Tree smashes through a home during strong thunderstorm in Gainesville
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Damage from this past Saturday’s strong thunderstorms is still visible across the area, especially for a home on NW 19th lane. The residents were inside riding out the storm on July 11, 2026, when a heavy tree barreled through the roof of their house. One...
Gainesville man sentenced to four years in prison for 2024 shooting at Pointe 12...
Na-Jee Laquan Wright, 32, has been sentenced to two concurrent sentences of four years in state prison after entering a plea of nolo contendere to charges related to a February 2024 shooting at Pointe 12 Apartments (410 NE 11th Street). The post Gainesville man sentenced to four years in prison for 2024 shooting at Po
Ripple Theatricals’ ‘Newsies’ opens on Thursday
Ripple Theatricals will open its production of Disney’s “Newsies” on Thursday, July 16, bringing the inspiring true story of the 1899 newsboys’ strike to the stage. The play will open at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, and will run through Saturday, Aug. 1, at 5505 SW 63rd Blvd. in Gainesville. Click here to purchase tick
Florida Gators are losing ground with five-star recruit, but one key element could keep...
Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall has been a big shooter when it comes to top recruits, and he's going to have time to get it done.
Strong storms break trees and tear down phone lines
This is a reminder that the state’s simple afternoon thunderstorms can become dangerous, and to stay indoors during storm times.
Archer city leaders to study impact of large data centers
ARCHER, Fla. (WCJB) - Archer city leaders say they want to examine the possible impact of future large data centers in the area. During a meeting Monday, the city attorney said staff will soon consult with an expert to discuss the future of data center sites in Archer. Last month,...
School board considering Ocala construction firm for $50 million elementary school replacement
Marion County school officials will look to enter a contract with a local construction company to develop a $50 million elementary school that will replace two others in Belleview. The Marion County School Board is scheduled to vote on a major architectural and facilities recommendation during its regular meeting on...
Southern Slow Down in effect as cops go on the hunt for speeders
DAYTONA BEACH — Speeding and reckless driving have consequences that go beyond fines, points on your driver's license and jail time. They takes lives, said Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods. Woods, a former motorcycle deputy and a traffic homicide investigator, spoke at a press conference for the launch of Operation So
Attorney signals challenges to the City of Alachua’s denial of Tara developments
Attorney Jeff Childers, representing Tara Forest, LLC, has sent demand letters to the City of Alachua and Alachua County, requesting public records related to the City of Alachua's consideration of several Tara Forest developments. The post Attorney signals challenges to the City of Alachua’s denial of Tara developmen
Marion school board considering $180,000 in speech therapy, sign language contracts
The Marion County School Board is scheduled to vote on two independent contractor agreements totaling nearly $180,000 to provide essential speech therapy and sign language services for the upcoming school year. A total of $179,965.50 in contracts will be up for a vote during the board’s regular meeting on Tuesday,...
