WCJB Staff
Gainesville, Fla.
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Hungry customers wrapped around the block for a bite from a new restaurant known for its famous Louisana-style chicken.
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A man was arrested in Suwannee County after he was found asleep behind the wheel at an intersection. Deputies found meth and a pipe in his car.
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Gertrude Bishop, 86, received intensive medical treatments, including a leg amputation, after she was attacked by two dogs described as pitbull mixes.
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Council voted 3-2 tonight to modify the city’s agreement with the non-profit board that runs Annie Mattox Park.
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If fans do storm the field, a clear path off the playing surface must be created.
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More than 30% of deaths involving teen drivers happen during what's called the "100 Deadliest Days"--the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
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Woman claims she was sprayed with mace by law enforcement when leaving the Lake Butler Pop-Up party
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Part two of Gainesville Health and Fitness calisthenics bodyweight workout
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A look into the week ahead for June 5th, 2023.
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CEP highlights Mary Phelps, a legendary figure in the world of carriage driving.
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Applications for 6th through 8th graders for Gainesville’s Public Safety Summer Camp end June 5th.
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Registration has opened for the Special Needs Registry in Alachua County.
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As deputies dispersed a large crowd attending a "Pop-Up" party, an unknown person shot into the air, injuring someone.
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ACPS free summer meals program kicked off at Veterans Memorial Park on June 3rd.
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MCFR are asking the community for help in Captain Eric Trussel's fight against cancer.
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Detectives say Maurice Green, 39, was last seen Thursday at about 7 a.m. near Southeast Defender Avenue in Lake City.
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The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that killed a woman on Friday.
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Ocala Police Department officers shot and killed a man near a store on State Road 200 on Saturday morning.
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55-year-old Cameron Taylor was found guilty on two counts in March.
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Neely Petrie-Blanchard is accused of shooting Christopher Hallet to death in his home in November 2020.
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Both Florida residents and visitors can take part in the license-free weekends, as long as they follow the normal size and bag limit restrictions.
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The fair is from 3-8 p.m. at Cuscowilla Park.
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Here’s what you missed when we caught up with our friends over at K-Country.
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Graduates of High Springs Community School received a special send-off from younger students and staff.
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GPD officers spend their off-duty time to play basketball with some local elementary students.
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Tri-County Metals is one of 13 companies in the state to receive an annual award from the feds.
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Officials with D & D Smith Constructors tells TV20 the hole is scheduled to be repaired by June 9.
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Two suspects that fled from a traffic stop were located by K-9 teams and booked into the SCSO jail.
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Girls in the program can use the money for college, vocational schools, or certificate training.
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Hurricane season is here and we talked about some saving opportunities with our friends at Wind-FM. Check it out!
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Let’s take a look at some adorable adoptable animals from Alachua County looking for their new loving homes.
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An ACPS middle school student is being honored for making it to the semi-finals of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
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For the first time, the Cade Museum is taking applications from across the US for the Cade Prize for Innovation.
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Alachua County School Board Members are concerned with how the new voucher program will affect next year's budget.
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Gertrude Bishop, 86, is recovering after she was attacked by two dogs described to be pit bull-mixes. Her son reports she has given her official statement with the Putnam County Sheriffs Office.
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Healing Heroes Guide Company was founded by Zach Maddox to bring first responders on fishing, hunting, and hiking trips. Maddox says the program is offered across the state at no cost.
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Would-be candidates are already filing to run in two seats that will be left open by term limits.
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When it comes to finding the perfect side dish for your next barbeque, cucumbers are a solid choice.
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A book about friendship, adventure, and horses is making it way around Marion County elementary schools.
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A pilot music program for some elementary schools in Gainesville got an upgrade and now has become permanent.
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A winery in Hawthorne is one of the winners of the Agricultural-Environment Leadership Award.
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Ocala Police officials say the construction started Tuesday evening.
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Beginning July first residents can carry their concealed firearms in public places without a permit.
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The NOAA forecast is for 12 to 17 named storms, with five to nine hurricanes, including one to four major hurricanes.
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In this week's Tech Tuesday, we look at how the field of virtual reality is evolving.
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Deputies say that when confronted with the files, Huffman stated he was guilty and that he has viewed child pornography multiple times a week for years.
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Lake City Police Department is attempting to identify individuals for aggravated assault and grand theft from Bath & Body Works.
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The Ocala Police Department intends to improve communication between local law enforcement and the deaf community.
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A woman was arrested after a hit-and-run incident in Gainesville Sunday night.
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Deputies arrested a pair of Gainesville residents for stealing from Alachua County Public School property.
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