University of Florida bans 'Gator Bait' chant because of its 'horrific historic racist imagery'
President Kent Fuchs outlined a plan that will address racism inequity on campus.
University of Florida asks judge to toss out potential lawsuit over tuition refunds
Attorneys for the trustees last week filed a 17-page motion to dismiss the case, which alleges breach of contract and “unjust enrichment” by the university after students were forced to take online classes to finish the spring semester.
University of Florida releases proposed reopening plan for students, staff
The University of Florida (UF) released its plan to reopen in the fall to students, staff and faculty.
Report: UF rescinds admissions offer to prospective student over social media post
The University of Florida has rescinded an admissions offer to a prospective student who posted a racial comment on social media.
Coastal Flood Advisory in effect along the Florida Gulf Coast
Storm surge watch in effect along the Florida Gulf Coast
Waitress pays young couple's meal at Central Florida restaurant with hopeful message attached
Tailor Stewart and her boyfriend, Tellis Baker, were eating at a restaurant on Sunday in Gainesville, Florida. When the bill came, they got a surprise.
Free meal and a message to young couple at diner
Tailor Stewart and her boyfriend, Tellis Baker, were eating at a restaurant on Sunday in Gainesville, Florida. When the bill came, they got a surprise.
Skateboarders defy city, clearing mulch off closed course placed there as deterrent
A park in Gainesville is reopening in phases, but a section for skaters still remains closed. To discourage kids from using it, the city dumped mulch on the bowls; however, a group of skating enthusiasts came out and shoveled away the mulch.
Skateboarders clear mulch from closed skate park
A park in Gainesville is reopening in phases, but a section for skaters still remains closed. To discourage kids from using it, the city dumped mulch on the bowls; however, a group of skating enthusiasts came out and shoveled away the mulch.
Florida couple and son, 6, recovering from COVID-19
For Trent and Irish Porter, 2020 may be the most unforgettable year that they would give anything to forget. The couple and their son are all recovering after suffering from COVID-19.
Florida couple and son, 6, recovering from COVID-19
For Trent and Irish Porter, 2020 may be the most unforgettable year that they would give anything to forget. The couple and their son are all recovering after suffering from COVID-19.
Univ. of Florida looks at testing students for COVID-19
University of Florida officials on Tuesday said they are considering testing 500 to 1,000 students a day for COVID-19 as the school looks at plans to reopen campus in the fall semester.
Coronavirus concerns in nursing homes
Nursing homes in Florida have been locked down since March, but there are still cases reported at long term care facilities.
Toddler rescued after Amber Alert search ends in crash on I-4; suspect in in custody after stand-off with police
A toddler who was the subject of an Amber Alert in both Florida and Georgia has been rescued by authorities in the Tampa Bay area and the man accused of taking him and killing three people in Georgia is in custody following a stand-off with police.
Seminole, Alachua counties ask residents to report social distancing violators
Central Florida counties are asking their residents to "see something, say something," when it comes to COVID-19 dangers.
Stay-at-home order in effect for Gainesville
An emergency stay-at-home order for the City of Gainesville is now in effect amid concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.
Florida Dept. of Health announces fourth death from COVID-19
The Florida Department of Health says that there are 77 positive COVID-19 cases in the state.
Coronavirus preparations at UF, UCF
The University of Florida is telling instructors they should consider moving classes online, in preparation for a possible outbreak of the coronavirus.
UF tells students to 'self-quarantine' after canceling study abroad program in Italy over coronavirus fears
The UF senior had to return home after the school canceled their study abroad program in Italy. Then, while on the way home, UF told him and his classmates to "self-quarantine" once back in the states.
Missing 2-year-old Florida girl found, said to be fine, deputies say
Deputies said the two-year-old girl has been located and is fine.