Gov. DeSantis speaks at groundbreaking for University of Florida's Hamilton School
The school website also shows concept art for the transformation, which will include seminar rooms and a lecture hall and event space.
Taking precautions to protect plants from expected frost
With winds easing across Central Florida, residents are preparing for another cold night — and at Orlando’s Leu Gardens, that means taking extra steps to protect tropical plants.
Deputies shot, killed man who drew weapon at them, Alachua County Sheriff says
A suspect wanted on a felony warrant died after the sheriff's office said he didn't comply with investigators and pulled out a gun.
Florida teacher's use of gender-neutral title leads to state investigation, administrative leave
A Florida teacher has been placed on administrative leave after the state’s attorney general warned the district over the educator’s use of a gender-neutral title in the classroom.
'On Sight' looks to tackle gun violence in America
Gainesville is taking the next steps in its ongoing, innovative approach to preventing gun violence with a pair of efforts that blend culture, conversation and community action, including a live performance of the solo play "On Sight" by nationally recognized scholar and performer Dr. Micah Johnson. The free performance will take place Friday night at the Gainesville Police Department. Johnson joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about the event's purpose.
Gov. Ron DeSantis champions Florida's public education, universities
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to host a press conference Monday morning at the University of Florida (UF) in Gainesville.
Florida assistant football coach suspended for 3 games over pregame altercation
Florida Gators assistant football coach Jabbar Juluke was suspended for three games on Tuesday for his role in a pregame altercation ahead of the team’s loss to LSU.
Florida convicted felon killed in deputy-involved shooting following 40-minute standoff: Deputies
A Florida convicted felon is dead following a deputy-involved shooting that took place over the weekend after a 40-minute standoff, deputies say.
Florida felon arrested after fentanyl recovered in child's car seat, deputies say
A Florida convicted felon has been arrested again after he was pulled over during a traffic stop and found with fentanyl in an infant’s car seat, deputies said.
Teens rescued from broken-down vehicle near brush fire in Alachua County: Officials
Some teenagers were rescued on Saturday after their vehicle broke down where a brush fire sparked and was spreading, according to the Alachua County Fire Rescue department.
Florida teacher faces discipline after 'Most Likely to Become A Dictator' mock award sparks backlash
A teacher in Florida is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award, sparking backlash from the student’s family and state officials.
Gainesville police arrest three in Easter event shooting that killed 20-year-old woman
Gainesville police announced Tuesday that three men have been arrested in connection with the fatal Easter shooting at the TB McPherson Center that killed 20-year-old Ontaria Baisden.
Alachua teens arrested in attempted vehicle burglaries at apartment complex, police say
Four juveniles were arrested early Sunday after deputies said they attempted to break into vehicles at an apartment complex in Alachua County.
Education commissioner threatens sanctions against Alachua School District over free speech
Florida Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas sent the Alachua County School Board a letter threatening sanctions against the district for what he called a free speech violation.
Shots fired near University of Florida
Shots were fired Tuesday morning near the University of Florida (UF) campus in Gainesville, according to reports on the school's website. Authorities said no one has been injured during the incident so far, but the situation involves a barricaded suspect. West University Ave from 8th Street to 10th Street is currently shut down. The Human Resources building has been safely evacuated and will remain closed for the rest of the day. Officials said normal operations may resume on campus.
Man shot and killed by deputies after standoff near University of Florida campus, officials say
A man was shot and killed by deputies after an hours-long standoff on Tuesday near the University of Florida (UF) campus in Gainesville.
University of Florida researchers create device for detecting cell phone hacking: Meet 'Marlin'
Researchers at the University of Florida (UF) and ETH Zurich have created a device named “Marlin" to detect nearby attempts to spy on cell phone data.
Gov. DeSantis announces DOGE audit in Gainesville
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Tuesday morning in Gainesville. During the press conference, DeSantis announced on-site audits of city and county governments starting July 31, targeting areas with complaints from taxpayers of wasteful spending. Over the last five years, DeSantis said taxpayers in Gainesville have watched as the local government has increased burdens on property owners. He said there was more than $30 million in additional ad valorem tax collections, which represents an increase of almost 86% since 2020. He said part of the increased spending is in the Gainesville operating budget, which has expanded by more than $90 million a year.
Gainesville police continue to search for 2 suspects tied to Easter shooting
Gainesville police are still searching for a suspect seen on surveillance video opening fire during a chaotic shooting that left a woman dead at a community Easter egg hunt three months ago.
61-year-old Florida man arrested for battery, false imprisonment after multi-hour investigation: Deputies
A 61-year-old Florida man has been arrested for battery and false imprisonment after a multi-hour investigation, according to the Alachua County Sheriff's Office (ACSO).