Chase Bank says it will reimburse a St. Augustine couple who lost $42,000 in a sophisticated impersonation scam, following new public records obtained by the News4JAX I-TEAM, including audio recordings of an imposter posing as the couple on the phone with the bank.
News4JAX obtained the preliminary accident report from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) detailing the events leading to the crash that killed a beloved stunt pilot.
St. Augustine Beach Police Department is collecting donations for its Presents for Pets 2025 Amazon Wishlist.
St. Augustine’s city manager said Monday the parking garage and visitor lots are filling up during the peak periods of the Nights of Lights event, despite parking prices doubling this year.
The St. Augustine City Commission discussed on Monday evening a request from business owners who want a two-week extension of the Nights of Lights event.
St. Augustine business owners are expected to attend Monday’s city commissioners meeting to request a two-week extension of the Nights of Lights event.
A 37-year-old St. Johns County man is facing two counts of attempted murder after investigators say he shot his girlfriend and her roommate “apparently unprovoked” in their St. Augustine home.
A St. Augustine couple, Tom and Ann Hill, lost $42,000 in a sophisticated impersonation scam despite following their bank's guidance. The scam began with a text message that led to a call from a scammer posing as a Chase representative, resulting in unauthorized wire transfers. Despite notifying the bank and a fraud alert being placed on their account, the funds were transferred using a spoofed phone number and a one-time passcode. Chase denied the Hills' claim, stating the transfers were authorized, while a detective highlighted the bank's failure to prevent the fraudulent transactions.
St. Augustine's Nights of Lights event is drawing record-breaking attendance, creating heavy traffic and a rise in minor traffic incidents, according to city officials and police reports. Despite the congestion, city staff, including increased police presence, are managing operations, and shuttle services are seeing increased use, with over 15,000 people shuttled and positive feedback from visitors.
High school football season is back and so are our weekly predictions for local games. Each Thursday during the season, News4JAX sports editor Justin Barney will offer his picks on the games.
We’re seeing these below-average temps sticking around for another day. Normally, this time of year, our average high comes in around 71 degrees, but we’ll be running quite a bit cooler than that before the warm-up arrives.
High school football season is back and so are our weekly predictions for local games. Each Thursday during the season, News4JAX sports editor Justin Barney will offer his picks on the games.
Two years after the investigation began into the deaths of two St. Augustine men found shot inside a car, the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office announced an arrest.
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.
The second round of the high school football playoffs are Friday night. News4JAX takes a look at the Class 4A through 6A matchups here. All games are Friday.
A St. Augustine family is struggling without their belongings, including essential medical equipment for their disabled daughter, due to delays and poor communication from their moving company.
Pre-Dating Speed Dating has been hosting events throughout the US since 2001, and has been hosting events in Jacksonville since 2004. With four events every month in different locations and for different age groups, everyone in the Jacksonville/St. Augustine area has a chance to meet other singles and possibly their perfect match. A full list of upcoming events and tickets to attend can be found at www.Pre-Dating.com.
Thousands of people gathered to see more than 3 million lights illuminate every corner of St. Augustine starting this weekend.
An 81-year-old woman finished a nearly 3,000-mile walk across the United States on Saturday, completing a journey from San Diego to St. Augustine that supporters called historic.
St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights event kicks off Saturday, and while last year’s event caused significant traffic problems for both visitors and residents, city officials say they have spent about 10 months preparing to improve the experience this year.
The popular Nights of Lights holiday display kicks off Saturday night in downtown. But this year, some major security changes will be in place.
High school football season is back and so are our weekly predictions for local games. Each Thursday during the season, News4JAX sports editor Justin Barney will offer his picks on the games.
A St. Augustine stunt pilot who was beloved in the local aviation community died Saturday when his plane crashed at Keystone Airport.
Catholic Charities St. Augustine chapter is accepting applications for its annual Hope for the Holidays program to provide Christmas assistance and toys to families with children facing financial hardship.
The Florida Highway Patrol and federal agencies are investigating a stunt plane crash at Keystone Airport that left a 46-year-old St. Augustine man dead.
As the chorus of voices grows, calling on a federal bankruptcy judge to save Marineland Dolphin Adventure, new court filings from attorneys for the current owners argue that the best course of action is for the attraction to be sold to a developer.
A former Marineland trainer is calling for federal oversight and immediate protections for the dolphins at Marineland Dolphin Adventure as the park’s parent company navigates bankruptcy proceedings.
On Nov. 15, St. Augustine’s annual classic, Nights of Lights, will open to the public. But before you get the family in the car and head downtown, the city wants to make sure visitors are prepared for some “significant modifications” to the event.
High school football season is back and so are our weekly predictions for local games. Each Thursday during the season, News4JAX sports editor Justin Barney will offer his picks on the games.
The high school football playoff brackets are out and the drive to Miami is on.
Turn up the volume and get amped! The St. Augustine Amphitheatre has won our JAX Best 2025 award for best concert venue in the Jacksonville area.
Cap’s on the Water offers stunning sunsets with fresh local seafood and was voted as the best waterfront dining experience in Jacksonville.
The Ancient City Pro Rodeo made its debut in St. Augustine this past weekend, drawing large crowds and selling out both days of the event. The rodeo offered a variety of traditional rodeo events and plenty of family-friendly activities.
High school football season is back and so are our weekly predictions for local games. Each Thursday during the season, News4JAX sports editor Justin Barney will offer his picks on the games.
It’s the 11th week of the high school football season with games split across Thursday and Friday night. Teams in the Sunshine State Athletic Association are in the state playoffs, while teams in the Florida High School Athletic Association are trying to nail down the final remaining berths for the postseason.
High school football season is in full swing and we’ve kicked off something new this year. We’ve asked head coaches to submit ballots each week by ranking their top 10 teams among the area’s 53 programs who compete in the Florida High School Athletic Association’s state playoffs.
The high school football regular season is off and rolling. News4JAX Varsity 4 Super 10 is here. It will be published on Tuesday through the end of the regular season.
The legal team representing the owner of Chez L’Amour said refunds are being offered to customers affected by the restaurant’s abrupt closing.
High school football season is back and so are our weekly predictions for local games. Each Thursday during the season, News4JAX sports editor Justin Barney will offer his picks on the games.
Crews were on scene of an aircraft down Thursday morning in the marsh north of the St. Augustine Airport, according to the St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
A St. Johns County mother is preparing to sue the school district after she expressed frustration with how officials handled an attack on her son’s school bus.
Florida’s Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia will hold a news conference Tuesday to talk about funding for immigration enforcement.
In St. Johns County, a fifth-grade boy from Wards Creek Elementary School was injured after being attacked on a school bus, prompting his mother to demand answers about the disciplinary actions taken against the attacker.
High school football season is in full swing and we’ve kicked off something new this year. We’ve asked head coaches to submit ballots each week by ranking their top 10 teams among the area’s 53 programs who compete in the Florida High School Athletic Association’s state playoffs.
Multiple brides are still seeking refunds after a St. Augustine restaurant abruptly closed its doors, leaving them without a rehearsal dinner venue and thousands of dollars in deposits unaccounted for.
Thousands of “No Kings” protests were planned across the country on Saturday, including at least 10 demonstrations in Northeast Florida.
News4JAX had photographer Quan Nguyen capture the St. Augustine-Bartram Trail game in this gallery. Click through the images to check out scenes from the game.
Week 9 of the high school football season lived up to the billing, with a pair of Super 10 thrillers to headline a busy Friday night.
The nation’s oldest masonry fort stands silent on day 17 of the government shutdown, its gates locked to disappointed visitors who traveled from near and far to explore the historic landmark. The Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, St. Augustine’s crown jewel and a major tourist attraction, has joined the growing list of federal facilities affected by the ongoing government shutdown.
A local woman was headed to Alaska Thursday morning to help the American Red Cross provide relief to families impacted by Typhoon Halong.
The city of St. Augustine has been actively working to find resolutions to the pressing traffic issues that the Nights of Lights celebration brings during the holiday season.xpected to flood downtown St. Augustine.
The high school football regular season is off and rolling. News4JAX Varsity 4 Super 10 is here. It will be published on Tuesday through the end of the regular season.
With just over a month until the popular Nights of Lights event begins, the city of St. Augustine is taking steps to improve parking for those working downtown during the holiday season.
High school football season is in full swing and we’ve kicked off something new this year. We’ve asked head coaches to submit ballots each week by ranking their top 10 teams among the area’s 53 programs who compete in the Florida High School Athletic Association’s state playoffs.
La Amapola Cafe recently opened in St. Augustine to become the only Puerto Rican restaurant in that area. Felicia Noel gained a passion for cooking while feeding her community with her aunt and other family members on the island. While maintaining the cultural flavors, the restaurant does things a little differently.Felicia and her team have kept their culture of giving back to the community with their The Glisson Latte that benefits St. Gerard Campus in St. Augustine.
Even as hurricane season inches closer to an end, emergency veterinarians warn that disasters can strike without warning, and preparation can make all the difference for pet owners.
A rainy, windy weekend impacts Jacksonville with localized flooding, choppy waters, and temporary bridge closures. News4JAX's meteorologist shares firsthand forecasts and what to expect next as conditions slowly improve.
High school football district races are taking shape with five teams wrapping up championships in Week 8 on Friday night.
Grand Opening of Rosati’s Pizza’s new location in the World Golf Village part of St Augustine that is located at 520 W Twincourt Trail Suite 6. The Grand Opening will be held on October 11th and 12th
A Northeast Florida developer with ties to communities including Oakleaf Plantation and Silverleaf is in line to buy the property where Marineland Dolphin Adventure currently operates, along the St. Johns-Flagler County line.
The high school football regular season is off and rolling. News4JAX Varsity 4 Super 10 is here. It will be published on Tuesday through the end of the regular season.
High school football season is in full swing and we’ve kicked off something new this year. We’ve asked head coaches to submit ballots each week by ranking their top 10 teams among the area’s 53 programs who compete in the Florida High School Athletic Association’s state playoffs.
Westminster Woods on Julington Creek is senior living close to Jacksonville and St. Augustine nestled in a serene natural setting.
The abrupt closure of Chez L’Amour in St. Augustine left couples who paid thousands to book rehearsal dinners at the restaurant scrambling for alternatives for their upcoming weddings.
The high school football regular season is off and rolling. News4JAX Varsity 4 Super 10 is here. It will be published on Tuesday through the end of the regular season.
Couples who paid thousands for their wedding venues just found out the restaurant in St. Augustine where they wanted to share a special night closed without warning.
High school football season is in full swing and we’ve kicked off something new this year. We’ve asked head coaches to submit ballots each week by ranking their top 10 teams among the area’s 53 programs who compete in the Florida High School Athletic Association’s state playoffs.
You can expect partly cloudy skies to develop throughout the day and scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms are likely. Highs in the mid-to-upper 80s across the region.
Discover the inspiring journey of Isabela Alonzo, a Cuban-born entrepreneur whose business in St. Augustine has become a local staple.
To be a part of a paranormal investigation at the St. Augustine Lighthouse has been a bucket list item for News4JAX Chief Meteorologist Richard Nunn since he saw a Ghost Hunters episode about it. With the help of some coworkers, we got to make that happen.
The Magic Beach Motel has been a staple in Vilano Beach for over 70 years. It's set to close at the end of September following the approval of a demolition permit from St. Johns County in August. A developer plans to demolish the property before the end of the year in order to make way for condos and retail.
About 2,300 hundred students are enrolled at the school. Delaney says it’s thriving, but that did not happen overnight.
When visitors think of St. Augustine, they often picture forts, cobblestone streets, and trolley tours. But a little-known fact is that the nation’s oldest city also played a surprising role in the history of chocolate in North America, and a local candy maker is keeping the tradition alive.
The historically Black neighborhood of Lincolnville in St. Augustine is rich with history, including several pivotal moments from the civil rights movement. Take a trip back in time with News4JAX anchor Jenese Harris.
Everywhere you look in St. Augustine, history is looking right back at you. The list of historic places never ends in the beautiful 460-year-old city, and News4JAX anchor John Asebes visited a few on a tour around town.
News4JAX anchor/reporter John Asebes will be the first to admit, he's gotten some of the best assignments when it comes to our 4 Your Neighborhood visits. From tacos to the backwoods to pizza, he ate well in St. Augustine, so you can too!
In the nation’s oldest city, tourism continues to be the essence of the local economy, and it’s booming year-round.
As Hispanic Heritage Month shines a spotlight on the stories and contributions of Hispanic Americans, one St. Augustine business owner’s journey stands out for its resilience, creativity, and deep cultural roots.
Kookaburra Coffee has set up shop inside the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, serving coffee and Aussie-inspired pies to event-goers and locals. This spot joins several other locations in North Florida and continues the brand’s focus on friendly service and good food. Kookaburra started as a small shop in downtown St. Augustine in 2012, founded by Spencer Hooker and Megan Vidal, and quickly became a local favorite. The company expanded over the years, adding new shops in St. Augustine, Nocatee, Alachua, and now Ponte Vedra, The Honey Badger is a signature coffee drink made with honey and cinnamon.
Just shy of 500 students are Flagler College are majoring in STEM or STEAM- focused careers. Those are majors in science, technology, engineering, mathematics or technology. The college made some adjustments this fall semester to handle the demand and they are just the beginning.
A St. Augustine couple restored a historic home once lived in by Harlem Renaissance author Zora Neale Hurston, transforming it into a museum and community center.
