Jacksonville FL

Action News Jax’s Ben Becker has learned that several well-known names are vying to become the next permanent CEO of the Kids Hope Alliance, the city agency responsible for overseeing youth programs and services.

Four men accused of orchestrating the 2024 ambush killing of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio sat before a jury today as the state began piecing together what they say is a cold, calculated murder.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Usually, during daylight saving time, you are allowed to water our lawns twice a week. However, due to little rain and decreasing water levels, we are currently only permitted to water once a week, as the St. Johns River Water Management District has issued a modified Phase II Severe Water Shortage.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Dry conditions are prompting burn bans and water restrictions across several counties in Georgia and North Florida, with officials urging residents to take conservation seriously. Burn bans in effect. Several counties across both states are currently under burn bans due to dry, dangerous conditions. In Georgia,...

Edward Waters University had to make a pivot after its previous hire decided not to move forward. The post HBCU band names new leader following abrupt departure appeared first on HBCU Gameday .

Waves of a smoky haze remind us that wildfires are burning locally. Some wildfires have grown overnight while the Pineland Road fire near Needmore, GA in Chinch County, more than doubled in size, from 7000 to 16000 acres in 24 hours. Update: The latest damage report has fire destroying 54...

Jacksonville’s Morning News’ Kristine Bellino invites Clay County Fire Chief Lorin Mock and Florida Forest Service public information officer Rob Chase to discuss updates and safety precautions as a 41-thousand acre wildfire burns Clay and Putnam counties.

Jacksonville’s food truck scene is bringing the flavor this month, and if you haven’t explored Filipino cuisine yet, this is your sign. With Filipino Food Month in full swing, two local favorites — Sa Mesa and Fatboy Fried Rice — are serving up dishes that are packed with tradition, bold flavors, and a whole lot of personality. From hearty breakfast silog plates to crispy lumpia and...

Southeast Toyota Distributors gave the public a look at its $170 million Blount Island Marine Terminal operation during a ribbon-cutting ceremony April 22. The company began moving into the facility in October 2025 and initiated full operations in November. The 380,000-square-foot campus at 8975 Dave Rawls Blvd. on Jacksonville’s Northside...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — New developments are occurring related to a First Coast News investigation following the deaths of two patients who had dental implant surgery. An administrative hearing for Ponte Vedra dentist Dr. Francesco Sebastiani began Wednesday, April 22, before an administrative law judge. The Florida Department of Health filed an administrative complaint after the 2023 death of Colleen Krause Straw in Jacksonville who died...