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Read for the record 2027 brings communities together again
Big dreams often begin with little books, and Palm Beach County is turning the page on a new chapter of literacy, laughter and inspiration.
DOH-Orange Issues Mosquito-Borne Illness Alert Update - Florida Department of Health in Orange County
DOH-Orange has confirmed two additional cases of locally-acquired dengue, bringing the total number of cases to five.
Florida Panthers to Host Fifth Annual ‘Pink in the Rink’ Night Presented by Baptist Health Cancer Care & Promise Fund on Saturday, Oct. 17 - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
October 12, 2026 – The Florida Panthers announced today the club will hold their fifth annual ‘Pink in the Rink’ night on Saturday, Oct. 17 in conjunction with Baptist Health […]
FSU Discovery Days: IGNITE Tallahassee Open House welcome visitors for behind-the-scenes look at high-tech business incubator
IGNITE Tallahassee will showcase how it supports high-tech and deep-technology ventures in Florida’s Capital Region during FSU Discovery Days. The IGNITE
Florida football coach Jon Sumrall defends Gators fans booing team
Florida head coach Jon Sumrall didn't mind the boos from fans on Saturday.
Palm Health Foundation Doubles Gifts to Grow the Next Generation of Mental and Behavioral Health Professionals - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Final Weeks to Double Impact: $50,000 Scholarship Match Ends October 31 October 12 2026 – West Palm Beach, Fla. – Community members have just weeks left to double their investment in […]
Florida Panthers to Host Fifth Annual ‘Pink in the Rink’ Night Presented by Baptist Health Cancer Care & Promise Fund on Saturday, Oct. 17
SUNRISE, Fla. - The Florida Panthers announced today the club will hold their fifth annual ‘Pink in the Rink’ night on Saturday, Oct. 17 in conjunction with Baptist Health Cancer Care and Promise Fund when the Panthers host the Seattle Kraken at 6 p.m. (ET) at Amerant Bank Arena. The
FSU computer scientists appointed National Science Foundation program director
A Florida State University researcher is helping guide national research priorities in artificial intelligence, advanced computing and data systems in his
FSU's ranking in USA TODAY Sports preseason ACC basketball poll
USA TODAY Sports has released its preseason poll for the 2026-27 basketball season, with Florida State ranking eighth.
Annette Taddeo targets Blaise Ingoglia with corruption claims in new ad for CFO race
'I’ll lower the insurance rates crushing our families and make sure guilty politicians go to prison.'
Florida: Shane Beamer's Postgame Comments Should Bother Gators Players
After a demoralizing home loss, the South Carolina Gamecocks’ bold plan to silence The Swamp exposes a lack of grit that threatens to derail Jon Sumrall’s once-promising debut season.
How pod protectors promote safe interactions with dolphins
Southwest Florida’s ocean life is full of beauty. From the sea turtles that hatch their young on our sandy shores to the manatees that can be seen floating throughout the
Miami’s Offense Could Potentially Run Over Seminoles Defense
In two road losses this season, Florida State has given up 1,104 total yards, 644 rushing yards, and 94 points. The Seminoles travel to Miami to take on the Hurricanes, who run the No. 1 offense in college football.
Ladapo: Eliminating vaccine mandates is about parents' rights, not science
Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo is a well-known vaccine skeptic.
Chase Brown struggles in South Florida
Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown rushed 13 times for just 39 yards in Week 5
Can you guess how much France lets you spend to become President?
French presidential spending limits put Florida’s costly campaigns in perspective.
Celtic winter faire expands to three weekends this holiday
Palm Beach County is getting a little more medieval this holiday season.
Florida flips nation's No. 1 2027 receiver from Texas
The Gators get one of the biggest recruits in program history.
Florida scouts earned Nuclear Science Merit Badges at AFTAC event
Eighty-nine scouts earned their Nuclear Science Merit Badge during an educational event at Patrick Space Force Base.
Gov. DeSantis gives new Isaias recovery update as crews clear roads, businesses get aid
Florida officials are expanding Hurricane Isaias recovery efforts across the Panhandle, with crews clearing debris from rural roads, businesses gaining access t
ACC standings after Week 6: Florida State plummets
The Florida State Seminoles dropped significantly in the ACC standings after their loss to the Louisville Cardinals. Here's the full rankings.
Dual tropical storms hit both US coasts with floods and outages
More than 440,000 homes and businesses from Pennsylvania to Florida are without power and flood threats are rising at both ends of the country as the U.S. deals with a
Where Athlon Sports projects Florida's bowl game after Week 6 loss
Athlon Sports projects this in-state bowl game for Florida football against an ACC opponent after the Gators' Week 6 loss to South Carolina.
Orlando YMCA helps seniors stay healthy and safe
After what was Hurricane Isaias impacted parts of the state, a Central Florida group used the opportunity to raise awareness — and heart rates.
Georgia enters October undefeated as the challenging SEC schedule intensifies
ALesik/Depositphotos Georgia enters October with a perfect record Georgia’s 2026 football schedule brings a major change as the SEC moves to a nine-game conference slate. The Bulldogs face familiar rivals, new scheduling twists, and several challenging road trips, while the annual Florida matchup temporarily leaves Jacksonville. Alabama, Ole Miss, Oklahoma, Auburn, and South Carolina are…
Contests for Florida governor, senator offer different strategies for handling race
It’s a reflection of a difficult reality for Black candidates like Byron Donalds and Angie Nixon, especially in a Southern state, experts say: Progressives may motivate their base by engaging on race, but conservatives risk alienating…
Florida HC Jon Sumrall Admits Gators Have Serious Problem Brewing
After a humiliating blowout at The Swamp, Jon Sumrall faces a crisis as recurring defensive lapses and stagnant quarterback play threaten to derail the Gators' once-promising season.
ALDS Game 5 – White Sox at Guardians discussion
Which AL Central team will head to sunny Florida this weekend?
Maple Leafs Get Telling Sergei Bobrovsky Reaction From William Nylander
As part of their monumental summer of change, the Toronto Maple Leafs brought in multiple new faces, including the likes of Nick Paul and Darren Raddysh from the divisional rival Tampa Bay Lightning, along with goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky, who had played the last seven years with the rival Florida Panthers. Of course, Bobrovsky had helped […] The post Maple Leafs Get Telling Sergei Bobrovsky Reaction From William Nylander appeared first on HEAVY.
Florida crews round up 59 swans in annual health checkup, and children get a rare chance to hold one
"It really sparks interest, and it shows how important it is in Lakeland."
Mizzou Backs up Florida Win With Dominant Performance Over Aggies
The Tigers’ defense shut down Texas A&M as MU rolled to a second straight blowout win in Columbia
Florida vs South Carolina weather updates: Latest forecast for SEC Week 6 game
Florida and South Carolina hit a weather delay at halftime in Gainesville with the Gamecocks up seven.
Tom Izzo Loses Top-40 Recruit to SEC Powerhouse
Michigan State basketball misses out on four-star center Kamsi Awaka, who committed to Florida. Here's what it means for Tom Izzo's 2027 class.
Rare ‘pumpkin spice’ baby sea turtle spotted in Florida
‘This little one, surprisingly, had an earthy tone of autumn.’
Seedy K’s GameCap: Florida State
There are times when the aura of sports is as marvelous and heartening as Friday evening’s sunset. There’s the game. The fandom. The sense of community. Victory makes it better. But, when you find yourself the morning after, thinking about one of those people who passed in and out and in of your life and […]
Daniela Lozano, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute as a Headache Neurologist - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
October 9, 2026 – Board-certified and fellowship-trained neurologist Daniela Lozano, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute. Her clinical interests include migraine and other headache disorders, women’s […]
Byron Donalds camp to knock doors with Sydney Gruters, Nick DiCeglie, Linda Chaney as GOP coordinates campaigns
Republicans have a favorable map, but are facing political headwinds nonetheless.
Ruling makes Hope Florida an even bigger political issue a month before election
DeSantis’ inner circle and state Democrats are both seizing on the Hope Florida saga.
Ruling makes Hope Florida a bigger political issue a month before election
DeSantis declares victory, but many questions remain.
Ruling makes Hope Florida an even bigger political issue a month before election
TALLAHASSEE — As Gov. Ron DeSantis said during a news conference this week: “When the narratives are set, they’re set.
We talk about mental health, but are we really listening?
For World Mental Health Day, a mental health reporter reflects on the people whose stories revealed the power of being heard.
Sarasota County commissioner’s husband paid $42K by lobbyist for developers
The financial relationship between Tallahassee lobbyist and Sarasota County Commissioner raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest under Florida ethics law.
When Will Enough Be Enough for Florida State and Norvell?
Florida State’s collapse against Louisville raises more questions about Mike Norvell’s future as the Seminoles face mounting pressure heading into a showdown with Miami.
Louisville Stuns Florida State With 44-20 Comeback Victory
Seminoles Blow Early Lead in Costly ACC Loss The Louisville Cardinals delivered a dominant comeback Friday night, defeating Florida State 44-20 after overcoming an early 14 point deficit at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. What started as a promising performance for the Seminoles quickly turned into another frustrating road loss as Louisville took control and…
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Unveils 'Zona de Fuego' Florida's First Fully Integrated Latin Gaming & Entertainment Experience
/PRNewswire/ -- Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood today unveiled Zona de Fuego, Florida's first fully integrated Latin gaming and entertainment...
SMU Bowl Projections Raise Questions About Mustangs' Playoff Hopes
SMU football is projected for bowl games against Florida, Arizona and USC, but Kevin Jennings and the Mustangs still have a path toward the ACC title and playoffs.
Baptist Health buys Coral Gables office building for $39M as region’s health care heavyweights compete for space
Baptist Health South Florida picked up a Coral Gables office building for $39 million, the latest booster shot to its regional growth. The health care system bought the property at 2855 Le Jeune Road from City National Bank, in a deal that pencils out to $321 per square foot, according to records and real estate database Vizzda. The bank sold the four-story building after it leased 145,000 square feet for its headquarters at 2701 South Le Jeune Road, also in Coral Gables. The space consolidated staff members working in its former Coral Gables building, as well as in Brickell and […]
Florida citrus forecast projects a nearly 25% orange production drop
The 2026–2027 Florida citrus forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows declining production with one exception.
The 6 College Football Games to Watch in Week 6
Check out our conference preview for all the Big 10 action this weekend. Florida State at Louisville 7 p.m., ESPN (Friday) Both teams are in desperation mode as they try to avoid the season going into a complete tailspin. Florida State is coming in with momentum after pounding Virginia, although it’s been proven you can’t […]
Florida ‘ghost’ candidate scandal haunts FPL in merger talks with Dominion
José Javier Rodríguez, running for Florida attorney general, calls for documents to be made public.
Sunshine Health Awards $100,000 in Grants to Support Caregivers of Vulnerable Children - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Oct. 8, 2026 — Sunshine Health, a company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), has awarded $100,000 in grants for innovative programs that support caregivers of children and youth with behavioral […]
Iron Mountain adds ViaTeK Solutions to ITAD business
Iron Mountain has added ViaTeK Solutions, a Florida-based IT asset disposition (ITAD) and electronics recycling company, to its asset lifecycle
Jayden Woods working to balance energy, discipline in pass rush
Jayden Woods discusses controlling his pass-rush energy, Brad White's increased intensity, Florida's defensive unity and facing South Carolina.
AMA Statement on Federal Vaccine Injury Initiative - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
October 8 2026 Statement attributable to: Willie Underwood, III, MD, MSc, MPH President, American Medical Association “The AMA strongly supports legitimate, ongoing vaccine safety monitoring, as well as research grounded […]
How to watch Alabama State football vs Florida A&M
Where to watch or stream Alabama State football's game against Florida A&M in Week 6.
Florida’s devolving position on science standards
Columnist Pat Beall trains her pen on new Florida school science standards that put evolution and climate change in the back seat.
ACIC launches E&S carrier for coastal commercial property
ACES Specialty Insurance will begin writing in Florida, Texas and South Carolina on December 1, adding a direct market for catastrophe-exposed placements
Miami billionaire Ken Griffin adds $25 million to a South Florida hospital gift
The institute named for him is set to open in 2029
Community notes: Best Bets for things to do in Brevard
Community notes: Best Bets for things to do in Brevard
Seminole Tribe of Florida sues DraftKings over sports betting
The lawsuit alleges DraftKings operates a sports book in violation of the gaming compact between the Tribe and the state inked in 2021, which provides the Tribe a monopoly on sports betting in Florida.
Sanibel Island Writers Conference returns this November
During the past decade, as cell phones and tablets made their way into every jacket pocket and onto most bedside tables, you may – fairly – have subscribed to the
Seminole Tribe sues DraftKings: What it means for sports betting
The Seminole Tribe of Florida has filed a federal lawsuit accusing DraftKings of running an illegal, unlicensed sports gambling operation across the state.
McCullough's Positive Presence Sets the Tone for the Marlins' Future
The mood around Miami has been moving forward, as a winning culture is arising in South Florida
Seminole Tribe Sues DraftKings for Running Illegal Sports Betting in Florida - WRUF 98.1 FM | 850 AM
The battle over sports betting rights in Florida is heading to court with the Seminole Tribe defending its exclusive rights to sports gambling in the state. The Seminole Tribe is suing DraftKings and CEO Jason Robins, claiming the company violated Florida’s 2021 Gaming Compact and is operating an illegal sports betting business. Through the 2021
Florida voters express dissatisfaction with political candidates skipping debates
Political ads are saturating Florida's airwaves, with attack ads like "Byron Donalds is a liar" and "David Jolly wants to tax you more!" playing nonstop, but debate stages remain empty in some of the state's biggest races, leaving voters questioning why candidates won’t face each other.
Florida Department of Health in Clay County expands services for student athletes
The Florida Department of Health in Clay County has expanded its clinical services to include school and sports physicals along with electrocardiogram screenings.
Last Call for 10.8.26 – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics
A digest of the day's politics and policy while the bartender refreshes your drink.
Activists, doctors clash over vaccine repeal proposal at Florida health panel hearing
Florida Department of Health wants to remove the immunization requirements for Hepatitis B, varicella (chicken pox), Haemophilus influenza type b (Hib) and pneumococcal conjugate to attend Florida schools. At a public meeting Thursday, parents rights activists and doctors clashed over the plan.
Ladapo: Eliminating vaccine mandates isn't about science, it's about parents' rights
Florida State Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo is a well-known vaccine skeptic. But on Thursday he said the state’s drive to change its rules to eliminate four vaccines children are required to take to enter school or daycare centers has nothing to do with science or the efficacy of the vaccines. It is about putting parents […]
Florida health officials meet amid fierce debate over childhood vaccine plans
The hearing was one of the last steps before Florida's new vaccine guidelines take effect.
Milania Giudice apologizes to ‘Real Housewives’ mom Teresa after airport incident
NEW YORK — Milania Giudice has publicly apologized to her mother, “Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Teresa Giudice, following an incident at a Florida airport last month. Milania offered
Lee Health Foundation hires Kayla Reiter - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Oct. 7, 2026 – Lee Health Foundation welcomes Kayla Reiter as marketing communication coordinator. In this role, Reiter supports the Foundation’s marketing and communication strategy by helping tell meaningful stories that connect […]
Holy Cross Health is Only South Florida Hospital to Earn the American Heart Association’s Commitment to Quality Award - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Holy Cross Health achieved high performance in stroke, heart failure and diabetes from AHA’s Get With The Guidelines® program. October 7, 2026 – For the second consecutive year, Holy Cross Health has received the American […]
BROWARD HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER CANCER PATIENTS RECEIVE TOTES FOR HOPE FROM AUTONATION - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
AutoNation Associates joined members of the Broward Health Medical Center team to deliver Totes for Hope care bags for cancer patients undergoing treatment at the hospital. October 8, 2026 – […]
Nicklaus Children’s Health System Honored with Inaugural Champion for Children’s Care Award from Joint Commission - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Nicklaus Children’s Health System receives the inaugural Joint Commission Champion for Children’s Care Award. October 8, 2026 – Nicklaus Children’s Health System is pleased to announce that it has been […]
Florida Department of Health Holds Public Hearing on Proposed Revisions to School Immunization Rule
The Florida Department of Health held a public hearing on proposed revisions to Rule 64D-3.046, Florida Administrative Code, related to immunization requirements for school and childcare entry.
Florida State's defensive keys vs Louisville
Florida State's defense will face a tough test against Louisville's offense. Here's five keys for them to slow them down.
Florida still projected for College Football Playoff by CBS Sports
DEspite a brutal loss in Week 5 to Missouri, Florida football is still projected to reach the College Football Playoff by CBS Sports.
Florida slips two spots in CBS Sports' SEC power rankings after Week 5
Florida football fell a couple of spots in CBS Sports' SEC power rankings after Week 5 but still remains among the top five schools in the conference.
New St. Pete Polls survey has Ashley Moody at 47%, Angie Nixon at 45%, and the Senate race still inside the margin of error
U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody leads Democrat Angie Nixon 47% to 45% in a new St. Pete Polls survey for Florida Politics, a narrow edge for the Republican inside
Byron Donalds 45%, David Jolly 45%: St. Pete Polls finds the Governor's race deadlocked with four weeks to go
Both candidates gained a point since September; Jolly's lead among independents is now 17.
Florida woman charged in $330K fraud case targeting Hanover business’ bank account
A 41-year-old Florida woman is facing felony charges in “an elaborate computer fraud scheme” that left a Hanover County business out $330,000.
Isaias Update: Decisions, Decisions…
Good day, err’body. As of Thursday morning’s NHC advisory there has been no significant changes to the track of what is now Hurricane Isaias – an intensifying storm right. Upon approach and eventual landfall along the northern Gulf coast – near Mobile Bay or perhaps closer to the Pensacola/Perdido Key area in the Florida panhandle – increasing […]
Republican megadonors dominate 2026 midterm election as crypto and AI money surges, CNBC analysis finds
Fourteen of the 20 biggest donor groups CNBC analyzed are Republican-aligned as crypto, AI and betting money reshapes 2026 midterm spending.
Why are dengue cases surging in Florida this year? An 'unlucky' combination of factors, experts say
Dengue fever infections are booming in Florida this year, with more local cases than usual and the state's first dengue-related death in nearly a century. Why?
How political polling went astray and became a partisan tool
Modern polling faces a crisis of credibility as both the method as well as the partisan bent of surveys of would-be voters taint results.
Free mental health fair connects Brevard community with resources
After his son's schizophrenia diagnosis transformed his family's life, Rev. John Baggett turned personal tragedy into advocacy.
Roaches Galore: 12 more Central Florida eateries shut down over health issues
Last week, over a dozen Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down (at least temporarily) after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.
holding space in music therapy for patients with dementia
They call it music therapy, which is too imprecise a term to describe what really happens sometimes, when music touches a person sliding into eternity through a gradually darkening tunnel
Naples Film Festival highlights indie films and new talent
Naples International Film Festival Producer Shannon Franklin grew up in Naples and got her theater degree from the University of Florida, but her area code is all “Hollywood.”
Baptist Health Breaks Ground on New Home of Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute and Announces $75 Million Total Gift to Neuroscience Research and Care - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Stephen Blumenthal, Board Chair, Baptist Health Foundation ,Alex Villoch, Chief Executive Officer, Baptist Health Foundation ,Michael McDermott, M.D., System Chief Executive of Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care, Chief Medical […]
Seminoles Should Focus on Aerial Assault vs. Louisville
Florida State has been on a roll the last two weeks. After getting its first ACC win of the season in a 38-7 beat down of Virginia, the Seminoles are looking for their third straight win against a Louisville squad that does not defend very well against the pass.
Florida HC Jon Sumrall Provides Injury Update on Key Receiver
As the Gators aim to rebound against South Carolina, the status of star playmaker Vernell Brown III remains uncertain following a pivotal practice update from Gainesville.
Right wing laughter to take center stage in Naples
Three years ago, Arynne Wexler was working in the tech industry. Two years ago, she became a TikTok darling of the political right.
Florida man in Maine to finish 12,000-mile walk for mental health awareness
A Florida man who has walked across America to raise mental health awareness has arrived in Maine to finish his journey.
Florida Hosts 4-Star WR in Attempt to Flip Commitment
Jon Sumrall and the Florida Gators are working to flip the commitment of a four-star wide receiver and have him join their 2027 class.
Todd Golden, Florida Land 4-Star Center for 2027 Class
Todd Golden and the Florida Gators are adding to their 2027 class with a four-star center committing to the program.