A loggerhead sea turtle has returned to the Atlantic Ocean after rehabilitation at a Florida turtle hospital.

Winter's brutal grip on the U.S. East will continue in the coming days, with subfreezing temperatures reaching into Florida and a potential blizzard threatening the Atlantic coast.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference Wednesday morning in Valrico.

Wednesday marked 40 years since the space shuttle Challenger accident that killed seven crew members. The mission was not just to launch satellites but to launch the first teacher in space.

Breaking down the early momentum from Florida's 2027 recruiting class under new head coach Jon Sumrall and his staff.

The House Budget Committee on Tuesday overwhelmingly approved a proposal aimed at lowering prescription drug prices in Florida amid arguments by critics that it would be unworkable and could lead to drug shortages.

A 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.

A fan-favorite grocery chain has just surpassed Florida’s very own Publix brand of stores, according to the latest report by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.

Four Jacksonville firefighters have been reassigned to administrative duties following their arrest on misdemeanor charges after paintballs struck a police patrol car, traffic signs, and a civilian vehicle near a downtown fire station late last month.

Byron Donalds, Florida Representative and GOP candidate for governor endorsed by President Donald Trump, recently discussed key issues shaping the state’s future, including immigration enforcement, property taxes, and vaccination policies.

National models hint at potential snow near Savanah

State Sen. Clay Yarborough, R-Jacksonville, wants to expand Florida’s vaccine exemptions to allow parents to request “conscience-based” exemptions to school vaccine mandates.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will give remarks on Tuesday morning at the Florida Sheriffs’ Association 2026 Winter Conference in Ponte Vedra Beach.

Four Jacksonville firefighters have been reassigned to administrative duties following their arrest on misdemeanor charges after paintballs struck a police patrol car, traffic signs, and a civilian vehicle near a downtown fire station late last month.

If you thought Florida was getting a free pass on winter this year, think again.

Four Jacksonville firefighters have been reassigned to administrative duties following their arrest on misdemeanor charges after paintballs struck a police patrol car, traffic signs, and a civilian vehicle near a downtown fire station late last month.

A 71-year-old man was nearly mauled to death on Saturday before an Alachua County deputy could step in and shoot the dog to stop the vicious attack.

2026 Florida Run for the Fallen — A core group of runners will cover approximately 170 miles over a three-day period. The run begins in Tallahassee, Florida, across from the State Capitol at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, at 6 a.m. Runners will stop every mile to read a list of Florida’s fallen military heroes, with one stop dedicated to fallen first responders. In total, participants will honor 1,248 fallen heroes. The event concludes at the Veterans Memorial Wall at TIAA Bank Field at approximately 1:45 p.m.on February 8th.

Florida’s attorney general returned to St. Johns County on Monday, alongside a representative from Walmart, to announce a major expansion of the Bexley Box initiative started by Jared Bridegan’s widow through the Bridegan Foundation.

Dr. Mari Richardson, a biology teacher at Jean Ribault High School, was named the 2026 VyStar Teacher of the Year.

Jacksonville attorney and Republican candidate for governor Paul Renner pointed to a simple but critical problem: costs have risen faster than wages while discussing affordability.

Keyshawn Hall scored 24 points, including 22 in Auburn’s dominant and stunning first half, and the Tigers upset No. 16 Florida 76-67 on Saturday for the program’s first win in Gainesville since 1996.

With about 6.5 million seniors in Florida—equivalent to the population of nearly 20 states—the Department of Elder Affairs faces the challenge of serving a large and growing senior population.

After reaching 78 degrees in Jacksonville on Friday, Saturday’s highs will stay in the “normal” range. As a mild front sticks around throughout the day, Sunday could bring record-tying/breaking highs.

Magician Asi Wind says his show More Than Magic isn’t about fooling audiences — it’s about reminding them of their humanity.

A man convicted of killing a Tampa Bay-area grocery store owner during a robbery is set to become Florida’s second execution of 2026.

JEA crews headed north Friday morning to assist with potential power restoration efforts as a major winter storm threatens South Carolina’s Atlantic Coast.

Florida Memorial University, which educated students in St. Augustine from 1918 to 1968, will be recognized Friday morning with a proclamation to acknowledge a partnership with the Florida Museum of Black History Project.

As the Florida Senate continues to ponder an approach to lowering property taxes, House committees on Thursday advanced two tax-cut proposals that could go before voters.

As housing costs climb and job losses ripple through Florida, more families are facing foreclosure here than anywhere else in the nation — and many are turning to quiet, community-based help before they lose everything.

Black Democratic lawmakers are hosting a press conference on Thursday to address the attorney general’s opinion concluding that state laws requiring racial discrimination are unconstitutional under the U.S. and Florida Constitutions.

Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Idaho State Capitol Building in Boise.

Victor Dover - co-founder and principal of Dover Kohl & Partners and keynote speaker for Scenic Jacksonville’s Sixth Annual Great Cities Symposium (Feb. 5) - joins Kent Justice to discuss how cities can grow in ways that strengthen quality of life and long-term economic competitiveness. Dover argues that communities aren’t just recruiting businesses; they’re recruiting people—and the experience “outside between buildings” can be a deciding factor for talent, investment, and lasting prosperity.

The average energy bill for someone living in Florida runs anywhere between $150 and $250 a month, but there are some simple things you can do right now that can easily make a difference.

Florida State Rep. Angie Nixon (D-Jacksonville) announced Thursday that she’s joining a crowded field of Democrats who are running for U.S. Senate in the special midterm election this fall.

Nassau County’s decision to double impact fees over a four-year period has sparked controversy between local builders, developers, and the state attorney general, while raising concerns about housing affordability in the region.

Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia will hold a press conference in Fernandina Beach to talk about government accountability.

CEO and conservative influencer James Fishback, who previously vowed to push for a 50% “Sin Tax” for OnlyFans creators, now says he wants to see all public school students in Florida wearing uniforms.

After giving birth last month, a Florida mother is now suing an IVF clinic after it turned out the baby wasn’t hers, according to court records obtained by WKMG.

Cryptids: Where Legends Live is the newest attraction at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! in St. Augustine, inviting guests into a moody, museum-style playground of monsters, myths, and regional legends. The exhibit features iconic creatures like Bigfoot and Mothman alongside Florida’s own cryptid lore, blending eerie storytelling with interactive displays, videos, and plenty of photo ops. Included with regular admission, the experience celebrates the Odditorium’s 75th anniversary and is designed to intrigue both true believers and curious skeptics looking for something a little spooky

The fallout surrounding a Clay County School Board member is expected to be addressed by the State Board of Education on Wednesday.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier issued an opinion on Monday in which he called out over 80 “race-based” state laws that he says mandate discrimination based on race and will therefore no longer be enforced by his department.

Florida has the highest rate of foreclosure filings in the country, a property data firm reported, but local real estate leaders say the situation is not comparable to the housing crash nearly two decades ago.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says he owes Indiana Gov. Mike Braun some key lime pie and stone crabs after losing a bet.

Governor Ron DeSantis is holding a press conference in Pinellas Park with the Florida commissioner of education on Tuesday.

Duval County Supervisor of Elections Jerry Holland announced Tuesday that his office will visit 28 area schools to preregister students 16 and older and name the “Most Civic-Minded High School in Duval County.”

As temperatures dip into the 30s and 40s across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, local homeowners are reminded that even Florida can feel wintry, and that means preparation matters.

President Donald Trump’s first year back in the White House has seen record-low illegal crossings, a U.S.-backed ouster of Venezuela’s president, and sweeping moves to expand presidential power. Is American democracy being pushed to the breaking point?

Since last May, News4JAX has been tackling the tough topic of affordable housing from every angle. Now, we’re taking our efforts a step further by joining a coalition of Northeast Florida news organizations – including digital, broadcast, and print media – to tackle the issue of housing costs as a shared editorial project in 2026.

The Duval County School Board is expected to discuss the “Schools of Hope” law during their Tuesday morning meeting.

A goalie fight broke out with 14 minutes left in a game between the Florida Panthers and San Jose Sharks that had gotten increasingly chippy with post-whistle pushing and shoving.

Property tax elimination proposals have become one of the most closely watched debates of the 2026 legislative session, as lawmakers advance several constitutional amendment measures that could dramatically reshape how homeowners are taxed — and how cities fund essential services.

The director of the city’s blight initiative program is proposing a plan to put more money toward helping clean up dump sites that are overrun with trash.

Warmer weather expected to return midweek

Nassau County officially responded on Monday, days after Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier spoke out against the county’s bid to substantially increase impact fees and questioned Uthmeier’s position.

Arizona is the unanimous No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 men's college basketball poll for the first time.

Florida lawmakers are considering sweeping legislation that would require mobile home park owners to justify rent increases and boost relocation assistance for displaced residents, potentially affecting more than 800,000 mobile home residents across the state.

Behind Sunday’s system, another shot of cold air will into our area Monday morning. A widespread freeze will occur with temperatures dipping down into the 20s and 30s.

Jacksonville and several Northeast Florida counties are opening warming locations for anyone who needs a safe place to get out of the cold, not only people experiencing homelessness.

Jay Collins, Florida’s lieutenant governor and gubernatorial candidate, recently discussed his top policy priorities and views on key issues in an interview on This Week in Jacksonville. Collins emphasized three main priorities: “economy, education, and safety and security in the community.”

A blast of winter weather has brought snowfall and subfreezing wind chills across the Midwest and East Coast as well as near-freezing temperatures in parts of the South, including Florida.

Today will be mostly sunny, but a cold front is on its way. By late afternoon or early evening, expect isolated to scattered showers, which will become more widespread by Sunday morning.

The State Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida has revealed new details involving the arrest of a Jacksonville woman who was recently arrested following an encounter between her, a Florida Highway Patrol trooper, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents (ICE).

Baptist Health has unveiled its newest state of the art medical training facility, built to not only train new healthcare professionals, but also give veteran healthcare professionals hands-on training with newer medical technology and procedures.

Another Freeze Watch as a cold front approaches the region

A woman was arrested Tuesday after she punched a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) trooper in the face during an encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents (ICE) on Beach Boulevard, according to Attorney General James Uthmeier.

President Donald Trump isn't waiting for future generations to decide to name important things in his honor — he's doing it himself.

Bradford County’s plan to convert a vacant warehouse into an immigration detention center has passed its first major step.

The Department of Justice announced Thursday that a Jacksonville minister has pleaded guilty to obstructing the IRS’s efforts to collect his tax debts that were worth more than $600,000.

Two Florida boys died when a hole they were digging in sand collapsed and trapped them, according to sheriff’s officials.

Nearly eight years after a gunman murdered 17 people at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, the Florida House on Thursday passed a bill that would lower the minimum age to purchase rifles and other long guns from 21 to 18.

Congressman Byron Donalds was the first major candidate to enter the race and earned an endorsement from President Donald Trump early in his campaign.

With home prices still elevated and mortgage rates uncertain, many would-be buyers are asking a simple question: Can you afford to buy a home in 2026?

A woman was arrested Tuesday after she punched a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) trooper in the face during an encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents (ICE) on Beach Boulevard, according to Attorney General James Uthmeier.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is speaking out against Nassau County’s bid to substantially increase impact fees, ruling that the area’s recent population growth doesn’t qualify as “extraordinary circumstances” needed to exceed state limits, according to Uthmeier’s letter.

The News4JAX Varsity 4 Super 6 girls soccer rankings will be published every Thursday during the regular season — except during Thanksgiving and Christmas week. Records are through Jan. 14 games.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis announced on Thursday the launch of the first carbon ion therapy program in the country to treat cancer.

Senators from opposing parties are working together in hopes of finally banning members of Congress from trading stocks.

It's going to feel chilly all day as clouds break and cold air takes over.

The transfer portal for men’s and women’s basketball will open the day after the championship game for both NCAA Tournaments for a period of 15 days.

From addictive algorithms to hackers recruiting teenagers for cybercrime, experts say the digital risks facing children are growing more complex and harder for parents to spot.

No one saw the Jaguars coming this year. That won’t be the case in Year 2 of the James Gladstone and Liam Coen era. That duo led a massive turnaround in their first season in Jacksonville, flipping the Jaguars from four to 13 wins and an AFC South title.

For the final time in the 2025 season, Jaguars general manager James Gladstone and head coach Liam Coen spoke to the media. The team finished the regular season 13-4 and earned the AFC No. 3 seed in the playoffs.

Gov. Ron DeSantis has appointed Adam Tanenbaum to the Florida Supreme Court.

Baker County and Brunswick high schools have both filled their head coaching vacancies.

The property tax debate is center stage at this year’s legislative session in Tallahassee. People in favor of cutting property taxes say it will provide relief and allow for true home ownership. Those against the move worry it will put an undue burden on cities and affect the ability to fund essential services for schools, police, fire, and rescue.

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference Wednesday morning in Pinellas County.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ term ends this year, and several candidates are already busy with their campaigns to replace him — including one man who’s promising a 50% “Sin Tax.”

As Florida’s Legislative session gets underway, teachers are urging state lawmakers to make public education a priority, with recent data from the Florida Education Association showing an increase in teacher vacancies halfway through the school year.

The rapid growth and rising housing costs in St. Johns County are forcing workers and seniors to leave the area.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis delivered his final State of the State address on Tuesday morning.

Florida’s 2026 legislative session kicks off Tuesday, and there are many bills and proposals on the agenda. However, one recurring proposal is the push to lower the age of buying a gun in Florida.

A contentious debate over property taxes is at the heart of this year’s legislative session, which is set to begin Tuesday in Tallahassee.

Just one day before Florida’s 2026 legislative session begins in Tallahassee, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a notable decrease in statewide homeowners’ insurance premiums, which comes as the governor prepares for his “State of the State Address,” which is scheduled for Tuesday. In response, Jacksonville-based State Representative Angie Nixon held an online rebuttal to the governor’s press conference. Joined by healthcare workers, parents, and former Florida representatives, Nixon argued that the governor’s policies are not benefiting working families in Florida.

Just days ahead of the Florida’s legislative session, there’s a new push to toughen the state’s rules when it comes to cellphones behind the wheel.

St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office is using funding from immigration enforcement to support a variety of law enforcement efforts, including finding missing people and recovering stolen vehicles.

Rain expected midweek ahead of another cold front

A new bill filed in Florida this week aims to lay out a litany of rules for mobile home parks in the state.

Florida lawmakers return to Tallahassee on Tuesday to begin this year’s legislative session. Among the many bills on the docket are several focused on school attendance.