State launches investigation into ACPS mask policy
In interviews on MSNBC and CNN this week, Alachua County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Carlee Simon said she would continue to do what she believes is […]
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State launches investigation into ACPS mask policy
In interviews on MSNBC and CNN this week, Alachua County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Carlee Simon said she would continue to do what she believes is […]
Flags to lower in honor of late commissioner
Both the American and Florida flag will fly at half-staff in front of the Levy County Courthouse, Williston City Hall and the state Capitol in Tallahassee […]
BOCC expresses frustration over DeSantis actions
Experts from the University of Florida Emerging Pathogens Institute say time is running out. Alachua County Commissioners say they have no power due to Florida Gov. […]
Potential Tropical Cyclone 6 picks up speed
The National Hurricane Center released an advisory Tuesday forecasting a Potential Tropical Cyclone 6 that could become a tropical storm that threatens Florida this weekend. The […]
School officials unveil revitalized Metcalfe
Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) staff cut the ribbon for the opening of Metcalfe Elementary School on Monday morning. With the 2021-22 school year starting Tuesday, […]
Legal filings take aim at school mask mandate ban
Two legal complaints filed Friday are asking separate courts to strike down Gov. Ron DeSantis’ recent executive order and a health rule that allows for parents […]
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, […]
Enhanced data set shows sharp vaccine increase
Alachua County is working with local hospitals to publish daily COVID-19 data that includes adult and pediatric hospitalizations, percentage of admitted patients who are unvaccinated, and ambulance transports. […]
Gainesville votes to challenge HB 1 in court
The Gainesville City Commission voted 4-3 late Thursday to approve filing a lawsuit challenging a portion of the state’s Combatting Public Disorder Act. The law, also […]
Gainesville requires city employees to get vaccinated
Employees of the City of Gainesville will be required to get vaccinated as a condition of their employment following a 4-3 commission vote Thursday night. The […]
City punts on new open container law
As the clock approached midnight on Thursday, the Gainesville City Commission delayed its final vote to lift the open container ordinance until its August 19 meeting. […]
Alachua County declares state of emergency
Alachua County has again declared a state of emergency over the COVID-19 pandemic, citing the recent spike in case numbers and hospitalizations. “We urge all residents […]
Newberry gets early voting site for 2022 election
A boom in housing in the Newberry and Jonesville area is the catalyst for establishing an additional early voting site for the 2022 general election. Alachua […]
Levy County braces for heavy rainfall, flooding
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a heavy rainfall threat Wednesday for Levy and several other coastal counties. Abundant moisture combined with a stalled frontal boundary […]
Theus: County rescue teams witnessing COVID surge
Alachua County Fire Rescue Chief (ACFR) Harold Theus acknowledged on Tuesday that the county rescue staff is witnessing firsthand the surge of COVID-19 and the impact […]
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 […]
Rally gives away 3,000 backpacks, promotes peace
Volunteers clad in purple T-shirts handed out backpacks and gun locks at the 22nd annual Stop the Violence Back to School rally held Saturday at Citizens […]
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 […]
GPD confirms injury accident at 13th and University
The Gainesville Police Department (GPD) on Friday confirmed an accident involving an injury on 13th Street at West University, but provided little in way of information […]
COVID patients pouring into local hospitals
Surging COVID-19 numbers are leading local hospitals to shift resources to meet sharply rising demand. On Wednesday UF Health Shands Hospital reported 107 COVID-positive patients, almost […]
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 […]
West End redevelopment application set to expire
The application that would allow a developer to build 487 residential units on the defunct West End Golf Course expires tonight at midnight. As of noon […]
Local protesters rally to support Cubans
Cries of “Abajo la dictadura!” rang out amidst honks from passing cars as a group of protesters stood at the corner of University Avenue and 13th […]