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‘Corporate invasion’: Firms flock to Florida, buy up apartments because of weak tenant-protection laws, study finds

Former Douglas Anderson teacher sentenced to 10 years for crimes against 16-year-old student

New law now allows JSO to intervene in squatter situations. But only under certain conditions

Douglas Anderson teacher guilty of offenses against student asks for minimum sentence, says he helped dozens of pupils

The sentence for disgraced former Douglas Anderson School of the Arts music teacher Jeffrey Clayton could be handed down Friday.

Cracking the code on negotiating with a cyber extortionist

From Social Security numbers to banking information, both private and public entities are being targeted and are receiving the same message: “We have your personal data. Pay up, or you’ll face the consequences.”

I-TEAM: Skimmer technology is evolving. We’re showing you how to outsmart it

Card skimming has evolved. You’re not only at risk at the gas station anymore. Card skimmers were found locally at grocery stores, ATMS, marinas, and convenience stores.

Woman accused of squatting in Jacksonville home last year now faces criminal charges

A woman accused of squatting in a Jacksonville home more than a year ago is now facing criminal charges.

I-TEAM: Local outdoor kitchen company is under investigation

Customers are contacting the News4JAX I-TEAM with concerns about a local outdoor kitchen company. The Office of Attorney General has confirmed it’s received 19 complaints involving Premier Outdoor USA. We also learned there’s an active consumer protection investigation.

Jacksonville roofing company owner says customers ‘will be made whole’ after being hit with liens from unpaid suppliers

A Jacksonville roofing company is going out of business and customers are getting hit with liens from the suppliers who’ve gone unpaid.

Owner of St. Marys heating and air company accused of owing thousands after abandoning jobs says he’ll refund customers

A St. Marys heating and air company is being accused of abandoning jobs that they’ve been paid for.

Customers say St. Marys heating and air company owes them thousands after leaving jobs unfinished

A St. Marys heating and air company is being accused of abandoning jobs that they’ve been paid for.

When can consumers sue if personal data is released in a cyberattack? A Jacksonville lawyer explains

Following a ransomware attack at Beaches Energy in Jacksonville Beach, the News4JAX I-TEAM looked into consumers’ rights when personal data is stolen from a trusted entity and what state law requires companies to do after a breach.

Man left at Jacksonville bus stop with broken leg doing ‘much better’ as he recovers

he News4JAX I-TEAM has learned a man is recovering after being left at a Jacksonville bus stop for at least six days as his friends and local community gather to help him.

Man left at Jacksonville bus stop with broken leg doing ‘much better’ as he recovers

The News4JAX I-TEAM has learned a man is recovering after being left at a Jacksonville bus stop for at least six days as his friends and local community gather to help him.

Community steps up for local special needs family after I-TEAM investigates contractor complaints

In a wheelchair, unable to walk or speak, the family of a local teen with disabilities was hoping to build him a backyard oasis around a pool as part of his therapy. Ten months after paying for the unfinished job, the community helped make their dreams come true.

Community steps up for local special needs family after I-TEAM investigates contractor complaints

In a wheelchair, unable to walk or speak, the family of a local teen with disabilities was hoping to build him a backyard oasis around a pool as part of his therapy. Ten months after paying for the unfinished job, the community helped make their dreams come true.

A mother wanted to build her child with disabilities a backyard oasis. She says a pool contractor left her high and dry

In a wheelchair, unable to walk or speak, the family of a local teen with disabilities was hoping to build him a backyard oasis around a pool as part of his therapy.

A mother wanted to build her child with disabilities a backyard oasis. She says a pool contractor left her high and dry

In a wheelchair, unable to walk or speak, the family of a local teen with disabilities was hoping to build him a backyard oasis around a pool as part of his therapy.

Could future JEA execs be required to live in Jacksonville going forward?

The Jacksonville City Council addressed a concern regarding some of JEA’s leadership who make important decisions about the operations but do not live in Jacksonville.

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Former State Senator Audrey Gibson resigns from role with city

Jacksonville cybersecurity expert says federal ban on paying ransoms may deter, but not eliminate cybercriminals

A Jacksonville cybersecurity expert said a federal ban on paying ransoms with taxpayer money might deter some cyberattacks, but it could come with its own set of consequences.

Troubled Jacksonville apartment complexes to get $10M in upgrades after being sold, renamed

A Fort Lauderdale-based real estate group has purchased two Jacksonville properties and renamed them.

Were you one of the thousands of Jacksonville Beach residents affected by a Russian cyber gang hack?

A global threat analyst said people living in Jacksonville Beach should assume their information is now in the hands of cybercriminals. The city of Jacksonville Beach was hacked at the end of January, and a Russian-based cyber gang called LOCKBIT was believed to be responsible.

Russian cybergang responsible for the cybertheft in Jacksonville Beach

A Global Threat Analyst has a blunt message for people living in Jacksonville Beach. He said, "assume your information is in the hands of cybercriminals." The city of Jacksonville Beach was hacked at the end of January, and we've since learned a Russian-based Cybergang called LOCKBIT is responsible.

Cybercriminals are holding data from Jacksonville Beach for ransom

A cyber attack in Jacksonville Beach has affected the city's information system. Cyber criminals are holding personal data like social security numbers and banking information for ransom. If you're affected, you will be notified by mail.

Red Bay Apartments says water is now safe for residents

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 own. It now says the water is safe.

New water test results from Arlington apartment reveal high levels of bacteria, professor says

The News4JAX I-TEAM uncovered more evidence of possible water contamination at an Arlington apartment complex.

As I-10 drivers continue to see dings, cracks & damage, an asphalt company explains what makes up our roads

The News4JAX I-TEAM has seen the multiple damage reports from people driving I-10 between Chaffee Road and Hammond Boulevard. The damage is due to construction and broken asphalt.

I-TEAM: More I-10 drivers speak out about denied claims for construction project damage

More drivers say their claims were denied for damage to their vehicles on a stretch of I-10, between Chaffee Road and Hammond Boulevard.

JSO failed to follow up on multiple complaints of child sex abuse against man years before he was charged

The News4JAX I-TEAM has obtained records showing for years, police didn’t thoroughly investigate allegations against a Jacksonville man now charged with operating a child sex trafficking ring. Records uncovered by the News4JAX I-TEAM show multiple people told police Duane Sikes was abusing boys starting in 2010…but JSO’s own records show some allegations were never followed up on.

Funeral home director accused of mishandling remains, funds pleads not guilty to grand theft, insurance fraud

A former Jacksonville funeral home director accused in a disturbing case is expected to enter a plea in court Tuesday to felony charges of grand theft and insurance fraud.

Florida lawmakers unanimously pass bill to combat squatting; giving property owners ‘positive hope’

State lawmakers have unanimously passed a bill to combat squatting. This comes after a News4JAX I-TEAM investigation exposing how a loophole in the law allowed people to live rent-free in a home for weeks while the property’s owner, Patti Peeples, wasn’t allowed on the premises.

Water analysis from Arlington apartment complex shows ‘vast amounts of bacteria’ typically found in intestines

After tenants at an Arlington apartment complex expressed their frustrations about unsanitary living conditions, the News4JAX I-TEAM took water samples to an independent laboratory for analysis, and according to a local Biology professor, the results are potentially unhealthy.

St. Johns County woman says investment company demands $20K to release home title back to her possession

St. Johns County officials are warning the public about “real estate ransom” which consists of unethical local investors or even more organized crime groups holding the title of a home captive until the owner pays a huge fee.

I-TEAM: More felony charges for funeral director accused of mishandling remains, funds

The News4JAX I-TEAM continues to learn more about the disturbing case of former funeral director, Elliott Maurice Graham. He was arrested in February, charged with grand theft, filing false insurance claims, and five misdemeanor counts of improper preservation of a human body. On Wednesday, the State Attorney’s Office told us two additional felony charges for grand theft and insurance fraud claims have been added, and the misdemeanor charges have been dropped. Also added is a petit theft charge, accusing Graham of stealing up to $750 from a foundation that helps grieving families pay for a child’s funeral costs.

I-TEAM: Jacksonville pool contractor accused of abandoning jobs

Customers who contracted with Waterpools Jacksonville are contacting the News4JAX I-TEAM because of jobs left behind and poor workmanship. The owner says it's all because of a recent hospitalization -- the same story he gave us 10 years ago.

‘The toilets were burping at us’: Frustrated tenants describe unsanitary Arlington apartment complex

Tenants at an Arlington apartment complex expressed their frustrations to the News4JAX I-TEAM about its unsanitary living conditions.

Deadly suspected street racing crash in Clay County was livestreamed on Instagram, new details show

Newly released details into a June 2023 fatal crash are shedding a spotlight on the dangers of illegal street racing.

Jacksonville entrepreneur announces reopening of credit repair office amid fraud lawsuits

A local entrepreneur accused of scamming her clients with misleading investment opportunities is reopening a credit repair office on Jacksonville’s Southside.

After Tennessee-based JEA executive resigns, city council president says he thinks execs should come to work routinely

The Jacksonville City Council President and the chair of the JEA board both said Thursday they think it’s best to have employees here live in the area they serve.

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