Francine Frazier
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‘Talented, electric’ 24-year-old journalist ‘had a future,’ media colleagues say after deadly attack that also killed 9-year-old
Journalist Dylan Lyons was one of five people shot Wednesday in the attack that also killed a 9-year-old girl and left her mother and a photojournalist critically injured. → Read More
SpaceX/NASA Crew-6 astronauts arrive at Kennedy Space Center for Sunday launch
Launch of the SpaceX Crew-6 mission is targeted for 2:07 a.m. Sunday from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. → Read More
Prepare to fly high as ‘World’s Largest Bounce House’ returns to Jacksonville this weekend
The Guinness-certified “World’s Largest Bounce House” inflated Friday and will stay pumped through Sunday. → Read More
Ready to roll the dice, pass Go and corner the market? Jacksonville to host Monopoly tournament in May
An Official Hasbro Recognized Monopoly tournament will be held in May at the Legends Center in Jacksonville. → Read More
Sheriff: Man who robbed 10 convenience stores in 3 days captured in Operation Déjà Vu
Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters gave an update Wednesday afternoon on developments in an ongoing robbery investigation. → Read More
Undersheriff set to retire in March, setting off series of new JSO staff appointments
Undersheriff Nick Burgos is set to retire in March after 26 years of service with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, and Sheriff T.K. Waters has announced his replacement and a series of other appointments resulting from the change. → Read More
‘Perseverance, grit’: 1st woman to compete on ‘Last Blade Standing’ ready to strike
This season there will be 64 competitors in "Last Blade Standing," a contest -- inspired by the hit TV show "Forged In Fire" -- to see who can make the strongest and finest sword. → Read More
Hundreds up to ‘Challenge’ to support Wolfson Children’s Hospital
Parents whose children have ended up needing care at Wolfson Children's Hospital for one reason or another all said events like Saturday’s 14th annual "Challenge" race mean the world to them. → Read More
‘I always kept the faith’: Jags fans rally outside stadium as players head to airport for trip to KC
Fans gathered along barriers Friday at TIAA Bank Field as Jaguars players left team meetings and a closed practice to head to the airport for their flight to Kansas City for Saturday’s AFC divisional round matchup. → Read More
What you need to know about trash collection for New Year’s
News4Jax compiled a county-by-county breakdown of how trash service is affected by holidays. → Read More
White squirrels, Casanova Killer, sago palm dangers: The digital features that fascinated you in 2022
From white squirrels and poisoned puppies to a Jacksonville serial killer and local entrepreneurs, our News4JAX.com team worked hard this year to showcase a variety of special content for our online audience. → Read More
Let’s talk trash: What you need to know for the holidays
News4Jax compiled a county-by-county breakdown of how trash service is affected by holidays. → Read More
‘I feel blessed’: Hundreds in need receive cold-weather gear through local clothing drive
Volunteers gave away thousands of sweaters, jackets, blankets, long-sleeved shirts, even socks and shoes, on Wednesday to keep people warm during the winter at the annual Mister Rogers Neighborhood Sweater Drive. → Read More
In wake of more record early voting, Georgia prepares to wrap U.S. Senate runoff
Georgia voters continued strong turnout during each day of Early Voting last week. As of Saturday morning, 1,712,651 voters cast ballots during Early Voting. → Read More
How will the Thanksgiving holiday affect trash pickup in your area?
News4Jax compiled a county-by-county breakdown of how trash service is affected by holidays. → Read More
Pro surfers drop in on Jacksonville Beach in wake of Nicole for Super Girl competition
The Super Girl Surf Pro competition at Jacksonville Beach went strong Saturday, despite some wondering if Hurricane Nicole would affect the contest schedule. → Read More
Blue Angels return to NAS Jacksonville: What to know if you go
We’ve got everything you need to know before you head to Naval Air Station Jacksonville for the big air show. → Read More
How to file an insurance claim after Ian & advice from the experts at AAA
The damage caused by Hurricane Ian is highlighting another crisis: homeowners insurance. As people file claims after Hurricane Ian, experts with Moody Analytics warn it could push some insurance companies into insolvency, making it harder for people to collect. → Read More
Latest closures for parks, beaches, government offices, more as Hurricane Ian looms
We're continuing to update this list of closures as we learn more from our local counties. → Read More
USS Orleck ready to welcome guests aboard next week
The centerpiece of Jacksonville's Naval Museum opens to the public next week. The USS Orleck will officially welcome guests on board starting Wednesday. → Read More