Multiple people were rescued after a boat capsized near the St. Augustine Inlet Monday afternoon, according to the St. Augustine Fire Department.

On June 2, the City of St. Augustine will launch its annual Tree Canopy Enhancement Program, where homeowners within city limits can request a tree to be planted for free on their private property.

After Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law Thursday that bans major development projects within state park boundaries, environmental advocates hailed the new legislation a major victory for conservation.

Wednesday night, we heard from S.A.F.E. Pet Rescue, a nonprofit organization making a big impact in St. Augustine.

Brenda isn’t alone in her journey. Swamp Haven is also home to other amazing dogs ready for adoption.

Patty issued a letter to the community on Tuesday after he said residents reached out with “questions and concerns” about Hutson’s hire.

A controversial land swap proposal for a portion of the Guana Preserve remains shrouded in mystery, even after the proposal was pulled.

A St. Augustine man was sentenced to four years in prison for illegally selling firearms, according to the Department of Justice.

The U.S. Census Bureau last week released 2024 population estimates for cities and towns across the country.

St. Johns County announced it will renovate the old jail instead of demolishing it. The St. Augustine Jewish Historical Society shares the significance of the jail and what it means to know that it will be saved.

In his public appearance as pope, Leo called himself an Augustinian, putting an unusual spotlight on his religious order.

Parishioners in St. Augustine expressed a sense of optimism and hope for the new pontiff the morning after the Vatican made the historic announcement.

The city approved James W. Brinkley’s plans for a new carousel last May. Brinkley said then that the ride could be up and running as soon as that summer. Jacksonville Today reader Greg D. wonders why it isn’t.

Country music fans, get ready: Dylan Scott is wrapping up his nationwide “Country Till I Die Tour” with a high-energy finale in Florida’s oldest city.

Jacksonville and St. Augustine Catholics reacted to the papal conclave’s choice of Pope Leo XIV.

Florida Water Tours launched in St. Augustine with a motive to showcase the city in a different way.

The St. Johns County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a new townhome development located near County Road 210 despite concerns over potential negative traffic impacts and wetlands located on the site.

The St. Johns County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a new townhome development located near County Road 210 despite concerns over potential negative traffic impacts and wetlands located on the site.

Recent activity in Florida is serving as a reminder of the state’s abundant wildlife while also providing an opportunity for residents to be reminded of safety protocols if they were to encounter animals such as black bears or coyotes.

Dry air is pushing temps down into the low 60s late tonight with a hot week that turns wetter.

On Monday April 28 during a regularly scheduled City Commission meeting, the City Manager David Birchim announced a series of meetings to discuss large-scale events, scheduled in The Alcazar Room of City Hall

Operation Lifeline Inc. is a group that helps provide safe, affordable housing for veterans and low-income families.

While their friend and teammate continues to be in critical condition in the hospital following an e-bike crash, a St. Johns County football team is planning a vigil for him Wednesday night.

A St. Johns County student with a love for football and ice cream is in critical condition following an e-bike crash in St. Johns County on Monday night, according to his football team and an online fundraiser.

The future home of Florida’s first state-funded Black History museum is once again up for debate, even though a task force that met for nearly a year recommended St. Augustine as the location.

St. Johns County is planning to build a croquet lawn at a 2.3-acre park off U.S. 1 in St. Augustine.

St. Johns County is planning to build a croquet lawn at a 2.3-acre park off U.S. 1 in St. Augustine.

High school spring football is here. Monday marked the official start of the spring football practice around the state. A look at storylines entering 2025, head coaches in new spots, top players to watch and more.

St. Augustine has been consulting with an expert about making changes to both the rules and the enforcement of its current noise ordinance.

St. Augustine city leaders are considering a proposal to shorten the wildly popular annual Nights of Lights festival because of growing concerns over traffic congestion.

After a two-day trial, a jury on Tuesday found a St. Johns County man guilty as charged of three counts of sexual battery on a person less than 12 years of age.

A St. Johns County man claimed a $1 million prize from the $1 million A Year for Life Spectacular Scratch-Off game on Wednesday.

St. Johns County has a plan to build a croquet lawn at a 2.3-acre park off U.S. 1 in St. Augustine.

The St. Johns County community came together to celebrate Easter Sunday with a vibrant parade.

A Florida State University student said she isn’t sure if she’s ready to go back to classes on Monday, just days after the mass shooting that killed two and injured others.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office and the Jacksonville FBI chapter are continuing their investigation of a robbery at an Ameris Bank in St. Augustine on April 9.

Ric Flair will headline River City Wrestling Con which is taking place at World Golf Village on June 7-8.

The Home Depot opened a new location Thursday morning at the World Commerce Center in St. Augustine, just off International Golf Parkway.

A St. Augustine-based nonprofit recently proposed a plan to the St. Johns Board of County Commissioners that could lead to the construction of a multi-million-dollar performing arts center in the city.

The Varsity 4 News4JAX Super 6 boys lacrosse rankings will be published each Tuesday in the regular season. Records are through April 14.

Kava and Kanvas Lounge will open inside the shop to offer up non alcoholic beverages, art and good vibes.

A motel built in the 1950s could soon face demolition if approved by the St. Johns County Board. The Magic Motel, a significant piece of Vilano Beach’s character, finds its fate uncertain as community members voice their concerns.

Local and national artists showcased their creativity at the Old Town Art Show in St. Augustine on Sunday.

Animal lovers now have a place to hang out with the “it” animals of the moment.

The St. Johns County Board of Commissioners recently approved a new combined facility for St. Johns County Fire Rescue and the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

St. Augustine Police Chief Jennifer Michaux was recently suspended for one day, News4JAX confirmed with the police department on Thursday.

The St. Johns County School Board’s search for a new superintendent for the district has narrowed down to 26 candidates. And a special meeting Thursday is expected to reduce the list to semifinalists.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a robbery at an Ameris Bank in St. Augustine just before 11 a.m. on Wednesday.

Discover locally grown plants, expert gardening advice, and sustainable landscaping tips at this weekend’s UF/IFAS Master Gardener plant sale.

The Varsity 4 News4JAX Super 6 boys lacrosse rankings will be published each Tuesday in the regular season. Records are through April 7.

Two bills moving through the Florida Legislature aim to block development in nine state parks, including Anastasia State Park, but environmental advocates are concerned the bills lack specific protections. Protests are being held throughout April, urging lawmakers to amend the bills to ensure stronger safeguards against commercial development.

Patriots receiver DeMario Douglas, a St. Augustine native and former star at both Menendez and Mandarin high schools, shocked his mother, Angie Mack, on Saturday morning with the surprise of her life.

On many days, before Woodpeckers Backyard BBQ even opens its doors, customers are lined up outside.

Tourism in St. Augustine got a delicious boost last winter, when UF researchers introduced a free exhibit to the city about the history of chocolate called “Sweet Beginnings: Unwrapping St. Augustine’s Chocolate Legacy.”

The 11th Annual All Female Motorcycle ride returns to Jacksonville.

The Varsity 4 News4JAX Super 6 boys lacrosse rankings will be published each Tuesday in the regular season. Records are through March 31.

The Varsity 4 All-News4JAX girls lacrosse Super 6 rankings are back after a week off for spring break. Records are through March 30 games.

St. Johns County Fire Rescue said on Saturday that its crews are working a brush fire in St. Augustine. SJCFR said the fire occurred in the area of County Road 214 and Carter Road and, along with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office, have asked the community to avoid the area.

St. Augustine doctor Scott Hollington, 59, was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison following his conviction of 14 counts of unlawfully distributing and dispensing controlled substances not for a legitimate medical purpose in the usual course of professional practice, and 5 counts of obstructing justice.

The centuries-old city of St. Augustine is an enduring reminder of Spain’s long history in Florida, going back generations before the United States even existed.

Thousands of teens will gather in St. Augustine for the fifth annual Be Resilient and Voice Emotions (BRAVE) Summit to learn about mental health.

A bitter trade war with Canada, combined with new immigration policies, has some countries outside the United States warning their citizens about traveling to North America.

AdventHealth leaders broke ground on a new off-site emergency department on State Road 207 in St. Johns County Tuesday morning.

Enjoy boatloads of seafood, artisan foods, fun entertainment and live music at the 42nd Annual St. Augustine Lions Seafood festival this weekend.

K9s United is hosting its ninth annual 9K for K9s run at Ring Power in St. Augustine on Saturday, April 26, at 8 a.m. to support the law enforcement K9s who selflessly protect and serve our communities and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

St. Augustine city leaders are considering a proposal to shorten the wildly popular annual Nights of Lights festival because of growing concerns over traffic congestion.

It would be a crime to mention Women’s History Month without mentioning one of the greatest female aerobatic pilots in history, who also just so happens to reside in Northeast Florida.

The City of St. Augustine said on Wednesday it will begin accepting applications for the Neighborhood Grants Program starting April 1.

Tickets, which range from $59.50-$225, go on sale next Friday, March 28 at 10 a.m. online at www.theamp.com or on www.AXS.com and in-person at venue Box Office.

Two people were killed on Ponce de Leon overnight in a car crash.

The first Black history museum to call Florida its home is closer to becoming a reality in St. Johns County.

The Nights of Lights event that brings thousands to St. Augustine during the holiday season could be shortened for the upcoming year to address overwhelming traffic issues.

The Celtic Music & Heritage Festival in St. Augustine entered its final day on Sunday.

The Department of Government Efficiency, better known as DOGE, aims to cut $1 trillion in federal spending by the end of the fiscal year, according to NPR. On DOGE’s website, it appears that some of those savings could come from cuts in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia as multiple buildings in our viewing area are listed underneath real estate terminations.

At the top of the list is a 195-acre undeveloped commercial frontage on Shores Boulevard

On February 4, a routine flight turned into a rescue mission for two St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office helicopter pilots.

The Trump Administration’s efforts to reshape the federal workforce have led to thousands of job cuts. The Department of Government Efficiency has been tasked with reshaping the federal workforce.

The Florida Man Games are back for Round 2, as teams from around the state gather to prove they have what it takes to join the ranks of the world’s worst superhero.

St. Augustine, a city rich with history, is about to cement its legacy with the establishment of Florida’s inaugural Black history museum.

The St. Johns County Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller’s Office are holding a special Passport Event from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on March 1 at the Richard O. Watson Judicial Center in St. Augustine.

Mill Creek Park on State Road 16 in St. Augustine cost more than $12 million to build and is the county’s first new park in more than a decade.

The St. Augustine Fire Department (SAFD) is gearing up for its annual Girls Empowerment Camp, which will take place on Friday, April 18, and Saturday, April 19.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday it is looking for potential evidence at an abandoned car dealership in St. Augustine after it got several tips related to the case of Laura Bryant, who has been missing since 2022.

The Varsity 4 All-News4JAX girls lacrosse Super 6 rankings will be published each Monday in the regular season. Records are through Feb. 23 games.

The study, requested by St. Augustine’s city commission shows a large portion of the Historic District’s lighting falls within the “poor” and “very poor” categories.

Kasey Adams and Chloe Heffron were left with bumps and bruises after their boat capsized in the St. Augustine Inlet on Saturday.

A couple was rescued from choppy waters in St. Augustine after their boat capsized, leaving them sitting helplessly on top of the overturned vessel.

St. Johns County is in the midst of evaluating its comprehensive plan, a critical document that will guide the county’s growth and development through 2050.

The 9th Sing Out Loud Festival is taking over St. Augustine once again with some of the biggest names in pop, rock, folk, and blues, headlined by Hozier and Beabadoobee.

St. Johns County is considering a rezoning proposal for a 3.94-acre property at the intersection of King Street Extension and N. Clay Street.

At least three rallies were planned in Northeast Florida on Monday amid dozens of President’s Day protests planned across the country to denounce some of President Donald Trump’s policies and executive orders.

St. Johns County is considering a rezoning proposal for a 3.94-acre property at the intersection of King Street Extension and N. Clay Street.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a 44-year-old woman who hasn’t spoken with friends and family since December 2022.

Twelve couples tied the knot Friday during a group wedding Valentine’s Day event in downtown St. Augustine.

For nearly 15 years, Chef Joe Izzi has been delighting the St. Augustine community with his culinary creations, becoming a familiar and beloved figure in the area. As a personal chef who also offers meal prep services, Chef Joe has recently launched a social media campaign to share his passion for cooking and showcase the diverse styles and cuisines he loves to create daily.

Big changes are on the horizon for the Northeast Florida Regional Airport in St. Augustine. The airport is gearing up for a transformation that promises to make flying in and out of the region smoother and more efficient than ever.

As the fastest-growing county in Northeast Florida, St. Johns County faces unique challenges that the new superintendent will need to address.

The wildly popular Nights of Lights holiday light display overwhelmed some parts of St. Augustine last season and sent the city into a deficit of more than $300,000.

St. Johns County commissioners halted the plans for the three-mile multiuse trail south of St. Augustine, just one year after approving it, according to News4JAX news partners at Jacksonville Today.

It’s a core memory many hold dear to the heart.