From โbudding talentโ to award-winning journalist: Viewers, colleagues reflect on Vic Micolucciโs time at WJXT
Following our announcement of the impending departure of longtime anchor, report and I-TEAM investigator Vic Micolucci, well wishes and memories from viewers came flooding in, along with recollections from longtime colleagues, past and present.
โThat is inhumaneโ: Man spends days at bus stop after being discharged from local hospital with bruises, broken leg
The News4JAX I-TEAM is investigating reports of a man who spent at least five days at a bus stop after being discharged from the hospital and was left on a public bench with a broken leg.
Local law enforcement and rescue agencies are in Southwest Florida helping Hurricane Ian survivors
As people work to recover from the devastation Hurricane Ian left behind, they have helping hands from Northeast Florida. Several law enforcement and rescue agencies from our area sent teams to help with everything from rescues to clean up.
โNight to Shineโ special needs prom continues with COVID precautions
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. โ The annual Night to Shine prom for people in Jacksonville with special needs took place Friday afternoon with new safety precautions. While the pandemic has made many of the proms virtual, the Jacksonville committee is continuing the tradition with an in-person, drive-thru red carpet Friday afternoon. GALLERY: Photos from Night to Shine eventThis yearโs event was held at Florida State College at Jacksonvilleโs South Campus on Beach Boulevard. News4Jax anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci returned to host the red carpet party for a fourth time, alongside city of Jacksonville director of public affairs Nikki Kimbleton. That includes help from the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, Jacksonville Sheriffโs Office and PRI Productions.
Gov. DeSantis backs โanti-mobโ proposal in response to protests
The proposal titled โanti-mob legislation draftโ would expand the list of โforcible feloniesโ under Floridaโs self-defense law to include property crimes. โWe donโt want to see our cities burning like across the nation without consequences, so Gov. Meanwhile, a rally to protest the proposal is planned for 1 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Duval County Courthouse. The first survey question by AP VoteCast found 42% of Florida voters surveyed have a gun in their household. Only 32% of Joe Biden voters have a gun in their house compared to 51% of President Donald Trump voters.
As Biden pulls ahead of Trump in Georgia, state says there will likely be a recount
ATLANTA โ Democrat Joe Biden took a narrow lead over President Donald Trump in the battleground state of Georgia early Friday morning. State officials couldnโt immediately provide the number of uncured absentee ballots. Provisional lists are kept at the county level, and there are thousands outstanding statewide that county officials will decide on whether to count by Friday. Donald Trump Jr. spoke Thursday evening at an event in Atlanta, along with several Georgia elected officials and decried the process. Meanwhile, outside the State Farm Arena where the final Georgia votes are being counted, we have a growing crowd.
Spotlight on Georgia as stateโs 16 electoral votes remain at stake
Meanwhile, outside the State Farm Arena where the final Georgia votes are being counted, we have a growing crowd. At stake in Georgia are 16 electoral votes. The lawsuit alleges that a Republican observer watched a poll worker take unprocessed absentee ballots from a back room and mix them into processed absentee ballots waiting to be tabulated. In Georgia, ballots must be received by 7 p.m. on Election Day in order to count. In the race to the 270 electoral votes needed to win the presidency, Democrat Joe Biden currently has 264 while Trump has 214.
LIVE UPDATES: โWeโre going to win this race' Biden says in address to nation
4:36 a.m.Former Vice President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump are in a dead heat in the race for Georgia. Currently, former Vice President Joe Biden leads President Donald Trump by just 11,438 votes statewide. The latest counts gives Trumpโs Democratic challenger Joe Biden a small lead, but the race is still too early to call. The electoral vote has former vice president Joe Biden in front of President Donald Trump, 238-213, at this point. Mullaney adds an update on Wisconsin that helps out former vice president Joe Biden in the race for the White House.
Join News4JAX Insider for Ask Vic Anything Q&A
On Thursday, were hosting Ask Vic Anything here on News4JAX.com. [RELATED: SIGN UP FOR NEWS4JAX INSIDER]Starting at 10:30 a.m., Vic will answer your questions in real-time for 30 minutes. All you need to do is sign up for a free News4JAX Insider account, brainstorm some questions and sign on Thursday. So, join us on Thursday for Ask Vic Anything. Learn more or sign up for Insider by visiting its official page on News4JAX.com.
Jacksonville City Council to honor life of WJXTโs Sharon Siegel-Cohen
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. โ Our WJXT family continues to mourn beloved executive producer Sharon Siegel-Cohen, who lost a courageous battle this month with Lou Gehrigโs disease, or ALS. Her accomplishments and life are being recognized in a resolution that will be introduced Tuesday night to the Jacksonville City Council by Councilwoman Joyce Morgan, who was an anchor at WJXT in the 90s and early 2000s. READ | City Council resolution to honor Sharon Siegel-CohenA Jacksonville native and a friend to hundreds, Sharon, 62, shaped countless lives in her work with WJXT, including scores of interns who came through our doors. Many of them eventually came to work for WJXT themselves, among them anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci. The day Sharon passed, Micolucci posted a heartfelt tribute on Facebook, calling Sharon his dear friend, mentor, work mother and fearless leader.
Jimmy Fallon uses News4Jax clip in his show... again
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. โ The Local Station appeared on The Tonight Show featuring Jimmy Fallon Wednesday night. It happened during a segment in which Fallon appeared to poke fun at the coronavirus scare. This wasnโt the first time News4Jax was featured on the show. Anchor Vic Micolucci had a clip run in a show last year. In this clip, Vic was reporting on two men who were arrested for trying to get an alligator drunk.
St. Johns County artists bring needed relief to Bahamas
ABACO ISLANDS, Bahamas - There are still no hotels, restaurants or electricity on the hardest-hit islands of the Abaco, yet volunteers from the Jacksonville area continue to visit the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian. News4Jax anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci returned to the Bahamas last week for the fourth time with a group of St. Johns County do-gooders determined to make a difference. Luc Renaud and Benjamin Swatez, both from St. Augustine, have spent the last month in the Bahamas, visiting schools and shelters with their group called the Goodness Tour. But at the end of it all, we made it," said Nadia McDermott, a teacher at Fox Town primary. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
Jaguars' Najee Goode shares how teammates helped with Dorian relief
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. - One Jacksonville Jaguars player spent the bye week with News4Jax anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci in the Bahamas. Jaguars linebacker Najee Goode and Micolucci stopped by "The Mark Brunell Show" on Monday evening to talk about their time assisting with Hurricane Dorian relief in the Abacos last week. Goode said he was inspired when he went to the recent screening of the WJXT Films documentary "96 Hours of Anguish," which was put together by Micolucci. After seeing the documentary, Goode and his wife, Jasmine, helped develop a new game plan to help out the storm-torn Bahamas. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
Jaguars' Najee Goode to join News4Jax on trip to Bahamas
NEPTUNE BEACH, Fla. - New hope is heading to the Bahamas after the islands were pummeled by Category 5 Hurricane Dorian. It's coming from Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker and Super Bowl champ Najee Goode, who was inspired when he went to the recent screening of the WJXT Films documentary "96 Hours of Anguish," which was put together by News4Jax anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci. Since its release, it's helped raise awareness and money for relief efforts in The Bahamas. After seeing the documentary, Goode and his wife, Jasmine, helped round up a fresh game plan to help out the storm-torn Bahamas. It's been way more than I thought, you know, being the grind of the season," Goode said.
WATCH: Vic Micolucci takes flight with the Geico Skytypers
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Visitors flocking to the Jacksonville Sea and Sky Air Show this weekend will get the chance to see several former military aircraft including the Geico Skytypers. The World War II-era planes are known for writing messages with smoke in the sky at shows across the country. For the first time Thursday, News4Jax anchor Vic Micolucci got the opportunity to join them. They are the love of my life, Baldasso said of the World War II-era aircraft. To learn more, watch Vics flight in the video above or check our frequently asked questions page.
WATCH: Vic Micolucci takes flight with the Geico Skytypers
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Visitors flocking to the Jacksonville Sea and Sky Air Show this weekend will get the chance to see several former military aircraft including the Geico Skytypers. The World War II-era planes are known for writing messages with smoke in the sky at shows across the country. For the first time Thursday, News4Jax anchor Vic Micolucci got the opportunity to join them. "They are the love of my life," Baldasso said of the World War II-era aircraft. To learn more, watch Vic's flight in the video above or check our frequently asked questions page.
'96 Hours of Anguish' premieres on big screen at Sun-Ray Cinema
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - News4Jax and Sun-Ray Cinema are teaming up for a special showing of WJXT Channel 4's documentary on the disaster in the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian. The film, 96 Hours of Anguish, which premiered on News4Jax two weeks ago, is making its big screen debut in Jacksonville. Tickets are $10. All proceeds will be donated to the Love & Life Foundation, a non-profit organization, which is helping rebuild the Bahamas. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
Fashion funds the cure for pediatric cancer
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation put on a fashion show to honor children with cancer on Friday night. About 20 young cancer fighters made their runway debut at Fashion Funds the Cure. Each model was introduced to the audience at the beginning of the show, showing off the seasons latest trends. Proceeds from Fashion Funds the Cure will be donated to the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
Trusted Hurricane Dorian relief groups on the ground in the Bahamas
Tents are set up in front of homes destroyed by Hurricane Dorian at a luxury resort in Castaway Cay, Abaco, Bahamas. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa)JACKSONVILLE, Fla - After Hurricane Dorian devastated parts of the Bahamas, many are asking where they can donate and which charities are trustworthy. While many groups have pulled out of the relief mission, these groups remain on the ground daily, working to make a difference. Founder Jimbo Stockton is based in Jacksonville BeachMedical teams responding to Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas. A foundation formed after Hurricane Dorian that is bringing tents, food, water and aircraft to the Bahamas.
Trusted Hurricane Dorian relief groups on the ground in the Bahamas
JACKSONVILLE, Fla โ After Hurricane Dorian devastated parts of the Bahamas, many are asking where they can donate and which charities are trustworthy. While many groups have pulled out of the relief mission, these groups remain on the ground daily, working to make a difference. Founder Jimbo Stockton is based in Jacksonville BeachMedical teams responding to Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas. A foundation formed after Hurricane Dorian that is bringing tents, food, water and aircraft to the Bahamas. The group has been on the ground in the Bahamas, flying through Marsh Harbour since immediately after the hurricane.
Devastation, desperation remain in the Bahamas after Dorian
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - As the Bahamas strives to recover from Hurricane Dorian, News4Jax anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci on Monday traveled to the Bahamas to bring supplies to some of the hurricane victims. One of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes ever recorded, Dorian razed parts of the Bahamas as a Category 5 storm. In the immediate aftermath of Dorian, Micolucci spent 96 hours on the ground with relief crews in the hardest-hit areas of the Bahamas. Though this week marks Micolucci's third time in the Bahamas since Dorian, he said the devastation and desperation still remain everywhere he looks. Although groups are bringing food, water and supplies, Micolucci said it is a difficult situation.
Devastation, desperation remain in the Bahamas after Dorian
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. โ As the Bahamas strives to recover from Hurricane Dorian, News4Jax anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci on Monday traveled to the Bahamas to bring supplies to some of the hurricane victims. One of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes ever recorded, Dorian razed parts of the Bahamas as a Category 5 storm. In the immediate aftermath of Dorian, Micolucci spent 96 hours on the ground with relief crews in the hardest-hit areas of the Bahamas. Though this week marks Micolucci's third time in the Bahamas since Dorian, he said the devastation and desperation still remain everywhere he looks. Although groups are bringing food, water and supplies, Micolucci said it is a difficult situation.
Devastation, desperation remain in the Bahamas after Dorian
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - As the Bahamas strives to recover from Hurricane Dorian, News4Jax anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci on Monday traveled to the Bahamas to bring supplies to some of the hurricane... Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
Devastation, desperation remain in the Bahamas after Dorian
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - As the Bahamas strives to recover from Hurricane Dorian, News4Jax anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci on Monday traveled to the Bahamas to bring supplies to some of the hurricane... Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
'96 Hours of Anguish': Documentary highlights destruction, dedication in Bahamas
News4Jax reporter Vic Micolucci spent 96 hours on the ground with relief crews in the hardest-hit areas of the Bahamas. You can see firsthand the damage Hurricane Dorian left behind in the hour-long documentary, "96 Hours of Anguish," presented by WJXT Films.
Vic Micolucci previews '96 Hours of Anguish' documentary
News4Jax anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci spent 96 hours on the ground and in the air in the hardest hit areas of the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian. He joins us with a preview of a special broadcast... Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
Florida pilot finds stranded villagers in debris, said it 'looked like landfill'
ABACO ISLANDS, Bahamas - A Florida pilot and his wife located dozens of missing villagers stranded in the Abacos after a tip from a News4Jax reporter. Justin Johnson and his wife Angela, a nurse, run Timberview Helicopters in Destin. News4Jax reporter Vic Micolucci was flying with the crew Tuesday afternoon when he spotted a large pile of debris in the distance. Over the weekend, the Johnsons and Lawson Bates, of Medic Corps, found 3 young girls stranded on the other side of a washed-out bridge. The helicopter team brought the sisters into their helicopter and flew them to their grandparent's house, where there were supplies and a generator.
4 days in The Bahamas: Vic Micolucci visits devastated islands
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - After 11 days, the death toll since Hurricane Dorian devastated the Bahamas as a Category 5 storm remains at 50, but more than 1,000 people are missing. News4Jax spent four days on the ground in the hardest hit areas including Marsh Harbor, Fox Town, Treasure Cay and Freeport, witnessing hundreds of Bahamians in dire need. In the video above, reporter Vic Micolucci shows the devastation he witnessed firsthand during his trip. Personnel said they found 10 bodies in four days, and they believe there are many more beneath the debris. Here is a list of the nonprofits News4Jax witnessed on the ground in the Abacos:Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
Emergency volunteers bring vital medical supplies to Abacos
"Everybody here on this island alone says it's easily more than 200," News4Jax anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci said by phone as he traveled with medical volunteers focused on saving lives as conditions get worse. There was only room for one alongside medical volunteers traveling to the center of the destruction from Hurricane Dorian. We have cots and blankets, and the plane is potentially going to bring back some Bahamians that need to be evacuated." @wjxt4 pic.twitter.com/9R9JMiUFx1 Vic Micolucci WJXT (@WJXTvic) September 10, 2019Medical volunteers have been delivering care and medications on a daily basis. The government has estimated that up to 10,000 people from the Abacos alone will need food, water and temporary housing.
Royal Caribbean sends thousands of meals, supplies to the Bahamas
FREEPORT, Bahamas - Crews on the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Mariner of the Sea delivered 20,000 meals and supplies to Freeport, Bahamas for those struggling in the island nation in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian. @wjxt4 pic.twitter.com/wV0XqEDWp6 Vic Micolucci WJXT (@WJXTvic) September 7, 2019Then at 7 a.m., Micolucci posted sunrise pictures from the Freeport dock as crews unloaded. Relief supplies coming off Mariner of The Seas and into Freeport, Bahamas. Staff and volunteers for Royal Caribbean worked through the night cooking meals, boxing them up and sending them out. Follow along with reporter Vic Micolucci and photojournalist Jesse Hanson as they travel the hurricane-ravaged area on News4Jax.com.
Royal Caribbean sending thousands of meals and supplies to the Bahamas
Royal Caribbean Mariner of the Sea crews offload Hurricane Dorian recovery supplies in Freeport, Bahamas. FREEPORT, Bahamas - News4JAX reporter Vic Micolucci is following recovery efforts in Freeport, Bahamas as crews on the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Mariner of the Sea deliver 20,000 meals and supplies to those struggling in the island nation in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian. @wjxt4 pic.twitter.com/wV0XqEDWp6 Vic Micolucci WJXT (@WJXTvic) September 7, 2019Then at 7 a.m., Micolucci posted sunrise pictures from the Freeport dock as crews unloaded. Relief supplies coming off Mariner of The Seas and into Freeport, Bahamas. @wjxt4 pic.twitter.com/bGx7KwXIBb Vic Micolucci WJXT (@WJXTvic) September 7, 2019Micolucci will continue to update recovery efforts in the Bahamas on Twitter.
Vic Micolucci traveling to Bahamas to cover Hurricane Dorian relief efforts
News4Jax anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci is traveling to the Bahamas to cover the rescue and recovery of the hurricane-ravaged islands. On Friday night, Micolucci and News4Jax photojournalist Jesse Hanson left from Cape Canaveral on the Mariner of the Seas, a Royal Caribbean cruise ship. It's part of the cruise line's fleet that is helping deliver supplies to the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian. From there, the News4Jax crew hopes to document the rescue efforts. On Sunday, the crew will be on a smaller island, where it hopes to meet with volunteers and agencies helping out.
Vic Micolucci traveling to Bahamas to cover Hurricane Dorian relief efforts
News4Jax anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci is traveling to the Bahamas to cover the rescue and recovery of the hurricane-ravaged islands. On Friday night, Micolucci and News4Jax photojournalist Jesse Hanson left from Cape Canaveral on the Mariner of the Seas, a Royal Caribbean cruise ship. It's part of the cruise line's fleet that is helping deliver supplies to the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian. From there, the News4Jax crew hopes to document the rescue efforts. On Sunday, the crew will be on a smaller island, where it hopes to meet with volunteers and agencies helping out.
Vic Micolucci heading to Bahamas to cover Hurricane Dorian relief efforts
News4Jax anchor and reporter Vic Micolucci will be heading to the Bahamas to cover the rescue and recovery of the hurricane-ravaged islands. Micolucci and News4Jax photojournalist Jesse Hanson will be leaving from Cape Canaveral on Friday evening on the Mariner of the Seas, a Royal Caribbean cruise ship. It's part of the cruise line's fleet that is helping deliver supplies to the Bahamas, which slammed by Hurricane Dorian with 185 mph winds. From there, the News4Jax crew hopes to document the rescue efforts. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
VIDEO: Swimming armadillo surfaces during Vic Micolucci's live report
While doing a live report from Davis Shores, Vic Micolucci and his photographer spotted an unexpected visitor paddling through the water. "That armadillo was happy as a clam," Vic said. "I swear I saw a smile on its face." Vic said the armadillo is a good reminder that wildlife can also be affected by the storm. "You don't necessarily want to be in this water," he said, pointing to dangers like venomous snakes, alligators and floating fire ant piles.
Amazon to open Jacksonville fulfillment center for public tours
Amazon announced it will open up the Jacksonville fulfillment center on Pecan Park Road and 22 others across the country for public tours. The one on Jacksonville's Northside will be the first and only fulfillment center offering tours in Florida. Guendelsberger worked at an Amazon fulfillment center for less than two weeks before she called it quits. We encourage anyone to come see for themselves what its like to work at the Amazon fulfillment center she worked at by taking a free, public tour of the site. There are many good things for working for Amazon," Guendelsberger said.