Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier will hold a news conference at Tampa General Hospital on Wednesday.

The state attorney for Brevard and Seminole counties is expected to formally announce charges in a dog attack that killed an 8-year-old boy in January.

The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are having one of their best seasons in over a decade, and they’re celebrating in style with News4JAX, the number one local news station in Jacksonville.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference with his newly-appointed lieutenant governor, Jay Collins, on Wednesday.

A strict uniform policy at Westside High School is keeping some students out of class just days into the new school year.

News4JAX’s meteorologist tracks Tropical Storm Erin as it’s forecast to become the season’s first major hurricane, reveals potential local impacts and updates on extreme heat and a Gulf rainmaker.

Insurance experts are shedding light on Direct Repair Programs (DRPs), also known as Managed Repair Programs (MRPs), after a Jacksonville homeowner said she’s been left to pay out of pocket for unfinished repairs following a water leak in her home.

A massive shot in the arm for Clay County’s growing infrastructure needs as the county opened new Fire Station 20 in Green Cove Springs on Tuesday.

Tropical Storm Erin to strengthen into the first hurricane of the 2025 season as it stays well north of the Caribbean and curves out to sea.

Political analysts express concern over President Donald Trump's recent actions and their implications for U.S. economic policy and GOP dynamics. At the same time, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is maneuvering within the GOP for future aspirations.

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.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Tuesday the appointment of the state’s new lieutenant governor.

The battle for control of Congress in the midterms may be over before voting starts. And it all has to do with the ongoing political war concerning redistricting.

A new Florida law now mandates that school boards require public and charter elementary schools to train employees in how to recognize whether a student might be having a life-threatening allergic reaction -- and how to administer medication to treat it.

Jacksonville faces another round of hot weather while Tropical Storm Erin develops in the Atlantic. The latest forecasts from News4JAX’s The Weather Authority indicate Erin is likely to stay east of Florida, with daytime highs remaining in the mid-90s and minimal rain chances this week.

Nassau County commissioners unanimously approved stricter beach driving restrictions on Monday, responding to environmental concerns and an ongoing lawsuit over sea turtle protection.

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.

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

Some law enforcement officers are continuing to charge people under a Florida law that bans people living in the U.S. illegally from entering the state, even though a federal judge has halted enforcement of the law while it’s challenged in court.

One Third Asian House is an Asian fusion restaurant locatedin St. Johns, near Jacksonville, Florida. Its menu combines elements of Chinese, Japanese, and Thai cuisine, offering dishes such as sushi rolls, pad Thai, hibachi, and curries. The restaurant is known for using fresh ingredients and provides options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets, with both dine-in and takeout available.

Tropical storm Erin expected to be a major hurricane north of Puerto Rico this weekend.

One Third Asian House is an Asian fusion restaurant locatedin St. Johns, near Jacksonville, Florida. Its menu combines elements of Chinese, Japanese, and Thai cuisine, offering dishes such as sushi rolls, pad Thai, hibachi, and curries. The restaurant is known for using fresh ingredients and provides options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets, with both dine-in and takeout available.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis held a news conference in Melbourne Monday morning.

Experts say it’s worth checking your policy now — before a storm hits — and getting help from a trusted insurance agent or licensed professional if you’re unsure.

News4JAX sports reporter Jamal St. Cyr's Four Cents analysis from Jacksonville's preseason opener against the Steelers on Saturday night.

An 11-year-old Jacksonville baseball player led his team with a dominant performance to a championship at the National USSSA All-American Games in July.

Showers and storms have been mostly absent around Jacksonville this evening.

A former financial adviser could be going to jail for a decade after he was found guilty of committing several crimes against an elderly adult, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier’s office said on Thursday.

Flood Advisory in effect through 5:15 PM

Authorities say a Florida woman posed as a licensed nurse and provided medical care to thousands of patients.

Florida's corrections agency and ICE updated an agreement on handling federal immigration detainees, but they did it more than a month after ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ opened.

The Zen Lounge, founded by Zen Miller, is a unique wellness sanctuary in Jacksonville, Florida, offering a holistic approach to mind and body wellness. Specializing in mind/body structural integration, Zen Miller brings decades of expertise as a triple-licensed and nationally certified massage therapist, with advanced techniques tailored for both licensed massage therapists and estheticians. Learn more about Zen and The Zen Lounge via her social media or website!

With the peak of hurricane season approaching, Florida officials are issuing a stark warning to residents across Northeast Florida: prepare now, and evacuate when ordered and no second-guessing.

The reigning Miss United States, whose hometown is Lake City, has filed a report with the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, accusing her ex-boyfriend, a central Florida Republican congressman, of threatening to release intimate videos and private images of her after she ended their romantic relationship.

Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia said Thursday that over $44 million in unclaimed property was returned to Floridians during July, with about $3 million of that being returned to Jacksonville residents.

In this episode, host Kent Justice sits down with two local tech leaders: Summer Vyne, CEO of Anuvision Technologies, and Matthew Chang, founder of Chang Robotics. They discuss the upcoming Jax Tech Fest, a week-long event showcasing innovation across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, featuring seminars, panel discussions, and the exciting Jacksonville Venture Competition with a $1 million prize.

Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez said Thursday he is setting up a select committee to look into redrawing congressional districts, as Republicans seek to keep control of Congress in 2026.

As Florida enters peak mosquito season, University of Florida experts are setting the record straight on a common summertime belief: plants like citronella and lavender won’t keep mosquitoes away just by growing in your yard.

Mayor Donna Deegan spoke to the media after the Florida Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) arrived in Jacksonville to audit the city for what the agency calls “excessive government spending.”

With students heading back to school, it’s a good time to remind drivers about Florida’s updated hands-free law.

A Florida man was taken to jail recently after he pointed a green laser at a helicopter belonging to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office as it was conducting a security check, the agency said on social media.

Tens of thousands of U.S. college students without legal residency are losing access to in-state tuition as part of the Trump administration's crackdown on immigration.

The Jacksonville Jaguars are locked in as they prepare for their first preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday, but it seems like that won’t stop the organization from taking some time away from the football field in the name of giving back to the community.

Jacksonville City Councilman Rahman Johnson, chairman of the city’s Value Adjustment Board, is set to make a “special” announcement about fee reform on Wednesday morning.

Senator Rick Scott will join state, local, and emergency management officials in Jacksonville on Wednesday for a press conference urging Floridians to stay prepared with Hurricane Season underway.

A new Florida law now makes it mandatory for new student-athletes to get their heart checked before they can play a sport in high school.

A federal judge heard arguments about an immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades, known as “Alligator Alcatraz.”.

The Duval County School Board has voted to ask the city of Jacksonville to amend its charter, paving the way for the board to hire its own legal counsel—independent from the city’s Office of General Counsel. The move passed by a 5-2 vote.

Dozens of people have gathered for a funeral service for wrestler Hulk Hogan, who died last month at 71.

Our locally produced wrestling show Going Ringside will debut on CW 17 right before NXT on Sept. 23.

Florida is now one of six states moving to ban sugary junk food items from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programs (SNAP) benefits starting next year.

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.

Public health officials in Florida are reporting 21 cases of campylobacter and E.

Florida drivers should soon see some relief on their car insurance bills, as recent legislative reforms appear to be driving rates down.

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

Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen showcases their summer menu

Florida’s attorney general is suing several online pornography websites, saying they are violating a new state law that requires age verification before accessing adult content. That law, HB 3, went into effect on Jan. 1, but it is still being contested in the courts.

Hours after Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia posted a letter to social media claiming that some local governments are “trying to place ‘conditions’ and restrictions” on DOGE auditors, Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan has responded, insisting that it’s a misrepresentation of her office’s intentions.

A federal judge has ordered officials to produce agreements showing who has legal authority at “Alligator Alcatraz,” an immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades.

After two Jacksonville homes caught fire within minutes of each other following lightning strikes, the Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department explained how a tool could protect homes during Florida’s storm season.

The median home-sale price fell by 3.1% in Jacksonville last week, according to a new report from Redfin.

The My Safe Florida Home program opened for applications Monday morning, and millions of dollars are up for grabs to help homeowners make improvements that can lower their insurance premiums and protect against storms.

A new report from a structural engineering firm sheds light on the likely cause of a gangway collapse at Fernandina Harbor Marina during the Fourth of July fireworks celebration.

Senate Bill 1070, also known as the “Second Chance Act,” requires at least one electrocardiogram, also known as an “EKG,” in addition to the already required physical for any Florida student attempting to participate in high school sports.

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,

The Florida Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is launching an investigation into the City of Jacksonville’s property tax collections, citing a 57% increase since 2020.

As Florida enters the heart of hurricane season, residents are getting a financial break on the essentials they need to stay safe. A new, permanent sales tax exemption on key hurricane supplies has replaced the state’s traditional short-term sales tax holidays.

A long-buried investigative report is shedding new light on years of missed warning signs involving a former teacher at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts.

Chris Hand, a government law attorney and government efficiency expert, joined us on The Morning Show to discuss what the Florida DOGE team is looking for and whether the governor expects to find any inefficiency or impropriety.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference in Orlando on Friday.

Advocates for charter schools say they provide more options and flexibility for families. Meanwhile, supporters of public schools worry about the lack of accountability for charter schools.

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday called for flags at multiple buildings throughout the state to be flown at half-staff to honor Hulk Hogan, someone the governor referred to as a “true Floridian through and through.”

Florida's coaching staff opens up fall camp with insights on DJ Lagway's injury status, offensive evolution, and defensive momentum.

A 5-month-old boy died after being attacked by a 130-pound dog in a home near Ormond Beach late Wednesday, according to Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood.

Jasmine Mason, development assistant at the Women’s Center of Jacksonville and former victim advocate, knows the harsh realities of human trafficking. For three years, she answered crisis calls, provided resources, and stood beside survivors during their darkest moments.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis held a roundtable discussion on Wednesday morning to praise the state’s education achievements, while heavily criticizing teachers’ unions.

Three executions are scheduled within the next month in Florida, including one on Thursday night.

Each week in August, Goodwill is offering certain items at 40% off. Goodwill is also offering 50% off on all books and media to customers who are a part of the store’s free loyalty program between Aug. 8-10.

A recently filed lawsuit by Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier claims that a Jacksonville-based company engaged in deceptive and unfair business practices related to the sale of hot tubs, outdoor kitchens, and swim spas.

When families separate, children often get caught in the emotional crossfire—and Episode 2 of the sponsored podcast Split Happens is here to change that.

President Donald Trump says Jeffrey Epstein “stole” young women who worked at Mar-a-Lago, including Virginia Giuffre, one of the disgraced financier's most well-known accusers.

Residents in the Southeast U.S. are no strangers to hot weather in the summertime.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed the H-1B visa program during a news conference on Monday, criticizing how certain tech companies lay off American workers only to replace them with H-1B visa holders.

With an Extreme Heat Warning in effect and heat index values climbing between 103 and 113 degrees, outdoor crews across Jacksonville are doing everything they can to stay safe—and stay on the job.

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.

National nonprofit K9s United and Florida U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean introduced federal legislation aimed at protecting law enforcement K-9s.

Lawyers seeking a temporary restraining order against an immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades say that “Alligator Alcatraz” detainees have been barred from meeting attorneys.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a permanent back-to-school sales tax holiday that he said will benefit families statewide starting this August.

Jacksonville faces extreme heat as The Weather Authority issues warnings. Find out what temperatures to expect, how to stay safe, and when rain relief is forecast.

The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories for the southeastern United States.

A man was found shot to death in Bradford County on Friday.

Twenty-eight men have died by court-ordered execution so far this year in the U.S., and nine other people are scheduled to be put to death in seven states during the rest of 2025.

Four adults were accused of extreme child abuse, according to the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office.

Police say an employee of Chuck E. Cheese was arrested at one of the chain's Florida restaurants while wearing the furry mask of the family restaurant's mascot mouse.

Jeffrey Epstein's ex-girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell has finished 1 1/2 days of interviews with Justice Department officials.

The main reason is to have your grill cleaned is to have a safe, healthy and clean grill.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says deportation flights from the remote Everglades immigration lockup known as Alligator Alcatraz began in the past few days.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference Friday morning at the immigration center, dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz,” in the Florida Everglades.

The world’s tallest teenager is trying his hand at football.