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Clay, Putnam wildfires merge into ‘unpredictable’ 4K-acre Railroad Fire: Here’s what you need to know
Read full article: Clay, Putnam wildfires merge into ‘unpredictable’ 4K-acre Railroad Fire: Here’s what you need to knowThe massive Railroad Fire burning near the Clay–Putnam County line continues to grow—now spanning around 3,000 acres and only about 10% contained.
From the Vault: Remembering the 1998 Florida wildfires as fire threat returns
Read full article: From the Vault: Remembering the 1998 Florida wildfires as fire threat returnsIf you lived in Florida in the late 90s, you might remember when the state saw devastating fires that burned 500,000 acres across Florida.
Railroad Fire grows to 3,000 acres, draws response from Florida National Guard
Read full article: Railroad Fire grows to 3,000 acres, draws response from Florida National GuardTwo wildfires burning in North Florida merged Saturday into a single blaze now known as the Railroad Fire, prompting evacuations, road closures and railway suspensions across Clay and Putnam counties.
Clay County couple sentenced to prison time for faking nursing credentials in elderly care case
Read full article: Clay County couple sentenced to prison time for faking nursing credentials in elderly care caseA Clay County couple has been sentenced after deputies say a woman helped her fiancé pose as a nurse who oversaw the care of an elderly man who died.
St. Johns County issues burn ban amid extreme drought, elevated wildfire risk
Read full article: St. Johns County issues burn ban amid extreme drought, elevated wildfire riskSt. Johns County has issued a countywide burn ban effective immediately through April 27, 2026, due to extreme drought conditions and elevated wildfire risk across Northeast Florida.
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Anonymous text campaign targeting Jacksonville leaders escalates, reaches News4JAX anchor
Read full article: Anonymous text campaign targeting Jacksonville leaders escalates, reaches News4JAX anchorA series of anonymous text messages criticizing prominent Jacksonville leaders has escalated, with the sender now directly contacting News4JAX Anchor/Reporter Tarik Minor.
Decades of missed inspections left a Jacksonville halfway house facing costly repairs. The community rallied to save it
Read full article: Decades of missed inspections left a Jacksonville halfway house facing costly repairs. The community rallied to save itA News4JAX I-TEAM investigation into a decades-long oversight at a local recovery program has prompted a wave of community support, helping keep the organization afloat as it works to meet costly safety requirements.
FBI Jacksonville issues warning about scammers impersonating agents through text messages
Read full article: FBI Jacksonville issues warning about scammers impersonating agents through text messagesThe FBI Jacksonville Field Office is warning the public about a growing scheme in which scammers impersonate law enforcement and government officials — including FBI Special Agents — in attempts to extort money or steal personal information.
News4JAX asked for public records related to council president’s JEA subpoena. Council said it would cost us nearly $4K
Read full article: News4JAX asked for public records related to council president’s JEA subpoena. Council said it would cost us nearly $4KA News4JAX request for public records stemming from the ongoing controversy surrounding JEA triggered a cost estimate from the city of Jacksonville for nearly $4,000.
St. Johns County issues burn ban amid extreme drought, elevated wildfire risk
Read full article: St. Johns County issues burn ban amid extreme drought, elevated wildfire riskSt. Johns County has issued a countywide burn ban effective immediately through April 27, 2026, due to extreme drought conditions and elevated wildfire risk across Northeast Florida.
Preventing loss from ‘Pop-Up Scams’ with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office
Read full article: Preventing loss from ‘Pop-Up Scams’ with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s OfficeThere is a scam circulating right now in St. Johns County trying to trick people who think there is something wrong with their computer.
St. Johns County buys 33 acres of land near fairgrounds for future project
Read full article: St. Johns County buys 33 acres of land near fairgrounds for future projectSt. Johns County has purchased 32.9 acres from the Sykes Family Limited Partnership for a future regional park intended to serve residents in the southern part of the county.
All lanes reopened on I-95 South near MM 329 after multi-vehicle crash
Read full article: All lanes reopened on I-95 South near MM 329 after multi-vehicle crashThe St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office is on the scene of a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 95 South near MM 329 that has blocked four lanes.
Fruit Cove residents pack meeting to voice concerns over opposed Daily’s gas station development
Read full article: Fruit Cove residents pack meeting to voice concerns over opposed Daily’s gas station developmentFruit Cove Estates residents in St. Johns County will continue their fight against a proposed Daily’s gas station adjacent to their neighborhood on Tuesday by rallying at a community meeting being held to discuss the development.
White Castle location planned for St. Augustine, first in Northeast Florida
Read full article: White Castle location planned for St. Augustine, first in Northeast FloridaFast-food slider chain White Castle plans to enter the Northeast Florida market with a proposed location in St. Augustine, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.
Georgia Power shares reminders to dig safely & ‘Plant the Right Tree in the Right Place’ this Spring
Read full article: Georgia Power shares reminders to dig safely & ‘Plant the Right Tree in the Right Place’ this SpringGeorgia Power is reminding customers to call 811 before digging and to follow “right tree, right place” guidelines to improve energy efficiency and protect underground utilities during National Safe Digging Month this April.
Glynn County Police ask for community’s help in investigation after victim of assault last week dies
Read full article: Glynn County Police ask for community’s help in investigation after victim of assault last week diesA 72-year-old man injured in an assault on March 24 in Glynn County has died nearly a week later, police announced Monday.
Midnight train from Georgia: A view of America from the tracks as airports struggle in the shutdown
Read full article: Midnight train from Georgia: A view of America from the tracks as airports struggle in the shutdownLong security lines at airports are driving people crazy as Congress and President Donald Trump try to work out a budget stalemate.
Closing some US airports due to TSA staffing would have big consequences, experts say
Read full article: Closing some US airports due to TSA staffing would have big consequences, experts sayProblems at U.S. airports could worsen beyond hours-long security lines and missed flights if Congress does not agree on a way to pay Transportation Security Administration officers.
Clay, Putnam wildfires merge into ‘unpredictable’ 4K-acre Railroad Fire: Here’s what you need to know
Read full article: Clay, Putnam wildfires merge into ‘unpredictable’ 4K-acre Railroad Fire: Here’s what you need to knowThe massive Railroad Fire burning near the Clay–Putnam County line continues to grow—now spanning around 3,000 acres and only about 10% contained.
Railroad Fire grows to 3,000 acres, draws response from Florida National Guard
Read full article: Railroad Fire grows to 3,000 acres, draws response from Florida National GuardTwo wildfires burning in North Florida merged Saturday into a single blaze now known as the Railroad Fire, prompting evacuations, road closures and railway suspensions across Clay and Putnam counties.
Clay County couple sentenced to prison time for faking nursing credentials in elderly care case
Read full article: Clay County couple sentenced to prison time for faking nursing credentials in elderly care caseA Clay County couple has been sentenced after deputies say a woman helped her fiancé pose as a nurse who oversaw the care of an elderly man who died.
‘Evacuate as soon as possible’: Putnam County officials urge some Bostwick residents to get out of wildfire’s path
Read full article: ‘Evacuate as soon as possible’: Putnam County officials urge some Bostwick residents to get out of wildfire’s pathThe Railroad Fire in northern Putnam County, north of Bostwick and east of US 17, is prompting evacuation orders from Putnam County Emergency Management.
Clay County deputies find 2 dead in Fleming Island apartment in possible murder-suicide
Read full article: Clay County deputies find 2 dead in Fleming Island apartment in possible murder-suicideClay County deputies responding to a welfare check discovered two people dead inside a Fleming Island apartment Saturday, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Wildfires near Clay-Putnam County line merge into 3K-acre blaze amid dry, windy conditions, officials say
Read full article: Wildfires near Clay-Putnam County line merge into 3K-acre blaze amid dry, windy conditions, officials sayTwo fast-moving brush fires burning near the Clay–Putnam County line are growing into a single large fire burning more than 3,000 acres, threatening structures and forcing voluntary evacuations, according to Florida Forestry Service spokesperson Dr. Ludie Bond.
‘It’s just what we do in a small town’: Hilliard feeds firefighters fighting Nassau County wildfire
Read full article: ‘It’s just what we do in a small town’: Hilliard feeds firefighters fighting Nassau County wildfireThe community stepped up for firefighters battling the Conner-Nelson Fire in Nassau County.
Firefighters battling 400-acre brush fire in Nassau County, road closures in effect
Read full article: Firefighters battling 400-acre brush fire in Nassau County, road closures in effectTwo brush fires are burning in Nassau County, prompting road closures and drawing a response from multiple agencies.
Nassau County overpass reopens after I-95 crash leaves 3 injured, sends vehicle falling onto interstate
Read full article: Nassau County overpass reopens after I-95 crash leaves 3 injured, sends vehicle falling onto interstateAn overpass in Yulee has reopened after being damaged by a crash that happened Sunday morning.
Tallahassee woman killed in Baker County crash on I-10, FHP says
Read full article: Tallahassee woman killed in Baker County crash on I-10, FHP saysA Tallahassee woman died early Sunday after losing control of her vehicle on Interstate 10 in Baker County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Clay, Putnam wildfires merge into ‘unpredictable’ 4K-acre Railroad Fire: Here’s what you need to know
Read full article: Clay, Putnam wildfires merge into ‘unpredictable’ 4K-acre Railroad Fire: Here’s what you need to knowThe massive Railroad Fire burning near the Clay–Putnam County line continues to grow—now spanning around 3,000 acres and only about 10% contained.
Railroad Fire grows to 3,000 acres, draws response from Florida National Guard
Read full article: Railroad Fire grows to 3,000 acres, draws response from Florida National GuardTwo wildfires burning in North Florida merged Saturday into a single blaze now known as the Railroad Fire, prompting evacuations, road closures and railway suspensions across Clay and Putnam counties.
‘Evacuate as soon as possible’: Putnam County officials urge some Bostwick residents to get out of wildfire’s path
Read full article: ‘Evacuate as soon as possible’: Putnam County officials urge some Bostwick residents to get out of wildfire’s pathThe Railroad Fire in northern Putnam County, north of Bostwick and east of US 17, is prompting evacuation orders from Putnam County Emergency Management.
Flagler County mom demands answers after Xbox threat case dismissed, says family is still shaken up
Read full article: Flagler County mom demands answers after Xbox threat case dismissed, says family is still shaken upA Palm Coast mother says her family remains traumatized after her son received violent Xbox threats, and she is demanding answers after court records show the case was dismissed following a years-long investigation.
Flagler County fugitive arrested after she was accused of selling multiple properties that she didn’t own
Read full article: Flagler County fugitive arrested after she was accused of selling multiple properties that she didn’t ownA 63-year-old Florida woman was arrested Tuesday on a Flagler County fugitive warrant after a two-year investigation into the alleged fraudulent sale of multiple properties, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office said.
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Backward driver arrested after bizarre joy ride, Flagler County deputies say
Read full article: CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Backward driver arrested after bizarre joy ride, Flagler County deputies sayA Palm Coast man was arrested after deputies say he drove a sedan backward on State Road 100, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office said.
Columbia County sheriff urges community leaders to ‘denounce violence’ after large Easter party at Annie Mattox Park
Read full article: Columbia County sheriff urges community leaders to ‘denounce violence’ after large Easter party at Annie Mattox ParkThe Columbia County sheriff in an open letter on Tuesday, urged civilian community leaders to join law enforcement in denouncing violence after a large, unlawful Easter Sunday gathering at Annie Mattox Park that he said posed significant risks to the surrounding neighborhood.
Sargent Fire Update: Containment holds at 50% as smoke, overnight road closures continue
Read full article: Sargent Fire Update: Containment holds at 50% as smoke, overnight road closures continueSmoke and fog keep overnight closures in place on Hwy 94/State Road 2 as crews reinforce containment lines and mop up hot spots.
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‘Evacuate as soon as possible’: Putnam County officials urge some Bostwick residents to get out of wildfire’s path
Read full article: ‘Evacuate as soon as possible’: Putnam County officials urge some Bostwick residents to get out of wildfire’s pathThe Railroad Fire in northern Putnam County, north of Bostwick and east of US 17, is prompting evacuation orders from Putnam County Emergency Management.
Anonymous text campaign targeting Jacksonville leaders escalates, reaches News4JAX anchor
Read full article: Anonymous text campaign targeting Jacksonville leaders escalates, reaches News4JAX anchorA series of anonymous text messages criticizing prominent Jacksonville leaders has escalated, with the sender now directly contacting News4JAX Anchor/Reporter Tarik Minor.
Decades of missed inspections left a Jacksonville halfway house facing costly repairs. The community rallied to save it
Read full article: Decades of missed inspections left a Jacksonville halfway house facing costly repairs. The community rallied to save itA News4JAX I-TEAM investigation into a decades-long oversight at a local recovery program has prompted a wave of community support, helping keep the organization afloat as it works to meet costly safety requirements.
Alachua County declares state of emergency as wildfires burn near Gainesville
Read full article: Alachua County declares state of emergency as wildfires burn near GainesvilleAlachua County declared a local state of emergency as multiple wildfires burned near Gainesville, forcing road closures and neighborhood evacuations while officials warned that dangerous drought conditions could persist for weeks.
Clay County deputies find 2 dead in Fleming Island apartment in possible murder-suicide
Read full article: Clay County deputies find 2 dead in Fleming Island apartment in possible murder-suicideClay County deputies responding to a welfare check discovered two people dead inside a Fleming Island apartment Saturday, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Wildfires leave Amtrak passengers stranded overnight, effectively shut down train travel in and out of Florida
Read full article: Wildfires leave Amtrak passengers stranded overnight, effectively shut down train travel in and out of FloridaTwo wildfires raging near the Clay-Putnam County lines that are expected to merge into one massive 3,000-acre blaze have effectively shut down all Amtrak traffic in and out of Florida.
Examining the warning signs of domestic violence with Hubbard House
Read full article: Examining the warning signs of domestic violence with Hubbard HouseAdvocates say recent high-profile cases of domestic violence are a reminder: domestic violence doesn’t always look the same—but the warning signs are often there.
Preventing loss from ‘Pop-Up Scams’ with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office
Read full article: Preventing loss from ‘Pop-Up Scams’ with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s OfficeThere is a scam circulating right now in St. Johns County trying to trick people who think there is something wrong with their computer.
Starting today, Southwest Airlines has new restrictions on how many rechargeable devices are allowed on planes
Read full article: Starting today, Southwest Airlines has new restrictions on how many rechargeable devices are allowed on planesSouthwest Airlines has started a new rule: it will only allow passengers to carry one portable charger on its planes and passengers won’t be allowed to put the charger in the overhead bin or in their checked luggage.
FBI Jacksonville issues warning about scammers impersonating agents through text messages
Read full article: FBI Jacksonville issues warning about scammers impersonating agents through text messagesThe FBI Jacksonville Field Office is warning the public about a growing scheme in which scammers impersonate law enforcement and government officials — including FBI Special Agents — in attempts to extort money or steal personal information.
News4JAX asked for public records related to council president’s JEA subpoena. Council said it would cost us nearly $4K
Read full article: News4JAX asked for public records related to council president’s JEA subpoena. Council said it would cost us nearly $4KA News4JAX request for public records stemming from the ongoing controversy surrounding JEA triggered a cost estimate from the city of Jacksonville for nearly $4,000.
Navy veteran trains next generation of leaders through Clay County youth program
Read full article: Navy veteran trains next generation of leaders through Clay County youth programA Clay County youth program is earning national recognition for preparing young people to become disciplined leaders and engaged citizens — all while serving the Jacksonville community.
Mother demands safety changes after she says teen son was jumped, robbed at Westside Jacksonville park
Read full article: Mother demands safety changes after she says teen son was jumped, robbed at Westside Jacksonville parkA Jacksonville mother is calling for increased safety measures at a Westside park after she says her teenage son was violently attacked by a group of strangers.
From Raines to Reel Life: How this creative is blazing a trail in the entertainment industry
Read full article: From Raines to Reel Life: How this creative is blazing a trail in the entertainment industryWhen discussing Raines High School alumni, you typically hear about the athletes who have had professional careers, but this creative is blazing her own trail while representing Jacksonville in the entertainment industry.
Wildfires near Clay-Putnam County line merge into 3K-acre blaze amid dry, windy conditions, officials say
Read full article: Wildfires near Clay-Putnam County line merge into 3K-acre blaze amid dry, windy conditions, officials sayTwo fast-moving brush fires burning near the Clay–Putnam County line are growing into a single large fire burning more than 3,000 acres, threatening structures and forcing voluntary evacuations, according to Florida Forestry Service spokesperson Dr. Ludie Bond.
Red Flag Warning: low humidity, gusty winds, increase fire threats throughout northeast Florida, southeast Georgia
Read full article: Red Flag Warning: low humidity, gusty winds, increase fire threats throughout northeast Florida, southeast GeorgiaWith no rain in the near future, gusty winds, and warm temperatures, fire threats remain critical.
Fire Weather Watch issued as drought worsens across our area
Read full article: Fire Weather Watch issued as drought worsens across our areaA front will move across our area late tonight through Monday. However, the rain associated with the front will generally fall apart. While an isolated shower will be possible, most spots will stay dry.
Large wildfires near Clay-Putnam County line burning miles apart, voluntary evacuations underway
Read full article: Large wildfires near Clay-Putnam County line burning miles apart, voluntary evacuations underwayState and local fire crews are battling two fast-spreading wildfires just a few miles apart from each other near the Clay-Putnam County line, threatening structures and prompting voluntary evacuations.
Rush tribute band bringing full concert experience to Jacksonville’s Florida Theatre
Read full article: Rush tribute band bringing full concert experience to Jacksonville’s Florida TheatreFans of Rush will have a chance to relive the band’s iconic sound when The Rush Tribute Project takes the stage at the Florida Theatre this week.
Tallahassee woman killed in Baker County crash on I-10, FHP says
Read full article: Tallahassee woman killed in Baker County crash on I-10, FHP saysA Tallahassee woman died early Sunday after losing control of her vehicle on Interstate 10 in Baker County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Breezy winds, low humidity fuel wildfire threat across southeast Georgia, northeast Florida
Read full article: Breezy winds, low humidity fuel wildfire threat across southeast Georgia, northeast FloridaA cold front is pushing through our area today, approaching from the northwest. Northwesterly winds are expected to range from 15-20 mph, with gusts reaching 25-30 mph.
‘It’s just what we do in a small town’: Hilliard feeds firefighters fighting Nassau County wildfire
Read full article: ‘It’s just what we do in a small town’: Hilliard feeds firefighters fighting Nassau County wildfireThe community stepped up for firefighters battling the Conner-Nelson Fire in Nassau County.
Fire Weather Watch issued amid extreme drought conditions
Read full article: Fire Weather Watch issued amid extreme drought conditionsTemperatures will remain well above normal as we head through the rest of the weekend with highs in the 80s and 90s. The fire weather threat will remain elevated in part due to the dry ground, low humidity and a breeze. Exercise extreme caution if you will be outdoors and make sure to follow any burn ban in place.
Dangerous near-record heat, dry air, and windy conditions combine to increase fire hazards through the weekend
Read full article: Dangerous near-record heat, dry air, and windy conditions combine to increase fire hazards through the weekendOverall, rain chances remain low this weekend; thus, the Fire Weather Watch is extended through 9 p.m. on Monday.
‘We love you CPJ’: Community honors life of former NFL player Chris Payton-Jones who died in Gainesville crash
Read full article: ‘We love you CPJ’: Community honors life of former NFL player Chris Payton-Jones who died in Gainesville crashThe Jacksonville community came together Friday night to mourn the loss and honor the legacy of Chris Payton-Jones, a former Sandalwood High School football standout and professional football player, who was killed in a crash in Gainesville last Saturday.
Florida bill would expand vaccine exemptions for K-12 students
Read full article: Florida bill would expand vaccine exemptions for K-12 studentsA bill headed to Florida's special session would give parents more options when it comes to required school vaccines. Senator Clay Yarborough plans to file legislation that would expand exemptions to include personal reasons, among other provisions.
Shanna Gardner’s defense moves to suppress wiretap evidence in Jared Bridegan murder case
Read full article: Shanna Gardner’s defense moves to suppress wiretap evidence in Jared Bridegan murder caseAttorneys for Shanna Gardner are asking a Duval County judge to throw out evidence gathered from wiretaps placed on her cellphone, Apple Watch and her sister’s cellphone — arguing law enforcement lacked the legal basis to intercept the communications in the first place.
Firefighters battling 400-acre brush fire in Nassau County, road closures in effect
Read full article: Firefighters battling 400-acre brush fire in Nassau County, road closures in effectTwo brush fires are burning in Nassau County, prompting road closures and drawing a response from multiple agencies.
Putnam County wildfire grows to 30 acres, six structures threatened in Bostwick
Read full article: Putnam County wildfire grows to 30 acres, six structures threatened in BostwickA fast-moving wildfire in Bostwick is threatening six structures as crews from multiple agencies work to contain the flames, according to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office.
GOP claims mayor broke the law with re-election video; Deegan rep says ‘everything was done by the book’
Read full article: GOP claims mayor broke the law with re-election video; Deegan rep says ‘everything was done by the book’The Republican Party of Florida on Friday announced that it is filing a formal complaint with the Florida Elections Commission against Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan’s re-election campaign.
