States across the country are pushing to cut property taxes as homeowners complain about rising bills.

If you’ve ever visited Brunswick, Georgia, or Mount Dora, Florida, you should consider yourself lucky because that means you’ve experienced one of the “prettiest” towns in the entire country, at least according to the World Atlas.

A jury in Georgia quickly convicted a man who gave his son a gun linked to the fatal shooting of two students and two teachers.

A Boeing 727 passenger jet previously owned by Jeffrey Epstein has been sitting for years, decaying in a scrapyard at Brunswick Golden Isles Airport in Glynn County, and News4JAX was granted permission to tour the plane.

Glynn County Schools said a strong odor affected the area around Altama Elementary, but officials have confirmed the campus is safe.

The Varsity 4 Super 6 high school baseball rankings will be published on Fridays during the regular season with the exception of a week off for spring break. Records are through Feb. 26.

Columbia, Duval, Nassau and St. Johns counties are among the local school districts that pay their head football coaches on the standard 10-month teaching contracts, despite responsibilities and expectations booming over the past 20 years. That means two months of working for free in the summer is the expectation.

Showers to taper off by Saturday afternoon

A 12-year-old Camden County student was arrested and accused of threatening to incite a school shooting, according to the Camden County Sheriff’s Office.

Rainfall expected to taper off by Saturday evening

Federal energy officials say they will loan a record $27 billion federal loan to Georgia Power and Alabama Power to expand electricity supply.

Warmer temperatures precede weekend rain

Lena Baker’s legacy of resilience lives on through her great-granddaughter, KaMillion, a Jacksonville rapper, songwriter and actress who has used her platform to highlight her family’s story during Black History Month.

Monday marks six years since Ahmaud Arbery lost his life after being chased and gunned down while jogging in the Satilla Shores neighborhood in Glynn County.

Two-time WNBA champion Kara Braxton has died after being in a car crash in Atlanta.

A wildfire that broke out on Sunday in Charlton County and spread an estimated 600 acres is 100% contained in Southeast Georgia, according to the Georgia Forest Commission.

Evacuation orders issued for some Charlton County homes as fire crews responded to a wildfire that broke out on Sunday afternoon have been lifted.

A 72-year-old Jacksonville woman who had been missing for more than a week was found dead in Georgia.

Georgia linebackers Chris Cole and Darren Ikinnagbon have been arrested on misdemeanor charges of speeding and reckless driving.

The White House has insisted that President Donald Trump was visiting Georgia to promote the economy.

Near-record temperatures forecast for Friday and Saturday

A beloved teacher at Hesse K-8 School in Savannah was killed in a crash early Monday morning near the school, authorities confirmed.

Geno Auriemma has tied Tara VanDerveer for most appearances in the AP women’s basketball Top 25 poll when UConn remained No. 1.

The NAACP and allied groups are asking a judge to limit how the federal government uses voter data seized in an FBI raid near Atlanta.

Dani Carnegie scored 29 points leading Georgia to a 76-74 upset win over No. 5 Vanderbilt on Sunday.

Many political candidates pitch themselves as outsiders.

A strong cold front is moving west to east from the lower Mississippi Valley and will reach our area on Sunday.

Xaivian Lee scored 18 points and No. 14 Florida finally found its touch from 3-point range, leading from the opening tip for an 86-66 victory over Georgia.

Valentine’s Day promises sun before Sunday rain

A tragic incident that began with the murder of a 34-year-old Ocala woman and her 4-year-old daughter ended Tuesday night when the woman’s estranged husband took his own life during a traffic stop in Kingsland, Georgia, according to multiple law enforcement agencies.

Valentine’s Day evening could see light showers

Authorities say a single-engine plane made an emergency landing on a busy road in Georgia, striking three vehicles and leaving two people with minor injuries.

A single-engine plane made an emergency landing Monday in the middle of a street in Gainesville, Georgia, just north of Atlanta, causing multiple crashes.

Democrats are focusing on health care in the November elections and making it a key issue.

Emergency crews were on the scene of a crash on I-95 North near the St. Marys River Thursday evening.

A recent drug trafficking operation in Glynn County and St. Simons Island led to the arrest of 55 people.

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has told lawmakers that she attended an FBI search of the election center in Fulton County, Georgia, last week because President Donald Trump asked her to be there.

The St. Marys Police Department said it is searching for a man accused of fleeing from the Kingsland Police Department and was last seen in the area of Winding Road and Brooklet Circle.

The Atlanta DEA's Operation Fentanyl Free America has led to a decrease in fentanyl overdoses but has also uncovered new smuggling tactics and drug trends in Southeast Georgia, highlighting ongoing challenges in the fight against illegal drugs.

A “bomb cyclone” is starting to bring heavy snow to the Southeast and is ushering in frigid temperature to much of East Coast Saturday.

Extreme cold is expected to affect Southeast Georgia this weekend, according to the National Weather Service, which issued an extreme cold warning for the area. Residents are preparing by bundling up indoors and stocking up on supplies to stay warm.

Federal prosecutors have charged Georgia state Rep. Dexter Sharper with making false statements to collect $13,825 in unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Freeze warning and frost advisory issued for southeast Georgia and northeast Florida

A federal judge has rejected Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger's request to raise unlimited campaign funds.

President Donald Trump is pushing the federal government to back up his bogus claims that widespread fraud cost him reelection in 2020.

Frost Advisory for coastal counties in Northeast Florida

National models hint at potential snow near Savanah

Answers could come soon for Waycross residents wondering about a mysterious stench that lingers over the Southeast Georgia town.

The Southeastern Conference has set a record with 10 teams in The Associated Press women's Top 25 basketball poll.

A significant winter storm will remain north of our area. We are on the warmer side of the system, which is why temperatures for most spots today have climbed into the 70s and 80s. The only exception is across Georgia where temperatures have been in the 50s and 50s.

Warm Sunday gives way to rain and falling temperatures

A federal judge in Georgia is dismissing a U.S. Justice Department lawsuit seeking voter information from the state.

The Georgia Emergency Management Agency is hosting a press conference on winter storm preparations.

Waycross city officials said that they’re aware of an odor reported in some areas, but they say it isn’t related to a gas leak, fire, or a water or sewer system issue.

Utility companies and state officials are preparing for a forecasted ice storm that could bring down power lines and cause widespread outages.

Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, a Republican gubernatorial candidate, is attacking his opponent over the 2020 election.

The Players Championship is breaking with its country roots and bringing in hip-hop star Ludacris for its Military Appreciation concert in March.

The Glynn County Health Department said that a rabid raccoon was recently found on Jekyll Island, and are alerting residents and visitors.

The Glynn County Police Department said a man was taken to the hospital on Sunday afternoon after a domestic disturbance led to him being shot.

As temperatures dip into the 30s and 40s across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, local homeowners are reminded that even Florida can feel wintry, and that means preparation matters.

Warmer weather expected to return midweek

Jacksonville and several Northeast Florida counties are opening warming locations for anyone who needs a safe place to get out of the cold, not only people experiencing homelessness.

Snow flurries were possible Sunday morning in Southeast Georgia, but the anticipated wintry weather never materialized. Instead, the region saw a rainy, gray day.

Our pattern will remain active as we head into the new week. A strong front will usher in another blast of cold air early next week and the potential for a wintry mix for a portion of southeast Georgia.

Another Freeze Watch as a cold front approaches the region

Freezing temperatures and a chance of snow showers

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is trying to project political influence even as his term nears its end.

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp will give his final State of the State address on Thursday at 11 a.m.

Protect those Ps from freezing temperatures

Georgia lawmakers are moving to void a Savannah ordinance that fines or jails people for leaving guns in unlocked cars.

St. Marys Elementary School will remain closed Tuesday after school officials reported an “unexpected safety issue” that prompted the school’s closure on Monday morning.

A baby too young to receive routine measles vaccination is the first person in Georgia this year to contract measles.

Rain expected midweek ahead of another cold front

A baby too young to receive routine measles vaccination is the first person in Georgia this year to contract measles.

South Carolina climbed to No. 2 in the latest AP women's basketball Top 25.

St. Marys Elementary School will remain closed Tuesday after school officials reported an “unexpected safety issue” that prompted the school’s closure on Monday morning.

High pressure will be remain over our area early this week, which means we will see more sunshine. It will be much cooler on Monday and Tuesday behind the front. We do have the potential to see a frost and freeze on Monday morning with temperatures in the 30s. A FREEZE WARNING has been posted for a portion of our Georgia counties for Monday morning.

Chance of showers with a chill in the air next week

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is investigating after a hunter was shot and killed Thursday during a hog hunt on Cumberland Island in Camden County.

Georgia is the latest state to consider eliminating its personal income tax, with Republican leaders in the Senate backing a proposal to phase it out by 2032.

Breezy conditions and showers possible Sunday

On a scale of 1-13, Georgia is at a 13 for flu activity according to the latest report released from the Georgia Department of Public Health. The health departments in Glynn and Camden counties are each offering FREE flu shots for uninsured and underinsured children and adults as long as supplies last.

Thomas Haugh had 21 points, 12 rebounds and five assists, and Florida dominated No. 18 Georgia in the second half to win 92-77 on Tuesday night and stretch their home winning streak to 14 games.

It’s a new year, so let’s look back at our weather in 2025! From a rare snowstorm in January to no tropical activity across the state and a rainfall deficit, it certainly was an interesting year.

The Glynn County Police Department sent a notice on Tuesday asking for the public to help them in their search for a missing elderly woman who was last since in mid-November and is considered endangered.

Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss plans to return to school next season if the NCAA approves his request for an additional year of eligibility.

Meteorologist Katie Garner from News4JAX shares the latest forecast for Jacksonville: expect afternoon storms, cooler weekend weather, and much-needed rainfall to help ongoing drought conditions.

An officer with the Brunswick Police Department was arrested Monday following a domestic disturbance investigation, the agency announced.

Dozens of places across the U.S. will ring in 2026 by dropping a quirky assortment of fruits, vegetables, sea creatures and balls of all shapes and sizes.

During this year’s Christmas travel holiday, which was from Christmas Eve to Sunday night, law enforcement in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia pulled over their fair share of suspected DUI drivers.

Dozens of community members gathered to honor the life of 9-year-old Jordyn Butler, who was struck and killed by an SUV last week while playing outside with her brother in Woodbine.

Community members in Camden County are planning to come together Sunday afternoon to honor a young girl who was struck and killed by a car in Woodbine a week ago.

A mysterious group called Georgians for Integrity has spent around $5 million on television ads, mailers and texts attacking Lt. Gov. Burt Jones since November.

Fat & Fine Crab Shack in Brunswick will close at the beginning of the new year due to rising costs, joining a trend of local and national restaurant closures.

Missouri pass rusher Damon Wilson II claims Georgia's athletic department is trying to illegally punish him for entering the transfer portal.

A months-long investigation sparked by a tip to the Glynn County Police Department ended Monday with the arrest of a 24-year-old Brunswick man on child exploitation charges, GCPD said.

Jacksonville's weekend begins with chilly mornings and a significant drought, but warmer days and lots of sun are forecast. News4JAX's meteorologist explains what to expect, from local temperatures to continuing dry conditions.

The U.S. Justice Department has sued three states and the District of Columbia for not turning over requested voter information to the Trump administration.

Weekend brings sunny skies and mild temperatures

Fani Willis has counterattacked during a Wednesday Georgia state Senate committee questioning her prosecution of Donald Trump.