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As Hurricane Milton, Helene relief efforts continue, federal government continues to warn of fake charities
Read full article: As Hurricane Milton, Helene relief efforts continue, federal government continues to warn of fake charitiesHurricanes Helene and Milton left behind damage that some people may never recover from, and the federal government is reminding people to be aware of potential scammers who may try to take advantage of the storms' victims.
Gov. DeSantis gives $1 million to help fisheries get back on their feet after back-to-back hurricanes
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis gives $1 million to help fisheries get back on their feet after back-to-back hurricanesGov. Ron DeSantis awarded $1 million to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Foundation Monday in Steinhatchee to help fishing communities impacted by Hurricane Helene and Milton.
Hurricanes Helene, Milton could bring rising home, auto insurance rates for Floridians
Read full article: Hurricanes Helene, Milton could bring rising home, auto insurance rates for FloridiansThe aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton is still being assessed, and early estimates suggest that the financial impact could be felt by Florida residents in more ways than one.
Flagler County suffers almost $19 million in damages from Hurricane Milton, FEMA assistance availible
Read full article: Flagler County suffers almost $19 million in damages from Hurricane Milton, FEMA assistance availibleFlagler County officials said it suffered an estimated $18.8 million in damages from Hurricane Milton and encouraged property owners to apply for disaster assistance through FEMA.
Florida returning to something like normal after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Florida returning to something like normal after Hurricane MiltonFlorida counties hard hit by Hurricane Milton are returning to a semblance of normalcy with power being restored to most areas, gas stations reopening and students returning to school this week.
From the pulpit, Harris calls out Trump for hurricane misinformation. Biden surveys Florida's damage
Read full article: From the pulpit, Harris calls out Trump for hurricane misinformation. Biden surveys Florida's damageKamala Harris has used an appearance before a largely Black church audience in battleground North Carolina to call out Donald Trump for spreading misinformation about the federal government's hurricane response.
St. Augustine officials warn residents, businesses to beware of ‘unscrupulous activity’ during Milton cleanup
Read full article: St. Augustine officials warn residents, businesses to beware of ‘unscrupulous activity’ during Milton cleanupThe City of St. Augustine Planning and Building Department and Code Enforcement Division will be out in affected neighborhoods on Friday to assess property damage to homes and businesses.
‘Certainly unexpected’: St. Augustine family welcomes baby just hours before Hurricane Milton’s landfall
Read full article: ‘Certainly unexpected’: St. Augustine family welcomes baby just hours before Hurricane Milton’s landfallOne St. Augustine family will remember the day Hurricane Milton arrived much differently than many others, as they welcomed a new family member.
Crane falls into St. Petersburg high-rise building during Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Crane falls into St. Petersburg high-rise building during Hurricane MiltonSt. Petersburg Fire Rescue confirmed one collapse late Wednesday about six blocks from the city’s pier. There were no reports of injuries.
Hurricane Milton pulls away from Florida’s east coast, leaving wake of devastation across the state
Read full article: Hurricane Milton pulls away from Florida’s east coast, leaving wake of devastation across the stateHurricane Milton made landfall near Siesta Key in Sarasota County Wednesday night as a powerful Category 3 storm, bringing with it 120 mph winds and a devastating storm surge.
Biden condemns ‘un-American’ 'lies' about federal storm response as Hurricane Milton nears Florida
Read full article: Biden condemns ‘un-American’ 'lies' about federal storm response as Hurricane Milton nears FloridaPresident Joe Biden blasted his predecessor for spreading an “onslaught of lies” about how the federal government is handling the damage from Hurricane Helene as another hurricane, Milton, was on the verge of making landfall in Florida.
Riverside’s Memorial Park bracing for Milton impacts after Helene
Read full article: Riverside’s Memorial Park bracing for Milton impacts after HeleneLess than two weeks after impacts from Hurricane Helene destroyed some of the remaining concrete balustrades in Memorial Park, neighbors are once again preparing for more impacts. The balustrades are lined against the bank, separating the park from the St. Johns River.
Anastasia Island residents taking Hurricane Milton ‘very seriously’ ahead of storm’s landfall
Read full article: Anastasia Island residents taking Hurricane Milton ‘very seriously’ ahead of storm’s landfallFew cars or people were out and about Wednesday in St. Augustine’s flood-prone neighborhood Davis Shores, located on Anastasia Island.
This is FEMA's role in preparing for Hurricane Milton
Read full article: This is FEMA's role in preparing for Hurricane MiltonMilton is set to become the second hurricane to strike Florida in two weeks, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency is once again positioning supplies and personnel where they’re needed and coordinating with state and local officials.
‘I want to be here’: Southern St. Johns County residents defying evacuation orders ahead of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: ‘I want to be here’: Southern St. Johns County residents defying evacuation orders ahead of Hurricane MiltonIn Southern St. Johns County, many people are staying behind despite mandatory evacuation orders.
Florida Blue allowing members to refill medications early due to Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Florida Blue allowing members to refill medications early due to Hurricane MiltonFlorida Blue will temporarily allow its members in all Florida counties to get an early refill of their medications due to Hurricane Milton.
‘It’s too dangerous to evacuate safely': DeSantis urges Floridians to shelter in place as Milton makes landfall
Read full article: ‘It’s too dangerous to evacuate safely': DeSantis urges Floridians to shelter in place as Milton makes landfallGov. Ron DeSantis said, “It’s too dangerous to evacuate safely," and urged Floridians to shelter in place as Milton made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane near Siesta Key in Sarasota County.
Hurricane Milton downgraded to Cat 3, but grew in size, spawning tornadoes across southern Florida
Read full article: Hurricane Milton downgraded to Cat 3, but grew in size, spawning tornadoes across southern FloridaAs of 5 p.m. Wednesday, Hurricane Milton sustained winds dropped to 120 mph with higher gusts, making it a Category 3 storm. Its position was about 60 miles southwest of Sarasota and 170 miles from Orlando.
St. Augustine business owners take steps to ensure property is safe ahead of Milton
Read full article: St. Augustine business owners take steps to ensure property is safe ahead of MiltonSt. Augustine businesses were gearing up for Hurricane Milton’s impact as St. Johns County issued mandatory evacuations on Tuesday.
Full list of Florida evacuations for Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Full list of Florida evacuations for Hurricane MiltonHurricane Milton is forecasted to bring a major storm to Florida this week. Thousands are being asked to evacuate areas in and around Tampa Bay and along Florida’s West Coast as the storm moves towards landfall.
‘Take what you need’: Gas officials ask drivers to be mindful of how much gas they’re taking in Florida
Read full article: ‘Take what you need’: Gas officials ask drivers to be mindful of how much gas they’re taking in FloridaMillions of Floridians are under evacuation orders, and many are heading north to get out of the storm’s path. All of the extra traffic has some gas stations running on empty, with covers becoming more and more common on pumps.
Southeast Georgia prepares for Hurricane Milton as residents are still recovering from Helene
Read full article: Southeast Georgia prepares for Hurricane Milton as residents are still recovering from HeleneNearly two weeks after Hurricane Helene hit Southeast Georgia, the community is bracing to endure the impact of another storm.
Patronis warns about lithium-ion battery fire safety, electric vehicles ahead of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Patronis warns about lithium-ion battery fire safety, electric vehicles ahead of Hurricane MiltonFlorida State Fire Marshall Jimmy Patronis issued a warning about fire hazards with lithium-ion batteries and electric vehicles ahead of Hurricane Milton.
‘Think positive’: St. Johns County residents take advantage of free sand ahead of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: ‘Think positive’: St. Johns County residents take advantage of free sand ahead of Hurricane MiltonSt. Johns County offered free sand and bags to put it in Monday and Tuesday ahead of Hurricane Milton.
Get your Hurricane Milton questions answered with the News4JAX Help Center phone bank
Read full article: Get your Hurricane Milton questions answered with the News4JAX Help Center phone bankWe know you have a lot of questions about Hurricane Milton as we watch this powerful storm move closer to Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Gov. DeSantis urges residents to prepare as Florida could see large-scale evacuations ahead of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis urges residents to prepare as Florida could see large-scale evacuations ahead of Hurricane MiltonMilton has strengthened into a Category 3 hurricane as Florida gears up for what could be its biggest evacuation in seven years.
Brother of LSU guard Flau'jae Johnson arrested after SEC Tournament championship fight
Read full article: Brother of LSU guard Flau'jae Johnson arrested after SEC Tournament championship fightThe brother of LSU guard Flau'jae Johnson was arrested and charged with assault and battery and disorderly conduct after getting involved in his sister's scuffle with South Carolina forward Kamilla Cardoso.
Head Start preschools aim to fight poverty, but their teachers struggle to make ends meet
Read full article: Head Start preschools aim to fight poverty, but their teachers struggle to make ends meetTeachers at Head Start child care centers are paid far less than public school teachers, even though they have similar credentials.
Francine and Milton: Names new to the hurricane scene making this year’s list
Read full article: Francine and Milton: Names new to the hurricane scene making this year’s listThis season, Francine and Milton will replace the names of Hurricanes Michael and Florence that caused dozens of deaths and flooding in Florida and the Carolinas in 2018,
4 years in prison for Nikola Corp founder for defrauding investors on claims of zero-emission trucks
Read full article: 4 years in prison for Nikola Corp founder for defrauding investors on claims of zero-emission trucksThe founder of Nikola Corp. has been sentenced to four years in prison for his conviction for exaggerating claims about his company's production of zero-emission 18-wheel trucks.
Milton runs for 156 yards and 2 TDs, No. 1 Georgia holds off Georgia Tech 31-23
Read full article: Milton runs for 156 yards and 2 TDs, No. 1 Georgia holds off Georgia Tech 31-23Kendall Milton ran for a career-high 156 yards and two touchdowns and No. 1 Georgia held on late to beat Georgia Tech 31-23 and cap its third consecutive undefeated regular season with its sixth straight win in the state rivalry.
Lawyers insist Nikola founder shouldn't face prison time for fraud — unlike Elizabeth Holmes
Read full article: Lawyers insist Nikola founder shouldn't face prison time for fraud — unlike Elizabeth HolmesLawyers for the founder of truckmaker Nikola Corp. say he should not face incarceration because his criminal conviction is nothing like what landed Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes in prison.
Florida to put $144 million in federal funding toward expanding rural broadband in 41 counties
Read full article: Florida to put $144 million in federal funding toward expanding rural broadband in 41 countiesGov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday announced he is putting $144 million in federal money toward expanding broadband access in 41 counties around Florida.
No. 6 Tennessee tops No. 10 Clemson 31-14 in Orange Bowl
Read full article: No. 6 Tennessee tops No. 10 Clemson 31-14 in Orange BowlJoe Milton passed for 251 yards and three touchdowns, and No. 6 Tennessee finished off its best season in more than two decades by topping No. 10 Clemson 31-14 in the Orange Bowl.
New York issues first licenses for legal pot dispensaries
Read full article: New York issues first licenses for legal pot dispensariesNew York has issued the state's first 36 cannabis dispensary licenses, taking a monumental step in establishing a legal and lucrative marketplace for recreational marijuana.
'Tiger King' Joe Exotic says he has 'aggressive cancer'
Read full article: 'Tiger King' Joe Exotic says he has 'aggressive cancer'The man known as “Tiger King,” who gained fame in a Netflix documentary following his conviction for trying to hire someone to kill an animal rights activist, says he has cancer.
Arriving passengers held 3 hours on jet at Jacksonville airport during search for device
Read full article: Arriving passengers held 3 hours on jet at Jacksonville airport during search for deviceA Delta plane arriving from Atlanta was held on the tarmac away from the JAX terminal for over three hours due to a security incident.
High school baseball playoffs ’21: Baker County, Bolles, Ponte Vedra eye state semis
Read full article: High school baseball playoffs ’21: Baker County, Bolles, Ponte Vedra eye state semisThe third round of the high school state baseball playoffs are here. A glance at Wednesday’s three third-round games for area teams.
No-go for Joe Exotic: Trump pardon list omits 'Tiger King'
Read full article: No-go for Joe Exotic: Trump pardon list omits 'Tiger King'FILE - This undated file photo provided by the Santa Rose County Jail in Milton, Fla., shows Joseph Maldonado-Passage, also known as Joe Exotic. The "Tiger King" zookeeper-turned-reality-TV-star, who is now serving a 22-year federal prison sentence in Texas, was not included on the list announced Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, of pardons by President Trump as his team expected. (Santa Rosa County Jail via AP, File)OKLAHOMA CITY – One name missing in President Donald Trump's flurry of pardons was “Tiger King” Joe Exotic. Maldonado-Passage, who has maintained his innocence, was also sentenced for killing five tigers, selling tiger cubs and falsifying wildlife records. The blond mullet-wearing zookeeper, known for his expletive-laden rants on YouTube and a failed 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial campaign, was prominently featured in the popular Netflix documentary “Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness.”
Harris, Ivanka Trump stump in Georgia ahead of Senate runoff
Read full article: Harris, Ivanka Trump stump in Georgia ahead of Senate runoffMILTON, Ga. – Campaigning in Georgia on Monday, Vice President-elect Kamala Harris stressed a need to elect Democratic U.S. Senate candidates who will advance President-elect Joe Biden’s agenda. Ivanka Trump, meanwhile, warned that failing to reelect the two Republican incumbents in next month’s crucial runoff could erode her father’s legislative achievements. Trump, President Donald Trump's daughter and a senior White House adviser, stumped with Republican U.S. Sens. Over the crowd's shouts of “We love Trump!” and “Fight for Trump!” she implored voters to send Republicans back to the Senate “to protect all that America stands for." In a tweet announcing his Georgia plans, Trump continued to express anger at Republican Gov.
Judge gives control of Joe Exotics zoo to Carole Baskin
Read full article: Judge gives control of Joe Exotics zoo to Carole BaskinFILE - This undated file photo provided by the Santa Rose County Jail in Milton, Fla., shows Joseph Maldonado-Passage, also known as Joe Exotic. A federal judge in Oklahoma has awarded ownership of the zoo made famous in Netflix's Tiger King docuseries to Joe Exotic's rival, Carole Baskin. In a ruling Monday, U.S. District Judge Scott Palk granted control of the Oklahoma zoo that was previously run by Joseph Maldonado-Passage also known as Joe Exotic to Big Cat Rescue Corp. Baskin previously sued Maldonado-Passage for trademark and copyright infringements and won a $1 million civil judgment against him. Palk's judgment Monday found that ownership of the zoo was fraudulently transferred to Maldonado-Passage's mother in an attempt to avoid paying the judgment.
Jacksonville firefighter battling Panhandle fire: Seeing homes destroyed ‘hits you in the gut’
Read full article: Jacksonville firefighter battling Panhandle fire: Seeing homes destroyed ‘hits you in the gut’JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Firefighters are battling a pair of wildfires in the Panhandle that have consumed more than 2,500 acres, closed a portion of Interstate 10 and destroyed structures. JFRD Battalion Chief Trace Barrow told News4Jax on Thursday the firefighters haven’t slept since they got the call at 10 p.m. Wednesday that they would be traveling to the Panhandle. On Thursday, JFRD said, firefighters worked to put out structure fires near Milton, Florida, where the Five Mile Swamp Fire raged. “I know that just the area that we that our crews have worked, at least 10 to 12 residential houses were destroyed, completely destroyed," Barrow said. For Barrow, the hardest part is seeing families return to their now unrecognizable homes.