Gainesville woman sentenced to 7 years for DUI manslaughter in 2024 crash: Officials
A Gainesville woman has been sentenced to seven years in prison for DUI manslaughter in connection with a 2024 crash that killed a 53-year-old passenger, authorities said.
2 kids locked in Florida shed without food or water, police say; 2 women arrested
Two young children were found abandoned inside a shed for several hours without food or water – and with access to a large hunting knife – while their mother and grandmother left to do errands, according to the Alachua Sheriff's Office.
Alachua County stabbing leaves three with life-threatening injuries
Three people were hospitalized with life-threatening injuries following a stabbing incident in Alachua County on Saturday, according to the sheriff’s office.
Bahama Breeze shuts down Daytona Beach, Gainesville locations amid chain-wide cuts
Bahama Breeze has abruptly closed 15 of its restaurants nationwide this week, including locations in Daytona Beach and Gainesville, as the chain shifts focus to better-performing sites.
Walmart employee shot inside Florida store in front of wife and kids, police say
Gunfire rang out inside a Gainesville Walmart on Wednesday night when police said punches were thrown during an argument.
University of Florida students rally for stronger gun laws after deadly school shooting
The University of Florida's chapter of Students Demand Action hosted a vigil on Wednesday for those lost in the Florida State University shooting, as well as demanded action be taken to ensure stricter gun laws in Florida.
Shooting at Easter event in Gainesville leaves three injured; police seeking suspect
A shooting at an Easter event in Gainesville on Sunday night left three people injured, including one with life-threatening wounds, according to the Gainesville Police Department.
18 Florida sexual predators and offenders arrested in 2 major operations, FDLE says
Through two major operations, 18 sexual predators and sexual offenders were recently arrested, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement says.
Florida 11-year-old boy points gun at 2, attempts to steal cars: deputies
An 11-year-old Florida boy has been arrested after he allegedly pointed a gun at two people in an attempt to steal their cars, the Alachua County Sheriff's Office said.
University of Florida helps cat defy odds after being hit by car
University of Florida small animal surgery residents help a rescue cat overcome injuries likely sustained from being hit by a car.
Florida I-75 crash leaves man dead, woman and 4 children hurt: FHP
A man is dead and five others, including children, were injured following a crash on I-75 in Florida Monday afternoon, authorities said.
2 dead in apparent murder-suicide shooting in Florida: police
Police are investigating following an apparent murder-suicide that occurred over the weekend in Gainesville, authorities said.
Gainesville Walmart standoff ends after 6 hours; person in custody, police say
A Walmart Supercenter and nearby businesses in Gainesville, Florida, were evacuated for hours on Saturday after someone barricaded themselves inside a trailer in the parking lot, and fired shots, according to the Gainesville Police Department.
Florida deputies still searching for answers in cold case murder 40 years later
Deputies said they still are searching for answers in a cold case murder that took place 40 years ago today in Florida.
Firefighters contain blaze at hoarder home in Gainesville; no injuries reported
Units from Alachua County Fire Rescue and Gainesville Fire Rescue responded to a residential fire on Sunday.
Former Florida Gators, NFL player arrested on drug and weapons charges: Deputies
Deputies said they have arrested a former Florida Gators defensive end and ex-NFL player on charges involving drugs and weapons.