Collier Elementary School students learn about sun safety
With the school year coming to an end, KENS 5 Meteorologist Jeremy Baker, HEB and the American Cancer Society brought the sun safety message to Collier Eleme...
May 22, 2026Open source
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Newly proposed FEMA maps could add over 200k Harris County homes to at-risk areas, research shows
FEMA flood maps were the focus of a Baker Institute conference that explored how the proposal could have major impacts across Harris County.
May 21, 2026Open source
'Surprised' | Houston residents still learning about new flood maps months after they were released
Staff from Rice University’s Baker Institute will host a wide-ranging discussion on new FEMA flood maps that could impact thousands of homeowners in Harris...
May 20, 2026Open source
Cedric Mullins, Bryan Baker reflect on Orioles exit as Rays surge in AL East
Ahead of facing the Orioles on Monday, Rays outfielder Cedric Mullins and closer Bryan Baker spoke about their time in Baltimore.
May 20, 2026Open source
Woman orders $50 cheesecake from neighborhood baker for birthday. What she gets goes viral
“It just was shocking that she doubled down on it and tried to make it sound like I didn’t understand what cheesecakes are supposed to be,” Claire tell...
May 18, 2026Open source
Club visits UNF Botanical Gardens May 6
Members and guests of the Garden Club of Baker County recently visited the University of North Florida campus and were treated to a personalized tour of the...
May 14, 2026Open source
Wild weather: Baker City buffeted with wind, rapidly rising temperature around dawn Wednesday
Baker City residents might have been roused from sleep early Wednesday, May 13, by a boisterous bout of weather. If the wind gusts weren’t enough to awaken...
May 13, 2026Open source
Baker City fire union, council spar over plan to rotate fire engine use
BAKER CITY — Baker City Mayor Randy Daugherty said he’s “not happy” about a Facebook post by the city firefighters’ union on Monday, May 11, regard...
May 12, 2026Open source
Kyle tried to limit his gambling seven times. After his death, a coroner asks why Sportsbet didn’t take i...
In the days before his death, Ashley Baker said her boyfriend became increasingly anxious and distressed, and told her he had lost his entire life savings to...
May 11, 2026Open source
Police investigating shooting in Plant City; 1 person taken to hospital
As of 10 p.m. Saturday, law enforcement officials are still on scene in the area of E. Baker Street and Thonotosassa Road.
May 10, 2026Open source
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CAPE CORAL, Fla. (WINK) — A former Ida S. Baker High School teacher and coach has made his first court appearance on Friday after being arrested following...
May 8, 2026Open source
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A former Ida S. Baker High School teacher and coach is set to make his first court appearance on Friday after being arrested following allegations that he ki...
May 8, 2026Open source
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$15M waterfront park opens with parking, restrooms, more in this Florida Gulf Coast city
A new 14-acre park has officially opened in Destin as the city efforts expanding beach access for both residents and visitors.
May 5, 2026Open source
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Food truck permits, liability insurance may be required by county
The county Land Planning Agency considered two ordinances Thursday evening, including a proposed countywide ordinance regulating mobile food vendors that req...
May 14, 2026Open source
Is it really kosher? Here’s your guide to South Florida’s many Jewish food certifications
South Florida has an abundance of kosher restaurants, markets, bakeries, ice cream shops and factories, as well as many different agencies that monitor their...
May 7, 2026Open source
‘He thought he would be decapitated’: Injured Baltimore truck driver’s family speaks to plane crash
BALTIMORE, Maryland (WBAL) — An injured Baltimore bakery truck driver’s family is speaking out after Sunday’s crash involving a United Airlines plane i...
May 6, 2026Open source
Local pastry chef offers tips for Mother’s Day baking at homeWith Mother’s Day around the corner, makin...
Local pastry chef offers tips for Mother’s Day baking at homeWith Mother’s Day around the corner, making something at home can feel just as special as go...
May 2, 2026Open source
Gators host NCAA baseball regional, featuring Miami, in Gainesville
Florida secured the No. 8 national NCAA seed and will host Miami, Troy and Rider in the Gainesville Regional beginning Friday.
May 25, 2026Open source
South Floridians react as protests erupt in Havana over Raúl Castro indictment
Thousands gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Havana on Friday to protest the Justice Department’s indictment of former Cuban President Raul Castro, while...
May 23, 2026Open source
South Floridians react as protests erupt in Havana over Raúl Castro indictment
Thousands gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Havana on Friday to protest the Justice Department’s indictment of former Cuban President Raul Castro, while...
May 23, 2026Open source
The oldest Red Lobster location is closing after 56 years
The oldest continuously operating Red Lobster seafood restaurant, located in Tallahassee, Florida, will officially close on May 24.
May 20, 2026Open source
Allegiant adds new routes to Florida from Philadelphia, Trenton airports
Allegiant is adding eight new nonstop routes to Florida, including service from Philadelphia International Airport to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport
May 19, 2026Open source
Man shot by JSO charged with kidnapping, aggravated assault, domestic battery
A Jacksonville man who was shot by police and arrested on Thursday was charged with first-degree kidnapping with intent to inflict bodily harm, aggravated as...
May 18, 2026Open source
18 patients hospitalized during Ironman Jacksonville, including 7 cyclists: JFRD
According to numbers released Monday by the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, nearly 60 EMS calls were made during the weekend’s IRONMAN Jacksonvill...
May 18, 2026Open source
'Go Waves': Jacksonville Waves debut to sold-out crowd, marking new era in city sports
Fans packed VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena for the Waves' historic inaugural game. The debut highlights the growing popularity of women's athletics nationwide.
May 16, 2026Open source
'He should come forward': Sister of Jacksonville hit-and-run victim says threats continue amid suspect search
The sister of Savana Pendarvis, the 27-year-old killed in a hit-and-run on University Blvd., says she wants justice as the suspect remains at large for months.
May 16, 2026Open source
Florida woman faces federal charges for production, distribution of child pornography
26-year-old Alachua County woman has been indicted on 23 federal charges involving the production, distribution, and possession of child pornography.
May 13, 2026Open source
Florida lawmakers return to Tallahassee to pass long-delayed state budget
Florida lawmakers have returned to Tallahassee for a second special session to pass a long-overdue state budget after talks broke down in March.
May 13, 2026Open source
Jacksonville Waves women’s pro basketball team celebrates launch
The Jacksonville Waves professional basketball team is celebrating its official launch in the River City on Tuesday.
May 12, 2026Open source
Jacksonville City Council to vote on Winn-Dixie incentives that keep Harveys store
The company reversed its decision to close the West 48th Street store, which residents said would create a food desert.
May 12, 2026Open source
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Baker is in Okaloosa County, Florida.
Region: North Florida
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Asking Eric: Grandparents drive to Florida every year
Dear Eric: My grandparents spend the winter in Florida every year, traveling down from Michigan. They are very determined to drive themselves I think because...
May 26, 2026Open source
Gators host NCAA baseball regional, featuring Miami, in Gainesville
Florida secured the No. 8 national NCAA seed and will host Miami, Troy and Rider in the Gainesville Regional beginning Friday.
May 25, 2026Open source
Man dead, woman arrested for DUI after fatal crash in Brevard County
A 24-year-old man from Rockledge is dead after a fatal crash early Monday morning in Brevard County, the Florida Highway Patrol said. At approximately 1:05 a...
May 25, 2026Open source
‘It’s about recognizing those who paid the ultimate sacrifice’: Memorial Day in South Florida
Hundreds of young Boy Scouts, veterans, and families of those serving and the fallen, filled the bleachers at a Memorial Day ceremony at the Bergeron Rodeo G...
May 25, 2026Open source
Florida lawmakers reach final deal on state budget in special session
In a special session, Florida House and Senate leaders reached a final deal on the state budget. Legislators plan to approve the budget Friday and send it to...
May 25, 2026Open source
Hurricane season 2026: What is the Saffir-Simpson intensity scale?
How much damage can a Category 1 hurricane do vs. a Category 5 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson intensity scale? Plus examples of each that have hit Florida o...
May 25, 2026Open source
Florida is becoming a hotbed for reversing biological age
Wide-ranging studies and treatments to slow down or reverse biological age. Also in this month's Your Health column: women's thinning hair, an emergency care...
May 25, 2026Open source
Fernando Mendoza gets his UC Berkeley diploma in graduation ceremony surprise
Mendoza finished his coursework at Berkeley in three years before transferring to Indiana and leading Hoosiers to national championship in South Florida agai...
May 25, 2026Open source
Memorial Day weekend: Events, ceremonies and parties in Central Florida
Central Florida is hosting Memorial Day ceremonies, races and community events this weekend.
May 24, 2026Open source
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