Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced Monday he signed into law a new congressional district map for Florida.

The world’s tallest college basketball player is moving to California.

Florida lawmakers are now back in Tallahassee for a special session to consider redrawing the state’s U.S. House district lines.

Introducing the the Asian Chamber of Commerce North Florida

News4JAX meteorologist Katie Garner updates on drought, wildfire danger, wind impacts, and rain forecast for South Georgia, North Florida, and the Jacksonville area.

Jacksonville faces a severe drought and wildfire threat as smoke advisories continue. News4JAX’s meteorologist shares the latest updates on air quality, burn bans, and what’s ahead for local weather.

Dry conditions are prompting burn bans and water restrictions across several counties in Georgia and North Florida, with officials urging residents to take conservation seriously.

Two wildfires burning in North Florida merged Saturday into a single blaze now known as the Railroad Fire, prompting evacuations, road closures and railway suspensions across Clay and Putnam counties.

The News4JAX I-TEAM is investigating who is behind a mysterious anonymous text message sent to hundreds, if not thousands, of people across North Florida regarding JEA.

The 21st annual Taste of Golf returns to TPC Sawgrass on April 22, uniting some of North Florida’s most talented country club chefs for a one-of-a-kind culinary celebration benefiting The First Tee of North Florida. Guests will enjoy dishes inspired by states and territories across America, from fire-roasted tacos to regional favorites. This elegant evening supports youth through golf and character education programs. Tickets and details are available at www.tasteofgolf.com and www.firstteenorthflorida.org.

A study by SeaD Consulting on behalf of the Southern Shrimp Alliance found that nearly 60% of randomly sampled restaurant shrimp in the Jacksonville area are being falsely represented as local, American wild-caught product, including shrimp marketed as iconic “Mayport Shrimp.”

Band releasing new music

The final day of the tournament also drew spectators from across the globe.

Residents in portions of North Florida, including Duval County, are being asked to conserve water after the St. Johns River Water Management District issued a Phase II water-shortage declaration.

From March 15–21, National Clean Out Your Closet Week invites Northeast Florida residents to turn their spring cleaning into something meaningful.

Girl Scouts Cookie Season is upon us

The National Wildfire Prevention and Education team arrived in Florida for a two-week assignment to increase awareness about the growing risk of wildfires amid worsening drought conditions throughout the state.

Chef shows simple ways to add love to a meal

Shelley's first book "Dying to Live Here" goes on sale this week.

Fundraising event to support Blessings in a Backpack

Jacksonville Today reader Ann C. notes that skilled trades jobs are supposed to be available to the community. During a Q&A with the Brentwood Neighbors Forum on Dec. 2, she posed a question: “How is the community to know about the jobs when they come about?”

Jacksonville is on track for an unseasonably warm and sunny Christmas, ideal for holiday fun, as ongoing drought conditions keep things dry in North Florida and South Georgia.

For the first time in more than a decade, Citizens Property Insurance Corp., the state-backed insurer of last resort, is proposing a 2.6% statewide average rate decrease, a move insurance experts say signals growing stability after years of soaring costs.

John Crawford of Trivia Nation joined the show to host a battle royale! Eden ends the year with four wins to Rance’s three. Trivia Nation hosts live trivia events around North Florida at area bars and restaurants.

The JEA Board of Directors approved on Tuesday millions of dollars in funding for a project that aims to recharge the Floridan Aquifer, restore springs and river flows, and ensure the region’s sustainable water supply.

Olivier Rioux became the tallest person to ever play college basketball when he made his debut in third-ranked Florida's 104-64 victory over North Florida.

Alex Condon had 25 points and 10 rebounds, Micah Handlogten notched his second double-double in as many games and No. 3 Florida bounced back from a season-opening loss with a 104-64 drubbing of North Florida.

Goodwill Industries of North Florida will host its Annual Luncheon & Fashion Show, Gather for Goodwill, on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. The event will honor participants from Goodwill’s mission programs and feature local personalities modeling thrifted fashion finds.

The St. Johns River Water Management District is reminding residents and businesses across the Lower St. Johns River basin that watering restrictions will change to once per week on Nov. 2.

Annual German celebrates 10 years at Seawalk Pavillion

Local Rising Star Jordan Judith has been playing multiple shows weekly in the North Florida area, and has just released her debut EP titled “Pain Into Purpose”. Jordan has been singing since middle school and is now a full time musician & independent artist.

Not all Nor’easters are created equal. This week in Florida, we get both versions: the soggy kind and the blustery, but mostly dry version.

A local advocacy group for immigrants’ rights is expected to hold a rally and news conference on Friday afternoon to denounce Governor Ron DeSantis’s plans to convert the Baker Correctional Facility into a new immigrant detention center, dubbed “Deportation Depot.”

Manatees in North Florida are dying at a higher rate than they were in 2023 and 2024, including five deaths in Duval County in June, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission data.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Thursday that he authorized the opening of an immigration detention center at the Baker Correctional Institution in Sanderson, shifting plans away from the previously considered site at Camp Blanding.

Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez said Thursday he is setting up a select committee to look into redrawing congressional districts, as Republicans seek to keep control of Congress in 2026.

Rhythm Rodeo, a veteran-owned dance brand founded by Jasmine “Roxy Rodeo” Batista, is bringing the energy, fun and connection of line dancing to North Florida. With a mix of country classics and today’s hottest hits, Jasmine makes dance approachable, exciting, and inclusive for all ages and skill levels. Her goal is to create a community where people can kick up their boots, have a blast, and leave feeling confident. From local classes to special events, Rhythm Rodeo is where North Florida comes to dance.

Jacksonville and North Florida are in for a week of high rain chances and afternoon thunderstorms, as tropical activity in the Atlantic is monitored and temperatures stay in the low 90s.

Flood Watch for SE Georgia and parts of North Florida

Jacksonville is baking and not just in the figurative sense. Tuesday marks the fourth straight day of temperatures reaching 99 degrees or higher, a sizzling heat streak that’s drawing comparisons to some of the hottest stretches ever recorded in Northeast Florida.

Jacksonville faces extreme heat with temperatures expected to reach 99 degrees, a risk to pets and people. The Weather Authority also highlights how bright lights are endangering turtle hatchlings on local beaches, plus a look at the week’s forecast.

Tickets are available now at www.firstcoastcomiccon.com: $10 for adults; kids 12 and under get in free. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting celebration of imagination and inspiration.

While Amazon Prime Days offer consumers an opportunity to find cost-effective deals on everyday items, a local nonprofit is using the four-day window to give the North Florida community a chance to support local kids in foster care.

Gov. Ron DeSantis has cut nearly $20 million in funding for Northeast Florida, and one of the entities affected by the cuts is the North Florida Skilled Workforce Development.

Goodwill Industries of North Florida celebrated the grand reopening of its newly renovated Outlet Store on Lenox Avenue in West Jacksonville today, unveiling a much larger and modernized space for bargain hunters and community supporters alike.

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society North Florida chapter held its annual Dinner of Champions on Thursday.

Jacksonville kicks off Memorial Day weekend with hot, dry conditions and air quality alerts, before shifting to higher humidity and rising storm chances. See what’s expected across North Florida with this News4JAX forecast.

St. Johns County residents protested the proposed Guana Preserve land swap on Saturday.

The North Florida Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is unveiling its five-year plan for the Transportation Improvement Program on Thursday. This plan is expected to introduce new projects aimed at making local roads safer and more efficient.

The North Florida chapter of PGA HOPE is one of 12 teams competing in the Secretary's Cup, a nine-hole golf match set for Monday to kick off PGA Championship week.

As the sea turtle nesting season continues, the Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol urges people to follow proper guidelines to ensure wildlife safety.

The 20th Annual Taste of Golf will take place on April 23, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., at the TPC Sawgrass Clubhouse, celebrating a milestone anniversary with a National Picnic Day-inspired culinary theme.

Severe storms will target inland southern Georgia early this evening.

Goodwill Industries of North Florida is set to celebrate National Clean Out Your Closet Week, observed from March 16–22, 2025. This week-long event encourages individuals to declutter their homes, get organized, and donate gently used clothing and household items to Goodwill while supporting the local community. National Clean Out Your Closet Week is the ideal time to declutter spaces and refresh the home for spring. Clearing out closets helps create a more organized and peaceful living environment. When you bring those gently used items to Goodwill, is supports the community by funding programs that remove barriers to employment through job training and placement services. “How Your Donation Helps Goodwill Industries of North Florida believes that everyone deserves access to opportunity. From the moment your donation leaves your hand, it becomes part of our Goodwill mission of removing barriers to employment through training, education, and career opportunities in your community. With your support, we create job opportunities and training services for our community – and reuse and upcycle millions of pounds of goods and cardboard. How to Donate Once you’ve decluttered, Goodwill invites you to donate your gently used items to one of its local donation centers. To find the nearest donation center or learn more about how to make a difference, visit https://goodwillnorthfl.org/locations/. About Goodwill Industries of North Florida Follow Goodwill on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoodwillNFL/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodwillnfl/

It’s National Clean Out Your Closet Week, and Goodwill Industries of North Florida is encouraging everyone to take time to declutter, get organized, and donate gently used clothes and household items.

With school districts across the state expressing support, Florida senators Monday started moving forward with a bill that would repeal requirements aimed at later daily start times in many high schools.

The Girl Scouts of Gateway Council proudly serves over 11,000 members across 35 counties in North Florida. They are excited to kick off National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, taking place February 21-23, which encourages consumers to support local Girl Scout entrepreneurs as they work towards a brighter future—one cookie box at a time. National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend is a time when many cookie entrepreneurs across the United States sell cookies in their communities. This season, over 350 cookie booths are set up across North Florida, giving customers the chance to purchase their favorite cookies in person. Supporters can also buy cookies through a local Girl Scout’s Digital Cookie website or by visiting www.gsgateway.org to use the Cookie Finder tool—simply enter a zip code to locate a nearby booth. Join the Girl Scouts of Gateway Council in celebrating National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend and support these young entrepreneurs as they develop skills for success!

Get ready for rain tomorrow as temperatures drop and a cold front approaches, bringing potential freeze conditions later in the week.

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement said one of their agents shot a Bishop Kenny High School student in the arm on Wednesday while the student was playing a game of “Senior Assassin” in Nassau County.

WJXT is proud to continue its long-serving promise of dedication to North Florida and South Georgia communities by introducing a new, inside perspective of area neighborhoods.

Jacksonville ranked its highest or most extreme winter based on the Winter Misery Index which tracks the impacts of winter weather across cities in the U.S.

Locals continue to feel the impacts of a winter storm that moved through Southeast Georgia and North Florida on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning as they grapple with unsafe driving conditions, road closures, and power outages.

Tuesday afternoon quickly turned cold and the rain continued causing schools and businesses to close on Wednesday as the overnight temperatures were forecasted to drop even further.

It was a winter wonderland in Waycross on Tuesday evening.

From a snowy Bourbon Street in New Orleans to making a snowman on the beaches in Houston, check out the falling snow in our southern states.

Governor Ron DeSantis on Tuesday is set to hold a news conference at the State Emergency Operations Center in Tallahassee as a powerful winter storm is beginning to hit Florida.

Governor Ron DeSantis said Tuesday afternoon that Florida could see a record amount of snow in the Panhandle over the next 24 hours as a rare winter storm hits the state.

Governor Ron DeSantis issued a state of emergency Monday evening ahead of a winter storm that is forecast to impact North Florida beginning Tuesday evening.

A rare winter storm is set to impact North Florida and southern Georgia on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning and it will bring the risk of ice and even some snow to the region.

As temperatures drop and winter weather looms, North Florida communities are gearing up for what could be a historic event.

Tennessee coach Rick Barnes believes losing at Florida will be good for his team.

Alijah Martin scored 18 points, Denzel Aberdeen added 16 and No. 8 Florida thumped top-ranked Tennessee 73-43 to knock off the last unbeaten in Division I basketball.

Will Richard scored a career-high 26 points, three teammates notched double-doubles and No. 7 Florida remained undefeated with a 99-45 victory over North Florida.

Deck the Chairs at Jacksonville Beach is back and will light for the public Wednesday, Nov. 27.

Goodwill hosted a luncheon and fashion show to celebrate the achievements of people who’ve been through Goodwill of North Florida programs and changed their lives.

Calling all Goodwill fans, Goodwill will soon have a new retail location in St. Augustine, Florida.

An area of low pressure in the Caribbean Sea, Invest-99, producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms, could soon develop into “Sara.”

The Northern Taurids peaks on Nov. 12, but may be more obstructed by moonlight since the moon will be 79% full.

Josh Harris scored 22 points to lead six players in double figures, Jasai Miles posted a double-double, and North Florida cruised to a 105-93 victory over Georgia Tech. Harris made 8 of 10 shots from the floor and 5 of 6 at the free-throw line for the Ospreys (3-0).

The President of the Florida Letter Carriers Association for the United States Postal Service is responding to calls for an investigation into delayed and missing mail at Postal Service’s Network Distribution Center.

Meteors and a Supermoon will be visible this month and this is when to look.

The dry season in Jacksonville typically begins in late October and lasts through early May. This seasonal transition is marked by a noticeable drop in humidity and precipitation as colder, drier air masses start moving into the region.

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Now that Hurricane Milton is over, it’s time to go outside.

All blood types are needed, however there is an increased need for O Negative, O Positive, as well as platelet donors.

Angie's Subs owner Ed Malin had one day to collect as much as possible, saying he would be leaving Wednesday morning with four other trucks pulling trailers to head to an area outside Asheville.

The Florida Minority Business Awards honors outstanding minority entrepreneurs, business leaders, organizations and civic leaders across North Florida.

Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine has formed in the Caribbean, and the disturbance is forecast to strengthen over the next few days into Hurricane Helene.

The North Florida and South Georgia Veterans Health System will host a resource and suicide prevention fair on Thursday, September 19th.

Now available across North Florida, Inspiro Tequila is an additive-free, clean and uniquely smooth tasting tequila. It was founded by Mara Smith, a former attorney and stay-at-home mom who for years searched for a tequila that was additive free with a look, taste and aroma that appealed to her. That perfect tequila didn't exist, so she decided to create one. Mara joins us on River City Live to make some great cocktails with Inspiro Tequila!  www.inspirotequila.com

Jacksonville Dragon Boat Club offers individuals in the North Florida region the opportunity to learn how to paddle in a dragon boat in a positive and supportive exercise environment. Team Mammoglams is just one of the premier teams and are all Breast Cancer Survivors. For more details contact Coach Marty Millard at 904-536-3475 or go to our website Jacksonvilledragonboatclub.com

Jacksonville Dragon Boat Club offers individuals in the North Florida region the opportunity to learn how to paddle in a dragon boat in a positive and supportive exercise environment. Team Mammoglams is just one of the premier teams and are all Breast Cancer Survivors. For more details contact Coach Marty Millard at 904-536-3475 or go to our website Jacksonvilledragonboatclub.com

In Duval, Clay, St. Johns, and Nassau counties, property insurance premiums rose by an average of 13.5% from 2023 to 2024.

Hurricane Debby made landfall about 7 a.m. Monday near Steinhatchee as a Category 1 storm, bringing the rural Big Bend region its second hurricane in less than a year.

Hurricane Debby made landfall about 7 a.m. Monday near Steinhatchee as a Category 1 storm, bringing the rural Big Bend region its second hurricane in less than a year.

As of the 11 p.m. National Hurricane Center update, the tropical storm has become Hurricane Debby and is expected to make landfall in the Florida Big Bend area on Monday.

Scattered storms inland will drift slowly and some could track toward the coast and last as late as midnight.

The Greater Jacksonville Coin Club is an organization with over 250 members dedicated to educating, preserving, and promoting numismatics and all facets of coin, currency, medal, and token collecting for the general public of North Florida.

Some assisted living facilities and nursing homes have been forced to close due to escalating operating costs tied to Florida’s skyrocketing property insurance rates, according to data from Bloomberg.

In the North Florida area, numerous fire performers showcase their talents. However, emerging as Jacksonville’s pioneering fire and aerial entertainment ensemble targeting restaurants and bars, they boast unparalleled expertise in event elevation. Their mission is to imbue each occasion with an extraordinary essence, sparking wonder and delight among guests. With a unique understanding of experiential enhancement, they guarantee nothing short of spectacular events. Tokyo, lead entertainer and fire manipulator, brings her expertise in entertainment and high-octane theatrics to the 904, aiming to elevate the client experience in any venue.

To:​Jana Angel​Thu 4/18/2024 2:18 PM.Discover the Ultimate Concert Experience at the River City Railway!Embark on an unforgettable journey at the River City Railway, a spectacular new event venue nestled just East of EverBank Stadium. Introducing the Railway Concert Series, a sensational celebration of music and community that promises to redefine your entertainment expectations.