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CHANNEL 4


Spread holiday cheer by donating to the Channel 4 Toy Drive! ๐ŸŽ

Channel 4 is looking for a few good elves to help make a childโ€™s Christmas merry and bright.

Duval County School Board holds safety & security workshop

The Duval County School Board will hold a Board Workshop on October 10, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.

Student loan payments return after over 3-year pause. Tell us: How will this change affect your household?

The pause on student loan payments is days away.

LIVE: Mayor Deegan, emergency officials to give update on Hurricane Idalia

Mayor Donna Deegan and Officials will share updates regarding Hurricane Idalia at noon.

LIVE: JEA holds news briefing ahead of Hurricane Idalia

LIVE: JEA holds news briefing ahead of Hurricane Idalia

Press the play button above to watch live.

LIVE: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Largo as Tropical Storm Idalia approaches

Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a press conference in Tallahassee ahead of Tropical Storm Idalia at 9 a.m.

Brace yourselves: Jacksonville property tax bills are going in the mail and theyโ€™re going to be higher

Jacksonville is mailing out TRIM (truth in millage) notices Friday. Itโ€™s the first look at what your property tax bill will be this year -- and unfortunately, that bill will be higher than last year.

Kicks for the Kids sends over 1,000 students back to school with a new pair of shoes

Local non-profit and News4JAX has now helped more than 16,000 new pairs of shoes find a child in need over 10 years.

๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ–๏ธ Art, who goes there? Color us crazy about National Coloring Book Day

Show us your skills by coloring the Channel 4 logo

4 the Kids: Print your own Channel 4 logo

Celebrate National Coloring Book Day by printing out a Channel 4 logo to decorate your refrigerator door.

WATCH: George Winterling: Man for All Seasons

A reflection of longtime Channel 4 Chief Meteorologist George Winterling.

Road to redemption: David James wins 2023 โ€˜Oh Say Can You Singโ€™ title

Getting a second shot in the 10th anniversary of the 'Oh Say Can You Sing' competition, David James used his second chance to win the crown.

Clay County Sheriffโ€™s Office announces new forensic K-9

Say hello to K-9 Ripley!

2023 โ€˜Oh Say Can You Singโ€™ Finalist: Brittany Wescott

Brittany Wescott was the runner-up on Season 1 of 'Oh Say Can You Sing' with the closest vote ever, 41-40 percent.

2023 โ€˜Oh Say Can You Singโ€™ Finalist: Nayana Sen

Nayana Sen finished fourth in Season 6 of 'Oh Say Can You Sing'.

2023 โ€˜Oh Say Can You Singโ€™ Finalist: Zoe Bell Pruitt

Zoe Bell Pruitt finished third in Season 5 of 'Oh Say Can You Sing'.

2023 โ€˜Oh Say Can You Singโ€™ Finalist: David James

David James, who finished third in Season 4 of 'Oh Say Can You Sing', will compete for a second shot at the title.

Second shot: โ€˜Oh Say Can You Singโ€™ celebrates 10 years with 4 former performers

To cap off a decade of delighting local audiences, four former 'Oh Say Can You Sing' finalists get another shot at the title and some big prizes.

Mary Baer recalls George Winterling, the lifetime gardener

For 50 years on WJXT, forecasting temperatures, rainfall and storms was the biggest role of this legendary meteorologist who โ€œlived and breathedโ€ weather. George Winterling was also known, both to his television fans and to his neighbors in Beauclerc, for his love of gardening.

Share your favorite George Winterling memories

Let us know how WJXT-Channel 4 Chief Meteorologist Emeritus, George Winterling, impacted your life.

From filling huge shoes, to leaving a lasting legacy: Mary and John are ready for the next chapter

We are celebrating Mary and John, who have spent the last three decades on your TV. 30 years of telling your stories, sharing what's going on in your neighborhood and more. Now it's time for us to hear their stories.

ICYMI: A walk down memory lane and an official passing of the torch

The News4JAX Creative Services Department put together some special ads spreading the news of John and Maryโ€™s retirements on May 31.

Channel 4 news anchor Tom Wills shares his special memories of Mary Baer and John Gaughan

I'd like to share with you a couple of my John and Mary memories. I want to start with some of the very first comments that former news anchor Deborah Gianoulis and I made about Mary 30 years ago--and we stand by them today. "Mary Baer has fit into our newsroom from the first day she got here. It seems like she's been here all along."

Colleagues and friends of Mary Baer and John Gaughan say good-bye and thank you

Mary Baer and John Gaughan have belonged to this community for 30 years, and it's a big sacrifice to work until 11:30 at night -- or, come into work -- when you're telling everyone else to shelter in place during a storm. Also, to share, in the joy and the sadness in the stories you tell. They have served you so well. But Mary and John also belong to us here at News4JAX, as colleagues and friends. The conversations that happen OFF AIR -- have created relationships that will last a lifetime.

What question do you have for Mary Baer and/or John Gaughan?

By now you may have heard that both Mary Baer and John Gaughan are retiring from Channel 4 after 30 years. John and Mary started within months of each other in 1992.

Mayoral Candidate Forum: What questions do you have?

We are a little more than two weeks away from Jacksonvilleโ€™s election day โ€“ and next week, News4JAX is going to take a closer look at some of the issues impacting our community.

Mayoral Candidate Forum to air on Channel 4 and First Coast News, May 3, 7 p.m.

We are a little more than two weeks away from Jacksonvilleโ€™s election day โ€“ and next week, News4JAX is going to take a closer look at some of the issues impacting our community.

There are many ways to vote in the upcoming election, how will you do it?

By now you know thereโ€™s an election coming up on May 16. But, you likely also know that you donโ€™t have to wait until then to vote.

Mary Baer looks back on โ€˜ride of a lifetimeโ€™: 30 years at Channel 4

It feels like the blink of an eye; 30 years at Channel 4! Itโ€™s been a whirlwind of emotions, reflecting on the countless stories Iโ€™ve had the honor to bring to our viewers.

Bittersweet announcement: Mary Baer and John Gaughan to retire from WJXT-TV after 30 years

1992....the year Bill Clinton was elected president, the Olympic games were held in Barcelona, Jay Leno debuted on the Tonight Show and John Gaughan and Mary Baer joined the team at WJXT-TV, Channel 4 in Jacksonville.

Former News4JAX reporter passes after short battle with cancer

Candice Coleman worked as a reporter for News4JAX for two years.

Mayoral candidates ready to take stage, debate Jacksonvilleโ€™s future

During Wednesday nightโ€™s debate at Jacksonville University, youโ€™ll get to hear from them directly as they address issues like crime and violence and affordable housing. You can watch it live at 8 p.m. on Channel 4, News4JAX+ or News4JAX.com.

TELL US: What do you think about mandatory menstrual cycle reporting for high school athletes?

The Florida High School Athletic Association's 16-member board of directors, made up of 14 men and 2 women, will vote on whether or not to make high school athletes report on their menstrual cycle.

Positively JAX winner made a difference for 40 years connecting Channel 4 with community

Tracy Gaffney is someone who you rarely saw on TV, but she helped identify the needs of the community and how a local television station could help fill the gap.

uSay: Vote in our News4JAGS polls

Itโ€™s game day, Jaguars fans!

Childrenโ€™s Christmas Party of Jacksonville to gift toys to 4,000 kids on Saturday

The Children's Christmas Party of Jacksonville returns to serve the River City's children in need.

In the spirit of giving: Jacksonville community brings plethora of donations for 12th annual toy drive

Many Duval County residents with big hearts made a small gesture to impact the lives of local children by donating Christmas gifts to the 12th annual Channel 4 Toy Drive on Thursday.

Positively JAX: Donate to the Channel 4 Toy Drive

Channel 4 is collecting toys for underprivileged children and we need your help.

Whatโ€™s your favorite memory of The Morning Show?

You helped make The Morning Show the most-watched morning news in Jacksonville for the past 10 years. Now we want to celebrate with you!

๐ŸŒก๏ธ John Gaughan celebrates 30 years at WJXT

Chief Meteorologist John Gaughan celebrates 30 years of working at WJXT-Channel 4.

Border Classic on Friday: Bolles faces Brunswick in primetime showdown

All games will be streamed on News4JAX+ and select games will be broadcast live on WJXT Channel 4. We look at the matchups.

Border Classic on Saturday: Defending champs Madison County, Fitzgerald collide

The Border Classic presented by Bakerโ€™s Sports puts high school football in the spotlight this week, with seven games over three days.

Border Classic on Saturday: Coffee and St. Augustine face off

The Border Classic presented by Bakerโ€™s Sports puts high school football in the spotlight this week, with seven games over three days.

Border Classic on Thursday: Creekside faces Glynn Academy

The Border Classic presented by Bakerโ€™s Sports puts high school football in the spotlight this week, with seven games over three days. All games will be streamed on News4JAX+ and select games will be broadcast live on WJXT Channel 4. We look at the matchups.

TODAY: Border Classic games give Florida-Georgia teams a different experience

Itโ€™s Border Classic week as News4JAX and WJXT head to the Peach State for seven games of high school football action.

POLL QUESTION: Have you had a family member or someone close to you overdose?

New data released by Project Opioid on Wednesday showed overdose deaths increased 11% nationwide in 2021. Between December 2020 and December 2021 there were 538 overdose deaths in Duval County, a 3% increase from the year before, according toย The Changing Overdose Crisis in JAX.

UK broadcaster to air satirical musical on Prince Andrew

Prince Andrew will be the subject of a satirical TV musical in the latest season of shows from U.K. broadcaster Channel 4.

Sheriff Debate Analysis: Who did the best job getting their message out?

After the five candidates who want to tackle Jacksonville's biggest law enforcement issues squared off Wednesday night on Channel 4, an analyst with the Jacksonville Public Policy Institute shared what he considered the biggest takeaways from the debate.

YouTube TV customers experiencing temporary outage with News4JAX & other local stations

News4JAX viewers with YouTube TV accounts contacted The Local Station on Tuesday afternoon, saying they were having issues watching WJXT.

๐Ÿ”’ Insider: LIVE Sheriffโ€™s Debate Chat

Join us during the Jacksonville Sheriff's Debate on Wednesday, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m. for a LIVE chat.

4 finalists face off tonight for yearโ€™s โ€˜Oh Say Can Youโ€™ Sing title

The four finalists in the 2022 Oh Say Can You Sing competition are really excited to show off their talents.

Flag Day: Receive a free US flag on Tuesday by donating to USO

News4JAX invites you to help our local USO and receive a free flag on Flag Day.

A stench in time: How Jacksonvilleโ€™s stink played a role in the cityโ€™s history

Newer residents might not know, but the River City once had a reputation for a pretty nasty smell that was so bad it could make you sick to your stomach.

WJXT-TV and News4JAX.com awarded 2022 Regional Murrows

WJXT-TV Channel 4 and News4JAX.com are the recipients of two 2022 Regional Edward R. Murrow awards.

Legendary meteorologist describes Jacksonville during his childhood in the 1940s

As we mark the 200th anniversary of Jacksonville, we turn to a longtime resident to take us back in time to the Jacksonville he remembers. George Winterling moved to our area in 1941. He was just a boy; his father moved the family from New Jersey when Winterling was about 10 years old.

Sunshine and Peaches: Border Classic will match Florida-Georgia high school football teams

High school football on News4JAX and WJXT Channel 4 returns this fall and expands to the Peach State, with the Border Classic at Glynn County Stadium in Brunswick on the way.

Spoofing! Scammers pretending to be calling from WJXT try and dupe viewers

A local woman called News4jax this week asking about a call she received from someone who appeared to be contacting her from our news station.

Runners ready to go as milestone 45th Gate River Run arrives

Runners ready to go as milestone 45th Gate River Run arrives

After two years plagued by COVID-19 precautions, the Gate River Run actually feels like the event of old. The 45th installment of the event, which will be televised on WJXT Channel 4 and streamed on News4JAX.com, is Saturday morning.

๐Ÿ”’ Insiders Only: Super Bowl pick โ€˜em poll

Play along in our News4JAX Insider Super Bowl pick 'em poll.

Help is on the way; Positively JAX food donations picked up for families

Feeding Northeast Florida picked up thousands of items donated in the Positivley JAX food drive on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

More than 1,200 toys donated so far to Channel 4 Toy Drive

Thanks to News4JAX viewers, 1,235 toys had been collected as of Thursday morning as part of Channel 4โ€ฒs Positively JAX Toy Drive.

News4JAX viewers spread holiday cheer by donating to Channel 4 Toy Drive

Channel 4โ€ฒs Positively JAX Toy Drive kicked off Wednesday.

Local woman warms hearts with reason she donated to Channel 4 Toy Drive

Lucinda Jones purchased bicycles and dropped them off around 9 a.m. Wednesday. She said she loves to give back.

Advertise with WJXT, WCWJ and News4Jax.com

WJXT Channel 4 The Local Station, WCWJ 17 and News4Jax.com offer a variety of opportunities to reach our audience, including ad placements, section sponsorships and integrated cross-media campaigns.

Positively JAX: Donate to the Channel 4 Toy Drive

Channel 4 is collecting toys for underprivileged children and we need your help.

WATCH LIVE: President Biden discusses war ending in Afghanistan

WATCH LIVE: President Biden discusses war ending in Afghanistan

President Biden delivers remarks on ending the war in Afghanistan.

Itโ€™s National Dog Day and News4Jax wants to feature your pup!

Itโ€™s National Dog Day and News4Jax wants to feature your pup!

We are celebrating by sharing your fur-bulous pup pics all day long.

Bold City Showcase: Oakleaf, Orange Park bring football rivalry out of Clay County for a night

Bold City Showcase: Oakleaf, Orange Park bring football rivalry out of Clay County for a night

A Clay County football rivalry is headed out of town โ€ฆ just for a night.

GameDay Live: Jags at Saints

GameDay Live: Jags at Saints

Turn on Channel 4 to watch the game live or open this story for tweet-by-tweet action from New Orleans.

Jaguars in prime time tonight

Jaguars in prime time tonight

The opening look at the new Jaguars under Coach Urban Meyer was a bit of a letdown. Can the Jaguars change things up tonight when they take on the New Orleans Saints in front of a national audience?

How to protect yourself from QR code scams

How to protect yourself from QR code scams

The Better Business Bureau warns to watch out for suspicious QR codes, because they could put that info at risk.

Share your back-to-school photos with us on SnapJAX

Share your back-to-school photos with us on SnapJAX

We want to see your studentโ€™s back-to-school photos!

French push against domestic abuse may overlook some police

French push against domestic abuse may overlook some police

The death of a 31-year-old woman who was shot and burned alive by her former husband has focused attention on the long-taboo subject of domestic violence among French police officers.

Thanks for choosing News4JAX in July, Jacksonville

Thanks for choosing News4JAX in July, Jacksonville

News4JAX is again Jacksonvilleโ€™s top choice for local news after winning morning, early and late news for adult viewers ages 25-54, according to the Nielsen Companyโ€™s July measurement.

WJXTโ€™s Freddie Rhodes honored at Jacksonvilleโ€™s Ken Knight Awards

WJXTโ€™s Freddie Rhodes honored at Jacksonvilleโ€™s Ken Knight Awards

A longtime member of the Channel 4 family was honored Thursday night at the second annual Ken Knight Awards in Jacksonville.

Donate shoes to Kicks for the Kids

Donate shoes to Kicks for the Kids

Kicks for the Kids is collecting shoes for students who might not have shoes to wear to school.

Goodwill goes virtual for its signature celebrity fashion show

Goodwill goes virtual for its signature celebrity fashion show

Goodwill of North Florida's annual awards ceremony and celebrity fashion show -- "Striving to Succeed" -- will be streamed online and shown on Channel 4 at 12:30 p.m. Thursday.

WATCH LIVE: Officials in Surfside provide update on search and recovery efforts

WATCH LIVE: Officials in Surfside provide update on search and recovery efforts

Officials in Surfside, Florida, provide an update on search and recovery efforts in the wake of a deadly condo collapse.

Fernandina Beach restaurant declared structurally unsafe by city

Fernandina Beach restaurant declared structurally unsafe by city

A restaurant in Fernandina Beach has been declared structurally unsafe.

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Ron DeSantis holds press conference in Tallahassee

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Ron DeSantis holds press conference in Tallahassee

Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a press conference regarding Tropical Storm Elsa at the State Emergency Operations Center on Saturday, July 3rd.

WATCH LIVE: Gov. DeSantis, officials provides update on Surfside building collapse

WATCH LIVE: Gov. DeSantis, officials provides update on Surfside building collapse

Governor Ron DeSantis, LT. Governor Jeanette Nuรฑez & Florida Division of Emergency Management Director Kevin Guthrie will address the press in Surfside.

Boy Scouts help properly dispose of American flags in solemn ceremony

Boy Scouts help properly dispose of American flags in solemn ceremony

Hundreds of you brought your tattered and faded American flags to Channel 4 on Flag Day, and we gave you a new one in exchange. A group of local Boy Scouts helped us retire and properly dispose of your flags in a solemn, meaningful ceremony.

Green meteor streaks across the skies of Jacksonville

Green meteor streaks across the skies of Jacksonville

Did you see it?

Jaguars preseason game vs. Saints to air on WJXT

Jaguars preseason game vs. Saints to air on WJXT

The Jaguars' second preseason game of 2021 will be seen on WJXT, Channel 4. The game against the New Orleans Saints is scheduled for Monday night, Aug. 23.

News4JAX hosts flag giveaway to celebrate Flag Day

News4JAX hosts flag giveaway to celebrate Flag Day

News4JAX wants to help you celebrate Flag Day by giving away American flags.

Ratings tell the story: Channel 4 is most-watched TV station in Jacksonville

Ratings tell the story: Channel 4 is most-watched TV station in Jacksonville

Channel 4, The Local Station, was the most-watched television station in the Jacksonville market for the 2020-2021 broadcast season, according Nielsen Media Research.

Floridaโ€™s record budget; new bills signed into law; upcoming special legislative session

Floridaโ€™s record budget; new bills signed into law; upcoming special legislative session

On this edition of โ€œThis Week in Jacksonville,โ€ state Sen. Audrey Gibson and state Rep. Cord Byrd discuss the recent legislative session, the record-setting state budget, newly signed bills and the upcoming special session.

News4Jax Meteorologist Rebecca Barry signs off after 15 years

News4Jax Meteorologist Rebecca Barry signs off after 15 years

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. โ€“ The News4Jax family has some bittersweet news: Monday is Meteorologist Rebecca Barryโ€™s last day. After getting a degree in meteorology from Mississippi State, News4Jax gave Rebecca the mic, and she never let it go. When hurricanes battered the state, Rebecca not only did the weather, but also chipped in to help families in need. โ€œIโ€™m deeply grateful for the years working at The Local Station,โ€ Rebecca said. โ€œItโ€™s been my honor to be your meteorologist,โ€ Rebecca said.

Tornado watch for NE Florida, SE Georgia expires

Tornado watch for NE Florida, SE Georgia expires

The tornado watch has been canceled in the Georgia counties of Brantley, Camden, Charlton and Glynn. The tornado watch continues until 6 p.m. in the Florida counties of Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Clay, Duval, Gilchrist, Nassau, Putnam, St. Johns and Union. The National Weather Service has canceled a tornado warning for Clay and Duval counties. The watch continues for Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Clay, Duval, Nassau, Putnam, St. Johns and Union counties in Georgia. Tornado Warning including La Crosse FL, Brooker FL, Worthington Springs FL until 3:30 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/qcJrcaIkP1 โ€” NWS Jacksonville (@NWSJacksonville) March 18, 2021This comes as a Tornado Watch continues across Southeast Georgia and Northeast Georgia until 6 p.m.

WATCH LIVE: Press Secretary Jen Psaki holds White House briefing

WATCH LIVE: Press Secretary Jen Psaki holds White House briefing

Carianne Luter is a social media producer for News4Jax and has worked at Channel 4 since December 2015. She graduated from the University of North Florida with a degree in communications.

WATCH LIVE: President Joe Biden delivers remarks on foreign policy

WATCH LIVE: President Joe Biden delivers remarks on foreign policy

Carianne Luter is a social media producer for News4Jax and has worked at Channel 4 since December 2015. She graduated from the University of North Florida with a degree in communications.

WATCH LIVE: Georgia Governor Kemp to give update on COVID-19

WATCH LIVE: Georgia Governor Kemp to give update on COVID-19

Carianne Luter is a social media producer for News4Jax and has worked at Channel 4 since December 2015. She graduated from the University of North Florida with a degree in communications.

News4Jax studio manager celebrates 50 years with Channel 4!

News4Jax studio manager celebrates 50 years with Channel 4!

The year Freddie Rhodes started at Channel 4, a gallon of gas cost 40 cents, the microprocessor was first invented and Disney World opened in Orlando. A 53-year broadcast radio veteran, Freddie -- who is legendary for his baritone voice and size 17 shoes -- clearly has no problems committing. News4Jax celebrated with Freddie five years ago for his 45th anniversary, so we knew we had to come back even bigger this year. Itโ€™s your old friend, George.โ€Mayor Lenny Curry even recognized Freddieโ€™s long term of exceptional service with News4Jax and declared Jan. 15, 2021, as Freddie Rhodes Day in Jacksonville! โ€œI want to take this time to congratulate my man, Freddie Rhodes, you know youโ€™re one of my favorites.

News4Jax changing programming for the holidays

News4Jax changing programming for the holidays

Tune in to Channel 4 on Christmas Day and youโ€™ll likely notice some changes to our programming. Weโ€™re airing an abbreviated programming schedule on Christmas so that our employees can spend more time with their families over the holidays. Another item of note: on Christmas Eve, weโ€™ll carry a special performance by the acclaimed Gracias Choir. You can watch the same performance on Christmas Day starting at 11 a.m. The choir will sing some of your favorite Christmas carols as you and your loved ones celebrate the holiday.

News4Jax viewers spread holiday cheer by donating toys to kids in need

News4Jax viewers spread holiday cheer by donating toys to kids in need

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. โ€“ Channel 4 devoted Thursday to collecting toys to help make it a merry Christmas for children in need. Viewers dropped off new and unwrapped toys that will go to children across the River City. So weโ€™re blessed to be a blessing.โ€One of the first vehicles into the parking lot Thursday morning was a truck from Maxwell House -- filled with toys! โ€œWe have been collecting the toys for the kids since the beginning of the summer,โ€ Archie Harris, Line Coordinator at Maxwell House Coffee Co, said. Like I said we have a good working staff over the Maxwell House.

Christmas tree brightens Jacksonvilleโ€™s James Weldon Johnson Park

Christmas tree brightens Jacksonvilleโ€™s James Weldon Johnson Park

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. โ€“ Its officially Christmas time in Jacksonville - the switch was flipped on Tuesday night, lighting the tree downtown. At 6:15 p.m., the lights on the tree lit up, showcasing the beautiful blue, red and gold ornaments. This year the tree lighting was virtual, so many people watched at home on their tv screens. โ€œThis is a very special time of the year for everyone, and we just love to see the lighting of the Christmas tree, especially in Jacksonville,โ€ Steward said. Last year during the demolition, the ceremony was moved to the park, formerly known as Hemming Park.

Spread some holiday cheer: Donate to Toys for Tots

Spread some holiday cheer: Donate to Toys for Tots

Channel 4 is partnering with ACE Hardware and Toys for Toys to collect toys for children, and you can help. New, unwrapped toys can be dropped off at participating ACE Hardware locations in Northeast Florida from now through Dec. 8. Donated toys can also be dropped off at Channel 4 at 4 Broadcast Place. And weโ€™re hosting a toy drive at Channel 4 on Dec. 10, so if you stop by that day, weโ€™ll make sure your donated toys get delivered. That toy drive will run from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.Itโ€™s worth mentioning that the drop-off process will be a little different this year.

#Thankful: Local babies born on Thanksgiving!

#Thankful: Local babies born on Thanksgiving!

Carianne Luter is a social media producer for News4Jax and has worked at Channel 4 since December 2015. She graduated from the University of North Florida with a degree in communications.

Trending above average to round out the weekend

Trending above average to round out the weekend

Highs will sit in the mid to low 80s with partly sunny skies and a 20%-30% chance for showers. Right now the launch is a go and will take off at 7:27 p.m. You can catch the launch live on Channel 4. By Sunday evening a cold front will move in from the northwest leaving us with cooler air come Monday morning. Monday morning those across SE GA could see lows in the upper 40s and low 50s across NE FL. Thanks to the passing cold front we will keep the fall-like weather with daily highs in the upper 60s low 70s and lows in the mid to low 50s through the next week.

Biden planning to give prime-time address tonight

Biden planning to give prime-time address tonight

(Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)Joe Biden is expected to speak during prime time Friday night. Kamala Harris is expected to speak before Joe Biden. We will let you know as soon as that information become available. You will be able to watch the address on Channel 4 or right here on News4Jax.com.

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