2 - The Independent Florida Alligator

Former Florida and current New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso leads all rookies with 19 home runs, 44 RBIs and 56 hits.

SPORTS | BASEBALL

Gators in MLB: June update

By Dylan O'Shea | June 3, 2019

The odds of making a Major League Baseball roster coming out of college are miniscule.

Shelters on campus open based on the circumstance and are usually not all opened at the same time.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF prepares for hurricane season

By Meleah Lyden | June 3, 2019

UF emphasizes the importance of personal preparedness.

Chicago Cubs' Albert Almora Jr., right, is comforted by Jason Heyward after hitting a foul ball into the stands during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros Wednesday, May 29, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

SPORTS | COLUMNS

It’s time to extend the netting in MLB stadiums

By Sam's Strike Zone | June 3, 2019

I generally consider myself a baseball purist.

NEWS | CAMPUS

SEC lifts ban on alcohol sales at sporting events

By Sarah Morton | June 3, 2019

Bottoms up, bottoms up, UF might be able to fill your cup.

Frank Gore has spent 14 years in the National Football League and has accumulated 14,478 rushing yards, the fourth-highest total in history.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Is Frank Gore a Hall of Famer?

By The Extra Point | June 3, 2019

The Pro Football Hall of Fame is always sure to bring controversy.

Stellar pitching from Kelly Barnhill and consistent hitting from Amanda Lorenz led UF to a WCWS berth.

SPORTS | SOFTBALL

Gators celebrate Barnhill and Lorenz, look ahead to future

By Jack Braverman | June 3, 2019

There are many positives to take away from this year’s Florida softball team despite Saturday’s season-ending loss to Alabama.

The Gators' streak of four-straight trips to the College World Series ended with Sunday's defeat to DBU.

SPORTS | BASEBALL

Youth and the loss of key pieces caused Florida to fall short of Omaha

By Evan Lepak | June 3, 2019

Florida’s season didn’t end at the College World Series.

Leah Paxton waits alongside her fellow graduates Saturday morning during the class of 2019 commencement ceremony at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center. About 200 graduates attended for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences ceremony, which was held two weeks after the original commencement at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium was cancelled due to poor weather conditions.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Commencement task force releases report after six-month investigation

By Charlie Daffron | June 3, 2019

The 31-page report details ways UF can improve the ceremony for participants

As of Friday, there were 68 active wildfires in Florida statewide burning 1,542 acres.

METRO

Brush fires increase across Florida in last few weeks

By Ashley Lazarski | June 3, 2019

A lack of rainfall acts as a major culprit in the fight against fires

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Man arrested for battery against pregnant woman

By Rachael Schirmer | June 3, 2019

The report alleges he hit her with a metal beam

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Retired UF janitor charged with aggravated stalking

By Rachael Schirmer | June 3, 2019

He was removed and charged with trespassing

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF mumps outbreak reminds students to be on their guard

By Jason Zappulla | June 3, 2019

Thought vaccines had wiped out disease and cleared the way for a sickness-free future? Well, mumps came to UF to prove you wrong.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Art and the artist: should there be a separation?

By Amanda Martinez | June 3, 2019

Do we love our morals more than Kanye loves Kanye?

OPINION | EDITORIALS

Aliens need more attention

By Alligator Editorial Board | June 3, 2019

What happened to people’s fascination with the unknown?

NEWS | CAMPUS

Mumps outbreak among UF students

By Tori Whidden | June 3, 2019

So far 18 UF students have been diagnosed with mumps in May

METRO | CITY COUNTY COMMISSION

Newberry city commission votes to participate in solar project

By Rosmery Izaguirre | June 3, 2019

The commission voted to purchase up to one megawatt of solar power

Wil Dalton's two-run home run wasn't enough to keep UF's season alive.

SPORTS | BASEBALL

Florida’s season comes to an end with heartbreaking loss to DBU

By Evan Lepak | June 2, 2019

In a one-run game with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning, right fielder Kendrick Calilao stood just 90 feet away from home plate.

A conceptual model shows the design of a splash pad that will be constructed at Veterans Memorial Park

METRO | CITY COUNTY COMMISSION

Veterans Memorial Park receives donation for upgrades

By Dana Bryan | June 2, 2019

Expect the sound of children’s laughter and splashes of water to become the new normal if you live near Veterans Memorial Park.

METRO

New park allows walking access to Rock Bluff Springs

By Noura Al-Rajhi | June 2, 2019

You do not need a boat to have fun this summer: Rock Bluff Springs is now open for all.

Kelly Barnhill struggled on Saturday as UF's season came to an end.

SPORTS | SOFTBALL

Gators’ season ends in emotional defeat to Alabama

By Jack Braverman | June 1, 2019

Kelly Barnhill stood alone in the circle, poised and prepared to pick apart an Alabama offense she has defeated countless times in her celebrated career as a Gator.

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