Jacksonville Scrambles to Fix Gas-Tax Spending as Pedestrian Deaths Mount

Jacksonville's proposed FY 2024/25 budget paperwork says the city met—on paper—the ordinance requiring a share of local gas-tax revenue to fund bicycle and pedestrian safety. That accounting does not resolve a dispute over whether the funded work has delivered dedicated safety infrastructure: city officials say they are identifying specific projects for next year's capital improvement plan after an advocate questioned how the money was used.

Donalds, Jolly get a little help from their political peers on Wednesday

FLORIDA — Republican Byron Donalds traveled Wednesday to Florida’s Gulf Coast as part of his final campaign push ahead of Election Day, while Democrat David Jolly went to Jacksonville and Gainesville. Donalds visited Hernando County with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a fellow Republican. The appearance was the first...

Hey Vets! Get a free burger at Ford’s Garage on November 11

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — This Veterans Day, Ford’s Garage is honoring the brave men and women who have served our country with a free burger or up to $16 off an entree. On Wednesday, November 11, U.S. military veterans and active-duty service members are invited to enjoy a complimentary American Standard Burger entree or up to $16 off any other entree.

Jacksonville Beach schedules holiday office closures and waste delays

Jacksonville Beach municipal offices will close on select dates in November for Veterans Day and Thanksgiving, prompting schedule adjustments for local waste collection.

Silverleaf's New Fire Station and Sheriff's Hub Break Ground in St. Johns County

A groundbreaking for a shared fire station and sheriff's operations center in Silverleaf was held in March 2026. The roughly 20,000-square-foot facility at 7885 Saint Johns Parkway is designed to house both St. Johns County Fire Rescue and criminal investigators from the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office under one roof.

Uniting local readers, an independent bookstore, and a Ponte Vedra resident

As we wind down this semiquincentennial year, Brian Kilmeade returns to the literary world with a new book. Jacksonville bookstore San Marco Books and More has been designated as the official bookseller for a highly anticipated, private event in Ponte Vedra Beach. The exclusive gathering features the FOX News broadcaster...

Jacksonville-area events to check out Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2026

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Halloween events, live music and family festivals are on the calendar around Jacksonville this weekend. Here’s a day-by-day look at what’s happening. Friday, Oct. 30. BOOOval Trunk or Treat — 5-8:30 p.m. in Lot Z at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena. Details. Not-So-Spooky Haunts...

4 Our Veterans – The Superior Fence Giveaway

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Know a local hero who could use a brand-new fence? — Maybe it’s you!. News4JAX is partnering with Superior Fence & Rail to award one local veteran a new fence and installation valued at up to $10,000. If you—or a local veteran you know—could...

St. Johns County plans ahead of Amendment 3 vote

On Tuesday, Oct. 27, the link hosted an Amendment 3 Town Hall. County Administrator Joy Andrews was in attendance as well as several other members of the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners. The purpose of the meeting was to inform the community about how Amendment 3 could impact...

Florida-Georgia traded the Cocktail Party for a name only a boardroom could love

Florida-Georgia’s new corporate name misses everything that makes the rivalry special

How Brown’s Dump and decades of redlining shaped Jacksonville’s Moncrief neighborhood

A boarded-up elementary school, a history of toxic contamination, and decades of neighborhood disinvestment have left their mark on Jacksonville’s Moncrief community.

North Shore couple cleans up after tidal flooding damages home

A couple in Jacksonville’s North Shore neighborhood is cleaning up after tidal flooding damaged part of their home following days of nor’easter conditions and gusty winds.

Clay County cut may result in a library fee

Baldwin Middle-Senior High student arrested after reported social media threats, DCPS says

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Duval County Public Schools said a Baldwin Middle-Senior High student was arrested Monday after they made threatening comments on social media. The district said an arrest isn’t an outcome it wants for any student. “The safety of our students and staff remains one of our...

Allison DeFoor, North Florida Land Trust leader and storied public servant, has passed

DeFoor, a seventh-generation Floridian, devoted his life to public service, conservation and ministry. He died Tuesday following a brief illness, the North Florida Land Trust announced.

Jacksonville leaders call for more oversight after third public agency CEO departure in four months

Jacksonville leaders are raising questions about oversight after the Jacksonville Housing Authority fired CEO Cheron Corbett Waller, marking the third leadership shakeup at a major public service agency in four month

Willowbranch Playground Reopens in Riverside Just in Time for Fall

Kids in Jacksonville's Riverside neighborhood have a freshly reopened playground to climb on this fall, with city parks officials announcing that the play area at Willowbranch Park is ready for use. The announcement, timed to the season, gives families along Willowbranch Creek a reason to head back to the park grounds at 2870 Sydney Street.

St. Johns County leaders host 'King Tide Tour' at flooded park in Butler Beach

A trip to Frank Butler Park West required rain boots Wednesday after the King Tide flooded the parking lot and pushed water into the park. As the park flooded, St. Johns County leaders used it as an opportunity to show community members some data that says, while this may be a unique high tide right now, it may not be in a few years.