Raines High School is gearing up for an exciting showdown against Miami Northwestern in the state championship this weekend in Miami. The local community is rallying behind the team, showing unwavering support as the big day approaches.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 1,200 women died of maternal causes in 2021, compared to 861 in 2020 and 754 in 2019.

Melanie, a singer-songwriter behind 1970s hits including “Brand New Key,” has died.

Scorching temperatures meteorologists say were brought on by a heat dome have taxed the Texas power grid and threaten to bring record highs to the state before they are expected to expand to other parts of the U.S. National Weather Service Forecaster Bob Oravec said Monday that the heat dome is expected to reach north to Kansas City and east to the Florida Panhandle and continue at least until the July Fourth holiday.

The Westminster Kennel Club is set to crown the cream of the canine elite on one of tennis’ most storied courts next week.

At Be Still Float in Riverside, the owner says you get serenity without side effects. Melanie Lawson gave it a try and shares her experience and how it might help you.

Backstreet Boys member Nick Carter says on Instagram that he's heartbroken over the death of his “baby brother,” 34-year-old singer Aaron Carter.

Social media sensation JoJo Siwa will be honored by the LGBTQ education group GLSEN next month for her anti-bullying and advocacy efforts.

Federal authorities are pushing back on claims that R. Kelly was placed on suicide watch as a form of punishment last week after a judge sentenced him to 30 years behind bars for using his fame to sexually abuse young girls.

Viewers tuning in to Thursday’s episode of “Candy,” starring Jessica Biel, may recognize a familiar face: Biel’s husband Justin Timberlake.

The world also said goodbye to U.S. Rep. John Lewis, a lion of the civil rights movement who died in July. Other former political figures who died this year include Egyptian leader Hosni Mubarak, New York Mayor David Dinkins, Arizona Gov. Here is a roll call of some influential figures who died in 2020 (cause of death cited for younger people, if available):___JANUARY___David Stern, 77. The guitarist who supplied the scratching, seething sound that fueled the highly influential British punk band Gang of Four. He fused African rhythms with funk to become one of the most influential musicians in world dance music.

CLAY COUNTY, Fla. – Jacksonville’s Oakleaf neighborhood is exploding with new development and some people who live in the area are concerned the roadways aren’t equipped to handle the heavy volume of traffic. One area of concern is near the intersection of Old Middleburg Road and Argyle Forest Boulevard, just north of the Clay County border. Melanie, who didn’t want us to use her last name, lives in the area with her family. A traffic sign near the shopping center that had recently been plowed over is evidence of the high number of traffic incidents in the area. News4Jax reached out to JSO to find out if anything is being done to curb the crashes in this area.

Melanie is here to show us some easy ways to add more good stuff to your diet. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.

Melanie is joining us from Jacksonville Beach with an update where both this act of kindness and Publix's service to seniors are being recognized.

Go-kart racingThe speedway has an indoor racetrack for go-karts where Bruce, Melanie, Richard, Lena and I faced off for 14 laps. Axe throwingIf you're not aware, axe throwing has become a "thing and even has its own league! Children 13 years and older can compete in axe throwing at Autobahn. Virtual reality gameA newer addition to Autobahn is a virtual reality game that allows you to battle four players at a time. CostGo-kart racing: $20-$100Axe throwing: $30Virtual reality game: $12Contact904-425-5005autobahnspeed.comKids learn the "science" behind go-kart racing, and even compete to build a tower with raw spaghetti noodles.

VIDEO: Bruce and Melanie provide an update on the 4 escaped inmates from a juvenile detention center. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.