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Zimmerman defense releases texts, more photos of Trayvon Martin Video included

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George Zimmerman's defense attorneys have released photos and text messages from Trayvon Martin's cell phone ahead of a hearing that will determine whether they can be used at Zimmerman's trial. More>>

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Invisible ink can help track stolen valuables Video included

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The ink is called "Cop Dots" and the Lakeland Police Department is the first law enforcement agency in central Florida to start using it. More>>

Teens escape abduction attempt in broad daylight

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A man apparently tried to grab two teenage girls who were jogging in the Bloomingdale East neighborhood on Natures Way Boulevard – a main road in the area. More>>

Boy Scouts vote on policy toward openly gay boys

In one of their most dramatic choices in a century, local leaders of the Boy Scouts of America voted Thursday on whether to ease a divisive ban and allow openly gay boys to be accepted into the nation's leading youth... More>>

Survey Okla. tornado damage on interactive map

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The tech wizards at Google have created an interactive map showing the damage from Monday's deadly tornadoes in Oklahoma. More>>

2 wars, 1 POW

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He is one of only two men in history to be held as a prisoner of war in both World War II and Vietnam.  FOX 13's Lloyd Sowers tells the story that was held secret for many years.   More>>

'Emaciated' animals seized from Pasco home

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The animals may have been left alone for up to a week, according to the Pasco County Sheriff's Office. More>>

Bartow man accused of molesting child for 3 years

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Jon A. Klein faces a number of sex charges, including molestation of a child under the age of 12. More>>

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  • Thursday, May 23 2013 5:36 AM EDT2013-05-23 09:36:36 GMT
    He is one of only two men in history to be held as a prisoner of war in both World War II and Vietnam.  FOX 13's Lloyd Sowers tells the story that was held secret for many years.  
    He is one of only two men in history to be held as a prisoner of war in both World War II and Vietnam.  FOX 13's Lloyd Sowers tells the story that was held secret for many years.  

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:40:31 GMT
    Your refrigerator doesn't have to die young. Neither does your dishwasher.
    Your refrigerator doesn't have to die young. Neither does your dishwasher. So why do they so often fail so early in their life? Experts say improper care is the death nail.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:29 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:29:55 GMT
    Thousands of dogs are deployed all over the world, as part of the armed forces. When that service is over, there is a family waiting to give them a well-deserved retirement.
    Thousands of dogs are deployed all over the world, as part of the armed forces. When that service is over, there is a family waiting to give them a well-deserved retirement.
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  • Children's Miracle Network Hospitals raises money for 170 children's hospitals across North America, which, in turn, use the money where it's needed the most.
    Children's Miracle Network Hospitals raises money for 170 children's hospitals across North America, which, in turn, use the money where it's needed the most.
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