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NOAA Fisheries announced changes to the management of red snapper in the South Atlantic, including expanding the one-day fishing event to two days.
A drug raid last month at a Northside home led to an investigation into a suspected dog-fighting operation and a charge of illegal possession of an alligator, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Florida lands Justin Williams, matching Devin Hester's 1,000+ rushing/receiving milestone, and 6'8" OT Chancellor Campbell for 2026 class.
With summer around the corner, many families are hitting the water on their boats, and a new Florida law aims to prevent tragedies caused by driving or boating under the influence.
A federal appeals court Friday kept on hold a new Florida law targeting undocumented immigrants who enter the state, rejecting arguments by Attorney General James Uthmeier that enforcement should at least temporarily be allowed.
Farm Share held a free distribution on Saturday in Jacksonville, but this time around, it wasn’t just food being handed out.
The Jacksonville-based Pepsi distributor recalled over 19,000 cases of Dr. Pepper that were wrongly labeled as Zero Sugar, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Remains recovered in 2007 were identified as a diver who went missing while off the coast of Ponce Inlet, the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office announced on Friday.
University of Florida’s Chair of the Board of Trustees (BOT) spoke out in a written statement about the Florida Board of Governors’ decision not to confirm Dr. Santa Ono as the next president.
It doesn’t get more Florida than a boater skip day. Thousands took to the water Friday to participate in the event on the St. Johns River.
The Saharan Dust is decreasing, but could have some lasting effects for people with asthma and other respiratory issues. A Jacksonville doctor talked about tips on the best way to handle the extra dust in the air.
The Florida Department of Health in Clay County issued a health alert on Friday after finding harmful blue-green algae in toxins in Doctors Lake-Pace Island Back Park Dock.
Gov. Ron DeSantis is scheduled to hold a news conference at 10 a.m. Friday at the Douglas T. Jacobson State Veterans’ Nursing Home in Port Charlotte.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging everyone to enjoy the day, but emphasizes the importance of safety.
The general public still doesn’t know who was behind a failed land swap deal involving the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve, thanks to the complex world of corporate anonymity, where it’s perfectly legal for LLCs to shield the identities of the true owners.
A Central Florida sheriff was arrested on Thursday and accused in a “massive Central Florida illegal gambling operation” and “public corruption scheme,” Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced.
As part of our ongoing Addressing A4dability series, News4JAX gathered voices from three different generations — Baby Boomers, Millennials, and Gen Z — to discuss the challenges they face when it comes to affording a place to live.
A lot of people looking to buy a house are getting cold feet or opting for a better opportunity after a contract becomes pending.
After months of speculation, former U.S. Rep. David Jolly of Florida has confirmed the rumors and announced he will run for governor in 2026. The Republican turned Democrat said he believes he is the change Florida’s government needs.
A former Republican congressman and vocal critic of Donald Trump says he wants to become governor in the president’s adopted home state of Florida and is running as a Democrat.
Florida legislators are working to preserve funding for school acceleration programs after months of uncertainty, though questions remain about the exact amount that will be maintained.
New Florida legislation will protect historical buildings from meeting the demolition ball.
An unexpected change is coming at the University of Florida after the Board of Governors voted Tuesday to block the presumptive next president of the university from getting the job.
A study by a real estate company said U.S. home sellers are sitting on nearly $700 billion worth of listings. Jacksonville ranks fifth in the nation as a buyer’s market.
The City of St. Augustine launched a $83,000 project to remove nine derelict vessels from local waterways, including Salt Run and the Matanzas River.
Months after lawmakers proposed slashing bonuses for acceleration programs in half, full funding to pay for advanced placement programs in Florida public schools is expected to stay in place in the final version of the budget.
Needing to finish a budget for the July 1 start of the 2025-2026 fiscal year, the House and Senate on Tuesday began slowly rolling out proposals to resolve spending and policy differences.
The state university system’s Board of Governors on Tuesday rejected the appointment of former University of Michigan President Santa Ono as president of the University of Florida.
When asked about the new poll on Tuesday, Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan said she can’t remember the last time a poll was done where crime wasn’t number one in terms of people’s concerns.
A federal judge has barred state officials from enforcing a Florida law that would ban social media accounts for young children, while a legal challenge against the law plays out.
A motorcycle crash with an alligator sounds like something out of a movie, but it really happened in Central Florida, News4JAX’s sister station WKMG reported.
Florida had 685 “reportable” boating accidents in 2024, up from 659 in 2023, according to a new state report.
Nearly a month after leaving the Capitol without passing a budget, House and Senate leaders said Friday night they had reached an agreement that will clear the way for lawmakers to begin hammering out details of a spending plan Tuesday.
After several local crashes, St. Johns County commissioners will revisit a proposed e-bike safety ordinance during their meeting Tuesday.
The announcement has garnered positive reactions from some local leaders and comes amid discussions about potentially relocating NASA’s headquarters to Florida.
News4JAX meteorologist Richard Nunn says Jacksonville is in for a shift from scattered showers to widespread rain this week, with a slight chance for tropical development and rising rain totals by Thursday.
University boards appointed by the Texas governor soon could have new powers to control the curriculum required of students and eliminate degree programs.
A Florida deputy resigned after being arrested and accused of driving a motorcycle on Interstate 4 with a fake tag on Saturday evening, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
The only times that Sergei Bobrovsky spent any time really reflecting on winning the Stanley Cup were the obvious moments.
As a massive plume of Saharan dust makes its way from Africa and across the Atlantic, it could impact Florida in multiple ways.
The Florida Division of Emergency Management held a press conference, urging Floridians to make their final preparations before hurricane season starts on June 1.
Overnight storms moved south through Jacksonville, bringing a cool-down with highs in the 80s before the 90s are expected to return. The Weather Authority details what to expect before summer heats up again.
On June 2nd, the City of St Augustine and Flagship Towing are removing nine derelict vessels from local waterways including Salt Run and the Matanzas River.
A social media post made by the Jacksonville City Council president on Thursday sparked questions about police enforcement of local and state immigration laws in the city.
An Ocala landscaper died Thursday afternoon when a tree fell on him while strong storms moved through the area, according to the Ocala Police Department (OPD).
News4JAX is helping you get prepared for the upcoming hurricane season-- from getting your home ready to making sure your family can weather a storm, to showing you how our meteorologists conduct their storm tracking, all to help keep you informed
According to data by the United States Postal Service, Florida ranked eighth nationally in dog bite incidents on mail carriers in 2024.
A new public health report by Human Impact Partners and Manufactured Housing Action paints a disturbing picture, accusing one of the nation’s largest mobile home park owners of transforming affordable communities into hazardous ones.
Even the most friendly neighbors can have questions about the spaces where their lives overlap. Consider the trees near your property line.
In order to help Floridians prepare for the hurricane season, Farm Share is partnering with Global Empowerment mission to distribute hurricane supplies at nine locations across Florida on June 7 at 9 a.m.
A man connected to a 2020 quadruple shooting in Arlington that left two people dead was sentenced to 15 years in prison Friday.
If you’re seeking a hands-on, high-impact career with nationwide demand, mark your calendar for the Electrical Lineworker Showcase at Tulsa Welding School – Jacksonville campus on Friday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed a bill on Thursday that sought to expand lawsuits by some people pursuing medical-malpractice claims involving the deaths of family members.
Experts say bear mating season typically starts in May and ends in July, so that’s the time when they’re out and about, meaning people need to be on alert right now when their anywhere near a wooded area.
This annual initiative remains in question as the state is still three weeks behind in finalizing its budget, putting it in limbo.
News4JAX meteorologist Richard Nunn tracks severe thunderstorms and high heat in Jacksonville, with a potential cool down and lower rain chances expected over the weekend. See the latest on what to expect and when to plan your outdoor activities.
With another potentially active Atlantic hurricane season on the horizon, Florida is preparing for the possibility that the federal government will not respond like it has in the past.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference in Palm Beach County on Wednesday morning.
Three people were arrested Tuesday night after “disrupting the proceedings” at a City Council meeting, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Recently published data by a prominent real estate website reveals further proof that Florida’s housing market is shifting in buyers’ favor. According to Realtor.com, the Sunshine State had the second-largest percentage (25%) of home price reductions in April, a signal that sellers aren’t receiving much traction on their dream asking price in a changing market.
The Jimmy Buffett-inspired, island-themed celebration will include tours of the facility, opportunities to meet with staff and physicians, and informational sessions about ArchWell Health’s services and community offerings.
A Florida fisherman was sentenced to 30 days in jail last week after he was convicted of poisoning dolphins with an unlawfully used pesticide and killing dolphins with a gun, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Eleven people were injured, including two children, in an apparent boat explosion at a yacht club in Fort Lauderdale on Memorial Day, according to Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue.
A massive loggerhead sea turtle hit by a boat off Florida’s Atlantic coast arrived at a turtle hospital needing medical care, but at 302 pounds, Pennywise was too large to fit their equipment.
Florida has passed a new law requiring school districts to provide bus transportation for students who live in areas considered too dangerous to walk or bike. The change comes after years of crashes and safety concerns near Liberty Pines Academy and other communities across the state.
A 42-year-old man recently released from jail was bitten by an alligator before being shot and killed by Polk County deputies after charging at them with a pair of garden shears, according to the sheriff.
Florida’s fluoride ban in public drinking water is set to go into effect on July 1. However, not much will change locally.
Frederik Andersen returned to the net and stopped 20 shots for his fifth career playoff shutout, Logan Stankoven got the only goal Carolina needed and the Hurricanes won their first Eastern Conference finals game in nearly 20 years by beating the Florida Panthers 3-0 on Monday night to stave off elimination.
Hundreds of flags have been placed all around Memorial Park in Riverside.
A fundraiser was held Saturday for a 12-year-old boy who is battling advanced-stage liver disease and needs a liver and bone marrow transplant.
No place is more vulnerable to hurricanes in the 50 U.S. states than the Florida Keys.
Memorial Day weekend will mark a year since a man visiting Ginnie Springs Park died from his injuries in one of two shootings that occurred at the park.
After Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law Thursday that bans major development projects within state park boundaries, environmental advocates hailed the new legislation a major victory for conservation.
Almost four dozen Venezuelan workers who had temporary protected status have been put on leave by Disney after the U.S. Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to strip them of legal protections.
An emergency public meeting to discuss who would lead the town of Marineland — the smallest town in Florida with a population of 9, according to the most recent census — turned ugly Wednesday with multiple attorneys, members of the public and the new mayor attacking each other.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will speak in Kissimmee on Friday at the Florida Parent Educators Association’s Annual Homeschool Convention.
Some of the highlighted bills among the 17 he signed on Thursday include preserving state parks and cracking down on fentanyl distribution to minors.
The Carolina Hurricanes have found themselves in the same dire position in the conference-final rematch against the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers.
Sam Bennett scored one of his two goals in Florida’s three-goal first period, Sergei Bobrovsky made 17 saves and the Panthers beat the Carolina Hurricanes 5-0 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference final.
