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Warm Winter Brings Flea Problems

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Ruby is a two-year-old Basset Hound that likes to get out for a walk, but that is causing a problem for Ruby and her mom.

3D Mammogram Technology Helps Doctors Detect Cancer

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Over the last six months, Shands Jacksonville has been working to get a new 3D mammogram machine online.  The machine, called Hologic's Selenia Dimensions, is designed to make it easier for physicians to see potential problems that a traditional mammogram would not catch.

Haleigh Cummings 3 Year Anniversary Tomorrow

PUTNAM COUNTY, Fla. -- Friday, February 10th, 2012, marks the three year anniversary of the disappearance of Haleigh Cummings.

College Bound? It's Time To Fill Out The FAFSA

JACKSONVILLE- Annual costs range from $9000 for state colleges to more than $50000 for private universities. To receive financial aid the Free Application for Federal Student Aid of FAFSA must be filled out by both dependent students and their parents as soon as possible.  

Tuition Up, Teachers Coming Locally

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Two major education stories making headlines.

26.2 With Donna Achieves Weaver Challenge

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. --  Back in July of 2011, Delores Weaver issued a marathon challenge to 26.2 With Donna The National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer. Now that challenge has been met.

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Responds to Hazing Allegations

Duval County Courthouse Construction Battle Drags On

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Though still under construction, the new Duval County Courthouse has already seen its share of battles.

Kids Forge Ahead With Garden Despite Lack of Rain

UF Frat Suspended After Hazing Accusations

GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- Another Florida college is making headlines for hazing, and this time it's a fraternity at the University of Florida that's in the hot seat.

Groups Launch Teen Safe Driving Video Contest

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- This morning several groups announced a video contest for teens to create a safe driving PSA.

The Hunt for Victims of Human Trafficking

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- On the streets of Jacksonville lurks a dangerous network of human trafficking.

Son of Judge Arrested in Jacksonville Beach

TU: Council Redman Starts His Own Occupy Movement

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- According to our news partner the Florida Times-Union, City Councilman Don Redman has set up a camp in front of City Hall.

JTA Bus Riders Seeing STARS

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- New technology has JTA bus riders seeing stars, the new STAR card employs a chip and is designed to make boarding easier and the bus system more efficient.

Protecting Your Privacy from Prying Eyes Online

JACKSONVILLE, FL -- Along with potential employers, another entity may be spying on your online social network posts. Insurance companies are especially interested in your Facebook photos.

Diena Thompson: Somer's Killer Will Meet Justice in Prison

NEW YORK -- Diena Thompson was interviewed by Matt Lauer on this morning's Today Show. 

3 Adults Injured, One Dog Killed in Southside House Fire

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Department is still on the scene of a fire in the Windy Hill neighborhood on the southside.

Protestors Rally for Cristian Fernandez | SLIDESHOW

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- As a mother, Alicia Torres is upset that prosecutors would ever try a 12-year-old boy as an adult. 

Episcopal Celebrates Global Community Day

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Today students at Episcopal School of Jacksonville are participating in Global Community Day.

Beware of Homewreckers, Termite Season Is Here

Fired Deputy Charged with 3 Counts of Sex with Minor

STARKE, Fla. -- The Bradford County Sheriff's Office today filed charges against a former member of their department alleging he had an inappropriate sexual relationship with a minor.