The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a woman died Monday night after she was hit by a car on Jacksonville’s Northside.

Authorities are asking for members of the public to provide surveillance footage and details from eyewitnesses as they investigate the fatal shooting of an Ole Miss football player in Memphis after a pool party.

A video that quickly went viral on Sunday, showing a 22-year-old man being hit by police during a traffic stop, has raised questions about drivers’ rights when being pulled over by police.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said Sheriff T.K. Waters will be holding a news conference on Monday to share details about the agency’s investigation into a viral video showing a violent traffic stop in February.

With a heat advisory in effect Monday and temperatures feeling well into the triple digits, Northeast Florida residents were urged to be cautious.

The Jacksonville Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) spoke out on Monday about a viral video showing a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office traffic stop that turned violent in February.

The City of Jacksonville’s proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year has drawn attention from many, including government law attorney Chris Hand, who shared his insights on surprising elements in the $2 billion spending plan.

Habitat for Humanity of Jacksonville, previously known as HabiJax, has changed its name to First Coast Habitat for Humanity, effective July 21, 2025. The new name reflects the organization’s expanded service area, which now includes Duval, Nassau, and Baker counties.

A Jacksonville man was sentenced to 17 years and six months in federal prison for attempting to entice and meet a 13-year-old child to engage in sexual activity, according to the United States Attorney’s Office.

Raising funds for homeless students in Duval County

Bringing joy one cupcake at a time

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it has launched an internal investigation into the circumstances surrounding an incident that occurred in February, but was shown in a video posted to social media early Sunday morning.

A little girl was found by herself on Normandy Boulevard near Burns Avenue around 5:30 a.m. Monday, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

What would you do if you knew something was seriously wrong but, time and time again, doctors would not take your concerns seriously? That is a part of one Jacksonville woman’s experience as she battles some significant health challenges.

A Duval County jail sergeant suspended in the aftermath of the violent death of a 31-year-old chef in April was hired despite having been kicked out of the Marines and a history of arrests for domestic violence and DUI, according to records obtained by the Tributary.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it has launched an internal investigation into the circumstances surrounding an incident that occurred in February, but was shown in a video posted to social media early Sunday morning.

Authorities say an Ole Miss freshman football player has been killed in a shooting in Tennessee.

Jacksonville residents are facing another sweltering day as the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory starting at 11 a.m. With temperatures soaring, city officials are urging everyone to take precautions and make use of the resources available to stay safe, including two designated cooling centers for anyone needing relief from the heat.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation enhancing mental health care and addiction recovery by setting stricter treatment guidelines and expanding access to resources.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is seeking help from the community to find a missing teen on the city’s northwest side.

A fatal crash occurred early Sunday morning on the Hart Expressway in Jacksonville, according to JSO. At approximately 1:38 a.m., a vehicle traveling westbound in the inside lane was struck head-on by a wrong-way driver going eastbound.

A 69-year-old man was shot and killed by police officers at the intersection of Beach Boulevard and Interstate 295 on Saturday.

Sheriff T. K. Waters and other Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office members walked through District 5 to meet with community members about crime in their area on Saturday.

Star wide receiver Brysen Wright of Mandarin High School caught an incredible touchdown for the Jacksonville Jaguars NFL flag football team on Saturday.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for 2-year-old Rieva Scarlett, who was last seen on July 17 near the intersection of Blanding Boulevard and Wilson Boulevard.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office released videos that detail the events that led to the shooting that left an officer injured and the robbery suspect dead.

The National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory for Duval county, prompting city leaders to open all public cooling centers and offer free transportation to help residents escape potentially deadly temperatures.

Downtown Jacksonville is buzzing with activity as cranes fill the skyline, and progress continues on some of the city’s most significant construction projects.

The Jacksonville Branch of the NAACP says it stands with City Councilman Jimmy Peluso after he boycotted a committee meeting and was then removed from the committee.

A local businesswoman who built a brand around mentoring others on Airbnb investing could face arrest by the end of the day.

The National Weather Service in Jacksonville has issued a Heat Advisory for the Jacksonville region on Friday, and the extreme weather is expected to continue this weekend, with heat index values expected to reach 113 degrees.

Trainer writes a book to motivate individuals beyond fitness

A Jacksonville man is filing a trademark Class 28 for the name “Alligator Alcatraz.”

Rapper Hakeem Robinson, better known by his stage name “Ksoo,” is heading to court Monday morning as jury selection begins in a case that’s drawn national attention—and stirred deep tensions in the city’s rap and gang communities.

People in the Metro Gardens Neighborhood Association have been battling the new Duval County Medical Examiner’s Office since construction began over two years ago next to their neighborhood.

A Heat Advisory is now in effect between 12 PM and 6 PM, expect “feels-like” temps to hover between 108° and 110°F.

City Rescue Mission will open its cooling centers due to the high temperatures forecasted over the coming days.

Unveiling artwork for peace awareness

Fast casual chicken finger focused restaurant lands in Jacksonville

The Clara White Mission got $400,000 for its Food Distribution II Initiative at Eartha’s Farm & Market.

A Mandarin business owner is speaking out after a smash-and-grab burglary at his trading card store left him reeling and rebuilding.

As 2025 marks 30 years since the tragic murder of 19-year-old James Coon Jr., his mother, Sharon Coon, reflected on her son’s legacy and shares a powerful message of forgiveness.

The mother of two sisters diagnosed with spastic cerebral palsy filed a lawsuit against the Jacksonville Housing Authority (JHA) after she said the agency failed to install a wheelchair ramp despite making several requests.

WJXT-4 News4JAX is now sharing more local news directly on the Nextdoor app, helping neighbors stay informed and connected to their communities.

The 988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline will stop providing tailored support options to LGBTQ+ youth and young adults on July 17, according to a statement on a federal agency’s website.

The worst heat targets the central Plains but, we’ll still feel the effects as sinking air and less rain allow heat to build.

Rance and RCL Executive Producer Tom played a round of the What’s That Flavor game. They sampled three unusual flavors of soda, purchased by Eden at Sweet Pete’s in downtown Jacksonville. The results were priceless!

Save money with gently used sports equipment

Community block party showcasing bold socks and T-shirts

On the latest episode of “This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition,” host Kent Justice spoke with David McGowan, President and CEO of WJCT Public Media, to discuss the impact of these cuts and the organization’s path forward.

Jacksonville climbs to 21st place nationally in RentCafe’s 2025 renter-friendly city rankings, up from 25th last year.

A mom of a student who was in the same classroom as the music teacher charged with two counts of child molestation says her child witnessed some of his alleged misconduct.

A little-known consulting firm with ties to a prominent Jacksonville business leader landed a $78 million contract earlier this month to provide a raft of critical services at a pop-up immigration detention center in Big Cypress National Preserve, which Florida officials have aggressively marketed as “Alligator Alcatraz,” according to a report from The Tributary, a Jacksonville nonprofit newsroom.

Community members are calling for change after two officer-involved shootings in a week.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office has made the 10th and final arrest in connection with the murder of a 14-year-old boy on New Year’s Day in 2024.

Trop Rock band singing about their surf vibe lifestyle

The Zen Lounge in Jacksonville is a locally owned and operated day spa and Pilates studio situated at 4578 St. Johns Ave in the Avondale neighborhood.

The need for more student housing in Jacksonville is hitting the University of North Florida hard, but the school is spotlighting part of the solution on Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Osprey Ridge dorm hall.

A man was shot and killed by police early Wednesday morning in what Sheriff T.K. Waters described as a “bizarre” encounter that included the man attacking a woman who’s pregnant with his child, pulling out her hair and later chewing on it as officers tried to bring him into custody.

A man was hospitalized Tuesday after suffering several gunshot wounds while driving on Dennis Street near Myrtle Avenue, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

A wanted sex offender accused of inappropriately exposing himself to a child in Daytona Beach was arrested in Jacksonville, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

An elderly woman died in a Westside two-vehicle collision on Tuesday afternoon.

Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico, a Republican, announced Tuesday that he had removed a fellow councilman from a council committee after he boycotted the first meeting.

A devastating fire tore through a townhouse complex in Arlington early Tuesday morning, displacing more than a dozen residents. Jacksonville Fire and Rescue said 13 adults and one child are now receiving assistance from the Red Cross.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it recently arrested a music teacher who taught at multiple Duval County schools after he was accused of committing several sex crimes against students.

Starbucks Coffee Co. is in permitting review for a shop in Bank of America Tower, which would bring the national retailer back to Downtown Jacksonville, according to the Jacksonville Daily Record.

NEFAR volunteers to clean various waterways around Northeast Florida and beyond

Buddy the Dog needs a home

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is hosting a town hall in District Five on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church.

Mayor Donna Deegan presented her $2 billion budget proposal on Monday to the Jacksonville City Council, highlighting efforts to streamline permit processes for small businesses, address affordable housing and homelessness, meet public safety needs, continue to improve literacy and education, and tackle blight.

Mayor Donna Deegan is pushing what she considers a major investment in Jacksonville’s first responders, with more than $1 billion of her $2 billion budget proposal designated for public safety.

A fire at an Arlington townhouse early Tuesday morning left 13 adults and one child in need of assistance from the Red Cross, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan presented a $2 billion balanced budget proposal to the City Council on Monday, highlighting significant investments in downtown riverfront development and park improvements.

After about one month of reports linking the future ownership of the Tampa Bay Rays to the billionaire behind a Jacksonville-based home construction company, The Athletic is reporting that the sale of the team could be completed by September.

A 24-year-old Jacksonville man was arrested in connection to the shooting death of a 17-year-old after an incident at a Marion County gas station.

A Jacksonville man is using his personal loss to help others navigate the difficult journey of caring for a loved one in hospice.

As the fall semester approaches at the University of North Florida, hundreds of incoming students are still without a guaranteed place to live on campus, with over 350 students currently on a housing standby list, according to university officials.

Mayor Donna Deegan presented her $2 billion budget proposal on Monday to the Jacksonville City Council, highlighting efforts to streamline permit processes for small businesses, address affordable housing and homelessness, meet public safety needs, continue to improve literacy and education, and tackle blight.

Comedian Casey Skinner shares humorous takes on his experience at the hotel

Myah Freeman's first solo art exhibition

A crash with injuries shut down San Pablo Road in both directions on Monday morning, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan is set to present her proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year to the City Council on Monday, marking the start of a monthslong process that will determine how funds are allocated across the city’s departments.

The Florida Highway Patrol said a Nassau County motorcyclist, 29, died Sunday morning after her motorcycle crashed with an SUV on Jacksonville’s Northside.

There was no shortage of hugs, kisses, and happy tears at Naval Station Mayport this morning, as more than 300 sailors from the USS The Sullivans finally returned home after an eight-month deployment.

A Jacksonville motorcycle club did a ride out on Saturday in memory of an Orange Park man who died in a crash on a Texas interstate road.

There is a call to artists out there who might be interested in painting Jacksonville’s newest mural.

A fire broke out early Saturday morning at the San Jose Apartments, a senior living community in San Jose. The fire started around 7:40 a.m. in the kitchen stove area, according to Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department Captain Eric Prosswimmer.

Dozens of protesters gathered outside the federal courthouse in Jacksonville on Friday to oppose plans for a new immigration detention facility at Camp Blanding, marking the latest pushback against Florida’s expanding detention infrastructure.

After an outpouring of complaints following flooding woes in San Marco, District 5 City Councilman Joe Carlucci provided updates about the city’s efforts to improve the issue.

A Jacksonville mother is looking for answers after her daughter was found on the Northside with her bone detached from her foot in a hit-and-run incident.

Attorneys for convicted killer Michael Bell have filed a last-ditch appeal at the U.S. Supreme Court to try to prevent Bell’s scheduled execution Tuesday in the 1993 murders of two people outside a Jacksonville bar.

A Jacksonville-based comprehensive youth development and support organization is addressing the arrest of a now former employee, who faces multiple felony charges related to possession of child sexual abuse material.

The City of Jacksonville conducted a massive cleanup on Friday of a homeless encampment that was settled on private property off Atlantic Boulevard.

Extended conversation about a pop up of Latin and Asian fusion flavors at Ajua Mexican Kitchen & Bar

The defending national champion Florida Gators will take on the Miami Hurricanes at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena on Sunday, Nov. 16.

A woman who lives near Edgewood Avenue North near Rockwood Drive said she wants officials to pay more attention to the infrastructure issues when it rains.

Former Jacksonville Jaguars employee Amit Patel, who is currently serving 6.5 years in a federal prison for stealing more than $22 million from the team over three years, is facing new state charges.

Pop up of Latin and Asian fusion flavors at Ajua Mexican Kitchen & Bar

Tickets are available now at www.firstcoastcomiccon.com: $10 for adults; kids 12 and under get in free. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting celebration of imagination and inspiration.

Whiskey Jax Baymeadows is closing after service July 19 and will be replaced by a new restaurant concept, its former owner says.