From changing vaccine requirements to eliminating property taxes, the upcoming Florida Legislative Session is expected to be a hectic 60 days for state lawmakers.

Nassau County Fire Rescue is asking drivers to avoid US Highway 1 north of Hilliard due to a brush fire on Saturday afternoon.

Pre-Dating Speed Dating has been hosting events throughout the US since 2001, and has been hosting events in Jacksonville since 2004. With four events every month in different locations and for different age groups, everyone in the Jacksonville/St. Augustine area has a chance to meet other singles and possibly their perfect match. A full list of upcoming events and tickets to attend can be found at www.Pre-Dating.com.

A suspect in the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles was ordered to be moved to California from Florida.

A self-portrait by Frida Kahlo could set records when it is sold at auction in November.

The dividend growth universe is changing.

These market lessons from 2025 can prepare investors for the road ahead.

A bicyclist suffered a “significant” head injury on Tuesday night after they were involved in a crash near U.S. Highway 90 and Interstate 75 in Lake City.

It’s not as warm on Sunday; more overhead clouds and rainy conditions will take over the region, combining with the sea breeze convergence.

Oakmont is banning former U.S. Open champion Wyndham Clark from returning to the club until he pays for damaging his locker.

Tensions rose at a St. Johns County Planning and Zoning meeting this week as opponents raised concerns about what one speaker dubbed the “Pickle Mafia” during discussions about a proposed indoor facility along US 1 North.

As tensions continue in the Middle East, many parents are struggling with how to talk to their children about the ongoing conflict. Experts say while the topic is complex, it’s important not to shy away from these conversations, especially in a time when young people are constantly exposed to disturbing images and headlines online.

A three-acre wildfire burning near US-17 and Yellow Bluff Road in Jacksonville could impact travel conditions through Wednesday morning.

Investors brave enough to peek at their account statements know that it’s been a rocky 2025.

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The Florida Highway Patrol was on the scene of a collision on I-95 North in Nassau County, between US-17 and SR-200.

It is just days away from a special election in Northeast Florida and we will soon find out who will be the new Representative for Congressional District 6.

Turkish police have detained 282 suspects in a large-scale operation targeting the banned Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK.

While 22 states have sued the Trump Administration to temporarily block a major policy change by the National Institute of Health, there are questions about what would happen to local medical research programs should a judge allow the policy change to proceed.

Located in the lobby of the historic Amelia Schoolhouse Inn, The Principal's Office Bar is open to the public and combines premium cocktails and wine with a historical flair in giving our patrons a unique experience. By adding touches such as re-purposing the original framing from 1886 to create the bar top, hanging the pictures of the US Presidents that would have graced the walls when the building was an operating school, and installing a putting green in the courtyard, the bar was designed to be a bit more enjoyable than what some of us might have experienced when being sent to the Principal's Office. www.theprincipalsofficebar.com

A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s executive order denying US citizenship to the children of parents living in the country illegally.

The Skins Game is returning with a modern look.

Authorities in Norway say a Norwegian student in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of spying for Russia and Iran while working as a guard at the U.S. Embassy in Oslo.

A Taliban government minister says Afghan women are forbidden from praying loudly or reciting the Quran in front of other women.

President Petr Pavel has sworn in two new ministers as part of a reshuffle of the government following the decision of junior coalition partner, the Pirates, to leave the Cabinet.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Friday morning said 11 people died, including a first responder, as Hurricane Helene hit the state late Thursday night.

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A nonprofit's experiment building a Roblox game to develop charitable habits among children went so well that this year's campaign is expanding.

A top UN official is warning that the Taliban’s new vice and virtue laws provide a distressing vision for Afghanistan’s future.

The Taliban say it's mandatory for Afghan women to conceal their voices and bare faces in public.

As the film is based on the best-selling novel by Colleen Hoover that’s sold over 4 million copies and has been translated into more than 20 languages, I get the distinct sense it's going to be popular.

High blood pressure can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, chronic kidney disease, and other serious health conditions. The CDC says high blood pressure contributed to more than 691 thousand deaths in the US in 2021. So how can you lower your blood pressure without medication?

China says it will be “‘hard to meet” calls for discussions on the Russia-Ukraine war because of problems with arrangements.

Red Nose Day has raised $370 million since 2015 to fund anti-poverty efforts.

A big announcement from the largest retailer in the US -- all 51 Walmart Health centers are closing. The centers offered virtual health care services, primary and urgent care, labs, X-rays, behavioral health, and dental work in some locations. There are six Walmart Health Centers in our area.

If you purchased some weighted groceries or bagged fruit at Walmart in recent years, you may be eligible for a cash payment from a class action settlement with the retailer.

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the US. A local woman spoke to News4JAX about her brother who died from colorectal cancer.

There's a new Center for Disease Control warning about the spread of measles. There are currently 60 cases across the US and that includes Florida.

The USS Delbert D. Black returned to Naval Station Mayport Sunday after being deployed for almost three months in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Prince William has returned to royal duties for the first time since his father King Charles III announced his cancer diagnosis and his wife, Kate, was hospitalized for abdominal surgery.

It’s all been very messy.

Hong Kong soccer fans and government have expressed their disappointment as Lionel Messi stayed on the bench for the full 90 minutes while Inter Miami defeated a Hong Kong XI 4-1 in the latest stop on the MLS team’s preseason Asian tour.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US. More than a quarter of Americans over the age of 40 are taking a statin to lower their cholesterol and to lower their risk of heart attack and stroke. In fact, statins are one of the most prescribed drugs in the country. But what happens if you are statin-intolerant? It turns out, there’s other help for your heart.

In the US, over 50 million people experienced chronic pain in 2021. Worldwide, over 55 million people are living with dementia, with 10 million new cases every year. Scientists at UT Health San Antonio are looking into chronic pain, inflammation and dementia.

Argentina's statistics agency says the country has registered a monthly inflation rate of 25.5% in December and closed 2023 with an annual inflation of 211.4%.

A 76-year-old woman from The Villages died after colliding with a pickup truck Saturday morning in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The average person in the US spends eight hours and five minutes using digital media and most of that is probably connected to Wi-fi. But in this increasingly connected world, what do you do if your Wi-Fi can’t keep up? There are some things that you can do to prevent your internet speed from slowing down any further.

IRS impersonation scams have become a rampant threat, targeting more than 2.4 million individuals in the US and resulting in losses exceeding $72.8 million.

Climate change is costing all of us more money as more extreme weather events hit the country, according to the National Climate assessment.

A Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian port of Odesa has hit a Liberian-flagged freighter, killing a port worker and wounding another, as well as three citizens of the Philippines, crew members on the ship.

Mikaela Shiffrin has been named “skier of the year” by the federation of ski journalists.

More than one in six Americans are in therapy, and with rates of depression and anxiety increasing in the US, the demand for therapists is skyrocketing. If you are thinking of getting a therapist, here are some tips that can help find you the right therapist to match your needs.

If you are thinking of getting a therapist, here are some tips that can help find you the right therapist to match your needs.

France’s parliament has approved a boost to military spending spurred on by Russia's war in Ukraine.

Five-time Wimbledon champion Venus Williams will begin her 24th appearance in the tournament against 2019 semifinalist Elina Svitolina.

Venus Williams is set to make her 24th appearance in the singles draw at Wimbledon after the 43-year-old American was given a wild-card entry.

Showers and storms developing with afternoon heat

A series of new studies reveals you may be able to reduce your dementia risk with the foods you choose to eat.

A British performance of “The Bodyguard” musical screeched to a halt when unruly audience members couldn’t refrain from singing along to the finale.

Can playing more Roblox make your kids more philanthropic.

Fifteen million people have some type of surgery every year in the US. For those

New research from the University of South Australia gives strong evidence that vitamin D deficiency is associated with premature death, prompting calls for people to follow healthy vitamin d level guidelines.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US, killing one person every 34 seconds. However, there are simple lifestyle changes that can help you build a strong heart.

When a migraine happens, it can sideline you from work, family affairs and daily life. There are some early warning signs you should know and new medications on the horizon.

The first fallacy: Lifting heavy weights will cause women to bulk up.

Cultivate is Jacksonville’s neighborhood urban supply store with a commitment to eco-friendly, US made, healthy-lifestyle products. Enjoy a hand-curated selection of ethically-made goods!

A 53-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck by a car Friday night in Clay County, The Florida Highway Patrol said.

Reps with the New Georgia Project Action Fund said they have canvassed neighborhoods all year throughout the state ahead of the midterms.

In the past, scientists thought that you could make up for lost sleep. But new research is showing you may not be able to pay off your sleep debt.

An Orange Park man is dead after hitting a pole while traveling on US 17 Saturday afternoon, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

Every 34 seconds, someone dies from heart disease in the US, that’s about 700,000 deaths a year.

Memory loss and headaches still plague Army veteran Michael Gatter 18 years after three traumatic brain injuries during deployment in Iraq.

Feeling weak? Trouble sleeping? Blurry vision? All these symptoms could be a sign you’re not getting enough of vitamin C.

One person is dead after a crash early Tuesday morning in Clay County.

Anti-depressants are linked to a higher risk of miscarriages, birth defects, preterm delivery, and autism.

The Republican attorney general of Arizona says his investigators found just one dead voter after thoroughly reviewing findings from a partisan review of Arizona's 2020 election.

With St. Andrews fresh on people’s minds after seeing the images this weekend, one might wonder the following: How hard is it to play a round at the Old Course, the home of golf?

The next Bill Gates or Oprah could be right here in Jacksonville, and Young Biz Kid Day might be their launching pad. Jacksonville is one of several cities across the US that participate in the event that showcases local child entrepreneurs and their businesses.

None of the golfers who have opted to join the Saudi-funded breakaway series know if they will be allowed to keep playing at the sport’s four biggest events.

Will Zalatoris has a chance to join some illustrious company at British Open.

One study showed that a 50-year-old worker was up to three times less likely to get an interview than a 28-year-old applicant.

Nearly half of adults in the US consume artificial sweeteners. While many believe these sugar alternatives are better for your health, new research suggests that’s not the case.

TELL US: What do you think about Sheriff Mike Williams living in Nassau County?

New York health officials are investigating a potential case of monkeypox after a patient tested positive for the family of viruses associated with the rare illness.

AAA on Thursday calculated the average cost of a gallon of regular gas in Florida and the U.S. had risen to $4.398 and $4.418 respectively, marking a new record high in both metrics.

The Florida Highway Patrol is monitoring a wildfire near Interstate 95 and US 17, in Nassau County.

A 31-year-old Lake City man is dead following a bicycle crash in Columbia County.

A white suburban Minneapolis police officer has been found guilty of first-degree and second-degree manslaughter in the death of Daunte Wright, a Black man.

A Jacksonville woman in Tennessee for work caught the rear end of a massive storms system that has left dozens of people dead.

Portugal’s interior minister has resigned after a series of gaffes and missteps that could have made him a political liability for his center-left Socialist Party ahead of elections for a new government on Jan. 30.

State environmental regulators are proposing a $3 million fine for the Hyundai Glovis Co. logistics and shipping firm, the company behind the Golden Ray cargo ship that overturned in the St. Simons Sound two years ago.

Disney said children 5-11 years old can submit a COVID-19 test instead of being vaccinated for any cruises setting sail before Jan. 13, 2022.

One person died after a single-car crash in Clay County on Sunday morning.

Investigators with the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office say they’ve made an arrest after shots were fired early Friday morning at a gas station on US-17.

High pressure will shift to the southeast as a cold front slides into southeast Georgia.  The change brings a flow from the southwest.  Showers, storms are expected to be most active inland before noon then toward the US 301, I-95 and the beaches this afternoon and evening.

Coco Gauff has won in her return to Centre Court at Wimbledon.

German lawmakers have approved a proposal by Chancellor Angela Merkel’s government to mandate uniform restrictions in areas where the coronavirus is spreading too quickly.

The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office has identified the 44-year-old motorcyclist killed in a crash Thursday morning in San Mateo as Corrections Capt. Mark Elam.

Sedan among vehicles in crash Friday morning on I-95 near Airport Road. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – All northbound lanes on I-95 at Max Leggett Parkway are open again after a crash Friday morning with multiple injuries. The heavily traveled interstate was shut down for about three hours after a crash. At least two people were in critical condition at last check and Jacksonville Fire Rescue confirmed multiple vehicles were involved. A crash report is expected later today or tomorrow.