Big changes could be coming to the school calendar in St. Johns County, as the school board weighs options for the next two academic years.

After a difficult year, disabled Marine veteran Sgt. Roy Wilbur is excited to sleep in his own bed and cook in his new kitchen.

The holiday season is approaching, and with it, St. Augustine’s popular Nights of Lights event. This year, the city is requesting an additional $850,000 in funding from St. Johns County. On Wednesday, county commissioners held a workshop to discuss the funding request and its legality. Residents were also allowed to voice their opinions.

St. Johns County leaders are set to meet Wednesday night about possible funding for one of St. Augustine’s most iconic events: the annual Nights of Lights.

Drivers in St. Johns County could get some congestion relief once a $20 million upgrade is complete on the intersection of State Road 16 (SR 16) and International Golf Parkway (IGP).

Parking fines in St. Augustine could more than double if city commissioners approve the proposal to raise illegal parking fees.

The current 3.9-mile construction segment is part of the larger CR 2209 Central Project, which will eventually span 7.7 miles from County Road 210 to State Road 16.

St. Johns County is facing a shortage of approximately 716 apartment homes across all income levels, according to the Florida Apartment Association.

The project focuses on replacing the plant’s aging electrical systems to ensure reliable service for years to come.

Flagler College has completed a major restoration of its historic Ponce Hall, originally built as the Ponce de Leon Hotel in 1888.

Drivers on I-95 South in St. Johns County were experiencing heavy backups near International Golf Parkway that spanned almost three miles on Monday afternoon.

Following the death of a 3-year-old boy in a St. Johns County retention pond, many continue to ask if there can be improvements for safety around ponds.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office shared a video on Monday of a woman who led deputies and other agencies in a high-speed chase that ended in a crash on Interstate 95 in Jacksonville in early August.

The victim of a lightning strike at the St. Augustine Beach pier is out of the hospital and in good spirits, according to family members, but the family is now facing new challenges.

St. Johns County Fire Rescue says first responders were called to Crystal Sands Court in Nocatee around 7:15 p.m. Friday and found a child who had been pulled from a retention pond in cardiac arrest.

As St. Johns County continues its work on the County Road 210 widening project, drivers are being informed of an upcoming traffic shift that will be implemented as a result.

St. Johns County and the City of St. Augustine held their second of three meetings on Thursday to talk about a federal flood mitigation grant.

St. Johns County officials have unveiled a new online tool designed to keep residents informed about ongoing and upcoming infrastructure projects across the community.

Early Wednesday morning, multiple agencies worked together to rescue three people from the St. Augustine Inlet after their boat capsized.

The St. Johns County School Board has unanimously passed a proposal to update its sexual harassment policy.

Emergency crews were on the scene of a crash involving a semi-truck on I-95 Tuesday afternoon.

Firefighters were on the scene of an camper fire on I-95 North, before County Road 210 Tuesday afternoon.

St. Johns County Sheriff Robert Hardwick is taking action to improve safety for young e-bike riders. After recent injuries involving children on e-bikes, Hardwick is drafting legislation to update Florida’s e-bike laws.

Creekside High School reopened on Tuesday morning after St. Johns County deputies searched the school following a bomb threat.

The St. Johns County School Board is set to vote this week on proposed updates to its sexual harassment policy, aiming to strengthen protections and clarify procedures for filing complaints.

The first day of school in St. Johns County went smoothly, with a strong emphasis on student safety and leadership, according to Sheriff Robert Hardwick and students at St. Augustine High School.

As St. Johns County continues its work on the County Road 210 widening project, drivers are being informed of an upcoming traffic shift that will be implemented as a result.

Supporters of a popular Springfield coffee shop are calling for the release of its owner, who is currently being held in federal immigration custody.

The City of St. Augustine is considering nearly tripling the fines for illegal parking in the historic city from $35 to $100.

For families in the Rivertown community of St. Johns County, the new school year comes with more than just sharpened pencils and new backpack it comes with a brand-new school right in the heart of their neighborhood.

New St. Johns County Superintendent Dr. Brennan Asplen said the district is already making adjustments as it looks to the future. That includes a new communications app for parents and a new school bus tracking app.

If you have any questions or issues with your child’s bus, we have the numbers for each district’s transportation department and bus hotline, along with info for districts with bus apps.

A deadly crash occurred at 11 p.m. Saturday at the intersection of Old Moultrie Road and Lewis Point Road in St. Johns County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Emergency crews were on the scene of a crash on I-95 South at County Road 210 in St. Johns County Friday afternoon.

“Bella’s Law” is named after a young girl who biked just feet from a busy highway to get to school. But her story — and her community — helped create lasting change.

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection will hold a public meeting for St. Johns County residents concerned about the persistent foul odor caused by the Indianhead Biomass.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is on the scene of a crash on the Trout River Bridge after a police chase came to an end Wednesday afternoon.

An 8-year-old was critically injured Tuesday in an e-scooter crash on Crystal Sands Court in Nocatee, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

A Bartram Trail High School teacher has been arrested and charged with lewd or lascivious exhibition after investigators said he committed a sexual act while in the water at the beach near several young girls.

St. Johns County denied a workforce housing rezoning Tuesday as workforce housing remains a need for hospitality workers, first responders, teachers and others who struggle to afford living in the area.

The Magic Beach Motel has stood in St. Augustine as a well-known tourist destination for over 71 years, but soon the charm that it once brought to Vilano Beach will come to an end.

Three members of the St. Johns County Airport Authority Board have resigned from their positions after being accused of violating Sunshine Law on multiple occasions, a board member confirmed with News4JAX on Tuesday.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office and the St. Johns County School District are teaming up to educate students about e-bike safety.

A fire broke out Monday afternoon at a home in St. Augustine, prompting a swift response from crews with the St. Johns County Fire Rescue and St. Augustine Fire Department.

Residents of the Rivertown community are advised to boil their water following equipment failure at the water treatment facility, which was further affected by recent severe storms.

Starting this school year, elementary and middle school students face a statewide ban on cell phone use during the entire school day, while select high schools will pilot a similar policy to reduce distractions and improve learning.

Round three of the Florida Man Games has found a new home in Bradenton after spending its first two years in St. Johns County,

A St. Johns County deputy on Saturday removed an alligator from a St. Augustine resident’s backyard pool.

An approved RV campground in St. Johns County is set to be discussed at the next county commission meeting, as the development moves closer to becoming a reality.

Dr. Brennan Asplen has taken the reins of the St. Johns County School District as its new superintendent, and this will be his first school year with the district. We want to know what questions St. Johns County parents have for their district’s new leader.

St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce (SJCCC) will advocate for workforce housing relief at the upcoming commissioners meeting.

More than 20,000 American flags have been rescued from trash cans and collected from drop-off boxes throughout St. Johns County, thanks to a collaboration between veterans and the county’s Solid Waste Division.

A St. Augustine man was indicted Wednesday for his role in a fraud scheme that cost one of his victims over $2 million and involved fake email accounts, fake text messages, and fake hirings of attorneys, the Department of Justice said.

With heat advisories still in effect across Northeast Florida, emergency crews in St. Johns County are keeping busy—not just with water rescues, but heat-related emergencies on the sand.

The 2026 Fiscal Year begins on Oct. 1, and as the deadline approaches for Florida counties to submit their final budget proposals, St. Johns County has already started its process by presenting a $1.272 billion budget.

As northeast Florida families prepare for another school year, a Jacksonville pediatrician with more than 40 years of medical experience is sounding an alarm over falling vaccination rates for the immunizations required for school-age children.

St. Johns County has advanced a 25-year comprehensive plan that has a focus on density bonuses, workforce housing, and transportation.

Indianhead Biomass hosted a community education event Thursday night to answer questions about its operations. The facility has faced complaints from residents who say a sewage-like smell in the area comes from the company. Six residents have now filed a lawsuit against Indianhead Biomass over the odor.

Hot weather continues to permeate the Jacksonville area, and while we’ve been telling residents how to stay safe and cool, some professions, like firefighting, make it a little more difficult to accomplish.

Marineland, the attraction along the St. Johns-Flagler County line with decades of history as a place to interact with dolphins and other marine animals, is up for sale.

St. Johns County is moving toward stronger tree protection with important updates to its land development rules.

The St. Johns County Tourist Development Council voted unanimously to recommend $850,000 in additional funding for the St. Augustine’s signature holiday event, Nights of Lights, addressing growing costs associated with the popular attraction.

The City of St. Augustine announced on Monday it will no longer accept ParkNow Cards as a form of parking payment at city-managed pay stations, parking lots, and the Downtown Historic Parking Facility.

Officials responded around 8:50 p.m., after receiving a call about a watercraft crashing into a buoy. The search prompted the temporary closure of The Bridge of Lions.

As temperatures soared this weekend, Adamec Harley-Davidson in St. Augustine found a cool way to bring the local biker community together: the “Beat the Heat” motorcycle event.

Stepping into a new position as St. Johns County’s superintendent comes with its share of responsibilities and goals for the upcoming year.

The young woman who was almost taken during an attempted kidnapping outside a St. Augustine business said the fear of possibly losing her job was the primary reason for her decision to spring into action and try to stop the robbery attempt.

New workforce housing could be approved next Tuesday in St. Johns County near Interstate 95.

Two days after releasing surveillance video showing a robbery suspect attempting to force a woman into a pickup truck outside of a smoke shop in St. Augustine, the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office sat down with the victim, allowing her to share her side of the traumatic event.

News4Jax looked through the compensation package for Dr. Brennan Asplen, St. Johns County Schools newest superintendent.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said a woman was found dead on Wednesday evening after she was reported missing earlier in the day.

Homeless Coalition of St. Johns County is stepping up its support for displaced families by expanding services and building more housing on its campus.

Jeremy Anderson and his 12-year-old son, Parker, shared details about the most terrifying day of their lives to help others understand the importance of e-bike safety and wearing a helmet.

Deputy Gabe Bacolor is one of several deputies stopping young riders to explain safety rules and talk with parents. News4JAX rode along with Bacolor as he pulled over some teens and educated others.

A local doctor shares her expertise about the Vibrio vulnificus infection that's claimed the lives of four Floridians this year, including a St. Johns County resident.

Grateful. That is how one woman describes her family’s current state of emotions after lightning struck her and her parents Saturday at the St. Augustine Beach Pier.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office released surveillance video of a robbery suspect trying to force a woman into a pickup truck outside a business in St. Augustine.

The Florida Department of Health said four people have died from flesh-eating bacteria in 2025, including a St. Johns County resident.

A Ponte Vedra Beach man was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to posing as a tutor to try to entice a “child” for sex, according to the United States Attorney’s Office.

As storms continue to move across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, lightning safety remains a concern, particularly after strikes killed two Ware County teens and sent two more people to the hospital in St. Augustine Beach.

Concern is mounting among residents of the RiverTown Vista subdivision after learning that a 160-foot cell phone tower is being constructed just a few hundred feet from their homes and a nearby school.

Beachgoers described the moment lightning struck the St. Augustine Pier and injured three people on Saturday.

A small aircraft made an emergency landing Friday afternoon on U.S. 1 just north of the St. Augustine Airport, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

The future of the World Golf Hall of Fame at the World Golf Village in St. Johns County may be more complicated than initially expected.

As part of bridge maintenance activities, lane closures with a flagging operation will be in place on the Shands Bridge starting at noon on Wednesday, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.

On Wednesday, the St. Johns County Firefighters Union is meeting with county officials to continue to push for a major change: a healthier work schedule. This will be the second meeting between the two sides in the contract negotiation process.

St. Johns County Fire Rescue secured a $99,580 federal grant to expand mental health and substance use disorder response capabilities while addressing a paramedic shortage in the region.

Get the latest Jacksonville Fourth of July forecast from News4JAX's meteorologist, including rain chances for fireworks, tropical outlook, and the week ahead.

Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest holiday weekends on St. Johns County beaches. In order to reduce traffic congestion, the county is offering three free shuttles.

Knowing how to properly charge your golf cart is not just about keeping it powered—it’s also about preventing potentially devastating fires at home. The St. Johns County Fire Department has seen a rise in fires linked to golf carts, especially those with lithium batteries. Chris Naff of St. Johns Fire and Rescue said, “We are seeing about a 6 to 7% increase on our fires for golf carts over the last few years.”

The City of St. Augustine has filed an eminent domain lawsuit against the owners of two properties over a dispute involving a flood mitigation and drainage improvement project in the city.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said it is stepping up its enforcement of violations on e-bikes and education for riders of all ages.

As the building collects dust, the county is actively seeking redevelopment proposals through a unique two-phase request for proposals (RFP) process, County Administrator Joy Andrews said, which could soon provide answers to the oft-asked question.

While making his rounds in Florida to talk about the affordability crisis, former U.S. Rep. David Jolly, who is vying to become Florida’s next governor, made a stop in St. Johns County on Monday.

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Tensions rose at a St. Johns County Planning and Zoning meeting this week as opponents raised concerns about what one speaker dubbed the “Pickle Mafia” during discussions about a proposed indoor facility along US 1 North.

We're learning how local school districts performed on the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking, or FAST. A Duval County parent weighs in on the district's performance.

After allegations first surfaced in March accusing St. Johns County Airport Authority Board members of violating Florida’s Sunshine Law, the State Attorney’s Office officially filed a charging affidavit against three members this week.

Local spelling bee champion finishes in top 10 at SCRIPPS National Bee

St. Johns County officials will review a plan on Friday afternoon that aims to bring a brand-new townhome community to World Golf Village.