A brush fire that prompted temporary evacuations in a Nassau County neighborhood Saturday is now 98% contained, officials said, after firefighters and forestry crews spent hours working to stop the flames from spreading near homes in the Fernandina Beach area.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office and partner law enforcement agencies conducted a countywide DUI Wolfpack Operation in March, targeting impaired drivers across the county.

Sunday will feature a mix of sun and clouds with temperatures in the 80s. In fact, near-record highs are likely. The record high temperature on Sunday at Jacksonville International Airport is 91 degrees set in 2017. If you have any outdoor plans for Easter, make sure to keep an eye to the sky. An isolated shower or storm is possible, but activity won’t be widespread.

A large brush fire has prompted the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office to evacuate homes on Keel Court.

A man was taken to the hospital on Saturday morning after he was shot while playing dice in the Moncrief Park neighborhood, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

A countdown from Mayor Donna Deegan kicked off Riverfront Palooza Saturday morning, as families sprinted into Jacksonville’s largest egg hunt.

It’ll feel more like early summer inland, with temps climbing to near 90 degrees (close to record levels: Gainesville 91/1974) thanks to a warm southerly flow and strong mixing.

All eastbound lanes of 103rd St. are closed at Batley Rd. due to a traffic crash, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

A Jacksonville Beach couple’s March 27 wedding unexpectedly drew hundreds of teens attending Senior Skip Day. They cheered, then quietly watched the vows. The viral video shows a respectful, feel-good moment.

This weekend will feature a mix of sun and clouds with temperatures in the 80s. In fact, near-record highs are likely on Sunday. The record high temperature on Sunday at Jacksonville International Airport is 91 degrees set in 2017. A front will approach our area from the north on Monday. It will turn breezy and much cooler with a northeasterly wind. Highs will be in the 70s on Monday with a few showers and storms.

Groundwork Jacksonville and Greenscape of Jacksonville will plant 70 native shade trees along the Emerald Trail S-Line on Friday.

Data obtained by News4JAX from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office reveals the city’s most dangerous road intersections — and the numbers may surprise drivers who use them every day.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Unit is investigating the death of a 64-year-old former inmate who died at a local hospital Friday, the agency said.

A Palm Coast mother says her family remains traumatized after her son received violent Xbox threats, and she is demanding answers after court records show the case was dismissed following a years-long investigation.

A St. Johns County man is facing multiple charges after deputies say he pulled a knife during a fight and stabbed another person last week.

If you are looking for a night of comedy and seduction, there’s a new play coming to the Alhambra that’s been described as heartwarming and unconventional.

A woman who was among the bystanders who rushed to help after a school bus full of kindergartners was rear-ended by a semi Thursday morning told News4JAX she was thankful the injuries weren’t more severe.

The Artemis II astronauts have captured Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they zoom ever closer to the moon.

Nationally known civil rights attorneys Ben Crump and Harry Daniels will be returning to Jacksonville on Friday to talk about yet another case concerning the use of force by members of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

Jason Goodrich started an online petition calling for expanded trade programs in Duval County schools. District leaders have since invited News4JAX to tour their career and technology campuses for a firsthand look at what is already available to students.

News4JAX Meteorologist Katie Garner breaks down what you need to know for Jacksonville's weekend weather, especially if you're heading to the Clay County Fair. Expect hot, sunny weather Saturday, a chance of showers Sunday, and a cool down early next week.

Thousands turned out for day one of the Clay County Fair, taking in ducklings at the barn, midway rides, fried Oreos and interviews with fairgoers on why they return.

All southbound lanes on Interstate 95 near State Road 9B are closed on Thursday night after a crash with injuries.

Every spring, Baptist Medical Center Beaches in Jacksonville Beach gets a very special — and very feathered — visitor.

Smoke could be seen pouring into the sky from an SUV that caught fire on top the Atlantic Blvd. bridge over the intracoastal.

According to video and photos shared with News4JAX, a school bus was rear-ended by a semi on Thursday morning while crossing train tracks on Zoo Parkway, not far from Imeson Park Boulevard.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office needs the community’s help to find a missing 63-year-old woman with dementia.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office seized multiple pounds of illegal drugs, five firearms and thousands of dollars in cash following a bust at a smoke shop off Lem Turner Road on Sunday.

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As home prices continue to climb across Northeast Florida, homeownership is slipping further out of reach for many families, especially those living on fixed incomes.

Clay County Schools achieved a 97% graduation rate at its seven traditional high schools, with district leaders attributing the success to strong staff commitment and consistent student support.

The Varsity 4 News4JAX softball Super 6 rankings will be published Thursday through the end of the regular season with the exception of a week off for spring break. Records are through April 1.

The wrestling legend turned ultimate coach joins show on career and amazing story of saving a child

According to video and photos shared with News4JAX, a school bus was rear-ended by a semi on Thursday morning while crossing train tracks on Zoo Parkway, not far from Imeson Park Boulevard.

From goats to peacocks, a hobby-turned-homestead in Keystone Heights raises a lively mix of animals and sells what they produce.

Thousands of riders who rely on JTA’s Connexion Plus service woke up Thursday to higher fares, as the Jacksonville Transportation Authority implements its first price increase for the service since 2019.

A lot of fun will be packed into the next 11 days at the Clay County Fairgrounds, from amusement rides and fair food to music and much more, as the Clay County Fair gets underway, celebrating 40 years in Green Cove Springs.

A 64-year-old St. Johns County man is facing DUI charges in connection with a golf cart crash that fatally injured his wife, according to an arrest report obtained by News4JAX.

The NCAA Division I Cabinet will consider proposed changes to pre-enrollment eligibility rules, including one that would bar athletes who have entered a professional sports draft from competing in college after two high-profile cases in basketball this season.

A man was found guilty in the shooting death of two men who were found killed inside a Fort Caroline Road apartment in 2023.

Jacksonville City Council was preparing to vote on who would help decide how millions of dollars are spent on the Eastside, and not everyone agreed with the mayor’s picks.

The final two ramps at the interchange of the First Coast Expressway (State Road 23) and State Road 16 will open to traffic this Wednesday. And the timing could make a big difference for traffic as the Clay County Fair opens on Thursday.

Community leaders and students gathered at Ed White High School to unveil a new memorial traffic garden, honoring the life of student athlete Alaysha Williams, who was killed in a hit-and-run traffic incident in September 2024.

Fans who arrive early on Saturday will score a Southpaw onesie giveaway (first 2,000 through the Main Gate), making it one of the weekend’s most anticipated promotions.

Groundwork Jacksonville and Greenscape of Jacksonville will plant 70 native shade trees along the Emerald Trail S-Line on Friday.

Jacksonville faces extreme drought and elevated fire danger as dry, warm weather persists with limited rain chances, according to News4JAX’s meteorologist.

NFL owners approved Orlando as the Jaguars’ temporary home for the 2027 season. Fans are already planning drives, hotels and tailgates, promising Duval energy will travel

St. Johns County leaders met with Durbin Crossing residents Wednesday night to address growing traffic safety concerns along Longleaf Pine Parkway, which have intensified following the death of a 12-year-old boy last month.

The Jaguars will relocate to Orlando for the 2027 season as work on their stadium continues, with NFL owners voting unanimously to approve the move on Tuesday afternoon. The vote was the final step in signing off on a relocation plan that has been known for months.

Customers of JEA could soon see higher utility bills as the board moves forward with rate increases to address a projected budget shortfall exceeding $107 million.

Matthew Gilbert Middle School is dedicating its track and field to alumni 'Bullet' Bob Hayes, celebrating his achievements as an Olympic gold medalist and Super Bowl champion.

Nearly two weeks after residents at Colonial Pointe raised concerns about safety on Atlantic Boulevard following a deadly crash, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and the Florida Department of Transportation are offering answers and some context.

Everything seems to be going NASA's way as the countdown proceeds toward a Wednesday launch of astronauts' first trip to the moon in more than half a century.

Jacksonville is facing extreme to exceptional drought and increased fire risk even as warm weather returns. Meteorologist Katie Garner breaks down what you need to know for the week ahead.

Nubby is currently available through the Jacksonville Humane Society, which is also hosting a special Easter Holiday Adoption Event to help more pets find loving homes this spring.

The mother of the man accused of killing two people outside of a Walgreens in Ponte Vedra Beach last Friday drove him to the site of the shooting and told deputies that she heard the moment that gunshots rang off.

Road construction is a familiar sight across Jacksonville, sometimes closing lanes or shutting down ramps. And when a project slows a commute, some drivers respond with frustration.

The world’s tallest college basketball player is on the move.

The world’s tallest college basketball player is on the move.

n a country where millions of people struggle to put food on the table, tens of billions of pounds of food are wasted every year. But in Northeast Florida, one organization is working to change that—making sure perfectly good food ends up where it’s needed most. This week’s Positively JAX spotlight shines on Waste Not Want Not.

The University of Florida Military Alumni Association is offering a $5,000 scholarship to incoming freshmen with military ties — and organizers said the need has never been greater. The deadline to apply is April 17 at 5 p.m. on the UFAMA website.

Jacksonville and Northeast Florida face extreme drought and elevated fire risk, with light rain expected and mild temperatures. Get the latest forecast and tips from News4JAX’s Weather Authority.

Clay County School District said Tuesday morning that buses may be delayed or unavailable in the Bluejay to South Dolphin area due to heavy smoke.

Putnam County School District said Kekua Road is closed due to low visibility and school buses will not run in that area.

A man was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after he was shot in the leg and chest early Tuesday morning, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

A 40-year-old man from Newberry died on Monday night after his dirt bike crashed into an SUV in Alachua County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A local research group is preparing to launch a first-of-its-kind gene editing study aimed at helping people with severe cholesterol conditions, and it could permanently change how the disease is treated.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it made 13 arrests, seized over 100 grams of marijuana, and recovered nine guns at a “Senior Skip Day” event in Jacksonville Beach.

Neighbors on Jacksonville’s Northside say a dangerous curve in their neighborhood has become a crash hotspot, and they’re calling on the city to take action before someone is seriously hurt.

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office and Clay County fire rescue were on the scene of a brush fire in Middleburg on Monday afternoon.

The News4JAX girls lacrosse Super 6 will be published Monday through the end of the regular season with the exception of Spring break. Records are through March 29.

JEA told News4JAX that crews have been working since early Monday morning to repair a damaged water on Old Kings Road.

NOAA hurricane specialists will join experts from other fields this week for workshops and panel discussions about tropical cyclones during the National Hurricane Conference in Orlando.

An area of high pressure will remain offshore on Tuesday. This will bring a southeasterly wind to our area. Highs for most will be near 80 degrees.

A former Duval County school police officer was arrested Thursday evening following a joint investigation by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and Duval County School Police, the district said.

A woman was found in the front yard of a home on Justin Road around 10:35 a.m. Monday, suffering from at least one gunshot wound, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

Families across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia are noticing higher seafood prices this Lent, particularly for Friday fish fries and restaurant meals. A major local supplier says rising global shipping costs and tariffs are behind the increases.

Jacksonville is experiencing extreme to exceptional drought conditions with only slight rain chances ahead, according to News4JAX Meteorologist Katie Garner. The week is expected to bring warm, above-average temperatures with limited relief from pop-up showers.

Jannik Sinner rolled to a 6-4, 6-4 victory over Jiri Lehecka to capture the Miami Open title and complete the “Sunshine Double’’ a day after Aryna Sabalenka accomplished the same feat in a win over Coco Gauff.

Looking ahead to the upcoming week, our area is highlighted in getting some rainfall. However it won’t be widespread, which is not good news for our drought.

St. Augustine will replace nearly 43 downtown parking pay stations March 30 through April 3 with touchscreen, credit-card-only kiosks

A Jacksonville family mourning the loss of a 32-year-old father who was killed in an early Sunday morning shooting is asking the community for answers and support.

Hundreds of people on Saturday participated in “No Kings 3,” a daylong march and rally against the actions of President Donald Trump’s administration, organizers said.

Temperatures will remain below normal on Sunday thanks to the clouds cover and easterly wind. Highs for the day will be near 70 degrees. Winds could gust up to 30 mph at times.

A bicyclist was killed in a hit-and-run crash early Saturday morning on Atlantic Boulevard, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. The crash occurred at approximately 5:20 a.m. in the 6500 block of Atlantic Blvd. JSO’s Traffic Homicide Unit said a bicyclist was riding westbound on Atlantic Blvd. when he was struck by an unknown vehicle.

Aryna Sabalenka beat Coco Gauff in the Miami Open women’s singles final 6-2, 4-6, 6-3.

Ronald Lillard, a Navy veteran, father of five, and grandfather of ten, was killed in a road-rage shooting on Edgewood Avenue West and I-95 in Jacksonville Sunday. Family and friends gathered at a vigil to honor his life.

A body was found just before 7 p.m. along the rocks at Old A1A near Gene Johnson Road, the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said.

The Varsity 4 Super 6 high school baseball rankings will be published on Fridays during the regular season with the exception of a week off for spring break. Records are through March 26.

A former Duval County school police officer was arrested Thursday evening following a joint investigation by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and Duval County School Police, the district said.

The astronauts set to become the first lunar visitors in more than half a century have arrived at their launch site.

A historic building in St. Augustine’s landmark district is set for partial emergency demolition after engineers determined its deteriorating walls pose a danger to the public.

The new Jaguars executive office buildings, called One Tower Court, just opened this week, the first multi-story office building constructed downtown in several years.

Jacksonville is facing severe drought and a heightened fire danger, with heat and dry conditions expected to continue. News4JAX meteorologist Katie Garner shares today's outlook, community safety tips, and what weather is ahead.

Safety Damar Hamlin is returning to Buffalo for a sixth season after signing a one-year contract with the team.

The North Shores Improvement Association is hosting the 29th Annual Vilano Bridge Run, a long-standing event that supports the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind and the Vilano Beach community. Traffic impacts are expected from about 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Jax Yacht Charter has been offering public and private charter tours on the Royal Princess yacht since last November. It also offers tours for holidays, like Easter.

A motorcyclist suffered a broken leg Friday morning after colliding with a minivan on Palm Valley Road, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is furloughing approximately 80 senior administrative staff members. The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is furloughing approximately 80 senior administrative staff members.

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority board reviewed a proposed advertising contract Thursday that could dramatically increase the agency’s revenue.