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Campaign 2024
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There are two contested U.S. House races, five state House seats and two state Senate slots on ballots across north central Florida this fall. -
The Florida Supreme Court on Thursday heard arguments about the constitutionality of a congressional redistricting plan that Gov. Ron DeSantis pushed through the Legislature in 2022, with Chief Justice Carlos Muniz pointing to potentially far-reaching future effects of the court’s decision.
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Eileen Ahlquist is known as the “Berry Queen” because of her passion and enthusiasm for removing invasive plants that are threatening the ecosystems of north central Florida parks.
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Monday marks the first anniversary of the single deadliest day for Israelis in history. Hamas’s attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, killed nearly 1,200 people. It’s a day often referred to as Israel’s version of 9/11. WUFT spoke with members of Gainesville’s Jewish and Israeli communities to learn what the day means to them.
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University of Florida Police are investigating a wave of e-bike and e-scooter thefts across campus, with officials reporting the theft of 20 bikes and scooters in the last two weeks from outside dorms and classroom buildings. -
Police arrested a Gainesville Uber driver Wednesday on a charge of sexual battery.
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Silent Book Club Gainesville is unlike a traditional book club, according to its members. During the club’s “introvert social hour,” members commit to one hour of complete silence to read a book of their choice. -
Fluxus art emerged in the 1960s, using objects to blur the boundaries between art and everyday life. At this gallery, visitors are encourages to interact with the pieces, and be inspired to make their own.
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Malinowski made international headlines with appearances this week on CNN and a televised conversation with Jim Cantore of the Weather Channel. -
Perry, Fla., as seen from the air Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, following Hurricane Helene’s landfall as a category 4 storm Thursday night. -
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Despite evacuation orders in 16 Florida counties, some residents say they are riding out the storm, either out of convenience or because they're convinced Helene will swerve.
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From PBS News Hour
News Wrap: Harris announces $1.5 billion aid package for Ukrainian infrastructure
‘The grief is ongoing’: American Jews reflect on the High Holy Days a year after Oct. 7
Inside the whimsical world of celebrated children’s author Sandra Boynton
How first-generation Latino Americans are trying to close the wealth gap
Why hurricanes can cause thousands more deaths in the years after they hit
News Wrap: Northern Gaza suffers under heavy Israeli bombardment
Ipswich, England, hopes football club's success will revive local economy and community
Brooks and Capehart on Democratic concerns about Harris' momentum
Local Programming on WUFT-TV
Every Saturday night at 10:30 p.m. tune in to WUFT Amplified and discover new sounds. Hosted by Glenn Richards.
“Greater Good” is a WUFT-produced half-hour series showcasing non-profit organizations in the North Central Florida community. Each participating organization leads the viewer on a journey of their organization’s history, their mission, their day-to-day community engagement and their impact on the community. The series highlights what makes our community great.
Artistry in Motion celebrates the local arts community by focusing on the creativity, passion and perseverance of the artist. The program showcases each individual artist’s story in an engaging audio and visual vignette.
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When Butler, 45, learned about the “Sippin’ Seven Alachua County Ale Trail," he had to trek the award-winning trail stretching 23 miles from High Springs to Gainesville. -
Unlike many young people, Malcolm Graham can’t wait to report for his “job” on U.S. Route 441 in the City of Alachua. It’s work he said he’s ready to do for the rest of his life.
