The latest updates about wildfires across the region.
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Parkinson's is now the world's fastest-growing neurological disease. Mounting evidence links the surge to chemicals in our environment — and offers a path toward prevention.
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Courtesy of Alachua CountyIn and around Gainesville, you're likely seeing and smelling more wildfire smoke Monday afternoon. -
Scott Wheeler/The Florida Ledger/USA TODAY NETWORKIs a Florida citrus “herbicide of choice” behind a cluster of Parkinson’s disease among growers and researchers?
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Ocala's Freedom Public Library reopened recently following a years-long expansion project that increased its space from 8,100 square feet to 32,000 square feet. -
After years of planning, Alachua County cut the ribbon on Tuesday on two permanent housing facilities for people experiencing homelessness.
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Christian David Vargas, 22, did not appear in Alachua County Eighth Judicial Circuit Court on Monday, May 4 for his first arraignment on charges of lewd or lascivious battery involving a victim between the ages of 12 and 16, a second-degree felony. -
Spanish speakers in Alachua County received a bit of hope amid the stress of area wildfires this week: the first countywide text alert in their native language.
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Two-time Hall of Famer Graham Nash speaks with WUFT’s Glenn Richards about his music, things that piss him off, his hope for the future, his love of American Rock 'n' Roll, The Beatles and his long association with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. -
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Students without lawful immigration status in Florida could soon be barred from admission to all 28 state colleges. The Florida Department of Education will discuss the proposed rule at a May 14 meeting at Miami Dade College. -
Florida is experiencing its most severe drought in over a decade, with more than half the state experiencing extreme drought conditions. The lack of rain and access to water from surrounding lakes makes it a perfect storm of chaos for experienced anglers. -
Some of Florida Lottery’s biggest scratch-off winners have family connections to the stores where they’ve won. Are they tricking the system?
Recent WUFT Podcast Episodes
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Grandstand – the new student-produced sports magazine from the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications – is featured. Faculty advisor Ryan Hunt and editors Liana Handler and Noah White tell us about the genesis of the new magazine. -
A new Pulitzer-funded investigation from WUFT looks into the rise in Parkinson’s cases and its link to environmental exposures. It’s called Poisoned Pathways. -
Jason Degen, director of Commencement for the University of Florida, tells us about the year-long process of planning for spring, summer and fall UF commencements. UF's spring graduation ceremonies will be held April 30 - May 4, 2026.
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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The program was initiated in 2010 but expanded significantly in July 2025 to become a statewide initiative. With the cost of goods going up, the program's permanence comes at a distinct time of need for the area. -
From the mountains of Guatemala to the shores of Newnan’s Lake, the impact of a small Gainesville bagel shop stretches far beyond its front counter. -
Rebuilding Together North Central Florida is a nonprofit that approaches health and safety through housing. The organization works as a housing preservation agency, helping people stay in the homes they already live in by fixing a health or safety hazard that has made daily life difficult.
