20-year-old motorcyclist from Texas killed in crash with truck tractor on I-295: FHP
Read full article: 20-year-old motorcyclist from Texas killed in crash with truck tractor on I-295: FHPA 20-year-old man from Roanoke, Texas, died early Friday morning when his motorcycle slammed into the back of a truck tractor on I-295 near Main Street, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Heckscher Drive safety upgrade: Shared-use path to connect Timucuan Trail segments
Read full article: Heckscher Drive safety upgrade: Shared-use path to connect Timucuan Trail segmentsBicyclists, joggers and walkers who travel along Heckscher Drive could soon have a safer way to get through a stretch where the walking and biking path currently ends.
‘Lives are on the line’: JSO has issued 46 ‘Super Speeders’ citations since the new law went into effect
Read full article: ‘Lives are on the line’: JSO has issued 46 ‘Super Speeders’ citations since the new law went into effectIf drivers are caught going 50+ miles over the speed limit or at least 100 miles per hour, they face a criminal misdemeanor.
School bus carrying 54 high school students damaged in hit-and-run that sent 5 students to hospital: FHP
Read full article: School bus carrying 54 high school students damaged in hit-and-run that sent 5 students to hospital: FHPA Marion County School bus filled with 54 high school students was rear-ended by a pick-up truck that sped away from the scene, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
More specialty license plates coming to Florida after DeSantis signs law
Read full article: More specialty license plates coming to Florida after DeSantis signs lawFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a law on Friday bringing new specialty plates to the state, according to a report from News4JAX sister station WKMG in Orlando.
3-year-old Florida girl killed when pick-up truck backs into her in driveway: FHP
Read full article: 3-year-old Florida girl killed when pick-up truck backs into her in driveway: FHPA 3-year-old girl died Sunday afternoon after she was hit in the driveway of a home by a pick-up truck that was backing out, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Driver ejected in I-295 crash run over by multiple vehicles, FHP says; all SB lanes closed at Wilson
Read full article: Driver ejected in I-295 crash run over by multiple vehicles, FHP says; all SB lanes closed at WilsonA man was killed early Monday morning when he was ejected in a violent crash on I-295 southbound near Wilson Boulevard, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Nassau County overpass reopens after I-95 crash leaves three injured, sends vehicle falling onto interstate
Read full article: Nassau County overpass reopens after I-95 crash leaves three injured, sends vehicle falling onto interstateCounty Road 108 overpass from Owens Park Road to Highway 17 is closed after driver crashes into barrier and flips onto I-95 North.
Suspect in custody after pursuit gridlocks traffic on I-95 South in St. Johns County
Read full article: Suspect in custody after pursuit gridlocks traffic on I-95 South in St. Johns CountyAll southbound lanes of I-95 at mile marker 311 were shut down Thursday afternoon due to an active investigation. according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
St. Augustine drivers: 2-day detour planned on St. Johns Parkway at Silverlake Drive
Read full article: St. Augustine drivers: 2-day detour planned on St. Johns Parkway at Silverlake DriveDrivers in St. Johns County should plan for a daytime detour on St. Johns Parkway as work continues on the First Coast Expressway.
19-year-old motorcyclist killed in crash with semi on SR 13 in St. Johns County: FHP
Read full article: 19-year-old motorcyclist killed in crash with semi on SR 13 in St. Johns County: FHPA 19-year-old man riding a motorcycle died Wednesday night after a crash with a tractor-trailer at State Road 13 and Otoes Place in St. Johns County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
‘Drive with caution’: 2nd school bus crash in less than a week near railroad tracks on Zoo Parkway raises concerns
Read full article: ‘Drive with caution’: 2nd school bus crash in less than a week near railroad tracks on Zoo Parkway raises concernsTwo school bus crashes on Zoo Parkway in less than a week — both near railroad tracks — have Duval County families voicing concerns.
Rainy roads raise safety concerns as Duval County records 60th traffic fatality of 2026
Read full article: Rainy roads raise safety concerns as Duval County records 60th traffic fatality of 2026Two separate crashes in rainy conditions early Wednesday killed two people and left another seriously injured, raising renewed concerns about wet-road safety.
‘At least 8’ students taken to hospital after another school bus crash on Zoo Parkway, DCPS says
Read full article: ‘At least 8’ students taken to hospital after another school bus crash on Zoo Parkway, DCPS saysJust a week shy of a bus crash that injured four kindergarten students along Zoo Parkway, Duval County Public Schools said another school bus that was leaving the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens on Wednesday was involved in a “minor” crash.
Semi driver cited for careless driving, fined $164 in school bus crash that injured 4 kindergartners, records show
Read full article: Semi driver cited for careless driving, fined $164 in school bus crash that injured 4 kindergartners, records showThe 37-year-old semi-truck driver who rear-ended a school bus carrying kindergarteners on a field trip last week was cited for careless driving in the crash, Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office records show.
Man dies after car swipes guardrails on both sides of Main Street Bridge, hits oncoming car head-on: JSO
Read full article: Man dies after car swipes guardrails on both sides of Main Street Bridge, hits oncoming car head-on: JSOA crash on the Main Street Bridge killed a man in his 40s and sent a woman to the hospital with severe injuries on Wednesday morning, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Slick roads and high winds: Early-morning rain creates driving hazards as drought concerns linger
Read full article: Slick roads and high winds: Early-morning rain creates driving hazards as drought concerns lingerMeteorologist Katie Garner warns Jacksonville about slick roads from heavy rain and high winds, with persistent drought keeping fire risks high despite recent showers.
Young man killed when SUV crashes through dead-end barrier into concrete wall of I-295 in Loretto: JSO
Read full article: Young man killed when SUV crashes through dead-end barrier into concrete wall of I-295 in Loretto: JSOA man in his early 20s died early Wednesday morning when his Nissan Rogue crashed through a barricade at the dead end of Pine Acres Road in Loretto, police said.
Need your license reinstated? Operation Green Light is back with some fees waived for 2 weeks in April
Read full article: Need your license reinstated? Operation Green Light is back with some fees waived for 2 weeks in AprilOperation Green Light is an annual event where clerks’ offices waive collection agency surcharges for individuals with overdue court fines and unpaid traffic tickets.
No left turn ahead? St. Johns County seeks input on proposed CR 210, St. Johns Parkway changes
Read full article: No left turn ahead? St. Johns County seeks input on proposed CR 210, St. Johns Parkway changesSt. Johns County officials said the CR 210 and CR 2209 intersection is experiencing significant congestion due to rapid residential and commercial growth, and the county, in partnership with the Florida Department of Transportation, is proposing major changes to address it.
25-year-old woman dies after SUV hits fence, tree in Macclenny: FHP
Read full article: 25-year-old woman dies after SUV hits fence, tree in Macclenny: FHPA 25-year-old woman died at the hospital Monday after the SUV she was driving hit a fence and a tree in Macclenny, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
New ramps at First Coast Expressway, SR-16 ease Clay County Fair traffic for first time in years
Read full article: New ramps at First Coast Expressway, SR-16 ease Clay County Fair traffic for first time in yearsClay County Fair traffic is off to a smoother start this year after two new ramps opened at the First Coast Expressway and State Road 16 interchange, giving drivers another route in and out of the fairgrounds.
JSO data reveals top 10 crash hotspots on Jacksonville roads
Read full article: JSO data reveals top 10 crash hotspots on Jacksonville roadsData obtained by News4JAX from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office reveals the city’s most dangerous road intersections — and the numbers may surprise drivers who use them every day.
Crash course: Simple safety habits to help Jacksonville drivers stay in their lane, avoid trouble spots
Read full article: Crash course: Simple safety habits to help Jacksonville drivers stay in their lane, avoid trouble spotsDanger can unfold in seconds on Jacksonville's roadways, so how can you avoid becoming part of the next crash story on News4JAX? Traffic Anchor Sophia Vitello rode along with a defensive driving instructor with the Northeast Florida Safety Council to find out.
‘Could have been much worse’: Bystanders grateful no one critically hurt when semi smashes back of school bus
Read full article: ‘Could have been much worse’: Bystanders grateful no one critically hurt when semi smashes back of school busA woman who was among the bystanders who rushed to help after a school bus full of kindergartners was rear-ended by a semi Thursday morning told News4JAX she was thankful the injuries weren’t more severe.
Traffic Alert: All lanes on I-95 south near SR-9B shut down due to crash with injuries
Read full article: Traffic Alert: All lanes on I-95 south near SR-9B shut down due to crash with injuriesAll southbound lanes on Interstate 95 near State Road 9B are closed on Thursday night after a crash with injuries.
‘I was freaking out’: Parents shocked after semi slams rear end of school bus carrying kindergartners
Read full article: ‘I was freaking out’: Parents shocked after semi slams rear end of school bus carrying kindergartnersAccording to video and photos shared with News4JAX, a school bus was rear-ended by a semi on Thursday morning while crossing train tracks on Zoo Parkway, not far from Imeson Park Boulevard.
4 kindergarten students hurt when semi smashes back of school bus crossing train tracks on Zoo Parkway
Read full article: 4 kindergarten students hurt when semi smashes back of school bus crossing train tracks on Zoo ParkwayAccording to video and photos shared with News4JAX, a school bus was rear-ended by a semi on Thursday morning while crossing train tracks on Zoo Parkway, not far from Imeson Park Boulevard.
JTA Connexion Plus fares rise, affecting thousands of riders with disabilities
Read full article: JTA Connexion Plus fares rise, affecting thousands of riders with disabilitiesThousands of riders who rely on JTA’s Connexion Plus service woke up Thursday to higher fares, as the Jacksonville Transportation Authority implements its first price increase for the service since 2019.
Man accused of driving drunk in Nocatee golf cart crash that killed wife won’t face upgraded charges, attorney says
Read full article: Man accused of driving drunk in Nocatee golf cart crash that killed wife won’t face upgraded charges, attorney saysA 64-year-old St. Johns County man is facing DUI charges in connection with a golf cart crash that fatally injured his wife, according to an arrest report obtained by News4JAX.
‘Be prepared’: 2 ramps at First Coast Expressway, SR 16 interchange officially open ahead of Clay County Fair
Read full article: ‘Be prepared’: 2 ramps at First Coast Expressway, SR 16 interchange officially open ahead of Clay County FairThe final two ramps at the interchange of the First Coast Expressway (State Road 23) and State Road 16 will open to traffic this Wednesday. And the timing could make a big difference for traffic as the Clay County Fair opens on Thursday.
New traffic safety garden keeps legacy alive of Ed White student athlete killed in hit-and-run
Read full article: New traffic safety garden keeps legacy alive of Ed White student athlete killed in hit-and-runCommunity leaders and students gathered at Ed White High School to unveil a new memorial traffic garden, honoring the life of student athlete Alaysha Williams, who was killed in a hit-and-run traffic incident in September 2024.
Jacksonville gas prices surge: Regular hits $4.25, diesel sets new record
Read full article: Jacksonville gas prices surge: Regular hits $4.25, diesel sets new recordIn Jacksonville, AAA reports the average for regular gas at $4.25, up from $2.87 just a month ago, and premium gas at $5.00, up from $3.69.
2 men standing outside their vehicles on I-95 hit, killed when pick-up truck swerves onto shoulder: FHP
Read full article: 2 men standing outside their vehicles on I-95 hit, killed when pick-up truck swerves onto shoulder: FHPAn early morning crash left two men dead Wednesday after they were hit while standing outside their vehicles on I-95 northbound, near Old St. Augustine Road, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Crosswalk signals placed near Patriot Oaks Academy mark first safety measure since child was killed while riding e-bike
Read full article: Crosswalk signals placed near Patriot Oaks Academy mark first safety measure since child was killed while riding e-bikeSt. Johns County leaders met with Durbin Crossing residents Wednesday night to address growing traffic safety concerns along Longleaf Pine Parkway, which have intensified following the death of a 12-year-old boy last month.
‘Crash zone’: Northside neighbors demand action on dangerous curve
Read full article: ‘Crash zone’: Northside neighbors demand action on dangerous curveNeighbors on Jacksonville’s Northside say a dangerous curve in their neighborhood has become a crash hotspot, and they’re calling on the city to take action before someone is seriously hurt.
Just in time for Clay County Fair, FDOT opening final 2 ramps at First Coast Expressway, SR 16 interchange
Read full article: Just in time for Clay County Fair, FDOT opening final 2 ramps at First Coast Expressway, SR 16 interchangeThe final two ramps at the interchange of the First Coast Expressway (State Road 23) and State Road 16 will open to traffic this Wednesday. And the timing could make a big difference for traffic as the Clay County Fair opens on Thursday.
Fatal hit-and-run on Atlantic Blvd. kills bicyclist; JSO seeking dark sedan
Read full article: Fatal hit-and-run on Atlantic Blvd. kills bicyclist; JSO seeking dark sedanA bicyclist was killed in a hit-and-run crash early Saturday morning on Atlantic Boulevard, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. The crash occurred at approximately 5:20 a.m. in the 6500 block of Atlantic Blvd. JSO’s Traffic Homicide Unit said a bicyclist was riding westbound on Atlantic Blvd. when he was struck by an unknown vehicle.
Vilano Bridge Run this weekend: What drivers & racers need to know!
Read full article: Vilano Bridge Run this weekend: What drivers & racers need to know!The North Shores Improvement Association is hosting the 29th Annual Vilano Bridge Run, a long-standing event that supports the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind and the Vilano Beach community. Traffic impacts are expected from about 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Motorcycle crash snarls traffic Friday morning on Palm Valley Road
Read full article: Motorcycle crash snarls traffic Friday morning on Palm Valley RoadA motorcyclist suffered a broken leg Friday morning after colliding with a minivan on Palm Valley Road, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
Slow down, stay alert & move over: Ride-along with JSO traffic patrol drives home important safety reminders
Read full article: Slow down, stay alert & move over: Ride-along with JSO traffic patrol drives home important safety remindersOfficer Timothy Prince, a Traffic Patrol Officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, gave News4JAX a behind-the-scenes look at how police target problem areas on the roads to try to prevent serious crashes.
St. Johns County leaders address Longleaf Pine Parkway safety after child’s death
Read full article: St. Johns County leaders address Longleaf Pine Parkway safety after child’s deathSt. Johns County leaders met with Durbin Crossing residents Wednesday night to address growing traffic safety concerns along Longleaf Pine Parkway, which have intensified following the death of a 12-year-old boy last month.
Florida law challenged in federal court after drivers face criminal charges for ‘obscuring’ license plates with frames
Read full article: Florida law challenged in federal court after drivers face criminal charges for ‘obscuring’ license plates with framesA Florida law meant to keep license plates clearly visible is now facing a federal challenge after some drivers were criminally charged over something as simple as a license plate frame.
3 crashes Sunday leave 2 women, both 19, & a 64-year-old bicyclist dead
Read full article: 3 crashes Sunday leave 2 women, both 19, & a 64-year-old bicyclist deadThree crashes across Northeast Florida on Sunday left two 19-year-old women and a 64-year-old bicyclist dead, according to reports from the Florida Highway Patrol.
Woman, 19, dies after being ejected in St. Johns County crash, FHP says
Read full article: Woman, 19, dies after being ejected in St. Johns County crash, FHP saysA 19-year-old woman from St. Augustine died Sunday night in a violent single-vehicle crash in St. Johns County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
19-year-old woman riding motorcycle killed in crash with SUV on Buckman Bridge: FHP
Read full article: 19-year-old woman riding motorcycle killed in crash with SUV on Buckman Bridge: FHPA 19-year-old woman from Yulee died Sunday night when her motorcycle hit the back of an SUV on the Buckman Bridge, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
64-year-old bicyclist killed on US 1 in Flagler County: FHP
Read full article: 64-year-old bicyclist killed on US 1 in Flagler County: FHPA 64-year-old bicyclist from Ormond Beach died Sunday afternoon after he was struck by a pick-up truck on U.S. 1 at the Flagler-Volusia County line, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Traffic Alert: I-10 eastbound lanes at Cassat Ave blocked due to traffic accident: JSO
Read full article: Traffic Alert: I-10 eastbound lanes at Cassat Ave blocked due to traffic accident: JSOTwo right lanes are blocked on I-10 eastbound at Cassat Avenue due to a traffic accident, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Frustration grows over median forcing U-turns in St. Augustine Shores neighborhood
Read full article: Frustration grows over median forcing U-turns in St. Augustine Shores neighborhoodA few weeks after News4JAX first reported concerns from St. Augustine Shores residents, frustration is continuing to grow over a median that blocks direct access to their neighborhood.
Jacksonville city councilman pushing to roll out Waymo; Safety analysts have some concerns
Read full article: Jacksonville city councilman pushing to roll out Waymo; Safety analysts have some concernsAs self-driving robotaxis expand across Florida, with Waymo now operating in Tampa, Orlando, and Miami, Jacksonville officials are weighing a potential expansion amid growing safety concerns from transportation analysts.
DIA lowers Ed Ball garage’s $50 daily max, formalizes night & weekend rates
Read full article: DIA lowers Ed Ball garage’s $50 daily max, formalizes night & weekend ratesThe Downtown Investment Authority has approved updates to the city’s official parking rate schedule, a move leaders say is designed to make downtown parking more consistent and easier for visitors to understand.
78-year-old woman dies in head-on crash on State Road 21 in Bradford County: FHP
Read full article: 78-year-old woman dies in head-on crash on State Road 21 in Bradford County: FHPA 78-year-old woman from Sarasota was killed on Wednesday afternoon in a head-on crash on State Road 21 in Bradford County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Traffic Alert: Vehicle fire on I-95 north past Pecan Park Road blocks two lanes
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Vehicle fire on I-95 north past Pecan Park Road blocks two lanesA vehicle fire on Interstate 95 near mile marker 368 on Wednesday has blocked two northbound lanes, causing traffic delays.
FDOT urges safe driving during St. Patrick’s Day and spring break travel
Read full article: FDOT urges safe driving during St. Patrick’s Day and spring break travelTransportation officials are reminding drivers to stay alert and plan ahead as St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and spring break travel increase traffic on Northeast Florida roads.
Sophia Vitello takes wheel as Morning Show Traffic Anchor & Reporter
Read full article: Sophia Vitello takes wheel as Morning Show Traffic Anchor & ReporterWith the departure of Amanda DeVoe for a new position out of state, News4JAX reporter Sophia Vitello will be taking over the role of Morning Show Traffic Anchor and Reporter.
Motorcyclist dies after losing control, striking three poles on Edgewood Avenue: JSO
Read full article: Motorcyclist dies after losing control, striking three poles on Edgewood Avenue: JSOThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said on Tuesday evening that a portion of Edgewood Avenue is closed due to a crash.
4 students, truck driver hurt when semi hits school bus stopped to pick up students on US 301: FHP
Read full article: 4 students, truck driver hurt when semi hits school bus stopped to pick up students on US 301: FHPA 10-year-old and three teenagers were hurt Monday morning when a semi hit the back of their school bus that was stopped to load students on US 301, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Traffic Alert: Lanes blocked in both directions on I-95 at the Nassau/Duval County line
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Lanes blocked in both directions on I-95 at the Nassau/Duval County lineA crash involving an overturned semi is blocking lanes in both directions on I-95 at the Nassau/Duval County line, according to Nassau County deputies.
Woman killed, 2 men seriously injured in crash on I-10 near US 301: FHP
Read full article: Woman killed, 2 men seriously injured in crash on I-10 near US 301: FHPA woman was killed and two men were seriously hurt in a chain-reaction crash Sunday night on I-10 eastbound near U.S. 301, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Traffic Alert: 2 northbound lanes shut down on Dames Point Bridge due to police activity
Read full article: Traffic Alert: 2 northbound lanes shut down on Dames Point Bridge due to police activityTwo separate incidents in the New Berlin neighborhood are causing traffic back-ups on Interstate 295 north on Sunday afternoon.
Traffic Alert: 2 northbound lanes shut down on Dames Point Bridge due to police activity
Read full article: Traffic Alert: 2 northbound lanes shut down on Dames Point Bridge due to police activityTwo separate incidents in the New Berlin neighborhood are causing traffic back-ups on Interstate 295 north on Sunday afternoon.
I-10 reopens after crashes shut down lanes in both directions in Baker County
Read full article: I-10 reopens after crashes shut down lanes in both directions in Baker CountyAccording to the Florida Highway Patrol traffic map, a pair of crashes on I-10 in opposite directions have shut down the highway in Baker County.
‘Keep going’: Body cam shows St. Johns County deputies pulling driver away from fiery crash on I-95
Read full article: ‘Keep going’: Body cam shows St. Johns County deputies pulling driver away from fiery crash on I-95A driver was ejected in a fiery crash that shut down I-95 southbound between International Golf Parkway and State Road 16 on Saturday, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
‘They need us’: 2 Jacksonville musicians face long recovery after being hurt in deadly Atlantic Blvd. crash
Read full article: ‘They need us’: 2 Jacksonville musicians face long recovery after being hurt in deadly Atlantic Blvd. crashThree people were killed and another four were injured Sunday afternoon in a head-on, chain reaction crash on Atlantic Boulevard near Empire Point, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Driver dies when truck slams into concrete light pole in Starbucks parking lot on San Jose Boulevard: JSO
Read full article: Driver dies when truck slams into concrete light pole in Starbucks parking lot on San Jose Boulevard: JSOA driver died early Monday morning when their truck ran over a curb into the parking lot of a Starbucks on San Jose Boulevard and slammed into a light pole, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
3 dead, 4 sent to hospital after teen driver hops median into oncoming traffic on Atlantic Boulevard: JSO
Read full article: 3 dead, 4 sent to hospital after teen driver hops median into oncoming traffic on Atlantic Boulevard: JSOThree people were killed and another four were injured Sunday afternoon in a head-on, chain reaction crash on Atlantic Boulevard near Empire Point, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
1 ejected in I-95 crash, taken to trauma center, firefighters say
Read full article: 1 ejected in I-95 crash, taken to trauma center, firefighters sayA driver was ejected in a fiery crash that shut down I-95 southbound between International Golf Parkway and State Road 16 on Saturday, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
Man, woman exchanging info after fender bender on 9B hit by car that veered into emergency lane: FHP
Read full article: Man, woman exchanging info after fender bender on 9B hit by car that veered into emergency lane: FHPA man and woman who were exchanging information in the inside emergency lane of 9B after a fender bender were hit by a car Thursday night, leaving the woman dead and the man critically injured, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Woman dies when truck flips into treeline in Columbia County: FHP
Read full article: Woman dies when truck flips into treeline in Columbia County: FHPA 56-year-old woman died Thursday night in Columbia County when her truck flipped and hit several trees along U.S. 27 in Fort White, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
FHP asks for help to find vehicle involved in deadly hit-and-run in Putnam County
Read full article: FHP asks for help to find vehicle involved in deadly hit-and-run in Putnam CountyA man died Thursday night in Putnam County after he was struck by a vehicle that left the scene, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
St. Johns County residents feel ‘overlooked’ in push for change over new median causing traffic challenges
Read full article: St. Johns County residents feel ‘overlooked’ in push for change over new median causing traffic challengesPeople who live on Sevilla Drive said a raised median installed in the middle of Shores Boulevard now blocks them from turning directly onto their street. Instead, they have to pass their entrance and make a U-turn.
More than 60 people charged for speeding in St. Johns County since Florida’s ‘Super Speeder’ law went into effect
Read full article: More than 60 people charged for speeding in St. Johns County since Florida’s ‘Super Speeder’ law went into effectRecords show 63 charging affidavits have been submitted in St. Johns County for excessive speeding since the “Super Speeder” law took effect in Florida last year.
As memorial grows for St. Johns County student killed in crash, officials continue to seek traffic, safety solutions
Read full article: As memorial grows for St. Johns County student killed in crash, officials continue to seek traffic, safety solutionsIn St. Johns County, one week has passed since a student was struck and killed outside Patriot Oaks Academy while riding a gas-powered mini dirt bike. A memorial continues to grow outside the school along Long Leaf Pine Parkway in Durbin Crossing in honor of the 12-year-old who died.
Traffic Alert: Deadly crash on I-295 northbound near New Kings Road closes all lanes
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Deadly crash on I-295 northbound near New Kings Road closes all lanesA deadly crash on I-295 northbound near New Kings Road has closed all of the roadway’s lanes, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Florida e-bike injuries rising: Local attorney says he’s seeing cases daily as lawmakers push new safety bill
Read full article: Florida e-bike injuries rising: Local attorney says he’s seeing cases daily as lawmakers push new safety billLegislation moving through the Florida Capitol would create new guardrails for electric bike riders, a move that comes as Wolfson Children’s Hospital reported 19 cases in January alone involving children injured while riding e-bikes.
Traffic Alert: All Westbound lanes of Beach Blvd. blocked before Hodges due to deadly crash
Read full article: Traffic Alert: All Westbound lanes of Beach Blvd. blocked before Hodges due to deadly crashThe Florida Highway Patrol was on the scene of a fatal crash Saturday night on Beach Blvd. at Gerona Drive.
Parts of Keuka Road closed in Putnam County due to smoke, dense fog
Read full article: Parts of Keuka Road closed in Putnam County due to smoke, dense fogSome parts of Keuka Road in Putnam County were closed early Friday due to smoke and dense fog in the area, according to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office.
Southbound ramp to I-95 from Dunn Avenue reopened after brief shut down due to crash with injuries
Read full article: Southbound ramp to I-95 from Dunn Avenue reopened after brief shut down due to crash with injuriesThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said the southbound on-ramp to I-95 from Dunn Avenue will be shut down for an unspecified amount of time due to a crash with injuries.
Should Orange Park add red-light cameras at crash-prone Park Avenue & Wells Road intersection?
Read full article: Should Orange Park add red-light cameras at crash-prone Park Avenue & Wells Road intersection?The Orange Park Police Department was asked to review the possible need for more red-light cameras, but the town won’t be moving forward with adding cameras any time soon.
Woman dies after being hit by SUV while walking down the center lane of I-75 South: FHP
Read full article: Woman dies after being hit by SUV while walking down the center lane of I-75 South: FHPAn early morning crash Tuesday on I-75 southbound in Alachua County left one woman dead, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
1 killed when side-by-side carrying 6 adults flips on Fort Caroline Road after colliding with SUV, police say
Read full article: 1 killed when side-by-side carrying 6 adults flips on Fort Caroline Road after colliding with SUV, police sayA man died Sunday night after the side-by-side he was riding in hit an SUV on Fort Caroline Road and flipped, ejecting all six adults, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Woman killed in head-on crash on I-95 north after SUV in front of her hits guardrail, spins out: FHP
Read full article: Woman killed in head-on crash on I-95 north after SUV in front of her hits guardrail, spins out: FHPA 55-year-old Palm Coast woman died early Monday morning in a crash on I-95 northbound in Flagler County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Clay County bus driver shortages cause student delays, frustration for families
Read full article: Clay County bus driver shortages cause student delays, frustration for familiesBus driver shortages in Clay County are causing delays for students in several neighborhoods, frustrating families who rely on timely transportation. A mother, who wished to remain anonymous, told News4Jax that the delays have become a daily issue. “It’s been an everyday thing. It went on for a whole week and it was very cold outside,” she said.
Florida driver’s license tests now offered only in English. State transportation officials cite safety for sudden change
Read full article: Florida driver’s license tests now offered only in English. State transportation officials cite safety for sudden changeStarting Friday, all driver’s license knowledge and skills examinations will be administered exclusively in English across the state of Florida.
Putnam forced to close elementary school again because of poor visibility from area wildfire
Read full article: Putnam forced to close elementary school again because of poor visibility from area wildfireDays after having to close two schools in Interlachen because smoke from a wildfire had reduced visibility to “essentially zero,” the Putnam County School District announced another closure on Friday.
