Jacksonville 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.

Jacksonville Beach City Council approved a plan Monday to expand sidewalk dining permits for restaurants.

A major project that could impact every resident and visitor who steps foot on the sandy shores of Jacksonville Beach is on the city council agenda for Monday night.

The new restaurant will be located in the former home of T-Dub’s in the same building as A+B Kitchen, Homespun Kitchen and Ragtime Tavern.

A St. Johns County gas resident won a $1 million prize from the 500X The Cash Scratch-Off game.

The Blue Angels will soar over the skies of Jacksonville Beach in 2025 after all when they return for the free Sea & Sky Air Show on Saturday, Oct. 25, and Sunday, Oct. 26.

Could visions of highs in the 80s be in the forecast for Jacksonville this Christmas? It’s happened before, but don’t bank on it this year.

Inside 800 pages of reports from prosecutors obtained by News4JAX on Tuesday lie new details in the Jared Bridegan murder investigation.

There are four steps you should follow to prevent worms and insects from taking over your vegetable garden without having to use harmful chemicals.

The man chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $640,000.00.

Deck the Chairs at Jacksonville Beach is back and will light for the public Wednesday, Nov. 27.

The Jacksonville Jaguars are enduring a tough season, and the ripple effects are being felt beyond the football field.

It may seem counterintuitive, but you will need to sacrifice some of the new growth to make room for your vegetables to thrive.

A woman was sentenced to 35 years in prison after a fatal shooting at Jacksonville Beach on Sept. 24, 2023.

The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) Jacksonville wants to honor and remember those affected by pancreatic cancer and increase awareness of the deadliness of the disease.

Jacksonville Beach officials rolled out a survey Wednesday asking for the community’s input on the Urban Trail Project, a plan to add and widen sidewalks to make it safer for people to bike, walk, skate or run.

We’ve partnered with BEAM’s garden manager to show you how to build a garden bed or box, the soil and fertilizer to use, best practices when planting your veggies, and now we’re showing you the best techniques to use to make sure it gets enough water.

Saturday was the second day of the Super Girl Surf Pro competition in Jacksonville Beach.

The Super Girl Surf Pro competition returned to the beach as surfers hit the waves on Friday.

Officer Brad McNew’s memorial mass took place at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on Old St. Augustine Road in Jacksonville. The mass was followed by a procession to Hardage-Giddens Oaklawn Cemetery where there was a a 21-gun salute, a flyover, and other tributes.

Many voters woke Wednesday to the news that Donald Trump would be headed back to the White House, this time as the nation’s 47th president.

Results for Duval County races, including Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, and Atlantic Beach

We want to help you save money at the grocery store by learning to grow your own vegetables and provide more access to healthy food for neighborhoods located in food deserts.

The final push to Election Day is bringing many voters out, including Mayor Donna Deegan.

Are you a single mother struggling to provide for your kids because the job you have doesn’t pay you enough to cover the cost of childcare? You are not alone.

Whether you’re tailgating at the Bank, at your place or with friends -- you want to show your team spirit for the annual Georgia-Florida rivalry.

Monday morning, we began a new series on The Morning Show called “Home Grown.” Why? We recognize buying fresh produce is not only expensive, but it’s also difficult if you live in a neighborhood that doesn’t have easy access to a grocery store.

“Red Bull Foam Wreckers” – an event series from the mind of “freesurfer” Jamie O’Brien, produced by Red Bull and Catch Surf – is a participatory surfing event series where only foam (soft-top) surfboards are allowed, and it’s coming to Jacksonville Beach on Saturday, October 26th!

The regional theme park company Adventure Landing, which owns a water park in Jacksonville Beach, has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor for violating child labor laws.

News4JAX reporter Anne Maxwell spoke with two people who witnessed the scene after a ferry dock gangway collapsed at Sapelo Island and rushed in to help.

Several Northeast Florida organizations wrapped up a pet adoption event on Sunday. Dozens of pets found new homes in Jacksonville Beach for the Whiskers and Waves event.

A high-pressure system, along with a Nor Easter, is sitting on top of Florida, creating extreme hazards, high surf, and strong currents along the Florida coastlines. For that reason, Jacksonville Beach Ocean Rescue is urging beachgoers not to swim in the ocean this weekend due to the strong currents and high winds.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is partnering with three local shelters for a free pet adoption event and festival at the Seawalk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach this weekend.

The Jacksonville Beach Ocean Rescue Division urged beachgoers to stay out of the water amid dangerous ocean conditions that will persist throughout the weekend.

Parts of Northeast Florida are still dealing with Hurricane Milton’s impacts several days later.

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Now that Hurricane Milton is over, it’s time to go outside.

Jacksonville Beach was feeling the effects of Hurricane Milton Wednesday night and Thursday morning as the powerful storm thrashed its way across Florida.

For those who are tracking Hurricane Milton and would like to see the storm from multiple points of view throughout the state, News4Jax has compiled several live web cameras across Florida.

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan stated during Tuesday’s afternoon briefing that orange-colored, tube-like devices known as Tiger Dams will be utilized for the first time in the city’s history to help mitigate the flooding impacts expected from Hurricane Milton.

Studio Sage Salon and Head Spa in Jacksonville Beach offers a unique blend of beauty and wellness with their expert hair services and Japanese-inspired head spa treatments.

Angie's Subs owner Ed Malin had one day to collect as much as possible, saying he would be leaving Wednesday morning with four other trucks pulling trailers to head to an area outside Asheville.

Owners Rebecca and Adrian Gonzalez said when they moved to Jacksonville in 2015, they were missing their family -- and the food they were used to. That seed became 1928 Cuban Bistro, now with six locations around north Florida.

A man was injured after he was shot in the leg while attempting to help his partner who was being assaulted by her ex-boyfriend in Jacksonville Beach Sunday morning, police said.

News4JAX was speaking with Ocean Rescue Lifeguards about the dangers of rip currents and witnessed a rescue happen on Monday.

Officials have moved to search and recovery for a missing 15-year-old male at Jacksonville Beach last seen in the ocean on Saturday.

Officials have moved to search and recovery for a missing 15-year-old male at Jacksonville Beach last seen in the ocean on Saturday.

In addition to voting for mayor and three council members, Jacksonville Beach voters face decisions on two referendums in the 2024 general election. Both referendums deal with amendments to the city charter.

Hundreds of runners hit Jacksonville Beach to honor the heroes of 9/11. Travis Manion Foundation hosted the annual run. It was one of 14 runs on Saturday happening around the country.

Florida Fin Fest happening at the Seawalk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach on September 13th and 14th is heading into its 4th year! Free to attend, the festival highlight Ocean Education, Conservation and Music with national headliners such as St. Paul & The Broken Bones, Flipturn and many more.  www.finfest.com

Matt Smith from Sports Mania at Jacksonville Beach and a host of models joined The Morning Show team to showcase the latest in Jags gear.

After being sold at auction, the Salt Life apparel business is expected to have new owners. A bankruptcy judge will take a look at the deal in a hearing Thursday afternoon.

Salt Jax Beach hosted a farewell party as the bar is closing after 13 years on Sunday.

The 2024 Florida Fin Fest will return to the Seawalk Pavillion in Jacksonville Beach next weekend with plenty of opportunities to learn about ocean conservation and of course, lots of music.

Sisters of the Sea is a women’s surfing group that has been together since 1997. The Jacksonville Beach based non-profit meets on the first Sunday of each month to clean up the beach and hit the waves.

Jacksonville Beach city elections are held every two years, with elected officials seeking staggered four-year terms. In 2024, voters will choose the mayor and three council members, all four of whom are elected at-large by all Jacksonville Beach voters. The elections are non-partisan.

The head of Jacksonville’s Office of Sports and Entertainment said he’s working to fill the holes in the city’s events calendars after losing out on three sizeable local events, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.

The owners of the Kamiya 86 restaurants in Ponte Vedra Beach and Jacksonville Beach have been charged with harboring undocumented workers for commercial advantage and private financial gain.

Kamiya 86 in Jacksonville Beach and the restaurant’s other location in Ponte Vedra Beach were raided Wednesday morning as part of a federal investigation.

Florida Fin Fest happening at the Seawalk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach on September 13th and 14th is heading into its 4th year! Free to attend, the festival highlight Ocean Education, Conservation and Music with national headliners such as St. Paul & The Broken Bones, Flipturn and many more.  www.finfest.com

Residents at Portside at the Beaches, a manufactured home community, are fighting against a lot rent increase

Thousands of anglers hit the waters Friday for their only opportunity to fish for Atlantic red snapper this year.

On Friday, 60 to 80 boater participants will take part in a one-day tournament to mark the Atlantic red snapper season.

Ascension St. Vincent’s will provide free physical exams for children aged 4 to 18 years old at the end of July in Jacksonville Beach.

The mother of a 21-year-old man fatally shot in one of three Jacksonville Beach shootings on St. Patrick’s Day wanted answers in her son’s death.

The recent hot temperatures have increased attendance at Adventure Landing as visitors try to beat the heat.

It was a busy Friday at Jacksonville Beach as people soaked up the sun after the Fourth of July festivities, and with more people in the water, the higher the chances of a shark bite, according to experts.

Firework shows across Northeast Florida lit up the skies for Independence Day.

The city of Jacksonville and groups like Keep Jacksonville Beautiful and Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol work together to clean up the beaches after the Fourth of July holiday every year.

Jacksonville Beach Ocean Rescue is taking extra steps to ensure people stay safe on the Fourth of July holiday and through the weekend.

Jacksonville Beach will not host the fan-fave Sky and Air Show in 2025, according to Mayor Chris Hoffman.

As tens of thousands of beachgoers are expected to come to Jacksonville Beach for Fourth of July holiday celebrations, more officers and safety workers will be on hand to ensure everyone’s safety.

The Fourth of July is a time for celebration, fun, and fireworks for most people, but for one mother, it’s one more holiday spent without her baby boy.

Max Ervanian, a training and operations officer with Ocean Rescue, said there are three things you need to do before you leave the house to better ensure your safety on the sand and in the water.

Study finds between now and 2050, climate change–driven sea level rise will expose more than 1,600 critical U.S. buildings and services to disruptive flooding at least twice per year

A man was shot and killed early Saturday in Jacksonville Beach, according to the Jacksonville Beach Police Department.

A man was shot and killed early Saturday in Jacksonville Beach, according to the Jacksonville Beach Police Department.

The National Weather Service says there will be a high rip current risk Wednesday and Thursday for all beaches in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.

Q: Jacksonville Today reader Jennifer S. wants to know when Jacksonville Beach will finally do something about an empty lot that she considers a eyesore.

A concerned family member, Jacksonville police and dispatchers are being praised for the roles they played in keeping a mother and her four children safe.

Beach Bowl is gearing up to let community members hit the new and improved lanes of the renovated venue on June 17.

Sun Child, a dreamy folk band hailing from Jacksonville Beach, Florida, has blossomed from a solo project into an incandescent ensemble. Originally the brainchild of Brooke Garwood, the band's evolution is marked by the release of their new single, "Ghost," which signifies a new chapter for the group. In exciting news for fans, Sun Child has announced an upcoming tour, bringing their ethereal melodies and harmonious performances to a wider audience. This tour promises to be a significant milestone in their journey, further establishing Sun Child as a noteworthy presence in the folk music scene.

News4JAX received photos Wednesday morning of strange parts of a sea creature spread across Jacksonville Beach. FFWCC confirmed they're from a leatherback sea turtle

Forever Vets Animal Hospitals in Florida are full-service veterinary facilities completely dedicated to the well-being of both you and your pet. We are proud to serve the Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, St. Augustine, St. Johns, Nocatee, and Orlando markets to provide a mixture of exceptional customer service and top-notch pet hospital care.

The first weekend of the summer kicked off, and hundreds of people visited the beaches as the beach renourishment project continues in Jacksonville Beach.

A 12-year-old was among 15 arrests made by the Jacksonville Beach Police Department over a busy Memorial Day Weekend.

Thousands of locals and tourists went to Jacksonville Beach to celebrate Memorial Day, and police were out in full force to ensure beachgoers stayed safe.

What you should know before setting foot in the water

More than 400 runners hit the sand at Jacksonville Beach Saturday morning for the second annual “Kindness Matters 5K and Fun Run”.

Armed with just an iPad, no formal art degree or training, and a health condition that makes it difficult for him to drive, Sandro Young hustled and self-taught his way into the highly competitive world of graphic design.

Over 100 Jacksonville Beach residents attended Monday’s meeting at Fletcher High School as Mayor Donna Deegan, Jaguars President Mark Lamping and the city’s negotiator Mike Weinstein discussed the stadium renovations.

The goal is to address erosion caused by tropical storms Ian and Nicole.

Why does it happen? Is it safe? Are there any plans to fix the issue?

About 1,500 people helped raise money for brain cancer and tumor research Saturday morning by running or walking in the Waves of Gray 5K in Jacksonville Beach.

The Waves of Gray 5K for brain cancer awareness in Jacksonville Beach is only a week away, and the deadline to sign up online is coming up soon.

A judge was expected to rule Thursday on whether the State Attorney’s Office should be disqualified from prosecuting the couple accused of conspiring to kill 33-year-old Jared Bridegan in 2022.

A 68-year-old mother and her 32-year-old son are facing felony drug charges after investigators disrupted a drug trafficking pipeline that brought illegal drugs to Jacksonville Beach.

The goal is to address erosion caused by tropical storms Ian and Nicole.

Thousands of people visited Jacksonville Beach Sunday afternoon to celebrate the official opening of the beaches with the traditional parade.

It's a great day for a parade!

Wednesday marks the official start of sea turtle nesting season, which means turtles will be burying their eggs in nests up and down the coastline.