Jacksonville’s 125th anniversary of the Great Fire of 1901 is renewing focus on how fast a blaze can spread in hot and dry weather — the same recipe behind recent wildfires burning in Southeast Georgia.
The 61st annual Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Fest returns to Fernandina Beach this weekend, and organizers say a drone show will replace the traditional fireworks display because of a county burn ban and nearby wildfires.
News4JAX is partnering with Navy Federal Credit Union and the United Service Organizations to launch “Help on the Homefront,” a monthlong drive in May to collect care packages and essential items for service members and their families in northeast Florida.
A recent survey found that just 38% of Americans learn about money from their families, and only 15% learn it in school. So, what should your grad know before that first paycheck?
Downtown Jacksonville is continuing its transformation, with more than 9,000 people now living in the urban core and $7 billion in projects planned or underway, according to the 2025 State of Downtown Report from Downtown Vision, Inc.
The 61st annual Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Fest returns to Fernandina Beach this weekend, and organizers say a drone show will replace the traditional fireworks display because of a county burn ban and nearby wildfires.
The Brantley County Sheriff’s Office is asking residents to be patient as they return home and not to do anything that would affect damage assessments by officials.
Nicole Davidson-Harshaw with DuPont Counseling Group joined us on The Morning Show to share some important insights for families who have lost everything they own in the recent wildfires.
Ten days into a devastating wildfire that destroyed dozens of homes in Brantley County, things are slowly but surely opening back up as residents shift into recovery mode. On Thursday, teachers returned to their schools for the first time in over a week, although students in the district will be out of school through Friday.
The Florida Legislature approved a new congressional map that aims to give Republicans four more seats hours after the Supreme Court narrowed a section of the Voting Rights Act. News4JAX political analyst Rick Mullaney joined us on The Morning Show to explain how the fallout from both moves is going to be anything but quiet.
A recent survey found that just 38% of Americans learn about money from their families, and only 15% learn it in school. So, what should your grad know before that first paycheck?
Attorney Millicent Daniels joins us for our Justice 4 All segment on The Morning Show to explain the rules of the road all drivers should know when it comes to school buses. Justice 4 All is proudly #sponsored by @TheDanielsLawFirm, helping Florida families better understand their rights and legal options.
As the wildfires continue in Southeast Georgia, help is now coming from the Georgia National Guard as they step up to support firefighting efforts. Gov. Brian Kemp issued a state of emergency last week, in response to the wildfires, activating the state's National Guard.
Artificial intelligence is now part of everyday life, and more and more businesses are using it to boost productivity. Leaders from one of the fastest-growing AI companies in the country, based right here in Jacksonville, joined us on The Morning Show to show us how it's being used and to tell us about a free event to learn more about how to incorporate it into your business.
Parents in Brantley County are still waiting to hear when schools will reopen. Assistant Superintendent Angela Haney joined us on The Morning Show to share the latest information.
By all accounts, King Charles III had much to say to a bipartisan crowd of elected officials, Supreme Court justices and military officials. But it's perhaps the subtext that is most interesting. Garett Martin, the co-director of the Transatlantic Policy Center at American University, joined us on The Morning Show to offer some perspective on the king's speech.
More than 60% of high school grads head to college after graduation. But campus counselors say academics aren’t the main reason freshmen struggle. It’s the things no one taught them: how to advocate for themselves, manage freedom and handle adult responsibilities.
A Brantley County resident on her way to see what was left of her property stopped to share her story with News4JAX reporter Briana Brownlee. A report Brownlee shared last week revealed that the gravestone of the woman's grandson had survived the fire unscathed, bringing relief to her daughter in Atlanta.
Chris Shee, founder of MasterCraft Builder Group, is being recognized for using his success, resources and community connections to make a real impact across Northeast Florida — especially for women, children and young people in need.
Georgia and Florida firefighters are facing an active wildfire season, and it's taking a toll on the men and women on the front lines. Rob Chase with the Florida Forestry Service shared his perspective on The Morning Show.
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, one-third of all college students in the United States are first-generation. And while the achievement is historic, the transition can be tough.
Organizers say roughly 300 volunteers have shown up to help, and approximately 150 families have visited Brantley Gas off Satilla Avenue in Nahunta seeking items they need. Here's how you can help
At Selden Park in Brunswick (100 Genoa Martin Dr.), the American Red Cross opened a 24/7 shelter for evacuees and anyone needing a safe place to stay as conditions change. As of Monday morning, 23 people were staying at the shelter, which has the capacity for 96 people.
Emergency crews in Southeast Georgia have now been working for one week to contain the fires that have forced people out of their homes and closed major roads and highways. Here's how you can help those who have been affected
Smoke from the Brantley County wildfires drifted into neighboring Glynn County, prompting air-quality concerns as voluntary evacuations continued and a local state of emergency remained in effect.
With dozens of homes destroyed by fire, many families are faced with questions about how they will rebuild. Sean Way, a local insurance agent, joined us on The Morning Show with important information for homeowners about protecting their property.
Former FBI Special Agent Rich Kolko joined us on The Morning Show to share some important perspective about the investigation into a shooting at the White House Correspondents' dinner this weekend.
From a pop-culture staple in the 1950s to the popularity of Publisher’s Clearing House in the 1980s, a blast from the past is back in a big way: Sweepstakes. Sweepstakes are still very much a thing in 2026—and you could even call it a new kind of Prize Patrol. So what’s fueling the trend, and what steps can you take so “free” doesn’t turn into costly?
Wildfire smoke isn’t just a concern for people — it can be just as harmful to pets, according to Dr. Christian Broadhurst with the Clay Humane Society.
More than 5,000 acres continue to burn in the Highway 82 Fire in Brantley County, with at least 87 homes lost, and the Sheriff’s Office announced Friday that a curfew will be in place from 8:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. in the affected area.
Brantley County business owner Ginger Hunter says she is starting over from nothing after a fast-moving wildfire destroyed her home, her wedding chapel business, and nearly everything tied to her family’s livelihood.
One Orange Park doctor says the number of cases of people falling and being treated at hospitals are significantly increasing. Most of the falls are happening at people’s homes.
The smoke from ongoing fires is getting carried by strong winds and is even impacting counties where there aren't any fires, including in Jacksonville. The city's Chief Health Officer, Dr. Sunil Joshi, joined us on The Morning Show to talk about the effects that smoke can have on your lungs and how to protect yourself from it.
As wildfires continue to burn across Florida, the Florida National Guard has stepped in to support firefighting efforts, deploying helicopters and aircraft to help suppress the flames.
Businesses across Brantley County are stepping up to help firefighters and anyone who has lost their home. Jerry J's Country Cafe is making meals for first responders and said neighbors have donated to the restaurant to cover meals for those who have lost their homes.
Brantley County Manager Joey Cason joined us on The Morning Show to share an update about what firefighters will face Thursday as they work to get a 5,000-acre wildfire under control and protect lives and property.
The Highway 82 Fire is burning about 5,000 acres and has destroyed more than 50 homes in Brantley County. No deaths have been reported, but the fire remains only 10% contained, according to the latest update from officials.
A proposed water treatment plan could send millions of gallons of treated wastewater from Jacksonville into North Florida rivers — raising both hope and concern among residents, environmental advocates and water management leaders.
While no fires are burning in Duval County, step outside and you can smell the smoke, which can be a problem for people who have asthma or other breathing conditions. Dr. Shilpa Amin, medical director of the Emergency Department at HCA Florida Memorial Hospital, joined us on The Morning Show to share some important information for those with health concerns from the smoke.
Families in southeast Georgia are being forced from their homes as a wildfire continues to spread in Brantley County. It is now estimated at more than 5,000 acres and just 10% contained.
The community is stepping up to support the firefighters battling a 4,000-acre wildfire as they work to protect homes and businesses.
A newly emerging synthetic opioid that is 10 times more powerful than fentanyl has appeared in toxicology reports for 41 deaths in Tennessee. Mike McCormick with Florida Poison Control joined us on The Morning Show to educate us about cychlorphine.
Octavius Davis, with Family Support Services, and Amy Hodge, a local pediatric trauma nurse, joined us on The Morning Show to explain the warning signs of child abuse that can be easy to miss and where you can get help.
The massive Railroad Fire burning near the Clay–Putnam County line continues to grow—now spanning around 3,000 acres and only about 10% contained. The fire is the result of two wildfires—the Crews Road Fire in Clay County and the Railroad Complex Fire in Putnam County—merging into an “unpredictable” blaze, according to the Florida Forest Service.
