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LSU coach Brian Kelly screams at one player and gets yelled at by another in loss at Florida
Read full article: LSU coach Brian Kelly screams at one player and gets yelled at by another in loss at FloridaLSU coach Brian Kelly was caught on camera screaming at one player and getting yelled at by another.
‘Vine that ate the South’: This invasive weed is a threat to Florida. Here’s why
Read full article: ‘Vine that ate the South’: This invasive weed is a threat to Florida. Here’s whyThis invasive plant has become a threat to many southern states — and if you live in Florida, you’ve likely come across it on more than a few occasions.
Florida girl, 9, struck by car brought ‘back to life’ by bus driver who performed CPR, mom says
Read full article: Florida girl, 9, struck by car brought ‘back to life’ by bus driver who performed CPR, mom saysA 9-year-old is in a Gainesville hospital recovering after she was hit by a car in Lake City, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida coach Todd Golden calls past few days 'challenging' after Title IX inquiry becomes public
Read full article: Florida coach Todd Golden calls past few days 'challenging' after Title IX inquiry becomes publicAfter four “challenging” days, Florida basketball coach Todd Golden welcomed the reception he got when he took the court to face Grambling State.
Florida basketball coach Todd Golden faces Title IX investigation for sexual harassment: report
Read full article: Florida basketball coach Todd Golden faces Title IX investigation for sexual harassment: reportAccording to a report by the school’s student newspaper, Florida men's basketball coach Todd Golden is facing allegations of sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, stalking and cyberstalking multiple women — including students — over the past 12 months.
NHRA legend John Force will attend a race four months after his traumatic brain injury
Read full article: NHRA legend John Force will attend a race four months after his traumatic brain injuryNHRA legend John Force, who suffered a traumatic brain injury during a harrowing crash at Virginia Motorsports Park in June, has been cleared to attend a race.
Jadan Baugh runs for 5 TDs as Florida dominates Kentucky 48-20 for 1st series win since 2020
Read full article: Jadan Baugh runs for 5 TDs as Florida dominates Kentucky 48-20 for 1st series win since 2020Jadan Baugh ran for five touchdowns, tying the school record held by Tim Tebow and Trey Burton, and Florida dominated Kentucky 48-20 for its first victory in the annual series since 2020.
Graham Mertz, Montrell Johnson account for scores as Florida beats UCF 24-13 in the Swamp
Read full article: Graham Mertz, Montrell Johnson account for scores as Florida beats UCF 24-13 in the SwampGraham Mertz threw a touchdown pass, Montrell Johnson ran for a score and Florida held on to beat UCF 24-13 in the Swamp.
‘BRIEFLY ALIVE:’ This old Florida home is full of strange messages — and mysteries
Read full article: ‘BRIEFLY ALIVE:’ This old Florida home is full of strange messages — and mysteriesThe historic home is known for its "Talking Walls," which feature over 12,500 words scribbled by a family who once lived there.
LPGA commissioner takes the blame for Solheim Cup transportation issues
Read full article: LPGA commissioner takes the blame for Solheim Cup transportation issuesLPGA Commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan has taken responsibility for the tour’s failure to get fans to the Solheim Cup in time to see the opening tee shots.
Solheim Cup begins with half-empty grandstands and fans stuck waiting for buses to course
Read full article: Solheim Cup begins with half-empty grandstands and fans stuck waiting for buses to courseThe opening match of the Solheim Cup began in front of half-empty grandstands surrounding the first tee at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club, with transportation issues preventing fans from getting to the golf course.
Late-blooming American standout Lauren Coughlin prepares for Solheim Cup debut at age 31
Read full article: Late-blooming American standout Lauren Coughlin prepares for Solheim Cup debut at age 31Lauren Coughlin enters the Solheim Cup as the newest and perhaps unlikeliest standout in American women's golf.
Swamp full of knowledge: UF unveils Jimmy Buffett music course
Read full article: Swamp full of knowledge: UF unveils Jimmy Buffett music courseIf the point of going to college is to acquire yourself a little knowledge, the University of Florida in Gainesville (and a long way from Bourbon Street) has the course for you.
Driver killed after plowing into parked tractor-trailer on I-75 shoulder in Marion County
Read full article: Driver killed after plowing into parked tractor-trailer on I-75 shoulder in Marion CountyA 27-year-old Gainesville man was killed after his vehicle crashed into a tractor trailer that was parked on the shoulder of Interstate 75 in Marion County on Sunday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Invasive ants create ‘super colonies’ across Florida. Here’s where they’ve been found
Read full article: Invasive ants create ‘super colonies’ across Florida. Here’s where they’ve been foundA longtime invasive ant has been making the rounds in Florida over the past few decades. And with summer coming up, it’s prime season for these ants to spread.
Former University of Florida recruit sues in ‘NIL’ dispute
Read full article: Former University of Florida recruit sues in ‘NIL’ disputeSaying his experience is “emblematic of the abuses running rampant in the world of big-time college football,” a former high-school star quarterback on Tuesday filed a lawsuit accusing University of Florida football coach Billy Napier, a top Gators booster and others of wrongdoing related to a $13.85 million endorsement deal gone sour.
University of Florida researchers hop into micro-brewing industry
Read full article: University of Florida researchers hop into micro-brewing industryResearchers with the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences provided an update on its research project aimed at growing the plant used to brew beer.
‘There’s never been a Palestinian state:’ DeSantis addresses Israel protests at University of Florida
Read full article: ‘There’s never been a Palestinian state:’ DeSantis addresses Israel protests at University of FloridaFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke at the University of Florida to decry ongoing pro-Palestinian demonstrations at college campuses, doing so as protesters could be heard chanting nearby.
Ocala man dies in Gainesville after crash with tree off I-75, FHP says
Read full article: Ocala man dies in Gainesville after crash with tree off I-75, FHP saysA 22-year-old Ocala man died after crashing into a tree while driving a pickup truck on Interstate 75 in Gainesville, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
‘Not a daycare:’ 12 arrested during student protests at 2 Florida universities
Read full article: ‘Not a daycare:’ 12 arrested during student protests at 2 Florida universitiesProtestors at the University of Florida and University of South Florida were arrested on Monday, according to university officials.
Orlando man accused of stealing over $100K in Best Buy merchandise during statewide spree
Read full article: Orlando man accused of stealing over $100K in Best Buy merchandise during statewide spreeAn Orlando man booked in Brevard County is accused of stealing some $118,413.45 in merchandise from Best Buy stores across the state in a crime spree lasting the better part of a year, according to investigators.
UF sets student protest boundaries, threatens 3-year ban for rulebreakers
Read full article: UF sets student protest boundaries, threatens 3-year ban for rulebreakersThe University of Florida is telling students what they can and can’t do if they want to protest on campus, and rulebreakers among students and faculty will face harsh penalties, according to information being shared on campus this week.
Florida man accused of using children to ‘roam the streets’ to collect money for fake nonprofit
Read full article: Florida man accused of using children to ‘roam the streets’ to collect money for fake nonprofitA 36-year-old man was arrested after he used children to help collect money for a nonprofit that doesn’t exist, according to an arrest report.
Pre-med student accused of stabbing mother to death in Polk County
Read full article: Pre-med student accused of stabbing mother to death in Polk CountyA pre-med student at the University of Florida is accused of stabbing his mother to death on Saturday afternoon, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Bradshaw's 3-pointer propels No. 6 Kentucky to an 87-85 win at Florida in their SEC opener
Read full article: Bradshaw's 3-pointer propels No. 6 Kentucky to an 87-85 win at Florida in their SEC openerAaron Bradshaw hit a 3-pointer with 1:27 to play and No. 6 Kentucky rallied to beat Florida 87-85 on Saturday in the first Southeastern Conference opener between the rivals in 26 years.
‘The Talking Walls:’ This Florida house is covered in drawings. No one’s sure why
Read full article: ‘The Talking Walls:’ This Florida house is covered in drawings. No one’s sure whyA historic house in Florida is known for its "Talking Walls," which feature over 12,500 words and artworks drawn by the family who lived there.
‘I just didn’t want to be in the cage’: University of Florida scientists accused of locking kids in cages
Read full article: ‘I just didn’t want to be in the cage’: University of Florida scientists accused of locking kids in cagesThe couple's child one day told investigators that he “did not want to go home because the father built a cage to lock him in while the mother worked,” police said.
Florida RB Trevor Etienne enters the transfer portal with 2 years of eligibility remaining
Read full article: Florida RB Trevor Etienne enters the transfer portal with 2 years of eligibility remainingFlorida running back Trevor Etienne, who led the Gators with nine touchdowns and emerged as one of the team’s most dynamic playmakers, has entered the transfer portal.
Colorado-based smoothie shop ‘Rush Bowls’ to open first Central Florida location
Read full article: Colorado-based smoothie shop ‘Rush Bowls’ to open first Central Florida locationSix years ago, Sean Dennin started his own fitness journey – little did he know that this would lead to him opening up a smoothie shop.
No. 4 Florida State heads to ACC title game looking to add to 'Sod Cemetery' and 'finish for 13'
Read full article: No. 4 Florida State heads to ACC title game looking to add to 'Sod Cemetery' and 'finish for 13'Nearly a year after several key players opted to stay in school and chase championships, No. 4 Florida State is on the verge of another one.
MONDAY HUDDLE: Florida State survived Florida, but can it do same against Louisville to keep playoff hopes alive?
Read full article: MONDAY HUDDLE: Florida State survived Florida, but can it do same against Louisville to keep playoff hopes alive?3 key takeaways from the state’s football scene -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.
World’s tallest team plays high school basketball in Florida. Here’s what he plans to do next
Read full article: World’s tallest team plays high school basketball in Florida. Here’s what he plans to do nextOlivier Rioux, who competed in basketball at IMG Academy in Florida, announced his decision to join the Gators on Instagram.
Former State Rep. Joseph Harding gets 4 months in prison for COVID-19 relief scheme
Read full article: Former State Rep. Joseph Harding gets 4 months in prison for COVID-19 relief schemeA former Florida state representative was sentenced to four months in federal prison Thursday after he pleaded guilty to fraudulently collecting about $150,000 in COVID-19 relief funds intended to help small businesses.
Florida researchers deploy virtual reality, AI to combat shoplifters
Read full article: Florida researchers deploy virtual reality, AI to combat shopliftersAs major retailers, like Target, plan to close some of their stores due to retail theft, a group of researchers in Central Florida is trying to help corporations outsmart thieves.
No. 25 Florida settles for field goals and beats Charlotte 22-7 in Swamp
Read full article: No. 25 Florida settles for field goals and beats Charlotte 22-7 in SwampRicky Pearsall made a one-handed catch that will be hard to top this season, Trey Smack kicked five field goals and No. 25 Florida overcame a lackluster performance to beat Charlotte 22-7 on Saturday night.
Florida upsets No. 11 Tennessee 29-16 for the Gators’ 10th straight victory at home in the series
Read full article: Florida upsets No. 11 Tennessee 29-16 for the Gators’ 10th straight victory at home in the seriesTrevor Etienne ran for a career-high 172 yards and a touchdown, Montrell Johnson scored twice and Florida upset No. 11 Tennessee 29-16 on Saturday night to extend the Volunteers’ losing streak in Gainesville to 10.
Your Florida Daily: Deadly rip currents caused by Hurricane Lee, stolen excavator taken for a joyride
Read full article: Your Florida Daily: Deadly rip currents caused by Hurricane Lee, stolen excavator taken for a joyrideHurricane Lee is causing dangerous rip currents along the east coast and officials in Volusia County say at least one person has drowned.
Florida runs wild and ends a 4-game skid with a 49-7 romp against lower-division McNeese
Read full article: Florida runs wild and ends a 4-game skid with a 49-7 romp against lower-division McNeeseFlorida got its ground game on track against lower-division McNeese, running for 327 yards and six touchdowns in a 49-7 drubbing.
These Florida universities among best in US. One of them tops the list
Read full article: These Florida universities among best in US. One of them tops the listThe University of Florida was named the top U.S. public university in the 2024 America’s Best College Rankings, published Wednesday by the Wall Street Journal.
Prosecutors seek prison time for former State Rep. Joseph Harding
Read full article: Prosecutors seek prison time for former State Rep. Joseph HardingFederal prosecutors are asking a judge to sentence a former Florida state representative to prison time after he pleaded guilty to fraudulently collecting about $150,000 in COVID-19 relief funds intended to help small businesses.
Foundation honors Central Florida teen’s passion for helping children with serious illnesses
Read full article: Foundation honors Central Florida teen’s passion for helping children with serious illnessesThis week’s Getting Results Award goes to one mother who has found a way to share her daughter’s memory through a foundation dedicated to helping children with serious illnesses.
5-year-old Florida girl discovers prehistoric graveyard
Read full article: 5-year-old Florida girl discovers prehistoric graveyardPaleontologist Jonathan Bloch with the Florida Museum of Natural History said his team would have never uncovered a prehistoric site filled with fossils if it weren't for a 5-year-old little girl.
Unearthing the past: Florida scientists find fossils of ancient elephants, sabretooth cats, rhinos
Read full article: Unearthing the past: Florida scientists find fossils of ancient elephants, sabretooth cats, rhinosFossil hunters in Florida are unearthing incredible finds, including prehistoric creatures such as rhinos, sabretooth cats and ancient relatives of elephants.
Regulators, landowners form habitat protection partnership
Read full article: Regulators, landowners form habitat protection partnershipThe Biden administration and groups representing the forest products industry have reached a deal to promote logging practices intended to protect imperiled species on private lands.
FHSAA changes draft rule requiring high school girls to disclose menstrual period
Read full article: FHSAA changes draft rule requiring high school girls to disclose menstrual periodThe Florida High School Athletic Association is set to hold an emergency meeting on Thursday to discuss a proposed rule that would require high school girls to disclose information about their menstrual cycle, according to the organization.
74-year-old Lyft driver missing for days, car spotted in Central Florida
Read full article: 74-year-old Lyft driver missing for days, car spotted in Central FloridaA Lyft driver from South Florida has been missing since Monday — though he was last seen in Gainesville, according to Palm Beach Gardens police.
Florida upends No. 2 Tennessee 67-54 behind Colin Castleton
Read full article: Florida upends No. 2 Tennessee 67-54 behind Colin CastletonColin Castleton had 20 points and nine rebounds, Kyle Lofton added 14 points and Florida used a 13-0 run late in the second half to upend No. 2 Tennessee 67-54 on Wednesday night.
Stranded killer whale buried in secret location on Florida college campus. Here’s why
Read full article: Stranded killer whale buried in secret location on Florida college campus. Here’s whyThe beached 21-foot killer whale that was found dead on a beach in Flagler County was buried in a secret location.
AP source: Florida QB Rashada asks for release amid NIL mess
Read full article: AP source: Florida QB Rashada asks for release amid NIL messA person familiar with the situation says Florida quarterback recruit Jaden Rashada has requested a release from his national letter of intent after a $13 million name, imagine and likeness deal fell through.
Lawsuit now ‘moot’ after UF resolves conflict-of-interest concerns, professors say
Read full article: Lawsuit now ‘moot’ after UF resolves conflict-of-interest concerns, professors sayUniversity of Florida professors are asking a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit that challenged a controversial conflict-of-interest policy that gave school administrators discretion over allowing faculty members to serve as expert witnesses in litigation.
Florida Christmas tree farm closing after 38 years in business
Read full article: Florida Christmas tree farm closing after 38 years in businessFor more than a generation, the Unicorn Hill Christmas Tree Farm has played host to countless holiday memories. Families select their tree from six different varieties of pine, cut it down and have it strapped to their car’s roof for a ride to its new home.
Florida Gators dismiss quarterback Jalen Kitna amid child porn charges
Read full article: Florida Gators dismiss quarterback Jalen Kitna amid child porn chargesFlorida has formally dismissed quarterback Jalen Kitna from the team following his arrest on five child pornography charges that police said included an image of a man having sex with a young girl.
Florida runs for 374, dominates South Carolina 38-6 in Swamp
Read full article: Florida runs for 374, dominates South Carolina 38-6 in SwampMontrell Johnson ran for a career-high 161 yards and a touchdown, Anthony Richardson accounted for three scores in what might have been his final home game at Florida and the Gators steamrolled South Carolina 38-6 on Saturday.
Indoor protests banned at University of Florida after anti-Ben Sasse rally
Read full article: Indoor protests banned at University of Florida after anti-Ben Sasse rallyThe University of Florida is going to start enforcing a decades-old prohibition against indoor protests following a raucous demonstration earlier this month against the selection of U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse as a finalist for the school president’s job.
‘It could have been us:’ Central Floridians head to SWFLA to help Hurricane Ian victims
Read full article: ‘It could have been us:’ Central Floridians head to SWFLA to help Hurricane Ian victimsWith just 12 hours’ notice, a handful of volunteers and a few thousand dollars’ worth of supplies, outreach groups from Alive Church in Orlando and Gainesville made the journey to Southwest Florida to help Hurricane Ian victims.
No. 20 Kentucky handles Richardson, topples No. 12 Florida
Read full article: No. 20 Kentucky handles Richardson, topples No. 12 FloridaNo. 20 Kentucky intercepted Anthony Richardson twice, Keidron Smith returned one of those interception 65 yards for a touchdown, and the Wildcats toppled 12th-ranked Florida 26-16 in the Swamp.
VIDEO: Florida man in stolen box truck arrested after chase on I-75, troopers say
Read full article: VIDEO: Florida man in stolen box truck arrested after chase on I-75, troopers sayA Florida man who stole a box truck in Hillsborough County Tuesday morning managed to reach Alachua County before he was caught on camera, investigators said.