It is National Diabetes Awareness Month and it's no secret that the disease is having a disproportionate effect on minority and underserved communities. In episode 21 of Rooted in Progress, Dr. Kathryn Syed breaks down the disparities, symptoms , stigma and prevention. Type One diabetic and founder of the nonprofit organization, Diabaddie, Antoinette Watkins, also joined us. She explains how she's using her platform to empower young diabetics and send them to diabetes camp. ----- Connect with Rooted in Progress! Rooted in Progress on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3zeThMU Rooted in Progress on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3z5k66m Rooted in Progress on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3VLrRHg

The state is left with uncertainty after multiple Florida leaders like U.S. Senator Marco Rubio and U.S. Representative's Matt Gaetz and Mike Waltz were tapped to join the Trump Administration.

There are increasing questions from political figures surrounding President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Justice Department.

There are increasing questions from political figures surrounding President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Justice Department.

A Brandon couple is turning to 8 On Your Side after not having consistent water supply to their home for months.

The non-profit Arts In Motion has been providing rehearsal space for youth since 1995.

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Details affecting local, regional and national news events of the day are provided by the News Channel 8 Team as well as updates on weather and traffic.

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Help hard to find for washout-impacted Polk County family

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Louisville fire crews work to save man trapped in rubble

Tropical Storm Sara finally formed Thursday morning, and its future is becoming more clear. While it seems Sara is destined for the Gulf of Mexico next week, it looks like a weak storm at best by that time.