A Jacksonville Beach woman said she is haunted every day by the night she struck and killed a 24-year-old tourist while driving under the influence in 2015, and she is urging others to learn from her mistake.
A scholarship funded by the PGA Tour and the Players Championship is helping local students pursue technology careers while honoring the memory of a young man killed in a 2023 mass shooting.
Florida lawmakers this week expanded the state’s swim voucher program, widening the eligible age range to 1 through 7 in an effort to reduce child drownings.
At just four years old, Noah Cardenas is already leading the way — proudly showing off his classroom, introducing his friends, and making sure the adults keep up. But Noah’s journey hasn’t always been easy. After being diagnosed with a hearing impairment as a baby, his parents, Becca and Sean Cardenas, were filled with questions and uncertainty about what the future might hold. Today, Noah is thriving.
Florida lawmakers this week expanded the state’s swim voucher program, widening the eligible age range to 1 through 7 in an effort to reduce child drownings.
St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner -Tuesday, in fact. And if you're looking for traditional Irish dishes to serve and need some great ideas, there's no better place to start than our friends at Culhane's.
May Pang was John Lennon's companion and lover during his "Lost Weekend" era. It lasted for 18 months from late 1973 to 1975. May took candid photos of Lennon in a comfortable and relaxed environment.
A Jacksonville Beach woman said she is haunted every day by the night she struck and killed a 24-year-old tourist while driving under the influence in 2015, and she is urging others to learn from her mistake.
Duval County School Board approves Kings Trail Elementary sale, neighbors raise traffic concerns
Florida lawmakers wrapped up the regular legislative session Friday with no budget and plans to reconvene next month, ending what political experts called an “unproductive” session even as legislators approved more than 100 bills.
Edward Waters University's women's basketball team is making history this week. The Tigers are competing in the NCAA Division II tournament for the first time. News4JAX Reporter Aaron Farrar caught up with the team before they hit the road this morning.
City Council president to form Special Investigatory Committee after IG requests review of JEA fees
With the departure of Amanda DeVoe for a new position out of state, News4JAX reporter Sophia Vitello will be taking over the role of Morning Show Traffic Anchor and Reporter. She shares how her challenging background helped shape her storytelling motivation.
After he was diagnosed with a hearing impairment, 4-year-old Noah's parents faced uncertainty, but today, Noah is thriving at Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech, where children who are deaf or hard of hearing learn to listen, speak and chase limitless possibilities.
The University of North Florida’s ice hockey club is making history on Wednesday as the Ospreys are playing in the AAU National Championship Tournament for the first time. The Ospreys are looking to clinch their first national title in ice hockey, and they’ll be doing it in familiar territory.
Hancock Whitney Bank is investing $10,000 in Operation New Uniform, a Jacksonville nonprofit that helps service members and their families transition to civilian life and careers. The donation will support in-person and online training designed to rebuild confidence, sharpen interview skills and help participants translate military experience into civilian job qualifications.
About one in six parents in the U.S. have skipped or delayed vaccinating their kids against diseases other than COVID or the flu. Now those same fears over vaccine safety are spreading to pet owners. Many question whether vaccines are safe for their dogs and cats.
Injuries and sicknesses vary when people show up to an ER for medical care, so doctors must decide, depending on the severity, which cases take priority in determining how soon patients can be treated in a room and the order in which they are seen.
Our Exact Track 4D Drought Monitor is lighting up in red. We’re also tracking a lot of smoke and some hotspots, especially up in Georgia. Wind is currently calm, which actually helps reduce the quick spread of flames, but the risk is still significant because everything is just so dry.
News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton has gone through two rounds of chemotherapy for a progressive and aggressive form of cancer. The side effects led Bruce and his wife to opt for a new hairstyle, getting ahead of the hair loss by shaving his head. He shares his gratitude for all who have reached out with well wishes.
On The Morning Show, Jacksonville Ambassador Jeff Aviles with Ainsley’s Angels of America shared how the nonprofit works to ensure people with disabilities can take part in races, like the Gate River Run, alongside able-bodied runners.
Black, hot, over ice: the ways we drink our coffee are endless, and for many of us, it’s an essential part of our morning routine. But there’s a catch, too much caffeine can leave you jittery, wide awake at midnight, or nursing a headache.
The Players week is teeing off at TPC Sawgrass as the PGA Tour honors those who serve in uniform on Tuesday with the annual Military Appreciation Day.
A mother and daughter from Jacksonville traveled to Capitol Hill to urge lawmakers to pass the Love Lives on Act, legislation they say would allow surviving military spouses to remarry without losing vital benefits.
Bailey Galicia, assistant director at the Atlantic Council’s Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security, joined us on The Morning Show to discuss the war with Iran, how long it might last and what comes next.
News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton has gone through two rounds of chemotherapy for a progressive and aggressive form of cancer. The side effects led Bruce and his wife to opt for a new hairstyle, getting ahead of the hair loss by shaving his head.
Nearly 98 million American adults have prediabetes, and more than 80% don’t know it. Many people associate blood sugar with diabetes, but doctors say repeated spikes and crashes can affect anyone, increasing inflammation and raising heart disease risk.
Artificial intelligence is becoming a regular part of students' lives — whether it's helping with research, brainstorming ideas, or even completing assignments. But with these powerful tools comes a lot of questions for parents and educators. Josh Gellers, Dean of Professional and Lifelong Learning at the University of North Florida, joined Melanie Lawson on her streaming show to help parents understand how AI is shaping education for kids and teens.
More than 20,000 participants, including our own Melanie Lawson, laced up for the Gate River Run 15K on Saturday morning. Elite runner Julie Stackhouse joined Mel for a recap of this year's event.
Dr. Adam Rappoport, a sleep specialist with Nemours Children's Health, joined Jennifer Waugh on her streaming show to explain the six common factors that can cause sleep difficulties for children and teens.
Jacksonville Area Legal Aid attorney Annie Rodriguez joined Jennifer Waugh on her 10 a.m. streaming show to explain what you should do before you even consider hiring an attorney if you believe you've been taken advantage of in a roofing scam.
A man in his early 20s is expected to recover after he was shot Sunday evening at the Valencia Way Apartments, a Westside complex with a years-long history of violent crime.
Spring is just around the corner, and that makes it the perfect time to finally tackle that overstuffed closet. Christine Stone with Neatly Designed shows us simple, inexpensive ways to clear the clutter and actually find what you own.
A growing number of "sleep hacks" promise to fix everything from midnight wakeups to full-blown insomnia, but how much of it is actually backed by science? Dr. Nura Festic from the Jacksonville Sleep Center joined us on The Morning Show to break it down.
With a week left in the scheduled regular session, House and Senate leaders aren’t yet into formal budget negotiations.
Jennifer and Melanie welcomed aboard a new member of The Morning Show team on Monday: reporter Andrea Snody, who will begin bringing live reports from the field in a couple of weeks. Andrea is a Penn State grad and serves in the Army National Guard.
For kids, playing sports isn’t just fun; it builds teamwork, confidence, and skills, but as any parent knows, injuries can happen. In 2024, about 1.4 million kids ages 5 to 14 ended up in the ER for sports and recreational injuries. Some of the most common sports-related injuries are sprains and strains.
Local running legend Julie Stackhouse joined us on The Morning Show with some last-minute tips to help us run strong, avoid rookie mistakes, and maybe even enjoy the race.
One in 10 women are diagnosed with endometriosis, a chronic and usually debilitating condition that can be easily misdiagnosed. Tam Carter, who was originally diagnosed with the disease in 1999, started the “Shed a LIGHT on" foundation so other women will know "they are not alone."
Consumer Reports tested dozens of babyproofing products to find the ones that work best and talked with child safety experts to create a babyproofing checklist that covers all areas of your home.
Dr. Samuel Stephenson, a pediatric emergency medicine specialist with Wolfson Children's Hospital, joined us on The Morning Show to explain the four most common accidents involving children.
Consumer Reports has released a follow-up to its investigation into infant formula safety, expanding testing to include everything from liquid ready-to-feed products to specialty and alternative formulas.
In the latest Justice 4 All segment on The Morning Show, local attorney Millicent Daniels joined us to answer your questions about how proposed legislation at the State Capitol could impact homeowners who have pools.
A 20-year-old man is being charged with murder and attempted murder after investigators say an argument Wednesday afternoon at a St. Johns County subdivision construction site turned violent. Yovany Lopez Cobo, who is accused of fatally shooting one man and wounding two others, is currently being held without bond in the St. Johns County jail.
