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10 must-see historic bridges in Florida
Read full article: 10 must-see historic bridges in FloridaWhen it comes to bridges in Florida, there is plenty to see and explore. From historic to short, tall to long, there are a variety of monumental and breathtaking bridges to drive to. According to the National Day Calendar, November is Historic Bridge Awareness Month.
Shining a light on safety: Apps, tips for safe trick-or-treating
Read full article: Shining a light on safety: Apps, tips for safe trick-or-treatingWith Halloween being one of the deadliest nights of the year for child pedestrians, News4JAX wants to give trick-or-treaters the tools to have the safest night of frights possible.
‘Good stories, well told’: Tom Wills shares secret to 60 successful years as broadcast journalist
Read full article: ‘Good stories, well told’: Tom Wills shares secret to 60 successful years as broadcast journalistFor nearly five decades, you’ve allowed News4JAX anchor Tom Wills to come into your homes -- and these days straight to your phones -- to deliver the news. He'll do it for the last time on Friday before he enters a well-deserved retirement.
Cracking the code on negotiating with a cyber extortionist
Read full article: Cracking the code on negotiating with a cyber extortionistFrom Social Security numbers to banking information, both private and public entities are being targeted and are receiving the same message: “We have your personal data. Pay up, or you’ll face the consequences.”
2 SJC leaders want firefighter protection law expanded following 2011 St. Augustine gas station fire, explosion
Read full article: 2 SJC leaders want firefighter protection law expanded following 2011 St. Augustine gas station fire, explosionTwo St. Johns County leaders are pushing for significant changes at the state level to better protect firefighters who experience "line of duty" injuries or sicknesses.
Jiggle the card reader? Check the security tape? The old school red flags might not work for latest skimmer devices
Read full article: Jiggle the card reader? Check the security tape? The old school red flags might not work for latest skimmer devicesCard skimming has evolved. You’re not only at risk at the gas station anymore. Card skimmers were found locally at grocery stores, ATMS, marinas, and convenience stores.
The unlikely things in your home that can injure you, including pillows
Read full article: The unlikely things in your home that can injure you, including pillowsYou might not realize that pillows, beds and mattresses account for an estimated 906,000 injuries every year, based on emergency room data reported to the Consumer Product Safety Commission in 2022.
Running for Inclusion: Jeremy’s Journey in Honor of His Father
Read full article: Running for Inclusion: Jeremy’s Journey in Honor of His FatherIn the crisp late fall of 2021, Jeremy and his father, Chris Hebda, shared a special bond over their love for running. Their exhilarating 3-mile runs were more than just a physical activity; they were moments of connection and bonding between a father and his son. Chris, a long-distance runner himself, saw potential in Jeremy and encouraged him to pursue his passion for running.
Darling debut: Malayan tiger cub triplets make main exhibit entrance Thursday at Jacksonville Zoo
Read full article: Darling debut: Malayan tiger cub triplets make main exhibit entrance Thursday at Jacksonville ZooMina, Machli and Beppy have been spending the last four months mostly behind the scenes so they could bond with their mother, Cinta.
Robot rivals: 3 teams of JU engineering students compete for spot in regionals
Read full article: Robot rivals: 3 teams of JU engineering students compete for spot in regionalsThree teams of Jacksonville University engineering students will face off next week in a robotics competition for a chance to represent JU in the regional tournament in Atlanta.
What’s it like to celebrate a special occasion only every 4 years? Our viewers share their Leap Day stories
Read full article: What’s it like to celebrate a special occasion only every 4 years? Our viewers share their Leap Day storiesIn this special report, we speak with multiple people (and one dog) who were born on Feb. 29. It's an unusual birthday that only comes around every four years.
Scott Johnson’s message to other middle-aged guys: ‘It’s not over’
Read full article: Scott Johnson’s message to other middle-aged guys: ‘It’s not over’News4JAX Anchor Scott Johnson has decided to undertake the journey of building muscle. So he is partnering with Stryker Fitness in Clay County to see if he can still physically challenge himself like he did in his 20s.
‘That’s when they realized that I wasn’t dead’: Domestic violence survivor shares her story to help others
Read full article: ‘That’s when they realized that I wasn’t dead’: Domestic violence survivor shares her story to help othersJaw-dropping police body camera video shows officers sneaking three young children quietly through a window before they barge through the door and arrest the children's father: you had just stabbed their mother 17 times and left her for dead.
Lasting Legacy: Family of fallen Green Beret building park for first responders’ mental health
Read full article: Lasting Legacy: Family of fallen Green Beret building park for first responders’ mental healthThe family of a Baker County Green Beret hopes to make a lasting impact in his honor by saving the lives of local heroes after they lost their beloved hero in 2022.
Penguins welcome Santa to ZOOLights holiday village
Read full article: Penguins welcome Santa to ZOOLights holiday villageThe Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens' Colors of the Wild holiday ZOOLights experience launched Thursday night with a special encounter between the zoo's penguins and Jolly Old St. Nick.
‘A good doctor’: Prominent local obstetrician leaves behind lasting legacy as physician, mentor, family man
Read full article: ‘A good doctor’: Prominent local obstetrician leaves behind lasting legacy as physician, mentor, family manA mountain of a man has left this community. Dr. William Cody, a prominent local OB-GYN, died of cancer last week.
Finding Freedom: How do we fight crime and recidivism, with prevention or restoration?
Read full article: Finding Freedom: How do we fight crime and recidivism, with prevention or restoration?One of the main concerns for people in Jacksonville is crime. We see a revolving door for some people, with one arrest after another. What if we could help them become a thriving, healthy part of our community through rehab, counseling and support?
Ultimate Guide: Veterans Day parades to be held in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia this weekend
Read full article: Ultimate Guide: Veterans Day parades to be held in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia this weekendFlorida and Georgia are planning on showing honor and gratitude with multiple events around the area.
Saving The Swamp: Environmentalists, mining company at odds over dig near Okefenokee
Read full article: Saving The Swamp: Environmentalists, mining company at odds over dig near OkefenokeeEnvironmental activists are warning there will be contamination and devastating damage to the ecosystem in both Florida and Georgia if a company is allowed to come in and mine for minerals near the Okefenokee swamp. The company contends it won't do any harm and will bring money and jobs to the area.
WATCH LIVE: U.S. Navy Blue Angels fly over Jacksonville Beach skies one last time at 2023 Sea and Sky Air Show
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: U.S. Navy Blue Angels fly over Jacksonville Beach skies one last time at 2023 Sea and Sky Air ShowThe U.S. Navy Blue Angels are taking the skies of Jacksonville Beach for an amazing performance during the final day of the 2023 Sea and Sky Air Show Sunday.
Katie tries to ‘creep’ her cool with ‘fright’-fully fun tour of 13th Floor
Read full article: Katie tries to ‘creep’ her cool with ‘fright’-fully fun tour of 13th FloorIt's Friday the 13th and Halloween is a little over two weeks away. That means it's time for some frightening fun with a Morning Show tradition.
Remember this? Check out this Publix photo timeline to celebrate 93 years of business
Read full article: Remember this? Check out this Publix photo timeline to celebrate 93 years of businessPublix is celebrating 92 years of business on Tuesday. Its first store opened its doors to customers in Winter Haven on Sept. 6, 1930.
City of Jacksonville launches ‘Parks Master Plan Update’
Read full article: City of Jacksonville launches ‘Parks Master Plan Update’From now through October, community members can help imagine the future of the city’s park. The city plans to hold three virtual workshops to share the goals for the parks.
SnapJAX Stories: Rare pink grasshopper found on Palatka Farm
Read full article: SnapJAX Stories: Rare pink grasshopper found on Palatka FarmThis week’s SnapJAX stories brought me to a rural part of our area -- to a house on 40 acres in Palatka where we were looking for something that only 1% of the population will ever see: a pink grasshopper. Jackie Green, who owns the property, has enjoyed such a rare sighting TWICE.
‘Society needs to be prepared for disruption’: How AI might impact your life & the city of Jacksonville
Read full article: ‘Society needs to be prepared for disruption’: How AI might impact your life & the city of JacksonvilleBringing artificial intelligence to Jacksonville is one of the goals of a proposed $200 million University of Florida graduate school that would focus on innovating programs in medicine, business and engineering.
Unearthing the Past: Scientists discover fossils of mammoths, sabretooth cats, rhinos that once roamed Florida
Read full article: Unearthing the Past: Scientists discover fossils of mammoths, sabretooth cats, rhinos that once roamed FloridaFlorida is one of the richest states when it comes to paleontology, and new discoveries are being made every day.
Filthy Food: The gross things legally allowed in everyday food items might surprise you
Read full article: Filthy Food: The gross things legally allowed in everyday food items might surprise youWe're uncovering the unsettling truth about the critters and mold hidden in everyday meals. Plus, "healthy" foods that are actually full of pesticides.
With a scientist and some swabs, we uncover ‘The Dirty Truth’ about the surfaces you touch every day
Read full article: With a scientist and some swabs, we uncover ‘The Dirty Truth’ about the surfaces you touch every dayYou might be surprised about the gross stuff you touch all the time -- from your phone to your computer keyboard to your water bottle. Wait until you see what we found when we went out with a swab and a scientist.
Positively JAX: Jacksonville Beach gymnast 1 of 20 in country to qualify for national championship
Read full article: Positively JAX: Jacksonville Beach gymnast 1 of 20 in country to qualify for national championshipA 17-year-old Jacksonville Beach gymnast was one of only 20 picked across the country in his age group to compete in the men’s gymnastics national championship in Oklahoma City.
Joy Purdy celebrates victory over ‘High Anxiety’: One year later
Read full article: Joy Purdy celebrates victory over ‘High Anxiety’: One year laterJoy Purdy opened up last May about her debilitating fear of crossing bridges, and a local psychologist with Baptist Health helped give her the tools she needed to overcome her "High Anxiety." The solution worked not only for Joy but for viewers looking for relief from their own fears.
Clearing the Air: Misinformation about THC and pregnancy can lead to serious, harmful effects
Read full article: Clearing the Air: Misinformation about THC and pregnancy can lead to serious, harmful effectsExperts warn misinformation about the use of THC products during pregnancy and breastfeeding are dangerous for moms and their babies.
National Pet Day: We’re celebrating with your paw-fectly adorable photos 📷
Read full article: National Pet Day: We’re celebrating with your paw-fectly adorable photos 📷Today is National Pet Day! And we want to see the non-human members of your family -- whether they’re four-legged, furry, feathered or fearsome.
Black History Month: Explore Jax Core sheds light on Jacksonville’s Black History
Read full article: Black History Month: Explore Jax Core sheds light on Jacksonville’s Black HistoryEach tour is about two hours and Copeland makes 10 stops throughout the city. Many of the stops don’t have any markers to indicate how prominent these locations used to be.
How conditions from depression to ADHD can be treated with mild electric currents to the brain
Read full article: How conditions from depression to ADHD can be treated with mild electric currents to the brainNews4JAX is taking a closer look at little-known therapies that use electricity as a non-invasive way to treat certain medical conditions.
Local 12-year-old creates award-winning computer program after ‘chance encounter’ fleeing war-torn Ukraine
Read full article: Local 12-year-old creates award-winning computer program after ‘chance encounter’ fleeing war-torn UkraineViktoriia Galushchak recently won 1st place in Computer Science at the North Florida Regional Science and Engineering Fair. The story behind her science project is unforgettable.
JSO sergeant retiring, passing beloved bloodhound to new K9 handler
Read full article: JSO sergeant retiring, passing beloved bloodhound to new K9 handlerJacksonville Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Charlie Byrd started training bloodhound Patriot when he was only 8 weeks old. Now Byrd’s furry companion will be getting a new handler because Byrd is retiring.
Positively JAX winner uses NICU experience to fill need in community
Read full article: Positively JAX winner uses NICU experience to fill need in communityAs Brittany Hutto watches her 4-year-old son thrive, she never forgets the challenging days in the hospital and the friends she met during his 115 days in the NICU.
One year later: Local mother shares gut-wrenching decision to flee war-torn Ukraine
Read full article: One year later: Local mother shares gut-wrenching decision to flee war-torn UkraineOlga Galushchak planned to stay in Ukraine with her husband and their two children, ages 12 and 4, but that changed just a week after the war started.
‘Representation matters’: Husband, wife attorney team want boutique firm to inspire next generation
Read full article: ‘Representation matters’: Husband, wife attorney team want boutique firm to inspire next generationBlack attorneys make up only 5% of the U.S. population, according to the American Bar Association. One Jacksonville law firm is working to change the narrative and inspire others to get into the legal field while also working to make a difference in their community.
‘You’re helping somebody through it’: Justice Coalition has new executive director
Read full article: ‘You’re helping somebody through it’: Justice Coalition has new executive directorJacksonville’s top victim and survivor support group, the Justice Coalition, has a new executive director. Robert Bracewell took on the role after its former executive director stepped aside last month, and one of his goals is to make the coalition more visible in the community.
Operation Cold Case: No arrests 32 years after murder of 22-year-old Air Force veteran
Read full article: Operation Cold Case: No arrests 32 years after murder of 22-year-old Air Force veteranThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is shining a light on the case of Glenn Morris, a 22-year-old U.S. Air Force veteran and father who was killed in Singleton Park in August 1990.
First Coast Crime Stoppers has paid over $1.1M in 20 years — and only 60% claim reward
Read full article: First Coast Crime Stoppers has paid over $1.1M in 20 years — and only 60% claim rewardIt’s been 20 years since First Coast Crime Stoppers was created in our area, and over the last two decades, the anonymous crime-fighting tool has paid out more than $1.1 million in reward money and helped bring closure to so many local families.
Cold sweat that can be good: 5 tips for running in chillier weather
Read full article: Cold sweat that can be good: 5 tips for running in chillier weatherWhile it’s not as comfortable and it might be easier to lose motivation this time of year, colder winter days shouldn't prevent you from running outside.
Charity plans to place 20 ‘Little Free Diverse Libraries’ around Duval County
Read full article: Charity plans to place 20 ‘Little Free Diverse Libraries’ around Duval CountyA Jacksonville charity is giving people access to books in mobile libraries called “Little Free Diverse Libraries” that will be all around Duval County.
Local orthodontist wants to inspire young people to ‘wear the white coat’ some day
Read full article: Local orthodontist wants to inspire young people to ‘wear the white coat’ some dayNews4JAX is celebrating Black History Month the whole month of February by showcasing local Black men and women making a difference in the community. Dr. Khalil Orsborn is one of the only Black orthodontists in Jacksonville.
How long was the pizza left out? So is it still safe to eat? We sliced to the truth at a local science lab
Read full article: How long was the pizza left out? So is it still safe to eat? We sliced to the truth at a local science labNow that the big game is over you might be wondering what to do with any leftover pizza you might have. Dr. Dale Casamatta, a biology professor at UNF, helped us test several pizzas to answer whether pizzas left out can generate much bacteria.
Guns, Drugs & Gangs: An inside look at how Jacksonville police address violent crime
Read full article: Guns, Drugs & Gangs: An inside look at how Jacksonville police address violent crimeJacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters believes high-tech, targeted crime fighting will help decrease violence as the city struggles with a high number of shootings and homicides. In January, JSO allowed the I-TEAM to spend several days and nights with special units attached to the project.
‘Perseverance, grit’: 1st woman to compete on ‘Last Blade Standing’ ready to strike
Read full article: ‘Perseverance, grit’: 1st woman to compete on ‘Last Blade Standing’ ready to strikeThis season there will be 64 competitors in "Last Blade Standing," a contest -- inspired by the hit TV show "Forged In Fire" -- to see who can make the strongest and finest sword.
Hundreds up to ‘Challenge’ to support Wolfson Children’s Hospital
Read full article: Hundreds up to ‘Challenge’ to support Wolfson Children’s HospitalParents whose children have ended up needing care at Wolfson Children's Hospital for one reason or another all said events like Saturday’s 14th annual "Challenge" race mean the world to them.
Jags fan meets Titans fan he taunted on doorbell cam during UPS delivery
Read full article: Jags fan meets Titans fan he taunted on doorbell cam during UPS deliveryJags fan and Orlando UPS driver Declan Meehan went viral with his written taunt to Titans fan Jeff Nickel -- and the two met in person at Saturday's big game in Jacksonville.
Caught on camera: UPS driver (and Jags fan) taunts Titans fan during delivery
Read full article: Caught on camera: UPS driver (and Jags fan) taunts Titans fan during deliveryThe rivalry is real -- and some good-natured banter between Jaguars fans and Titans fans is certainly to be expected. But one UPS driver in Orlando delivered an unexpected message to a homeowner -- who happened to be a rival fan.
16-year-old figure skater from Orange Park chases dream of becoming Olympian
Read full article: 16-year-old figure skater from Orange Park chases dream of becoming OlympianA 16-year-old competitive figure skater from Orange Park has big dreams of competing on Spain’s Olympic figure skating team, and she’s already well on her way.
‘I can’t even believe it. I’m thankful’: Community packs Riverside restaurant on last day of business
Read full article: ‘I can’t even believe it. I’m thankful’: Community packs Riverside restaurant on last day of businessJudging by the crowd inside Southern Roots Filling Station Saturday morning, it would be hard for some to believe it was the last day the popular vegan restaurant would be open for business.
DUI crash survivor who lost brother, unborn twins now pays for NYE Uber rides for others
Read full article: DUI crash survivor who lost brother, unborn twins now pays for NYE Uber rides for othersA woman who lost her brother and her unborn twins in a DUI crash is turning her pain into action. This is her second year of paying for Uber rides for those who had too much to drink and should not be behind the wheel on New Year's Eve.
We laughed, cheered & cried: Most memorable Morning Show moments of 2022
Read full article: We laughed, cheered & cried: Most memorable Morning Show moments of 2022Looking back over 2022, we chose our top 10 memorable moments from The Morning Show and collected them here for you to revisit and reminisce – or maybe see for the first time!
‘Good, bad or ugly, we are history’: New Year’s Day marks 100 years since Rosewood massacre
Read full article: ‘Good, bad or ugly, we are history’: New Year’s Day marks 100 years since Rosewood massacreSunday, Jan. 1, 2023, will mark 100 years since an angry, racist mob invaded and destroyed the town of Rosewood after a white woman falsely accused a Black man of assaulting her.
White squirrels, Casanova Killer, sago palm dangers: The digital features that fascinated you in 2022
Read full article: White squirrels, Casanova Killer, sago palm dangers: The digital features that fascinated you in 2022From white squirrels and poisoned puppies to a Jacksonville serial killer and local entrepreneurs, our News4JAX.com team worked hard this year to showcase a variety of special content for our online audience.
Corley Peel says goodbye to News4JAX, heads home to be with twin sister who’s battling lung cancer
Read full article: Corley Peel says goodbye to News4JAX, heads home to be with twin sister who’s battling lung cancerIt was an emotional Sunday morning as anchor and reporter Corley Peel said goodbye to viewers and coworkers after five years. But the moment was made a little more special by a surprise TV appearance by Corley’s twin sister Chelsea who made the long trip from Texas to support her.
Jacksonville’s deadly violence trending upward in 1st half of 2022 -- but not where you might think
Read full article: Jacksonville’s deadly violence trending upward in 1st half of 2022 -- but not where you might thinkJacksonville experienced a significant dip in its violent crime numbers last year, but hopes that the drop might be a chance to trend in the right direction are dwindling midway through 2022.
Did you know Jacksonville’s Florida Theatre is behind one of Elvis’ most iconic looks?
Read full article: Did you know Jacksonville’s Florida Theatre is behind one of Elvis’ most iconic looks?The Florida Theatre, which has been anchored in downtown Jacksonville for nearly a century, is behind one of Elvis Presley's most iconic looks.
Jacksonville’s historic role in the founding of Southern rock
Read full article: Jacksonville’s historic role in the founding of Southern rockTheir names are world-famous: Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Allman Brothers Band, 38 Special, Molly Hatchet. Not as well known, however, is that those bands are among several who together pioneered a new kind of music nearly 60 years ago in Jacksonville. As the city celebrates its bicentennial, Southern rock endures and still thrives today.
‘She was lucky’: Sago palm almost killed my dog. Here’s what you need to know.
Read full article: ‘She was lucky’: Sago palm almost killed my dog. Here’s what you need to know.Two years ago, my 1-year-old puppy almost died from sago palm poisoning. I'm sharing my family's story — and what I've learned since — hoping you won't have to go through the same ordeal.
Bicentennial Spotlight: Jacksonville’s LaVilla neighborhood played vital role in music idustry
Read full article: Bicentennial Spotlight: Jacksonville’s LaVilla neighborhood played vital role in music idustryYou might not realize that many of the neighborhoods that now make up Jacksonville were once cities themselves.
Jacksonville native leads Jaguars’ social responsibility efforts to support community
Read full article: Jacksonville native leads Jaguars’ social responsibility efforts to support communityHometown woman T-Neisha Tate has a pretty sweet job. She was promoted by the Jaguars from director of programs to vice president of social responsibility and impact in the summer of 2020.
Tracking white squirrels: These rare animals appear to be living in at least 3 areas of Jacksonville
Read full article: Tracking white squirrels: These rare animals appear to be living in at least 3 areas of JacksonvilleIn your yard or a park, you probably see a squirrel at least once a day. But have you ever seen a white one? And just because it’s white doesn’t mean it’s albino.
Why do we become addicted to things? Recognizing the top 10 most common addictions
Read full article: Why do we become addicted to things? Recognizing the top 10 most common addictionsThe Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration says additction happens gradually, but it always begins with experimentation.