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One young boy battling a life threatening disease gets a day that's more than he could ever imagine. GTN's Ashley Alvarez has more. More>>
The second leg in horse racing's Triple Crown is today. One horse, with strong ties to Marion County, is highlighting the Preakness Stakes. GTN's Patrick Fleming has the story. More>>
We're continuing our coverage on the Priest Theater in High Springs. Check in with us as we bring updates on how the theater is doing with funding money to go digital. Going digital will allow the theater More>>
The full Gainesville City Commission is hearing a one million dollar land offer for the first time - and with that, they finally have a decision. GTN's Laura Christmas reports. More>>
A University of Florida student is graduating in August, and her plans after graduation will take her out of the country - with a Fulbright grant to help her. GTN's Laura Christmas sits down with her and More>>
One man is back in jail for his 61st time. Law enforcement officials say repeat offenders are becoming a problem. GTN's Ashley Alvarez has more on this story. More>>
College presidents, getting perks. Tonight, Florida's governor is ordering an investigation to look into why some earn large, six figure salaries, among others benefits. GTN's Ashley Alvarez spoke with More>>
An area church is in a water fight with the town of Interlachen. GTN's Ashley Alvarez says the church wants to stop using well water. More>>
For those of you with little ones you might want to take advantage of a free program. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us about registering your child for voluntary pre-kindergarten. More>>
An area elementary school is serving as a model research site - for the rest of the country. GTN's Joanna Wise takes us to the school where the new study is just beginning. More>>
An 11-year-old boy in Lake City died Tuesday afternoon he was accidentally shot by a 4-year-old on Sunday. Today, many people wondering how the child even got ahold of a gun. GTN's Joanna Wise rep More>>
An 11-year-old boy in Lake City died Tuesday afternoon he was accidentally shot by a 4-year-old on Sunday.
Today, many people wondering how the child even got ahold of a gun. GTN's Joanna Wise reports.
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No matter which county you are from in Florida, University of Florida's IFAS has a branch there. Now though, sequestration is hitting the research institution. GTN's Laura Christmas sits down with More>>
Law Enforcement agencies all across the nation are remembering some of their fallen. GTN's Laura Christmas sits down with one man who's remembering someone he calls his brother, and best friend. More>>
One woman is thankful after one man jumps in to help her. GTN's Ashley Alvarez has more on the story. More>>
There are new things happening for Ocala's bus transportation system. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us what will be changing for bus riders and employees. More>>
Paynes Prairie State Preserve is getting some major restorations. GTN's Laura Christmas takes us to the site of the multi-million dollar project. More>>
A murder case all the way in North Carolina has strong ties right here in Gainesville. Police say the shooting took place in another state but the accused killer is a Gainesville resident. More>>
Experts are calling it a catalyst to a harmful disorder. Websites popping up in the form of Tumblr blogs and Twitter accounts- promoting anorexia. In a special report, GTN's Joanna Wise shows us More>>
The first day of school may be months away, but as GTN's Nickelle Smith reports, that's not stopping the county's youngest students from getting a first hand taste of life in the classroom. More>>
They call themselves Alachua County's number one choice for towing services, but now Gainesville Police say Advantage Towing could be facing felony charges. GTN's Laura Christmas reports. More>>
Does Crab Fest need more regulations? That's what many are asking tonight after the shooting that killed one man, and hurt four others. The event isn't permitted, but in Levy County, officials say there More>>
A shooting at Levy County's Crab Fest leaves one man dead and four other people injured. As GTN's Laura Christmas reports this shooting is bringing up some safety concerns. More>>
Some students are turning heads from their skills with a bow and arrow. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us how star archers are coming out of Newberry and how a new tie to the Olympics will affect the to More>>
Some say the oil spill in the gulf isn't affecting our shellfish. GTN's Ashley Alvarez explores researchers work and tells us how the oil spill if affecting one oysterman. More>>
House and Senate decide on the budget for pay raises for Florida teachers. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us how local entities are responding to the news. More>>
A Trenton teenager isn't letting his disability hold him back. He's getting a lot of attention for his achievements and now he's hoping to use his voice to inspire others. More>>
One local school district is bringing the paddle back to the classroom. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us what some are saying about bringing back corporal punishment. More>>
One woman escapes her attacker. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us how neighbors are responding to the news that happened right in their backyard. More>>
April is Autism Awareness Month. It's also one more month without a cure. One doctor in North Central Florida might be on the right path to finding a solution. Doctors have been researching autism and More>>
Reported By: Laura Christmas Dr. Tim Davis spends his days teaching classes, working with students and staring at hundreds of lines of code. He's spent about thirty years working on it, and lately More>>
A former University of Florida student is facing more than seven years in prison for a deadly hit and run. Along with prison time, Jessica Becerra will also face two years of community service and five More>>
Reported by: Laura ChristmasSince the Sandy Hook tragedy, Alachua County law enforcement agencies have put deputies and officers in area elementary schools and their goal is to keep them there. However More>>
Reported By: Laura ChristmasEarning a bachelor's degree, without leaving home. You've likely heard of places like the University of Phoenix that offer online classes. Now, you can soon add the University More>>
Neighbors tell GTN News they've had concerns about the abandoned pool's safety for years. They also tell us they want the Holly Heights apartment complex to take action so another accident doesn't happen. More>>
One local high school is putting on a musical and it highlights some controversial issues. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us why students say it's important to put this edgy show on. More>>
A man whose job is to take care of kids - is accused of grabbing a third-grader by the collar and yelling at him. The school aid is on suspended leave tonight. As GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us, the More>>
A three-year-old boy drowns in an abandoned apartment complex pool. The Alachua County Sheriff's Office says the investigation started with a phone call around noon saying three-year-old Demetrius Powers More>>
Imagine answering around 200 calls a day. That's what 911 operators do on a daily basis. GTN's Laura Christmas follows one Alachua County 911 operator around for the day, as they do the job they regale More>>
A group of University of Florida men are singing to raise money for the victims of the Boston explosions. GTN's Laura Christmas reports. More>>
Alachua county has the fourth highest STD rates in the state. However, they are tackling those high numbers with text messages. GTN's Laura Christmas reports. More>>
A local day care is going mobile. But you won't be seeing kids riding this bus. As GTN's Ashley Alvarez shows us, this one's for the dogs. More>>
While an icon at a local cemetery remains lost, a new statue is providing a pleasant sight at the graveyard. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us how this piece is bringing new life to an unfortunate loss. More>>
72-year-old Sam McDowell, also known as Samuel Little awaits trial in Los Angeles. He has a laundry list of crimes in 24 states over 56 years ranging from armed robbery to assault. Detectives say McDowell More>>
A smile, handshake, and an query for a vote are what Gainesville residents get heading to and from the polls. Craig Lowe and Ed Braddy say it's not about appealing to one demographic or another at More>>
President Obama's proposal to cut 1.8 trillion dollars from the deficit over the next decade could greatly impact you, your parents, or grandparents. GTN's Joanna Wise reports. More>>
Many parents say they found out the details about the former teacher at Chiles Elementary from watching the news, not from the letter sent home with children yesterday. As GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells More>>
From 'Teacher of the Year' to accusations of touching students. Now, Glen Nichol is off the job, for good. The former Chiles Elementary School math teacher was placed on administrative leave last April. More>>
If you've driven on Highway 301 in Starke, you may notice a red sign in front of one home. The sign was put up by the Bradford County Sheriff's Office, but it's drawing attention because it says a sexual predator lives there. More>>
Some high school students are raising the bar when it comes to asking dates to the prom. In fact, when it comes to some of these teen-named 'promposals', it's pretty high. Annalee Perez's boyfriend is More>>
This week is wildfire awareness week. With the recent wildfire in Ocala, officials say it's important to educate people and for us to be aware of the dangers. As GTN's Ashley Alvarez shows us, efforts More>>
One local hot spot may be in danger of closing its doors. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us what this place means to the community and how owners are working hard to keep it open.To find out how you can More>>
People who live in Precinct 22, just northwest of Gainesville, will head to the polls April 9th. They're voting on whether that area should be annexed into Gainesville. However, many aren't on board More>>
Nestled within mother nature is a tiny wooden building. Step inside and you'll take a walk back in time. "You're imagination just goes crazy." Inside the depot, dozens of pictures and old artifacts More>>
A Marion county woman wants her road paved and despite getting a petition, county commissioners tell her it's not going to happen. As GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us, people who live on Southwest 135th More>>
A warning tonight if you or someone you know has been treated at Shands in the past few years. As GTN's Ashley Alvarez reports, your financial information might have been compromised. More>>
It's farmworker awareness week in Gainesville and new issues are being brought up in the community, while some old problems are being addressed again. While Wednesday night's panel discussion at the Alachua More>>
Deputies swarmed this motel earlier this month, arresting three people for making meth in two rooms. Now those rooms have to be cleaned. We spoke with the Bronson motel manager and owner. Although they More>>
The Sandy Hook tragedy sparked the question of 'why'. Now the question of how to stop school violence from happening remains a top priority.
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The University of Florida is growing with new ideas. The campus is celebrating the opening of a new veterans center this week. GTN's Ashley Alvarez shows us how the expansion is making a difference for More>>
Poor shooting for the Gators but they beat Florida Gulf Coast 62-50 Friday night behind solid defense. The UF players are taking it one game at a time and are just happy to be playing another day. More>>
A poor shooting night for the Gators but they beat 15-seed Florida Gulf Coast in Cowboys Stadium, 62-50 Friday night. The players are taking it one game a time and are just happy to advance. More>>
Florida Gulf Coast University is faced the University of Florida during a sweet sixteen game on Friday. GTN News wanted to know how much Gator fans knew about the Eagles.GTN News went to The Swamp restaurant More>>
Pizza, wings, beer and even sweets are rolling out for tonight's game. Businesses have been prepping for days, even weeks, for the increase in customers. "We staff heavy. We order heavy. We make sure More>>
Gainesville High School is usually filled with plenty of students. But not today. Instead, patrol cars fill the lot. The Gainesville SWAT team is training school resource officers how to be prepared if More>>
A click of a mouse, and a few keystrokes.Eventually, you'll end up at Coursera.org. It's a website that offers a myriad of classes. However, these classes aren't just any online course. They're taught More>>
The Ocala Police Department is warning people about a new computer virus scam that could cost victims a few hundred dollars. Ocala police tell GTN News it's a pop up with a seal of a federal agency. It More>>
One area city is already getting ready for hurricane season. GTN's Ashley Alvarez shows us how some retention ponds are a problem and how the city plans to change that. Neighbors are hearing noise coming More>>
Finding a parking spot in some areas around Gainesville- like behind University Avenue across from campus - is usually a difficult feat. If you do happen to stumble across an empty one, you usually can't More>>
Sequestration cuts are causing closures, cutbacks, and furloughs all over the country. The automatic spending cuts went into effect March 1st and some agencies are starting to feel the effects. GTN's Ashley More>>
Police arrest a mom they say tried to pick up her son at a Gainesville daycare. A court order prevents her from seeing him and police say she fought daycare employees when they tried to stop her More>>
A walk along Crescent Beach shows Gainesville's students know Alachua County Deputies are heading to the beach with them.Spring break is in full swing for students living in Alachua County... "Not More>>
What's on your plate? A new University of Florida study shows many of us are choosing local when it comes to the produce we eat. As GTN's Ashley Alvarez reports, researchers say that's not only healthy More>>
Helping a baby grow strong - or in one family's case, five at once. More>>
GTN News is hearing more from Gainesville Mayor Craig Lowe after his DUI arrest on Thursday. Lowe says he is accepting responsibility for his actions. In a statement released on Thursday to GTN news, More>>
You might have seen a globe rolling around town. Some special visitors are in Gainesville all the way from Louisville, Kentucky. GTN's Ashley Alvarez shows us the story of two friends and their journey More>>
At the commission meeting today the Mayor's empty chair and face down nameplate are a reminder of the situation he's in. Commissioner Todd Chase gave us the following comment, but didn't want to expand More>>
The Levy County Sheriff's Office and the DEA busted an indoor marijuana grow operation off State Road 24 in Bronson. One Levy County resident tells GTN News his neighbors kept to themselves. But today, More>>
More homes are going into foreclosure, while nearly one-fifth remain underwater. That's according to "National Mortgage Professional Magazine." GTN's Ashley Alvarez looks at how the struggling housing More>>
An afternoon of campaigning for Gainesville's next mayor led to battery charges filed. A typical Afternoon for Bill Boe turned into a campaigner's worst nightmare. "We had a car that came through More>>
As the weather warms up, you might start seeing some little black bugs bouncing around. GTN's Ashley Alvarez show us why we should be prepared for a flurry of fleas.Many pet owners have seen their fair More>>
Internet cafes could become a thing of the past if some lawmakers have their way. A House committee voted last week to ban them. Some local employees and patrons tell us they feel like they're paying More>>
Are you ready to vote in the city election? You can head to the polls tomorrow to vote for Gainesville mayor and district four commissioner. Polls are open from seven to seven. We have precinct information More>>
A new bell tower on one of Gainesville's oldest buildings is restoring it to the way it was over one hundred years ago. A crane suspends a replica of history above a building in the early morning More>>
Governor Rick Scott stops in Ocala to talk about job growth and how the city may be on the right path for bringing in more jobs. Ocala has been getting some attention after FedEx opted to buy some land More>>
More than 82 pro-class drivers took to the drag strip today at Gatornationals. They range from pro-stock motorcyclists to funny car racers. As GTN's Ashley Alvarez reports, we're also seeing more women More>>
Is your child's school failing? You could soon have a say in how the school is run. The Florida house passed the parent empowerment in education bill. It allows parents with kids in chronically failing More>>
It was in late March that Ponce de Leon discovered the land we know as Florida. Over the years, it's that land's history that has been sparking scholar's interest for years. Dr. Steven Noll is a professor More>>
A political website is ruffling some feathers and one company is now threatening legal action. Gainesville's city elections are next Tuesday and one of the big issues is Gainesville Regional Utilities' More>>
A double murder at a motel in Ocala. 37-year-old Kelvin Lee Coleman is charged with first degree murder. Marion County deputies say he opened fire on two motel employees last night, killing them both. More>>
We already use our phones for just about everything and almost everyone has one. Alachua County wants to take advantage of that. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us about a program that can send warning alerts More>>
While some students are celebrating Pi Day, others are celebrating in a different way. Instead of focusing on numbers, one program is promoting the importance of reading. GTN's Joanna Wise shows More>>
Is lying about getting a military award okay? The US Supreme Court says it is. The Stolen Valor Act is meant to punish people who lie about military service, but the high Court ruled it's not that simple, More>>
Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio has been named as the next pope. He will take on the name of Pope Francis I. Now local Catholic leaders are giving their perspective on the new pope. They've told GTN News they More>>
In the fall Gator football games bring more than a hundred thousand football fans to our area - but that's months from now. Gatornationals is this week and it brings in just about as many race fans More>>
Gainesville City Commissioner Todd Chase is accusing Mayor Craig Lowe and his assistant of accessing his personal work emails, without his knowing. He says this happened twice that he knows of. More>>
March is National Colorectal Cancer awareness month. The American Cancer Society estimates the disease will kill more than 50 thousand people this year. More than 90 percent of cases are in people over More>>
A man is arrested for a crime he didn't commit, even spending time behind bars. GTN's Ashley Alvarez explains what happened and looks into why. In late January, 24-year-old Derick Jeremy Lee was arrested, More>>
Some officers are doing a lot of running around, all in the name of training. As GTN's Ashley Alvarez shows us, they're working with dogged determination to be prepared for any scenario. Today's training More>>
Geraldine Martz was a volunteer at Chester Shell Elementary in Hawthorne for years. Last month she was recognized as senior volunteer of the year. This morning, though, a crash on US 301 outside of More>>
It's been several months since fungal meningitis was uncovered across the nation - including some in nearby Marion County. Now one resident is speaking out about her experience with the infection. Marion More>>
Thousands of feet of black fences surround the Ocala pastures that are home to thoroughbreds in training. Down the road, among the many horse farms in the area, lies Second Chances Farm at the Lowell More>>
The city of Bronson is taking action on minors using flavored tobacco. Casey Ranalli is a student at Bronson High School and told GTN News about a new trend with flavored tobacco products:"They come in More>>
The Gainesville Police Department is taking time to reflect on which policies worked this past year and their goals for the future. At Wednesday's forum at Gainesville High School, GPD told GTN News they've More>>
One out of two people who get it will die. It's a bacteria showing up at alarming rates in our nation's health care systems. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention is keeping an eye on the bacteria. More>>
As of April 25th, you'll be able to take small knives on an airplane. The TSA is lifting the ban that went into effect after 9/11. The knives can't be more than 2.36" long. Still, not everyone More>>
A pregnant woman was stabbed more than 30 times with a steak knife. 60-year-old Samuel Cone is accused of stabbing his nephew's wife - 40-year-old Jill Feingold. Police say Feingold and her unborn More>>
One Holocaust survivor remembers the train ride, bound towards a concentration camp. But as GTN's Christine Eschenfelder reports, one heroic rescue, leads to a life-long friendship. More>>
As firefighters continue to contain the Hopkins Prairie fire, evacuated residents are slowly trickling back into the area. Officials say at least 24 structures were destroyed and at least 10 of those More>>
Athletes from places as far as Canada, Ukraine, and Brazil are coming to the Jonesville Tennis Center to compete in the Gainesville Women's Tennis Classic. Then, there's a fourteen - year - old from More>>
A local head start program is getting a big boost from lake city. GTN's Ashley Alvarez shows us how this good deed could help them in the face of federal budget cuts. Since 2000, the program has been More>>
There's something foul in the water. Valdosta city officials say flooding in south Georgia forced over five million gallons of contaminated water into the Withlacoochee River. More>>
Massive mosquitoes - that's what experts at the University of Florida say we could see more of this year. To put it in perspective - they say if mosquitoes were motorcycles, these would be a More>>
The Gainesville Police Department welcomes a new Reserve Police Officer, but not one you might expect. Doctor John Slish will now be a Reserve Police Officer with the Gainesville Police Department after More>>
Flooding alert for the upcoming days, starting tonight. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us what areas will be affected. These waters may look peaceful now-- but things can change in an instant. "The first More>>
Eleven people from Florida and two from Georgia are charged with criminal conspiracy to sell artifacts stolen from state-owned land. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us how the crime ring sold the things they're More>>
It's been months of reading, writing, and arithmetic. If you have a student in school, they're probably ready for a break - but not so fast. Spring break isn't for a couple weeks yet. The Gainesville More>>
Cleaning up the Cabot-Koppers Superfund Site has been a controversial issue for the Gainesville community for several decades. Neighbors were able to voice their opinions Wednesday night at a community More>>
Beaten, starved, and kept in one room. Police say a mentally disabled woman finally escapes most likely, a decade of abuse. Wanda Patricia Baker has been living and taking care of Rose Johnson since More>>
Animal lovers know it's something special - the bond we can form with our pets. GTN's Christine Eschenfelder shows us the story of one young man and his constant companion. More>>
There's a good chance your children could be the victim of a bully at some point in their lives. The Florida Counseling Association says a child is bullied every seven seconds. GTN's Ashley Alvarez shows More>>
Alachua County commissioners sign a proclamation, declaring today World Spay Day. County officials are working hard to save lives - through a simple operation. More>>
Alachua County is facing a First Amendment rights lawsuit over sign code enforcement. County officials say cases like this one are uncommon, so they approved 75 thousand taxpayer dollars to More>>
It's been more than a decade since a warrant was issued for one man's arrest. But now one of Bradford County's "Most Wanted" is back in the area. Juan Oquendo Jr. faces charges from nearly thirteen years More>>
A new drug gets FDA approval and is showing great promise for treating breast cancer. Not only that, local doctors are hoping it can help treat a type of lung cancer. GTN's Ashley Alvarez has more on More>>
They're patrolling Gainesville's streets everyday, but they're not police officers. They're Citizens on Patrol, and Gainesville PD is looking for another round of volunteers. Lon More>>
A former University of Florida football player is off the hook. The State Attorney's Office has dropped the case against former UF quarterback Doug Johnson. Others involved with the incident told us they're More>>
A lost relic brings two families together - bridging over 4-thousand miles - and uncovering memories from a WWII vet. GTN's Joanna Wise has the story. More>>
Fire heavily damages the Chiefland auction house. As GTN's Joanna Wise reports, it's a loss being felt all over the community. More>>
You might have seen him on the roads in Ocala. Today one man continues his journey across Florida. GTN's Ashley Alvarez shows us why he's biking across the state.Rich Dixon is cycling, by letting his hands More>>
The City of Gainesville is giving the police department fifteen thousand dollars, but the money isn't coming out of your pocket. It's coming from criminals. That's because any kind of arrest by More>>
It's something that only existed in three places in the U.S.- until now. The University of Florida connects to Internet2. More>>
One program is working to raise awareness in the community about childhood obesity. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us how the program can educate parents and kids about ways to choose a healthy, happy meal More>>
The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence says about 25% of all women will experience domestic violence at some point in their lives. Last year, Florida's coalition answered more than 100-thousand More>>
A community is in shock. People who knew the couple say they were a pillar in the community and moving on without them, is hard to imagine. Seventy-six and seventy-seven-year old Wilbur and Julia More>>
An Ocala father is accused of giving his baby bleach in a bottle. Ocala police say 20-year-old Carron Washington put the bleach in his two-month old daughter's bottle Saturday night. She's being treated. More>>
Gainesville Regional Utilities is encouraging you to take part in a program where you install solar panels on your house, then sell the solar-generated energy back to GRU. Kanapaha Middle School's More>>
The city of Palatka installed red light cameras just a few months ago. While the city may be concerned about how to catch red light runners, others are hoping to see the cameras go.On the busy road of More>>
The next time you take money out of the ATM, you might wonder, is someone trying to steal your information? It's called skimming and it could be happening to you. As GTN's Ashley Alvarez reports, these More>>
One of the Department of Energy's goals is to make it easier to get solar energy in homes throughout the Sunshine State, and Alachua County Commissioners are saying they're on board. Alachua County officials More>>
Florida has more elderly residents than any other state. With that, comes the discussion of health care. U.S. Senator Bill Nelson was in Gainesville on Monday to discuss how to improve it. "The population More>>
A Gainesville pastor is learning from her past and using what she went through to help lead others down a brighter path. GTN's Ashley Alvarez shares this story of courage and hope. Jennifer Smith is More>>
If you look around Suwannee and Columbia counties, you'll see remnants of a tropical storm named Debby. It's been more than half a year since the storm hit, and when it did, the storm hit the area hard. More>>
There have been several accidents recently at the 62nd avenue crosswalk in southwest Gainesville. Just last night, two people were hit while crossing the street. Rain, cars, and a crosswalk, that's what More>>
Reported by Laura Christmas There's a church on almost every corner, an example of how Dixie County residents live their lives. City Manager Mike Cassidy says it's an area where people are predominately More>>
Reported by Laura Christmas The cruise ship has been stranded in the middle of the ocean for days, it's passengers are ready to come home. Aaliyah Young-Cyrus had plans for a cruise. "I was going More>>
This preacher has a dark secret. Want to know how far down the rabbit hole this preacher has been? And how she's now turning her dark past into a learning tool of light for others. Join us Friday night More>>
Reported by Laura Christmas Gainesville Police arrest two more men for using fake credit cards to buy gift cards and other things. They were caught at Oaks Mall. Police say they had several fake cards More>>
Reported by Cameron TaylorFederal law usually trumps state and local law. With gun control talk at the federal level, many state and local officials are wondering if they'll have a say. At a University More>>
Reported by Sanika Dangae and Laura Christmas In 2001 23-year old Scott Baird responded to a call about a batting cage in the middle of a road. While he was waiting for help, someone crashed into More>>
Lucas puts on his goggles. Then he starts flying the copter prototype. Lucas's passion for airplanes has turned into a school project. "I thought that would be really cool and I should do that and so More>>
Governor Scott talks plans for higher education. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us how Governor Scott is teaming up with the University of Florida to make it a top ten university in the United States. More>>
They're doing the work full-time without getting all the benefits. The teacher's union is filing a complaint on behalf of some substitute teachers in Marion County. As GTN's Ashley Alvarez reports, the More>>
One of the nation's top 50 businesses could be bringing jobs to the Ocala area. GTN's Ashley Alvarez tells us how FedEx's arrival could affect the community. More>>
A local teen has been playing football for most of his life with one dream - to become a Florida Gator. Now that dream is becoming a reality. GTN's Cameron Taylor reports. More>>
Some chess players in Gainesville are getting a lot of attention around town. They've won several big tournaments - and they're little kids. GTN's Joanna Wise introduces us to these checkmate More>>
Students at the University of Florida are getting a head start on landing a career. GTN's Ashley Alvarez shows us how businesses in the North Central Florida area are on the search for more employee More>>
Community members in High Springs are remembering the loss of one of their own- who they call their 'hometown hero'. Last night, Sergeant Chuck Harper passed away from cancer. People living in high springs More>>
A pillar of the Civil Rights Movement would have turned 100 today. As GTN's Laura Christmas reports, many are taking some time to reflect on Rosa Parks' legacy and what that means to them. More>>
Losing your hearing is something you might not give that much thought to. But the Hearing Health Foundation says one in five Americans will lose their hearing in at least one year. As GTN's Ashley Alvarez More>>
Gov. Rick Scott rolled out his proposed spending plan for the Sunshine State. It includes $23 billion in education funding - including $2,500 pay raises for teachers. $15 million of the proposed budget More>>
Glen Springs is one of two spring fed pools in North Central Florida. It has seen visitors ranging from the UF swim team to Tom Petty. Now, the aging treasure could be getting some much needed work done More>>
Many senior citizens consider the Williston Senior Center their home away from home - but not for long. They're just finding out, the center might be closing. GTN's Joanna Wise talked with some of More>>
Most of us are already deep into gift wrapping, holiday baking, and tree trimming. But as GTN's Joanna Wise shows us, experts say it's also the perfect time for tax prepping. More>>
The University of Florida is home to the largest poinsettia show and sale in the nation, and as GTN's Laura Christmas reports, the sale is more than that. It's keeping a tradition alive. More>>
The community of Old Town is remembering two lives taken in an accident. Last night, 10-year-old, Emma Mercado was riding a horse that was being led by 86-year-old minnie delany. A van driving on More>>
Lauren Monk is a third grader with a big heart and an even bigger mission. She's on the hunt for a cure, and she's doing it one earring at a time. GTN's Joanna Wise has the story. More>>
Some people in Williston say there's no better way to honor our veterans than with a parade. As GTN's Joanna Wise finds out, while the focus is on the sights and sounds traveling down the street, More>>
Alachua County Animal Services is on high alerts after a deadly disease that affects cats was found within the shelter. GTN's George Solis shows us what measures the office is taking to prevent a countywide More>>
Lake City counterfeiters strike again. Police say five more incidents happened. GTN's Joanna Wise has the update. More>>
No one has seen 26-year old Omar Gibson since last Wednesday and Gainesville Police say his disappearance is suspicious. 18 detectives are working the case and they're asking for your help. GTN's More>>
Getting ready for back to school can be a taxing time, but not this weekend. GTN's George Solis reports why stores say now's the time to shop and stock up before the first bell rings More>>
An Olympic swimmer is crediting a Gainesville restaurant with helping him win the Gold. GTN's George Solis reveals behind Ryan Lochte's diet and how you can get started on your own Olympic health regi More>>
It's been two months since people in cedar key have been able to drink water straight from the tap. Dry weather left aquifers in the area full of salt. But as GTN's Sia Nyorkor reports - the water More>>
The University of Florida marching band is on the way to the 2012 Summer Olympics. The band has traveled all around the country to perform but is the only marching band in the country to get an invite More>>
Now, onto a communications leak-- not the kind you're thinking-- the roof of the Alachua County Combined Communications center is leaking--- and employees say they're sick and tired of it. GTN's More>>
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"Our blinds were all closed and everyone was kind of on edge so it was pretty scary" says on UF female student. It's a similar view many UF coeds share after reports on yet another attempted sexual assault More>>
The defense takes its turn, in the civil case against the rapper PLIES and some of those who were supposed to take the stand were "no shows" in court today. As GTN's Sia Nyorkor reports, PLIES' defense More>>
Firehouse Subs served up more than just sandwiches today and what they have to offer local firefighters could save lives. GTN's Kimberly Howard gives us a closer look at thermal imaging cameras, something More>>
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