Gainesville Police Department has released a video which shows the suspect of a bank robbery fleeing the scene. The robbery took place Wednesday morning at the PNC bank on Northwest 13 Street. Police are still looking for the suspect who left the scene with an undisclosed amount of money.
The Invisible Children Roadie team stopped at The University of Florida Wednesday as part of their KONY 2012 campaign. They want students to join them in their fight against Lord's Resistance Army Leader Joseph Kony.
Project Makeover choose Chester Shell Elementary this year as the school they would help improve. Project Makeover's Public Relations DIrector Carly Borden says about 1,400 volunteers helped them in their three day renovation process.
Alachua County Sheriff's department conducted a sting that led to the arrest of 21 men. Assistant U.S Attorney Frank Williams says he will proceed with convictions against suspects. Alachua County Sheriffs stressed the importance of continuing these operations to make sure our kids are safe.
Alachua County Fire Rescue responded to a brush fire Tuesday on Hawthorne Road. Firefighters say the fire was ignited by sparks from a saw while the building was being demolished. The fire may last for days but Lt. James Clifford says the fire is contained.
The 26th annual Hoggetowne Medieval Faire has come back to Gainesville. The event boasts actors, musicians, street performers, and artisans dedicated to taking you back in time.
Mayor Craig Lowe gave his second State of City Speech today. Lowe plans to focus on an innovation economy, transportation, and the environment in the coming year.
Occupy Gainesville teams up with Move to Amend "Occupy the Courts" in hopes to end corporate personhood. Civil rights activist Cornel West was the guest speaker.
Members of the Gainesville community participated in the Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative March this year to celebrate Martin Luther King day.
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