Jacksonville woman hit by car on US Highway 1 dies
The woman was walking within the intersection of Highway 1 and Fairfax Street when she was hit by the Volkswagen driven by a 25-year-old Jacksonville man.
The Pondry preparing second floor office space for smaller tenants
The city is reviewing a permit application for an estimated almost $680,000 renovation on a floor of space at The Pondry for speculative office suites. Dav-Lin Interior Contractors of Jacksonville is the contractor for renovating almost 11,000 square feet of space on the 18,683-square-foot second floor of the...
Jacksonville leaders hold heated discussion about alleged illegal gun registry investigation
Jacksonville City Council members on Monday gathered to discuss what’s being called an illegal gun registry. Action News Jax first broke the story Thursday, after Councilman Nick Howland claimed the city was documenting any visitors carrying concealed weapons into two city buildings. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE...
City confirms firearm registry, hires outside counsel
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – New developments are emerging Monday regarding a now-confirmed firearm registry maintained within the Jacksonville city government. Members of the City Council Rules Committee met earlier this afternoon to discuss the controversial discovery. Last week, News4JAX confirmed that the original...
Westside gymnastics gym still ‘building champions’ despite facility challenges after fire
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – After a massive fire ravaged a Westside gymnastics facility over two years ago, Gymnastics Unlimited still found ways to train and conquer new milestones. The gymnastics gym on Lenox Avenue served children for more than 35 years before an overnight fire destroyed it in April 2023.
St. Johns River Ferry temporarily out of service after hitting ramp: JTA
JTA says the ferry struck the boarding ramp while leaving Mayport Landing. Service will resume once repairs are complete.
Middleburg man prepares to sue deputies over alleged missing cash
"When he got to the jail, the amount that they deposited, by the actual jail records, they only gave the jailer $2,900,” said Daniel Faherty, Davis Jr.’s attorney. Faherty said his client had $6,900 on him that night.
11 Dead-Giveaway Signs of True Jacksonville Natives
If you’ve ever met someone from Jacksonville, there’s a good chance you’ll know based on their knowledge and passion for some oh-so-Jax things. And if you’re from Jacksonville, you’ll have to tell us if you agree. Here are 11 ways to spot a true Jaxson.
Fleming High student hit by car while walking in Clay County in critical, but...
FLEMING ISLAND, Fla. – Almost a week after a Fleming Island High School student was critically injured after being hit by a car, her family tells News4JAX that she is in critical, but stable condition. Based on updates posted online, along with family members’ comments, Sadie Haynes is at...
City passes ban on smoking and vaping on Jacksonville Beach
After public comment citing the potential health risks of secondhand vape, the city took its ban beyond just cigarettes.
