2 sentenced in overdose death
GAINESVILLE -- Two former University of Florida students who faced 15 years in prison in the death of a student who ingested the prescription painkiller OxyContin received drastically reduced sentences Monday as part of plea agreements.
Supervisors wrestle with voting options
Elections officials debate the merits of different equipment and they will try to develop new rules for balloting.
Democrats lead governance fight
The bid to derail the GOP-inspired university system overhaul is top-heavy with Democrats.
Lightning contributes to state's fire total
TALLAHASSEE -- Firefighters around Florida on Monday worked to contain almost five dozen new fires that were sparked by weekend lightning strikes, including one that caused smoke and haze in the Tampa Bay area.
