Metro
UF student withdraws from Florida’s 2018 general election
By David Hoffman | May 15, 2017For Devin Perez, the decision to withdraw from Florida’s 2018 general election was not easy.
COVID-19
Metro
ACSO: Suspect arrested in New Jersey in Hawthorne homicide
By David Hoffman | May 15, 2017Deputies have named a suspect in the April shooting that left a Hawthorne woman dead.
Opinion
Tag yourself, I’m literally just trying
May 15, 2017As 2017 nears its half birthday, it is only fair for people to reach a progress report-type summary of successes and failures. Society collectively established 2016 as a bad year, even though life as a whole is a photo of us with a radial blur filter. The only ones who truly decide this fate of perpetual misfortune are us.
News
Study shows that dogs help children in managing stress
By Natalie Calvo | May 15, 2017One hundred children from Gainesville, ages 7 to 12, participated in a study published this month that measured children’s saliva for cortisol — a stress-sensitive hormone — before and after stressful activities.
Sports
Gators season cut short by heartbreaking loss to USC
By Jake Dreilinger | May 14, 2017Kygo’s “Stole The Show” blasted around the arena as emotions ran high for the Gators.
Sports
Gators complete sweep of 'Bama behind offensive outpour
By Dylan Dixon | May 14, 2017The fans at Sewell-Thomas Stadium couldn’t help but applaud for Jonathan India.
Sports
Strong doubles play carries Gators into Round of 16
By Spencer Thompson | May 14, 2017Tied at 40 all in the game and leading 5-0 in the match, Ingrid Neel stepped up to serve. With laser focus, the freshman struck the ball and delivered an ace, winning her doubles match 6-0 alongside partner Anna Danilina.
Sports
UF men's tennis sweeps first and second round opponents
By Mark Stine | May 13, 2017Hosting the first and second rounds of the NCAA Tournament, the UF men’s tennis team defeated both of its opponents in convincing fashion.
Sports
Gators wrap up SEC Outdoors, prepare for NCAA competition
By Andrew Huang | May 13, 2017Sharrika Barnett nearly caught Texas A&M’s Jaevin Reed in the last leg of the women’s 4x400 meter relay, the final event of the three-day SEC Outdoors Competition.
Sports
Gators blank Minutewomen in opening round of NCAA Tournament
By Spencer Thompson | May 13, 2017Peggy Porter’s name hasn’t been called often. In fact, the Dallas, Texas, native’s only match this spring came in the season-opener against Depaul on Jan. 28. However, when she was put on court six during Saturday’s opening round of the NCAA Tournament, it looked like she hadn’t missed a beat. Porter’s 6-2, 6-3 win over Massachusetts’s Brittany Collens clinched the match for the Gators, giving them a 4-0 victory to begin tournament play.
Sports
Florida lacrosse gearing up for NCAA Tournament
By Jake Dreilinger | May 13, 2017Last year’s postseason loss is still in the back of Florida’s mind.
Sports
Cameron wins shot put title, Gators roll on Day Two
By Andrew Huang | May 13, 2017After a half-hour rain delay that featured two PSAs from announcers alerting fans that a Ford Fusion and Nissan Maxima had left their lights on in the stadium parking lot, junior Lloydricia Cameron came through for the Gators.
Sports
Gators fall to Ole Miss in SEC Tournament quarterfinals
By Cassie Amundson | May 11, 2017Ole Miss right fielder Kylan Becker raced to first base after her decent hit headed straight towards Gators third baseman Aleshia Ocasio. To those watching, it seemed like it would be an easy out for Florida.
Sports
Gators look to rebound from loss to USF this weekend
By Dylan Dixon | May 11, 2017Kevin O’Sullivan has been around the block long enough to know that anything can happen in the game of baseball.
Sports
Florida claims share of first place in NCAA Regional
By Morgan McMullen | May 11, 2017Kelly Grassel would not be denied.
Sports
UF softball ready to kick off SEC Tournament against Ole Miss
By Skyler Lebron | May 11, 2017After a season-long conference grind, the No. 1 Florida softball team is preparing for an opportunity to become SEC Tournament champions.
Sports
Holloway leads Gators track and field into SEC Outdoor Championships
By Andrew Huang | May 11, 2017Mike Holloway is no stranger to success. Holloway, a UF graduate, has been involved with the Florida track and field team for 21 years.
Sports
UF men's tennis gears up to host NCAA Tournament
By Mark Stine | May 11, 2017Florida coach Bryan Shelton had a fantastic career at Georgia Tech.
Sports
Gators hungry to avenge losses in NCAA tournament
By Spencer Thompson | May 11, 2017Entering the NCAA tournament as the No. 1 seed in the field, senior Belinda Woolcock only has one word to describe what she and the Florida women’s tennis team feels like.
The Avenue
Not all releases are created equal for your summer playlist
By Mackenzie Duffy | May 10, 2017Consider Iggy Azalea’s “Fancy,” Omi’s “Cheerleader” and The Chainsmokers’ “Closer.” What do all of these songs have in common? They were all summertime releases that dominated the charts in 2014, 2015 and 2016, respectively. Summer is a big season for music releases since people are looking for soundtracks to their vacations, roadtrips and other activities. As the season gets closer, here are some recent releases to help you start curating your summer playlist.
