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14 hours ago

Man charged in connection to Jarden Bridegan’s death faces at least 15 years: plea deal shows

News4JAX on Monday obtained the plea agreement signed Thursday by Henry Tenon, in which he pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the shooting death of Jared Bridegan.

3 days ago

Weekend paid parking is back at Jax Beach

Paid Parking returns to parts of Jacksonville Beach Friday night. From Friday nights until Sunday nights, it will cost you to park in city lots. It will run through October 29.

3 days ago

How investigators say they untangled conspiracy to kill Jared Bridegan

When deadly shots were fired on a dark stretch of road near the Sanctuary neighborhood on Feb. 16, 2022, investigators say it was the culmination of a weeks-long conspiracy to kill Jared Bridegan.

Husband of Jared Bridegan’s ex-wife charged in ambush murder

State Attorney Melissa Nelson and Jacksonville Beach Police Chief Gene Paul Smith announced arrest of Mario Fernandez in the February 2022 murder of Jared Bridegan.

Guns, gangs, drugs: Number of arrests, seizures growing in Jacksonville Beach

Jacksonville Beach is a known for its beach access, festivals and nightlife, and the police chief said he’s trying to keep it from being a haven for criminals.

Beaches businesses reap the benefits of The Players

Businesses at the beaches are seeing crowds that come from a surplus of visitors who are in Jacksonville for The Players,

Police notice pattern of guns, drugs, gang members at Jacksonville-area vacation rentals

Police say they’re noticing a pattern of guns, drugs and gang members at Jacksonville-area vacation rentals.

JSO makes 4 arrests in drug bust, seizure of guns at Jax Beach Airbnb rental

New4JAX has learned more about the arrests of numerous people the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said were involved in a drug bust investigation Sunday.

Numerous drug arrests at Jax Beach Airbnb rental; 14 guns confiscated, police say

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday the arrests of numerous people on drug charges, and the seizure of firearms from an Airbnb in Jacksonville Beach.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis visits Northeast Florida to promote new book

Gov. Ron DeSantis was in Northeast Florida on Thursday, promoting his new book, “The Courage to be Free: Florida’s Blueprint for America’s Revival.”

How law enforcement agencies are recruiting future officers in a difficult climate

Small towns and big cities alike are struggling to recruit and retain law enforcement officers amid national controversy over the police profession. Many veteran officers are retiring, leaving agencies in a bidding war for qualified candidates — as they try to hire the next generation to protect and serve.

News4JAX launches new podcast on professional wrestling

When Jacksonville became the center of the world of professional wrestling over the past five years News4JAX began to take notice. We have been chronicling the rise of All Elite Wrestling (AEW) started by Tony Khan, son of Jaguars owner Shad Khan.

Some changes could be arriving for March

After a very warm February, some big weather changes are possible as we move into March.

The Players are hosting a ‘Military Job Fair and Operation Shower’ ahead of tournament week

Both events – the Military Job Fair and Operation Shower – will take place in the Patriots’ Outpost, a private venue on the 16th hole, on Saturday, March 4 and Sunday, March 5, according to a release from The Players.

Seawalk Music Festival returns to Jacksonville Beach this weekend

The annual Community First Seawalk Music Festival kicks off this weekend with a killer local lineup, great food, local vendors and friendly faces.

Need a job? Jacksonville Beach Ocean Rescue is hiring lifeguards

If you’re a strong swimmer who’s looking for a job, then look no further.

Guilty: Salt Life co-founder sentenced to 12 years in 18-year-old girlfriend's manslaughter

Michael Troy Hutto, noted for the Jacksonville Beach-based clothing brand, was sentenced to 12 years in the 2020 death of Lora Grace Duncan, 18.

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Investigators still untangling ‘mass conspiracy’ 1 year after Jared Bridegan’s ambush murder

Jared Bridegan’s widow, Kirsten, said between Valentine’s Day and knowing it’s now been a full year since Jared’s murder, this has been a tough week.

Man charged in murder of Jared Bridegan pleads not guilty

The man arrested in connection with the death of Jared Bridegan appeared in Duval County court Monday morning for his arraignment.

Man accused in connection with Jared Bridegan murder to appear in court Monday

Henry Tenon scheduled to be in Duval County court Monday for his arraignment

Chiefs fans meet for wings, Eagles faithful gather for cheesesteaks on Super Bowl LVII

At Philly’s Finest in Jacksonville Beach — green was the color of the day Sunday as Eagles fans gathered ahead of Super Bowl LVII. But across town, Island Wing Company at Bartram Market had turned into “Chiefs County,” covered by fans in a sea of red.

Conspiracy that led to Jaren Bridegan’s murder began just over a month before targeted ambush shooting in Jax Beach: court records

The state attorney’s office filed the formal charges against the man arrested in connection with the shooting death last year of a father of four in Jacksonville Beach, Duval County court records show.

Wild weekend weather: Warm, then wet, then stormy, then chilly & windy!

Almost a spring-like storm system will tap just enough cold air to produce a wild range of weather for Jacksonville.

Council votes in favor of agreement to donate Jacksonville Beach Lifeguard Station to city

The Jacksonville Beach City Council on Monday evening voted in favor of an agreement with the American Red Cross that will donate the Jacksonville Beach Lifeguard Station to the city.

1 dead in car crash off Doctors Lake Drive

A 26-year-old man died in a crash in Clay County Saturday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Annual ‘Donna Marathon’ weekend kicks off Friday

It will be a weekend full of running in Jacksonville. The annual Donna Marathon weekend kicks off Friday and ends Sunday.

Jacksonville Beach one of deadliest beaches in U.S., travel blog finds

Florida accounts for seven of the top 10 deadliest beaches in the United States. Travel blog, “Travel Lens”, says Jacksonville Beach is ranked seventh in the nation.

DCPS students have a say in the district’s direction, thanks to newly resurrected group

Elijah Melendez-Eyster is a senior at Mandarin High School and part of the Jacksonville Association of Governing Students, or “JAGS,” a recently-rebooted initiative by Duval County Public Schools, aimed at providing students with a direct conduit to the highest offices in the district.

Woman wanted in Jacksonville Beach for exploitation of the elderly arrested in Montana

A 52-year-old woman wanted in Jacksonville Beach for exploitation of the elderly was found in Missoula Montana.

Family adamant others involved in ‘mass conspiracy’ to murder Jared Bridegan in Jacksonville Beach

The widow and brother of a father of four killed last year in what police believe was a targeted ambush shooting in Jacksonville Beach opened up Thursday to the News4JAX I-TEAM about the arrest in the case and the questions still left in the investigation.

Man charged in ambush murder of Jared Bridegan to be arraigned exactly 1 year after shooting

The 61-year-old man arrested in connection with the targeted ambush shooting of a father of four in Jacksonville Beach last year will be arraigned on the charges Feb. 16 -- a year to the day that Jared Bridegan was gunned down with his toddler daughter in the back seat of his SUV.

LIVE: Biden gives remarks on ‘continued support for Ukraine’

President Joe Biden gives remarks on “continued support for Ukraine.”

Suspect arrested in ambush murder of Jared Bridegan in Jacksonville Beach ‘did not act alone,’ state attorney says

Nearly a year after a father of four was gunned down in what police believe was a targeted ambush shooting in Jacksonville Beach, police and the state attorney’s office announced an arrest in the case Wednesday.

Jacksonville Beach police to announce major development Wednesday in murder of Jared Bridegan

Police told News4JAX that they will release details Wednesday about where the investigation into the murder of a father of four in Jacksonville Beach stands.

Sources: Arrest imminent in unsolved murder of Jared Bridegan

Three law enforcement sources on Monday night confirmed to News4JAX that there has been a major development in the 2022 murder investigation of Jared Bridegan, a father of four children who was fatally shot in Jacksonville Beach.

Jacksonville Beach sports bars & restaurants expect big turnout as Jaguars take on Chiefs

As the Jaguars are set to play the Chiefs in Kansas City, many fans will get together and cheer them on — some 1,100 miles away, in Jacksonville.

40 new citizens take naturalization oath at Riverside High

Dozens gathered Wednesday at Riverside High School to take part in a special milestone: becoming U.S. citizens.

Court blocks Volunteer Life Saving Corps ballot initiative

The News4JAX I-TEAM has an update on the legal fight between the City of Jacksonville Beach and the Volunteer Life Saving Corps.

Jacksonville Beach Police seeking public’s help after finding dead body near Beach Boulevard bridge

The Jacksonville Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help after a dead body was found along Beach Boulevard Sunday night.

Fans continue to flock to sports stores following Jaguars shocking playoff win over Chargers

On Sunday, Jaguars fans continued to celebrate the team’s monumental comeback victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday night.

With as many as 1,500 customers each day this week, more Jaguars gear arrives at Sports Mania in Jacksonville Beach

The Jaguars’ wildcard playoff matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers is Jacksonville’s first playoff game since the 2017 season, and tickets and merchandise are both in high demand.

Jags, Titans fans across the River City eager to see who takes home the win

Most bars and restaurants were filled with Jags and Titans fans across the River City waiting to see who would come out on top.

Ahead of Jaguars-Titans game, Jacksonville Beach bars gearing up for busy day

Ahead of the Jaguars’ prime-time showdown Saturday against the Tennessee Titans, bars in Jacksonville Beach are gearing up for a busy day.

Local cardiac arrest survivor optimistic Bills safety Damar Hamlin will recover

The Buffalo Bills said Wednesday afternoon that Damar Hamlin remained in critical condition but has displayed “signs of improvement.”

Former youth pastor convicted in 1994 murder of teen pleads guilty in child porn case

Ronnie Hyde, who was convicted last year of killing 16-year-old Fred Laster, pleaded guilty Wednesday in the possession of child pornography case against him, according to Duval County court records.

JFRD puts out fire coming from Greater Israel United Church

Firefighters with the Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department worked to put out a fire at Austin Christian Vocational Academy on Main Street Tuesday morning.

Jaguars fans stock up on gear, search for tickets ahead of prime-time game for AFC South title

Jacksonville Jaguars fans are doing everything they can to get ready for the critical Saturday evening home game against the Tennessee Titans.

Jacksonville Beach residents mourn man killed in building fire on New Year’s

Friends have identified the man killed in a fire on New Year’s morning in Jacksonville Beach as a long-time local and music lover.

1 dead after building catches fire in Jacksonville Beach

One person is dead after a morning fire in Jacksonville Beach on New Year’s Day.

‘Emergency berm’ helped beaches during Ian, Nicole

While crews finish final details of a widespread St. Johns County beach repair project, county officials are considering work next year to undo erosion from Tropical Storms Ian and Nicole.

Cold night shelters opening in Jacksonville area

As temperatures drop into the 20s this holiday weekend, area homeless shelters have been working to spread awareness and expand capacity.

Jacksonville Beach restaurant owner on life support after pool accident on Father’s Day

A popular Jacksonville Beach restaurant owner is in the hospital and in serious condition after a Father’s Day dip in the swimming pool turned tragic.

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