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A newly released Gainesville police report obtained by WUFT News said Loren Cava was riding her bicycle in the crosswalk and had the right of way when she was struck by the Jeep driven by Sohair A. Mohammed, 50, of Alsip, Illinois, who was turning left through the intersection.

As oppressive heat continues to blanket much of the U.S., it's especially crucial to take precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones — furry…

For most students, summer break means less work. For animal shelters, it usually means the complete opposite. Many of the volunteers at animal shelters…

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A typical pet owner can spend hundreds of dollars yearly on scheduled veterinary visits. The increased cost of vet services is due partly to a nationwide shortage of veterinarians that has made its way to North Central Florida. Area shelters and clinics are scarce or operate with limited personnel.

Twenty-three families partnered last weekend to host the first annual Northwood Pines and Northwood Oaks community yard sale.To some, the event was an…

Storm survivors, some of who lost all, wonder what comes next?

By Sep. 27, a few days before Hurricane Ian was predicted to hit Gainesville, staff at North Central Florida Humane Society had emptied the building.

Dog racing is now illegal in 41 states – and the two remaining tracks in Florida will soon have their last live races.