5 Florida cities among 20 best college towns in US, but the top 2 may surprise you
Read full article: 5 Florida cities among 20 best college towns in US, but the top 2 may surprise youFlorida cities landed five spots on WalletHubโs new list of the nationโs top 20 college towns, underscoring the stateโs growing influence in higher education and student life, according to an article from.
Exotic lizards have infested this neighborhood near Orlando. Hereโs why thatโs a problem
Read full article: Exotic lizards have infested this neighborhood near Orlando. Hereโs why thatโs a problemAn Orange County community thatโs become infested with invasive chameleons may show signs of an even bigger problem.
Big breakthrough on โSloth Feverโ cases in Florida. Hereโs what experts found
Read full article: Big breakthrough on โSloth Feverโ cases in Florida. Hereโs what experts foundAfter โSloth Feverโ began spreading into Central Florida last year, experts with the University of Florida say theyโve managed a huge breakthrough in their research.
Florida universities are cutting their programs. Hereโs the full list so far
Read full article: Florida universities are cutting their programs. Hereโs the full list so farA SUSF spokeswoman said that several degree programs at universities across Florida have been terminated after a review by the state.
โReally terrifying:โ This mushroom could quietly invade Florida if weโre not careful
Read full article: โReally terrifying:โ This mushroom could quietly invade Florida if weโre not carefulA popular mushroom could jeopardize Florida's environment if it gets released into the wild, according to an expert with the University of Florida.
Floridaโs top universities were just revealed. Hereโs how they ranked
Read full article: Floridaโs top universities were just revealed. Hereโs how they rankedThe news comes as the state of Florida received the outletโs top ranking for higher education, drawing out a reaction from Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Hereโs what causes nearly every alligator attack in Florida, experts say
Read full article: Hereโs what causes nearly every alligator attack in Florida, experts sayA study released last month by the University of Florida has revealed exactly whatโs responsible for the vast majority of alligator attacks.
Florida citrus farmers test on-site biochar production to cut burning and boost soil health
Read full article: Florida citrus farmers test on-site biochar production to cut burning and boost soil healthOn a warm morning in Polk County, heavy equipment hummed through rows of citrus as a mobile carbonizer known as a โTigercatโ converted trees and grove debris into biochar โ a porous, charcoal-like material that project leaders say could help hold water and nutrients in sandy Florida soils, reduce greenhouse emissions from burning, and even filter polluted water.
Invasive lizards infest Central Florida neighborhood. But thereโs a bigger problem
Read full article: Invasive lizards infest Central Florida neighborhood. But thereโs a bigger problemAn Orange County community thatโs become infested with invasive chameleons may show signs of an even bigger problem.
These invasive โcrazy antsโ have made huge colonies in Florida. Hereโs where
Read full article: These invasive โcrazy antsโ have made huge colonies in Florida. Hereโs whereA longtime invasive ant has been making the rounds in Florida over the past few decades. And with summer upon us, itโs prime season for these ants to spread.
โForefront of talent development:โ UF announces plan for a campus in this cityโs downtown
Read full article: โForefront of talent development:โ UF announces plan for a campus in this cityโs downtownThe University of Florida announced it has secured land and additional funding for its planned campus in downtown Jacksonville.
Better feed, fewer burps: UF dairy tackles climate change
Read full article: Better feed, fewer burps: UF dairy tackles climate changeAt the University of Floridaโs dairy research unit, Gator Debbie, a curious 3-year-old Holstein with unusually short fur, sniffs at our camera between bites of her food.
Two of the worldโs most destructive termites made a hybrid in Florida. Hereโs why itโs a big deal
Read full article: Two of the worldโs most destructive termites made a hybrid in Florida. Hereโs why itโs a big dealRecent research has revealed that two invasive species of termites in Florida have managed to produce a hybrid, raising concerns about the destructive potential this new breed brings to the table.
Santa Ono rejected for University of Florida presidency amid conservative backlashbebe
Read full article: Santa Ono rejected for University of Florida presidency amid conservative backlashbebeLongtime academic Santa Ono has been rejected for the University of Florida presidency by the state university system board.
Ex-University of Michigan president to take over University of Florida
Read full article: Ex-University of Michigan president to take over University of FloridaDr. Santa Ono, a molecular immunologist and former University of Michigan president, was selected to be the next president of the University of Florida Tuesday, despite opposition from some conservatives.
Judge blocks Trump's orders to dismantle the Education Department and fire employees
Read full article: Judge blocks Trump's orders to dismantle the Education Department and fire employeesA federal judge has blocked President Donald Trumpโs executive order to dismantle the Education Department and ordered the agency to reinstate employees who were fired in mass layoffs.
This orange invasive lizard is exploding across Florida. Hereโs where itโs been found
Read full article: This orange invasive lizard is exploding across Florida. Hereโs where itโs been foundWith April kicking off breeding season for many Florida critters, these colorful lizards are likely to become much more common in the coming months.
New study reveals what causes nearly every alligator attack in Florida
Read full article: New study reveals what causes nearly every alligator attack in FloridaA study released last month by the University of Florida has revealed exactly whatโs responsible for the vast majority of alligator attacks.
These are the best colleges in Florida, ranked. Hereโs how they all stack up
Read full article: These are the best colleges in Florida, ranked. Hereโs how they all stack upU.S. News and World Report has released its list of the best Florida colleges in 2025, determining which spots in the Sunshine State are the best for those pursuing higher education.
Florida coach Todd Golden cleared in Title IX investigation regarding sexual harassment allegations
Read full article: Florida coach Todd Golden cleared in Title IX investigation regarding sexual harassment allegationsThe University of Florida has cleared menโs basketball coach Todd Golden following a four-month Title IX investigation into allegations of sexual exploitation, sexual harassment and stalking.
The worldโs tallest teenager, 7-foot-9 Olivier Rioux, plans to redshirt at Florida this season
Read full article: The worldโs tallest teenager, 7-foot-9 Olivier Rioux, plans to redshirt at Florida this seasonThe worldโs tallest teenager might have to wait a year to become the worldโs tallest college basketball player.
Florida researchers want to stop cows from burping. Hereโs why
Read full article: Florida researchers want to stop cows from burping. Hereโs whyCows produce your milk and beef, but what these big animals belch up is a big contributor to climate change. Researchers at the University of Florida are working to find a solution.
John Morgan slams University of Florida leadership: Calls out cronyism, wasted millions
Read full article: John Morgan slams University of Florida leadership: Calls out cronyism, wasted millionsIn a recent episode of Florida's Fourth Estate, attorney and philanthropist John Morgan didn't mince words when it came to his alma mater, the University of Florida, and its recent leadership under former President Ben Sasse.
These are the best universities, colleges in Florida 2024. Hereโs the list
Read full article: These are the best universities, colleges in Florida 2024. Hereโs the listThe list is divided into different regions of the country, including the North, Midwest, West and โ in Floridaโs case โ South.
Report says former University of Florida president Ben Sasse spent $1.3 million on social events
Read full article: Report says former University of Florida president Ben Sasse spent $1.3 million on social eventsA new report says former University of Florida president Ben Sasse spent over $1.3 million on private catering for lavish dinners, football tailgates and extravagant social functions.
North Carolina's public universities cut 59 positions as part of a massive DEI overhaul this summer
Read full article: North Carolina's public universities cut 59 positions as part of a massive DEI overhaul this summerNewly released reports from North Carolina's public university system to prove compliance with a new systemwide diversity policy show several DEI position cuts and reassignments were made.
Former Florida receiver Ricky Pearsall shot during robbery attempt in San Francisco
Read full article: Former Florida receiver Ricky Pearsall shot during robbery attempt in San FranciscoRicky Pearsall, a former University of Florida football player, was shot and injured on Saturday afternoon, according to San Francisco Mayor London Breed.
Swamp full of knowledge: UF unveils Jimmy Buffett music course
Read full article: Swamp full of knowledge: UF unveils Jimmy Buffett music courseIf the point of going to college is to acquire yourself a little knowledge, the University of Florida in Gainesville (and a long way from Bourbon Street) has the course for you.
Shift in Floridaโs lizard population could affect spread of mosquito-borne diseases
Read full article: Shift in Floridaโs lizard population could affect spread of mosquito-borne diseasesA team of scientists from the University of Florida is exploring the impact of a lizard population shift that could influence the spread of mosquito-borne diseases.
Ex-University of Florida president gave former Senate staffers large raises, report finds
Read full article: Ex-University of Florida president gave former Senate staffers large raises, report findsSpending by recently resigned University of Florida President Ben Sasse is coming under scrutiny after the student-run newspaper found that he gave high-paying jobs to former members of his U.S. Senate staff and Republican allies.
Kentucky-Florida game at CWS is postponed until Wednesday amid forecast of storms
Read full article: Kentucky-Florida game at CWS is postponed until Wednesday amid forecast of stormsThe College World Series elimination game between Kentucky and Florida scheduled for Tuesday night has been postponed because of inclement weather forecast for the Omaha area.
Wins by Kentucky, Tennessee, Florida and A&M mean it'll be only SEC and ACC at College World Series
Read full article: Wins by Kentucky, Tennessee, Florida and A&M mean it'll be only SEC and ACC at College World SeriesKentucky finally made it to a College World Series, and the Wildcats will be joined by at least three other Southeastern Conference teams on college baseballโs biggest stage.
Invasive ants create โsuper coloniesโ across Florida. Hereโs where theyโve been found
Read full article: Invasive ants create โsuper coloniesโ across Florida. Hereโs where theyโve been foundA longtime invasive ant has been making the rounds in Florida over the past few decades. And with summer coming up, itโs prime season for these ants to spread.
Former University of Florida recruit sues in โNILโ dispute
Read full article: Former University of Florida recruit sues in โNILโ disputeSaying his experience is โemblematic of the abuses running rampant in the world of big-time college football,โ a former high-school star quarterback on Tuesday filed a lawsuit accusing University of Florida football coach Billy Napier, a top Gators booster and others of wrongdoing related to a $13.85 million endorsement deal gone sour.
University of Florida researchers hop into micro-brewing industry
Read full article: University of Florida researchers hop into micro-brewing industryResearchers with the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences provided an update on its research project aimed at growing the plant used to brew beer.
โThereโs never been a Palestinian state:โ DeSantis addresses Israel protests at University of Florida
Read full article: โThereโs never been a Palestinian state:โ DeSantis addresses Israel protests at University of FloridaFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke at the University of Florida to decry ongoing pro-Palestinian demonstrations at college campuses, doing so as protesters could be heard chanting nearby.
โNot a daycare:โ 12 arrested during student protests at 2 Florida universities
Read full article: โNot a daycare:โ 12 arrested during student protests at 2 Florida universitiesProtestors at the University of Florida and University of South Florida were arrested on Monday, according to university officials.
UF sets student protest boundaries, threatens 3-year ban for rulebreakers
Read full article: UF sets student protest boundaries, threatens 3-year ban for rulebreakersThe University of Florida is telling students what they can and canโt do if they want to protest on campus, and rulebreakers among students and faculty will face harsh penalties, according to information being shared on campus this week.
North Carolina university committee swiftly passes policy change that could cut diversity staff
Read full article: North Carolina university committee swiftly passes policy change that could cut diversity staffDiversity, equity and inclusion staff members' jobs in North Carolina's public university system could be at risk.
This orange and blue lizard has invaded Florida. Hereโs where itโs been spotted
Read full article: This orange and blue lizard has invaded Florida. Hereโs where itโs been spottedWith April kicking off breeding season for many Florida critters, these colorful lizards are likely to become much more common in the coming months.
Pre-med student accused of stabbing mother to death in Polk County
Read full article: Pre-med student accused of stabbing mother to death in Polk CountyA pre-med student at the University of Florida is accused of stabbing his mother to death on Saturday afternoon, according to the Polk County Sheriffโs Office.
March Madness: Hereโs when Florida schools will play in NCAA Basketball Tournament
Read full article: March Madness: Hereโs when Florida schools will play in NCAA Basketball TournamentMarch Madness gets underway this week and on Sunday we found out when Floridaโs college basketball teams that made it into the NCAA menโs tournament will play.
NAACP urges student-athletes to reconsider Florida colleges after state eliminates DEI programs
Read full article: NAACP urges student-athletes to reconsider Florida colleges after state eliminates DEI programsThe NAACP says Black student-athletes should reconsider attending public colleges and universities in Florida.
NAACP urges Black student athletes to reconsider Florida public universities amid DEI crack down
Read full article: NAACP urges Black student athletes to reconsider Florida public universities amid DEI crack downThe NAACP said it sent a letter to โcurrent and prospective members of the NCAAโ on Monday asking Black student athletes to reconsider attending a Florida public university or college.
University of Florida axes diversity and inclusion office under GOP-led law aimed at ridding similar programs
Read full article: University of Florida axes diversity and inclusion office under GOP-led law aimed at ridding similar programsThe University of Florida is eliminating its chief diversity officer position, scrapping the programโs staff jobs and halting any contracts involving the subject because of a new law passed last year that was pushed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Bee season is coming up in Florida. Hereโs how long it will last
Read full article: Bee season is coming up in Florida. Hereโs how long it will lastIf you notice there is an unusually high amount of โbee trafficโ near your home, it could be an indicator that bees are setting up a colony there.
UF microbiology experiment among supplies headed to space station
Read full article: UF microbiology experiment among supplies headed to space stationTuesdayโs Falcon 9 launch to the International Space Station included one interesting passenger โ a microbiology experiment from the University of Florida.
Florida disputes speech lawsuits from pro-Palestinian student groups
Read full article: Florida disputes speech lawsuits from pro-Palestinian student groupsGov. Ron DeSantis and the state university system are trying to fend off lawsuits from pro-Palestinian student groups that allege First Amendment violations amid campus debates about the war between Israel and Hamas.
โI just didnโt want to be in the cageโ: University of Florida scientists accused of locking kids in cages
Read full article: โI just didnโt want to be in the cageโ: University of Florida scientists accused of locking kids in cagesThe couple's child one day told investigators that he โdid not want to go home because the father built a cage to lock him in while the mother worked,โ police said.
This Florida toad could end up swarming your neighborhood by the millions. Hereโs how
Read full article: This Florida toad could end up swarming your neighborhood by the millions. Hereโs howMore than 40 years ago, a neighborhood in Seminole County was reportedly swarmed in what was called โThe Great Longwood Toad Invasion.โ
Florida researchers deploy virtual reality, AI to combat shoplifters
Read full article: Florida researchers deploy virtual reality, AI to combat shopliftersAs major retailers, like Target, plan to close some of their stores due to retail theft, a group of researchers in Central Florida is trying to help corporations outsmart thieves.
Chaos erupts at University of Florida prayer vigil for Israel after โmisunderstoodโ 911 call
Read full article: Chaos erupts at University of Florida prayer vigil for Israel after โmisunderstoodโ 911 callA vigil for victims of the attacks in Israel at the University of Florida erupts into chaos, leaving five injured.
Florida agriculture losses between $78M and $371M from Hurricane Idalia, preliminary estimate says
Read full article: Florida agriculture losses between $78M and $371M from Hurricane Idalia, preliminary estimate saysFlorida agriculture losses from Hurricane Idalia are estimated at between $78 million and $371 million, with producers also suffering widespread damage to such infrastructure as irrigation rigs and fences.
These Florida universities among best in US. One of them tops the list
Read full article: These Florida universities among best in US. One of them tops the listThe University of Florida was named the top U.S. public university in the 2024 Americaโs Best College Rankings, published Wednesday by the Wall Street Journal.
Your Florida Daily: Florida man accused in love triangle beating, scorching heat for July 4
Read full article: Your Florida Daily: Florida man accused in love triangle beating, scorching heat for July 4A Florida man is in jail accused of beating another man with a baseball bat after finding him in bed with his wife, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.
Foundation honors Central Florida teenโs passion for helping children with serious illnesses
Read full article: Foundation honors Central Florida teenโs passion for helping children with serious illnessesThis weekโs Getting Results Award goes to one mother who has found a way to share her daughterโs memory through a foundation dedicated to helping children with serious illnesses.
Canine respiratory illness cases temporarily close Daytona Beach animal shelter
Read full article: Canine respiratory illness cases temporarily close Daytona Beach animal shelterAn animal shelter in Daytona Beach is temporarily closed due to some dogs at the center being diagnosed with upper respiratory infections.
5-year-old Florida girl discovers prehistoric graveyard
Read full article: 5-year-old Florida girl discovers prehistoric graveyardPaleontologist Jonathan Bloch with the Florida Museum of Natural History said his team would have never uncovered a prehistoric site filled with fossils if it weren't for a 5-year-old little girl.
Unearthing the past: Florida scientists find fossils of ancient elephants, sabretooth cats, rhinos
Read full article: Unearthing the past: Florida scientists find fossils of ancient elephants, sabretooth cats, rhinosFossil hunters in Florida are unearthing incredible finds, including prehistoric creatures such as rhinos, sabretooth cats and ancient relatives of elephants.
Florida, Georgia exercise option to keep โCocktail Partyโ in Jacksonville through 2026
Read full article: Florida, Georgia exercise option to keep โCocktail Partyโ in Jacksonville through 2026The annual rivalry game between Florida and Georgia will be played in Jacksonville at least through 2025.
UCF to ban TikTok, other social media from campus amid security concerns
Read full article: UCF to ban TikTok, other social media from campus amid security concernsAccording to the university, the move comes as a result of an emergency regulation issued by the Florida Board of Governors amid security concerns posed by these platforms.
UF banning TikTok on campus, urging students to delete app
Read full article: UF banning TikTok on campus, urging students to delete appThe university sent an email to students and faculty outlining five apps, including TikTok, that will no longer be allowed on devices or networks owned by the school.