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Man riding bicycle hit, killed in crash on SR-26 in Alachua County

Read full article: Man riding bicycle hit, killed in crash on SR-26 in Alachua County

A man riding a bicycle was killed in a crash Wednesday night on State Road 26 in Alachua County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

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Wrong-way driver crashes head-on with Florida deputies while experiencing medical emergency, sheriff’s office says

Read full article: Wrong-way driver crashes head-on with Florida deputies while experiencing medical emergency, sheriff’s office says

A video posted to social media by the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office shows the moment a wrong-way driver crashed head-on with a deputy while experiencing a medical emergency.

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Gainesville veteran, 87, among 60 protesters arrested outside US Capitol after crossing police line: reports

Read full article: Gainesville veteran, 87, among 60 protesters arrested outside US Capitol after crossing police line: reports

An 87-year-old Gainesville veteran was one of about 60 protesters who were arrested on Friday during a demonstration in the nation’s capital, according to WCJB.

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22-year-old dies when SUV hits fence, tree in Alachua County: FHP

Read full article: 22-year-old dies when SUV hits fence, tree in Alachua County: FHP

A 22-year-old Hawthorne man was killed Monday night when the SUV he was driving hit a fence and a tree on State Road 26 in Alachua County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

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High-risk traffic stop shuts down southbound lanes of I-75 in Alachua County

Read full article: High-risk traffic stop shuts down southbound lanes of I-75 in Alachua County

The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office said on Monday evening all southbound lanes of Interstate 75 at mile marker 376 were shut down as officials responded to a high-risk traffic stop.

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250-acre brush fire in Alachua County 70% contained

Read full article: 250-acre brush fire in Alachua County 70% contained

Florida Department of Forestry crews were working to contain a brush fire Monday afternoon in Alachua County, according to the sheriff’s office.

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LIVE: Semi-truck fire blocking I-75 in Alachua County, causing backups

Read full article: LIVE: Semi-truck fire blocking I-75 in Alachua County, causing backups

Deputies and Alachua County Firefighters are responding to a semi-truck fire blocking south bound lanes of I-75 near Paynes Prairie.

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VIDEO: Man fires gun into panicked crowd at Easter event in Gainesville; 3 hurt

Read full article: VIDEO: Man fires gun into panicked crowd at Easter event in Gainesville; 3 hurt

A video shared by the Gainesville Police Department on Monday shows the moments when a man fired multiple shots into a frightened crowd during an Easter event.

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UF students demand immigration attorney be added on campus following student’s deportation to Colombia

Read full article: UF students demand immigration attorney be added on campus following student’s deportation to Colombia

Dozens of University of Florida students are asking for an immigration attorney to be added on campus following the deportation of an international student who was initially arrested over a traffic violation.

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23-year-old man dies after crashing into wooden fence, being thrown out of pickup truck: FHP

Read full article: 23-year-old man dies after crashing into wooden fence, being thrown out of pickup truck: FHP

A 23-year-old man was killed Wednesday night when he crashed into a wooden fence and was thrown out of a pickup truck on State Road 26 in Alachua County, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

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19-year-old motorcyclist dies in crash with pick-up truck on SR 45 in Alachua County: FHP

Read full article: 19-year-old motorcyclist dies in crash with pick-up truck on SR 45 in Alachua County: FHP

A 19-year-old man was killed Tuesday night in a car crash on State Road 45 according to Florida Highway Patrol.

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FDLE announces arrests of 18 sexual predators and offenders in Alachua, Columbia counties

Read full article: FDLE announces arrests of 18 sexual predators and offenders in Alachua, Columbia counties

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement announced 18 arrests of sexual predators and sexual offenders as part of two joint investigations across Alachua and Columbia counties.

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‘A game changer’: Specialized ambulance to improve outcomes for stroke patients could come to Jacksonville

Read full article: ‘A game changer’: Specialized ambulance to improve outcomes for stroke patients could come to Jacksonville

Jacksonville City Council proposed a bill that would provide over $800,000 for UF Health’s Mobile Stroke Training Unit to improve outcomes for stroke patients.

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Florida child arrested after two unsuccessful armed carjacking attempts, deputies say

Read full article: Florida child arrested after two unsuccessful armed carjacking attempts, deputies say

An 11-year-old Florida resident was recently arrested after pointing a gun at two separate groups of people and demanding their car, according to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office.

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33-year-old man killed in rollover on I-75 in Alachua County

Read full article: 33-year-old man killed in rollover on I-75 in Alachua County

A 33-year-old man was killed Monday night when his car rolled over on I-75, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

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67-year-old bicyclist hit by car, killed on US 441 in Alachua County

Read full article: 67-year-old bicyclist hit by car, killed on US 441 in Alachua County

A man died Sunday night after being hit by a car while he was riding a bike on U.S. Highway 441 in Alachua County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

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Suspect in custody after barricading themselves in a trailer, firing shots in a Gainesville Walmart parking lot

Read full article: Suspect in custody after barricading themselves in a trailer, firing shots in a Gainesville Walmart parking lot

The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office and the Gainesville Police Department are responding to an incident in a Walmart parking lot involving an armed subject.

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Black History: A new Netflix movie tells the story of ‘The Six Triple Eight.’ A local family just learned its connection

Read full article: Black History: A new Netflix movie tells the story of ‘The Six Triple Eight.’ A local family just learned its connection

A hidden legacy was recently uncovered when a local family said they were surprised to learn their aunt was part of the legendary 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, known as “The Six Triple Eight.”

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When will my trash be picked up this week after the winter storm?

Read full article: When will my trash be picked up this week after the winter storm?

Some counties in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia adjusted trash service this week because of dangerous icy roads from the rare winter storm that slammed the area.

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Where to find a warming center in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia during dangerous cold weather this week

Read full article: Where to find a warming center in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia during dangerous cold weather this week

A severe winter storm brings cold temperatures to Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, with wind chills expected to drop into the teens and 20s. Residents without adequate heat or shelter are encouraged to seek out warming centers in their area.

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Heads up, drivers: Prescribed burn near Alachua County could impact your drive on US Highway 441

Read full article: Heads up, drivers: Prescribed burn near Alachua County could impact your drive on US Highway 441

If you’re planning to travel on US Highway 441 near the Alachua County line in Columbia County, keep an eye out for an active 42-acre prescribed burn happening at River Rise Preserve.

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48-year-old man killed in head-on crash with pickup truck: FHP

Read full article: 48-year-old man killed in head-on crash with pickup truck: FHP

A 48-year-old man was killed Sunday evening in a head-on crash with a pickup truck in Alachua County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

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Vote 2024: Here’s what you need to know on Election Day

Read full article: Vote 2024: Here’s what you need to know on Election Day

Live updates for the Presidential race, U.S. Senate, Congress, Florida Legislature and Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia-area races

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Live Election Results 2024: Complete results for president, Florida, Georgia races

Read full article: Live Election Results 2024: Complete results for president, Florida, Georgia races

Live updates for the Presidential race, U.S. Senate, Congress, Florida Legislature and Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia-area races

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Vote 2024: Alachua County election results

Read full article: Vote 2024: Alachua County election results

Results for Alachua County races in the general election

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UF nursing student project leads to human trafficking arrests

Read full article: UF nursing student project leads to human trafficking arrests

Just three months in, Katelyn Watts’ graduate student project rescued several victims of human trafficking and became part of a hospital system’s screening process.

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Do any sex offenders, predators live along your trick-or-treating route? Here's how to find out

Read full article: Do any sex offenders, predators live along your trick-or-treating route? Here's how to find out

Sex offenders also have specific rules about what they can and can't do around Halloween, depending on what county they live in. We've compiled a county-by-county breakdown of those rules and regulations.

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Over 40 Florida counties eligible to file 2023 taxes by May 2025, IRS says

Read full article: Over 40 Florida counties eligible to file 2023 taxes by May 2025, IRS says

According to the IRS, residents in nearly 40 counties throughout Florida will have until May 1, 2025, to finish filing their 2023 taxes.

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Sandbags still being offered in Alachua County as Hurricane Milton closes in on Florida

Read full article: Sandbags still being offered in Alachua County as Hurricane Milton closes in on Florida

Neighbors should prepare themselves, their families and their property as this storm is expected to bring 4-8 inches of rain to the Gainesville area.

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Alachua County waives restrictions on yard debris from Hurricane Helene in unincorporated areas

Read full article: Alachua County waives restrictions on yard debris from Hurricane Helene in unincorporated areas

Alachua County has waived restrictions on yard debris from Hurricane Helene in unincorporated areas.

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Sandbags, shelters, closures: Northeast Florida’s inland counties prepare for Helene

Read full article: Sandbags, shelters, closures: Northeast Florida’s inland counties prepare for Helene

Officials from Northeast Florida’s inland counties are preparing for what will become Hurricane Helene before it hits the Florida Panhandle on Thursday.

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2024 Voter's Guide: High Springs commission elections, charter amendments

Read full article: 2024 Voter's Guide: High Springs commission elections, charter amendments

The city of High Springs, in Alachua County, is governed by a five-member commission, with each member serving a three-year term. This year, two of the seats are up for election. These races are non-partisan. In addition to the two commission seats, High Springs voters will make decisions on four proposed charter amendments. The commission voted to put the proposals on the ballot, following the work of a charter review committee earlier this year.

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2024 Voter's Guide: Alachua County & Gainesville ballot questions

Read full article: 2024 Voter's Guide: Alachua County & Gainesville ballot questions

All Alachua County voters will see two local ballot questions in the 2024 general election: a proposed charter amendment and a school district referendum on property taxes. Additionally, voters in Gainesville, which makes up about half of the county's population, will make a choice on a proposed charter amendment.

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Why is there a Flood Watch when it’s not raining?

Read full article: Why is there a Flood Watch when it’s not raining?

An accumulation of rainfall triggered a Flood Watch as more rain could occur.

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Santa Fe College to offer free heart health screenings for the community

Read full article: Santa Fe College to offer free heart health screenings for the community

Santa Fe College’s Cardiovascular Sonography Program is hosting free heart health screenings for the community.

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Sunday is last day to vote early in Duval County ahead of Tuesday’s Florida primary

Read full article: Sunday is last day to vote early in Duval County ahead of Tuesday’s Florida primary

Sunday is the last day for voters around Northeast Florida to cast an early, in-person ballot ahead of the state’s primary election on Tuesday, for congressional, state and local races.

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Most area students head back to school amid Heat Advisory; 2 new schools open in Duval

Read full article: Most area students head back to school amid Heat Advisory; 2 new schools open in Duval

Monday marks the first day of school for most students across Northeast Florida.

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Gainesville City Commission

Read full article: Gainesville City Commission

Two seats on the Gainesville City Commission are up for election this year, in non-partisan races. The race for At-Large Seat A will on the ballot for all voters in Gainesville city limits. The other seat, District 1, will only be open to voters in that commission district.

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2024 Voter's Guide: Alachua County School Board, District 2

Read full article: 2024 Voter's Guide: Alachua County School Board, District 2

Two candidates are seeking this office. The race will appear on the August ballot open to all voters in the district.

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2024 Voter's Guide: Alachua County Commission, District 3

Read full article: 2024 Voter's Guide: Alachua County Commission, District 3

District 3 commissioner Anna Prizzia is seeking re-election this year. Prizzia will face Republican Jenn Garrett in the general election in November. No other candidates filed for this race, so no party primaries were needed for August.

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2024 Voter's Guide: Alachua County Commission, District 1

Read full article: 2024 Voter's Guide: Alachua County Commission, District 1

District 1 commissioner Mary Alford is seeking re-election this year. Alford defeated one challenger in the Democratic primary in August, and will face the sole Republican candidate, Lizabeth Ann Doebler, in the general election in November.

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2024 Voter's Guide: Alachua County Supervisor of Elections

Read full article: 2024 Voter's Guide: Alachua County Supervisor of Elections

Incumbent Alachua County supervisor of elections Kim Barton is seeking re-election this year. Barton, a Democrat, will face Republican Judith Jensen in the general election in November. As each party only had one candidate file for the race, there will not be a primary for this office.

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2024 Voter's Guide: Alachua County Sheriff

Read full article: 2024 Voter's Guide: Alachua County Sheriff

Alachua County Sheriff Emery Gainey is seeking re-election this year. Gainey, a Republican, faced no opposition in his party’s primary. Chad Scott won a three-way Democratic primary in August. Additionally, a no party affiliation candidate, Pamela Marshall-Koons, will be on the ballot in November.

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County-by-county: Government offices, school districts, other agencies announce closures ahead of Hurricane Debby

Read full article: County-by-county: Government offices, school districts, other agencies announce closures ahead of Hurricane Debby

Several Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia school districts, government offices, and other agencies have announced closures for Monday ahead of Tropical Storm Debby which continues to strengthen while making its way to Florida’s Big Bend.

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Evacuation order issued for Alachua County residents; officials say 3 shelters now open

Read full article: Evacuation order issued for Alachua County residents; officials say 3 shelters now open

Alachua County officials have issued an evacuation order for residents who live in vulnerable homes ahead of Tropical Storm Debby.

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County-by-county: Northeast Florida increasing preparation efforts ahead of Tropical Storm Debby

Read full article: County-by-county: Northeast Florida increasing preparation efforts ahead of Tropical Storm Debby

As Tropical Depression 4 approaches the Gulf, Northeast Florida counties are increasing their efforts to prepare for the storm, which is expected to have the biggest impact in our area overnight Sunday into Monday morning.

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County-by-county: How Northeast Florida is preparing for Potential Tropical Cyclone 4 as it approaches the Gulf

Read full article: County-by-county: How Northeast Florida is preparing for Potential Tropical Cyclone 4 as it approaches the Gulf

Tropical storm watches are warnings were issued in many parts of Florida as Potential Tropical Cyclone 4 approaches the Gulf this weekend.

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2024 Voter's Guide: Florida House, District 22

Read full article: 2024 Voter's Guide: Florida House, District 22

There is no incumbent on the ballot this year in District 22, which covers western Alachua County and extends west to the Gulf Coast, including Gilchrist and Levy counties. Republican Chuck Clemons couldn’t seek re-election due to term limits.

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2024 Voter's Guide: Florida Senate District 9

Read full article: 2024 Voter's Guide: Florida Senate District 9

District 9 includes the southern half of Alachua County (everything south of State Roads 26 and 24) as well as all of Marion and Levy counties. Incumbent Republican state senator Keith Perry can’t run again due to term limits. With only one Republican and one Democrat competing for this open seat, this race only appears on the November ballot.

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Final days for early voting ahead of Tuesday’s Florida primary

Read full article: Final days for early voting ahead of Tuesday’s Florida primary

Voters around northeast Florida will be able to cast an early, in-person ballot as soon as Monday for the state’s August 20 primary, which includes congressional, state, and local races.

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St. Johns, Nassau school districts lead state in Florida’s end-of-year student testing

Read full article: St. Johns, Nassau school districts lead state in Florida’s end-of-year student testing

Two years into Florida’s new form of standardized student testing, two northeast Florida school districts once again have the leading scores in the state, marking student progress at the end of the year.

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Mother Nature will Take Care of Some Yards, Others will Need the Sprinklers

Read full article: Mother Nature will Take Care of Some Yards, Others will Need the Sprinklers

Mother Nature will Take Care of Some Yards, Others will Need the Sprinklers

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Gov. DeSantis issues executive orders to investigate Alachua, Baker County Sheriff’s offices

Read full article: Gov. DeSantis issues executive orders to investigate Alachua, Baker County Sheriff’s offices

Gov. Ron DeSantis issued two executive orders Tuesday that said the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office and the Baker County Sheriff’s Office.

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Woman dead, infant hospitalized in Alachua County after striking large tree off I-75

Read full article: Woman dead, infant hospitalized in Alachua County after striking large tree off I-75

A woman in Alachua County is dead and a 3-month-old infant was hospitalized after striking a large tree off I-75, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

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22-year-old man dead after striking tree in Alachua County

Read full article: 22-year-old man dead after striking tree in Alachua County

A 22-year-old man is dead after striking a tree in Alachua County, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

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Two dead after police pursuit involving stolen vehicle in Alachua County

Read full article: Two dead after police pursuit involving stolen vehicle in Alachua County

Two people are dead after a police pursuit involving a stolen vehicle from Alachua County rolled over and struck a cement pole, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

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Florida counties roll out new form for requesting vote-by-mail ballots

Read full article: Florida counties roll out new form for requesting vote-by-mail ballots

If you want to vote by mail in Florida, there’s a new form you must fill out to get a ballot.

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Where to vote, what to bring for Tuesday’s presidential primary, local races in Northeast Florida

Read full article: Where to vote, what to bring for Tuesday’s presidential primary, local races in Northeast Florida

While only Republicans are eligible to vote in Tuesday’s presidential preference primary in Florida, three Jacksonville-area municipalities have additional local races on the ballot Tuesday.

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Final days of early voting in northeast Florida for presidential primary, local races

Read full article: Final days of early voting in northeast Florida for presidential primary, local races

Ahead of Florida’s Presidential Preference Primary on March 19, early voting starts this week across northeast Florida, giving voters an opportunity to cast their ballot in-person, before election day.

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FWC changes bass fishing rules in Alachua lakes to ‘make Florida the undisputed trophy bass capital of the world’

Read full article: FWC changes bass fishing rules in Alachua lakes to ‘make Florida the undisputed trophy bass capital of the world’

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved new regulations to support trophy bass conservation during its February meeting.

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Gainesville woman dies from crash on U.S. 441

Read full article: Gainesville woman dies from crash on U.S. 441

88-year-old Gainesville woman dies following a crash involving a sedan and pickup truck on U.S. 441 and CR 237.

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Father arrested on child abuse charge after son jumps out of 3-story apartment to escape, find help, deputies say

Read full article: Father arrested on child abuse charge after son jumps out of 3-story apartment to escape, find help, deputies say

A 15-year-old was severely injured in Gainsville Wednesday after deputies said a 41-year-old man ordered the teen to strip naked and started beating him with a belt, according to a report from WCJB.

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Schools back in session Wednesday after severe storms roll out of Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia

Read full article: Schools back in session Wednesday after severe storms roll out of Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia

Several school districts throughout Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia announced temporary closures in an abundance of caution for the impending threat of severe weather that was forecast to bring strong winds and heavy rains on Tuesday.

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Wrestling legends ‘The Nasty Boys’ to meet fans in Waldo this weekend

Read full article: Wrestling legends ‘The Nasty Boys’ to meet fans in Waldo this weekend

Former world champion tag team "The Nasty Boys" will be meeting fans at the Waldo Flea Market Saturday December 9th

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NTSB report on plane crash in Alachua County indicates ‘erratic 360 turns’ & ‘numerous climbs & descents’

Read full article: NTSB report on plane crash in Alachua County indicates ‘erratic 360 turns’ & ‘numerous climbs & descents’

The National Transportation Safety Board released its report on a plane crash two weeks ago that killed the pilot of a small plane. It indicates several factors in the Alachua County crash.

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After reports of a ‘boom,’ Alachua County Sheriff’s Office searching for crashed airplane

Read full article: After reports of a ‘boom,’ Alachua County Sheriff’s Office searching for crashed airplane

A search is on for a plane that is believed to have crashed Tuesday in Alachua County after reports of residents hearing a loud boom, according to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office.

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23-year-old killed when pickup truck crosses into oncoming traffic on Waldo Road: FHP

Read full article: 23-year-old killed when pickup truck crosses into oncoming traffic on Waldo Road: FHP

A 23-year-old driver was killed Sunday night when his pickup truck crossed into the oncoming lanes on Waldo Road and hit another pickup, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

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VIEW RESULTS: Northeast Florida, southeast Georgia election results for Nov. 7, 2023 general election

Read full article: VIEW RESULTS: Northeast Florida, southeast Georgia election results for Nov. 7, 2023 general election

Elections were held for 11 local offices across northeast Florida and southeast Georgia.

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One dead, one injured after head-on collision in Alachua County

Read full article: One dead, one injured after head-on collision in Alachua County

One woman is dead, and a man is seriously injured after a crash in Alachua County Saturday morning, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

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With rule changes about yard signs, here’s how to check your trick-or-treating route for sex offenders, predators

Read full article: With rule changes about yard signs, here’s how to check your trick-or-treating route for sex offenders, predators

Sex offenders also have specific rules about what they can and can't do around Halloween, depending on what county they live in. We've compiled a county-by-county breakdown of those rules and regulations.

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Northeast Florida, southeast Georgia voters head to polls next month for local elections

Read full article: Northeast Florida, southeast Georgia voters head to polls next month for local elections

While the first primaries and caucuses in the 2024 presidential nominating cycle are still several months away, some northeast Florida and southeast Georgia voters will be heading to the polls for Election Day on Nov. 7.

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Man arrested in Alachua County after posting video sharing plans to shoot up middle school, deputies say

Read full article: Man arrested in Alachua County after posting video sharing plans to shoot up middle school, deputies say

A man was arrested Thursday afternoon after he posted a video to Instagram sharing plans to shoot up a middle school, according to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office.

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Gainesville, Alachua County report damage, deal with impacts of Hurricane Idalia

Read full article: Gainesville, Alachua County report damage, deal with impacts of Hurricane Idalia

Damage reports in Alachua County in the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia

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Gainesville man dies in weather-related crash on State Road 20: FHP

Read full article: Gainesville man dies in weather-related crash on State Road 20: FHP

A 59-year-old man from Gainesville died Wednesday in a crash on State Road 20 and Southeast 60th Terrace, in Gainesville.

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Inland Northeast Florida counties expected to take brunt of local effects from Hurricane Idalia

Read full article: Inland Northeast Florida counties expected to take brunt of local effects from Hurricane Idalia

Hurricane Idalia has strengthened into “an extremely dangerous major hurricane” as it targets the Gulf Coast on Wednesday and is expected to sweep across North Central and Northeast Florida.

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Volunteer at Gainesville church accused of inappropriately touching children during overnight camp

Read full article: Volunteer at Gainesville church accused of inappropriately touching children during overnight camp

The Gainesville Police Department (GPD) said it has arrested a man accused of inappropriately touching multiple children who attended an overnight camp at a Gainesville church two years ago.

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Nassau, St. Johns counties score higher than any other district in Florida on end-of-year testing

Read full article: Nassau, St. Johns counties score higher than any other district in Florida on end-of-year testing

Two Northeast Florida school districts had the highest scores in end-of-year math and English language arts test, according to recently released statewide data.

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2 firefighters injured while battling fire at firewood plant in Alachua County

Read full article: 2 firefighters injured while battling fire at firewood plant in Alachua County

Two firefighters were taken to hospital after heavy door fell on them while they were fighting a fire at Southern Fuelwood in Newberry.

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Still Closed: Chemical spill closes both directions of I-75 in Florida

Read full article: Still Closed: Chemical spill closes both directions of I-75 in Florida

The crash happened around the 391-mile marker.

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Valdosta man charged with DUI after semi crashes, overturns into northbound lanes of I-75 in Alachua County

Read full article: Valdosta man charged with DUI after semi crashes, overturns into northbound lanes of I-75 in Alachua County

A 42-year-old Valdosta man was arrested and charged with drinking under the influence after a Saturday morning Alachua County crash that caused a semi to overturn and block multiple lanes on Interstate 75, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

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Homicide near the Tax Collector’s Office in Gainesville

Read full article: Homicide near the Tax Collector’s Office in Gainesville

Officers on foot patrol hear gunshots

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Loaded gun found in backpack of first-grade Gainesville student; deputies say student didn’t know it was there

Read full article: Loaded gun found in backpack of first-grade Gainesville student; deputies say student didn’t know it was there

A loaded gun was found Wednesday in the backpack of a first-grade student at a Gainesville elementary school, but the student and their mother had no idea it was there, according to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office.

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Westin Martin wins First Coast Spelling Bee 🐝

Read full article: Westin Martin wins First Coast Spelling Bee 🐝

INSERT-grade from INSERT County now heads to Scripps National Spelling Bee in May.

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Here’s the order for the First Coast Spelling Bee 🐝

Read full article: Here’s the order for the First Coast Spelling Bee 🐝

The First Coast Spelling Bee is coming up, giving 14 local students the chance at the local title and a spot in the Scripps National Spelling Bee in May.

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2 abducted Missouri children found in Alachua County supermarket

Read full article: 2 abducted Missouri children found in Alachua County supermarket

Two abducted children who had been missing from Missouri for almost a year were found in a central Florida grocery store with their non-custodial mother, who was taken into police custody.

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Jaden Rashada case in Florida highlights issues in NIL, recruiting

Read full article: Jaden Rashada case in Florida highlights issues in NIL, recruiting

Using name, image and likeness compensation to recruit college athletes is still very much against NCAA rules. The recent de-commitment from Florida by blue chip quarterback Jaden Rashada shows that NIL is definitely a factor in decisions. Booster-funded collectives are taking on a big role in compensating athletes. Schools can only hope they are acting within the rules and in their best interest. Inserting a third-party in the recruiting process between coaches and recruits has only complicated things. Experts say the collectives should focus on athletes who are already on campus.

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FDLE asked to investigate death of 32-year-old inmate at Alachua County jail

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The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office is asking the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to investigate the death of an inmate who was found unresponsive hours after being told he was fit to stand trial, according to the sheriff’s office.

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Clay County deputies arrest 4 men accused of targeting children online for sex

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The Clay County Sheriff’s Office announced Saturday the arrest of four men connected to an online operation intended to find people attempting to target children for sex online.

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Gainesville police make DUI manslaughter arrest in November hit-and-run

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The Gainesville Police Department on Wednesday announced an arrest in a November hit-and-run, which resulted in the death of a bicyclist along South Main Street.

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Sasse leaves Senate, starts at University of Florida on Feb. 6

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Nebraska Republican Ben Sasse resigned from the U.S. Senate on Monday as he prepares to take over as University of Florida president on Feb. 6.

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17-year-old Ocala teen killed, 3 hurt in I-75 crash in Alachua County

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A 17-year-old Ocala girl died and three others were hurt Saturday night in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 75 in Alachua County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

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Gainesville police ask for help to find missing 13-year-old

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A 13-year-old boy last seen Thursday in Gainesville is still missing Saturday and police are asking for the public's help to find him.

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Florida Gators coach Billy Napier opens up about arrest of Jalen Kitna on child porn charges

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Florida head coach Billy Napier on Thursday spoke about the arrest of backup quarterback Jalen Kitna on child pornography charges.

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Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson declares for NFL draft

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Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson on Monday announced his decision to enter the 2023 NFL draft.

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Florida formally dismisses QB Jalen Kitna following arrest on child porn charges

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Florida has formally dismissed quarterback Jalen Kitna from the team following his arrest on five child pornography charges.

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Florida Gators QB Jalen Kitna bonds out of jail after arrest on child porn charges

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Florida Gators backup quarterback Jalen Kitna bonded out of jail Thursday evening after he was arrested Wednesday on two charges of distribution of child exploitation material and three charges of possession of child pornography.

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Florida Gators quarterback Jalen Kitna arrested on child porn charges

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Florida Gators quarterback Jalen Kitna was arrested Wednesday on child pornography charges, according to the Gainesville Police Department.

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Gainesville police seek silver Volvo SUV involved in deadly hit and run

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The Gainesville Police Department said it’s looking for a Volvo SUV that on Monday was in a hit and run crash that involved a bicyclist.

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Have you seen him? 86-year-old man missing from Alachua County

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Alachua County deputies say he may be travelling to Tampa.

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Pedestrian struck, killed in downtown Gainesville

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A man was struck and killed late Friday night while crossing a road in downtown Gainesville, the Gainesville Police Department said.

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