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What if a second chance at life after prison came with a full support system, housing, therapy, education and job training?
After a witness shared photos with News4JAX of a boy being treated by St. Johns County Fire Rescue after an e-bike crash Monday night, the fire department confirmed a child was critically injured in the crash.
The Florida House on Friday approved a $5.008 billion tax package after making a change to a controversial proposal about shifting money collected for tourism marketing.
A district spokesperson said that because it “is an active – and therefore confidential – investigation" it was not able to provide any additional information.
According to the Florida Department of Transportation, some parts of the Shands Bridge will be demolished, while others will remain accessible for pedestrian use and fishing.
Attorneys have filed a class action lawsuit against a Jacksonville-based property management company, alleging it charged tenants excessive and unlawful fees in violation of Florida’s consumer protection laws.
If you’re looking for in-depth coverage of the Jacksonville Jaguars’ first-round selection at Thursday’s 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay, you’ve come to the right place.
A measles outbreak across the US, including Florida, does not appear to be slowing down, and now, researchers at the Jacksonville Center for Clinical Research are speaking out about how it got here and why it continues to spread.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office confirmed that it has authorized the use of another handgun for its officers other than the current standard-issued Glock. JSO said officers can purchase and carry Staccato handguns as their primary weapon, We spoke to our crime and safety analyst about the pros and the potential cons.
Lillian Young used words from advertisements and notices that described at least 100 different runaway slaves in the 1800s to create portraits of what she believed the people might have looked like.
Grieving Florida State University students poured out their condolences for the victims of a deadly shooting that brought tragedy to their campus on Thursday.
The University of North Florida (UNF) is among the growing list of public colleges and universities to ink pending agreements with the federal government to carry out immigration enforcement on campuses.
Baptist Health is dealing with the growing demand for emergency medical services by expanding its air-ambulance fleet.
Monday, April 14, marked National Donate a Book Day, a day dedicated to promoting book donations to libraries and schools to enhance literacy initiatives.
Following the release of the names of nine Duval County jail employees involved in an incident that led to an inmate’s death, News4JAX is examining their employment history.
A Jacksonville man is warning others about online investment scams after losing nearly $60,000 of his savings and pension.
A motel built in the 1950s could soon face demolition if approved by the St. Johns County Board. The Magic Motel, a significant piece of Vilano Beach’s character, finds its fate uncertain as community members voice their concerns.
News4JAX anchor Jennifer Waugh picked three ideas for Easter egg decorating to see if they are as easy as they seem, without causing a big mess and without costing too much money.
Dozens of University of Florida students are asking for an immigration attorney to be added on campus following the deportation of an international student who was initially arrested over a traffic violation.
Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan said on Friday her office is “closely monitoring” the investigation into the unspecified incident that left an inmate dead and resulted in nine Duval County jail officers being removed from their positions.
St. Augustine Police Chief Jennifer Michaux was recently suspended for one day, News4JAX confirmed with the police department on Thursday.
The Downtown Ecumenical Services Council (DESC) operates out of the basement at First Presbyterian Church, which it has been doing for 42 years. The plan is to move to a new building on Liberty Street by the end of the year, with a work space twice the size.
The attorney for the family of an inmate who was critically injured in an unspecified incident involving nine Duval County jail officers said on Wednesday that the man remained hospitalized and on a ventilator.
Jacksonville fans at the Island Wing Grill still held out for a Gators championship win as the national game started off a little rocky with turnovers in the first half.
Southeastern Grocers, which owns Winn-Dixie and Harveys supermarkets, confirmed to News4JAX on Friday that it has laid off multiple employees as a part of a restructuring.
The $60 million Hallowes Cove Academy project is part of a larger effort to enhance educational opportunities for students in St. Johns County.
A tip from First Coast Crime Stoppers led to the arrests of two people accused in the shooting death of 7-year-old Breon Allen Jr., the organization’s executive director Chase Robinson told News4JAX on Wednesday.
The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp opened the season on Friday, but it was on the road in Nashville. Local fans can celebrate with the Jumbo Shrimp on Tuesday when Jacksonville rolls out the welcome mat at the renamed VyStar Ballpark for its home opener against the Worcester Red Sox. News4JAX gives fans all they need to know with this five-minute guide on the season.
Brentwood residents are continuing their fight to turn a Golfair liquor store into a community center.
As we close out March, we’re highlighting women who have led the way locally in law, art, law enforcement and fashion.
Hundreds of VyStar Credit Union customers were left in financial limbo after a banking error negatively impacted their credit scores, including a local man who said the issue has put his plans of buying a new home on hold.
It is just days away from a special election in Northeast Florida and we will soon find out who will be the new Representative for Congressional District 6.
The city of Jacksonville will recognize former WJXT employees who have shaped the community through more than two decades of dedication to local news.
The All Women in Media Foundation has announced the 2025 winners of the annual Gracie Awards, which recognize outstanding contributions by women in media, both in front of and behind the camera. This year, we are proud to announce that WJXT’s Jenese Harris won a Gracie in the category of On-Air Talent.
VyStar Credit Union is facing a growing controversy after several customers reported having issues with their credit scores.
A Middleburg couple is hoping for a miracle to happen after ICE ordered the husband, who’s been in the country illegally for over a decade, to turn himself in to return to India.
Get the latest weather forecast with expected rain and thunderstorm patterns, temperature changes, and the coming weekend outlook.
On Sunday, community members got involved in looking for the final three boaters and expressed their commitment to providing closure for the families involved.
According to News4JAX’s sister station in Orlando, WKMG-6, a fire appeared to break out at Disney’s Epcot theme park on Saturday after videos online went viral showing smoke billowing over the France Pavilion.
In honor of Women’s History Month, News4JAX will highlight local women who inspire and empower future generations through a special week-long streaming event featuring Generation W, beginning March 24.
A Middleburg couple is hoping for a miracle to happen after ICE ordered the husband, who’s been in the country illegally for over a decade, to turn himself in to return to India.
A 57-year-old woman was arrested after police found a “dead animal” inside of a bathroom at Orlando International Airport in December, according to News4JAX sister station WKMG.
A St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office employee, who posted a controversial comment on a social media site, has been demoted and reassigned within the department, according to the internal affairs investigation report.
An investigation into claims of retaliation for reporting sexual harassment in St. Johns County remains a topic of discussion at county commission meetings.
Over the last 15 years, there have been three major building collapses in the Jacksonville area: The Berkman Plaza II in 2007, the Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside parking garage in 2023, and the collapse of a building in Jacksonville’s Urban Core on Monday evening. News4JAX spoke with Mark Kilgore, a forensic structural engineer, who pointed to a couple of factors that could contribute to structure failures, including the age of the building, a lack of maintenance, and water intrusion.
Several years ago our WJXT family was personally touched by ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, when our beloved executive producer Sharon Siegel-Cohen was diagnosed. Now we walk to defeat ALS in her honor.
News4JAX Reporter Aleesia Hatcher sat down with comedian and actor Desi Banks ahead of his March 15 show in Jacksonville for his “The Elevation Tour.”
March 2020 was the start of a journey with an uncertain ending. Now, five years later, News4Jax caught up with residents to hear about their experiences and how it influenced where they are and what they do today.
A man who was improperly stripped searched by police in the middle of a public street while bystanders watched nearby settled a federal lawsuit with Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters and the city for $275,000, according to court records, The Triburary, a nonprofit news organization in Jacksonville, reported Thursday.
Grace Under the Oaks is a therapy program that provides adaptive riding and Equine-Assisted Activities (EAA) to adults and children with cognitive and/or physical challenges.
After drawing seven bids from its invitation to negotiate for “turn-key” office space in Jacksonville, Citizens Property Insurance Corp. has selected a property in South Jacksonville.
A 24-year-old man was arrested in connection to a double murder shooting in Brunswick, News4JAX learned Tuesday.
A married couple that was under a months-long investigation for suspected animal cruelty is now facing criminal charges.
Mayor Donna Deegan addressed the public on recent governmental streamlining efforts while Council Member Ron Salem brought his “Duval DOGE” initiative into the spotlight.
After drawing seven bids from its invitation to negotiate for “turn-key” office space in Jacksonville, Citizens Property Insurance Corp. has selected a property in South Jacksonville, News4JAX’s news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record reported.
The Department of Government Efficiency, better known as DOGE, aims to cut $1 trillion in federal spending by the end of the fiscal year, according to NPR. On DOGE’s website, it appears that some of those savings could come from cuts in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia as multiple buildings in our viewing area are listed underneath real estate terminations.
Sree Vidya Siliveri, a 14-year-old from Alice B. Landrum Middle School in Ponte Vedra Beach, claimed her second straight First Coast Spelling Bee victory Friday night.
A 57-year-old substitute teacher is accused of “actively encouraging students” to fight in the classroom, according to an arrest report obtained by News4JAX.
A St. Johns County deputy was placed on administrative leave after a controversial public comment on a social media site sparked an internal investigation, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
After months of fighting and rescheduled meetings wrapped in confusion, residents have consistently voiced their concerns about increased traffic, student safety and property values being affected if the unwanted restaurant was to open.
A Texas man is facing charges after Orlando police say he stole $800,000 worth of luxury jewelry at the Mall at Millenia before swallowing it during his arrest days after the crime, according to News4JAX sister station WKMG.
Naval Hospital Jacksonville announced on social media that its emergency room will no longer be open for 24 hours beginning Monday, March 10.
They’ve made it their mission to make sure no veteran is buried alone at the Jacksonville National Cemetery on the city’s Northside.
When most people think of Jacksonville’s Northside, the airport and zoo are typically among the spots that come to mind. However, many don’t realize that the area is also home to some popular blueberry farms.
Have you ever wanted to go behind the scenes at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens? Well, you’re in luck.
Students at Riverside High School were on lockout Tuesday morning after a threat was reported, the Duval County school district said.
Pecan Park Flea and Farmer’s Market, a Northside Jacksonville staple, offers everything from everyday essentials to unique 3D-printed creations at D&A 3D Prints.
New video shows the moments St. Johns County deputies apprehended a 62-year-old man seen waving and firing his gun outside the window of a red pickup while driving along Interstate 95.
All southbound lanes of Interstate 95 north near County Road 214 were closed Monday morning after a driver was seen waving a firearm at vehicles, leading to a pursuit with deputies that ended in a crash, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
As National Eating Disorders Awareness Week wraps up, News4JAX looked into the stereotypes and challenges surrounding this diagnosis.
A Navy reservist was charged with bribery after being accused of trying to get one of his former shipmates to help two immigrants from China, one of whom was living in the country illegally, get fake Navy ID cards, according to the criminal complaint.
The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office is deciding if disciplinary actions will be implemented against one of its deputies following a public comment on a social media site.
The newer technology is called Inmate Recognition and Identification System, better known as I.R.I.S. The technology scans the iris in the eyes to help positively identify new inmates before they are admitted into the jail and before they are allowed to leave the jail.
News4JAX’s partner station in Orlando, News 6 WKMG, is reporting that a 4-year-old boy who accidentally shot himself with a handgun that he found in the family vehicle on Friday has died, according to Davenport police.
For another year, News4JAX will be broadcasting the Gate River Run live! Each Friday this month, Alessandra Pontbriand and Julie Stackhouse discussed different topics on News4JAX+ about preparing for the race. In the final episode, they discussed how to pickup your race packet, an overview of the course changes, and Julie reminisced on her favorite Gate River Run that she raced and won!
Catholic Charities Jacksonville on Wednesday laid off 26 employees from its refugee program following President Donald Trump’s executive order that halted the arrivals of new refugees to the country, the organization’s CEO told News4JAX.
A city council member will reintroduce a proposal that aims to create a special development review board for Northeast Jacksonville.
The Jacksonville Jaguars have begun conducting in-person interviews Wednesday for their vacant general manager position and are inching closer to completing the process.
When Jacksonville police recently released bodycam video of a mounted patrol officer using her horse to chase down a suspected drug dealer who tried to run away, the video was only a snippet of what the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is doing to decrease crime downtown.
