Get a behind-the-scenes look at how JFRD works to keep you safe in an emergency

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department is showing you how first responders keep you safe in an emergency. The Jax Ready Fest kicks off Saturday at the Prime…

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Civil engineer assures Jacksonville has safe bridges after Baltimore collapse

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – After many people woke up to news about the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsing after a cargo ship crashed into it, people wanted to know…

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Red Bay Apartments says water is now safe for residents

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Apartment complex at the center of a News4JAX I-TEAM investigation into potential sewage washing up in tenants’ water supply has conducted water sampling of its…

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Tire shop employees keep missing Channelview teen safe

Mauricio Reyes said he ran away from home after he broke a window on his dad’s work van. He spent weeks living under a bridge. HOUSTON — On a busy…

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Oaxaca Club keeps people safe during Jacksonville Beach shooting

Oaxaca Club received multiple emails Monday from patrons thanking them for providing refuge while police investigated multiple shootings. JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. — The police perimeter for Sunday’s shootings in Jacksonville…

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“I don’t feel safe,” Witnesses describe chaos of Fla. shootings

“Chaos, it was definitely chaos,” said Michael Sandoval who was on the beach Sunday and said he heard gunshots from the first of three shootings in 40 minutes. JACKSONVILLE BEACH,…

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Safe sleeping tips after 10-week-old dies from co-sleeping

Experts say parents should remember the ABCs when it comes to safe sleeping; infants should be Alone, on their Back, and in a Crib. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — First Coast News…

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Jacksonville running group provides safe space for women in wake of Georgia nursing student’s death

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A Jacksonville group is providing a safe space for women who like to take a stroll outdoors in the wake of the death of a Georgia nursing…

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Missing 14-year-old Jacksonville boy found safe

Found safe N4J graphic 2 (WJXT) JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A Florida Missing Child Alert was issued for a missing 14-year-old boy in Jacksonville on Friday afternoon. A short time later,…

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If you plan on traveling or cruising soon, here’s what you need to know to stay safe

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – If you’re planning a vacation to the Bahamas or any country outside the United States that is currently under a heightened travel advisory, there are a few…

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