Florida FOP ‘excited’ about bill that would protect first responders, Jacksonville activist group disagrees
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Florida Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) is waiting to see if a bill is signed that it believes would offer more protection to first responders, while…
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DeSantis signs bill to protect children from hot car deaths
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Governor Ron DeSantis signed seven bills Friday, including one that declares April as “Hot Car Death Prevention Month.” The bill is named after 10-month-old Ariya Paige from…
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Florida House passes bill prohibiting balloon releases to protect wildlife and environment
FLORIDA – The Florida House passed a bill that prohibits the intentional release and organization of a release of balloons, citing its danger to wildlife and the environment. The bill…
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Worried about construction fraud? Here are some ways you can protect yourself
NASSAU COUNTY, Fla. – Construction fraud is becoming alarmingly common in the greater Jacksonville area. Dozens of people have come forward to the News4JAX I-TEAM in the last few weeks…
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The easy way to protect your property from fraud and scammers
CLAY COUNTY, Fla. – The News4JAX I-TEAM told you about a local man whose property was sold without him even knowing it. Middleburg land owner John Roney told us that…
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What measures do you take to protect your personal information?
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Pharmacies across the country reported difficulties with getting prescriptions following a cyber security issue with the health insurance company UnitedHealth. According to a report on the Securities…
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Only one more signature needed before bill to protect children from hot car deaths is made official
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A Florida bill fighting to save children from hot car deaths is one signature away from becoming law. Senate Bill 554, also called Ariya’s Act, would designate…
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How to protect your pets during cold Winter weather
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – When we talk about preparing for the cold, you hear the Weather Authority team talk about protecting the P’s: people, pipes, plants, and pets. Epic Outreach, an…
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How can I protect plants and crops in freezing temperatures?
Produce at Eartha’s Farm & Market is grown to tackle food insecurities on Jacksonville’s Northside, but with freezing temperatures, protecting the crops are pivotal. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Freezing temperatures can…
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Bundle up! How to protect plants and property as Jacksonville area gets freezing temps overnight
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – People in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia are expected to see the coldest temperatures of the season overnight Tuesday and Wednesday, with temperatures in some areas forecasted…
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