2 kids locked in Florida shed without food or water, police say; 2 women arrested
Two young children were found abandoned inside a shed for several hours without food or water – and with access to a large hunting knife – while their mother and grandmother left to do errands, according to the Alachua Sheriff's Office.
Bahama Breeze shuts down Daytona Beach, Gainesville locations amid chain-wide cuts
Bahama Breeze has abruptly closed 15 of its restaurants nationwide this week, including locations in Daytona Beach and Gainesville, as the chain shifts focus to better-performing sites.
Walmart employee shot inside Florida store in front of wife and kids, police say
Gunfire rang out inside a Gainesville Walmart on Wednesday night when police said punches were thrown during an argument.
University of Florida students rally for stronger gun laws after deadly school shooting
The University of Florida's chapter of Students Demand Action hosted a vigil on Wednesday for those lost in the Florida State University shooting, as well as demanded action be taken to ensure stricter gun laws in Florida.
Florida Gators host annual Orange & Blue Game
The Florida Gators are still coming down from Monday's monumental NCAA championship win. They were back in the spotlight this afternoon with a big celebration FOX 35's Jessica Eley takes us inside the special day.
Florida Gators host championship rally in Gainesville
The Florida Gators men's basketball team, national NCAA champions of 2025, arrived back in Gainesville on Tuesday for a welcome rally. Florida edged out Houston in a 65-63 nail-biter to win the NCAA national championship Monday night. The victory marked the Gators’ third national title—and their first since 2007—capping a remarkable postseason run.
18 Florida sexual predators and offenders arrested in 2 major operations, FDLE says
Through two major operations, 18 sexual predators and sexual offenders were recently arrested, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement says.
Florida 11-year-old boy points gun at 2, attempts to steal cars: deputies
An 11-year-old Florida boy has been arrested after he allegedly pointed a gun at two people in an attempt to steal their cars, the Alachua County Sheriff's Office said.
Florida man leads deputies on high-speed chase in stolen car
A convicted felon is back in jail after deputies say he led them on a high-speed chase in a stolen car. The Alachua County Sheriff's Office says the man only stopped when his tires popped over a set of stop sticks. He then abandoned the car and was walking on the side of the road before he was apprehended.
University of Florida helps cat defy odds after being hit by car
University of Florida small animal surgery residents help a rescue cat overcome injuries likely sustained from being hit by a car.
Rescue cat overcomes injuries after treatment at U.F.
A cat is continuing to persevere after being hit by a car. He nearly lost his life, but volunteers were determined to see him walk again. They recruited the expertise of the University of Florida to provide unique care for and help for the cat.
Gainesville Walmart standoff ends after 6 hours; person in custody, police say
A Walmart Supercenter and nearby businesses in Gainesville, Florida, were evacuated for hours on Saturday after someone barricaded themselves inside a trailer in the parking lot, and fired shots, according to the Gainesville Police Department.
Firefighters contain blaze at hoarder home in Gainesville; no injuries reported
Units from Alachua County Fire Rescue and Gainesville Fire Rescue responded to a residential fire on Sunday.
Tracking the winter weather in Gainesville
FOX 35's Marie Edinger is live in Gainesville Wednesday morning to give an update on the weather in the area.
UF marks anniversary of groundbreaking canine open-heart surgery program
The University of Florida is celebrating the first anniversary of its pioneering Canine Open Heart Surgery Program, the only one of its kind in the U.S.
Florida Primary 2024 Election Results: FOX 51 viewing area
Here are the Florida Primary results for the FOX 51 viewing area, Aug. 20, 2024. These include Alachua, Dixie, Levy, Gilchrist, and Marion counties.
Florida man accused of taking photos up women's skirts at grocery, retail stores
A Florida man was taken to jail for suspicion of taking photos under female customers' skirts at an Alachua County grocery store.
2 injured in Alachua County school bus crash on first day of school: FHP
An Alachua County Public Schools school bus with seven children on board was involved in a crash on Monday morning in Newberry, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
35-foot sinkhole opening up, expanding in Alachua County, officials say
A sinkhole that's 35 feet wide and 15 feet deep has opened up – and continues to expand – in Alachua County, according to officials.
Woman bitten by rattlesnake in yard
An Alachua County woman nearly escaped death when she was bitten by a rattlesnake in her yard.