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7-year-old boy seriously injured after drones fall from sky during Florida holiday show
Read full article: 7-year-old boy seriously injured after drones fall from sky during Florida holiday showThe Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into why several drones collided and fell from the sky during a holiday show over the weekend in downtown Orlando, Florida.
Political uncertainty swirls around Florida’s Senate seat following Lara Trump’s withdrawal, Gaetz statements
Read full article: Political uncertainty swirls around Florida’s Senate seat following Lara Trump’s withdrawal, Gaetz statementsWith Marco Rubio likely going into Trump's cabinet and DeSantis weighing his political future there's uncertainty for the future of the Senate seat and Governor's office. Over the weekend Lara Trump withdrew her name and Matt Gaetz indicated he might run for either office.
UF doctor vies to ‘be the person to answer’ pressing questions in fight to advance women’s health, reach global heights
Read full article: UF doctor vies to ‘be the person to answer’ pressing questions in fight to advance women’s health, reach global heightsDr. Ivana Parker recently received a $2.7 million grant from the National Institutes of Health that stretches over five years to allow her to further her BV research in hopes of finding a more effective solution and addressing concerns about known health disparities among different races.
AAA activates ‘Tow to Go’ program on Tuesday for year-end holidays
Read full article: AAA activates ‘Tow to Go’ program on Tuesday for year-end holidaysAAA will work to help stranded motorists while also keeping impaired drivers off the road this holiday season. Tuesday night, the Auto Club Group will activate its Tow to Go program in Florida and other select states.
House Ethics Committee accuses Gaetz of ‘regularly’ paying for sex, including with 17-year-old girl
Read full article: House Ethics Committee accuses Gaetz of ‘regularly’ paying for sex, including with 17-year-old girlThe House Ethics Committee on Monday accused Matt Gaetz of “regularly” paying for sex, including with a 17-year-old girl, and purchasing and using illicit drugs as a member of Congress.
It’s been 35 years since Jacksonville’s last major snow event. What do you remember?
Read full article: It’s been 35 years since Jacksonville’s last major snow event. What do you remember?The historic event resulted when arctic air pushed temperatures below freezing through Florida with ice accumulating down to Miami.
Jacksonville Beach community, News4JAX honor 2 sanitation workers with Positively JAX award
Read full article: Jacksonville Beach community, News4JAX honor 2 sanitation workers with Positively JAX awardJacksonville Beach, News4JAX and Closets By Design celebrated two local heroes Friday—CJ and Melvin—who were honored with the Positively JAX award for their exceptional dedication and kindness.
Surging Sunshine State: Florida’s population tops 23.3M, growing faster than almost any other state
Read full article: Surging Sunshine State: Florida’s population tops 23.3M, growing faster than almost any other stateFlorida’s growth reflected two key issues in the Census Bureau data: international migration and population increases in the South.
Florida Theatre ranks #1 most attended venue in the region in 2024, according to Pollstar
Read full article: Florida Theatre ranks #1 most attended venue in the region in 2024, according to PollstarThe Florida Theatre was named the #1 Most Attended Venue in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia, according to 2024 statistics released by Pollstar, a leading concert industry publication.
Would-be Trump assassin now charged with felony attempted murder in connection with crash that injured 6-year-old: AG
Read full article: Would-be Trump assassin now charged with felony attempted murder in connection with crash that injured 6-year-old: AGA release from the governor’s office indicated the news conference would be “on a matter of law and order” but did not offer specifics.
Home Grown: Mayport students living in food desert learn how to grow their own food
Read full article: Home Grown: Mayport students living in food desert learn how to grow their own foodBEAM, Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry, partnered with the school to transform an overgrow space on the school’s campus into a garden filled with vegetable boxes.
Former prison guard trainee is sentenced to death for killing 5 women at a Florida bank
Read full article: Former prison guard trainee is sentenced to death for killing 5 women at a Florida bankA former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida lawmakers file proposals to roll back gun control amid congressional bids
Read full article: Florida lawmakers file proposals to roll back gun control amid congressional bidsTwo Florida lawmakers, both campaigning for U.S. House seats, have recently filed bills aimed at rolling back gun control measures.
‘It’s life-changing’: Palatka family finally whole after discovering a son over 50 years after his birth
Read full article: ‘It’s life-changing’: Palatka family finally whole after discovering a son over 50 years after his birthA family in Putnam County is meeting their brother/son for the first time after going 52 years without knowing they existed.
Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter wins Heisman Trophy as college football's top player
Read full article: Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter wins Heisman Trophy as college football's top playerTwo-way star Travis Hunter of Colorado has won the Heisman Trophy, punctuating a tireless performance all season by a dynamic player with a unique combination of skills.
UF Board of Trustees unanimously approves LaVilla site for new high-tech grad school campus in Jacksonville
Read full article: UF Board of Trustees unanimously approves LaVilla site for new high-tech grad school campus in JacksonvilleThe University of Florida’s Florida Semiconductor Institute is coming to Jacksonville's LaVilla
Jacksonville director’s thriller based on Florida serial killer hits theaters
Read full article: Jacksonville director’s thriller based on Florida serial killer hits theatersA chilling true-crime thriller directed by Jacksonville’s own Warren Skeels makes its debut in theaters nationwide tonight, Friday the 13th.
UF Board of Trustees to vote on LaVilla site for new high-tech grad school campus in Jacksonville
Read full article: UF Board of Trustees to vote on LaVilla site for new high-tech grad school campus in JacksonvilleThe University of Florida’s Florida Semiconductor Institute is coming to Jacksonville's LaVilla
Good luck, Vikings! News4JAX sends messages of support to Raines High School ahead of state championship in Miami
Read full article: Good luck, Vikings! News4JAX sends messages of support to Raines High School ahead of state championship in MiamiGood luck, Vikings! All of Jacksonville is rooting for you to bring the championship trophy back home.
Florida has highest burglary rate this time of year, FBI data shows
Read full article: Florida has highest burglary rate this time of year, FBI data showsFlorida leads the nation with more than 88 reported burglaries per 100,000 people. That’s nearly four times the national average of 22.5 per 100,000.
FDOT unveils plans for next phase of First Coast Expressway construction in St. Johns County
Read full article: FDOT unveils plans for next phase of First Coast Expressway construction in St. Johns CountyThe Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has shared details about the next phase of the First Coast Expressway, a significant infrastructure project that will expand connectivity in Northern St. Johns County.
List🎄🎅: Here are the best Christmas light displays & events around Northeast Florida
Read full article: List🎄🎅: Here are the best Christmas light displays & events around Northeast FloridaAre you ready to get into the Christmas spirit? News4Jax has compiled a list of the best light displays and events around our area.
New Florida bill would nix controversial plans to bring golf courses, lodges to 9 state parks
Read full article: New Florida bill would nix controversial plans to bring golf courses, lodges to 9 state parksMonths after Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration introduced controversial plans to bring golf courses, resort-style lodges and pickleball courts to state parks, a Stuart lawmaker filed a measure to make such proposed changes off-limits.
Desantis as SecDef? Here are the implications the move could have for Florida’s political landscape, military
Read full article: Desantis as SecDef? Here are the implications the move could have for Florida’s political landscape, militaryPresident Donald Trump’s controversial pick to lead the Department of Defense, Pete Hegseth, is facing growing scrutiny over his past and qualifications.
14-year-old charged with shooting 19-year-old during gun deal last year in Marion County
Read full article: 14-year-old charged with shooting 19-year-old during gun deal last year in Marion CountyA 14-year-old boy has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting in Ocala last year.
Teachers, firefighters, officers till struggling to ‘live local’ in Northeast Florida
Read full article: Teachers, firefighters, officers till struggling to ‘live local’ in Northeast FloridaA new report from the Florida Policy Institute reveals Live Local Act might not be cutting it for some professions, like educators, firefighters and law enforcement officers.
Over $100,000 raised for woman who turned into rescue hero while saving child in Ponte Vedra Beach
Read full article: Over $100,000 raised for woman who turned into rescue hero while saving child in Ponte Vedra BeachA Brunswick woman is fighting for her life after being hurt while trying to save a child from drowning.
Orange Park man looking to ‘feel normal’ again seeks closure after hit-and-run crash on I-295
Read full article: Orange Park man looking to ‘feel normal’ again seeks closure after hit-and-run crash on I-295In the state of Florida, over 100,000 hit-and-run crashes happened just last year. And that was actually down 1% from 2022. Hit-and-run crashes in 2023 resulted in 271 fatalities and 871 serious bodily injuries, according to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
Channel 4 Toy Drive wraps with more than 2,500 toy donations, 125 bikes for Christmas party🎁
Read full article: Channel 4 Toy Drive wraps with more than 2,500 toy donations, 125 bikes for Christmas party🎁On Thursday, Dec. 5, Channel 4 will begin collecting new and unwrapped toys from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at WJXT Studios located at 4 Broadcast Place.
Freeze Warning, Freeze Watch in effect to start the week, possibly through Tuesday
Read full article: Freeze Warning, Freeze Watch in effect to start the week, possibly through TuesdayThe frigid temperatures that greeted residents of Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia to begin December will continue into the work week.
Florida state senators have started filing bills for 2025. Here are the new laws that could be coming
Read full article: Florida state senators have started filing bills for 2025. Here are the new laws that could be comingState senators are off to a quick start filing bills as they gear up for the 2025 legislative session, which begins March 4.
Debbie Mayfield’s attempt to return to Florida Senate highlights loophole in state’s term limits
Read full article: Debbie Mayfield’s attempt to return to Florida Senate highlights loophole in state’s term limitsFlorida Rep. Debbie Mayfield has announced her candidacy for Florida Senate District 19, a seat she previously held before reaching the state’s term limits.
Man beaten to death with his own golf clubs in apparent random attack on Florida golf course, police say
Read full article: Man beaten to death with his own golf clubs in apparent random attack on Florida golf course, police sayA Florida golfer has died after he was beaten with his own clubs and choked in what police believe was a random attack by a man whose family had just kicked him out of their home.
Here’s where you can buy, chop down a real Christmas tree in Northeast Florida
Read full article: Here’s where you can buy, chop down a real Christmas tree in Northeast FloridaThe day after Thanksgiving marks the start of a cherished tradition for many families: chopping down or buying a real Christmas tree.
Number of Floridians supplying drug cartels outside U.S. with guns on the rise, US Attorney says
Read full article: Number of Floridians supplying drug cartels outside U.S. with guns on the rise, US Attorney saysAs Mexican drug cartels persist in smuggling highly addictive and dangerous drugs into the United States, American citizens legally permitted to buy firearms are trafficking these weapons to the cartels.
Home Grown: The importance of testing your garden’s soil
Read full article: Home Grown: The importance of testing your garden’s soilDuring the last five weeks, we have been bringing you stories to show you how to grow your own vegetables at home and to provide more access to healthy food by giving you the tools to grow your own produce.
Get your cash! More than $256 million in unclaimed property held by the state is available in Northeast Florida
Read full article: Get your cash! More than $256 million in unclaimed property held by the state is available in Northeast FloridaYou may have money owed to you, but you don’t even know it! Now is your chance to claim it.