Georgia up to No. 3 behind Ohio State, Indiana in Top 25 shuffle as Oregon, Texas Tech also climb
Read full article: Georgia up to No. 3 behind Ohio State, Indiana in Top 25 shuffle as Oregon, Texas Tech also climbTexas A&M is out of the top five in The Associated Press college football poll for the first time in two months.
Brunswick High football players apologize after brawl as parents question harsh penalties
Read full article: Brunswick High football players apologize after brawl as parents question harsh penaltiesA few Brunswick High School football players have taken to social media to apologize for their roles in last week’s brawl with Gainesville High School.
Glynn County Health Department alerts residents of rabies after bobcat attacks person in Jekyll Island
Read full article: Glynn County Health Department alerts residents of rabies after bobcat attacks person in Jekyll IslandThe Glynn County Health Department is alerting residents about the presence of rabies after a bobcat located on Jekyll Island tested positive for the disease.
Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation shocked some in Georgia who say she could've won without Trump
Read full article: Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation shocked some in Georgia who say she could've won without TrumpRep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's decision to resign from the House after publicly disagreeing with former President Donald Trump has surprised some in Georgia.
VIDEO: Dozens of Georgia high school football players suspended after sideline-clearing brawl
Read full article: VIDEO: Dozens of Georgia high school football players suspended after sideline-clearing brawlNearly 40 Gainesville High School players were suspended after a brawl broke out during the third quarter of the Georgia High School Association Class 5A playoff matchup on Friday night.
‘Project Underground’ eyes $10M investment to bring 100+ jobs to Northwest Jacksonville
Read full article: ‘Project Underground’ eyes $10M investment to bring 100+ jobs to Northwest JacksonvilleProject Underground could bring a $10 million investment and 100–120 manufacturing jobs to Northwest Jacksonville; city offers a five‑year REV tax grant up to $275,000 to keep the expansion local.
Weather Ready: Cold weather means a higher risk of power surges. Are your appliances covered?
Read full article: Weather Ready: Cold weather means a higher risk of power surges. Are your appliances covered?It's the perfect time for homeowners to prepare for cooler weather, protect their equipment, and understand how winter conditions can impact the power grid.
Georgia lineman Nyier Daniels is dismissed from the team after his arrest following a police chase
Read full article: Georgia lineman Nyier Daniels is dismissed from the team after his arrest following a police chaseGeorgia offensive lineman Nyier Daniels has been dismissed from the football team following his arrest on multiple charges resulting from a high-speed police chase.
GHSA playoffs: Brunswick, Charlton, Pierce, Ware walloped in 2nd round games
Read full article: GHSA playoffs: Brunswick, Charlton, Pierce, Ware walloped in 2nd round gamesIt was a rough night for local teams in the Georgia High School Association state playoffs. All four area teams — Brunswick, Charlton County, Pierce County and Ware County — were hammered in the second round on Friday night.
Explore Southeast Georgia’s hidden treasures: From Mary Ross Waterfront Park to the ancient Lover’s Oak
Read full article: Explore Southeast Georgia’s hidden treasures: From Mary Ross Waterfront Park to the ancient Lover’s OakDozens of local parks dot the Golden Isles, offering everything from gorgeous views and amphitheaters to mini golf and salutes to service. On our 4 Your Neighborhood trip to Southeast Georgia, we’re highlighting a few of these hidden gems.
Here’s how a lighthouse and a wandering ghost make St. Simons Island one of the most haunted areas in the country
Read full article: Here’s how a lighthouse and a wandering ghost make St. Simons Island one of the most haunted areas in the countryEvery corner of the US has either a horror story or a haunted tale that has been passed down through generations, and the Golden Isles are no exception. One act of horror that happened more than 100 years ago mirrors stories of present-day mass murder, and it’s known as the “Brunswick Massacre of 1915.”
Tiara and turf: Frederica Academy senior balances football and being homecoming queen
Read full article: Tiara and turf: Frederica Academy senior balances football and being homecoming queenFrederica Academy’s graduating class this year is the largest it’s ever been -- 50 students -- and the school's homecoming queen is also one of its varsity football team kickers.
Willie’s Wee-Nee Wagon marks 50 years of family, food and community in Brunswick
Read full article: Willie’s Wee-Nee Wagon marks 50 years of family, food and community in BrunswickWillie’s Wee-Nee Wagon, a beloved Brunswick institution, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, serving up the same quality hot dogs, burgers, and their famous boneless pork chop sandwiches that have made them a local legend.
With over 750 sea turtles saved, this center in Georgia blends education with conservation
Read full article: With over 750 sea turtles saved, this center in Georgia blends education with conservationThe Georgia Sea Turtle Center, the only facility of its kind in the state, has been dedicated to rehabilitating injured sea turtles and educating the public for nearly 20 years.
Southeast Georgia town or Virginia county? We’re stirring the pot over the rightful birthplace of Brunswick stew
Read full article: Southeast Georgia town or Virginia county? We’re stirring the pot over the rightful birthplace of Brunswick stewIf you weren’t aware, Brunswick, Georgia, has a simmering rivalry with another area of the same name: Brunswick County, Virginia. Both Brunswicks claim to be the birthplace of the original “Brunswick stew.”
Addressing A4dability: Golden Isles employers struggle as workforce housing falls short
Read full article: Addressing A4dability: Golden Isles employers struggle as workforce housing falls shortAs the population of Brunswick and the Golden Isles continues to climb, community leaders say the demand for affordable homes is outpacing construction, and the gap is widening.
Brunswick’s Historic Ritz Theatre is a hub for plays, concerts and events. But it once faced an uncertain future
Read full article: Brunswick’s Historic Ritz Theatre is a hub for plays, concerts and events. But it once faced an uncertain futureOnce on the brink of shutting down, the Brunswick landmark is now a thriving hub for arts and culture thanks to local efforts and major renovations.
Pinball Palace: Brunswick arcade housing over 200 pinball machines known to be one of nation’s best
Read full article: Pinball Palace: Brunswick arcade housing over 200 pinball machines known to be one of nation’s bestA local man turned a hobby into an award-winning business in Brunswick, featuring more than 200 pinball machines.
The Golden Ray capsized more than 6 years ago. Here’s a look back at the largest wreck removal in US history
Read full article: The Golden Ray capsized more than 6 years ago. Here’s a look back at the largest wreck removal in US historyIt was Sept. 8, 2019, when the Golden Ray cargo ship capsized shortly after leaving the Port of Brunswick. Officials later found that the incident was caused by human error and miscalculation.
5 years after his murder, Ahmaud Arbery’s family says the community is still healing
Read full article: 5 years after his murder, Ahmaud Arbery’s family says the community is still healingIt’s hard to talk about Brunswick without remembering Ahmaud Arbery — the 25-year-old murdered while jogging in a neighborhood near his home. His killing — captured on video and shared across the nation — sparked outrage, protests, and a demand for justice that resonated far beyond Coastal Georgia.
Did you know? From ‘Glory’ to ‘Wakanda Forever,’ areas of Golden Isles have been featured in dozens of film, TV scenes
Read full article: Did you know? From ‘Glory’ to ‘Wakanda Forever,’ areas of Golden Isles have been featured in dozens of film, TV scenesYou might not realize it, but the city of Brunswick and some surrounding areas have been captured in dozens of big-time movies and TV shows. For decades, film crews have stopped in the area to shoot scenes that millions of people have seen.
‘A symbol to the community’: Why the iconic St. Simons Lighthouse is a must-see attraction for island visitors
Read full article: ‘A symbol to the community’: Why the iconic St. Simons Lighthouse is a must-see attraction for island visitorsThe St. Simons Lighthouse, a significant historical landmark on St. Simons Island, has been a beacon for over 150 years.
Georgia jumps, Ohio State, Indiana, Texas A&M stay 1-2-3, and what is going on with Miami?
Read full article: Georgia jumps, Ohio State, Indiana, Texas A&M stay 1-2-3, and what is going on with Miami?Georgia nabbed the fourth and final projected first-round bye in the College Football Playoff rankings, while undefeated Ohio State, Indiana and Texas A&M held onto the top three positions.
Georgia up to No. 4 in AP poll, Sooners back in top 10 and Mean Green ranked for 1st time since 1959
Read full article: Georgia up to No. 4 in AP poll, Sooners back in top 10 and Mean Green ranked for 1st time since 1959Georgia has moved up to No. 4 in The Associated Press poll, Oklahoma is back in the top 10 and North Texas is ranked for the first time since 1959.
AP Top 25 poll preview: Alabama loss will change the top 5 and USF's loss opens up race for G5 bid
Read full article: AP Top 25 poll preview: Alabama loss will change the top 5 and USF's loss opens up race for G5 bidThe top five of The Associated Press poll is in for a change Sunday after staying the same for three weeks.
Camden County hires Jon Lindsey as new head football coach
Read full article: Camden County hires Jon Lindsey as new head football coachJust two days after parting ways with its head coach, the Wildcats announced the hiring of veteran Jon Lindsey to lead the program. He replaces Travis Roland, who was fired on Wednesday after going 13-8 and missing the state playoffs this season.
US appeals court upholds hate crime convictions of 3 white men in 2020 killing of Ahmaud Arbery
Read full article: US appeals court upholds hate crime convictions of 3 white men in 2020 killing of Ahmaud ArberyA federal appeals court has upheld the hate crime convictions of three white men who chased and killed Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia more than five years ago.
2 adults, 2 children transported to hospital after school bus crash on US 1 in Charlton County
Read full article: 2 adults, 2 children transported to hospital after school bus crash on US 1 in Charlton CountyFive people were transported to a hospital, including three children, following a bus crash on U.S. Highway 1 in Charlton County on Friday morning, according to the Charlton County Sheriff’s Office.
Georgia high school football playoffs: Glance at first-round games
Read full article: Georgia high school football playoffs: Glance at first-round gamesFriday is the opening night of the Georgia High School Association state football playoffs and five of the area’s six teams from southeast Georgia are alive.
Some Korean workers detained in Georgia immigration raid have returned to their jobs at Hyundai site
Read full article: Some Korean workers detained in Georgia immigration raid have returned to their jobs at Hyundai siteSome of the more than 300 South Korean workers detained in an immigration raid at Hyundai's sprawling manufacturing site in Georgia have returned to their U.S. jobs two months later.
A Georgia judge has ruled that a city ordinance banning guns in unlocked cars is unenforceable
Read full article: A Georgia judge has ruled that a city ordinance banning guns in unlocked cars is unenforceableA Georgia judge has thrown out the case of a man cited for violating a city ordinance that outlaws leaving guns in unlocked cars.
Record-low temperatures shock the Southeast US while snowfall blankets parts of the Northeast
Read full article: Record-low temperatures shock the Southeast US while snowfall blankets parts of the NortheastThe southeastern U.S. has plunged into record-low temperatures, affecting 18 million people under a freeze warning across Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.
Trump says Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has 'lost her way' for criticizing his foreign policy focus
Read full article: Trump says Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has 'lost her way' for criticizing his foreign policy focusPresident Donald Trump on Monday pushed back on criticism from Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene that he is spending too much time on foreign affairs and not enough on inflation.
A look at prominent people pardoned by Trump after they tried to overturn his 2020 election loss
Read full article: A look at prominent people pardoned by Trump after they tried to overturn his 2020 election lossMost of the notable people President Donald Trump is pardoning after they helped try to overturn his 2020 election loss face legal jeopardy in state or civil courts so the pardons won't effect their cases.
Volunteers line up in Kingsland to serve 600+ meals as shutdown continues, ‘It feeds my soul’
Read full article: Volunteers line up in Kingsland to serve 600+ meals as shutdown continues, ‘It feeds my soul’Volunteers at Kingsland North Center served over 600 meals to families affected by the government shutdown. A local restaurant donated additional food when supplies ran out, and future events are planned with community support.
Drought expands in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia amid rainfall deficit
Read full article: Drought expands in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia amid rainfall deficitIt’s a tale of two stories here across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia! The lack of rainfall, or in some spots the surplus of rainfall, is noticeable.
Vote 2025: Northeast Florida & Southeast Georgia election results
Read full article: Vote 2025: Northeast Florida & Southeast Georgia election resultsFlorida and Georgia will have major races for governor and U.S. Senate coming up in 2026, but voters in southeast Georgia, as well as Florida voters in Alachua County, cast ballots today in a variety of races, with polling places open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Vote 2025: Southeast Georgia election results
Read full article: Vote 2025: Southeast Georgia election resultsFlorida and Georgia will have major races for governor and U.S. Senate coming up in 2026, but voters in southeast Georgia cast ballots today in a variety of races, with polling places open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Pregnant British teen arrested for drug smuggling in Georgia released after guilty verdict
Read full article: Pregnant British teen arrested for drug smuggling in Georgia released after guilty verdictA pregnant British teen arrested in Georgia on drug smuggling charges has been released from prison on Monday.
Photo gallery: Scenes from Georgia’s win over Florida on Saturday
Read full article: Photo gallery: Scenes from Georgia’s win over Florida on SaturdayNews4JAX had photographer Christian Schultz capture the Florida-Georgia game in this photo gallery. Click through the images to check out action from the game.
Attorney talks Florida-Georgia game’s legacy, economic boost for Jacksonville
Read full article: Attorney talks Florida-Georgia game’s legacy, economic boost for JacksonvilleThe Florida-Georgia college football rivalry, a Jacksonville tradition since 1933, will temporarily move away from the city due to stadium renovations, with games scheduled in Atlanta and Tampa for the next two years.
Brunswick High honors football player My’Kal Ellis two years after his death
Read full article: Brunswick High honors football player My’Kal Ellis two years after his deathBrunswick High School paid tribute to My’Kal Ellis, a former running back for the Brunswick Pirates football team, during the senior night game against South Effingham on Friday.
CRAZY Florida Gators Coaching Carousel | Can Gators Add Another Odd Chapter to Georgia Rivalry?
Read full article: CRAZY Florida Gators Coaching Carousel | Can Gators Add Another Odd Chapter to Georgia Rivalry?Florida faces a big game this week against Georgia, but Gator Nation is buzzing with speculation about the next head coach.
Trial for Erik Sparre, man accused in 1985 Georgia double murder, ends in mistrial one day after testimony begins
Read full article: Trial for Erik Sparre, man accused in 1985 Georgia double murder, ends in mistrial one day after testimony beginsThe trial for Erik Sparre, the man accused of killing a husband and wife in a Camden County church 40 years ago, ended in a mistrial on Wednesday, according to the Camden County Clerk’s office.
Georgia Democrat Jon Ossoff gambles on shutdown to save health subsidies as reelection bid looms
Read full article: Georgia Democrat Jon Ossoff gambles on shutdown to save health subsidies as reelection bid loomsThere may be no rank-and-file Democratic senator with more at stake from the federal government shutdown than Georgia’s Jon Ossoff.
Georgia officer kills a man who attacked a firefighter with a machete, police say
Read full article: Georgia officer kills a man who attacked a firefighter with a machete, police sayA police officer shot and killed a man who authorities say began attacking a firefighter with a machete in rural east Georgia.
Ponta Vedra Beach woman and breast cancer survivor running in inaugural Georgia half-marathon to honor late husband
Read full article: Ponta Vedra Beach woman and breast cancer survivor running in inaugural Georgia half-marathon to honor late husbandA Ponta Vedra Beach woman is running in an inaugural Georgia half marathon in mid-November. Robyn Carr is not only doing it because she loves running. She is paying tribute to someone dear to her heart.
Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia accepting adoption applications for 80 dogs it rescued from home
Read full article: Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia accepting adoption applications for 80 dogs it rescued from homeThe Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia is accepting adoption applications for 80 dogs that were rescued from a home.
Jailed journalists win Sakharov Prize for speaking against injustice, European Parliament says
Read full article: Jailed journalists win Sakharov Prize for speaking against injustice, European Parliament saysThe European Union’s top human rights prize has been awarded to two imprisoned journalists who were honored for their defiance of the authorities in Belarus and Georgia.
Watch Live: News4JAX Weather Authority updates you on all things weather in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia
Read full article: Watch Live: News4JAX Weather Authority updates you on all things weather in Northeast Florida, Southeast GeorgiaNews4JAX meteorologist Katie Garner details a brief warmup in Jacksonville, followed by a cooldown and mostly dry conditions, with only a slight chance of showers and calm wind.
Jacksonville will install monument honoring victims of Sapelo Island gangway collapse. An online survey seeks your input
Read full article: Jacksonville will install monument honoring victims of Sapelo Island gangway collapse. An online survey seeks your inputJacksonville is planning to install a monument to honor the victims of the Sapelo Island gangway collapse, also known as the Sapelo 7.
‘Steps towards healing’: Sapelo Island honors victims of gangway collapse a year after tragedy
Read full article: ‘Steps towards healing’: Sapelo Island honors victims of gangway collapse a year after tragedyCommunity members, victims’ families and survivors gathered Saturday morning to mark one year since the deadly gangway collapse on Sapelo Island.
The next major film studios could be in Nevada if some unions have their way
Read full article: The next major film studios could be in Nevada if some unions have their wayTrade unions in Nevada want the state to offer tax incentives to major film studios to bring more movie making to the Vegas area.
Community comes together to honor victims of Sapelo Island gangway collapse 1 year after deadly incident
Read full article: Community comes together to honor victims of Sapelo Island gangway collapse 1 year after deadly incidentCommunity members, victims’ families and survivors gathered Saturday morning to mark one year since the deadly gangway collapse on Sapelo Island.
Georgia judge resigns following accusations of DUI outside Wacko’s Gentlemen’s Club
Read full article: Georgia judge resigns following accusations of DUI outside Wacko’s Gentlemen’s ClubA Brunswick Judicial Circuit Superior Court Judge resigned Thursday, more than a week after he was arrested and accused of drunk driving outside of a Jacksonville strip club.
DNA from discarded cup leads to Georgia man’s arrest in 1990s sexual assaults in New York
Read full article: DNA from discarded cup leads to Georgia man’s arrest in 1990s sexual assaults in New YorkProsecutors say a Georgia man accused of sexually assaulting five women during a New York City crime spree in the early 1990s was linked to the cases by DNA authorities obtained from a discarded cup he had used inside a sheriff's office.
Relatives of Salvadoran family slain in Georgia crash left reeling from tragedy
Read full article: Relatives of Salvadoran family slain in Georgia crash left reeling from tragedyThe relatives of eight Salvadorans who died in a fiery crash of a semitrailer and a van in Georgia struggled to wrap their minds around the tragedy on Wednesday as they hoped that the bodies of their lost loved ones would soon be repatriated to the Central American nation.
GBI: All charges dropped against former Camden County magistrate judge, 2 others
Read full article: GBI: All charges dropped against former Camden County magistrate judge, 2 othersA former Camden County magistrate judge and two others were charged with burglary amid an ongoing investigation led by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, the Camden County Sheriff’s Office said.
Driver following too close behind van charged in crash that killed 3 adults, 5 kids, officials say
Read full article: Driver following too close behind van charged in crash that killed 3 adults, 5 kids, officials sayOfficials say the driver of a semitrailer following too close behind a van has been arrested on homicide charges in a fiery crash that killed three adults and five children on a Georgia highway.
Jacksonville Beach forecast: Sunny skies and high rip currents lead the week
Read full article: Jacksonville Beach forecast: Sunny skies and high rip currents lead the weekMeteorologist Katie Garner with News4JAX’s The Weather Authority shares a sunny, dry forecast for Jacksonville Beach and Northeast Florida, with a high rip current risk at area beaches and a chance of rain returning for the weekend.
Trump ally Vernon Jones announces run for Georgia secretary of state
Read full article: Trump ally Vernon Jones announces run for Georgia secretary of stateVernon Jones, a former Democratic state representative who switched parties to support President Donald Trump, has announced his candidacy for Georgia's secretary of state.
Bills' James Cook has TD motivations ahead of game vs. Falcons in Georgia homecoming Monday night
Read full article: Bills' James Cook has TD motivations ahead of game vs. Falcons in Georgia homecoming Monday nightFor all his production during his college days at Georgia, Buffalo Bills running back James Cook was reminded of never scoring a touchdown in three SEC championship game appearances at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Brunswick judge accused of DUI after backing into truck outside Jacksonville strip club: reports
Read full article: Brunswick judge accused of DUI after backing into truck outside Jacksonville strip club: reportsA Brunswick Judicial Circuit Superior Court Judge was arrested early Tuesday morning and accused of drunk driving after he hit a car outside of a Jacksonville strip club, according to multiple media reports.
Early voting begins Tuesday in Georgia’s statewide special election & local elections in Southeast Georgia
Read full article: Early voting begins Tuesday in Georgia’s statewide special election & local elections in Southeast GeorgiaWhile 2025 is an off-year for most elections, all Georgia voters will soon have a chance to go to the polls to cast ballots in a special election for two seats on the state’s Public Service Commission. At the same time, some southeast Georgia voters will be choosing their local elected officials.
LIVE RADAR: Downpours moving through the area
Read full article: LIVE RADAR: Downpours moving through the areaJacksonville and the surrounding coastline are facing expected rounds of rain, flash flood concerns, and higher risk for rip currents. Meteorologist Katie Garner with News4JAX's The Weather Authority shares what to expect through the weekend.
VyStar rolls out program for first-time homebuyers who are first responders, teachers, law enforcement
Read full article: VyStar rolls out program for first-time homebuyers who are first responders, teachers, law enforcementBuying a home right now feels impossible for a lot of families in Florida and Georgia, but VyStar said it’s trying to change that, especially for the people we all rely on.
Florida fans or Georgia fans: Who has the best tailgate recipe? Share yours with us and we’ll decide!
Read full article: Florida fans or Georgia fans: Who has the best tailgate recipe? Share yours with us and we’ll decide!Fans of the University of Florida and the University of Georgia know it’s never too early to talk about one of the biggest rivalry games in college football!
County-by-county fall events list: 2025 pumpkin patches, haunted houses, hayrides and events around Northeast Florida
Read full article: County-by-county fall events list: 2025 pumpkin patches, haunted houses, hayrides and events around Northeast FloridaNews4JAX has compiled a 2025 list — including multiple Florida counties and Georgia — of the best pumpkin patches, haunted houses and events in your area! Check them out.
Judge sets 14-day deadline for appointment of new prosecutor in Georgia election case against Trump
Read full article: Judge sets 14-day deadline for appointment of new prosecutor in Georgia election case against TrumpA judge has announced that the Georgia election interference case against Donald Trump and others will be dismissed in 14 days if a new prosecutor isn't appointed.
Tyrese Gibson booked into Georgia jail and released on bond following cruelty to animal charge
Read full article: Tyrese Gibson booked into Georgia jail and released on bond following cruelty to animal chargePolice said Tyrese Gibson was booked into a Georgia jail early Friday, a week after he failed to turn himself in following an arrest warrant for cruelty to animals.
Republican-led Georgia state Senate committee plans to question Fani Willis next month
Read full article: Republican-led Georgia state Senate committee plans to question Fani Willis next monthA Georgia special state Senate committee plans to question Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis next month.
Glynn County Health Department offers free mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Read full article: Glynn County Health Department offers free mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness MonthThe Glynn County Health Department is offering free mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October.
