Florida pig 'Popo' is living his best life after losing weight, surgery
If you would like to meet Popo, he'll be at the Earthwise Pet store on Sunday, May 23 from 12-2 p.m.
UF leads nation for total number of COVID-19 cases at college or university
The University of Florida is reporting nearly 10,000 known COVID-19 cases among students, faculty, and staff since March of last year. That's the highest number in our state and the nation among colleges and universities.
Mom with COVID-19 released from hospital after 111 days
She is the nurse and mother who has been fighting for her life for weeks. Kristin Kay was finally discharged from North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville.
Sheriff's Office: Man shot by deputy after charging at girlfriend with knife
Deputies reportedly forced entry inside the residence and immediately observed the man armed with a knife and charging at his girlfriend.
University of Florida opens vaccine site at football stadium
University and health officials plan to inoculate up to 5,000 people, starting at 11 a.m. Monday.
Florida transgender athlete restrictions move forward
A Florida Senate panel Wednesday signed off on a proposal aimed at keeping most transgender females from participating in high-school and college sports, but the measure stops short of an all-out ban being considered by the House.
Florida deputies say someone took train for 'joyride,' caused $30K in damage
No suspect information was released, but deputies hope someone in the public knows who did this.
Florida House passes guns-at-churches bill
With supporters saying the issue is about property rights, the Florida House on Friday overwhelmingly passed a bill that would allow people to carry guns at churches that share locations with schools.
'Go run to her buddy!': Nurse on ventilator from COVID finally sees son after 84 days
After spending 84 days in the hospital fighting COVID-19, a Florida mother is getting the medicine she needs: a hug from her son.
Mother finally gets to see son after extended COVID battle
After spending 84 days in the hospital fighting COVID-19, a Florida mother gets the medicine she so desperately needs in the form of a hug from her little boy. She tested positive for coronavirus back in December, and she's been in the hospital ever since, fighting to survive.
Florida museum receives $100K grant
The Florida Museum of Natural History in Gainesville received a grant from Duke Energy that will provide environmental education for the new Florida Water Exhibit.
Severe weather brings heavy rain, storm damage to Alachua County
Strong winds caused some damage in Alachua County on Thursday. A tree fell over onto a family's home and it ripped off part of the roof that hangs off the garage.
Tree falls on house after storm in Alachua County
Strong winds caused some damage in Alachua County on Thursday. A tree fell over onto a family's home and it ripped off part of the roof that hangs off the garage.
Alachua County taking applications for emergency rental assistance
The Alachua County Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) will begin taking applications this Monday at 12 p.m..
Gainesville Police officers 'devastated' after memorial stone for fallen officer destroyed
It was a shocking and unsettling sight near Gainesville High School Friday, where more than 20 years ago, Officer Scott Baird was killed in the line of duty. His memorial stone was discovered not only knocked over but destroyed.
Gainesville police search for person who destroyed memorial stone of fallen officer
The Gainesville Police Department (GPD) is asking for the public's help to find out who vandalized a memorial stone dedicated to a dead police officer.
Gainesville Police officers 'devastated' after memorial stone for fallen officer destroyed
It was a shocking and unsettling sight near Gainesville High School Friday, where more than 20 years ago, Officer Scott Baird was killed in the line of duty. His memorial stone was discovered not only knocked over but destroyed.
Gainesville organization awarded McDonald's Golden Grant
The McDonald's Golden Grants program was reportedly created to celebrate educators and programs dedicated to enriching the lives of the youth.
University of Florida's Ben Hill Griffin Stadium to become COVID-19 vaccine site
As more vaccines become available, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at the University of Florida could vaccinate as many as 3,000 people per day.
Florida nurse on life support, battling COVID-19
A young nurse is fighting for her life, having been on life support for more than a month after testing positive for the coronavirus.