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A wildfire burned 1,500 acres in Brantley County and remained zero percent contained Tuesday night. While the danger grew, neighbors stepped up to help those who lost everything.

A nearby wildfire prompted Brantley County Schools to evacuate students from two schools Tuesday as a precautionary measure.

Jacksonville Fire and Rescue has issued an immediate burn ban for all of Duval County as dangerous wildfire conditions grip the area.

A growing wildfire near the Clay–Putnam county line has left smoke lingering across nearby neighborhoods, including along White Tail Trail, where scorched patches of land and haze show how close the fire has come to homes.

Wildfires don’t just burn. When they get intense enough, they can generate their own weather. We’re talking tornadoes, powerful wind systems, and even thunderstorms.

A 25-year veteran and patrol officer with the St. Augustine Police Department, accused in a domestic-related incident, resigned after he was charged with two felony counts related to written or electronic threats to kill or cause bodily harm.

Smoke reduces visibility and heightens health concerns across affected areas

Clay County and state fire officials warned residents Tuesday that a massive wildfire burning near the Clay–Putnam county line could be just the beginning as exceptionally dry conditions and gusty winds fuel what’s expected to be a long—and busy—wildfire season.

President Donald Trump says the United States is indefinitely extending its ceasefire with Iran at Pakistan’s request as he waits for a unified proposal from the Islamic Republic.

The massive Railroad Fire burning near the Clay–Putnam County line continues to grow—now spanning around 3,000 acres and only about 10% contained.

A four-month investigation into HealthLink Jax is nearing its conclusion, according to a Jacksonville city councilman who initially raised concerns about potential illegal misconduct and misuse of taxpayer dollars.

A man who stopped to break up a fight outside a Putnam County school ended up seriously injured after a group of students turned on him Friday afternoon, according to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office.

The Supreme Court’s term is packed — birthright citizenship, presidential removals, voting rules, transgender sports and more. Constitutional law expert Rod Sullivan joins News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton on this week’s episode of Politics & Power to discuss what’s at stake and why it matters to you.

Small businesses are spending more on marketing in 2026, even with inflation worries—but many owners still aren’t confident they’re putting those dollars in the right places. In this episode, Constant Contact’s Dave Charest explains why the most effective “one-two punch” remains social media plus email, and why email delivers more control and more reliable engagement than algorithm-driven social feeds. We talk about the trap of chasing every new platform, how focusing on one channel and building an opt-in audience can drive real revenue, and why retaining existing customers may outperform constantly chasing new ones. Charest also shares practical ways small businesses can use AI to save time without losing authenticity, plus simple automation ideas that keep marketing working even when you’re busy running the business. Finally, he offers clear, actionable priorities for the rest of 2026—and what trends may surprise business owners in the months ahead.

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Monique and Adam Madrid share how a simple idea for a comedy festival grew into the LOL Jax Film Festival, now Jacksonville’s largest local film and comedy festival. On "Voices of the 904," the duo reflects on building a platform that connects filmmakers, comedians, musicians, and creatives while advocating for stronger support and recognition for Jacksonville’s growing film industry.