U.S. finishes Olympics at top of medal count
President Joe Biden paid tribute to U.S. Olympic athletes over the weekend as the Summer Games came to a close. “I don’t think you’ll appreciate until […]
Two Saturday shootings leave 3 injured
Gainesville police officers responded to two shootings Saturday night that sent three people to UF Shands. As of Sunday evening, all victims are in stable condition, […]
UF Health experts to host back-to-school town hall
Parents and guardians who have questions about how to protect students from COVID-19 as they return to school can ask local medical experts for advice on […]
Biden announces new emissions standards
A new executive order from President Biden aims to have more than half of new vehicles powered by electricity by 2030. Top automakers, including Ford, General Motors, and […]
My Foodie Recipe: Hint of garlic refried beans
Sometimes when you are creating recipes or any food, just the right amount of spice is key! In fact, that’s true a lot of the time. […]
WHO fights COVID-19 booster shots
Germany recently announced it would start administering coronavirus boosters to the elderly, immunocompromised, and those who received single-dose vaccines. France said people who got vaccinated early […]
New York AG report confirms Cuomo misconduct
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced on Tuesday that a monthslong investigation found New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo engaged in a pattern of sexual harassment. […]
Infrastructure deal inches closer to reality
The 2,700-page Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act—the result of months of bipartisan negotiations—is moving closer to becoming a reality. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., kept […]
GPD looking for SUV used in drive-by shooting
The Gainesville Police Department (GPD) released a photo Monday of the vehicle used in the July 18th drive-by shooting at 8th Avenue Food Store that resulted […]
Sunday shooting injures 3 in downtown Gainesville
Three people were injured Sunday morning when shots were fired at a downtown Gainesville parking lot at 50 SW 1st Street. Gainesville Police Department (GPD) officers […]
Update: CCSO arrests deputy for theft
The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has arrested one of its own deputies for allegedly stealing money from a vehicle during a service call. The incident […]
ACPS touts higher than expected test scores
The irregular 2020-21 school year prompted angst over a “COVID slide” for students, but Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) said new data shows test scores did […]
Fleeing suspect dies in Lake City crash
A 40-year-old Lake City man died Wednesday night after crashing his vehicle while trying to evade law enforcement. A Columbia County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputy initiated […]
Businesses, government add vaccine mandates
As COVID-19 cases surge, President Joe Biden is expected to announce a requirement for all federal employees to get vaccinated or wear masks and undergo testing […]
CDC updates mask guidance as SBAC decision looms
Rochelle Walensky, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), pushed for “universal masking” at a Tuesday news conference. Given rising infections from the […]
U.S. approaches debt ceiling—again
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., threatened to keep the Senate in session over the weekend to wrap up negotiations on an infrastructure deal before the […]
UF Shands leads Florida hospitals in new ranking
A new ranking shows UF Health Shands Hospital leads the state as a top health-care facility, ranking in the top 50 in six medical specialties. According […]
Buchholz math team claims 13th national title
The Buchholz High School math team has won its 13th national championship in record-breaking fashion. Buchholz won top honors in the 2021 Mu Alpha Theta national competition, […]
COVID-19 vaccine mandatory for VA medical staff
Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough announced on Monday that he will require VA health care personnel to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. The order applies […]
UF Health, Scripps Research open integration talks
UF and Scripps Research announced Thursday that they are in talks to integrate the Florida-based branch of Scripps Research with the research arm of UF’s academic […]
Scooter rider hospitalized after crash with semi
A crash between a mobility scooter and semitrailer sent a 58-year-old Gainesville man to UF Shands with serious injuries, according to a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) […]
ACPS to add more nurses to battle COVID
In an ongoing effort to mitigate COVID-19, the Alachua County Health Department has hired 30 nurses to work at the Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) this […]
My Foodie Recipe: Baked mac ‘n’ cheese
Everyone needs a savory baked mac and cheese recipe to whip up, and that is what we will be mixing together in today’s episode. When assembling […]
U.S. life expectancy posts big drop in 2020
Life expectancy in the United States last year suffered its largest decline since World War II, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The […]