A ransom note about Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance says she died, CNN reports
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — A ransom note related to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, said the 84-year-old had died, CNN and other…
UF Board of Trustees appoints Stuart Bell as interim president
The University of Florida Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Dr. Stuart Bell as interim president Monday, but not without criticizing the delay of the confirmation process.
Goals are being scored at a record pace at the World Cup. The ball is one reason for the surge
By TALES AZZONI GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — It’s been goals galore so far at the World Cup. The tournament has been one of the highest-scoring in history so far and…
Ex-Kansas football player seeking UCF transfer suing NCAA for eligibility
Defensive end Dean Miller filed a lawsuit in Orange County Ninth Judicial Circuit Court on Monday seeking an injunction to play this upcoming season at UCF.
Travel agent must repay nearly $650K stolen from Florida students in study abroad scam
A Massachusetts travel agent who stole over half a million dollars from Florida students hoping to study abroad must now return the money as part of a plea deal with…
Orlando pushes through changes to historic district rules amid backlash
Orlando officials loosened the city's rules on historic buildings Monday, a move they hope will kick off a new era of growth in Orlando’s core business district but one that…
Messi sets World Cup scoring record as defending champion Argentina advances to knockout stage
By SCHUYLER DIXON ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Lionel Messi set a World Cup record with his 17th and 18th goals, and defending champion Argentina advanced to the knockout stage with…
Florida’s unemployment rate holds steady in May
An upward trend in the state’s unemployment rate paused in May, with hiring by small businesses considered “flat.” The Department of Commerce posted a 4.8% jobless rate for the state.
Patrols and nanobubbles continue at the Reflecting Pool as Trump looks for a renovation do-over
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool faces algae blooms and peeling liners after a $14 million renovation, triggering federal patrols and arrests.
Judge rejects former Lake cop’s request for DNA hearing in death row case
A Lake County judge on Monday rejected a request by death row inmate James Duckett to hold a court hearing on recent DNA test results from his decades-old murder case.