FSU community mourns after mass shooting kills two, injures six more
(04/21/25 10:15am)
Two people died and six were hospitalized after a shooting at Florida State University’s student union on April 17.
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Two dead, multiple people injured after FSU shooting
(04/17/25 10:05pm)
Two people died, and six were hospitalized after a shooting at Florida State University’s student union Thursday.
Gators flood the streets to celebrate national championship title
(04/09/25 2:39am)
When UF’s class of 2007 shared tales of what it was like to win a national title, current UF students brushed them off. The stories about climbing traffic lights, mounting roofs and shotgunning beers on police cars were nothing but a myth and a dream.
An ‘electric’ national championship, seen from the streets of Gainesville
(04/08/25 1:22am)
Florida took home its first national championship in 18 years after a neck-and-neck game between the Houston Cougars on Monday night. The Alamodome supported a boxing ring, much by Houston’s invention, and with a national championship hanging in the balance, top-seeded Florida and Houston traded haymakers.
Gators gone wild: Gainesville celebrates Auburn win
(04/07/25 11:00am)
When UF’s Final Four matchup against the Auburn Tigers ended in triumph, Gainesville roared. Students stormed the streets. Bar floors shook. Fireworks exploded. The Gators had just advanced to their first National Championship since 2007.
Live from Gainesville: UF watches Gators men’s basketball in the Final Four
(04/06/25 2:08am)
In San Antonio, Gators men’s basketball is gearing up to take on the Auburn Tigers on Saturday night. But back at home in Gainesville, Florida fans will have their eyes glued to the TV, whether that screen is at a bar, home or on campus.
SG election results: Vision dominates Senate seats, sweeps executive ticket
(02/27/25 6:08am)
Vision Party celebrated a landslide victory in the Student Senate and cleared the executive ticket contest Wednesday night.
Live updates: UF students hit the polls for final day of Student Government elections
(02/26/25 7:56pm)
UF students lined up at polling stations early Wednesday for the second and last day of Student Government elections. By the time polls close this evening, students will have decided which party will define campus policy.
Live updates: UF students vote in Student Government elections
(02/26/25 1:34pm)
UF students lined up at polling stations early Tuesday to shape the future of campus life by selecting which party will lead Student Government for the next year.
UF responds to audit findings on former President Ben Sasse’s spending
(02/11/25 9:43pm)
In a response to the Florida Auditor General’s recently released findings on former UF President Ben Sasse identifying overall unnecessary spending, the university acknowledged some wrongdoing but defended itself with a seven-page memo.
Live updates: Everything you need to know about Winter Storm Enzo
(01/21/25 8:42pm)
Winter Storm Enzo is forecasted to bring a rare bout of freezing rain and the possibility of sleet to Gainesville early Wednesday morning. Alachua County is under a freeze watch and winter storm warning from 7 p.m. Tuesday to 1.p.m. Wednesday.
Join us this Summer: Staff applications for The Alligator now open!
(12/02/24 5:28pm)
Are you interested in growing your career in media and communications? Are you ready to join a network with alumni at organizations like the New York Times, Washington Post and Wall Street Journal? The Independent Florida Alligator is looking for its next team of reporters, editors, photographers and more for the summer semester. Applications are due April 29 at 11:59 p.m.
Ukraine
(11/16/24 2:26am)
UF Ukraine Rebuilding Initiative members stand with Gainesville mayor to mark sister-city partnership Oct. 31, 2024.
ACTUALIZACIONES EN VIVO: Los votantes del condado de Alachua acuden a las urnas
(11/06/24 7:05am)
Hasta el martes a las 7 p.m., más de 30,679 residentes del condado de Alachua han votado el día de las elecciones. En general, el condado ha visto alrededor del 84% de participación electoral con la votación anticipada y las boletas por correo incluidas, o 137,739 boletas emitidas, según el rastreador de participación del condado.
LIVE UPDATES: Alachua County voters head to the polls
(11/05/24 6:42pm)
As of Tuesday at 7 p.m., over 30,679 Alachua County residents have voted on Election Day. Overall, the county has seen about 84% voter turnout with early voting and mail-in ballots included, or 137,739 ballots cast, according to the county’s turnout tracker.
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(10/31/24 3:32am)
James Bates, a linebacker on the Florida football team from 1992-1996, tackles a Georgia Bulldog during the 1995 game in Athens, Georgia. Courtesy to the Alligator from James Bates.
Florida Senate 2024 Voter Guide
(10/29/24 9:39pm)
There is one Florida Senate seat up for election on the Alachua County ballot: District 9.
Florida House of Representatives 2024 Voter Guide
(10/29/24 9:39pm)
Florida House District 10 encompasses all of Union, Bradford, Columbia and Baker counties. It also includes the northern half of Alachua County, with a small portion of the northernmost neighborhoods outside of Gainesville enveloped as well.
Alachua County Supervisor of Elections 2024 Voter Guide
(10/29/24 9:39pm)
The Alachua County Supervisor of Elections is responsible for setting up polling locations, educating voters, maintaining voter registration and verifying election results.
Alachua County Commission 2024 Voter Guide
(10/29/24 9:39pm)
District 1 includes the southernmost portion of Alachua County, including Archer and Micanopy, as well as sections of Paynes Prairie. Most Gainesville areas west of the Archer Road and Southwest 23rd Terrace intersection are part of District 1.
