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City of Jacksonville officials and community leaders will commemorate Women’s History Month at City Hall on Thursday morning.

Melissa Pittman owns Truth Auto Repair near the intersection of University Boulevard and Philips Highway. She was once a corporate professional, but she turned the challenging economic downturn into a chance to shift gears into a male-dominated industry.

Kitty’s Carwash, a woman and Black-owned business on Jacksonville’s Northside, was founded by Nakita "Kitty" Watley. The Northside native and Ribault High alum, grew the business through passion and determination, becoming a standout in Duval County’s entrepreneurial landscape.

Women are becoming the fastest-growing demographic of the veteran population and are struggling to find the resources they need to deal with the invisible wounds of PTSD.

Four sisters have been running Culhane’s Irish Pub for the past 20 years, but what many people don’t know, is that their dream as entrepreneurs began over 4,000 miles away in Ireland.

Chef Mimi Lan is a Michelin-trained chef who curates thoughtful culinary experiences through her private home dinners, popup dinners, and cooking classes.

Get ready to unleash your inner boss as we hear from Dr. Erin Joy, a business psychologist with more than 30 years of entrepreneurial experience.

From cancer research to architecture to engineering, this week we featured women who led their respective fields to recognize Women's History Month.

At JEA, one woman is breaking barriers. Ashley Tallman is the only female apprentice in JEA’s Water Wastewater training programs as a Maintenance Mechanic Utility Installer Servicer (MMIUS).

Grace Under the Oaks is a therapy program that provides adaptive riding and Equine-Assisted Activities (EAA) to adults and children with cognitive and/or physical challenges.

Dressing for success means looking your best, especially if you’re a job applicant meeting a hiring manager for the first time. You want to look and sound presentable and professional.

It’s safe to say Donna Deegan has worn a lot of hats over the years. Local television broadcaster at First Coast News, a three-time breast cancer survivor, the founder of The DONNA Foundation, and now, the mayor of Jacksonville, becoming the first woman to hold the job in the city’s history.

In Clay County, a rare celebration unfolded Monday as family and friends gathered to wish Elizabeth Arneal Kart a happy 103rd birthday.

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.

Lois Talburt and her sister joined the WAVES during World War II after they lost their brother in the war. The decision changed the trajectory of Lois' life

As more and more men in the U.S. Navy deployed overseas during World War II, someone needed to fill traditionally male-dominated positions on the bases back home, like Naval Air Station Jacksonville. Enter the WAVES.

Thirty years after world leaders adopted a historic blueprint to achieve gender equality, a new United Nations report says women’s and girls’ rights are under attack and gender discrimination is deeply embedded in economies and societies.

Padrica Mendez, an opera singer and entertainer with deep roots in LaVilla, died on Feb. 26.

For over four decades Sisters JoAnn Persch, 90, and Pat Murphy, 95, have dedicated their lives to advocating for immigrant rights and the dignity of all people.

After remaining stagnant for three decades at just 5%, women’s sports media coverage has tripled since 2019 to 16% in 2022.

They’ve made it their mission to make sure no veteran is buried alone at the Jacksonville National Cemetery on the city’s Northside.

Dedication, heart and resilience make leaders shine in law enforcement. These qualities also highlight Commander Erika Weber’s remarkable career.

Essays and early short stories by “To Kill a Mockingbird” author Harper Lee will be published this fall.

Zoe Saldaña has earned her first Academy Award for best supporting actress.