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Alexus reports on a Neptune Beach proposal to introduce school zone safety cameras with an automated speed enforcement system. The new camera systems would issue ticketed fines in the event of speed violations in the safety zones, and it's meeting with mixed responses. The proposal will get a "first read" at a NB Council meeting tonight.

CLEAN DRINKING WATER - Today the White House will announce nearly 6 billion dollars to upgrade America's water infrastructure and provide clean, safe drinking water. The new allocations will go to projects in all 50 states, bringing the total awarded to states for water infrastructure projects to $22 billion. Over two million people in America live without running water, tens of millions more lack...

Alexus reports on a Duval County Public Schools workshop today, to discuss school safety, graduation rates, and more. Action News Jax will follow the meeting and share details discussed.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues as Congressional GOP legislators are pushing to have President Biden take a cognitive/competency test, after statements from the Robert Hur report related to his classified documents possession investigation. Bluster aside, Congress lacks the authority to force an exam. Meanwhile, the White House promoted a microchip production grant, offering a big boost to tech...

Teens Mental Health - A recent CDC report addresses the growing mental health crisis among teens in the US and what can be done to address it. The report found almost 60% of high school girls reported feeling persistently sad or hopeless in 2021, the highest level reported in the last decade. The data also pointed to some progress, including a decrease in the number of high school students who rep...

Alexus reports on a child's death on Allison St. in the Woodstock neighborhood. At this time the cause is undetermined. JSO is investigating.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as a ruling is expected in former President Trump's trial for business fraud in New York. Trump's criminal trial over 2016 "hush money" allegations starts in March. Trump still faces election-related charges in DC and Georgia too; all these court dates will impact Trump's time available for campaigning during the election season.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as President Biden goes to East Palestine, OH today, a year+ after the toxic chemicals spilled in a train derailment there. Biden says he waited until he would be out of the way, and plans to meet with emergency management folks and area residents to discuss how the federal response protocols succeeded and failed. Critics say it's too little, too late, and point...

Logan reports on a tragic westside house fire last night that resulted in an 8-year-old boy's death.

Ben Becker has this week's area restaurant report.

Alexus updates the latest in the trial for the murder of Jared Bridegan. This morning, two of the co-conspirators involved, Bridegan's ex-wife Shanna Gardner and her current husband Mario Fernandez Saldana, are scheduled to appear in court.

KOSA UPDATE - There is growing momentum on Capitol Hill for legislation to protect kids online. With more than 60 senate cosponsors, both Republicans and Democrats, the Kids Online Safety Act now has enough supporters to pass the Senate. This is a major milestone for the legislation which was first introduced in 2022. It comes nearly 2 weeks after parents faced the CEOs of some of the top social m...

Logan reports on a tragic house fire on Jacksonville's westside that took the life of an 8-year-old boy.

In this week's Around Jax segment, Chandler profiles SWEET PEACHES COFFEE in Baymeadows. Visit them on Instagram at @sweetpeachescoffee to learn more!

WOKV recognizes Corrections Officer Ethan Holden in this week's First Responder Friday feature. Congratulations Officer Holden!

Alexus updates the latest in the Jared Bridegan murder trial, as accused conspirators Shanna Gardner and Mario Fernandez-Saldana are scheduled to appear before a judge again today. Today marks the 2-year anniversary of Bridegan's murder.

This week's FLBL segment features BETTER EXTERIOR SOLUTIONS. Visit them online at BETTEREXTERIORS.COM to learn more.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as getting the stamp of approval from eminent world leaders is usually a big boost for political candidates. But for President Joe Biden, who just got a stamp of approval from Russian President Vladimir Putin, it's a different story.

JEA electric crews and teams from other Florida utility providers will meet on February 24 at Metropolitan Park for a friendly skills competition. Families are invited to enjoy the competitive events, skill displays, and to learn about the challenges linemen face during and after severe weather. Visit JEA.COM for more information.

Evelyn Cardenas, Director of the Jacksonville International Auto Show, shares details of this years' event, featured vehicle brands, test drive opportunities, and more. Tickets are available at THEJAXAUTOSHOW.COM or at the door, Friday through Sunday at the Prime Osborn Convention Center.

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu remain at odds over military actions in Gaza.

Lots of fun things going on this weekend! Good times start with the Sip & Stroll downtown this evening, and the reopening of the Friendship Fountain. If the concrete jungle isn't your thing, then a family fun adventure waits for you with the Jacksonville Zoo's "Colors of the Wild" event. At Jacoby Hall, the Jacksonville Symphony presents Rachmaninoff's 2nd Symphony (they will, they will, Rach you!...

DEPRESSION STUDY - A new report by the CDC is raising awareness about depression levels among those who live alone. It comes as the number of adults living alone in the U.S. spiked from almost 5 million to nearly 38 million in nearly a decade, according to the same report. Nicole D'Antonio spoke with the researcher behind the new study and joins us live in Washington with the key takeaways.

Theresa Hartley was last seen in the Ocala National Forest nearly a year ago. Authorities are renewing searches in the hopes of recovering her remains.

Alexus reports that jury selection begins today for the federal trial of Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannamacher, former executives of JEA who stand accused of conspiracy and wire fraud related to the attempted sale of the public utility.