Bruce Hamilton: Responding with a sense of humor goes a long way in dealing with realities of cancer
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: Responding with a sense of humor goes a long way in dealing with realities of cancerNews4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton has learned that responding to things along his cancer journey with a sense of humor goes a long way in helping deal with life’s realities.
Voices of the 904 Ep. 6 - The rhythmic heartbeat at the center of Jacksonville’s street dance scene
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 6 - The rhythmic heartbeat at the center of Jacksonville’s street dance sceneOn this episode of “Voices of the 904,” Rochelle Underdue and Shirley Murray reflect on the 10-year journey of “In the Midst,” a Jacksonville dance platform rooted in hip-hop and street culture. The two discuss artistic expression, storytelling, and how the platform has evolved into a safe space that uplifts underground street dancers while building community, creativity, and visibility through movement.
Bruce Hamilton: Getting surprising PET scan results before visit to doctor
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: Getting surprising PET scan results before visit to doctorNews4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton finally got his PET scan results, and they confirmed where the cancer lies and how to go ahead with the battle.
‘This was a team effort’: Iowa veteran credits Jacksonville community with helping find service dog lost for 5 days
Read full article: ‘This was a team effort’: Iowa veteran credits Jacksonville community with helping find service dog lost for 5 daysMilitary veteran Scott Baker’s nightmare is over. His service dog Mal’i was found safe just after midnight Thursday after she was missing for five days in an unfamiliar Jacksonville neighborhood.
Military veteran from Iowa lost service dog after she was hit by truck in Jacksonville. He needs your help to find her
Read full article: Military veteran from Iowa lost service dog after she was hit by truck in Jacksonville. He needs your help to find herMilitary veteran Scott Baker is asking the community to help track down his lost service dog, Mal'i. She ran off after a hit-and-run on May 23 near the Cinemark on Atlantic Boulevard. Baker is from out of town, and Mal'i is likely injured and is not familiar with the area.
Passion 4 Pets: Redd needs a furever home
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets: Redd needs a furever homeRedd is a 12-year-old Labrador Retriever-terrier mix with a stunning red coat, a heart-melting smile, and plenty of love left to give. The charming senior dog is currently available for adoption at the Nassau Humane Society — and he’s hoping his next home is his last.
New tick-borne illness confirmed in dogs during peak season, veterinarians warn
Read full article: New tick-borne illness confirmed in dogs during peak season, veterinarians warnVeterinarians say peak tick season is underway, and researchers have confirmed a newly identified tick-borne illness that can make dogs seriously sick.
Memorial Day weekend travel expected to break record despite high gas prices, expensive airfares
Read full article: Memorial Day weekend travel expected to break record despite high gas prices, expensive airfaresBetween May 21 and May 25, more than 45 million Americans are expected to travel for Memorial Day weekend. That is the most since AAA started keeping count. But the difference in the number of people traveling this year compared to 2025 is less than 1%, which is the smallest increase in more than a decade.
Road rangers warn drivers about top 3 breakdown causes, Move Over Law ahead of Memorial Day travel
Read full article: Road rangers warn drivers about top 3 breakdown causes, Move Over Law ahead of Memorial Day travelWith Memorial Day weekend approaching and more drivers expected on the road, Florida road rangers are warning motorists about the three most common reasons drivers end up stranded.
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.
Need to save money on your grocery bill? These are the stores to shop at, Consumer Reports says
Read full article: Need to save money on your grocery bill? These are the stores to shop at, Consumer Reports saysIf your grocery bill feels more expensive every time you shop, Consumer Reports says where you buy your food may be making a bigger difference than you realize.
‘They’re not going to be robbing more people’: Two men charged after food truck robbery spree ends in shooting
Read full article: ‘They’re not going to be robbing more people’: Two men charged after food truck robbery spree ends in shootingTwo men are facing multiple charges, including armed robbery and attempted murder, after a string of attacks targeting food trucks and a restaurant in Jacksonville. A worker at one of the food trucks is speaking out after being held at gunpoint.
Jacksonville man arrested for string of armed robberies at food trucks and restaurant: JSO
Read full article: Jacksonville man arrested for string of armed robberies at food trucks and restaurant: JSOA Jacksonville man is facing a string of felony charges, after authorities say he and another man carried out a series of armed robberies targeting food trucks and a restaurant over three days in May.
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Bruce Hamilton: How a chat while waiting for a PET scan helped change another patient’s outlook
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: How a chat while waiting for a PET scan helped change another patient’s outlookAfter doing "battle" with the insurance company, News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton finally got approval to do a crucial PET scan. As he continues sharing his cancer journey, Bruce says It took some wrangling, but getting that scan was so important because of the crucial information it provides about his cancer.
Jumbo Shrimp bring back Honey Drippers Weekend with giveaways, themed nights and family fun
Read full article: Jumbo Shrimp bring back Honey Drippers Weekend with giveaways, themed nights and family funThe homestand is highlighted by the return of the popular Honey Drippers Weekend, along with themed nights, giveaways and special appreciation events throughout the week.
Bruce Hamilton: How to overcome anxiety, fear when cancer journey faces roadblocks
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: How to overcome anxiety, fear when cancer journey faces roadblocksAs I continue to share my cancer journey with you, I want to talk about how roadblocks might cause anxiety and fear but more importantly, ways to overcome that.
Help on the Home Front: News4JAX campaign for Military Appreciation Month with USO, Navy Federal Credit Union
Read full article: Help on the Home Front: News4JAX campaign for Military Appreciation Month with USO, Navy Federal Credit UnionNews4JAX is honoring Military Appreciation Month with Help on the Home Front, a community-driven campaign in partnership with the USO and presenting sponsor Navy Federal Credit Union.
Guy Harvey Resort St. Augustine Beach hosting career fair with seasonal, part-time job openings
Read full article: Guy Harvey Resort St. Augustine Beach hosting career fair with seasonal, part-time job openingsThe career fair will take place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, at the resort, located at 860 A1A Beach Blvd. in St. Augustine Beach.
Bruce Hamilton: Chemo caused me to become proactive & how I protect a medical device using a Publix bag
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: Chemo caused me to become proactive & how I protect a medical device using a Publix bagWhen you are fighting cancer, certain realities set in along the way. One is that there are side effects to chemo. While I didn’t experience the worst, I did have to grapple with one. It caused me to become – how do I put this - proactive.
Bruce Hamilton: My first day of chemo and the difficult conversation with my oncologist
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: My first day of chemo and the difficult conversation with my oncologistCertain realities settle in when you battle cancer. News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton continues to share his journey with you and takes you to his first day of chemo – a day the fight began in earnest.
Bruce Hamilton: My grandson’s resilience turned disappointment into positivity as I battle cancer
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: My grandson’s resilience turned disappointment into positivity as I battle cancerNews4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton continues documenting his cancer journey. He says his 7-year-old grandson turned a major disappointment for him into a heartwarming moment of positivity and support.
Bruce Hamilton: My fight took unexpected turn when insurer blocked test to pinpoint source of cancer
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: My fight took unexpected turn when insurer blocked test to pinpoint source of cancerNews4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton continues documenting his cancer journey, hoping to answer questions those of you battling cancer might have, and your loved ones as well.
His competitive swimming career may have ended, but his athleticism continues with 2nd IRONMAN triathlon
Read full article: His competitive swimming career may have ended, but his athleticism continues with 2nd IRONMAN triathlonA 21-year-old St. Johns County athlete is set to take on one of endurance sports’ most grueling challenges this weekend — 140.6 miles of swimming, biking and running at Ironman Jacksonville.
‘Fighting Cancer on My Terms’: News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton chronicles his fight against cancer
Read full article: ‘Fighting Cancer on My Terms’: News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton chronicles his fight against cancerAs many of you know, News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton has been battling cancer. And when he began this fight, he made it clear “that fight was on my terms.”
Voices of the 904 Ep. 5 - Behind his lens for Cr8Jax lies the reflection of community & connection
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 5 - Behind his lens for Cr8Jax lies the reflection of community & connectionOn "Voices of the 904," Toni Smailagić, founder of Cr8Jax, opens up about burnout, personal growth and how his evolving perspective on Jacksonville’s growth has reshaped his approach—while staying rooted in his core mission: connecting people and introducing the community to the city.
News4JAX hosts donation drive at Channel 4 to support Brantley County wildfire victims
Read full article: News4JAX hosts donation drive at Channel 4 to support Brantley County wildfire victimsNews4JAX is hosting a Positively JAX donation drive this Friday to support families impacted by the devastating wildfire in Brantley County, where dozens of homes were destroyed in recent weeks.
Egypt unveils a striking trove of ancient artifacts as the country tries to boost tourism industry
Read full article: Egypt unveils a striking trove of ancient artifacts as the country tries to boost tourism industryArchaeologists have unearthed ancient artifacts in Egypt including Pharaonic funerary furniture and a marble head of Greek goddess Aphrodite.
How do you make vampires fly effortlessly on Broadway? Strong wires, harnesses and lots of practice
Read full article: How do you make vampires fly effortlessly on Broadway? Strong wires, harnesses and lots of practiceChoreographers Lauren Yalango-Grant and Christopher “Cree” Grant have earned a Tony Award nomination for their work on "The Lost Boys."
Review: Might be better to stay at home for comedian Nate Bargatze’s turn as stay-at-home dad in ‘The Breadwinner’
Read full article: Review: Might be better to stay at home for comedian Nate Bargatze’s turn as stay-at-home dad in ‘The Breadwinner’Comedian Nate Bargatze's acting turn as a stay-at-home dad is helped by comedy cameos but lacks a cohesive story to connect the often disjointed scenes.