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WEATHER ALERT

3 advisories in effect for 12 regions in the area

LAKE CITY


Jacksonville Humane Society helps fly 65 dogs, cats north after Hurricane Idalia

The aftermath of Hurricane Idalia left some Florida animal shelters, including Lake City Humane Society (Lake City) and North Florida Animal Rescue (Wellborn) without power.

Hurricane Idalia destroys power companyโ€™s infrastructure in Columbia County; 18,000 still without power

Columbia Countyโ€™s emergency management director said Hurricane Idalia storm destroyed some infrastructure a power company needs to get back online.

14-year-old charged with murder in deadly shooting of 12-year-old in Lake City

Days after a 12-year-old girl died from bullets fired into her Lake City home, the Lake City Police Department announced the arrest of a 14-year-old boy in connection with her murder.

Columbia County high school moves virtual Monday to add metal detectors for school safety

Columbia High School will close and move to virtual learning on Monday, August 28 to work to install metal detectors to enhance school safety.

12-year-old killed on couch from gunshots fired into home: LCPD

A 12-year-old girl died Thursday night after someone shot into her Lake City home, according to the Lake City Police Department.

Man walks into sheriffโ€™s office, confesses to repeatedly raping 14-year-old girl

A Lake City man is facing a child sex charge after he walked into the Baker County Sheriffโ€™s Office on Monday and confessed to having sex with a 14-year-old multiple times when he lived in Sanderson last year, deputies said.

Teacherโ€™s aide who sat on a child with autism wonโ€™t be charged

A former school teacherโ€™s aide wonโ€™t be charged after she sat on a child with autism. News4JAX obtained the decline letter from the State Attorney's Office Third Judicial Circuit explaining why they wonโ€™t press charges.

2 charged in dramatic ATM heist using stolen utility truck, Lake City police say

The Lake City Police Department announced two arrests Thursday in connection with a dramatic heist of a bank ATM last month, and they said more arrests are expected.

A video shows a fired Lake City paraprofessional sitting on a 5-year-old with autism. His mother wants them charged

A disturbing video obtained by News4JAX shows a school paraprofessional in Columbia County sitting on a child with autism while he was on the playground.

Live Oak man sentenced to 2 years for conspiring to possess & transfer unregistered firearm silencers

The Department of Justice on Tuesday announced that Gregory Austin Eward, 25, of Live Oak, had been sentenced to two years in federal prison for conspiracy to possess and transfer unregistered firearm silencers. Eward pleaded guilty on Feb. 27, 2023.

Lake City police mourn retired K-9 โ€˜Maxโ€™

The Lake City Police Department is mourning the loss of a retired K-9 officer.

Retired Lake City officer arrested on child porn charges, accused of distributing online

A retired Baker County officer and church youth leader was arrested after the Florida Department of Law Enforcement received a tip about someone uploading child porn to the internet.

Wet road sends car into oncoming traffic on I-75 in Columbia County; Mother, 6-year-old die in crash

A woman, 28, and three children ages six, four and three, were in the grey sedan at the time of the crash. The woman and a six-year-old girl died at the scene, the release said. A four-year-old girl and a three-year-old boy suffered serious injuries.

Thieves attempt ATM heist by dragging machine away with stolen utility truck, Lake City police say

Lake City police officers who responded to a bank alarm just before 5 a.m. Friday found something noticeably missing: the ATM near the drive-thru of the Ameris Bank on US 90 had been ripped from its foundation and drag marks trailed through the parking lot and grass, heading down the street.

Lake City man accused of drowning ex-girlfriendโ€™s dog in tub

A 23-year-old man was arrested Wednesday and accused of drowning his ex-girlfriendโ€™s dog following a series of threatening texts, according to the Lake City Police Department.

Everyone loved the late George Winterling โ€” except one dog in Lake City

There was no shortage of laughter during George Winterling's career. He loved to tease his colleagues and crack jokes in the studio. Everyone loved George โ€” except maybe one.

Lake City man charged with kidnapping

Columbia County deputies have arrested a man on kidnapping charges that appeared to be related to illegal drug activity.

Columbia County man charged in 2021 murder of 17-year-old

The Columbia County Sheriffโ€™s Office arrested Brandon Hopkins, 18, and charged him with the death of Dionne Leslie, 17, who was shot and killed in 2021.

Farm Share to distribute food in Jacksonville, Lake City on Saturday

Recipients will receive fresh produce and non-perishable canned goods. Distributions are drive-thru only. Attendees must arrive in a vehicle with a trunk or cargo bed.

Body found along forest road in Columbia County identified

A homicide investigation was launched Tuesday after a body was found in Columbia County along the side of a forest road.

Late Saturday Evening storms spoil outdoor plans

Late Saturday Evening storms spoil outdoor plans

Westin Martin wins First Coast Spelling Bee ๐Ÿ

INSERT-grade from INSERT County now heads to Scripps National Spelling Bee in May.

Mourners gather for American killed by cartel on Mexico trip

One of the two Americans gunned down three weeks ago by a Mexican cartel is being remembered as a sweet man who hoped to celebrate his birthday with a journey over the border.

Juvenile found fatally shot inside Lake City apartment

Officers with the Lake City Police Department are investigating after a โ€œmale juvenileโ€ was found fatally shot Wednesday evening at an apartment on Northwest Wayne Place.

Lake City police looking for man accused of stabbing someone with pitchfork

The Lake City Police Department said Tuesday that a warrant was issued for the arrest of a man accused of stabbing a 49-year-old with a pitchfork.

Man gets life, woman awaits sentencing in Lake City overdose death

A Lake City man has been sentenced to life in prison following a conviction for his role in supplying illegal narcotics, resulting in the death of a woman back in August 2020.

Man accused in connection with shooting at Lake City gas station turns himself in

A man accused in connection to a shooting outside of a Lake City gas station was arrested Saturday after he turned himself in, the Lake City Police Department said.

4 people shot in area of Lake City that has seen recent increase in violence

The Lake City Police Department is investigating after four people were shot Sunday morning.

Lake City woman arrested, accused of severely burning her boyfriend

A Lake City woman was arrested and in jail Monday after police said she set her boyfriend on fire.

Live Oak man pleads guilty to conspiring to possess & transfer unregistered firearm silencers

The Department of Justice on Monday announced that Gregory Austin Eward, 25, of Live Oak, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess and transfer unregistered firearm silencers. He faces a maximum penalty of five years in federal prison.

Salt Life co-founder pleads guilty to manslaughter in Lake City 18-year-oldโ€™s death

A co-founder of the popular Salt Life brand pleaded guilty Thursday to manslaughter with a firearm in connection with the 2020 death of a Lake City teenager, according to Palm Beach County court records.

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.

Waffle House and cars hit by gunfire in Lake City

The Lake City Police Department is investigating after two vehicles and a Waffle House on SW Baya Avenue were struck by gunfire on Wednesday morning.

Troopers: 1 killed, 3 hurt in Columbia County crash involving pickup, SUV

One person was killed and three others were injured in a two-vehicle crash Wednesday evening in Columbia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

5 teens shot in Lake City, expected to survive, police say

Five teenagers were injured Monday afternoon in a shooting in Lake City but are expected to survive, according to police.

1 dead, 2 injured in triple shooting in Lake City, police say

One man was killed and two others were injured Thursday night in a shooting in Lake City, police said.

Prosecutors want bond revoked for Salt Life co-founder charged in Lake City 18-year-oldโ€™s death

The manslaughter case involving a co-founder of the popular Salt Life brand took another turn Monday.

4-year-old girl dies after fiery crash on I-10 in Columbia County: FHP

A 4-year-old girl is dead after a crash in Lake City Thursday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Legally blind Lake City man sues for wrongful arrest by Columbia County deputy and sergeant

A Lake City man who is legally blind, is suing the Columbia County Sheriff's Office, the City of Lake City and Columbia County. The lawsuit stems from the man's arrest on October 31 while he was walking home from jury duty.

3 people shot in Lake City, police say

Lake City Police are investigating a triple shooting that happened late Tuesday night.

Lake City Police need help finding missing woman

Lake City Police need your help looking for a missing woman.

Woman killed in early morning Columbia County crash

The accident happened shortly after midnight on Sunday at CR 133 and Charmont Street.

4-month-old boy killed in Columbia County crash

4-month-old boy killed in Columbia County crash

An infant boy was killed and a man and woman were seriously hurt Thursday afternoon in a crash in Columbia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Lake City police searching for missing 16-year-old

Maurice Rossin, 16, was last seen in the Haygood Area of Lake City.

2 killed in head-on collision in Lake City: FHP

Two people were killed in an early morning head-on collision in Lake City, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

Columbia County to distribute sandbags

Columbia County emergency officials are monitoring Hurricane Ian.

Crews gather at FPL processing site in Lake City as Hurricane Ian threatens Florida

As Hurricane Ian threatens to affect parts of Florida later this week, crews are forming plans of how they plan to help in the aftermath.

Jacksonville man fatally shot in Lake City

A man was killed and another was injured in a shooting early Saturday morning in Lake City, police said.

Scam Alert: Columbia County warns residents about calls from fake deputies

The Columbia County Sheriffโ€™s Office is advising residents to be aware of a telephone scam sweeping the community.

Driver crashes into patrol car in Columbia County

A driver hit a Columbia County Sheriffโ€™s Office patrol Sunday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Man dead, 2 others hospitalized after vehicle strikes concrete pole in Lake City, police say

One man died and two others were hospitalized after a single-vehicle crash Sunday morning in Lake City, authorities said.

19-year-old shot in head in Lake City, police say

A 19-year-old man was found with a gunshot wound to the head Friday evening in Lake City and was rushed to the trauma center of a local hospital, police said.

Father of 17-year-old says son brought gun to school in self-defense

The father of a Columbia High School student reached out to News4JAX after his son was arrested for bringing a gun to school.

โ€˜I canโ€™t eatโ€™: Father asks for help after teen daughter goes missing near Lake City

A 17-year-old girl who was last seen on Tuesday night on southeast Woodhaven Street near Country Club Road in Lake City was found on Sunday.

FDLE: Help find missing 17-year-old from Lake City

A Florida missing child alert has been issued for a 17-year-old girl from Lake City.

17-year-old accused of bringing gun to school in Columbia County

The Columbia County Police Department responded to a tip Thursday regarding a teenage high schooler carrying a firearm on campus.

Lake City police searching for missing 63-year-old woman

A 63-year-old woman is missing after being last seen at the Greyhound bus station Thursday afternoon.

Lake City Police searching for missing teen

The Lake City Police Department is searching for a missing teen who was last seen at a gas station in Lake City.

4 children, 1 adult seriously injured after tire blows out on I-75, SUV overturns multiple times: FHP

Four children, including an infant, and an adult were seriously injured Monday afternoon in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 75 in Alachua County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Lake City Council Districts 10 & 14

Two Lake City council seats are on the August ballot. As nonpartisan offices, these are open to all voters in the district boundaries.

Can you help Columbia County deputies solve a 44-year-old cold case?

The Columbia County Sheriffโ€™s Office is trying to solve a cold case dating back to 1978. Forensic art that has recently been refreshed renewed interest in the case.

Former Columbia County records supervisor arrested in fraud scheme: FDLE

A former records supervisor for the Columbia County Clerk of Courts was arrested in a fraud scheme, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement announced Friday.

Police report: Woman repeatedly dropped children off in housing complex parking lot, drove off

A woman is facing a charge of child neglect after she was accused of repeatedly dropping her children off at a housing complex parking lot and driving off, according to the Lake City Police Department.

A Lake City womanโ€™s dying wish was to see the Grand Canyon. Virtual reality made it possible

A Lake City womanโ€™s dying wish was granted nearly one year ago.

Shooting suspect killed in ATV crash in Columbia County, troopers say

Minutes after a shooting early Friday morning in Columbia County, the suspect was killed in an all-terrain vehicle crash, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Recruiting: Columbia stars Ferrell, Robinson ready for their chance to lead Tigers

Amare Ferrell and Jaden Robinson are the latest stars to headline the Columbia defense and appear on the wish lists of numerous college recruiters. The rising seniors have put in the work on the field and are now benefitting off of it.

How a Columbia County man accused of rape, kidnapping tried to escape arrest

New details have been released about a manhunt in Lake City that led to the arrest of a suspect accused of rape and kidnapping.

Columbia County deputies search for man wanted for kidnapping

A man wanted on kidnapping and other "violent charges" is being sought in Columbia County, deputies said.

Pedestrian dies after being hit by car on I-10

A Daytona Beach man died Sunday morning after he was hit by a car while walking on Interstate 10 near Baldwin, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Lake City maintenance worker shot 4 times after responding to work order at wrong apartment

A Lake City maintenance worker was shot four times by a scared tenant after he showed up at the wrong apartment to fix a door lock, officials said.

Prosecutors: Father, son charged with selling silencers had 105 firearms, 13,800 rounds of ammo at home

Prosecutors said a Live Oak father and son accused of possessing & selling firearms silencers had vast amounts of firearms and ammunition in their home, according to court documents.

1 dead, suspect in custody after shooting in Lake City

One person is dead after a shooting early Sunday morning in Lake City.

Lake City police searching for clues in 2020 cold case

Nearly two years later, police are asking for the publicโ€™s help as the evidence collected from the scene hasnโ€™t led to an arrest.

Federal grand jury indicts father, son for conspiracy, having and selling firearm silencers

Special agents from FBI Jacksonville arrested a man and his adult son on a criminal complaint charging them with possession and transfer of firearm silences not registered to them in the National Firearms Registration and Transfer Record, the United States Attorneyโ€™s Office for the Middle District of Florida.

Man accused of punching 1-year-old in the face

A 1-year-old boy was taken to a hospital after a man punched the child several times on Sunday, according to an arrest report from the Lake City Police Department.

15-year-old arrested in deadly Oct. 2021 shooting in Lake City

The Lake City Police Department on Thursday announced the arrest of a 15-year-old, whoโ€™s facing a charge of homicide in the shooting death of a 17-year-old.

Special agents from FBI Jacksonville arrest father, son accused of unlawful possession, transfer of firearm silencers

Special agents from FBI Jacksonville arrested a man and his adult son on a criminal complaint charging them with possession and transfer of firearm silences not registered to them in the National Firearms Registration and Transfer Record, the United States Attorneyโ€™s Office for the Middle District of Florida announced Tuesday.

Man accused of fondling boy faces charge of lewd & lascivious behavior, Lake City police say

Hoang My Tran, 51, was arrested Sunday night and charged with lewd and lascivious behavior after Lake City detectives said he was accused of inappropriately touching a boy under the age of 10.

Hillsborough County murder suspect captured a week after crashing, evading authorities in Lake City: police

A man wanted in connection with a Hillsborough County murder was captured Wednesday in Lake City, a week after he led officers on a car chase, crashed his vehicle and evaded law enforcement, police said.

Missing 14-year-old in Lake City found safe

Police officers in Lake City found a14-year-old girl safe after she was reported missing Monday evening.

Former youth pastor sentenced to life in prison for 1994 murder of teen

After less than three hours of deliberations, the jury returned with a guilty verdict Friday against a former youth pastor accused of killing and dismembering a 16-year-old boy in 1994.

South Florida murder suspect crashes, evades authorities in Lake City: police

A man wanted in connection with a Hillsborough County murder was located Wednesday by Lake City police, but he led officers on a car chase, crashed his vehicle and evaded law enforcement, police said.

Ronnie Hyde, charged in 1994 murder of teen, takes stand in trial

In a trial that is expected to wrap up by Friday, the prosecution rested its case Thursday afternoon against the former youth pastor charged with killing and dismembering a 16-year-old boy in 1994.

Jurors hear grim evidence, testimony in trial of Jacksonville Beach man accused of killing, dismembering teen in 1994

A day after jurors listened to grim testimony in the murder trial of the former youth pastor charged with killing and dismembering a 16-year-old boy in 1994, testimony resumed early Wednesday.

Opening statements made in trial of Jacksonville Beach man accused of killing, dismembering teen in 1994

Attorneys delivered opening statements Tuesday in the trial of Ronnie Hyde, the former youth pastor charged with the 1994 murder of a teenage boy, whose dismembered remains werenโ€™t identified until 2016.

Attorneys question potential jurors in trial of former youth pastor accused of killing, dismembering teen

Jury selection began at 9 a.m. Monday in the trial of Ronnie Hyde, the former youth pastor charged in the 1994 murder of 16-year-old Fred Laster, whose dismembered body was found abandoned in a Lake City dumpster.

Jury selection to begin in trial of youth pastor accused of killing, dismembering teen boy

Nearly three decades after 16-year-old Fred Lasterโ€™s dismembered body was found abandoned in a Lake City dumpster, his accused killer, Ronnie Hyde, is going to trial. Jury selection starts Monday.

61-year-old woman killed in crash in Columbia County

61-year-old woman killed in crash in Columbia County

A 61-year-old woman is dead after she was hit by a van in Columbia County Thursday evening.

Bicyclist killed in early morning crash in Columbia County

A 31-year-old Lake City man is dead following a bicycle crash in Columbia County.

Tornado Watch canceled after day of severe weather in NE Florida, SE Georgia

Tornado Watches and Warnings issued Wednesday by the National Weather Service have expired for counties in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.

2 found dead in car near Lake De Soto, Lake City police say

Two people were found dead Monday in a car near Lake De Soto, according to the Lake City Police Department.

Officials: Columbia High students evacuated due to โ€˜possible bomb threatโ€™; no suspicious devices found

Students were evacuated Tuesday from Columbia High School due to a report of a suspicious item, according to the Columbia County Sheriffโ€™s Office and the Columbia County School District.

Death of 23-month-old under investigation by Lake City police

The Lake City Police Department is investigating circumstances surrounding the death of a 23-month-old, according to a news release the department issued Monday.

Man charged with attempted murder after gunshots fired near Florida school, report says

Darris Darryl Moore, 39, of Lake City was charged with attempted murder, criminal mischief, and illegally discharging a firearm.

Escaped inmate captured after 5 hours on the run, Lake City police say

Inmate found in a trailer

$9,500 reward offered for information leading to arrest in 2019 Lake City killing

A reward of $9,500 is being offered for information leading to an arrest in the death of an 18-year-old in Lake City, the Lake City Police Department said Wednesday.

22-year-old Starke woman dead, 32-year-old Lake City man seriously hurt in head-on crash: FHP

A woman was killed and a man was seriously injured in a head-on crash early Friday morning in Union County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Inmate dies in Columbia County Jail after suspected medical issue

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the death of an inmate at the Columbia County Jail, according to the Sheriffโ€™s Office.

Family, Lake City police seek information in 2001 killing of 19-year-old

The Lake City Police Department on Thursday asked the public for information in a cold case homicide.

Lake City man dies in van fire outside Daytona Beach Police Department

A van burst into flames outside the Daytona Beach Police Department headquarters early Wednesday, killing a 55-year-old Lake City man, authorities said.

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