WUFT News

Alachua County Commissioner, Sheriff’s Office At Odds Over Marijuana Citations

August 30, 2016 Government and politics

Alachua County Commissioner Robert Hutchison wants the sheriff's office to begin issuing citations to marijuana suspects instead of arresting them.

Guns Missing In Uptick Of Gainesville, Alachua County Car Burglaries

August 29, 2016 Law and public safety

Nineteen people reported to the Gainesville Police Department that their guns were stolen from their vehicles between May 1 and July 31.

Gas Pump Skimmers Still a Threat to Alachua County Residents

May 18, 2016 Law and public safety

Auhtorities cracking down on the removal of gas pump skimmers, which records credit or debit card information.

How Is Panhandling Regulated in Alachua County?

April 27, 2016 Untold Florida

Panhandling is defined as any request made in person for a donation of money or other item of value. What panhandling laws exist in Alachua county and how are they enforced?

Police: A 13-Year-Old Drove Through A Baseball Field

April 10, 2016 Law and public safety

His mother is pressing charges, but she could still be forced to pay for the damage.

First ‘Coffee with a Cop’ Event Has Low Attendance

February 10, 2016 Law and public safety

Deputies outnumbered visitors at the Alachua County Sheriff's Office's first 'Coffee with a Cop' event, but the Sherriff's Office hopes to plan similar events in the future.

Deputies Investigating Skeletal Remains Found on Alachua County Property

January 25, 2016 Law and public safety

A local homeowner stumbled upon skeletal remains on his Alachua County property. The remains have yet to be identified.

Pasco Body-Worn Cameras Bring Transparency, Inspire Other Counties

November 17, 2015 Law and public safety

Body-worn cameras have helped officers in Pasco County become more transparent with the public and are soon headed to the Gainesville Police Department.

August Marks 25th Anniversary of Danny Rolling Murders

August 6, 2015 Law and public safety

This August, the city of Gainesville reflects on the 25th anniversary of the 1990 Danny Rolling murders. A memorial service will take place at the Baughman Center.