Florida man berated, abused child for 28 minutes over missing couch cushion, deputies say

A Florida man is accused of child abuse after he allegedly screamed obscenities and physically abused a child over a displaced couch cushion, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.

Tampa organization supporting sick kids
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FOX 13's Mark Wilson highlights the Little Saint Nick Foundation as they provide gifts to sick children in the Tampa Bay region this holiday season.

Lithium ION battery fire danger warning
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FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports on St. Pete firefighters issuing warnings to those who receive holiday gifts that contain lithium-ion batteries as they can cause fires and explosions if they were to expand.

Couple tracks down hit-and-run driver
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FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports that a Hillsborough County couple tracked down the driver involved in a Nov. 8 hit-and-run on I-75 near Gibsonton Drive with the help of dash camera video and social media.

Sebring bank shooter receives death penalty
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FOX 13's Kim Kuizon reports on the Sebring bank shooter Zephen Xaver being formally sentenced for murdering five people 'execution-style' in a 2019 bank shooting.

Madison, Wisconsin school shooting: What’s known about the suspect

The alleged shooter was identified as 15-year-old female student Natalie Rupnow, who attended Abundant Life Christian School.

DIY Christmas ornaments
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Ritu Haldar shows FOX 13's Laura Moody how to make your own Christmas ornaments.

Charlotte County deputy killed in line of duty
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FOX 13's Carla Bayron heard from the Sheriff who is remembering Corporal Diaz as a great friend and cop.

Long-time Tampa city worker brings holiday feel to her workspace
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If you visit Lorraine Eden?s office cubicle during the month of December, it?s easy to tell that it?s Christmas season, thanks to a bevy of decorations.

Madison, Wisconsin school shooting: What’s known about the victims

The alleged shooter was identified as 15-year-old female student Natalie Rupnow, who attended Abundant Life Christian School.

Florida Senator Randy Fine files bill to ban political flags in government buildings

Florida State Senator Randy Fine (R-Melbourne Beach) has introduced legislation to prohibit the display of political and ideological flags in government buildings, including schools. 

Man accused of attempted murder, allegedly set Texas home on fire with 3 kids inside

A man who lived in Fulshear, Texas is accused of intentionally setting his house on fire while his three children were inside. Fulshear is a small community west of Houston.

Coast Guard rescues missing jet skier
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A man who vanished after falling from a jet ski in rough South Florida waters was rescued after being spotted clinging to a rock.

Salvation Army Angel Tree program meets goal
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Families who may not be able to put something under the Christmas tree are getting help from the Salvation Army.

Watch: Clearwater's 50th Anniversary Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
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FOX 13's Laura Moody was the grand marshal for the 50th annual boat parade in Clearwater. All proceeds raised through sponsorships for the parade will go toward sailing classes at the Clearwater Community Sailing Association for children in the Boys & Girls Club of the Suncoast.