Porch pirate caught on camera in Jacksonville

Porch pirates are on the prowl in Jacksonville this holiday season READ

Duval and St. Johns County school employees get mental health crisis training

More than 2,000 school employees in Duval and St. Johns counties have gotten training to help young people struggling with their mental health. READ

Jacksonville Beach nonprofit In the Pink reportedly scammed out of $13,000

A two-time cancer survivor says her Jacksonville Beach nonprofit In the Pink was scammed out of more than $13,000. READ

Holiday Toy Drive: Action News Jax Family Focus collected over 1,148 toys!

Jacksonville Zoo staff saddened by death of giraffe

The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announced the death of one of its most well-known and beloved animals, Duke its 21-year-old giraffe, on Tuesday morning.

First Alert Weather: Freeze WARNING & Frost Advisory tonight

Warming trend begins Wednesday

Salvation Army cold night shelter to open Tuesday night

The Salvation Army in Jacksonville will open its cold night shelter at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday Dec. 11, at 900 W. Adams Street.

St. Johns County parents express concerns over school bus cuts

Parents who have children enrolled in the St. Johns County School District have taken their safety concerns to the state following the district’s decision to make changes to school buses and routes. READ

FSCJ assists Virginia College students with continuing education

After the announcement of Virginia College's closure, Florida State College at Jacksonville is now making it easier for those students to continue their education with FSCJ.

Nickelodeon superstar JoJo Siwa to bring D.R.E.A.M tour to St. Augustine

Nickelodeon superstar and YouTube personality JoJo Siwa is bringing her D.R.E.A.M tour to the area in 2019.

Bundle up! Coldest morning of the week is Wednesday

On Wednesday morning, the Jacksonville area will experience it's coldest morning of the week.

Boy saves allowance to give gift cards to Flagler County deputies in fallen father's honor

An 11-year-old boy surprised Flagler County Sheriff's Office deputies with gift cards he bought with his own allowance Friday at the annual "Christmas with a Deputy" event. 

One year later, still no arrests or answers in Jacksonville triple murder

This week marks one year since a young Jacksonville couple and their baby were murdered in their home on India Avenue.  Still, no arrests have been made. Story.

Woman facing charges in deadly DUI crash bonds out of St. Johns County jail

The driver facing DUI charges in the deadly crash, killing JSO bailiff Cathy Adams and hospitalizing JSO police Officer William Adams, is out of jail tonight. STORY | VIDEO

JFRD dispatcher accused of pointing gun at officer resigns

Police conducted a wellness check on Perry. According to the report, Perry then walked out of his home with a rifle in his hands and wearing a bulletproof vest. STORY | VIDEO

St. Johns County School District will double its armed youth resource officers next month

St. Johns County School District will double its number of youth resource officers patrolling campuses next month, bringing the total number of youth resource officers in the county to 39. Story | Video

Baby recovering after being dragged by dog in Nassau County

A baby who was dragged by a dog is recovering at the hospital. Nassau County deputies said the dog's leash somehow became wrapped around the baby. A 17-year-old was arrested for aggravated child abuse.

New youth center hopes to curb homeless youth population

The nonprofit organization Jasmyn broke ground on the new Youth Safety Net Resource Center Monday morning in Downtown Jacksonville. It is expected to serve hundreds of homeless youth in Duval County. 

JSO arrests 20-year veteran accused of lying about working off-duty job for monetary gains

A 20-year veteran with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office was arrested Monday. 

Rescued manatee being treated at Jacksonville Zoo

#BroadcastGood: Action News Jax, local broadcasters showcase community impact

Action News Jax and local broadcasters around the country are sharing how they #BroadcastGood on Tuesday. 

Bond set for woman facing DUI charges in St. Johns crash that killed JSO bailiff

A bond was set for Kim Johnston who is charged with two counts of DUI in St. Johns County crash on I-95. Story.

Here's how you can donate to family of JSO bailiff killed in I-95 crash

If you wish to donate to the Adams family, the family troopers said were hit by a suspected drunk driver, the Fraternal Order of Police have created options.

Home destroyed following early morning fire, Nassau authorities say

Jacksonville firefighters were called out to assist in an early morning fire in a rural area of  Nassau County Monday.

Jacksonville teen possibly followed leaving local YMCA found safe, police say

Tylia Asante Hayes, a Jacksonville, Florida teenager has been reported missing after she said she was possibly being followed while leaving a YMCA in Riverside, police said. Story.

JSO bailiff hit by DUI driver has died, per Jacksonville Sheriff's Office

Cathy Adams, a Jacksonville Sheriff's Office bailiff died from injuries she suffered in a crash early Sunday morning in St. Johns County. Her husband and a JSO officer William "Jack" Adams is in critical condition. Story. 

JSO employee, children hurt, wife killed by suspected drunk driver early Sunday

Cathy Adams, a Jacksonville Sheriff's Office bailiff died from injuries she suffered in a crash early Sunday morning in St. Johns County. Her husband and a JSO officer William "Jack" Adams is in critical condition. Story. 

Atlantic Boulevard reopen after SUV hits power pole

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New lower speed limit on Mayport Road in Jacksonville

Newly reduced speed limit signs are now in place on a portion of Mayport Road.

St. Johns County deputies looking for Circle K armed robber

The St. John County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man they say robbed a Circle K gas station along 465 State Road 16.

Duval woman shot inside home off Commonwealth Avenue

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that occurred inside a home in the 2500 block of Commonwealth Avenue.

Lake City man confesses to murder of woman killed in a Columbia County motel

The Columbia County Sheriff's Office has arrested a suspect in the murder of a woman found dead inside a Columbia County motel room.

Mandarin High School wins 8A State Championship

Jacksonville's Mandarin High school defeated Miami's Christopher Columbus High school making them the 8A state champions. 

Missing person in St. Augustine

Robin Shields from St. Augustine has been reported missing, according to the St. Augustine Police Department.

Jacksonville's MAD DADS demanding answers in death of man killed in front of children

The person responsible for shooting and killing 20-year-old Lamonte Dabney remains on the streets nearly two weeks after the incident.