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Here are live updates from Action News Jax as we follow Hurricane Milton, providing timely and critical information as it comes in. Bookmark this link and refresh often.

Jacksonville, FL – According to the police officials, the 29-year-old man, later identified as Cristopher, was arrested and is now facing a slew of charges, including domestic vioIence, assauIt, battery, burgIary and kldnapping after he entered woman’s apartment, whom he had 2 week relationship, only for the man to start beating the woman because he thought she was unfaithfuI. The incident occurred several months ago and the 29-year-old man was formally charged this week, court records say.

A Six Block street gang member faces federal prison for armed drug trafficking in Florida. United States Attorney Roger Handberg announces that 26-year-old Al’Donta Easterling, of Jacksonville, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute 100 kilograms or more of marijuana, and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan is giving an update on the response to Hurricane Milton at 6:05 p.m.

The case against the five people suspected of being involved in Foolio's murder is in full swing after four of the suspects were apprehended in Jacksonville, Fla. back in July. However, there is one missing piece to the puzzle: suspect Davion Murphy, who is still on the run. Where Is...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan and other city officials held a news conference Wednesday evening as the state prepares for the impact of Hurricane Milton. Deegan shared what she called “better news” when it comes to projected rainfall totals. “[We are] expecting rainfall of 1...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Sometimes the best way to fight water is with water. That's the concept behind inflatable devices called Tiger Dams, the big orange tube-shaped barriers designed to block rising water. Tiger Dams have spread as a tool for emergency storm responses this hurricane season in coastal areas of Florida including Jacksonville.

Hurricane Milton made landfall as a dangerous Category 3 storm at just about a quarter to 9 p.m. Wednesday near Siesta Key, off the coast of Sarasota. The hurricane watch for Duval County has been dropped, but we’ll begin to see tropical storm force winds this evening, with occasional gusts up to 70 mph along the Atlantic coast and Intracoastal Waterway, Mayor Donna Deegan said Wednesday.

ALMA, Ga. — All over Florida and Georgia, homeowners are still picking up debris and recovering from Hurricane Helene. "It’s been an experience you’ve seen people out in their yards crying. It’s devastation," said George Smiley, Owner of Smiley Land & Tree. Just days after Hurricane...

As Jacksonville braces for harsh tropical weather conditions, residents must take note of significant changes to city services between October 9 and October 11. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced a series of closures that will impact the community’s access to various facilities, including the Police Memorial Building and all district substations. These precautionary measures are in response to the city's broader emergency management strategy aimed at ensuring public safety during the inclement weather.

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla – As hurricanes approach, the dangers they bring — strong winds, heavy rains, and storm surges — pose significant threats to outdoor spaces, including your pool. Taking the right precautions can help minimize risks and protect your family, your pool, and your home. Here are...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – There are some simple steps you should take to protect your car during Hurricane Milton, especially if you live in an area expecting to get hit with high winds or that is prone to flooding. Adrian Gibbs with the Nimnicht Family of Dealerships joined us on...

Andre St. Phard has been diagnosed with dementia and was reported missing by his family at about 9:40 p.m. Monday.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — As Milton approaches, here are the updates we are aware of for trash collection. We will update as more updates are released. Officials say garbage and yard waste collections will be picked up on Wednesday until it is unsafe to do so and will services will resume on Thursday or Friday as conditions allow.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A man has been charged in the March murder of 28-year-old Devin Pearson, police said Wednesday. Nigel Sabb, 28, was charged with Pearson's murder from March on McGirts Village Lane. Sabb was arrested in Lake County on an unrelated offense prior to being charged with the murder.

County officials posted a reminder on their Facebook page, telling people to put debris along right-of-ways, and work crews will remove it as soon as possible.

NASSAU COUNTY, Fla. – Based on the forecasted impacts of Hurricane Milton, Nassau County Emergency Management announced Wednesday that it STRONGLY ENCOURAGES certain residents to shelter at a safe location. Officials said they were not giving an evacuation order, but the following residents should consider going to a designated...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — As Hurricane Milton nears Florida, the city of Jacksonville opened several garages Wednesday morning for car owners seeking higher ground for their vehicles. Five downtown garages opened Wednesday ahead of the storm:. Water Street (541 Water Street) Ed Ball Building (238 W. Monroe Street) Yates Building...

Down-state evacuees fleeing Hurricane Milton are not only filling up hotels rooms in Jacksonville. They're also finding shelter at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center for hundreds of horses and even a few goats and miniature Highland cows. The equestrian center opens its stable doors during storms on a regular basis, but the number of...