Skydiving accident kills man in Palatka

PALATKA, Fla. -- A 73-year-old died in a skydiving accident in Palatka Saturday afternoon.

Man who killed longest python gets its snakeskin

PALMETTO BAY, Fla. (AP) - The South Florida man who caught and killed the longest Burmese python ever found in Florida gets to keep the snakeskin.

Jacksonville man arrested for letting 13-year-old drive, resulting in hit-and-run

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- An investigation revealed a 13-year-old child was behind the wheel during a hit-and-run near Arlington Middle School Monday. The man who allowed the young girl drive was arrested on Tuesday.

2 killed, 100+ rescued in San Antonio floods

SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- Officials say about 60 people have been rescued from their San Antonio-area homes as floodwaters continue to rise.

Police: Child left in car in Jacksonville, grandparents charged with neglect

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The grandparents of a nine-month-old child were arrested Friday after the child was pulled out of a car parked at a Winn-Dixie on Argyle Forest Boulevard.

Duval County Public Schools Superintendent to present to state House committee

There are multiple pathways to obtain a high school diploma. That's the idea that Duval County Schools Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti wants to present to the Florida House K-12 Education Committee in Tallahassee on Wednesday.

St. Augustine woman dies after a fatal crash on I-95 SB

A St. Augustine woman is dead after being involved in a fatal crash that occurred early Saturday morning.

Ken Amaro

Ken Amaro began working at First Coast News (then known as 12 News) in October 1979, where he covered several beats including Education, City Council and the Military.

Prayers poured out for Ben Bowersox at First Baptist Church of Jacksonville

 Since First Coast News first aired the story of 5-year-old Ben Bowersox, prayers for him and his family have poured in.

Oregon teen had six bombs to attack school

Study: Biggest Risks at Amusement Park not rides

(ABC News) -- May to September is prime time for fun at the amusement park. From frightening news reports to personal YouTube videos, there is no shortage of amusement-ride scares. But a new study has found that it's not always the biggest and fastest rides we should fear.

Water rescue at Hanna Park leaves one dead

Jacksonville Sheriff's Office Lieutenant Mike Beckman reported that a man in his 60s swam out to rescue his 10-year-old grandchild from the water.

Man in critical condition after shooting on northside

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office responded to a shooting on the city's north side early Thursday morning.

Puppy stolen from Lake City yard return to 4-year-old owner

Two 14-year-olds are facing grand theft charges for allegedly stealing a puppy from a 4-year-old.

JSO searching for suspect in Northside shooting

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is responding to a shooting on the city's Northside.

Overnight crash kills one person, injures three

A crash overnight kills one person and lands three others in the hospital.

Danielle Madsley, woman tased by FHP Trooper Daniel Cole, may not live much longer

The Florida Highway Patrol trooper who shot and injured a cemetery owner on September 10, 2012 has been cleared of any wrongdoing by FHP.

Contract deal reached for new Atlanta Falcons stadium

ATLANTA, Ga. (AP) -- The Atlanta Falcons, state and city officials have agreed on a deal to ensure that at least 31 percent of construction awards for the team's new stadium are awarded to minority or women-owned firms.

Sudden death cancels cruise and possible refund

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS, Fla. -- Carnival Cruise Lines has seen its share of problems this year, but that did not stop Frances Prince and Mollie McCall from booking a seven day cruise.

St. Augustine crash leaves 24-year-old dead

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. -- A 24-year-old woman was killed in a car vs. truck crash on State Road 16 at Four Mile Road around 6:50 a.m. Saturday morning, according to Florida Highway Patrol.