monitoring wildfire activity near 602 Hickory Nut Trail in Putnam County. The resulting smoke could affect visibility for drivers on U.S. Highway 17.
Man facing multiple DUI charges after slamming truck into stopped JSO patrol car on Mathews Bridge, injuring 2
Read full article: Man facing multiple DUI charges after slamming truck into stopped JSO patrol car on Mathews Bridge, injuring 2A 30-year-old man is facing multiple counts of driving under the influence after police said he slammed his Ford Ranger into the back of a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office cruiser that was stopped to help another driver on the Mathews Bridge.
St. Johns County seeking $40 million for road improvement project aimed at tackling mounting traffic issues
Read full article: St. Johns County seeking $40 million for road improvement project aimed at tackling mounting traffic issuesFollowing the opening of Bass Pro Shops and the announcement of a new Walmart, officials moved Tuesday to push critical road improvement projects forward for state and federal funding.
Recent Jacksonville deadly crashes raise safety concerns as overall traffic fatalities reach 175
Read full article: Recent Jacksonville deadly crashes raise safety concerns as overall traffic fatalities reach 175Statistics from North Florida Safety Training reveal that between 48,000 and 52,000 people die on U.S. roads each year. In Jacksonville alone, there have been 145 crash-related deaths, 27 of which involved motorcyclists.
1 motorcyclist dead, another in critical condition following crash on Old St. Augustine Road near Baptist South
Read full article: 1 motorcyclist dead, another in critical condition following crash on Old St. Augustine Road near Baptist SouthOne motorcyclist died and another was critically injured in a crash on Old St. Augustine Road near Friday morning, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Woman killed in rollover crash near Blanding entrance ramp on Roosevelt Boulevard
Read full article: Woman killed in rollover crash near Blanding entrance ramp on Roosevelt BoulevardA woman died Friday morning when her car flipped after she drove off the road at the Blanding Boulevard entrance ramp from Roosevelt Boulevard, across from Florida State College at Jacksonville.
‘Like it’s the Indy 500′: Atlantic Beach residents frustrated with speeding share input on traffic safety
Read full article: ‘Like it’s the Indy 500′: Atlantic Beach residents frustrated with speeding share input on traffic safetyThe city of Atlantic Beach is asking for residents’ feedback to help shape its Safety Action Plan, a project aimed at tackling traffic concerns across the city.
Holiday shoppers face heavy traffic, festive crowds in Northeast Florida
Read full article: Holiday shoppers face heavy traffic, festive crowds in Northeast FloridaThe 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.
Palatka man killed, 1 injured on Thanksgiving in crash on SR 207
Read full article: Palatka man killed, 1 injured on Thanksgiving in crash on SR 207A 63-year-old man from Palatka was killed Thursday and a 40-year-old man was injured in a crash on State Road 207, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).
2 women killed in head-on crash with pickup in Columbia County: FHP
Read full article: 2 women killed in head-on crash with pickup in Columbia County: FHPTwo women were killed Wednesday night in a head-on crash with a pickup truck on U.S. 441 at County Road 778 in Columbia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

2 Palm Beach County motorcycle deputies killed, another severely injured in crash: reports
Read full article: 2 Palm Beach County motorcycle deputies killed, another severely injured in crash: reportsTwo Palm Beach County deputies died Thursday and another was seriously injured after they were struck by a vehicle, according to media reports.
All lanes reopen on I-295 northbound at Normandy Blvd after logging truck driver loses control, overturns
Read full article: All lanes reopen on I-295 northbound at Normandy Blvd after logging truck driver loses control, overturnsAll lanes have reopened on Interstate 295 northbound at Normandy Boulevard after an overturned logging truck shut down the road for hours Wednesday morning, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Man dies after being thrown from SUV when it went airborne, flipped in Columbia County: FHP
Read full article: Man dies after being thrown from SUV when it went airborne, flipped in Columbia County: FHPA 58-year-old man from White Springs was killed Sunday night when he was ejected from his SUV in a crash in Columbia County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Semitruck carrying beer overturns, blocks all southbound lanes on I-95 in St. Johns County
Read full article: Semitruck carrying beer overturns, blocks all southbound lanes on I-95 in St. Johns CountyAll southbound lanes on Interstate 95 near mile marker 328 from State Road 9B in St. Johns County are closed due to a multi-vehicle crash.
Traffic Alert: Southbound lanes on I-95 near Emerson Street blocked after multi-vehicle crash
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Southbound lanes on I-95 near Emerson Street blocked after multi-vehicle crashTwo southbound lanes on Interstate 95 near Emerson Street are blocked Monday afternoon after a multi-vehicle crash involving hazardous materials, according to the Florida 511 website.
Frustration rises among some Lake Asbury residents over traffic delays, congestion caused by ongoing road construction
Read full article: Frustration rises among some Lake Asbury residents over traffic delays, congestion caused by ongoing road constructionConstruction along one Clay County road has been causing frustration among some residents for more than a year.
Man dies after being hit by car filled with 3 teens in St. Johns County: FHP
Read full article: Man dies after being hit by car filled with 3 teens in St. Johns County: FHPA 50-year-old St. Augustine man died Friday night after he stepped into the path of a car on U.S. 1 near Andora Street and was struck, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
All lanes back open at intersection of Normandy Boulevard and Yellow Water Road following deadly crash
Read full article: All lanes back open at intersection of Normandy Boulevard and Yellow Water Road following deadly crashThe intersection of Normandy Boulevard and Yellow Water Road was shut down in all directions Monday morning because of a crash, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Traffic Alert: Only 1 lane open on I-95 southbound at Kings Road after crash with injuries
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Only 1 lane open on I-95 southbound at Kings Road after crash with injuriesAll lanes of I-95 southbound at Kings Road are closed because of a crash with injuries, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Jacksonville among top 15 most dangerous areas in US for pedestrians, report finds
Read full article: Jacksonville among top 15 most dangerous areas in US for pedestrians, report findsA report from Smart Growth America found Jacksonville to be the 15th most dangerous metro area in the United States for pedestrians.
Teaching teens to drive safely starts well before they’re old enough for a license, expert urges
Read full article: Teaching teens to drive safely starts well before they’re old enough for a license, expert urgesInexperience behind the wheel can make new drivers more prone to car accidents and motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for U.S. teens ages 15-18.
Search continues for suspect in I-95 hit-and-run crash that killed 15-year-old
Read full article: Search continues for suspect in I-95 hit-and-run crash that killed 15-year-oldA 15-year-old driver was killed Sunday night in a crash on I-95 northbound near J. Turner Butler Boulevard, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Tire malfunction ends in crash, overturned semi-truck on I-95 in St. Johns County: FHP
Read full article: Tire malfunction ends in crash, overturned semi-truck on I-95 in St. Johns County: FHPThree southbound lanes were blocked on Interstate 95 southbound Thursday evening after a semi-truck overturned, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
Man dies after being hit by two vehicles, off-duty JSO officer on Arlington Expressway
Read full article: Man dies after being hit by two vehicles, off-duty JSO officer on Arlington ExpresswayA man died on Tuesday morning after he was hit by an SUV and an off-duty police officer while attempting to walk across the Arlington Expressway, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
25-year-old woman, 3-year-old die in wrong-way crash on I-95; 3 other children in same SUV critically hurt
Read full article: 25-year-old woman, 3-year-old die in wrong-way crash on I-95; 3 other children in same SUV critically hurtA 25-year-old Jacksonville woman and a 3-year-old girl died early Sunday morning in a wrong-way crash on Interstate 95, according to FHP.