News4Jax has obtained the police reports of the violent altercation with officers and two men in Jacksonville Beach over the weekend.
Three men were arrested following a violent confrontation with police at a Jacksonville Beach parking lot early Sunday morning.
If you’re looking for some cool coastal gifts or stocking stuffers for the beach lover in your life, the folks from Hang Loose Bands in Jacksonville Beach have some great gift ideas for you.
The City of Jacksonville’s Office of Sports & Entertainment, working with Naval Station Mayport and the City of Jacksonville Beach, announced the Jacksonville Sea & Sky Air Show will return Oct. 23-24, 2027, and will include a planned appearance by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels.
Shanna Gardner and her estranged husband, Mario Fernandez, will appear in court Monday morning for a pre-trial hearing in Jared Bridegan’s murder-for-hire case.
The admitted gunman in the Jared Bridegan murder-for-hire case will appear in court for a status hearing Tuesday morning.
Robin McAlarney, previously residing in Columbia County, Georgia, was apprehended in Philadelphia after being wanted on DUI manslaughter charges for a fatal crash in Jacksonville Beach.
For 13 years, MS volunteers have been helping Christmas shoppers at the Beaches with holiday gift wrapping. The service is available daily from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., December 13 through December 24, near Hallmark and Five Below in the South Beach Regional Mall in Jacksonville Beach
Jacksonville Jaguars fans packed local sports bars Sunday to watch their team secure a decisive 25-3 victory over the Tennessee Titans, pushing the team into a tie for first place in the AFC South.
One of Northeast Florida’s most popular holiday attractions will return to Jacksonville Beach on Wednesday.
According to court documents filed Friday, prosecutors will no longer be seeking the death penalty against the estranged husband and wife accused in the murder-for-hire plot that investigators say killed Jared Bridegan.
A planned sale of Casa Marina Hotel & Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach to real estate development firm Corner Lot has fallen through, according to News4JAX partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.
Shanna Gardner and her estranged husband, Mario Fernandez, were set to appear in court Friday morning for a pre-trial hearing in Jared Bridegan’s murder-for-hire case.
Deck the Chairs (DTC) announced its 2025 holiday schedule, which includes more programming and arts activities in Jacksonville Beach.
The fifth annual Super Girl Surf Festival will return to Jacksonville Beach this weekend with more than 2,000 women competing in 12 sports.
Sneakers Sports Grille made itself number one in the hearts of sports fans in the Jacksonville area, winning the Best Place to Watch the Jags Game category.
Local businesses across Jacksonville are pitching in to help neighbors in need as the federal government shutdown affects military families and those who use SNAP benefits.
Watch the skies and stay safe on the beaches during the Sea and Sky Air Show.
The Sea and Sky Air Show will return to Jacksonville Beach on Saturday, but the U.S. Navy Blue Angels still haven’t announced whether they are performing at the event.
The Sea and Sky Air Show will return to Jacksonville Beach this weekend, but one of the biggest draws to the event may be grounded.
Adventure Landing in Jacksonville Beach said Wednesday that it is closing its doors for good after serving for 30 years as a community staple. The park was in the middle of its haunted house season when the closure was announced.
Adventure Landing announced on Wednesday it has permanently closed its doors after 30 years of bringing family fun to Jacksonville Beach.
Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry (BEAM) is calling on local artists to participate in a community mural contest.
The fate of the Blue Angels’ appearance at this month’s Sea and Sky Airshow at Jacksonville Beach hangs in the balance as the government shutdown continues to impact military operations nationwide.
Waves are rolling in from the Atlantic as Humberto and another disturbance get closer to Florida and Georgia.
A week after the State Attorney’s Office released body camera footage and 911 calls related to the 2022 shooting death of Jared Bridegan, two of those accused in a murder-for-hire plot in his death will appear in court Friday.
As baseball season winds down, some Jacksonville Beach little leaguers are chasing a dream that stretches far beyond their home field.
Days after the State Attorney’s Office released another round of discovery material in the Jared Bridgean murder-for-hire case, the judge granted a motion from Bridegan’s ex-wife, Shanna Gardner, requesting that some evidence not be released before the trial.
The Travis Manion Foundation is bringing its annual 9/11 Heroes Run to Jacksonville Beach on Sunday morning, honoring the lives lost in the Sept. 11th terrorist attacks.
The State Attorney’s Office released body camera footage and 911 calls related to the 2022 murder of Jared Bridegan, providing new insight into the chaotic moments surrounding the shooting. Prosecutors allege Bridegan was killed in a murder-for-hire plot involving his ex-wife, Shanna Gardner, and her estranged husband, Mario Fernandez.
The State Attorney’s Office released more evidence Wednesday in the 2022 Jared Bridegan murder-for-hire case, including an audio recording of a woman who gave prosecutors greater insight into the relationship between Shanna Gardner and Mario Fernandez.
New evidence released Wednesday by the State Attorney’s Office offers a glimpse into the earliest moments of the investigation into the ambush murder of Jared Bridegan, a 33-year-old father of four gunned down in Jacksonville Beach in February 2022.
The Jacksonville Beach Police Department said on Monday that it arrested a man and a woman who are accused of stealing beachgoers’ phones and selling them at various stores and kiosks throughout Jacksonville.
The city of Jacksonville Beach recognized International Overdose Awareness Day on Sunday with the second annual Beaches Memorial Walk.
Jacksonville is experiencing scattered showers and thunderstorms with rapidly changing weather conditions this Labor Day weekend. Rain chances have eased, but brief downpours and storms are expected in several neighborhoods.
The Beaches Council on Aging is celebrating 50 years of dedicated service to seniors in the Jacksonville Beaches area.
The waves along the coast caused by Hurricane Erin’s offshore intensifying momentum could be inviting to surfers, but officials warn beachgoers about rip currents as they hit the waters.
Hurricane Erin is expected to bring dangerous conditions to our coastline even without making landfall.
Long-time Jax Beach surfer and Meteorologist Mark Collins shares his forecast for the Hurricane Erin swell.
An Orange Park man famous on social media for walking across the country hit a huge milestone on Sunday in Jacksonville Beach. Kyndal Edwards dipped his toes in the ocean, marking the end of his third cross-country trek.
Manufactured housing plays a key role in providing affordable housing, especially in Florida, which has one of the largest numbers of mobile home parks in the country.
Here Tomorrow is a nonprofit mental health organization based in Neptune Beach that serves Jacksonville Beach and the surrounding coastal communities, specializing in suicide prevention and mental health support. Founded after the loss of Gary Kenney to suicide, the organization was created to remove barriers to mental health care, such as insurance challenges and long wait times. Here Tomorrow offers no-cost, confidential, and peer-led support through in-person, video, or phone sessions, as well as specialized support groups for teens, military members, veterans, and first responders.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a Saturday night gathering of about 600 to 700 young people near Friendship Fountain was broken up after police learned of “several planned takeover events” circulating on social media.
As part of News4JAX’s Addressing A4dability series, we’re taking a closer look at how short-term rentals, like Airbnb and Vrbo, are reshaping housing markets, neighborhoods, and the ability for locals to afford a place to live.
The City of Neptune Beach on Saturday renamed the baseball field at Jarboe Park after a retired police officer who died of COVID-19 complications.
Whether you love — or hate it — you’ve probably heard of the reality show that has turned into a cultural phenomenon and that has prompted many bars and restaurants to host watch parties across the country, including in Jacksonville.
The admitted gunman in the Jared Bridegan murder-for-hire case has a new attorney, according to court records.
If you don’t want to leave your house to watch Fourth of July fireworks, we’re giving you a front-row seat on News4JAX.com and News4JAX+.
Thousands of sun-seekers flocked to Jacksonville Beach on Friday, transforming the shoreline into a sea of red, white and blue ahead of the evening’s fireworks display.
Volunteers will pick up trash and other debris along the shoreline from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. Saturday after Friday's Fourth of July festivities.
According to the Jacksonville Beach Ocean Rescue 2024 Year in Review, 74 missing people were reunited last year, slightly up from 70 in 2023.
The Jacksonville Beach Police Department has been working for months to prepare for the surge of thousands of people expected over the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
In Balance Pilates Studio in Jacksonville Beach is a boutique wellness center located on Penman Road. The studio specializes in Pilates, yoga, physical therapy, and women’s health, aiming to help clients achieve balance between strength and flexibility in a supportive, low-impact environment.
A real estate development firm founded in Jacksonville has announced its plans to redevelop the century-old Casa Marina Hotel in Jacksonville Beach, in addition to building either a retail and residential space or a hotel across the street.
A popular hotel and restaurant that is also a popular wedding destination in Jacksonville Beach is under contract to be sold, News4JAX confirmed Monday.
For parents of young children, realizing their little one has a speech issue might not always be obvious, and it's something that can end up leading to reading and writing problems later on, if it's not corrected.
More than 80 athletes rode the waves at Brooks Rehabilitation’s annual event at Jacksonville Beach, giving those experiencing some physical and mental impairments a chance to surf.
According to the most recent UNF PORL poll results, overall, 48% of voters expressed their support for the Beaches creating their own county, and 48% of voters said they oppose it.
A growing number of Jacksonville Beach residents say short-term rentals are turning their neighborhoods into what they call a “revolving door” of unruly guests, and they want local leaders to step in.
A water outage is scheduled for Jacksonville Beach residents on May 19, due to ongoing infrastructure upgrades. It will last between 8 p.m. and 12 a.m.
904 Popup took over Jacksonville Beach on Sunday afternoon, offering a vibrant atmosphere filled with vendors, food, and activities for attendees, but the buzz surrounding Travis Hunter merchandise stole the show.
The Jacksonville Beach Police Department released on Thursday a six-page report detailing the key events, strategies and results of this year’s spring surge period.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is celebrated during the month of May, and to kick off the festivities, News4JAX Reporter and Anchor John Asebes spent a full day embracing the vibrant AAPI culture.
The Jacksonville Beach Police Department released on Thursday a six-page report detailing the key events, strategies and results of this year’s spring surge period.
Jacksonville Beach leaders are working to restore a 75-year-old landmark. The historic Lifeguard Station may soon be added to the CRA's redevelopment plan — a move that could unlock funding for long-term repairs and preservation.
The ordinance, which went into effect immediately, prohibits the use of tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, and pipes, as well as electronic nicotine devices like e-cigarettes, vape pens, and other electronic smoking tools.
The beach is associated with beautiful weather and fun, and Jacksonville Beach is no exception; however, as summer approaches, local law enforcement is reminding visitors to prioritize their safety as they have a good time.
When turning the corner at Beach Boulevard and 3rd Street South, it’s hard to miss the sprawling, yellow-toned building with the beautiful veranda. The building’s exterior may differ from what some would expect for a museum, but the local treasures within are worth a visit.
Angie's Subs has been a staple of Jacksonville Beach for decades. As it continues to expand on its current location, the owner also has plans to go beyond its foundation in the beach community.
News4JAX is highlighting Duval County’s beaches for this month’s 4 Your Neighborhood special. But beyond the shoreline, there are some hidden gems at the beaches that you don’t want to miss.
Did you know Taco Lu on Beach Boulevard in Jacksonville Beach has a ghost? You must go back in time to get to the bottom of the paranormal activity that people who work there tell you is just haunting.
Since 1985, Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry, BEAM, has been serving members of the Beaches community who find themselves suddenly in crisis and unable to pay their rent, utility bill or feed their family.
If your dog loves to feel the sand in their paws, Duval County offers several pet-friendly beaches, but each has rules about when our fur friends can visit their shores.
Caleb Yauger had his first surfing lesson with Mark Collins at "Mark's Surf Camp." Here's how it went.
As the sea turtle nesting season continues, the Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol urges people to follow proper guidelines to ensure wildlife safety.
Two drivers were transported to a hospital Monday night after being involved in a head-on crash on U.S. Highway 1 in Nassau County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Grab your sunscreen and beach chairs because Jacksonville Beach is set to host the Opening of the Beaches Parade on Sunday.
While there is a chance for much-needed rain today, the Opening of the Beaches parade at 2:00 p.m. in Jacksonville Beach will be dry and warm with breezy winds out of the east.
The Players by the Sea Theatre said it is suspending its operations until further notice after an “isolated fire incident” broke out inside the building.
