Business
Cox Communications Invites Local Nonprofits to Apply for Cox Charities Grants
Employee-funded grants support STEAM education, equal opportunity, and sustainability initiatives in Central Florida
Hundreds Attend Grand Opening of Bricks & Minifigs Lego Store in Gainesville
New Lego specialty shop in Newberry Square plaza draws big crowds on opening day.
Community Foundation of North Central Florida Awards $6M in Grants, Adds New Directors
The foundation reports strong growth in 2025, supporting local education and mental health initiatives.
Lifestyle
UF Faces Scrutiny Over Faculty Interference Probe
Closure of investigation into six faculty members raises concerns about academic freedom and state influence
Driller Recounts Dangers On and Off the Job
Veteran driller shares stories of workplace and personal safety mishaps
Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization Holds February Meeting
Agenda includes transit plan updates, new positions, and board appointments
Crime
Florida Teen Accused of Setting Friend on Fire During Gasoline Prank
Disturbing video shows the teen pouring gasoline on his friend as peers laughed
Teen Arrested After Video Shows Him Setting Another Teen on Fire
Gasoline used to ignite blaze that left victim with severe burns
Gainesville Woman Charged with Welfare Fraud
Accused of falsely obtaining over $14,000 in SNAP and Medicaid benefits
Health
Measles Exposure Reported at University of Florida
Two confirmed cases in Alachua County prompt investigation and vaccination push
Scientists Warn These 2 Viruses Could Become The Next Pandemic
Experts say influenza D and canine coronavirus pose respiratory disease threats to humans, but more surveillance and testing is needed.
Tragic Death of 2-Year-Old Gainesville Special Needs Child at Shands Hospital
Family mourns loss of De'Markus Jeremiah Page after preventable medical errors at University of Florida hospital
Sports
Gators Baseball Coach Kevin O'Sullivan Returns After Suspension
After a turbulent end to the 2025 season, the veteran coach is rejuvenated and ready to lead Florida for his 19th year.
Florida EDGE LJ McCray looks to bounce back from injury-plagued season
Third-year player faces high expectations under new position coach Gerald Chatman
Florida Baseball Coach Kevin O'Sullivan Aims for 'Best Version' After Leave
O'Sullivan used a two-month break to change his daily routine and eliminate old habits ahead of his 19th season with the Gators.
