Jacksonville News (Page 418)

Tuesday, July 25, is World Drowning Prevention Day. The day highlights the long-term effects drowning has on families and serves as a reminder to stay safe in the water this summer. Did you know a person can drown in less than 60 seconds? News4JAX spoke with the owner of SwimmingContinue Reading

Jacksonville’s City council will meet Tuesday for the first time under the city’s newly elected mayor. Mayor Donna Deegan presented her $1.7 billion budget to the Jacksonville City Council earlier this month. One of the first items introduced will involve creating a new public safety position — Council Security Officer.Continue Reading

Afternoon storms develop with highs in the low 90s. The westerly steering flow builds showers back to the coast into the early evening. The rain chance is 40% with less coverage north of the state line. Tomorrow begins a pattern change to easterly flow pushing rain from the coast inlandContinue Reading

A UK study found that people with conditions such as arthritis are more likely to experience pain on days with higher humidity, stronger winds and lower barometric pressure. “As pressure decreases, our tissues – like muscles, ligaments, soft tissue and connective tissue – expand,” explained Andrew Bang, DC, a chiropractorContinue Reading

A driver with a suspended license was arrested Friday after a traffic stop led to the discovery of stolen property, drugs and guns. The Glynn County Police Department said an officer pulled over a vehicle for a traffic stop near New Jessup Highway and Interstate 95. During the stop, policeContinue Reading

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a man found dead Monday inside an apartment on Pullen Road. Police said it’s unclear how the man died, but listed his death as suspicious. He was found just before 5 p.m. The medical examiner will determine the cause of death.Continue Reading

For 10 months, Ariya Renee Paige brought joy and happiness to her family, but the jubilation of having her around turned to sadness and frustration after her tragic death. Several days after Ariya died from being left in a hot vehicle, her grandparents spoke on behalf of her parents andContinue Reading

The mother of a teen shot and killed in a drive-by after leaving football tryouts wants to give back to the community by hosting a flag football tournament. Chantel Brown said the event would not only honor Prince Holland but it would also help others in need. Holland was killedContinue Reading

A Camden County corrections officer has been arrested and accused of aggravated assault against an inmate, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The GBI said it charged Camden County Sergeant Corrections Officer Joshua Beauchamp, 37, was also charged with giving false statements and violation of oath of public office.Continue Reading