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Northeast Florida counties ramp up cold-weather preparations with shelters, warnings
Read full article: Northeast Florida counties ramp up cold-weather preparations with shelters, warningsCounties across northeast Florida are stepping up preparations as the National Weather Service forecasts overnight temperatures at or below freezing Sunday through Tuesday, officials said.
Foreclosures loom for 14 Jacksonville properties tied to problem landlord. What tenants can do next
Read full article: Foreclosures loom for 14 Jacksonville properties tied to problem landlord. What tenants can do nextJust weeks after the News4JAX I-TEAM exposed dangerous living conditions at a Westside apartment complex — including a massive sinkhole and residents going days without running water — the property has changed hands through a foreclosure.
VIDEO: Florida public school employee repeatedly hits autistic child on bus while driver laughs; ‘deeply disturbing’
Read full article: VIDEO: Florida public school employee repeatedly hits autistic child on bus while driver laughs; ‘deeply disturbing’Two Florida public school employees have been arrested following a child abuse investigation involving a 10-year-old student, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
‘Where would we go?’ Uncertainty surrounds future of Southside Tennis Courts in San Marco
Read full article: ‘Where would we go?’ Uncertainty surrounds future of Southside Tennis Courts in San MarcoQuestions are mounting about the future of the Southside Tennis Courts in San Marco as a city councilman plans a community open house without releasing details about proposed changes.
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Foreclosures loom for 14 Jacksonville properties tied to problem landlord. What tenants can do next
Read full article: Foreclosures loom for 14 Jacksonville properties tied to problem landlord. What tenants can do nextJust weeks after the News4JAX I-TEAM exposed dangerous living conditions at a Westside apartment complex — including a massive sinkhole and residents going days without running water — the property has changed hands through a foreclosure.
‘Where would we go?’ Uncertainty surrounds future of Southside Tennis Courts in San Marco
Read full article: ‘Where would we go?’ Uncertainty surrounds future of Southside Tennis Courts in San MarcoQuestions are mounting about the future of the Southside Tennis Courts in San Marco as a city councilman plans a community open house without releasing details about proposed changes.
Roadways reopened on Beach Blvd. near Carmichael after incident, JSO says
Read full article: Roadways reopened on Beach Blvd. near Carmichael after incident, JSO saysRoadways are closed on Beach Boulevard near Carmichael down to University due to police presence, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Jacksonville could see a record low this weekend. So how you can protect your home without busting your budget?
Read full article: Jacksonville could see a record low this weekend. So how you can protect your home without busting your budget?JEA shared important advice on Friday for customers to prepare their homes for the extreme cold this weekend.
Positively JAX: How a Jacksonville woman helps survivors of domestic violence find a way forward
Read full article: Positively JAX: How a Jacksonville woman helps survivors of domestic violence find a way forwardThis month’s Postively JAX winner is quietly doing work for a group of women that is sometimes unseen. For years, Deborah Williams has quietly shown up for victims and survivors of domestic violence.
‘Decent, safe and sanitary’: North Florida organization helps low-income residents weather cold snap
Read full article: ‘Decent, safe and sanitary’: North Florida organization helps low-income residents weather cold snapAs freezing temperatures approach Northeast Florida, the St. Johns Housing Partnership continues its three-decade mission of providing free home weatherization for fixed-income residents, helping them save money and stay healthy
Northeast Florida counties ramp up cold-weather preparations with shelters, warnings
Read full article: Northeast Florida counties ramp up cold-weather preparations with shelters, warningsCounties across northeast Florida are stepping up preparations as the National Weather Service forecasts overnight temperatures at or below freezing Sunday through Tuesday, officials said.
Former St. Augustine assistant police chief under investigation for PBO financial discrepancies
Read full article: Former St. Augustine assistant police chief under investigation for PBO financial discrepanciesA former assistant police chief in St. Augustine, Anthony Cuthbert, is under investigation by the state attorney’s office following the discovery of financial discrepancies in the St. Augustine Police Benevolent Organization (PBO).
Law enforcement K-9 units across US come to St. Augustine for training exercises to enhance effectiveness
Read full article: Law enforcement K-9 units across US come to St. Augustine for training exercises to enhance effectivenessLaw enforcement K-9 units from across the United States gathered in St. Augustine for specialized bloodhound training exercises focused on tracking missing persons and suspects.
Between Nassau, Clay, St. Johns counties, student lunch debt tops $450K
Read full article: Between Nassau, Clay, St. Johns counties, student lunch debt tops $450KCombined student meal account debt in Clay, Nassau, and St. Johns county school districts totals more than $450,000, with St. Johns County alone reporting more than $228,000, district records show.
Unanswered questions remain following a deck collapse in Ponte Vedra that injured multiple people
Read full article: Unanswered questions remain following a deck collapse in Ponte Vedra that injured multiple peopleJust one day after a deck collapse injured 13 people, many questions, including when the deck was last inspected, remain unanswered.
Southeast Georgia braces for extreme cold, community readies for weekend weather
Read full article: Southeast Georgia braces for extreme cold, community readies for weekend weatherExtreme cold is expected to affect Southeast Georgia this weekend, according to the National Weather Service, which issued an extreme cold warning for the area. Residents are preparing by bundling up indoors and stocking up on supplies to stay warm.
Search warrant FBI served at elections office near Atlanta seeks records tied to the 2020 elections
Read full article: Search warrant FBI served at elections office near Atlanta seeks records tied to the 2020 electionsThe search warrant FBI served at Fulton County elections office near Atlanta on Wednesday seeks records tied to the 2020 election, a county spokesperson said.
Slave descendants score a victory with voters in fight to protect their Georgia island homes
Read full article: Slave descendants score a victory with voters in fight to protect their Georgia island homesBlack landowners from a Georgia island community founded by freed slaves have won their latest property dispute with local officials at the ballot box.
St. Marys Elementary to temporarily relocate to local college for completion of bat removal
Read full article: St. Marys Elementary to temporarily relocate to local college for completion of bat removalSt. Marys Elementary School will remain closed Tuesday after school officials reported an “unexpected safety issue” that prompted the school’s closure on Monday morning.
Northeast Florida counties ramp up cold-weather preparations with shelters, warnings
Read full article: Northeast Florida counties ramp up cold-weather preparations with shelters, warningsCounties across northeast Florida are stepping up preparations as the National Weather Service forecasts overnight temperatures at or below freezing Sunday through Tuesday, officials said.
‘I raised a boy who doesn’t give up’: Fleming Island teen still fighting for his life after being hit by car in August
Read full article: ‘I raised a boy who doesn’t give up’: Fleming Island teen still fighting for his life after being hit by car in AugustA 14-year-old Fleming Island High student, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a crash while walking with his bicycle in August, continues to fight for his life in the hospital, his family told News4JAX.
Between Nassau, Clay, St. Johns counties, student lunch debt tops $450K
Read full article: Between Nassau, Clay, St. Johns counties, student lunch debt tops $450KCombined student meal account debt in Clay, Nassau, and St. Johns county school districts totals more than $450,000, with St. Johns County alone reporting more than $228,000, district records show.
Clay County teacher suspended over Charlie Kirk comments files lawsuit against Florida education commissioner
Read full article: Clay County teacher suspended over Charlie Kirk comments files lawsuit against Florida education commissionerA Clay County teacher who was suspended in September over comments they made about Charlie Kirk following his assassination has filed a lawsuit against Florida Education Commissioner Anastasios Kamoutsas, according to federal court dockets.
2 Clay County deputies injured when multiple dogs attack during response to call, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: 2 Clay County deputies injured when multiple dogs attack during response to call, sheriff’s office saysTwo Clay County deputies were injured Thursday night when they were attacked by multiple dogs while responding to a call on Foxtail Avenue in Middleburg, the Sheriff’s Office said.
Clay County siblings recovering after parents say they were injured in hit-and-run crash while riding e-scooter
Read full article: Clay County siblings recovering after parents say they were injured in hit-and-run crash while riding e-scooterClay County deputies are investigating a reported hit-and-run crash that injured two children on Monday inside a gated subdivision off Plantation Oaks Boulevard in Oakleaf.
Northeast Florida counties ramp up cold-weather preparations with shelters, warnings
Read full article: Northeast Florida counties ramp up cold-weather preparations with shelters, warningsCounties across northeast Florida are stepping up preparations as the National Weather Service forecasts overnight temperatures at or below freezing Sunday through Tuesday, officials said.
Dashcam, bodycam video captures arrest of Jacksonville man following dramatic chase in Nassau County
Read full article: Dashcam, bodycam video captures arrest of Jacksonville man following dramatic chase in Nassau CountyA Jacksonville man who was reportedly on the run from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office was captured in Yulee after the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office said the suspect led deputies on a dramatic high-speed chase that was recorded on a dash-cam.
Deputy recovering at home after shootout with man accused of killing his father in Baker County
Read full article: Deputy recovering at home after shootout with man accused of killing his father in Baker CountyA Baker County deputy was recovering at home Monday after being involved in a shooting with a man while responding to a domestic disturbance call on Saturday evening.
Suspect dies in hospital after killing his father, shooting Baker County deputy, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Suspect dies in hospital after killing his father, shooting Baker County deputy, sheriff’s office saysA man accused of fatally shooting his father inside a home, and then shooting and injuring a Baker County deputy on Saturday, died at the hospital, according to the Baker County Sheriff’s Office.
Baker County man found fatally shot in home, deputy shot, taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries
Read full article: Baker County man found fatally shot in home, deputy shot, taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuriesThe Baker County Sheriff’s Office said Saturday that a deputy was taken to the hospital after being shot in the arm by a suspect.
Palatka Housing Authority employee who stole over $150k from organization sentenced to 1 year, one day in federal prison
Read full article: Palatka Housing Authority employee who stole over $150k from organization sentenced to 1 year, one day in federal prisonAn employee with the Palatka Housing Authority pleaded guilty to funneling over $150,000 intended for the organization into a separate company that he controlled, the Department of Justice said Friday.
FHP releases images of possible vehicle involved in Putnam County hit-and-run crash that left man critically injured
Read full article: FHP releases images of possible vehicle involved in Putnam County hit-and-run crash that left man critically injuredThe Florida Highway Patrol released details and images of a possible suspect vehicle involved in a hit-and-run crash that nearly killed a 28-year-old man in Putnam County.
Putnam County man to spend life behind bars for deliberately crashing into ex’s home, pursuing her with gun
Read full article: Putnam County man to spend life behind bars for deliberately crashing into ex’s home, pursuing her with gunA Putnam County man has been sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of intentionally driving his vehicle into his ex-girlfriend’s house and pursuing her with a gun.
‘Only thing I caught was a pedophile’: Fisherman who called 911 honored after actions saved kidnapped 11-year-old
Read full article: ‘Only thing I caught was a pedophile’: Fisherman who called 911 honored after actions saved kidnapped 11-year-oldThe 911 caller credited with saving the life of an 11-year-old kidnapping victim was honored and presented with a Life Saving Award to recognize his actions.
15-year-old charged as an adult in connection with kidnapping of St. Johns County boy found in Flagler, sheriff says
Read full article: 15-year-old charged as an adult in connection with kidnapping of St. Johns County boy found in Flagler, sheriff saysA 15-year-old boy has been formally charged as an adult in connection with a kidnapping investigation involving a missing St. Johns County boy who was found in Flagler County in late December, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
Couple arrested for child, elder neglect after welfare check reveals severe cockroach infestation, deputies say
Read full article: Couple arrested for child, elder neglect after welfare check reveals severe cockroach infestation, deputies sayThe Flagler County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Palm Coast couple for child and elderly neglect after deputies said a welfare check uncovered severe cockroach infestation and egregious living conditions in their home.
Woman shot when she interrupts burglary at her home, shooter still being sought, deputies say
Read full article: Woman shot when she interrupts burglary at her home, shooter still being sought, deputies sayA woman was shot Monday morning when she interrupted an apparent burglary at her Columbia County apartment, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
Man, 19, suspected of killing his cousin in Lake City found dead in the woods: CCSO
Read full article: Man, 19, suspected of killing his cousin in Lake City found dead in the woods: CCSOA man suspected of killing his cousin in Columbia County Saturday evening was found dead in the woods, according to the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office.
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Jacksonville expands cold weather center services as temperatures drop to possible record lows this weekend
Read full article: Jacksonville expands cold weather center services as temperatures drop to possible record lows this weekendAs temperatures continue to plummet, Jacksonville officials have extended operating hours at The Legends Center to provide overnight shelter for those seeking warmth, while local shelters prepare for increased demand.
FLHSMV says all driver license exams will be administered in English only beginning Feb. 6
Read full article: FLHSMV says all driver license exams will be administered in English only beginning Feb. 6The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles announced that beginning Friday, Feb. 6, all driver license knowledge and skills examinations will be administered exclusively in English.
Gov. DeSantis announces ‘America 250 Florida’ celebrations, including events to celebrate George Washington’s birthday
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis announces ‘America 250 Florida’ celebrations, including events to celebrate George Washington’s birthdayFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference Friday morning to talk about the state’s “America 250″ celebrations that are planned for this year.
Roadways reopened on Beach Blvd. near Carmichael after incident, JSO says
Read full article: Roadways reopened on Beach Blvd. near Carmichael after incident, JSO saysRoadways are closed on Beach Boulevard near Carmichael down to University due to police presence, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
For the first time, an Extreme Cold Watch has been issued for our area. Here’s more on the bitter cold heading our way
Read full article: For the first time, an Extreme Cold Watch has been issued for our area. Here’s more on the bitter cold heading our wayA strong northwesterly wind will usher in bitterly cold air on Sunday. Morning temperatures will be in the teens and twenties and with the wind it will feel like the single digits and teens. An EXTREME COLD WATCH is in effect due to the bitterly cold wind chills. Highs on Sunday will only be in the low to mid 40s.
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-12 begins quarantine ahead of Space Station mission
Read full article: NASA’s SpaceX Crew-12 begins quarantine ahead of Space Station missionThe four crew members of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-12 mission began their routine two-week quarantine on Wednesday at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston ahead of their upcoming launch to the International Space Station.
Jacksonville could see a record low this weekend. So how you can protect your home without busting your budget?
Read full article: Jacksonville could see a record low this weekend. So how you can protect your home without busting your budget?JEA shared important advice on Friday for customers to prepare their homes for the extreme cold this weekend.
Positively JAX: How a Jacksonville woman helps survivors of domestic violence find a way forward
Read full article: Positively JAX: How a Jacksonville woman helps survivors of domestic violence find a way forwardThis month’s Postively JAX winner is quietly doing work for a group of women that is sometimes unseen. For years, Deborah Williams has quietly shown up for victims and survivors of domestic violence.
The 19th annual DONNA Marathon kicks off Friday. Here’s what you should know if you’re heading to the race
Read full article: The 19th annual DONNA Marathon kicks off Friday. Here’s what you should know if you’re heading to the raceThe 19th Annual DONNA Marathon, a longtime weekend tradition in the Jacksonville area, kicks off Friday.
‘You never know’: Woman who says she dated Jacksonville Navy sailor accused of marriage fraud scheme speaks out
Read full article: ‘You never know’: Woman who says she dated Jacksonville Navy sailor accused of marriage fraud scheme speaks outTwo local Navy sailors are facing federal charges in a marriage fraud scheme, according to court documents filed recently. One sailor has pleaded guilty, and authorities say the case involves multiple conspirators. A woman, who identified herself only as M, contacted News4JAX after the initial report, saying she dated one of the sailors involved and eventually turned him in.
Growing safety concerns push Normandy Boulevard to top of city’s priority projects list. But costs stand in the way
Read full article: Growing safety concerns push Normandy Boulevard to top of city’s priority projects list. But costs stand in the wayFDOT is considering improvements near Yellow Water Road as a potential first phase of Normandy Boulevard upgrades, part of a $300 million project addressing mounting safety concerns.
Jacksonville City Council member calls for withholding JTA funding over paratransit changes; ‘Makes no sense to me’
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council member calls for withholding JTA funding over paratransit changes; ‘Makes no sense to me’A Jacksonville council member is urging collective action to withhold JTA funding if the agency proceeds with changes to Connexion Plus, its paratransit service for seniors and disabled residents.
Info Sought: Animal control looking for those responsible in ‘deliberate act of violence’ that led to dog’s death
Read full article: Info Sought: Animal control looking for those responsible in ‘deliberate act of violence’ that led to dog’s deathAnimal Control and Protection Services (ACPS) is looking for the community’s help to pinpoint individuals responsible for abuse and neglect that led to a dog’s death.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Revival 250 comes to town in May
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Revival 250 comes to town in MayIn this episode of “This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition,” host Kent Justice talks with Revival 250 organizer Chris Widener and Bold City Church pastor Jason Masters about Revival 250—an upcoming faith-focused event scheduled for May 3 at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, with a national and international livestream.
Second arrest made in Christmas Eve shooting that left 55-year-old man dead, JSO says
Read full article: Second arrest made in Christmas Eve shooting that left 55-year-old man dead, JSO saysThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said on Thursday that it has arrested the second of two suspects accused of fatally shooting a man on Christmas Eve.
A troubled Westside apartment complex was overrun by squatters. New owners promise change
Read full article: A troubled Westside apartment complex was overrun by squatters. New owners promise changeA troubled apartment complex on Jacksonville’s Westside is now under new management following months of complaints from residents about unsafe and unsanitary living conditions, according to court records and city officials.
Florida couple in IVF biological baby mix-up hopes to find girl’s parents, their own child
Read full article: Florida couple in IVF biological baby mix-up hopes to find girl’s parents, their own childAccording to a report for our sister station WKMG in Orlando, a Florida family suing a Central Florida IVF clinic after giving birth to a baby who does not share their genetics said Thursday “there is hope that we will be able to introduce our daughter to her genetic parents and to find our own genetic child soon.”
Proposal that could lead to about 10,000 fewer food stamp recipients in Florida receives support from state House
Read full article: Proposal that could lead to about 10,000 fewer food stamp recipients in Florida receives support from state HouseA Florida House panel Thursday backed a wide-ranging plan that seeks to trim health-care regulations and carry out federal changes in programs such as food stamps and Medicaid.
Councilman pushes to bring rental registry to Jacksonville. What it could mean for renters
Read full article: Councilman pushes to bring rental registry to Jacksonville. What it could mean for rentersThe issue of absentee or neglectful landlords continues to be an ongoing problem for many renters across Jacksonville, with residents telling News4JAX they often struggle to get responses when maintenance issues arise.
Justice 4 All: Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office uses stealth boxes to catch speeders
Read full article: Justice 4 All: Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office uses stealth boxes to catch speedersSol and Nelson Lopez have called Jacksonville police several times about speeders in their neighborhood, but they said the problem persists. On "Justice 4 All," News4JAX anchor Jennifer Waugh gets answers from JSO and a city councilmember on what you can do if this is happening where you live.
Palatka Housing Authority employee who stole over $150k from organization sentenced to 1 year, one day in federal prison
Read full article: Palatka Housing Authority employee who stole over $150k from organization sentenced to 1 year, one day in federal prisonAn employee with the Palatka Housing Authority pleaded guilty to funneling over $150,000 intended for the organization into a separate company that he controlled, the Department of Justice said Friday.
‘It looked real’: Jacksonville nonprofit leader shares warning after scammers spoofed JEA phone number
Read full article: ‘It looked real’: Jacksonville nonprofit leader shares warning after scammers spoofed JEA phone numberA Jacksonville nonprofit leader says scammers used JEA’s phone number to try to pressure her into paying a bill she says she didn’t owe.
‘Only thing I caught was a pedophile’: Fisherman who called 911 honored after actions saved kidnapped 11-year-old
Read full article: ‘Only thing I caught was a pedophile’: Fisherman who called 911 honored after actions saved kidnapped 11-year-oldThe 911 caller credited with saving the life of an 11-year-old kidnapping victim was honored and presented with a Life Saving Award to recognize his actions.
Florida wildlife officials investigate 101 reported vulture deaths at state park
Read full article: Florida wildlife officials investigate 101 reported vulture deaths at state parkThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the reported deaths of dozens of vultures at Blue Spring State Park, according to an FWC spokesperson.
Viral TikTok video costs Florida nurse her license. Here’s what she said
Read full article: Viral TikTok video costs Florida nurse her license. Here’s what she saidAfter a Florida nurse lost her job over a viral TikTok video, state records show she’s now had her license taken away, as well, according to reporting from News4JAX sister station WKMG in Orlando.
Man arrested after firing shot from car during road rage incident in Neptune Beach, police say
Read full article: Man arrested after firing shot from car during road rage incident in Neptune Beach, police sayA man was arrested in connection with a road rage incident that happened earlier this month in Neptune Beach, according to the police department.
Dashcam, bodycam video captures arrest of Jacksonville man following dramatic chase in Nassau County
Read full article: Dashcam, bodycam video captures arrest of Jacksonville man following dramatic chase in Nassau CountyA Jacksonville man who was reportedly on the run from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office was captured in Yulee after the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office said the suspect led deputies on a dramatic high-speed chase that was recorded on a dash-cam.
‘I raised a boy who doesn’t give up’: Fleming Island teen still fighting for his life after being hit by car in August
Read full article: ‘I raised a boy who doesn’t give up’: Fleming Island teen still fighting for his life after being hit by car in AugustA 14-year-old Fleming Island High student, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a crash while walking with his bicycle in August, continues to fight for his life in the hospital, his family told News4JAX.
Mortgage Gamble: Inside the risky real estate deals leaving sellers on the hook
Read full article: Mortgage Gamble: Inside the risky real estate deals leaving sellers on the hookA News4JAX I-TEAM investigation found that a type of real estate transaction known as a “subject-to” mortgage deal can carry serious financial risks, including foreclosure, damaged credit and costly legal battles.
Estranged husband and wife dead in double shooting in Bradford County, deputies say
Read full article: Estranged husband and wife dead in double shooting in Bradford County, deputies sayA woman and her estranged husband died Thursday morning in a double shooting in Bradford County, the Sheriff’s Office said.
Volunteers brave cold to count people experiencing homelessness in Duval County
Read full article: Volunteers brave cold to count people experiencing homelessness in Duval CountyDespite the cold temperatures, dozens of volunteers were out Thursday morning across Jacksonville to help count people experiencing homelessness. This effort, spearheaded by the nonprofit Changing Homelessness, is part of the annual Point-in-Time Count.
