Florida is poised to join the wave of states debating how they might reshape congressional voting districts, as political parties grapple for an edge in next year’s midterm elections.

How the Community Can Give Back This Holiday Season

As home prices continue to climb across Florida, a new analysis suggests it could take the typical household nearly a generation to save for a modest down payment.

Florida lawmakers are moving forward with three bills aimed at enhancing swimming pool safety and reducing drowning risks across the state.

Jacksonville and Northeast Florida are expected to see much-needed rain and the potential for strong storms this week. Find out what to expect, including rainfall amounts, temperature drops, and severe weather risks, with updates from News4JAX's meteorologist.

Jacksonville starts the week with dense fog, much-needed rain, and cooler temperatures.

I know I’m not alone in saying—we really need this water. The area is in a rain deficit, and any soaking we get will help a lot.

November is likely going down in the record books as the driest on record at Jacksonville, Gainesville, and Craig Executive Airport. The next chance of rainfall is on Monday into Tuesday this week as we begin the final month of 2025.

Football and fireworks round out your Saturday!

Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, many people are traveling back home, which usually means more cars on the road and busier airports, including Jacksonville International Airport. When News4JAX arrived at the airport, it was business as usual inside, with more flights arriving than departing on Friday night after Thanksgiving.

One of Northeast Florida’s most popular holiday attractions will return to Jacksonville Beach on Wednesday.

Jacksonville continues one of its driest Novembers on record as a weak rain chance gives way to a cold Thanksgiving and a brief temperature drop, according to News4JAX's Katie Garner.

If you are planning a trip for Thanksgiving, using a vacation itinerary generated by artificial intelligence may be a good option for you. In fact, using AI to plan vacations is becoming more and more common. News4JAX wanted to put AI to the test and asked ChatGPT to plan a holiday-themed day in Northeast Florida for one day.

Jacksonville is starting off the day a little hazy, with some early-morning fog and cooler temps, but don’t worry, the sunshine isn’t far behind.

The latest drought report was not good news for Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. The extreme and exceptional drought categories have expanded in coverage due to a lack of rainfall across our area.

Records fell on Saturday as high temperatures continue to dominate our region. More could break today.

Northeast Florida Association of REALTORS, or more commonly known locally as NEFAR (Nē-Far), is the largest professional trade association in the region and the fourth largest REALTOR association in the state of Florida boasting more than 12,000 members

Early this morning, our Exact Track 4D radar and visibility maps are showing dense fog blanketing the area, especially along Julington Creek, Palatka, Macclenny, Waycross, Brunswick, and Valdosta.

This week on "This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition," the focus is on Glen Kernan Golf Club's transformation under Hampton Golf's management. The club has redefined private golf culture in Northeast Florida by emphasizing exclusivity, luxury, and community. With membership capped at 250, the club offers a rare level of access and a no-tee-time golf experience, attracting notable members like Trevor Lawrence and Jim Furyk.

November has been an incredibly dry month across our area and should things stand, we could challenge if not set new records. The rainfall deficit continues to climb with little to no rain in sight.

Chick-fil-A, Panda Express, V Pizza and Willie Jewell’s Old School Bar-B-Q will be part of Jacksonville International Airport’s new Concourse B pending approval by the Jacksonville Aviation Authority board, according to the Jacksonville Daily Record.

Once the fog clears, temperatures will climb back near 80, with winds picking up from the west throughout the day.

Able Medical Group is a direct-pay primary care practice launched this summer in Ponte Vedra that focuses on relationship-based, preventive medicine. In this episode, CEO Peter Jensen explains how a smaller patient panel, deeper intake assessments, and home-based services (labs and pediatric house calls) let physicians spend more time with patients to reduce long-term risk of chronic disease.

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Jacksonville is facing continued drought with dry, sunny weather and above-average temperatures heading into the weekend, according to News4JAX's meteorologist. Stay updated with The Weather Authority.

A freeze warning has Jacksonville and nearby areas waking up to temperatures below freezing. Meteorologist Katie Garner from News4JAX's Weather Authority shares details, safety tips, and what to expect as it warms up.

The Jacksonville City Council will consider two different bills Wednesday to give money to a local food bank amid the government shutdown.

This morning was the coldest morning of the year and for that matter the coldest November morning since 2014! Under a clear sky and light wind, temperatures plummeted this morning. Several spots reported lows in the 20s and that’s without the wind chill.

Showroom featuring next wave of service robots

The streets of downtown Jacksonville were decked in red, white and blue for the city’s Veterans Day parade Tuesday morning.

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department stated that it receives more fire calls when temperatures drop rapidly, primarily due to people heating their homes incorrectly. And with temperatures expected to drop into the upper 20s and low 30s in some parts of Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida this week, they’re making sure homeowners are aware of potential fire safety hazards.

The Fire Watch, a community effort to end veteran suicide, has reached a major milestone: 10,000 Floridians trained to identify veterans in crisis.

With cold temperatures heading our way, people are looking to save as much money as possible while trying to stay warm and safe.

A Freeze Warning will be in effect from 12 a.m. to 8 a.m. Tuesday. The coldest air is forecast to settle in between 2 and 8 a.m.

Lil Duval paid for 35,000 meals in Jacksonville through Feeding Northeast Florida amid SNAP delays, according to his Instagram page.

Upcoming temperature swings could mean a lot of ups and downs on your thermostat, but local utilities warn against making big swings on that dial – because they could affect your wallet.

Weather changes ahead with colder days expected next week

Skies will feature a mix of sun and clouds with more sunshine inland, especially across Georgia, and a few more clouds over Northeast Florida.

There are two big distributions happening this Saturday where some of the food being packed will be given away.

The City of Jacksonville and other community partners launched the Duval Care Coalition in response to the government shutdown and SNAP benefit delays.

The current federal government shutdown has broken the record as the longest ever. Here's where you can get help if your income is being impacted.

On par and on point -- Julington Creek Golf Club was voted the best Public Golf Course in Northeast Florida by our News4JAX Insiders.

Florida and Georgia will have major races for governor and U.S. Senate coming up in 2026, but voters in southeast Georgia, as well as Florida voters in Alachua County, cast ballots today in a variety of races, with polling places open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Florida and Georgia will have major races for governor and U.S. Senate coming up in 2026, but some voters in Alachua County cast ballots today in a variety of races, with polling places open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Meteorologist Katie Garner shares Jacksonville’s weather outlook, highlighting dry, cool days ahead, the return of warm temperatures this weekend, and how high-pressure systems are keeping the conditions pleasant.

If you’ve been enjoying our stretch of pleasant fall weather, you’ll love how Sunday shapes up.

Jacksonville’s Halloween forecast brings cool, clear skies for trick-or-treating, with extended cool temps and a Hurricane Melissa update from News4JAX’s meteorologist.

Hurricane Melissa continues to move through the Atlantic while Jacksonville prepares for a cool, dry Halloween. Latest updates from News4JAX’s meteorologist on local impacts, forecast details, and event weather.

The exchange of food into the hands of those in need is more frequent these days at Lutheran Social Services of Northeast Florida’s food pantry. But they’re running into a huge problem: Supplies are running low.

Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia will experience a shift in weather on Wednesday as a mostly dry cold front pushes through the region.

And on Tuesday, a local pantry said its food services are running “dangerously low” as the impending cancellation of SNAP and WIC funds creates even more uncertainty about how families who rely on the government’s services will be able to keep their fridges stocked.

Hurricane Melissa made landfall Tuesday afternoon in southwestern Jamaica near New Hope with estimated maximum sustained winds of 185 mph.

Expect a cloudy day today with showers and thunderstorms approaching from the west as a cold front passes through.

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Beaches remain hazardous due to a high risk of rip currents; caution is advised for swimmers and beachgoers.

The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) is holding its Pet Adoption Festival at the Prime Osborn Convention Center this weekend.

local artists giving back to the community

A beautiful Friday is ahead with slightly warmer temperatures across the region.

In the latest episode of "This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition," host Kent Justice interviews Mark Wilson, President and CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce. Wilson discusses Florida's economic growth, highlighting the state's appeal for business relocations and startups, manufacturing resurgence, and efforts to become the world's tenth-largest economy. He also touches on recent insurance reforms and the importance of education, workforce development, and business leadership in shaping Florida's future, inviting listeners to the Future of Florida Forum for further insights.

News4JAX meteorologist Katie Garner details a brief warmup in Jacksonville, followed by a cooldown and mostly dry conditions, with only a slight chance of showers and calm wind.

Florida’s Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia will hold a news conference Tuesday to talk about funding for immigration enforcement.

A cold front approaching from the northwest will shake up Sunday’s weather pattern across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, bringing scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms to the region by late afternoon.

Northeast Florida’s housing market continued its gradual cooldown in September as sales activity slowed and higher inventory levels compared to a year ago, according to the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors report.

Dr. Rebecca Dominguez-Karimi, an oral historian, is dedicated to uncovering and documenting the lost stories of the Hispanic community in Northeast Florida. Her journey began with a childhood experience of being reprimanded for speaking Spanish at school, which fueled her lifelong advocacy for Hispanic heritage.

If you loved yesterday’s weather, you’re in luck—today will bring more of the same, with lots of sunshine and another beautiful day to enjoy across Northeast Florida.

Elexia Coleman-Moss, a Cuban American nonprofit founder in Jacksonville, is using her heritage and life experience to mentor at-risk girls through Empowerment Resources Inc., a program focused on building confidence, community, and representation.

Meteorologist Katie Garner shares Jacksonville's upcoming forecast: seven days of sunshine, cool temperatures, and tips for enjoying the outdoors safely.

First Coast Crime Stoppers (FCCS) will announce on Friday a permanent increase in cash rewards for information leading to arrests in homicide cases across Northeast Florida.

A nor’easter sweeps through Jacksonville, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and flood risks. News4JAX’s meteorologist Katie Garner breaks down what’s expected and when drier, sunnier weather will return.

A coastal flood advisory remains in effect for parts of Northeast Florida through early Wednesday morning, with officials monitoring beach conditions and implementing restrictions across multiple counties.

Coastal Flooding possible, 2 to 3 feet above normal dry ground

A Coastal Flood Warning is making waves along Northeast Florida’s St. Johns River Basin and Intracoastal Waterway, with moderate tidal flooding expected through the weekend.

Churches across Northeast Florida are keeping up with a more than 800-year-old tradition, by blessing local cats, dogs, birds, reptiles and other beloved pets.

Meteorologist Katie Garner shares Jacksonville’s outlook for a wet and windy weekend, with updates on tropical disturbances and wind advisories from The Weather Authority team on News4JAX.

Although the storm will remain far from land, its effects will be felt strongly along the coast, bringing dangerous surf, strong winds, and a high risk of rip currents.

Friday will likely be the last day of summerlike temperatures in the low 90s across northeast Florida, feeling like 100 by mid-afternoon.

The Jaguars teamed up with the Sight For Kids program to provide free eye exams for more than 600 students, many of whom were having their vision tested for the very first time.

From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at James Weldon Johnson Park in downtown, Moose Tracks will partner with Mayfield Dairy Farms® to serve 10,000 scoops of FREE Original Moose Tracks Ice Cream in a citywide ice cream social benefiting The Salvation Army of Northeast Florida.

According to data provided by the Orange Park Police Department to the Orange Park Town Council, the town made more than $1.1 million from citations caught by red-light cameras over the last year.

How homeowners can spot and avoid scams

Big Brothers Big Sisters Northeast Florida party with a purpose

Jacksonville was ranked among the best cities in the country for Hispanic entrepreneurs, a new WalletHub study found.

Volunteer Jax connects volunteers with non-profits

Home buying in Northeast Florida took a nearly 10% decline in August, according to a new report from the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors

Hispanic Heritage Month has officially begun, and so are the celebrations to embrace this community across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said that a recent decision by the First District Court of Appeals that deemed the state’s open-carry ban unconstitutional and incompatible with the Second Amendment is binding on all Florida’s trial courts.

Dreams Come True is getting close to its fundraising goal of $400,000! But they need a little push to get them across the finish line, and that’s where you -- our News4JAX community members -- come in!

A local, mostly dry Nor’easter is settling in along our coastline on Saturday, bringing windy and hazardous conditions to our waterways.

Open carry isn’t yet legal in Florida, but multiple Northeast Florida sheriffs said they won’t arrest people solely for openly carrying a firearm after an appeals court found the state’s open carry ban unconstitutional.

Minor tidal flooding inundation around the times of high tide for both the coast, ICWW and St. Johns River basin will continue throughout the weekend mostly in Northeast Florida.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is the latest law enforcement agency in Northeast Florida to instruct its officers not to enforce Florida’s open carry ban.

In honor of the lives lost in the September 11th terrorist attacks, volunteers and members of the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department came together to turn tragedy into service.

Jacksonville and surrounding coastal areas are under a flood advisory, with high winds and strong tides expected through the weekend. Temperatures remain below average according to News4JAX's meteorologist.

Wild Wonders has been educating and entertaining children of Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia since 2002. The s how includes 17 reptiles that use music, humor and story to enhance and excite learning of the natural world. Wild Wonders caters to any event as they believe “Animals and kids...What’s cooler than that?!” Reach out on Facebook to Wild Wonders Animal Show for booking inquiries.

A Cuban-American woman who spoke to News4JAX said that her husband was taken into custody in Broward County. She said she and her husband spent time living in Jacksonville and Miami.

Ron DeSantis appeared on Fox News last night and announced that the Deportation Depot in Baker County is now open.

What is the best coffee spot in the Jacksonville area?

But before Northeast Florida was coined as the nine zero four, it – and all of the Sunshine State – shared the notable Miami area code.

Isolated storms move through counties in the afternoon

Isolated to scattered rain possible