President Donald Trump declared Dec. 26 a federal holiday. Gov. Ron DeSantis declared it a Florida state holiday. Will there be mail? Are banks open?

Before you set off that rocket, mortar or Roman candle, let's review. Are fireworks legal in Florida? A look at state law and restrictions.

USA TODAY Sports released its college basketball panic meter, with the Florida Gators not looking good after 8-4 start.

The search for two missing Florida boaters who vanished during a fishing trip off Fort Myers was suspended Monday, Dec. 22.

Wildlife not only surrounds us, sometimes it ventures into town to see us. Take a look at the best SWFL animal pictures in 2025.

Florida archaeologists have confirmed a stunning find hidden in plain sight: the site of Hernando de Soto’s winter encampment of 1539–1540 — and the location of the first Christmas ever celebrated on land that would become the United States.

Homa, a tech startup says, at least 10 homes have already closed end-to-end using its AI-powered system, with several more deals currently in escrow.

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Preview the Dec. 26 matchup between the UTSA Roadrunners and Florida International Panthers with predictions, odds, over/under, spread, betting lines and more.

Florida football tight end Amir Jackson announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal, according to a social media post. A redshirt freshman, the 6-5, 235-pound Jackson appeared in 12 games for UF in 2025, finishing with three catches for 29 yards and a TD. He has three years of eligibility left.