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The judge hearing the case over how the city of Jacksonville drew new voting district map hopes the two sides can come to an agreement with a decision from the court.

Florida's barrier reef has lost 95% of its coral over the last half-century. Researchers, activists and government agencies are working to restore the reefs and ensure their long-term survival.

A wide-necked Florida man who became a viral sensation after his mugshot gained thousands of comments and shares has been arrested again and charged with aggravated stalking.

A wide-necked Florida man who became a viral sensation after his mugshot gained thousands of comments and shares has been arrested again and charged with aggravated stalking.

A judge accepted a plea deal for a man who randomly killed a Florida couple in their garage six years ago and then chewed on one victim's face. (Nov. 28)

A number of family members of the slain couple expressed anger at the decision and made victim impact statements in court Monday.

Disney CEO Bob Iger said inclusion and acceptance are among the core values of the company's storytelling during a town hall with employees.

An sharp-eyed UPS deliveryman came through in the clutch on Florida’s Space Coast.

The class action suit alleges that Kraft Heinz Foods Group falsely advertised their instant macaroni and cheese product Velveeta.

Jacksonville City Councilman Rory Diamond has introduced a bill that would impose new mandatory building inspections for Jacksonville in the wake of the Surfside building collapse last year that killed 98 people.

Austin Harrouff, suspect in notorious face-chewing murder case, ,was found not guilty killing couple by reason of insanity and will be committed to a mental institution.

Welp, Gators fans, that’s the end of the regular season and the first under Billy Napier.

Kraft Heinz says its Velveeta Shells & Cheese cups are "ready in 3 1/2 minutes." The proposed class action lawsuit counters that microwaving is one of several steps and seeks $5 million in damages.

Are you ready to get into the Christmas spirit?

A trip to shop for a new car ended in tragedy in Winter Haven, Florida, over the weekend.

The Florida A&M University Police Department is working with the Tallahassee Police Department to investigate a shooting that left one man dead and four others injured.

Everyone in both vehicles were wearing seat belts, the sheriff's office said.

After Republicans won big in Florida, Democrats and the groups that organize for them are reckoning with what went so red in the country's largest swing state.

This year, Florida passed the “Parental Rights In Education” bill, also known as the “Don’t Say Gay” law.

In Clearwater, Florida, segregation followed people into the grave. Now the injustices of the past are resurfacing.

Sheriff's officials say a 76-year-old passenger was killed when a vehicle being test driven by an 86-year-old man turned into the path of another car just outside the Florida car dealership.

Three investigations are underway following a deputy-involved shooting with a woman accused of using a stolen credit card at a pawn shop in Polk County, Florida.

It started on March 30, 1953, when news clips and eyewitness accounts reported Warnick running in and out of a crumbling building, the heat “so intense it blistered paint on buildings across the road,” while rescuing at least one patient from a fire at the Littlefield Nursing Home in Largo.

Irene Cara, whose voice led the soundtrack of 1983's "Flashdance," died in her Florida home. A cause of death has not been released.

The Florida governor has several things going for him, including the adulation of Fox News, which treats him as a front-runner and has begun casting Trump as yesterday’s man.

SpaceX on Saturday launched its 26th commercial resupply mission to the International Space Station. The launch, from Cape Canaveral, Florida, was delivering supplies, science investigations and equipment. (Nov. 26)

Alachua County deputies say he may be travelling to Tampa.

Cosmetic doctor Eric Salata has been accused of sexually assaulting multiple victims who were under anesthesia at his Naples, Florida, medical spa location.

State-level law enforcement units created after the 2020 presidential election to investigate voter fraud are looking into scattered complaints more than two weeks after the midterms but have provided no indication of systemic problems.

State-level law enforcement units created after the 2020 presidential election to investigate voter fraud are looking into scattered complaints more than two weeks after the midterms but have provided no indication of systemic problems. Florida, Georgia and Virginia created special state-level units after the 2020 election, all pushed by Republican governors, attorneys general or legislatures. “I am not aware of any significant detection of fraud on Election Day, but that’s not surprising,” said Paul Smith, senior vice president of the Campaign Legal Center.

A Florida man was arrested after a woman was rushed to the hospital with a hatchet protruding from her head. The suspect was charged with Attempted Second Degree Murder.

A young autistic boy was found dead in a pond on Thanksgiving after wandering from his Orlando, Florida, home the day before. He had been missing for about 12 hours.

Trey Benson’s 17-yard scoring run with 4:06 left in the game was his third touchdown of the game and gave No. 16 Florida State a 45-38 win over rival Florida.

Florida police allege that a 38-year-old woman was about to drive her car through a 5K route, which would have caused "mass casualty" to runners.

Florida police allege that a 38-year-old woman was about to drive her car through a 5K route, which would have caused "mass casualty" to runners.

Two separate drug trafficking cases in Jacksonville resulted in unexpected outcomes for the suspects involved.

Actually, it used to be a physical place with a postal address.

Daniel Pecoraro and Lisa Siegel weren’t supposed to get married on a Monday.

“This species often hisses very loudly when disturbed.”

Some Florida Republican lawmakers are looking for the state to change “Resign to run” laws so Gov. Ron DeSantis can feasibly run for president without resigning as governor. Locally, Duval County Republican Mayor Lenny Curry is pushing for Jacksonville voters to pass a “Resign to run” law.

A doctor in Naples, Florida was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly sexually assaulting two women while they were sedated during procedures, police said.

A Jacksonville pediatrician said Jacksonville is fortunate because measles is one of the more reportable diseases. But they say that doesn’t mean we can slack off on immunizations because nationally we are seeing more cases.

As Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday approach, Florida leaders shared tips on how to keep your data secure and save money when shopping for deals online.

Mar-a-Lago is full of Trump admirers, but billionaire Jeff Greene said that the former president's status is what attracts them to the club.

Mar-a-Lago is full of Trump admirers, but billionaire Jeff Greene said that the former president's status is what attracts them to the club.

As Florida lawmakers try to stabilize the troubled property-insurance system next month, they could face worsening problems with reinsurance, a critical part of the system.

Consumer protection agencies and state leaders are joining in a chorus ahead of the shopping season hoping to make sure that you and your loved ones have a happy holiday.

Florida Sheriff's Deputy Christopher Taylor was struck and killed by a vehicle. The female driver, from Massachusetts, now faces a DUI manslaughter charge.

Florida will be without five receivers, including Anthony Richardson’s top two targets, for Friday night's game at No. 16 Florida State.

Here's everything you need to know about Florida-Florida State, from the point spread, moneyline and total Over/Under.

Moreno delivered three carloads of diapers for foster families and children in need on Tuesday at One More Child’s campus in Lakeland, Florida.

With the holiday shopping season gearing up, Florida Chief Financial Officer is warning people to watch out for potential scams surrounding Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

Election wins for abortion rights and Democrats could translate into abortion protections in some states.

The victims were described by authorities as having been "executed."

Under Florida law it appears that DeSantis would have to resign from his post as governor even if he lost the presidency.

The Biden administration announced that it will extend the payment pause on federal student loans while its forgiveness plan remains blocked in the courts.

Two homes in Florida were spray painted with "Lock Trump Up" on Nov. 11. According to the Collier County Sheriff's Office, the suspect is on the loose.

News4JAX is hearing from a lot of viewers who have questions for new Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters.

Metal detecting can be dangerous business. Florida’s Joseph Cook would be the first to admit that.

The University of Florida's decision to cut ties with Nease High School quarterback Marcus Stokes is drawing varying opinions.

We have finally reached that time of year.

Manatees that are dying by the hundreds mainly from pollution-caused starvation in Florida should once again be listed as an endangered species.

Hi, Gator Nation,

Connor Anderson was arrested Sunday after he allegedly attacked a woman and opened fire in Smiles Nite Club in Palm Coast, Florida, after being unable to find his car keys.

Noreen says:”Keep Calm & Shop on!”

The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office shared quite a tale about a violent incident in Mims, Florida, earlier this month.

The brand is coincidentally named “Neverbreak Trunks.”

The GATE Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Jacksonville-based GATE Petroleum Company, and GATE customers raised $40,000 in support of Down Syndrome Awareness Month.

Eileen Whitlock told News4JAX she would likely forgo any celebration, if not for giveaways such as these.

NASA’s Orion capsule reached the moon Monday, whipping around the far side and buzzing the lunar surface on its way to a record-breaking orbit with test dummies sitting in for astronauts. It’s the first time a capsule has visited the moon since NASA’s Apollo program 50 years ago, and represents a huge milestone in the $4.1 billion test flight that began last Wednesday. The close approach of 81 miles (130 kilometers) occurred as the crew capsule and its three wired-up dummies were on the far side of the moon.

2.7 million Florida travelers will drive to their Thanksgiving destination. That’s about 91 percent, but it couldn’t come at a better time.

It’s time for Florida's Holiday Money Hunt! News4JAX is officially launching the yearly campaign with Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis to help you put extra cash in your pocket -- at a time when all of us could really use the extra money.

Nease quarterback Marcus Stokes had his scholarship offer pulled from the University of Florida after a clip surfaced on social media of Stokes using a racial slur while singing a song.

At least four people are believed to have drowned and rescuers were searching for another five people off the Florida Keys after a homemade vessel capsized during a failed migration attempt.

After two straight wins for the Florida Gators, (6-5, 3-5) the 2022 season seemed to be turning a corner only for the Vanderbilt Commodores (5-6, 2-5) to ruin Florida’s turnaround.

A Biden U.S. Department of Education official had biting words about Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Twitter, calling him "tiny" and a "bully."

Tampa police arrested two men and recovered nearly dozen firearms after executing a search warrant as part of an investigation of a suspected drug dealer.

Thousands of people are expected to fly out of Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) every day next week as Thanksgiving approaches.

Two teenagers are behind bars for alleged connections to shootings in the DeLand, Florida area, including one involving a car being shot at that while a toddler was inside.

The Club Q nightclub in Colorado Springs thanked customers who subdued the gunman on Saturday.

GOP Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida keynotes the Republican Jewish Coalition's annual leadership summit in Las Vegas, which is seen as the first major 2024 cattle call

Whether you are heading to St. Augustine for the annual Nights of Lights tradition or just want to enjoy your Saturday night outdoors, you will need a coat and an umbrella.

Jordan Travis and Treshaun Ward each had a pair of touchdown runs in the first half and Florida State ran for 251 yards, routing Louisiana 49-17 on Saturday.

A Florida man allegedly speeding with an suspended license yelled 'I'm sorry' to police as he ran from them across a freeway.

Federal prosecutors say a former Florida tax collector whose arrest on sex trafficking and identity theft charges led to a probe of U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz should get his sentence reduced for cooperating with authorities.

A Florida man is facing murder charges after police say he beat another man to death with a baseball bat, believing his girlfriend was in the man's home.

Florida is a magnet for retirees — not just for those who can afford exclusive gated communities, but also for those on fixed incomes. Now, many face a wrenching reality: rebuilding is not an option.

A note given to a store clerk by an abused woman asking for help in Pinellas County, Florida led to the arrest of her long-term boyfriend, who is now facing eight charges in the ordeal.

JEA has restored power to the remainder of the units at an apartment complex on Jacksonville’s Northside.

Attorney General Merrick Garland has named a special counsel to oversee the Justice Department's investigation into the presence of classified documents at former President Donald Trump's Florida estate and aspects of a separate probe involving the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection and efforts to undo the 2020 election.

In a story published November 18, 2022 about Arizona's election, The Associated Press misspelled the first name of Democratic attorney general candidate Kris Mayes as Chris.

It’s been an active 2022 hurricane season in Florida, with both Ian and Nicole slamming the state.

More than $100 million will be awarded to LPGA players for the first time in 2023.

A national fishing tour will make a stop in Clay County in 2023.

Jacksonville Sheriff Pat Ivey is set to step down as Sheriff-elect T.K. Waters prepares to take over the agency this Sunday.

Next week, it will be 10 years since the murder of Jordan Davis.

JEA crews on Thursday were still working to restore power at the Island Pointe Apartments following flooding and a fire on Thursday as Nicole lashed Florida last week.

Flu hospitalizations are the highest they have been in 10 years, and the Southeast U.S. is being hit particularly hard with more than 2,000 patients hospitalized.

Two Republicans who control the board in a rural southeastern Arizona county have decided to withdraw a lawsuit they filed early this week seeking to force their own elections director to hand-count all the ballots cast in-person on Election Day.

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday continued to sidestep questions about his political future, after former President Donald Trump announced another bid for the White House.