About 80 people hold candles and gather during a vigil on Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021 for those killed in the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting three years ago.

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‘I was just so lost’: Gainesville residents look for change amid recent mass shootings

By Fernando Figueroa | May 26

ACPS recently arrested a student for bringing a loaded gun to a middle school and mistakenly warned of an active shooter. A neighboring university also sent out an accidental tweet alerting residents and students of a life-threatening situation on campus. The district has not updated its procedures since Tuesday’s elementary school shooting in Texas.

CAMPUS | STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Tense Senate meeting addresses abuse of power investigation

By Sandra McDonald | May 26

METRO | CRIME

Newberry stabbing suspect arrested

By Omar Ateyah | May 24

Police are looking for a Newberry man who stabbed a woman Monday morning.

There were no reported injuries following Monday's crash.

METRO | BREAKING NEWS

RTS bus crashes into gatehouse at entrance of Cabana Beach apartment complex

By Omar Ateyah | May 24

An RTS bus crashed into Cabana Beach apartment complex’s gatehouse Monday morning.

UF President Kent Fuchs addresses the Board of Trustees in 2020. He announced he would step down from his role at the beginning of the Spring semester.

CAMPUS | UF ADMINISTRATION

UF’s presidential search continues

By Anushka Dakshit | May 23

The university will host four listening sessions in the next two days as a part of the search for the ...

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Parts of the walkway in front of Norman Hall are blocked off due to aggressive attacks from hawks on pedestrians. A sign with safety tips is seen on Sunday, April 17.

Hawks plunge at pedestrians in the Norman Hall area

By Lily Kino | Apr. 18

Emma Bissell thought a frisbee whacked her head outside Normal Hall. But frisbees don't leave talon marks. The 20-year-old UF telecommunications sophomore was attacked by a hawk in January. On Wednesday morning, UF’s College of Education sent an email warning students to be wary when walking in the Norman Hall area.

Law students, attorneys reflect on Ketanji Brown Jackson’s confirmation

By Carissa Allen | Apr. 11

Pinned plans: Pivotal architecture showcase returns to campus

By Fernando Figueroa | Apr. 11

UF graduate assistants protest for better wages

By Gregorio Ruiz-Perez | Apr. 4

Masks off? Students, professors hesitate to follow UF’s relaxed masking policy

By Alligator Staff report | Mar. 28

Sports

Florida's Ben Shelton celebrates on Feb. 21, 2021 against Auburn. The sophomore clinched a national championship Saturday.

Sophomore sensation Ben Shelton wins NCAA Singles Championship

By Brenda Bogle | 2:49pm

Shelton displayed great toughness as he was named the 2022 NCAA Singles National Champion Saturday.

Ficarrotta deals, Gators advance to Semis in win over Tide

By Carson Cashion | 2:15pm

Florida missteps against Hokies in NCAA Super Regionals, fall 6-0

By Brenda Bogle | 11:00am

Gators avoid elimination, top Razorbacks 7-5

By Carson Cashion | May 27

Florida volleyball 2022 schedule released

By Brandon Hernandez | May 27

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Mar. 28

On St. Patrick's Day, about 100 people attended "Dia Day," a celebration of the late artist Bo Diddley, at Bo Diddley Plaza. The event featured a musical and fashion show that revolved around art including sculpting, hair braiding, live painting and clothing design all on one stage. Kristen McDaniel, the granddaughter of Bo Diddley, embraced the community outreach and artistry of the event that her late grandfather stood for.

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'Dia Days': The grand showcase of artistry

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Artist Danny B emcees a Muck City Showcase in front of an electric crowd Saturday, April 23, 2022 at the Fox Lounge.

Muck City Showcases: A family of creatives

By Amanda Friedman | May 23

Muck City Showcases is a local artist showcase circuit aiming to uplift smaller local musicians started by Danny B. Hodges Jr. in January. The shows are held at small businesses and feature dozens of artists from across the state.

Rate and review: ‘Harry’s House’

By Averi Kremposky | May 21

The Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Green Day’s ‘American Idiot’

By Averi Kremposky | May 19

Local art collective Artithesis merges psychology and art

By Allyssa Keller | May 16

An Avenue roundtable: Hot GNV Summer

By Avenue Staff | May 16

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Difficult moments; they’ll pay off

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Over my time at The Alligator, I’ve learned to cherish every moment. However, to me, it isn’t only about appreciating time. It is learning to accept, revere and grow from the hardest.

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‘I was just so lost’: Gainesville residents look for change amid recent mass shootings

Tense Senate meeting addresses abuse of power investigation

Newberry stabbing suspect arrested

RTS bus crashes into gatehouse at entrance of Cabana Beach apartment complex

UF’s presidential search continues

‘We’re the forgotten side of town’: Food deserts in East Gainesville

Gainesville begins "Journey to Juneteenth" by celebrating Florida's Emancipation Day

UF professor sues university after losing Fall semester classes

News

Hawks plunge at pedestrians in the Norman Hall area

Law students, attorneys reflect on Ketanji Brown Jackson’s confirmation

Pinned plans: Pivotal architecture showcase returns to campus

UF graduate assistants protest for better wages

Masks off? Students, professors hesitate to follow UF’s relaxed masking policy

Sports

Sophomore sensation Ben Shelton wins NCAA Singles Championship

Ficarrotta deals, Gators advance to Semis in win over Tide

Florida missteps against Hokies in NCAA Super Regionals, fall 6-0

Gators avoid elimination, top Razorbacks 7-5

Florida volleyball 2022 schedule released

Multimedia & Podcasts

Gainesville intern is brining Gen-Z to deathcare

Masks off? Students, professors hesitate to follow UF’s masking policy

'Dia Days': The grand showcase of artistry

The Avenue

Muck City Showcases: A family of creatives

Rate and review: ‘Harry’s House’

The Gainesville Community Playhouse presents Green Day’s ‘American Idiot’

Local art collective Artithesis merges psychology and art

An Avenue roundtable: Hot GNV Summer

Opinions

Difficult moments; they’ll pay off

Part of history

Gambling with imposter syndrome

An unexpected second home

Student Government overspends on Roddy Ricch