TELL US: Parents, what smartphone rules have you established for your kids, teenagers?
2023-09-26
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It is no secret that smartphones have changed people’s lives. While there are many opinions regarding smartphone usage among kids and teenagers, it seems like young people’s smartphone use is here to stay. A recent report by Common Sense revealed that young people use their smartphones for an average ofContinue Reading
Columbia County extends deadline for Hurricane Idalia debris pick up
2023-09-26
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Columbia County residents have until Sunday to put their storm debris from Hurricane Idalia to the curb. The county extended the deadline for its first pass of debris pick up, but said that Sunday will be the final pick-up pass for organic storm debris. All residents need to have theirContinue Reading
Mallory Mancuso wins tickets to see Dustin Lynch in concert!
2023-09-26
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With more than 600 entries, Mallory Mancuso emerged as the winner of the News4JAX Insider Dustin Lynch Sweepstakes, securing four tickets to see Dustin Lynch perform at Daily’s Place Amphitheater on October 3rd. The exciting news was delivered to Mallory Tuesday morning via a surprise e-mail. With joy, she exclaimed,Continue Reading
Fire destroys Atlantic Beach & Tennis Club in St. Augustine
2023-09-26
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Flames could be seen shooting through the roof of the clubhouse at St. Augustine’s Atlantic Beach & Tennis Club early Tuesday morning. Part of the tennis complex on Ocean Trace Road off A1A South was destroyed in the fire. St. Johns County Fire Rescue personnel could be seen using aContinue Reading
6 injured in shootout at Northwest Jacksonville apartment complex
2023-09-26
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Six people between their late teens to mid-30s were injured Monday night when “at least two different shooters” fired at each other at a Northwest Jacksonville apartment complex, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Five of the wounded were taken to a local hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening. PoliceContinue Reading
Your WET Tuesday Forecast- Pack the Poncho in your bags!
2023-09-26
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If you missed out on the rain yesterday, there is a good chance you get more rounds through the week- starting today. We’re transitioning from a very dry weekend to a very wet pattern in the week ahead. We say goodbye to the 60s this morning with low to mid-70sContinue Reading
Jacksonville on track to hit over 100 murders this year coming off a deadly shooting-filled weekend
2023-09-26
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Gun violence continues to claim lives in the River City. With nearly three months remaining in the year, Jacksonville is on pace to see the murder count climb above 100 people. Just over the weekend, four people lost their lives to senseless gun violence, including a 3-year-old child. Prior toContinue Reading
Ex-JSO officer facing at least 10 years in prison after admitting to trying to lure teen online for sex
2023-09-25
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A former Jacksonville Sheriff’s Officer who pleaded guilty to sending nude images and videos to a teenager will face sentencing on Tuesday. Alejandro Carmona-Fonseca, 48, pleaded guilty in December to attempted online enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity. An arrest warrant revealed that a teenage boy toldContinue Reading
Jacksonville mayor says she’s made a ‘great partnership’ while meeting with 50 companies in London
2023-09-25
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Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan met with 50 companies in London over 5 days in an effort to form what she called a “great partnership” that could produce more jobs in Jacksonville. In a post on X, Deegan shared that she had a trade briefing meeting, discussed business opportunities, explored healthcareContinue Reading