"For every report of rape we get, there's probably two that go unreported," officer Tobias said.
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Green Dot GNV, which launched in Alachua County in 2016, is offering trainings on how bystanders to violence can get involved in such situations to stop them. The next trainings are scheduled for March 15, 28 and 29, and they're free and open to the public.
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The most controversial Cabinet pick in recent memory squeaks through with some help from Vice President Pence. Here are some implications for higher education, school choice and more.
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Turnover in the Florida Senate could signal brighter prospects this year for a renewed proposal that would prevent local governments from regulating app-based transportation services such as Uber and Lyft
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Researchers across the country are developing ways to help students view their alcohol use and the associated sexual risk-taking in more realistic ways.
Read More »Clinton, Trump Continuing Pushes For Fla. Votes
With the race for the White House speeding to an end, Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are campaigning Tuesday in swing state Florida, where tens of thousands of voters are already flocking to the polls.
Read More »ACSO Deputy Arrested For Sexual Assault Of A Minor
Alachua County Sheriff's Office Deputy Donald A. Dixon was arrested Thursday for sexual assault.
Read More »Sexual Assault Survivors Show Healing Through Art Exhibit
For the first time, the Survivors of Violence Art Exhibit will bring artwork created by sexual assault survivors to the Harn Museum of Art. The exhibit, organized as part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, has featured work from 12 artists and will run until April 14.
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This is the key finding of the story: that rape is twice as likely to occur in the surrounding city as on the main campus.
Read More »Faire Increases Security Following Assault Last Year
Swords swung as members of the Thieves Guild performed in the Hoggetowne Medieval Faire’s final dress rehearsal. This weekend Alachua County Fairgrounds will set the stage once again to bring the medieval marketplace to Gainesville for its 30th year. But while avoiding injury is a clear priority for performers, safety …
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