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It‘s 3 weeks before Thanksgiving and it feels like spring. What is going on?
Read full article: It‘s 3 weeks before Thanksgiving and it feels like spring. What is going on?While Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia don’t typically fall into the seasons pattern of leaves changing into bright reds, golden yellows, and glowing orange, we should at least be feeling more like Fall.
Donald Trump wins Georgia, a critical swing state, and its 16 electoral votes
Read full article: Donald Trump wins Georgia, a critical swing state, and its 16 electoral votesFormer President Donald Trump won the swing state of Georgia on Wednesday, returning its 16 electoral votes to the Republican column.
Voters in Southeast Georgia experience short lines on Election Day that saw high turnout
Read full article: Voters in Southeast Georgia experience short lines on Election Day that saw high turnoutHistoric turnout for early voting in Georgia, which saw the state submit over 4 million ballots, led to shorter wait times on Election Day.
Live Election Results 2024: Complete results for president, Florida, Georgia races
Read full article: Live Election Results 2024: Complete results for president, Florida, Georgia racesLive updates for the Presidential race, U.S. Senate, Congress, Florida Legislature and Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia-area races
A Halloween treat to start the week with a cold front taking a bite out of the heat
Read full article: A Halloween treat to start the week with a cold front taking a bite out of the heatAfter several days of above-average highs in the upper 80s, Monday will bring a bit of a break and return to normal for the last week of October.
Early voting in Georgia begins Tuesday: When, where to vote in your county & what to bring to the polls
Read full article: Early voting in Georgia begins Tuesday: When, where to vote in your county & what to bring to the pollsEarly voting in Georgia begins on Tuesday for the upcoming presidential election.
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.
Warm Wednesday, a new Tropical Depression, and weekend rain on the way
Read full article: Warm Wednesday, a new Tropical Depression, and weekend rain on the wayWe’re looking at a hot, mostly dry day with temperatures close to 90, light afternoon shower activity in our southern counties, and gusty winds this afternoon along the coast.
'A lot worse than what people thought': Ware County families dig out from 'horrible' damage left by Helene
Read full article: 'A lot worse than what people thought': Ware County families dig out from 'horrible' damage left by HeleneWare County was among the worst hit in Southeast Georgia by Hurricane Helene. Residents were still digging out from the devastation on Monday as schools, libraries, government offices and more remained closed.
Gov. Kemp tours damage as Southeast Georgia communities rally, try to recover from Hurricane Helene
Read full article: Gov. Kemp tours damage as Southeast Georgia communities rally, try to recover from Hurricane HeleneCommunities across Southeast Georgia continue to recover Monday from the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene.
‘Let’s stay encouraged’: Waycross residents come together to recover from Hurricane Helene
Read full article: ‘Let’s stay encouraged’: Waycross residents come together to recover from Hurricane HeleneThousands of people are still without power in Waycross as trees and power lines lie across roadways.
‘Many hands lighten the load’: Volunteers clean up Willowbranch Park after Hurricane Helene
Read full article: ‘Many hands lighten the load’: Volunteers clean up Willowbranch Park after Hurricane HeleneA small group of Riverside residents got into the thick of things at Willowbranch Park to move out some debris left behind by the storm.
Everyone asked to stay off roads in Ware, Glynn counties as crews clean up downed power lines & trees
Read full article: Everyone asked to stay off roads in Ware, Glynn counties as crews clean up downed power lines & treesDue to sustained winds reaching 45 mph and higher, first responders for Glynn County and the City of Brunswick – Police, Fire and Public Works – are unable to safely respond to emergency calls.
Tornado Watch issued for Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia until 10 p.m. as Hurricane Helene strengthens
Read full article: Tornado Watch issued for Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia until 10 p.m. as Hurricane Helene strengthensThe National Weather Service issued a Tornado Watch for all Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia until 10 p.m.
Heat Advisory issued for Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia for 6th-straight day
Read full article: Heat Advisory issued for Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia for 6th-straight dayA heat advisory is in effect today from 11 AM to 6 PM EDT, with heat index values expected to reach up to 110 degrees.
Multiple Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia counties eligible for federal assistance after Debby
Read full article: Multiple Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia counties eligible for federal assistance after DebbyMultiple counties in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia are eligible for federal assistance after Tropical Storm Debby.
Afternoon storms move through Southern counties, Northeast Florida
Read full article: Afternoon storms move through Southern counties, Northeast FloridaDangerous feels-like temperatures remain until the evening after sunset for all of Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida. Storms with heavy downpours will continue in Putnam, Flagler, and part of St. Johns counties until after sunset.
Crews making progress to repair road washed out in Southeast Georgia county
Read full article: Crews making progress to repair road washed out in Southeast Georgia countyTropical Storm Debby has caused widespread flooding in Southeast Georgia and in Pierce County, floodwaters washed out a vital road.
Viewers in Northeast Florida share photos of flooding, damage as Hurricane Debby makes landfall
Read full article: Viewers in Northeast Florida share photos of flooding, damage as Hurricane Debby makes landfallWe want you to become citizen reporters and share your photos with us (if you can safely do so). Be sure to upload your photos and videos by using the Weather Category.
Tropical Storm Debby is a little weaker, rain continues
Read full article: Tropical Storm Debby is a little weaker, rain continuesOvernight into Tuesday, we will be tracking Tropical Storm Debby as it slowly moves north. Tropical conditions are expected through the morning for coastal SE GA and the Golden Isles. Rain will slowly move away from our area during the late morning and afternoon. Wind will be 15-25 mph.
Hurricane Debby makes landfall on Florida’s Big Bend coast
Read full article: Hurricane Debby makes landfall on Florida’s Big Bend coastAs of the 11 p.m. National Hurricane Center update, the tropical storm has become Hurricane Debby and is expected to make landfall in the Florida Big Bend area on Monday.
Glynn County officials prepare for storm surge, possible flooding ahead of Hurricane Debby
Read full article: Glynn County officials prepare for storm surge, possible flooding ahead of Hurricane DebbyGlynn County officials will hold a virtual news conference Sunday morning to provide updates on Tropical Storm Debby.
Glynn County officials hold virtual news conference to provide updates on Tropical Storm Debby
Read full article: Glynn County officials hold virtual news conference to provide updates on Tropical Storm DebbyGlynn County officials will hold a virtual news conference Sunday morning to provide updates on Tropical Storm Debby.
Tropical Storm Debby expected to become a hurricane soon; Tornado Watch extended until 6 a.m.
Read full article: Tropical Storm Debby expected to become a hurricane soon; Tornado Watch extended until 6 a.m.As of the 8 p.m. National Hurricane Center update, Tropical Storm Debby is still strengthening as it’s expected to become a hurricane Sunday night and make landfall in the Florida Big Bend area on Monday.
Tropical Storm Debby gaining strength; Tropical Storm Watch issued for portions of Northeast Florida, Southeast GA
Read full article: Tropical Storm Debby gaining strength; Tropical Storm Watch issued for portions of Northeast Florida, Southeast GAAs of the 8 a.m. National Hurricane Center update, hurricane hunters found that Tropical Storm Debby is still gaining strength as it turns northward toward the Florida panhandle and will continue to move northeast at 13 mph through Sunday.
90s for the foreseeable future, rain on the horizon, and Beryl
Read full article: 90s for the foreseeable future, rain on the horizon, and BerylThe 90s are in the forecast for Monday. Our high is 95, with the record set at 101 degrees—but while breaking temperature records isn’t in the cards, feels-like temperatures will make us feel like we’re around 110 degrees in some areas later today.
High rip current risk has experts urging everyone to stay out of the water
Read full article: High rip current risk has experts urging everyone to stay out of the waterThe National Weather Service says there will be a high rip current risk Wednesday and Thursday for all beaches in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.
Juneteenth celebrations across Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia bring community together
Read full article: Juneteenth celebrations across Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia bring community togetherCelebrations took place all across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia this weekend ahead of Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the emancipation of those who were enslaved in the United States.
One cent for better roads? Southeast Georgia voters face question on sales tax for transportation
Read full article: One cent for better roads? Southeast Georgia voters face question on sales tax for transportationVoters in 18 south Georgia counties face a question this May about whether or not to extend a one-cent sales tax to pay for transportation projects across the region.
Georgia voters: What’s on your 2024 ballot?
Read full article: Georgia voters: What’s on your 2024 ballot?While the race for president is getting much of the attention in the 2024 election cycle, Georgia voters will also be electing officials for local, state, and federal office this year. Some of those races will be on the ballot for the state’s primary on May 21.
Ahmaud Arbery’s family plans to travel to Atlanta before convicted killers appeal hate crime
Read full article: Ahmaud Arbery’s family plans to travel to Atlanta before convicted killers appeal hate crimeThe family of Ahmaud Arbery gathered in Southeast Georgia days before his three killers prepare to appeal their federal hate crime convictions in court.
Georgia voters set to cast ballots in state’s primary even though 2024 presidential race all but set
Read full article: Georgia voters set to cast ballots in state’s primary even though 2024 presidential race all but setOn Tuesday, Georgia voters will head to the polls despite both parties all but agreeing on their Presidential candidates.
Brunswick fugitive ‘Khaos’ arrested in Mexico, accused of drug trafficking conspiracy
Read full article: Brunswick fugitive ‘Khaos’ arrested in Mexico, accused of drug trafficking conspiracyA South Georgia fugitive, accused of drug trafficking conspiracy, was arrested in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico, according to the FBI.
String of thefts across 3 states, 8 Florida counties adds to growing concerns over shoplifting
Read full article: String of thefts across 3 states, 8 Florida counties adds to growing concerns over shopliftingA group of people are named in a theft ring that authorities said involved stores in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia and South Carolina.
South Georgia fugitive ‘Khaos’ to be featured in upcoming episode of America’s Most Wanted
Read full article: South Georgia fugitive ‘Khaos’ to be featured in upcoming episode of America’s Most WantedA South Georgia fugitive will be featured in an upcoming episode of America’s Most Wanted on Fox Network television, according to the Glynn County Police Department.
SnapJAX📸: Insiders share photos and videos from Sunday’s severe weather
Read full article: SnapJAX📸: Insiders share photos and videos from Sunday’s severe weatherSunday’s weather brought hail and rainbows to multiple counties in Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida. Take a look at some SnapJAX submissions from Insiders.
Frigid weekend is here, next week expected to be a different story
Read full article: Frigid weekend is here, next week expected to be a different storyTemperatures hit the freezing mark and below across SE GA and hovering around freezing for NE FL with the exception of the coastal areas where they are sitting in the 40s this morning but factoring the gusty winds between 10-15 MPH, most locations feel like the 30s in NE FL and 20s across SE GA.
Schools back in session Wednesday after severe storms roll out of Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia
Read full article: Schools back in session Wednesday after severe storms roll out of Northeast Florida, Southeast GeorgiaSeveral school districts throughout Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia announced temporary closures in an abundance of caution for the impending threat of severe weather that was forecast to bring strong winds and heavy rains on Tuesday.
Will the bridges close during Tuesday’s severe weather?
Read full article: Will the bridges close during Tuesday’s severe weather?The peak of a major storm system will be moving through Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida this afternoon, impacting our area with sustained winds similar to tropical storm conditions.
School Closures: Counties canceling classes Tuesday due to severe weather
Read full article: School Closures: Counties canceling classes Tuesday due to severe weatherDue to the threat of severe weather, all Ware County Schools will be closed to staff and students on Tuesday, the school district announced on Monday.
Heightened risk of severe storms on Tuesday; damaging winds, isolated tornadoes possible
Read full article: Heightened risk of severe storms on Tuesday; damaging winds, isolated tornadoes possibleThese isolated strong-to-severe storms will bring the threat of heavy downpours, tornadoes, and small hail from noon to sunset tomorrow.
Despite approaching Nor’easter, Nights of Lights will shine on in downtown St. Augustine
Read full article: Despite approaching Nor’easter, Nights of Lights will shine on in downtown St. AugustineThe festivities are in full swing despite a Nor’easter forecasted to impact Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia this weekend.
Tell Us: Gloomy weather got you feelin’ blah or are you liking the break in the sunshine?
Read full article: Tell Us: Gloomy weather got you feelin’ blah or are you liking the break in the sunshine?Some of us around News4JAX have noticed the recent weather has got us feeling a little blah, especially since it’s getting darker earlier. How you feelin'?
VIEW RESULTS: Northeast Florida, southeast Georgia election results for Nov. 7, 2023 general election
Read full article: VIEW RESULTS: Northeast Florida, southeast Georgia election results for Nov. 7, 2023 general electionElections were held for 11 local offices across northeast Florida and southeast Georgia.
Northeast Florida, southeast Georgia voters head to polls next month for local elections
Read full article: Northeast Florida, southeast Georgia voters head to polls next month for local electionsWhile the first primaries and caucuses in the 2024 presidential nominating cycle are still several months away, some northeast Florida and southeast Georgia voters will be heading to the polls for Election Day on Nov. 7.