HealthCDC reports U.S. drug overdose deaths drop for first time in 5 year Joshua Schumacher | World News Group May 20, 2024Overdose deaths dropped by three percent in 2023.
NewsHead-on crash kills 1, injures 2 in Chiefland Staff Reports May 18, 2024FHP investigating cause of crash.
Government + PoliticsGainesville votes on ballot initiative despite concerns by GRU attorney Seth Johnson May 17, 2024Initiative would ask if voters want to eliminate GRU Authority.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis appoints 5 new GRU Authority members following resignations Seth Johnson May 16, 2024New authority includes two former members.
CrimeDunnellon man charged with manslaughter for Marion County bus crash Seth Johnson May 16, 2024Eight people died after bus with farm workers overturned on Tuesday.
NewsGainesville man dies in single-vehicle crash Staff Reports May 15, 2024Vehicle driver in serious condition.
NewsConstruction underway at Veterans Memorial Park Seth Johnson May 15, 2024Project to add parking lot, new playground should finish in July.
NewsUpdate: Troopers arrest driver for DUI after crash leaves 8 dead Staff Reports May 14, 2024Bus collides with Ford Ranger on State Road 40.
Government + PoliticsNewberry staff to assist with charter conversion application Glory Reitz May 13, 2024EFN plans to open in 2025, opposition still says vote failed.
CrimeLake City man arrested after traffic collision injures police officer Staff Reports May 13, 2024Columbia County Sheriff’s Office deputy apprehends suspect who flees accident scene on foot.
EducationMildred Russell dies after battle with cancer Seth Johnson May 13, 2024Russell served as minister, school board member.
CrimeFormer Bell teacher found guilty of capital sexual battery C.J. Gish May 13, 2024Teacher to be sentenced on July 30.
NewsGainesville man receives 2 life sentences for multiple robberies Staff Reports May 13, 2024Investigators tied man to nine robberies in Alachua County, one in Bradford County.
NewsOrange Park man dies in Levy County collision Staff Reports May 13, 2024Williston man, Jacksonville man sustained serious injuries from Saturday crash.
Government + PoliticsGainesville fences Lynch Park as part of refresh efforts Seth Johnson May 10, 2024Multiple homeless individuals moved from park to shelter.
NewsAlachua County monitors fiber installations, bans two subcontractors Seth Johnson May 10, 2024Subcontractors found violating installation requirements.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs passes final vote for Priest Theatre purchase Seth Johnson May 9, 2024Alcohol special permits receives first vote.
HealthHCA breaks ground on new hospital Glory Reitz May 9, 2024Healthcare corporation also celebrates grand opening of emergency room.
NewsChemical spill north of Gainesville on I-75 stops traffic Staff Reports May 9, 2024Incident occurs Thursday morning near southbound mile marker 391.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County hears initial budgets by constitutional officers Seth Johnson May 8, 2024County manager to present proposed budget in July.
EducationP.K. Yonge to open preschool this fall Staff Reports May 8, 2024First class will take 20 students.
EducationGNV4ALL receives $35K grant from Rosen Foundation C.J. Gish May 8, 2024Orlando philanthropist awards funds for Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center.
BusinessTikTok sues U.S. over potential ban Travis K. Kircher | World News Group May 8, 2024TikTok calls new law signed by President Joe Biden a violation of First Amendment.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis visits UF, touts Florida’s response to campus protests Seth Johnson May 8, 2024Florida opens door for more transfer students.