While many families are hitting the road to celebrate the holidays, new data shows that the stretch right before Christmas can be one of the deadliest times to drive in Florida.
Holiday gatherings are a good time to catch up with family. But how do you keep things joyful if there are relatives on the guest list you don’t always get along with?
A local teen is on a mission to give a happy holiday to K9s across the country. Emma Johnson joined us on The Morning Show to talk about her toy drive for law enforcement dogs -- and give a special toy to K-9 Rip.
Travelers may notice a few changes at airport security this year. TSA now requires passengers to have a REAL ID–compliant license or another acceptable form of identification, so checking that before you leave home is key.
Looking to spoil your furry family members this holiday season? Consumer Reports rounded up some of its top pet gifts that are perfect for everything from winter walks to warm cuddles on the couch.
While many families are hitting the road to celebrate the holidays, new data shows that the stretch right before Christmas can be one of the deadliest times to drive in Florida.
As we move deeper into the holiday travel rush, airports across the country are preparing for record-breaking crowds, and AAA says this Christmas and New Year’s rush will bring record numbers of drivers onto the roads as well.
Holiday gatherings are a good time to catch up with family. But how do you keep things joyful if there are relatives on the guest list you don’t always get along with?
Cirque Musica’s Holiday Wonderland is set to bring high-flying acrobatics, dazzling costumes and festive music to the Florida Theatre on December 22, 2025, offering Jacksonville families a holiday experience that blends spectacle with seasonal cheer.
If your kids love those soft, squishy fidget toys, the ones you squeeze for stress relief, you might want to take a closer look. Loved by kids, the bright, colorful squishy balls are often marketed as calming sensory tools. But a new Consumer Reports investigation found that some of these toys can break open, and what’s inside may irritate kids’ skin, or even cause chemical burns.
Tomal Bowe, 33, is charged with felony fleeing and eluding, grand theft auto, resisting without violence, possession of marijuana and multiple out-of-county warrants. He is expected to plead not guilty at his court appearance on Monday in St. Johns County.
The holidays are a time for family gatherings and celebrations. But as you’re enjoying each moment, it’s important to remember that overdoing it can take a toll on your heart.
If you’re making fitness your 2026 goal, how do powders and supplements fit in? If you’re not seeing the results you want in the gym, Cleveland Clinic says creatine can help!
Taking a few minutes to focus your mind each day can reduce stress, pain and depression. We know this time of year can be stressful, but there's an entire day centered on protecting your own peace. World Meditation Day is Sunday, and Dr. Ashis Das, a Meditation Instructor with the Art of Living Foundation, joined The Morning Show on Friday to talk about the benefits of meditation and how it is helping local students.
RSV sends roughly 3.6 million people to the hospital every year. It is very common and causes mild, cold-like symptoms, but to babies and older adults, it can be dangerous. In fact, thousands of babies and children under the age of 5 die of RSV every year. News4JAX Anchor Jen Waugh spoke with a local pediatrician during her 10 a.m. streaming show Thursday.
Despite decades of research, the average life expectancy for an American with sickle cell remains about 20 years shorter than the general population. But for the first time, even scientists say new therapies have the power to actually cure the disease.
Holiday travel is one of the busiest times on Florida’s roads, and agencies like the Florida Department of Transportation work around the clock to ensure a smooth and safe trip for drivers.
No one wants to bring a plate of ugly cookies to a party, so to help you make the perfect cookie — and avoid some common mistakes — the owner of JAX Cooking Studio, Shelbi MacDonald, and executive pastry chef Angela Tumey joined the Morning Show on Thursday to teach us all of her secrets!
Kidney cancer is one of the fastest-growing cancers in the U.S., and until recently, a diagnosis of advanced disease often meant just a few years to live. Now, new immunotherapy combinations are helping many patients live 10-15 years longer than ever before.
As holiday deliveries surge, the number of porch pirate thefts are climbing, with thieves snatching packages right off doorsteps across the country. Law enforcement agencies say it's one of the fastest-growing theft trends this season. Morning Show Anchor Melanie Lawson shows us several ways to protect your packages and outsmart these thieves before they ever reach your front porch.
During the holidays, people often make common mistakes that can attract thieves. Morning Show Anchor Melanie Lawson walked us through some things people do around their home that could make it a target.
Police warn thieves and con artists target last minute shoppers every holiday season. News4JAX Anchor Melanie Lawson joined us live from San Marco to go over some mistakes you don't want to make as you pick up final gifts from the store.
If Obamacare subsidies expire at the end of the year, Florida will be hit harder than any other state. Scott Darius, executive director of Florida Voices for Health, joined News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show on Wednesday to talk more about what's at stake if Congress doesn't act.
The holiday season isn’t just about spreading cheer, scammers are spreading fear. The FTC reports consumers lost $12.5 billion to fraud last year, with more than 2.6 million reports filed. The top ways scammers strike? Email, phone calls, and text messages. A new Pew Research study finds 73 percent of Americans have experienced some form of online scam.
The deadline to have Christmas gifts arrive in time is almost here, and it changes depending on the shipping service you're using. Here is a list of deadlines to have gifts arrive before Christmas.
Epilepsy is when the brain has an electrical misfire that causes multiple seizures. And depending on where the misfire takes place, the seizure will have different effects, such as freezing you or causing convulsions that result in you passing out.
There have been 194 fires caused by lithium-ion batteries in Florida since the beginning of the year. Jacksonville Fire Chief Percy Golden joined The Morning Show on Tuesday to talk about the challenges of these types of fires and provide tips on how to charge these batteries responsibly.
Trinity Christian Academy's Voices in Praise choir is heading to Washington, D.C., this week to perform at the White House. The award-winning group will showcase its talent on a national stage. The talented choir joined The Morning Show on Monday to give us a sneak peek at their upcoming performance.
Cancers in younger adults are surging. Colon cancer, once a midlife disease, is striking earlier than ever. Breast and kidney cancers are also climbing in people under 50. And now, a new study reveals appendix cancer, which was once considered extremely rare, is not so rare anymore, specifically among Generation X and Millennials.
Before you surprise someone with the newest smart device or trendy gadget this holiday season, remember many of today’s hottest tech gifts that come with ongoing subscription fees. Consumer Reports shares smart shopping tips, so your thoughtful present doesn’t turn into an unexpected expense for the person unwrapping it.
New parents are bombarded with misleading posts and images about what’s safe when it comes to infant sleep. That’s according to a new investigation by Consumer Reports. Information shared by social media influencers, AI chatbots, and even retailers may be confusing parents and putting babies at risk.
A.I. is changing the world as we know it. Data shows 77 percent of companies are either using A.I. or exploring it. And the travel industry is no exception. From airlines to hotels, bots are setting prices and personalizing offers. So, how can you outsmart artificial intelligence and still get the best deal?
The holidays can be especially stressful for people in recovery, with disrupted routines and social pressure increasing the risk of relapse. Experts say having a holiday relapse prevention plan can help protect your sobriety. That includes preparing for high-risk situations, leaning on supportive people, and setting boundaries at gatherings. Nick Padlo, the CEO of Sophros Recovery, discussed how individuals can navigate holiday stress.
The U.S. Senate will vote Thursday on two separate plans to address health care premiums that will skyrocket for millions of Americans if health care subsidies are allowed to expire at the end of this month. Those subsidies are tax credits offered to people who enroll in the government's health care marketplace, these are people who don't have access to private insurance through their employer or can't afford it. Matthew McGough, a policy analyst at KFF, joined The Morning Show to talk more about what’s at stake.
The National Retail Federation expects holiday spending to hit a record $900 per person this year. Research shows the “thrill of the deal” can lead to emotional spending and regret. From “buy now, pay later” plans that can hurt your credit to “limited-time offers” that are hard to resist. How do you shop smarter, not spend harder?
The holidays can be magical — but for many families, they're also overwhelming. Between school events, shopping, travel, and trying to keep kids grounded, it's easy for the true meaning of the season to get lost. Megan Kilis, Co-owner of Jacksonville Mom, joined The Morning Show on Wednesday to share how a different kind of calendar is helping families reconnect with what really matters.
Chase and Jordan Hansen joined News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show Wednesday. They have a home-grown business that features wristbands, ring bands, strings and other things with a coastal motif that are all designed with conservation of our oceans, beaches, and surf zones in mind.
Instacart shoppers may be paying very different prices for the exact same groceries — even when they live in the same neighborhood. A new Consumer Reports investigation found that the company has been running AI-assisted pricing experiments across several major grocery chains, and in some cases, the discrepancies were significant. Some shoppers saw prices that were as much as 23 percent higher for identical items.
Friends make life richer, but sometimes, it’s our wallets that pay the price. A new survey shows Gen Z and millennials are spending hundreds each month just to stay connected.
You never think your dryer could cause a devastating house fire but one man recently shared with reporter Amanda DeVoe how that happened to him. And a JFRD deputy chief shares four simple steps you can take to prevent it from happening to you.
Holiday season is in full swing and many of us are finding that our budgets are smaller than in years past, but we still have many people in our lives we want to gift to. To help us navigate shopping secondhand for gifts, Liz Morgan with Goodwill joined The Morning Show on Tuesday.
Artificial intelligence isn’t just changing how we work or create. It’s now changing how we manage our money. A new survey by Empower finds that nearly half of Americans — 47 percent — feel more comfortable using A.I. for financial decisions than they did just a year ago. But can you really trust a chatbot with your savings, your retirement, or your future?
Morning Show anchor Melanie Lawson updates you on the latest headlines of the day, and then we meet Jax Creators, a community connecting busy moms with other local creatives.
