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List: Here’s what’s open, closed on Monday, 4th of July

The federal observance of the holiday falls on a Monday this year. While most businesses will be open for Independence day, others will be closed.

LGBT awards: Adele Roberts named role model of the year

The Radio 1 presenter receives "role model" award for opening up the conversation around bowel cancer.

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Birthday vigil honors Jacksonville teen who battled cancer for 2+ years

On Saturday, dozens of people showed up to an Inaugural Scholarship Walkathon in honor of 16-year-old Talen Birt.

United Way volunteers restore historic Eastside building on annual ‘Day of Action’

Volunteers with United Way of Northeast Florida are giving back to Jacksonville's historic Eastside neighborhood by sprucing up the former office building of Dr. Charles McIntosh, the city's first Black pediatrician.

Fraternities strike it out the park at their annual charity softball game

Some local fraternities came together for a fun game of softball on Saturday afternoon.

Thousands celebrate freedom with faith-based Juneteenth concert at Daily’s Place

Thousands gathered at Daily’s Place on Saturday for Jacksonville’s Juneteenth Celebration.

Rain doesn’t dampen spirit as community celebrates Juneteenth with annual Freedom Walk parade

With Juneteenth on Sunday, several Jacksonville organizations found ways to celebrate the now federal holiday early on Saturday.

Women veterans complete ‘soldier ride’ in Jacksonville Beach

The group biked to Jacksonville Beach from Mickler's Landing and made the trip back. Their mission is to raise awareness about mental health and post-traumatic stress and the toll it can take on women veterans.

Juneteenth 2022: What’s open, closed for the holiday?

Many state and local federal offices will be closed -- along with banks and other businesses.

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Juneteenth more than just a holiday for many Jacksonville organizations

Juneteenth is this weekend, and plenty of Jacksonville organizations have planned to celebrate the holiday.

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville kicks off ‘Month of Service’ in Paws-itively Jax fashion

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville launched the initiative Thursday with its first event -- walking the more than 125 dogs at the Jacksonville Humane Society.

Daughter honors father shot, killed in Grand Park with inaugural 5K

The daughter of a 72-year-old Jacksonville man shot and killed outside his house in Grand Park last October got the community together Saturday to honor his life.

Local veteran partners with nonprofit to clean laundry for veterans at no cost Saturday

A local veterans' advocate and social media influencer has teamed up with the volunteers from Current Initiatives to wash and dry loads of laundry for veterans in need at no cost Saturday at the Veteran Coin Laundry on Mayport Road.

‘Let’s stop adding to the list’: Families touched by gun violence demonstrate to spark change

Quench The Violence led a rally Saturday, hoping that the chants, signs and pictures would ensure the families’ message against gun violence was not only heard, but seen.

‘A very deep price’: Navy veterans honor ‘Battle of Midway,’ 80 years after historic fight

Navy veterans—and the nation—marked 80 years Saturday since the Battle of Midway, the decisive victory at sea that was the turning point in the fight for the Pacific during World War II.

Violence, blight spur police to create ‘We Love Bunnell’ clean-up day

Recent violence and increasing areas of blight in South Bunnell sparked the city's police department to respond with solutions instead of citations.

Loved ones march in memory of slain Raines football star

Family, friends and community leaders on Friday marched in memory of a Raines High School student who was shot and killed just hours after his graduation.

Grateful mother who escaped Ukraine with 3 children among dozens to receive free dental care

With help from Living Stream Church and Alpha Dental Management, at least 40 refugees from Ukraine received free dental care on Thursday at ASAP Atlantic Dental.

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We asked how you felt, following the Uvalde shooting. Here’s what you had to say.

Following last week’s elementary school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, you might still be experiencing some pretty loaded emotions.

Memorial Day services across Northeast Florida remember fallen service members

People came together Monday at Memorial Day services across Northeast Florida to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States armed forces.

Jacksonville all jazzed up: Hundreds enjoy music festival downtown

After a rough week in the news, hundreds of people flocked downtown on Saturday to enjoy the longstanding tradition of the Jacksonville Jazz Festival.

‘He could steal your heart’: Family, friends say goodbye to soldier killed by bear in Alaska

The Palatka-born Army paratrooper, who lived in St. Augustine, survived serving in Afghanistan before he was killed May 10 while training with a small group in a remote part of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska.

Some Jacksonville community pools begin opening Saturday

Jacksonville’s community pools will open in phases this year and the first phase began Saturday, ahead of Memorial Day.

9-year-old hopes her Positively Jax spirit spreads like glitter

May's Positively Jax winner is only 9 years old and she knows what she likes -- community service and pageants.

Northeast Florida assessment aims to help ensure ‘healthier quality of life’

In efforts to address the critical health needs of the Jacksonville community, the nonprofit hospital partnership announced the results of the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) study on Thursday at the Jessie Ball duPont Center.

Tell us: What do you feel, following the latest school shooting?

As another heavy week winds down, following an elementary school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, you might be experiencing some pretty loaded emotions.

County-by-county: Honoring service and sacrifice this Memorial Day around Northeast Florida

News4JAX offers a county-by-county look at events around Northeast Florida commemorating Memorial Day.

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South Ponte Vedra Park closed Monday-Wednesday this week

South Ponte Vedra Park will be closed this Monday through Wednesday to begin sand placement operations for the South Ponte Vedra Dune Restoration Project.

Will you be the lucky duck? Annual Ponte Vedra rubber duck race for charity is Sunday

Are you ready to see these ducks take to the water? Thousands of rubber ducks will be dumped into the Intracoastal waters below the Palm Valley bridge in Ponte Vedra at 1 p.m. Sunday.

Thousands of volunteers show up to place flags for Memorial Day at Jacksonville National Cemetery

American flags are now in place at every gravesite within the Jacksonville National Cemetery -- all 22,000 of them.

Uist left with no ferry service after MV Hebrides hits pier

The troubles affecting the MV Hebrides follows the withdrawal of another ferry for repairs.

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Readers with a connection to Ukraine tell all: ‘It pains me to know I will never see my dad’s grave’

Earlier this month, we asked you, readers and viewers, if you could relate to what’s happening in Ukraine.

After pleading guilty, Corrine Brown attends prayer rally at Jacksonville City Hall

City leaders and pasters are hoping prayers can be answered after recent violence in Jacksonville.

Woodpecker chicks rescued by JEA lineworkers last year ready to leave roost

When pileated woodpeckers made a home in a utility pole in Atlantic Beach last year, their drilling damaged the pole to the point it had to be replaced. But when lineworkers put in the new pole, they were careful to preserve the home of the woodpeckers, which are a protected species.

K9s For Warriors completes phase one of ‘mega-kennel’ training facility in St. Johns County

K9 For Warriors is one step closer to completing the world’s largest rescue to Service Dog training facility.

‘Emotional,’ ‘powerful’ ceremonies recognize 11 local officers among hundreds who died in line of duty last year

Agencies from Northeast Florida gathered with others from across the nation in D.C. to pay tribute to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

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Take a tour of homes and gardens in historic Springfield this weekend

If you've ever just wanted to take a look inside some of Jacksonville's most historic homes, now is your chance.

Do you have family in Ukraine? Have you ever fled a war-torn country?

A question for you, readers and viewers: Can you relate to what’s happening in Ukraine right now?

‘It’s been quite the journey’: Local father jumps rope across country for son who lost life to suicide

A local man who has been jumping rope across the country to raise awareness for those who have taken their own lives jumped his last mile Saturday in Jacksonville Beach.

Poker run in Jacksonville benefits veterans and fallen heroes

The ninth annual Boots on the Ground poker run and concert took play Saturday morning at the Flamingo Lake RV Resort in Jacksonville.

Soaring prices force families to turn to food banks as inflation also hurting food pantries

Families are not the only ones struggling with inflation rates soaring. According to Feeding America, food banks across the country are buying nearly as much food as they did last year, but are paying 40% more for that food.

‘It’s definitely worth it’: 4 wives share challenges, rewards of military spouse life

These are the stories of four military spouses who take this job very seriously. They are also teachers, coaches, counselors, veterans, and their biggest jobs military wives and moms. Their husbands have been deployed, at some point, leaving them behind at times that are never convenient.

We asked about your most memorable teachers: These responses are so pure

Tuesday marks National Teacher Appreciation Day, so leading up to the big occasion, we had to ask: Who was your favorite teacher, growing up? What made that person so special and memorable?

Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office investigating suspected shooting

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating reports of a shooting in the Moncrief area of Jacksonville.

Shopability Saturday highlights area businesses that employee those with Intellectual and Developmental Differences

Maple Street Biscuit Company is one of 150 IDD inclusive businesses across Jacksonville participating in Shopability Saturday, which allows customers to shop and dine at the inclusive businesses, which can be found on an interactive map at https://connectablejax.com/shopability/.

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Local show turns trash into fashion to benefit Matanzas Riverkeeper

A fashion show Saturday in St. Augustine is raising money for the Matanzas Riverkeeper with more than 100 models decked out in fashions created from trash.

Let’s celebrate! This group that helps Jacksonville kids is celebrating its 50th anniversary

For 50 years now, JaxPAL has been partnering with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, creating positive relationships between law enforcement officers and our community’s youth, through sports, educational and leadership programs.

Bicentennial Spotlight: Jacksonville’s LaVilla neighborhood played vital role in music idustry

You might not realize that many of the neighborhoods that now make up Jacksonville were once cities themselves.

Jacksonville woman’s vision is making a Positively Jax difference for community theater

April’s Positively Jax winner is all about the community and bringing the arts to everyone. Lori Newton had the vision for a community theatre years ago after reading a book.

Rehab center to distribute free ‘anti-drowning’ kits to families with children who have autism

In the state of Florida, drowning remains a leading cause of death in young children, but for kids with special needs, the risk goes up.

Jacksonville native leads Jaguars’ social responsibility efforts to support community

Hometown 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.

Go Baby Go: Children with limited mobility get personalized ride-on toy cars

Brooks Rehabilitation is helping young children with mobile disabilities become active.

Proposed Tennessee Bill Would Create 'Alternative Form Of Marriage'

The bill does not specifically target the LGBTQ+ community, but it’s designed to exclude them in this new common-law marriage.

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Canada police in final push against bridge protesters

Police on the Canadian side of a key US border crossing begin clearing protesters.

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Aberfan: Permanent home for disaster artefacts sought

There are fears items like the clock recovered from the disaster will be lost once their keepers die.

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Alexi Giannoulias backed by retiring U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush and supporters of Ald. Pat Dowell in bid for secretary of state

Alexi Giannoulias picks up endorsements in his bid for secretary of state from retiring U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush and supporters of alderman and former secretary of state candidate Pat Dowell.

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UN chief warns Lebanon Cabinet paralysis may dampen support

The U.N. chief has warned the continued paralysis of Lebanon’s government may dampen international support for this small Mideast country going through a “very dramatic” crisis

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‘Why Henry Cavill is right about Warhammer’

Radio 1 Newsbeat hears from superfans of the war game, after the actor spoke about his love for it.

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'David Amess was my best friend': Essex town in grief

Residents choke back tears on the streets of Leigh-on Sea as they remember their compassionate MP.

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Killamarsh deaths: Man arrested after four bodies found

A murder investigation is under way after the bodies were discovered in Killamarsh, Derbyshire.

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Iowa Town Rallies Around Former Afghan Interpreter Fighting For Asylum

The community has raised thousands of dollars to pay for Zalmay Niazy's legal fees.

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Ex-marine: I'm not leaving Kabul without my animal rescue staff

Founder of an animal sanctuary Pen Farthing urges ministers to get 71 people to safety in the UK.

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Covid: 'Pingdemic' threatens shop openings say supermarkets

M&S says it may have to reduce opening hours if more workers are forced to self-isolate.

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Nigerians call for international help on student abductions

Parents of the most recent group of students abducted in northern Nigeria are calling for international pressure on the government to help stop a series of kidnappings since December that have seized nearly 1,000 students

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Legislation would require utilities to start replacing toxic lead pipes throughout the state — except for in Chicago

At the behest of Mayor Lori Lightfoot, state lawmakers are allowing Chicago to continue leaving the dangerous pipes in the ground as crews wrap up a decadelong overhaul of the city’s aging distribution system.

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Blackpool lightning strike: Tributes paid to killed boy

The boy was taking part in a football coaching session when a thunderstorm hit Blackpool.

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Democratic U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos says she won’t seek reelection next year

Democratic U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos announced she would not seek reelection after serving since 2013 in a northwest and west central Illinois district that has trended increasingly Republican.

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Lake Villa man arrested with almost 3 kilos of cocaine and handgun, officials say

Anthony L. Brown, 38, was charged with the manufacture and delivery of more than 900 grams of cocaine, unlawful possession of more than 900 grams of cocaine, and being a felon in possession of a handgun, according to a news release.

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Chicago lags far behind other cities in getting rid of brain-damaging lead pipes. Even if Biden’s $45 billion replacement plan passes, city ‘is ground zero for this problem’

City officials estimated it will cost $27,000 to replace each of the 650 lead service lines they plan to dig out of the ground this year, far more than other cities have paid.

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Illinois legislators consider following Cook County in making Juneteenth an official holiday

“We grow up in the Black community not knowing our history, not knowing who we are,” she said. “It’s so important to teach young kids because we’re not taught to self-love. There’s no self-confidence or self-image because you open up books and you never see positive images of Black people.”

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Top cop: ‘Dedicated and decorated’ Chicago police officer dies by suicide on Far Southwest Side

“I know the CPD community is mourning, and that grief is deep and long-lasting. I know that it’s hard to take care of yourself and to reach out,” Brown said. “I also know that we need to do more to support each other — and we will.’'

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As COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Chicago’s hard-hit Latino communities, hope is revived but outreach to Spanish-speakers and skeptics still needed

“It’s heartwarming to be able to help and I’m glad that my community is finally getting what they need, but there’s gotta be a different way to reach them and make it easier for them to access these vaccines,” he said. “Not only to facilitate access but to also help them feel more comfortable getting it. There is so much misinformation out there.”

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Global community outpaces U.S. in administering new COVID vaccine

Global community outpaces U.S. in administering new COVID vaccine CBS News senior foreign correspondent Liz Palmer reports from London on the ongoing worldwide impacts of the coronavirus.

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ICYMI: A look back at Sunday's 60 Minutes

The last known slave ship and the community founded by its survivors

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United States Files False Claims Act Complaint against Community Health Network

The United States has filed a complaint against Community Health Network Inc. (Community) in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana, the Department of Justice announced today. The Act permits the United States to intervene and take over the lawsuit, as it has done here in part. The case is captioned United States and the State of Indiana ex rel. Thomas Fischer v. Community Health Network, Inc., et al. The claims in which the United States has intervened are allegations only, and there has been no determination of liability.

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6/08: Holes exposed in TSA terror watch list; Community demands firing of cop in Texas pool party incident

A new report found that the TSA doesn't have access to terrorist watch list data that would have flagged 73 airport workers; McKinney police officer Eric Casebolt was suspended after video was released showing his rough response to a disturbance at a Texas pool party.

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Mississippi community mourns slain police officers

Two Mississippi police officers were shot dead over the weekend during a traffic stop. The suspects in the shooting have all been arrested. Anna Werner reports.

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Australian man shot by ISIS supporters

Australian man shot by ISIS supporters Community members in Sydney, Australia fear tensions between Muslims may erupt after a Shi'ite community leader was shot in front of his wife and children. Network 10 Australia's Joe Hill reports.

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