The largest potential change to the Florida prison system failed to pass in the Florida Senate this week, but opponents to the bill are concerned that the fight isn't over.
A Gainesville-based women's roller derby league will be able to compete nationally now that it has been picked to join a national skating apprenticeship program.
University Police closed the first floor of North Hall for about six hours Wednesday after a student attempted suicide.
The City of Gainesville, a former Gainesville Police chief and a former GPD officer are being sued for allegations related to the secret videotaping of several women, some of whom were naked while they were filmed.
An Ocala man was tackled three times and tased by a Gainesville Police officer on Tuesday night after the officer found cocaine on him.
University Police are investigating a second possible hazing case that occurred two years ago.
The Florida Senate recently rejected a bill that would allow some children of undocumented immigrants to pay in-state tuition, but hope for immigrants might not be lost.
Two women were charged with domestic battery Monday night.
A routine traffic stop turned into a drug bust Monday night when an Alachua County Sheriff's deputy found 1.8 pounds of marijuana under a car's hood.
The Ronald McDonald House of Gainesville will need some helping hands next week.
A grassroots organization will finally see the fruits of its labor in the form of a renovated community center.
For the Saucermans, every day is Valentine's Day.
Gainesville Police arrested a drug dealer and a buyer Monday for stealing about $3,200 in electronics from local Walmarts in the past two weeks.
Gainesville's mayor is working to promote the president and keep Republicans in check.
The Alachua County Commission decided Tuesday to consider the costs of using other energy providers after learning that Gainesville Regional Utility's biomass contract will increase the county's utility bill.
A Gainesville man stole a car from a man who offered him a ride home.
Shands at UF is adding a second helicopter that will focus on calls from Marion County.
Jason Raikes, 26, died Jan. 29 in a series of wrecks on Interstate 75. He is one of 11 victims.
In response to recent local crimes, the Gainesville Dojo is offering training to those who want to learn how to protect themselves.
Cold temperatures, which started Friday night, will warm up to 73 degrees today and 78 degrees Wednesday.
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