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Officers Andrew Barajas #1296, Christian Crespo #1278, Darian Diaz #1286, Sydney Harper #1295 and Elwood Leonard #1293 sit during the swearing in ceremony at the Gainesville Police Department in Gainesville, Fla. on June 5, 2026. (Photo by Riana Sage)

Riana Sage

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By Riana Sage | 4:28pm

Officers Andrew Barajas #1296, Christian Crespo #1278, Darian Diaz #1286, Sydney Harper #1295 and Elwood Leonard #1293 sit during the swearing in ceremony at the Gainesville Police Department in Gainesville, Fla. on June 5, 2026. (Photo by Riana Sage)

As the United States engages in more conflicts around the world, Americans are starting to wonder if their tax dollars could be better spent at home.

Henry A. Moore

War and Attention

By Henry A. Moore | 9:35pm

As the United States engages in more conflicts around the world, Americans are starting to wonder if their tax dollars could be better spent at home.

Kaley Mantz

Afternoon Restaurant was recognized in the Michelin Guide for Florida in Gainesville, Fla., on Friday, June 5, 2026.

By Kaley Mantz | June 5

Afternoon Restaurant was recognized in the Michelin Guide for Florida in Gainesville, Fla., on Friday, June 5, 2026.