The Florida Board of Governors voted to ban Florida's 12 public universities from admitting undocumented immigrants on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026.

Enterprise

Florida Board of Governors bans undocumented students from public universities

By Logan McBride | 7:38pm

The Florida Board of Governors delivered another blow to undocumented immigrants seeking higher education in Florida during a Thursday meeting in Fort Myers. The board, which is made up of 17 members, with 14 appointed by the governor, voted to block Florida’s 12 public universities from offering admission to undocumented immigrants starting at the beginning of the 2027-28 school year.

Metro

Alachua man charged with possessing heroin, meth and an unprescribed drug

By Teia Williams | 1:37pm

Florida midfielder Sophia Sindelar prepares to take a shot on target against Youngstown State in Gainesville, Fla. Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026.

Sports

Florida garnishes Senior Night celebration with victory over Youngstown State

By Zach Moore | 10:12pm

No. 21 Florida (4-1-1) defeated Youngstown State (0-5-1) 2-0 Thursday on Senior Night at Donald R. Dizney ...

Metro

Newberry man charged for possession of child pornography

By Teia Williams | 10:31am

Richard Matthew Moore, a 34-year-old Newberry resident, was charged Tuesday for possessing child sexual ...

Florida freshman Lena Bailey celebrates after scoring a goal against the Maryland Terrapins in a 1-0 win Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023.

Sports

No. 21 Florida soccer to celebrate Senior Night against winless Youngstown State

By Zach Moore | 9:00am

Florida will honor 10 seniors in its 2026 class: goalkeepers Jayden Emmanuel and Paris Bice; attackers ...

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Signs urging pedestrians to use the crosswalk line the Newell Gateway, Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.

UF partners with Florida Department of Transportation to promote road safety

By Sofia Garcia | Sep. 1

Officers and representatives from UF and the Florida Department of Transportation hosted a pop-up event Monday on a sidewalk bordering the university’s campus, with colorful signage and free supplies for bicyclists.

From Santa Fe to The Swamp: What students should know before transferring

By Lilyanna Collado | Sep. 1

‘Every time we spoke, I left learning something new’: Dorothy Zimmerman’s friends and students reflect on her legacy

By Alana Nguyen | Aug. 31

UF Black Student Assembly celebrates culture at ‘The Gallery’

By Sofia Garcia | Aug. 31

Student Senate braces for new cycle following mixed reactions last school year

By Sofia Garcia | Aug. 31

Metro

Gainesville Housing Authority CEO Pamela E. Davis speaks to attendees during the Celebration of Success at the Cotton Club Museum & Cultural Center, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.

Gainesville Housing Authority celebrates community members’ success

By Julia Miller | Aug. 30

The Gainesville Housing Authority, a local organization that provides safe, affordable housing and community programs to residents, held its fourth annual Celebration of Success on Saturday.

18-year-old Gainesville man arrested for possession of child pornography

By Teia Williams | Aug. 28

Gainesville man charged with possession of child pornography

By Teia Williams | Aug. 27

Alachua County Commission approves housing and agricultural development, looks into Flock Safety cameras

By Olivia Lofaso and Grace Larson | Aug. 26

Black Lake Preserve opens in Melrose

By Teia Williams | Aug. 23

Sports

Florida Gators inside linebacker Myles Graham (5) speaks to the media during a press conference on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

‘Don’t miss the layup’: White, Asare, Graham talk UF defensive game plan ahead of season-opener

By Max Bernstein | Sep. 2

When Brad White assumed the defensive coordinator position at Florida in December of 2025, he made his intentions clear from day one: his job was to make the Gator defense the most feared unit in college football. After months of preparation, that mission begins on the evening of Sept. 5, when Florida will kick off its 2026 campaign under the lights of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. But the first test for the revamped UF defense will not be a walk in the park.

The Conference Call: The Alligator’s football reporters pick Week 1 SEC matchups

By Ava DiCecca , Max Bernstein , Curan Ahern and Riley Orovitz | Sep. 2

Selena Leban propels Florida to upset of No. 11 Minnesota

By Nicole Scura | Sep. 2

Gators volleyball kicks off grueling four-match road stretch against Minnesota in Big Ten/SEC Challenge

By Sofia Alamo | Sep. 1

Faulkner, Baugh, Brown III outline expectations, improvement entering season

By Curan Ahern and Riley Orovitz | Sep. 1

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The Chainsmokers headlined SwampFest at Flavet Field April 14, with DJ opener Riordan. The iconic duo mixed in new material with hits like “Paris” and “Don’t Let Me Down,” also remixing classics like “Teenage Dirtbag” and “Seven Nation Army.”

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DJ duo Chainsmokers performs at SwampFest

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About 2,000 people gathered at Gainesville’s Cora Roberson Park on Saturday to protest the Trump administration. The protest was part of No Kings demonstrations planned across the country — the third since the series began June 14, 2025, and the first of this year.

SLIDESHOW

GALLERY: Thousands attend the first No Kings protest of the year

Mar. 29

A crowd of around 40 people gathered by a bench to watch 20 members of UF’s Lettuce Club compete in a lettuce eating competition Feb. 19. Many watched with their own pieces of lettuce in hand, and some even gripped personal bottles of dressing to complement the leafy greens.

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UF’s Lettuce Club holds its first eating competition

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How Dolly Parton quietly rewrote Gainesville’s future

By Kendall O'Connor | Aug. 31

Dolly Parton’s music, acting and philanthropy made her a global icon. Her passion for early childhood literacy in underserved communities made her a Gainesville one.

GainesvilleShows website travels back in time through the city’s music history

By Brandy Sumner | Aug. 31

A taste of Sweden rolls into Gainesville

By Katharine Litman | Aug. 31

Where Gators can get a taste of game day this football season

By Katharine Litman | Aug. 25

Guitar rock duo Rustler to release debut album in September

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Opinions

Kyle Trask runs through Missouri defenders in Florida's game versus Missouri on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020.

OPINION: Uniform colors matter, and Florida isn’t using them to their full potential

By Evan Dressel | Sep. 1

The Florida Gators have iconic uniforms and colors but they haven’t been used to their fullest potential. However, the recent release of three new uniforms for this upcoming football season have me optimistic that the orange and blue will finally be unleashed.