Gov. Ron DeSantis smiles while holding signed budget documents surrounded by officials at a ceremony in Wildwood, Florida.
State
2 months ago
DeSantis signs $117.4B state budget in Wildwood, prioritizing tax relief, education, and debt repayment

Governor highlights $2 billion in tax relief, record education funding, historic Everglades investment, and continued debt reduction during Wildwood budget signing.

Large red "CF" sculpture on College of Central Florida campus with Purple Star Campus designation badge overlay.
Education
2 months ago
College of Central Florida earns Purple Star Campus designation for veteran support

CF recognized by Florida Department of Education for its commitment to student veterans and military families through dedicated services, peer support, and education benefits guidance.

Scientist prepares pine stem sample for imaging during pitch canker research at UF.
Education
2 months ago
UF researchers use Hurricane Helene data to track pitch canker spread in pine forests

With federal funding, UF/IFAS scientists study how hurricane winds may worsen fungal disease outbreaks in Southeastern timberlands, aiming to protect the region’s $100B forestry economy.

Paris Richardson is crowned Miss Florida 2025 by Casana Fink during the Miss Florida Scholarship Competition.
State
2 months ago
Paris Richardson crowned Miss Florida 2025, marking historic win for Gainesville

Ocala’s Caroline Schapansky named finalist as Gainesville celebrates first Miss Florida title in over 70 years.

Heavy highway traffic with multiple lanes of vehicles during daytime travel.
State
2 months ago
Record-breaking Fourth of July travel expected as 4.6 million Floridians hit the road

AAA forecasts 72.2 million Americans will travel for Independence Day 2025, with Florida seeing historic highs in road trips, flights, and cruises.

Smokey Bear stands next to reporter Ashley Brace, who is giving a thumbs up and smiling at the camera.
Local
2 months ago
Smokey Bear helps honor wildfire prevention at annual awards ceremony

Forest Service officials, firefighters, and librarians recognized at Marion County Public Library for advancing community education and reducing human-caused wildfires across Florida.

U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack addresses attendees during the reopening of her Ocala office at the McPherson Governmental Campus.
Local
2 months ago
Congresswoman Kat Cammack evacuates offices after death threats over ectopic pregnancy

Cammack says threats followed Wall Street Journal story; Ocala and Gainesville offices closed as law enforcement investigates.

American alligator resting on a cypress stump surrounded by water and vegetation in Florida
State
2 months ago
Be GatorWise: FWC launches statewide campaign as alligator activity increases

With 1.3 million alligators across Florida, the GatorWise campaign encourages residents and visitors to stay safe and coexist with these native reptiles through science-based tips and awareness.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis stands at a podium labeled “Hurricane Preparedness” inside a Home Depot, with gas cans and portable generators on display behind him.
State
2 months ago
What you need to know: Florida ends hurricane tax holidays, replaces with year-round exemptions on some items

TALLAHASSEE, FL (352today.com) — Floridians stocking up for hurricane season will notice a big […]

Self-service vehicle registration renewal kiosk inside a Publix store in Jonesville, Florida.
Local
2 months ago
Skip the line: Alachua County launches vehicle registration kiosks at Publix

New self-service kiosks in Gainesville and Jonesville let residents renew vehicle tags in minutes—no appointment needed.