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Newly released body-worn camera footage shows the moment federal agents arrested a Jacksonville Beach woman accused of killing her husband in a murder-for-hire plot that’s garnered international attention. News4JAX obtained West Richland Police Department body camera video showing Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) agents serving an arrestContinue Reading

Can Gov. Ron DeSantis continue to run the state of Florida effectively while campaigning for president? It’s a question News4JAX Insiders and viewers are asking. They also are wondering how much money DeSantis’ presidential campaign is costing taxpayers. Several voters want to know where the governor is and when willContinue Reading

A wind mitigation inspection could save you up to 50% on your home insurance. If your home was built after 2002, you probably qualify for a discount. That’s when Florida building code was changed post Hurricane Andrew. This statewide code mandated that new construction be able to withstand hurricane-force windsContinue Reading

A man died early Thursday morning when he was hit by a semi after getting out of his disabled car on I-10 westbound in Baker County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers said the man, whose age and hometown were not released, was involved in a crash that leftContinue Reading

The National Insurance Crime Bureau recently released its report regarding which vehicles have the highest theft rates nationwide, according to News4JAX sister station WKMG Click Orlando. The report shows that vehicle theft rates have soared since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, though more than 85% of passenger cars stolen in 2022Continue Reading

After an assembly last week at Bunnell Elementary School sparked controversy and prompted an investigation by Flagler County officials, Interim Superintendent LaShakia Moore is set to speak on the issue at an 11:30 a.m. news conference Thursday. WATCH: Pres play above to watch the news conference live Flagler County SchoolContinue Reading

I’m new to the Jacksonville area, and I’ve gotten TONS of suggestions on places to check out all around town — from the St. Augustine Alligator Park to surfing on the beaches. I’m up for any and all adventures to get to know you all better. But what’s the funContinue Reading

If analysts had to characterize the first GOP presidential primary debate, it’s safe to say the candidates struggled to stand out, but things did get spirited at times and they did take shots at each other in Milwaukee. Ron DeSantis was at the center of the debate stage, but politicalContinue Reading

Hey friends! Happy Friday EVE! I am tracking the Tropics with Tropical Storm Franklin, and 2 more potential disturbances that have chances of development in the coming days. Temperature wise, our high today is 92 degrees, with heat index temperatures in the double digits for most of you, but tripleContinue Reading