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A University of Florida research employee and students have been implicated in an illegal, multi-million dollar scheme investigated by the Justice Department to fraudulently buy thousands of biochemical samples of dangerous drugs and toxins that were delivered to a campus laboratory then illicitly shipped to China over seven years, according to federal court records.
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(Maya Erwin/WUFT News)All across the University of Florida campus, people can find one consistent item: bottled water. -
(Maya Erwin/WUFT News)Few things are taken for granted in modern society as much as tap water. Fresh, drinkable water is available at the twist of a knob or the turn of a wrist.
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The ordinance allows voters to repeal Section 7 of the city charter, which establishes the GRU Authority. The vote will take place on Election Day, Nov. 5. -
Carrying out a controversial law signed last week by Gov. Ron DeSantis, officials have started moving to repeal state renewable-energy goals.
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Through due diligence and unwavering observation, forensic investigators play a crucial role in finding justice for victims and holding perpetrators accountable. -
Former Florida recruit and current Georgia quarterback Jaden Rashada is suing Gators coach Billy Napier and the program’s top booster over a failed name, image and likeness deal worth nearly $14 million.
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Memorial Day was first widely observed in 1868 to honor the sacrifices of Civil War soldiers, according to PBS. By the late 1800s, multiple states had declared it a holiday, and in 1971, Congress established the last Monday of each May as a federal one. -
On April 26th, High Dive founder and owner, Pat Lavery announced the venue’s planned closure in a Facebook post. Since 2011, High Dive has hosted many coming of age and already-established musical and comedic acts.
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The man turned out to be a stridently pro-Israel, Messianic Jewish hip hop rapper from Florida’s East Coast. -
An Alachua County judge released all nine pro-Palestinian protesters from jail on Tuesday after their arrest on the University of Florida campus on Monday. The final protester to be released, UF student Allan Hektor Frasheri, posted bail and is facing a felony battery charge related to his arrest. -
Police, supported by state troopers, arrested nine pro-Palestinian protesters late Monday who had occupied a plaza on the University of Florida for days. They were among the first college arrests in Florida. -
To pilots, especially ones in mortal danger, air traffic controllers are voices at the end of a lifeline, saviors of the skies.
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From PBS Newshour
Millions living through nightmare as Sudan's civil war brings killings, torture, famine
Pope apologizes for using slur while discussing opposition to gay men in priesthood
Israeli tanks reach central Rafah amid outrage following deadly strike on refugee camp
Māori poet Tayi Tibble draws on guidance of Polynesian ancestors in 'Rangikura'
How marijuana's reclassification could change U.S. drug policy
Biden considers temporarily closing southern border to curb flow of migrant crossings
News Wrap: Court fast-tracks TikTok's legal battle against potential ban
What was said during closing arguments in Trump's hush money trial
Local Programming on WUFT-TV
Hear Josh Gluck, headed by Josh on vocals and guitar, Ashton Cain on bass, and Edgard Manso on drums.
Documentary directed by Sophia Abolfathi. A century ago, Florida's mangrove jungles were razed to make way for coastal development. Now, climate change is helping fuel their expansion.
“Greater Good” is a WUFT-produced half-hour series showcasing non-profit organizations in the North Central Florida community. Each participating organization will lead the viewer on a journey of their organization’s history, their mission, their day-to-day community engagement and their impact on the community. This series will highlight what makes our community great.
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The program is held on the first Friday of every month until August at the Martin Luther King Center from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. On April 12, about 50 kids were in attendance ready to play and — more importantly — win. -
Jada Turner has never once suited up for the Gators, but her impact can be felt throughout the program. At 15 years old, Jada has dealt with more than her fair share of adversity. -
While there will be many vendors, activities and planes this year, one person in particular is missing.
