https://www.wuft.org/news-feed News Feed en-US Copyright Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:39:07 GMT https://www.wuft.org/podcast/the-rundown/2026-10-22/decades-long-gainesville-environmental-contamination-saga-wrapping-up This is The Rundown from WUFT News, exploring our community from top to bottom. Coming up on the show: There's new information from the Environmental Protection Agency about a superfund site in Gainesville. Later, dozens of students were expelled from Marion County schools in the first month of the school year. We'll speak with an expert on why this could be happening. Plus, it's election season! What do polls say about major races as Florida voters head to the ballot box. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:39:07 GMT https://www.wuft.org/podcast/the-rundown/2026-10-22/decades-long-gainesville-environmental-contamination-saga-wrapping-up Kristin Chermont Spina https://www.wuft.org/business-news/2026-10-22/major-development-near-future-ocala-buc-ees-moves-forward The project could include up to 535 homes, a 500-room hotel, restaurants, retail stores and office space. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:44:03 GMT https://www.wuft.org/business-news/2026-10-22/major-development-near-future-ocala-buc-ees-moves-forward Candy Fontana Verde https://www.wuft.org/environment/2026-10-22/epa-outlines-next-phase-of-cabot-koppers-cleanup-in-gainesville The project is expected to continue into mid-2027, with work planned into 2030 in different phases. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:47:03 GMT https://www.wuft.org/environment/2026-10-22/epa-outlines-next-phase-of-cabot-koppers-cleanup-in-gainesville Joaquin Alino https://www.wuft.org/weather/2026-10-22/why-florida-doesnt-see-widespread-vibrant-fall-foliage Changes in leaves starts to occur when trees receive less sunlight. The lack of chlorophyll reveals yellow, orange and red pigments. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 06:55:28 GMT https://www.wuft.org/weather/2026-10-22/why-florida-doesnt-see-widespread-vibrant-fall-foliage Andrew Wulfeck https://www.wuft.org/florida-good/2026-10-22/gainesville-fire-rescue-and-uf-health-promote-halloween-safety Gainesville Fire Rescue and UF Health partnered for their annual “Screaming for Safety” event, which connects families with community resources and promotes Halloween safety. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:11:08 GMT https://www.wuft.org/florida-good/2026-10-22/gainesville-fire-rescue-and-uf-health-promote-halloween-safety Leona Masangkay https://www.wuft.org/heard-on-wuft-fm/2026-10-21/levy-county-sends-2050-comprehensive-plan-to-state-after-isaias-forces-changes Commissioners plan to open community workshops back up at the end of January next year. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:42:53 GMT https://www.wuft.org/heard-on-wuft-fm/2026-10-21/levy-county-sends-2050-comprehensive-plan-to-state-after-isaias-forces-changes Leona Masangkay https://www.wuft.org/heard-on-wuft-fm/2026-10-21/cooler-temperatures-are-here-at-last-heres-how-uf-students-are-making-the-most-of-it Students are already flocking to outdoor fields to enjoy the cooler weather. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:11:42 GMT https://www.wuft.org/heard-on-wuft-fm/2026-10-21/cooler-temperatures-are-here-at-last-heres-how-uf-students-are-making-the-most-of-it David Caine https://www.wuft.org/heard-on-wuft-fm/2026-10-21/putnam-county-commission-sets-new-fines-for-animal-related-offenses They made the change in their meeting last week. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:07:45 GMT https://www.wuft.org/heard-on-wuft-fm/2026-10-21/putnam-county-commission-sets-new-fines-for-animal-related-offenses Sara Dhorasoo https://www.wuft.org/public-safety/2026-10-21/judge-orders-ex-uf-student-free-from-jail-after-sexually-assaulting-a-classmate-last-year Circuit Judge Denise Ferrero found the defendant guilty and sentenced him to 367 days in jail, with credit for the 372 days he already spent in the Alachua County Jail. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:18:02 GMT https://www.wuft.org/public-safety/2026-10-21/judge-orders-ex-uf-student-free-from-jail-after-sexually-assaulting-a-classmate-last-year Anthony Herrera https://www.wuft.org/florida-good/2026-10-21/gainesville-roller-derby-league-fosters-community-and-belonging-through-athleticism-and-empowerment Athletes oftentimes sport colorful makeup and accessories during their competitions, highlighting their inclination towards authenticity. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:14:44 GMT https://www.wuft.org/florida-good/2026-10-21/gainesville-roller-derby-league-fosters-community-and-belonging-through-athleticism-and-empowerment Michael Angee, Taylin Huffman, Anna Danaher