Schools in Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida are closing or adjusting schedules due to an approaching winter storm with potential icy conditions.

The National Weather Service in Jacksonville, FL, issued a Freeze Warning and Cold Weather Advisory due to sub-freezing temperatures and wind chills as low as 18 degrees, warning of possible hypothermia or frostbite.

Students in Union County were dismissed early due to a water main break, impacting local businesses and residents; repairs and a boil water notice followed.

Melissa Rae Harper was arrested for the aggravated manslaughter of her 2-year-old son after an autopsy revealed the child's death was caused by drug intoxication.

A 19-year-old motorcyclist was critically injured in a hit-and-run collision with a pickup truck in Clay County. The driver fled but was later arrested.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office and partners dismantled a major drug ring, seizing fentanyl, cocaine, firearms, and making arrests linked to the Gulf Cartel.

The St. Johns County school enrollment for 2024-2025 is conducted through Controlled Open Enrollment, with applications and details available on the SJCSD website, including lottery-based selection and special provisions for certain groups.

St. Johns County School District is conducting surveys to gather feedback on federally funded programs, seeking to improve education based on community input.

Jacksonville, FL, weather includes overcast skies, a 40% chance of morning showers, and a high of 61°F. Winds may gust up to 16 mph. The weekend forecast indicates showers and possible thunderstorms.

A Nassau County Correction Deputy was fired and charged with child abuse involving a 4-year-old autistic child after hospital staff reported injuries.

The weather forecast for Jacksonville, FL includes mostly cloudy skies, cool temperatures, and chances of showers and thunderstorms over the next few days.

An 8-year-old boy in Volusia County was killed by two dogs, which are now quarantined; a sheriff's briefing is pending.

The St. Johns County School Board will hold a public meeting on January 14 at 4:00 p.m. in the auditorium on Orange Street, also accessible via Webex with dial-in options available.