Jacksonville man to be sentenced in mid-December after pleading guilty to running over, killing his 8-month-old son
Read full article: Jacksonville man to be sentenced in mid-December after pleading guilty to running over, killing his 8-month-old sonA Jacksonville man who pleaded guilty to running over and killing his 8-month-old son appeared in court Monday morning for a sentencing hearing.
Man found dead in car on Jacksonville’s Westside, foul play suspected: JSO
Read full article: Man found dead in car on Jacksonville’s Westside, foul play suspected: JSOThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a man whose body was found inside a car early Wednesday morning on the city’s Westside. Officers said they believe foul play was involved in the man’s death.
First Coast Crime Stoppers says anonymous tip led to arrest in Texas of man accused of killing Jacksonville mother of 2
Read full article: First Coast Crime Stoppers says anonymous tip led to arrest in Texas of man accused of killing Jacksonville mother of 2An anonymous tip submitted through First Coast Crime Stoppers led directly to the arrest in Texas of a man wanted in the fatal shooting of a Jacksonville mother of two on Sunbeam Road, the organization said.
Man accused of killing mother of two in Sunbeam Road parking lot arrested in Texas: JSO
Read full article: Man accused of killing mother of two in Sunbeam Road parking lot arrested in Texas: JSOThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it has arrested a man accused of shooting and killing a mother of two who was found dead in a parking lot outside of a gym on Sunbeam Road.
45% of Clay County teachers left without pay increase following school board meeting
Read full article: 45% of Clay County teachers left without pay increase following school board meetingThe Clay County school board held an impasse hearing with the Clay County Education Association to decide teacher raises for next year. The board ultimately accepted a proposal that would give teachers with 10 years or more experience raises ranging from $400 to $800.
Jacksonville father says he’s struggling with SNAP reapplication amid job loss, ‘just making it harder and harder’
Read full article: Jacksonville father says he’s struggling with SNAP reapplication amid job loss, ‘just making it harder and harder’SNAP benefits were paused during the government shutdown, causing concern for many families. Now that benefits are being distributed again, recipients may have to reapply entirely.
‘Scared, didn’t know what to think’: Car crashes into Mayport Road apartment, narrowly missing sleeping child
Read full article: ‘Scared, didn’t know what to think’: Car crashes into Mayport Road apartment, narrowly missing sleeping childA frightening crash occurred at the Cove at Atlantic Beach apartment complex when a car smashed into a home, coming inches from a little girl asleep in her bed.
Anchor Academy, Mayport parents grapple with emotions of potential consolidation, ‘nobody wants their school to close’
Read full article: Anchor Academy, Mayport parents grapple with emotions of potential consolidation, ‘nobody wants their school to close’Duval County Schools are once again considering consolidating schools, this time focusing on Mayport Elementary and Anchor Academy as part of an effort to optimize its resources.
Sentencing hearing held for Jacksonville man who pleaded guilty to running over and killing his 8-month-old son
Read full article: Sentencing hearing held for Jacksonville man who pleaded guilty to running over and killing his 8-month-old sonJustin Golden, the man accused of running over and killing 8-month-old Pablo Golden's arraignment was delayed due to new discovery of evidence.
Man facing DUI charge for crash that killed Bayview Elementary teacher was once sued for negligent driving, records show
Read full article: Man facing DUI charge for crash that killed Bayview Elementary teacher was once sued for negligent driving, records showThe 24-year-old man who turned himself in on Sunday for his role in a fatal crash that took place on Baymeadows Road six months ago has found himself in legal trouble due to his driving before, court records show.
‘Entirely false’: Jacksonville’s telehealth contractor denies fraud allegations ahead of Duval DOGE meeting
Read full article: ‘Entirely false’: Jacksonville’s telehealth contractor denies fraud allegations ahead of Duval DOGE meetingJacksonville’s telehealth contractor responded on Wednesday to fraud allegations regarding its management of the city’s telehealth program, which provides health care access for Duval County residents.
Intense fire at Jacksonville gas station involving SUV caught on camera, ‘We thought it was going to explode’
Read full article: Intense fire at Jacksonville gas station involving SUV caught on camera, ‘We thought it was going to explode’A white SUV caught fire early Sunday evening at the Gate gas station on Emerson Street near Philips Highway in Jacksonville, causing panic among nearby witnesses who feared a massive explosion.
Jacksonville councilman alleges fraud, conflicts in city’s telehealth contracts
Read full article: Jacksonville councilman alleges fraud, conflicts in city’s telehealth contractsJacksonville’s telehealth program, Healthlink JAX, and its contractor Telescope Health are facing scrutiny as city councilman Rory Diamond calls for an investigation into the city’s telehealth contracts.
The shutdown is affecting those who rely on SNAP. But those who don’t say they’re also struggling with high food costs
Read full article: The shutdown is affecting those who rely on SNAP. But those who don’t say they’re also struggling with high food costsMuch focus has been placed on how the government shutdown is affecting people who rely on food stamps, but there are also people who are not on food stamps who are finding it harder to purchase groceries because of the current higher costs of food.
As Duval County Schools considers sale of Southbank headquarters, Chase Properties emerges as new potential buyer
Read full article: As Duval County Schools considers sale of Southbank headquarters, Chase Properties emerges as new potential buyerDuval County Schools is once again considering a move away from its headquarters on the St. Johns River after a potential buyer withdrew from the deal as the school district now has a new front-runner interested in purchasing the Southbank property.
Man dies after being stabbed at Anheuser-Busch facility on city’s Northside, JSO says
Read full article: Man dies after being stabbed at Anheuser-Busch facility on city’s Northside, JSO saysThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a man died Thursday afternoon after he was stabbed inside the Anheuser-Busch facility.
A Florida senior gets about $2 a day in SNAP benefits. If it expires, she says she won’t have food next month
Read full article: A Florida senior gets about $2 a day in SNAP benefits. If it expires, she says she won’t have food next monthVanessa Lockett, a 73-year-old disabled retiree living on a fixed income in Jacksonville, is worried about losing her Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. She relies on the program to buy food, but the current federal government shutdown threatens to halt SNAP funding starting Nov. 1.
News4JAX returned to a Westside parking lot at the center of nearly 100 police calls this year. Here’s what we found
Read full article: News4JAX returned to a Westside parking lot at the center of nearly 100 police calls this year. Here’s what we foundDays after News4JAX posted a story about late-night noise complaints involving loud music during large gatherings inside the Paxon Shopping Center parking lot on Edgewood Avenue, News4JAX returned to the area to record what nearby residents had been complaining about.
‘I don’t want to die like that’: Veteran finds hope and housing after years of homelessness
Read full article: ‘I don’t want to die like that’: Veteran finds hope and housing after years of homelessnessKen Hearda, 80, is one of the 135 veterans who were experiencing homelessness in 2024. Now, he's got a life-changing opportunity, thanks to Operation Barnabas and Operation Lifeline in Clay County.
Florida lawmakers unanimously pass bill to combat rising number of suicides among firefighters
Read full article: Florida lawmakers unanimously pass bill to combat rising number of suicides among firefightersBurnout, trauma, and high stress are significant factors threatening the mental health of firefighters, and Florida lawmakers have unanimously passed a bill designed to combat the growing number of suicides among firefighters.
‘It shocks the system’: Florida lawmakers consider bill to combat rising number of suicides among firefighters
Read full article: ‘It shocks the system’: Florida lawmakers consider bill to combat rising number of suicides among firefightersBurnout, trauma and high stress are significant factors threatening the mental health of firefighters. To combat an increase in firefighter suicides, Florida lawmakers are considering a new bill.
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Clay County deputy who died of COVID-19 honored at Krawl’n for the Fallen event
Read full article: Clay County deputy who died of COVID-19 honored at Krawl’n for the Fallen eventSTARKE, Fla. – A Clay County deputy who died in September from complications of COVID-19 was honored Saturday at the Krawl’n for the Fallen event in Starke. The event was overshadowed by tragedy Friday night when a skydiver died after his parachute didn’t deploy properly during a fun jump after practice. Despite the tragic death, the event carried on as law enforcement agencies and families of fallen officers gathered to honor those who have been lost. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office said it was honored that Sgt. He started with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office in the 90s before joining the Clay County Sheriff’s Office in 1998.
How you can wish Jimmy Carter a happy 96th birthday
Read full article: How you can wish Jimmy Carter a happy 96th birthdayFormer President Jimmy Carter turns 96 years old on Thursday and continues to add to his record as the oldest living president. Carter planned to celebrate at his home in Plains, Georgia, with his wife of 74 years, Rosalynn Carter, according to a spokeswoman for the Carter Center in Atlanta. The Carter Center, the not-for-profit organization founded by the Carters nearly 40 years ago, is encouraging people to post a birthday message. Join the fun and send him a birthday wish on the below birthday board. Carter had been a Naval officer, peanut farmer Georgia senator and Georgia governor when he was elected president in 1976.
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Crash on Hendricks Boulevard leaves motorcyclist in life threatening condition
Read full article: Crash on Hendricks Boulevard leaves motorcyclist in life threatening conditionA 23-year-old motorcyclist is in life-threatening condition after crashing into a pick-up truck on Hendricks Boulevard Saturday night. The motorcyclist was traveling south near 3900 Hendricks Boulevard around 5:55 p.m. when another man was leaving the GATE gas station turning onto Hendricks. That’s when the motorcyclist crashed into the truck. The motorcyclist was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Hendricks Boulevard was reopened at 9:30 p.m.
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Alice in Wonderland-themed restaurant is coming to Jacksonville
Read full article: Alice in Wonderland-themed restaurant is coming to Jacksonville"10/Six Grille" is opening in Sweet Pete's historic downtown building. The eatery encourages guests to enjoy American-style eats in a fanciful atmosphere that provides a nostalgic trip down the rabbit hole. "Take time out of your busy day and allow yourself to escape to Wonderland," the website says. "Enjoy one of our handcrafted dishes and let yourself get lost in the pages of Lewis Carroll's greatest work." Location: 400 N. Hogan St. Click HERE to visit the 10/Six Grille website.
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In Jimmy Carter's home county, voting rights case tests democracy
Read full article: In Jimmy Carter's home county, voting rights case tests democracySumter County is embroiled in a court fight over voting rights and redistricting that challenges the composition and credibility of its school board. Like many other Southern communities, it was run by whites until courts overturned Jim Crow laws and ordered desegregation during the civil rights era. At least two African American board members during that time say their employers received threatening letters, advocating they be fired. Under the Voting Rights Act, the county’s plan previously would have been cleared in advance by the Justice Department to guarantee it didn’t harm minorities. Alice Green, one of the two remaining African American board members, said she hopes the litigation ends soon.
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Rare sight: Dozens rush to help beached whales on St. Simons Island
Read full article: Rare sight: Dozens rush to help beached whales on St. Simons IslandST. SIMONS ISLAND, Ga. – The remains of several dead whales drew large crowds to the St. Simons Island shoreline Wednesday morning, a day after a viral video captured a massive rescue effort for about 25 pilot whales. The video, which was shared on News4Jax's Facebook page, shows the more than two dozen whales that had beached themselves along the shore. People who saw what happened all got together and helped get the whales back in the water. The Wildlife Resources Division from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources said most of the whales were successfully pushed back out into the water but three of the whales did not survive. The Wildlife Division said pilot whales are the most common type to strand in large numbers.
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Family & friends remember man killed by Kingsland officer
Read full article: Family & friends remember man killed by Kingsland officerKINGSLAND, Ga. – Family and friends of a 33-year-old Georgia man who was shot and killed by a now former Kingsland, Georgia, police officer gathered Thursday night for a prayer vigil to remember Tony Green one year after his death. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation determined Zechariah Presley killed Green by shooting him multiple times from behind as Green ran from the officer during a traffic stop. After the shooting, Presley was fired from the department and indicted on a charge of manslaughter. "We believe the only way justice will be served is if Zechariah Presley receives the maximum sentence allowed for the charges he's been given." Benefield said even if Presley is convicted, Green's family and friends won't feel closure for a long time.
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Bottom fishing season is here - ways to protect fish you release
Read full article: Bottom fishing season is here - ways to protect fish you releaseOftentimes when you reel a fish up to the surface, they experience an expansion of gas in their swim bladder, and will not be able to swim back down to their environment. Continue your role as a conservationist by looking out for fish with signs of barotrauma and being prepared to respond. Barotrauma is a condition seen in many fish caught in waters greater than 50 feet that is caused by expansion of gases in the swim bladder. Descending devices should only be used when fish show one or more signs of barotrauma and cannot swim back down on their own. Never insert venting tools into a fish’s belly, back or stomach that may be protruding from the mouth.
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Red snapper anglers asked to participate in FWC's research during mini season
Read full article: Red snapper anglers asked to participate in FWC's research during mini seasonFWC biologists will survey anglers and take biological samples during the 2018 recreational red snapper fishing season. The FWC will provide information collected to the Southeast Data, Assessment and Review (SEDAR) for the next red snapper stock assessment. In 2017, the Atlantic red snapper season was open two weekends in November. These surveys are used to determine how many boats participate in the red snapper season, the numbers of red snapper harvested, and important biological information that will be used in future population assessments. HeadboatsHeadboats are already required to report all fishing activity to National Marine Fisheries Service and are not surveyed by FWC during the red snapper season.
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School boards try to speed up education law fight
Read full article: School boards try to speed up education law fightTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – School boards and the state are sparring about whether a challenge to a controversial 2017 education law should move quickly to the Florida Supreme Court. Cooper’s ruling led 11 school boards to appeal to the 1st District Court of Appeal. It also set the stage for adding new charter schools -- dubbed “schools of hope” -- that will serve students whose traditional public schools have been considered low-performing. The school boards contend in the legal challenge that the law usurps their constitutional authority to operate public schools. In the filing last week seeking to move quickly to the Supreme Court, the school boards said they need to make decisions about issues such as their budgets.
