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(11/09/09 11:00pm)
Three South Florida teenagers who stand accused of setting another teen on fire will be charged as adults, according to the Associated Press. Denver Jarvis and Matthew Bent, both 15, and Jesus Mendez, 16, were charged with one count each of attempted second-degree murder on Monday.
(11/08/09 11:05pm)
On Saturday night, the House of Representatives passed sweeping health care legislation in what President Barack Obama called "an historic moment for our nation and for American families."
(11/08/09 11:05pm)
The closest that the average UF student comes to seeing the working conditions on an American farm is the occasional visit to FarmVille. (Well, for some unfortunate souls, this has become an all-too-frequent visit.)
(11/06/09 12:15am)
Things have been extra crazy around campus recently. UF staff members and the public just won't let up with their barrage of absurd actions, baffling the Editorial Board. While we would never wish this feeling of helpless bewilderment on anyone, we do hope that the Student Body shares in at least some of our confusion. And it is on that note that we are proud to present you with a we-need-confirmation-that-it's-not-just-the-sleep-deprivation-that's-confusing-us edition of...
(11/04/09 11:30pm)
The most notable result of Tuesday's election was not the Republican wins in New Jersey or Virginia, but the continued push in voter initiatives rejecting same-sex marriage.
(11/03/09 11:30pm)
Last month, an interracial couple seeking a marriage license was turned away by a Louisiana justice of the peace on the grounds that their marriage was "mixed." The refusal was met with an eruption of criticism from civil rights groups and public officials, including Louisiana's governor, Bobby Jindal.
(11/03/09 11:25pm)
The death of Erin Pelton Monday night is a tragedy to say the least. A 2008 UF graduate with an animal biology degree, she aspired to become a veterinarian, and friends say she had a promising future.
(11/02/09 11:40pm)
With winter approaching, sunny skies give way to pale thighs for some UF students. But many trying to hold on to that elusive summer tan take excessive risks to retain it.
(11/02/09 11:40pm)
In September, UF spent about $3,500 to install hand sanitizers on campus. Hopefully Library West is well stocked, because they're about to experience a sharp increase in demand.
(11/02/09 1:45am)
As planning begins for the renovation and possible expansion of the Reitz Union, UF administrators and the Student Government must take care not to alienate students and faculty who are facing tough times.
(11/01/09 7:10am)
Good morning, Fest goers.
(10/31/09 10:00pm)
Here's another group of photos from Friday night featuring A Wilhelm Scream, Matt Kurz One, Torche and Morningbell.
(10/30/09 6:35pm)
The night is halfway over and we've already seen some fantastic performances at Fest 8. Here are some photos from the American Steel, The Catalyst, Safety and Japanther shows.
(10/30/09 1:00am)
The week is winding down at the Alligator as we prepare for Halloween, Florida-Georgia, the Fest, sleep... Fortunately, we've been working on our costumes all semester. Thanks to many long nights at the Alligator, accompanied by stimulant-fueled weekend study binges, we're happy to present you with a we-feel-like-zombies-every-day-so-we-don't-need-to-dress-up-for-Halloween edition of...
(10/27/09 11:10pm)
An Okeechobee man said he was fired from his cashier job at Home Depot for wearing a pin that read, "One nation under God."
(10/27/09 11:10pm)
The Gainesville City Commission's choice to enforce a 130-meal limit for St. Francis House this Thanksgiving shows how disconnected it is from many of Gainesville's residents.
(10/27/09 12:50am)
The owner of a hotel in Taos, N.M. has become the subject of national media coverage for his questionable management style.
(10/27/09 12:50am)
There is a time and place for everything.
(10/26/09 1:20am)
Last week, registration began for parents who want to purchase Florida prepaid college plans for their children.
(10/23/09 1:05am)
It's been a busy week at the Alligator (go figure). Just when we thought exams were over and all was quiet on the West University Avenue front, another parade took us by surprise. This time, it was a festival of suck that hit us like a dump truck loaded with your neighbor's rotten Wu-Tang pumpkin that he carved way too early and allowed to marinate in the sun...