Meat thief arrested after $4,000 theft from Florida grocery stores
FLORIDA — A Jacksonville man has been arrested after authorities in Flagler County say he stole nearly $4,000 worth of premium meat from two Publix grocery stores in Palm Coast. According to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, surveillance video from Jan. 5 showed the suspect, Heannys O. Alvarez Reyna, 30, entering...
Two Men Charged With Murder in Christmas Eve Shooting That Killed Jacksonville Man
JACKSONVILLE, Florida – The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced that two men are now facing murder charges in connection with a fatal Christmas Eve shooting that claimed the life of a 55-year-old man. On Wednesday, December 24, 2025, District 1 patrol officers responded to reports of a shooting on St. Augustine ...
Jacksonville City Council member calls for withholding JTA funding over paratransit changes; ‘Makes no...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A Jacksonville City Council member is pushing for council action to potentially withhold funding from the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) if the agency moves forward with changes to its Connexion Plus program, a door-to-door paratransit service for seniors and residents with...
Jacksonville, FL Weather Alert Now: Freeze Watch and Dangerous Wind Chills Into Sunday Night
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Florida – Palm fronds rustle sharply this morning as cool air settles across northeast Florida, a reminder that winter still has teeth. In Jacksonville, the air feels unusually crisp, with colder changes...
Female sailor pleads to sham wedding with Chinese immigrant for $45K
A U.S. Navy sailor who was offered $45,000 to marry a Chinese immigrant in a sham wedding has pleaded guilty to marriage fraud conspiracy in Jacksonville’s federal court. Jacinth Bailey , 25, could face up to five years in prison for her part in a scam that triggered criminal charges against at least four current or...
Bicyclist killed after collision with SUV on US-1: FHP
A Jacksonville man is dead after a collision with an SUV on US-1 S of Fortune Parkway on Thursday afternoon, says the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).
Convicted Felon Charged with Attempted Murder of Officer Following Jacksonville Shootout
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO) has provided details on an officer-involved shooting on January 11. The JSO posted a Critical Incident Briefing including video footage of the event that took place on West 22nd Street, which saw Samuel Cook, a 35-year-old convicted felon, injured and arrested under charges...
Winning Florida Lottery ticket worth over $110K sold at Jacksonville convenience store
The winner hit all five numbers in Thursday’s Evening Draw.
Doctor Arrested After Allegedly Stealing $2,700 Worth of Goods From Target
A Jacksonville physician was taken into custody after a local store reported thousands of dollars in missing merchandise. Authorities say the case centers on a haul valued at $2,700 and […]
‘You never know’: Woman who claims she dated Jacksonville Navy sailor accused of marriage...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Two local Navy sailors are facing federal charges in a marriage fraud scheme, according to court documents filed recently. One sailor has pleaded guilty, and authorities say the case involves multiple conspirators. A woman, who identified herself only as M, contacted News4JAX after the initial...
