Blue Origin has launched Jeff Bezos' fiancee Lauren Sanchez into space with an all-female celebrity crew that included Katy Perry and Gayle King.

Before she kicks off her upcoming world tour, Katy Perry is reaching for the stars.

During Black History Month, News4JAX is celebrating local African American trailblazers who paved the way in politics and public service. These are just a few of the figures whose influence is still felt among the local African American community.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference in Perry to give an update on the state’s response efforts to Hurricane Helene.

Hurricane Helene, which slammed into Florida’s Big Bend region Thursday night as a powerful Category 4 storm, left behind devastation due to high winds and a historic storm surge.

According to Taylor County Emergency Management officials, people who did not leave are asked to write their names and other important identifying information on their arms or legs in permanent marker so families can be identified and notified later.

The wife of Jane's Addiction lead singer Perry Farrell says a scuffle on stage involving her husband was caused by “tension and animosity” within the band during their reunion tour.

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Katy Perry will receive the Video Vanguard Award at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards next month.

No, Katy Perry and Rihanna didn’t attend the Met Gala this year.

Iowa's Republican governor announced in June 2022 that the state would use $75 million in federal pandemic relief funds to add security measures at schools.

Parents in the Iowa town where a deadly school shooting took place earlier this month told school officials on Monday they want more preventative measures and transparency as the school board plans for students' return.

The parents of the 17-year-old who killed a sixth grader and wounded seven others in a shooting at his small-town Iowa high school last week said in a statement Monday that they “had no inkling he intended the horrible violence he was about to inflict.”.

This year’s Iowa legislative session kicked off with student protestors filling the Capitol rotunda to call for stricter gun laws just days after a school shooting in Perry, Iowa, that left one 11-year-old boy dead and seven other people wounded.

The mother of an 11-year-old who was killed this week in a school shooting in Iowa remembers the boy as a friendly child who exuded happiness.

After reports showed the 17-year-old Iowa school shooter made several social media posts around the time of the shooting, some people are questioning the role of social media in preventing tragedies like this.

The shooting in Perry, Iowa, has cast a shadow over the state’s upcoming first-in-the-nation Republican presidential caucuses.

An Iowa principal critically injured in a school shooting put himself in harm's way as he tried to protect students from the teenage gunman.

Authorities say a 17-year-old student with a shotgun and a handgun opened fire at a small-town Iowa high school, killing a sixth-grader and wounding five others.

The Florida Department of Health in Duval County issued a rabies alert Thursday, following the discovery of a rabid cat in the Town Center and UNF area of Jacksonville’s Southside.

The uncertainty surrounding quarterback Trevor Lawrence forced the Jaguars to head to the waiver wire and re-sign a familiar name.

Florida agriculture losses from Hurricane Idalia are estimated at between $78 million and $371 million, with producers also suffering widespread damage to such infrastructure as irrigation rigs and fences.

Hurricane Idalia made landfall in Florida's Big Bend as a category 3 storm. Winds over 100 mph forced a gas station awning in Perry to topple over. Other areas of Perry suffered damage.

Videos from various parts of Florida show how Hurricane Idalia is impacting communities, from flooding to power outages, to people getting creative in getting around.

Authorities in Oregon say the deaths of four women whose bodies were found over three months are linked and that at least one person of interest has been identified.

Here’s a look at the results in Georgia county-by-county.

A sweeping novel set in a low-income housing community in Indiana, Tess Gunty’s “The Rabbit Hutch” has won the National Book Award for fiction.

Nate Wiggins broke up Sam Hartman’s fourth-down pass in the end zone to help No. 5 Clemson hold off No. 21 Wake Forest 51-45 in double overtime.

Authorities say a teenage girl was seriously injured when a shark attacked her off Florida’s Gulf Coast.

It might be the quietest Chili’s in America. And that’s not a bad thing.

Katy Perry will narrate a new podcast about Elizabeth Taylor.

State health officials are investigating whether E. coli was spread at the Georgia National Fair held earlier this month.

Whether you’re stocking up for hurricane season or replenishing canned food or pantry items just to keep on hand, sometimes it’s hard to know what to buy.

John Adams and John Quincy Adams also opted not to participate in a tradition that began with George Washington. The White House Historical Association points out that John Adams was never formally invited by his successor, Thomas Jefferson, to the event and perhaps didn’t want to impose. He did not call on Adams, nor did Adams invite Jackson to the White House. Some four decades later, President-elect Ulysses S. Grant refused to ride with President Andrew Johnson from the White House to the Capitol for the ceremony. Rather, Ford was administered the oath of office in the White House East Room shortly after Nixon had tendered his resignation to avoid impeachment.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Naval Hospital Jacksonville and UF Health in Gainesville on Wednesday began giving the COVID-19 vaccine to high-risk and high-exposure health care workers. After the shipments arrived Tuesday at Naval Hospital Jacksonville, phase one of the COVID-19 vaccination plan started Wednesday, meaning some high exposure-risk personnel got their first of two injections. Health care workers, emergency services staff and public safety officials lined up to receive some of the first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. And I think this is a step in the right direction.”More than 300 additional health care workers at UF Health in Gainesville were expected to be vaccinated throughout the day. Elsewhere, at least 110 health care workers at UF Health Jacksonville have received their first shot.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office joined forces with MAD DADS on Saturday to talk with Jacksonville’s youth on the Westside. Two JSO officers spoke with about 50 curious children who asked them about police-community relations, and the officers shared with them more about their duties and responsibilities. Officer Corella Perry said her goal when was asked to participate in the MAD DADS Life Skills University was to educate and communicate. My parents told me one day someone is going to speak to you, and I think Officer Perry really spoke to me today,” Gardner said. Gardner said she also left the Q&A with the message that it’s important to look out for one another.

Five people have been arrested in connection with Perry’s death, including four brothers from the Roe family of Keystone Heights. They include Caleb Roe and Travis Roe, who have been charged with second-degree murder, as well. The family is speaking out specifically after the arrest of Travis Roe on Aug. 27. The family had video surveillance on its property and provided a copy of the video to News4Jax. News4Jax spoke with Travis Roe by phone from jail.

CAMDEN COUNTY, Ga. – Attorneys for a man convicted of the 1985 murders of two people inside a Camden County church and the Brunswick District Attorney’s Office met with a judge on Wednesday to discuss his fate. It’s not safe for him in the prison, and he’s an innocent man,” Suzanne Baugh, Perry’s first cousin, told News4Jax. He 38 years old when he was arrested in 2000 in the 1985 murders of Deacon Harold Swain and his wife, Thelma. I-TEAM: Man convicted in 1985 Camden County church murders wants new trialOn Monday, June 29, the state filed papers saying it would not be prepared for a hearing on July 13. New DNA evidence in the 1985 murders excludes Perry, according to new court documents.

After Perry was lynched, the mob laid siege to the black section of Ocoee, Fla., killing dozens. That dark episode, until recently largely forgotten, came to be known as the 1920 Ocoee Election Day Riots. Others remember it as a massacre, one of the many acts of racial violence perpetrated against black citizens over the decades. The Ocoee massacre was just one of many that engulfed communities across the country during the Jim Crow era. Bracy and state Rep. Kamia Brown, both Democrats, wanted similar compensation for descendants of the Ocoee riots but failed to muster support from the Republican-controlled Legislature.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Heather Perry’s job right now is making sure that front line workers are taken care of at UF Health Jacksonville, but she reminds us that it’s not just the doctors and nurses. “Our two-story sorority house is less than a mile away from (UF Health), so we serve the same community. We serve the same ZIP code, and we are a friend of UF Health and we wanted to be here to support (them)." RELATED: News4Jax announces Food4Frontline campaignThe Food4Frontline campaign is designed to give viewers a way to show their gratitude to those on the front lines through donations, and also gives a much-needed boost to hard-hit small businesses. “It helps with our workers too, so we’re able to put them back to work, so it’s a beautiful thing, and we couldn’t say no,” said Tripp Kearley vice president of operations for Legacy Restaurant Group.

Ancient pyramids, afterlife thoughts and fairy-tale love -- Katy Perry is getting deep as she continues to celebrate her 35th birthday. The pop star took to Instagram on Friday to share a slideshow of snapshots from her trip to Egypt, including a rare and adorable photo with fianc Orlando Bloom. Ancient Egyptians believed that when you pass on your heart had to be weighed, Perry captioned the post. In between music and Egypt trips, Perry is also continuing her American Idol judging stint, with the show returning in spring 2020. RELATED CONTENT:Katy Perry Has Steamy Romance in 'Harleys in Hawaii' Music VideoKaty Perry and Ryan Seacrest Have Already Been Brought to Tears During 'American Idol' Auditions (Exclusive)

Paula Abdul is celebrating Katy Perry's hefty American Idol salary. The 57-year-old singer appeared on Wednesday's episode of Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen and responded to a fan question about Perry's reported $25 million paycheck as a judge on Idol. Abdul previously expressed similar sentiments when ET's Nischelle Turner spoke to her in June 2017. "So I'm a paid woman and I'm ready for a beautiful man," she added at the time, which came just months after she and her now-fiance, Orlando Bloom, called it quits. "Their plan is to have a close friends and family wedding in the fall, but are keeping many of their plans private."

"Katy and I were actually crying [while] watching [an audition]" Seacrest said of a mother who patiently waited for her chance to sing for the stars. "That's what this American Idol is about," Perry explained. "She came to collect it," added Richie, with Perry saying, "And she's going to Hollywood!" Season three of American Idol is expected to premiere in early 2020. RELATED CONTENT:Ryan Seacrest Officially Returns as 'American Idol' HostOriginal 'American Idol' Judges Reunite With Kelly Clarkson, Talk Working Together AgainLauren Alaina Shares How Competing on 'American Idol' Differs From 'Dancing With the Stars' (Exclusive)

The annual iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour has an incredibly star-studded lineup this year. Performers at the 2019 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One include Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, BTS, Jonas Brothers, Camila Cabello, Khalid, Sam Smith, Billie Eilish, Lizzo and more. In 2017, Katie Holmes and her daughter, Suri, made a surprise appearance at Jingle Ball in New York, where they introduced Swift before her performance. Watch the video below to see the cute moment:RELATED CONTENT:Cardi B and Offset Go All Out in PDA-Filled Jingle Ball PerformanceTaylor Swift Holds Hands With Joe Alwyn While Heading Home From Jingle Ball -- See the Sweet Pic! Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran Perform 'End Game' at Jingle Ball -- Watch!

These days, Taylor Swift and Katy Perry have passed the olive branch (literally) and buried the Bad Blood, but things werent always so nice between to the two pop stars. Katy and I were talking about our signs of course we were we were talking about our signs because we had this really, really long talk when we were reconnecting and stuff, Swift explains. We were talking about how weve had miscommunications with people in the past, not even specifically with each other, Swift shares. It was actually just a misunderstanding, Perry says of the fight, which was supposedly over stolen backup dancers. Theres probably only about 10 people in the world that have the same things in common, Perry notes.

Katy Perry has changed a lot since connecting with her fianc, Orlando Bloom. The 34-year-old musician opens up on Wednesdays episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show about how the British actors 8-year-old son, Flynn, whom he shares with ex Miranda Kerr, has drastically changed her daily schedule. Thats why I still dress like a child, to fight against!As for Bloom, Perry gushes about how her man shows up for her and how they share affection. He is the kindest man Ive ever met. If we can just wrangle this beast and get on it, well have the ride of our life.For more from Perry and Bloom, watch the clip below:RELATED CONTENT:Orlando Bloom Says He and Katy Perry Are Planning for KidsKaty Perry Turns Her Puppy, Nugget, Into a Show Dog in Small Talk Music VideoWhy Orlando Bloom Says He and 'Remarkable' Fiancee Katy Perry Won't Get Divorced

Katy Perry made one important part of her life the star of her new Small Talk music video. In the video, Perry and Nugget wear matching outfits as she sings to the cute pooch. Nugget has been a core part of Perrys life for several years now. I pushed on her little chest and blew in her mouth and I brought her back to life, Perrys assistant said at the time. To see ET's exclusive interview with Bloom, watch the clip below:RELATED CONTENT:Katy Perry Jams Out to Small Talk in a Public BathroomWhy Orlando Bloom Says He and 'Remarkable' Fiancee Katy Perry Won't Get DivorcedOrlando Bloom Reveals the 'Secret' Sweet Thing He and Katy Perry Love to Do Together (Exclusive)

Orlando Bloom is 100 percent confident in his relationship with his fiancee, Katy Perry. "Part of that was just being able to do it without having anyone around," Bloom says with a smile about the over-the-top gesture. Bloom stresses that he and Perry have no intention to go through that again. Bloom later revealed to ET the sweet thing he and Perry love to do for one another. Watch the video below for more:RELATED CONTENT:Orlando Bloom Reveals the 'Secret' Sweet Thing He and Katy Perry Love to Do Together (Exclusive)Katy Perry Says Orlando Bloom Has 'Mad Respect' for Ariana Grande After She Secretly Paid for Their MealKaty Perry and Orlando Bloom Are Planning a Fall Wedding -- and Taylor Swift Could Be on the Guest List!

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom are big fans of Ariana Grande and her sweet acts of kindness. The "Never Really Over" singer stopped by Ellen K Morning Show last week, where she revealed that Grande secretly paid for her, Bloom and his 8-year-old son, Flynn's, meal. "Two weeks ago, I was at sushi and I ran into Ariana Grande," Perry began. They were like, 'Ariana Grande has taken care of it.' RELATED CONTENT:Katy Perry Admits She Has a Type: 'I Like English Gentlemen'Orlando Bloom Talks Wedding Planning With Katy Perry | Comic-Con 2019 (Exclusive)Ariana Grande Reveals Her Signature High Ponytail Has Been a Staple Since Childhood -- See the Adorable Pic!

Katy Perry is on vacation in Spain, but news from America is not good for the singer, as a jury found her guilty of plagiarizing her hit "Dark Horse." A jury on Monday found that the pop star stole the underlying beat to her 2013 song that earned her a Grammy nomination. She also performed "Dark Horse" at the Super Bowl in 2015. Christian hip-hop artist Marcus Gray, who goes by Flame, sued Perry for copyright infringement because he said the beat to Dark Horse sounded like his 2008 single Joyful Noise.Gray's attorneys argued that the beat and instrumental line featured through nearly half of "Dark Horse" stole from Joyful Noise." RELATED STORIESGospel Rapper Says Katy Perry Plagiarized Part of 'Dark Horse'Katy Perry Shoes Pulled From Stores for Resembling BlackfaceKaty Perry Bashed Online for Her 'Flirty' Behavior on 'American Idol'

LOS ANGELES - Katy Perry's 2013 song "Dark Horse" was copied in part from "Joyful Noise," a song by Christian rap artist Flame, a Los Angeles jury decided Monday, according to several media reports. The unanimous decision from a nine-person jury came after a weeklong trial, during which Perry testified about the track's creation, Variety reported. Flame, whose real name is Marcus Gray, argued that "Dark Horse" infringed on his copyright by using an underlying beat from his song without permission, Variety reported. Both Perry and Dr. Luke testified that they had not heard "Joyful Noise," according to an article in the Hollywood Reporter. Technical difficulties plagued the trial, Variety reported, saying attorneys attempting to play the song were unable to make the track work.

Katy Perry could be looking at a hefty payout. A jury in California has ruled that Katy Perry's 2013 hit single "Dark Horse" improperly copied another artist's song, according to multiplereports. After a week-long trial, a federal jury of nine jurors deliberated and returned with a decision on Monday, agreeing with claims made by Christian rapper Marcus Gray that Perry's single borrowed liberally from his 2009 track, Joyful Noise." The plaintiffs argued that the beat, instrumental line and several other acoustic elements of "Dark Horse" directly stole from "Joyful Noise." Perry was not present in court when the jury returned with their decision on Monday, according to the Associated Press.

Scooter Braun is showing his support for Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris with the help of his famous clients and friends. The talent manager threw a glitzy fundraiser for Harris on Saturday night at his home in Los Angeles, which brought out Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato and Katy Perry. Meanwhile, Perry posed with Harris, Grande and Lovato in a photo shared by Harris' husband, Douglas Emhoff. "Another Twitter user wrote, "Oh and Katy Perry, say goodbye to your reconciliation campaign with Taylor Swift. "For having Scooter Braun throw her a party with Ariana Grande, Katy Perry, and Demi Lovato just to make people like her.

The demand for more "Big Little Lies" worked before so why not try it again? After an explosively successful first season back in 2017, viewers immediately started clamoring for a second season. (CNN) - The demand for more "Big Little Lies" worked before so why not try it again? After an explosively successful first season back in 2017, viewers immediately started clamoring for a second season. Earlier this year HBO president Casey Bloys didn't sound hopeful regarding a third season in an interview with TVLine.

When Apa accidentally knocks over a vase on set, Perry doesn't skip a beat before making fun of his on-screen son. "It usually is really, really fun on set!" "A lot of our storylines are really dramatic and dark and they involve murder and serial killers, but it's actually really fun to make the show." Riverdale: The Complete Third Season is available for purchase on DVD, Blu-ray and digital download on Aug. 13. Season four of Riverdale premieres Wednesday, Oct. 9 at 9 p.m. EST/PST on The CW.

Benjamin Button helped mend Katy Perry and Taylor Swift's relationship! "I just thought, you know, she was about to embark on something new and big and needed the support. From there, Swift got Perry's number and told her about her idea for her upcoming music video for "You Need to Calm Down." "Katy agreed to do the music video because both she and Taylor are on the same page in regard to LGBTQ rights," the source said. RELATED CONTENT:Taylor Swift vs. Katy Perry: The Complete Timeline of Their FeudTaylor Swift Reveals the Moment She Reconnected With Katy Perry: 'Everything Was Different'Why Katy Perry Agreed to Be in Taylor Swift's 'You Need to Calm Down' Video

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom are getting ready to tie the knot! One of those differences, the source says, may be linked to a focal point of the wedding -- Perry's dress. One unexpected person who may be present for the big day is Taylor Swift, with whom Perry recently reconciled after a years-long feud. "Theyve already talked guest list, and have even talked about including Taylor Swift!" Reporting by Adriane SchwartzRELATED CONTENT:Katy Perry Celebrates With Fiance Orlando Bloom's Ex-Wife Miranda Kerr at Skincare LaunchTaylor Swift vs. Katy Perry: The Complete Timeline of Their FeudTaylor Swift Reveals the Moment She Reconnected With Katy Perry: 'Everything Was Different'

Perry rose to fame with the release of her second single "I Kissed a Girl" in 2008. Her first mainstream studio album, "One of the Boys." followed later that year and subsequently became the 33rd-best selling album worldwide of 2008. Hide Caption