Florida’s coast is welcoming its first right whales of the winter season. New images from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) confirm sightings near Amelia Island, including a mother whale with her calf and two adult females.

A Yulee restaurant will reopen Monday morning days after it and a restaurant on Blanding Boulevard suddenly closed their doors, prompting a lawsuit against the majority owners of the eateries.

A lawsuit has been filed against the owners of a restaurant in Yulee after they “temporarily closed” its doors.

An Ohio mother of three is now facing three counts of child abuse after Nassau County deputies said she left her three young children by themselves at a Florida welcome center.

Añejo Cocina Mexican restaurant in Yulee closed its doors abruptly leaving dozens looking for work.

A New York man has been accused in the deaths of four children in a crash along Interstate 95 in Nassau County last year, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

At Central Park in Fernandina Beach, the community gathered to honor transgender people who lost their lives to violence.

A convicted felon who was just released from prison may be headed back to the slammer after Nassau County Sheriff’s Office deputies said he bludgeoned, robbed and then carjacked a disabled man.

The Northeast Florida Association of Realtors October Market Statistics report revealed a trend of increased inventory and moderate price growth, signaling a stabilizing market.

The Fernandina Beach City Commission will issue a proclamation for Transgender Day of Remembrance at 6 p.m. Tuesday at City Hall.

Multiple homes in a Fernandina Beach subdivision woke up Saturday morning to a not-so-cheery sight: Their Christmas decorations were damaged.

A former Nassau County Sheriff’s Office deputy was arrested and accused of battery and using “unnecessary and unjustified” force on an intoxicated person, according to the Nassau County Sheriff’s Department (NCSD).

The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office said Friday it is investigating the discovery of human remains found in Four Creeks State Forest in Callahan.

Notices were issued in January for a water pipe break, in May due to an electrical issue caused by a storm, and again in September, October, and twice this month.

Baptist Health just opened an emergency and imaging center in Yulee, and it’s already looking toward future expansion.

Attorneys with the law firm of Pajcic & Pajcic will give an update Thursday afternoon on a lawsuit involving a logging truck accident in Nassau County.

Attorneys with the law firm of Pajcic & Pajcic will give an update Thursday afternoon on a lawsuit involving a logging truck accident in Nassau County.

Live updates for the Presidential race, U.S. Senate, Congress, Florida Legislature and Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia-area races

Live updates for the Presidential race, U.S. Senate, Congress, Florida Legislature and Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia-area races

Results for Nassau County races in the general election

A 20-year-old man was killed late Tuesday evening when his car slammed into a semi in Nassau County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A new list ranking the top school districts in Florida featured St. Johns, Clay and Nassau counties in the Top 10.

It’s nearly fall and the pumpkin patches, hayrides, haunted houses, and more spooktacular events are back!

Sex offenders also have specific rules about what they can and can't do around Halloween, depending on what county they live in. We've compiled a county-by-county breakdown of those rules and regulations.

Women have been and are still a pivotal part of picking a president. According to YouGov, top issues for women in 2024 include the economy, health care, the cost of housing, criminal justice, gun policy, foreign policy, and abortion.

Democrats pushed to get a constitutional amendment on New York’s ballot this November because they believed it could energize liberals eager to protect abortion rights.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is partnering with three local shelters for a free pet adoption event and festival at the Seawalk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach this weekend.

The theme will be, “New York, New York”.

A Jacksonville police officer accused of stalking and kidnapping an ex is expected in court Thursday morning. Brian Housend will face a judge for his arraignment in Nassau County at 8:30 a.m. He is already suspended.

Increased storm surge in Nassau County is expected to peak around 2:46 p.m. on Thursday. Those in Zones A and D are encouraged to evacuate immediately.

Officials said they were not giving an evacuation order, but some residents should consider going to a designated shelter or other safe place for the duration of the storm.

A county-by-county look at expected wind speeds, rainfall totals and when the worst conditions are expected (as of 3 p.m. on Wednesday):

The Nassau County Emergency Operations Center is giving community members hands-on training to help save a life.

More than 30,000 customers were without power across all providers in Nassau County Friday morning after Hurricane Helene left downed trees and powerlines in its wake, according to officials.

Nassau County elections officials announced revisions to its vote-by-mail ballot schedule due to Hurricane Helene.

Amelia Island Dining Month is in full service mode. 24 restaurants are participating in the experience to offer diners a foodie experience with a lot of flavorful variety and more. Beside exposing people to new flavors, $1 dollar from every meal goes to the Barnabas Center. This organization strives to provide food for families in Nassau County experiencing food insecurity. Coast inside the Ritz Carlton Amelia Island is doing their part and Jana sat down with Executive Chef of the Ritz Carlton Resort, Garrett Gooch, to learn more. www.ameliaisland.com/diningmonth

Nassau County officials said Thursday morning residents should complete any last-minute preparations for their property as Hurricane Helene intensifies and is expected to bring strong tropical force winds and the possibility of tornadoes throughout the evening.

Almost a year before Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office officer Brian Housend was arrested in Nassau County and accused of stalking and armed kidnapping of a woman he had a previous relationship with, Housend was investigated by JSO after he was accused of making racist and homophobic statements.

Voters in two Nassau County communities will be electing local leaders in the November general election. In Fernandina Beach, there are elections for mayor and three seats on the city commission. Hilliard voters will elect three members of the town council from among four candidates on the ballot.

A Southside Jacksonville business hopes to catch the people responsible for burglarizing their shop after it was hit for the third time in less than two years.

Multiple Fernandina Beach businesses got a break from the constant downpours of rain on Friday.

Brian Housend, 42, is accused of harassing and threatening a woman that he was once in a relationship with.

American Beach has a storied history of being a safe place for Black Americans, and one woman made sure the beach’s history wasn’t erased.

The deadline for Nassau County homeowners to appeal their property tax assessments is Sept. 13.

A large alligator was spotted enjoying an early Friday morning stroll on Fernandina Beach.

Fernandina Beach Mayor Bradley Bean issued a local state of emergency for the city Thursday night after downpours caused significant flooding that impacted homes and businesses.

Florida State College at Jacksonville (FSCJ) will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday morning to unveil its new commercial vehicle driving program at the Nassau Center in Yulee.

Some saw the elusive sun Tuesday, while many saw more rain.

Five people were arrested in connection to a vehicle burglary spree in Nassau County.

City of Fernandina Beach staff members with the Stormwater Department are working to evaluate and address drainage issues as rain continues to cause widespread flooding across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.

A man from St. Marys died in a rear-end crash on Interstate 95 in Nassau County Friday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A Nassau County home builder has been arrested and is facing 12 charges related to construction fraud.

Asher Humphrey went surfing on the south side of the Amelia pier in Fernandina Beach on Tuesday, and it started like any other session.

Police in the suburbs of New York City have made the first arrest under a new local law banning face masks.

Nearly 200 people were killed in the U.S. by impaired drivers over the Labor Day holiday weekend in 2022.

In a significant move to combat gun violence and streamline the legal process for firearm-related cases, the 4th Judicial Circuit has launched a new Gun Offender Violence Court.

Sunday is the last day for voters around Northeast Florida to cast an early, in-person ballot ahead of the state’s primary election on Tuesday, for congressional, state and local races.

The City of Fernandina Beach will host a homecoming parade Friday to celebrate Olympic skateboarder Poe Pinson, who placed fifth in the Women’s Street final at the Paris Olympics.

2024 primary election results for local races in Nassau County

The City of Fernandina Beach will host a homecoming parade Friday to celebrate Olympic skateboarder Poe Pinson, who placed fifth in the Women’s Street final at the Paris Olympics.

Barnabas is dedicated to offering assistance and hope to individuals and families across Nassau County, aiming to enhance their stability, health, and overall well-being. As the county’s sole comprehensive service center, Barnabas is committed to fostering thriving, healthy communities. The organization upholds the belief that every person deserves the chance to lead a healthy and productive life, which in turn strengthens the entire community.

Monday marks the first day of school for most students across Northeast Florida.

Multiple counties in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia are eligible for federal assistance after Tropical Storm Debby.

If you have any questions or issues with your child’s bus, we have the numbers for each district’s transportation department and bus hotline.

To help reduce the population of homeless pets, the Nassau Humane Society (NHS) offered free spay-neuter services over the summer.

Hot, humid, muggy and buggy

A spokesperson with Nassau County Emergency Management told News4JAX on Monday that local officials received a handful of reports of washed-out culverts, downed trees, and downed powerlines as Tropical Storm Debby brought wind and rain.

Nassau County’s Ocean, Highway & Port Authority is the governing body for the Fernandina Port, and has policy-making, budgeting, and general oversight responsibilities for all port activities. In District 1, incumbent commissioner Miriam Hill faces a challenge from Danny Fullwood.

Tropical storm watches are warnings were issued in many parts of Florida as Potential Tropical Cyclone 4 approaches the Gulf this weekend.

The Nassau County school board member for District 4, Cynthia Grooms, is seeking re-election, facing Kristi Simpkins.

The current superintendent, Kathy Burns, is seeking re-election, facing one challenger, Curtis Gaus. As both candidates are Republicans, and no Democrats or other candidates qualified for the race, their Republican primary in August will be open to all voters in the county, regardless of party affiliation.

Nassau County Clerk of Court and Comptroller John Crawford announced his retirement earlier this year, following the end of his fourth term in the office. Two Republicans, Mitchell Keiter and Allan Reynolds, are seeking the office. As no other candidates qualified for the race, the August primary will be open to all Nassau County voters, regardless of party affiliation.

Voters around northeast Florida will be able to cast an early, in-person ballot as soon as Monday for the state’s August 20 primary, which includes congressional, state, and local races.

Between an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump and an-all new presumptive Democratic nominee, a lot has changed in the last week and a half politically. What has also changed is the number of people switching parties in Duval County.

A lengthy reinforcement project to better protect a bridge in Nassau County that helps connect Florida to Georgia along I-95 is underway.

Nassau County Clerk of Court officials are warning of scam phone calls that ask people to pay money or be arrested.

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued Wednesday afternoon until 3 p.m. for Duval and Nassau counties.

Kimberly Kessler, who is serving a life sentence for killing her former co-worker, Joleen Cummings, is asking for her murder conviction to be thrown out.

A man who shot and killed a Nassau County deputy during a traffic stop almost three years ago will learn his fate Wednesday.

City leaders in Fernandina Beach on Tuesday night approved a waterfront park that the city has been talking about for decades.

A Yulee man was arrested Monday for allegedly assaulting law enforcement and other charges related to the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol.

There’s a lot to love about Fernandina Beach and city leaders hope to capitalize on that charm with a new waterfront park.

Two years into Florida’s new form of standardized student testing, two northeast Florida school districts once again have the leading scores in the state, marking student progress at the end of the year.

The arrest of four women accused of pulling off multiple heists at stores in Nassau County highlights a greater issue of organized retail theft.

A New Jersey 20-year-old man appeared in court Thursday after he allegedly flew from his home to Florida to assault another gamer.

A 20-year-old man is accused of second-degree murder after he allegedly flew from New Jersey to Fernandina Beach and attacked a man with a hammer inside his home.

A county legislature outside New York City has voted to to bar transgender female athletes from playing on girls’ and women’s teams at county-owned facilities after a bid to restrict trans athletes by executive order was thrown out in court.

A 20-year-old man is accused of second-degree murder after he allegedly flew from New Jersey to Fernandina Beach and attacked a man with a hammer inside his home.

A 20-year-old man is accused of second-degree murder after he allegedly flew from New Jersey to Fernandina Beach and attacked a man with a hammer inside his home.

The discovery, weighing 71.4 pounds, was made after a watchful citizen spotted suspicious contents washed up on the shore, the sheriff’s office said.

A well-known hotel located near the Main Beach Park access in Fernandina Beach has reopened after undergoing major renovations.

For the first time in Nassau County, Florida Power & Light gave out hurricane meal kits to some of the area's older residents on Monday.

Thousands of people gathered to celebrate Pride at the annual Fernandina Beach Pride Parade and Festival on Saturday morning.

Fernandina Beach Pride Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization focused on supporting, connecting and enriching the Nassau County LGBTQ+ community, will hold its fourth annual Parade and Festival on Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Historic Fernandina Beach’s Central Park.

WJXT The Local Station is proud to be named media sponsor of the 2024 Fernandina Beach Pride Parade and Festival.

Patrick McDowell’s attorneys made one last push in court Monday morning to keep the man who pleaded guilty to killing a Nassau County deputy off death row.

Patrick McDowell and his attorneys will be back in Nassau County court Monday for what’s known as a Spencer hearing before he is sentenced.

A 26-year-old daycare worker at the Step-by-Step Learning Center in Yulee is accused of child abuse.

His family reached out to News4JAX and said he suffers from mental illness and is without his medication.

A driver and passenger died Tuesday after a crash on U.S. Highway 17 in Nassau County.