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A ULA Atlas V rocket launching from Cape Canaveral on July 2, 2026, carrying Amazon's Leo satellites, could be visible across much of Florida including Tallahassee, weather permitting. Liftoff is scheduled for 12:24 a.m. ET with a possible extension to 12:53 a.m.; a visibility map indicates the view could extend along the East Coast to New England depending on conditions.
Gov. Ron DeSantis publicly backs Buc-ee’s expansion in Florida, with confirmed plans for an Ocala location on I-75 opening in 2029, a Fort Pierce site on I-95 slated for 2027, and a Tallahassee store off I-10, while additional Florida locations are being discussed.
Breeze Airways is launching year-round nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Birmingham, AL and Tallahassee, FL this summer, expanding RDU’s destination count to 39. Tallahassee service starts July 2 (Tue/Thu/Sun) and Birmingham service starts July 3 (Mon/Fri), with a new RDU crew base planned. The carrier continues to target underserved leisure markets using Airbus A220-300 aircraft.
Breeze Airways will add Birmingham, Alabama, and Tallahassee, Florida, as part of a 17-route expansion, offering two nonstop flights from each city to Fort Lauderdale and Raleigh-Durham in July.
Australia's Jessica Hull led their team to a surprising gold medal in the mixed relay at the World Athletics Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee, ending Kenya's winning streak and marking their first podium finish in this event, with France and Ethiopia taking silver and bronze respectively.
The World Athletics Cross Country Championships Tallahassee 26 marked the first US hosting in over 30 years, featuring over 450 athletes and highlighting the importance of cross country in athletics, with notable champions and a packed international schedule for 2026.
The Savannah Bananas will kick off their 2026 World Tour with games in Tallahassee, including the first non-football event at the renovated Doak Campbell Stadium, with tickets available through a lottery system.
Tallahassee Mayor John Dailey announced that recovery costs from the May 10 tornado outbreak have reached $50 million, prompting Florida officials to seek federal aid from FEMA. The tornadoes caused significant damage, including fatalities and destruction at local universities. While local aid efforts are ongoing, FEMA has yet to declare a major disaster, which would unlock federal assistance for the city and its residents.
Swedish golfer Ludvig Aberg, a contender at the Masters Tournament, could make history as the first rookie to win since 1979. Having recently moved to Tallahassee, Florida, where he lives with friend and former Florida State golfer Vince Norrman, Aberg practices at Seminole Legacy Golf Club. Aberg's relaxed demeanor and smile during the final round have garnered attention, and he currently holds the No. 9 spot in the PGA Tour world rankings.
Tallahassee was hit by a powerful storm system that dumped over a foot of rain, causing widespread flooding, road closures, and rescues of stranded individuals. The storm caused significant damage to homes, schools, and businesses, with Godby High School experiencing extensive flooding. Emergency crews conducted rescues by boat and worked to assess and mitigate the damage. The storm also led to the closure of several businesses and prompted a call for damage assessments to determine the need for potential federal assistance.
Flash flooding hit Tallahassee, Florida, as severe storms shifted to the Southeast and Ohio Valley, prompting a Flash Flood Emergency and causing road closures, power outages, and inoperable traffic signals. The storm system is expected to bring significant showers and thunderstorms with the potential for hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes in the Southeast and Ohio Valley. The National Weather Service issued Tornado Watches for parts of Florida and Georgia, while the upper Ohio Valley faces a Level 3 out of 5 risk of severe storms. The stormy weather is expected to persist, potentially aggravating cleanup efforts in areas already affected by flooding.
A powerful squall line with the potential for "extremely dangerous" tornadoes is tearing across North Florida, prompting closures of schools, courts, and state office buildings in Tallahassee. The storm has already caused significant damage in the Panama City area and knocked out power to thousands of customers in Tallahassee and surrounding counties. Tornado warnings and watches have been issued for various counties, and residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel until the storm passes. Governor Ron DeSantis' State of the State speech is scheduled to proceed amid the closures, and schools and universities in the area are also closed due to the weather threat.
JetBlue has launched a new direct flight service from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Tallahassee International Airport, aimed at easing travel for South Florida's legislative delegation, state government officials, and students attending Florida State University. The service is part of JetBlue's expansion plan and will continue regardless of the outcome of their proposed merger with Spirit Airlines. Introductory fares are offered at $49, and the flights are scheduled to leave Fort Lauderdale at 7 a.m. and return from Tallahassee at 9:15 a.m. daily. This new route is expected to significantly reduce travel time and inconvenience for those traveling between South Florida and the state capital.
A woman was killed in a broad daylight shooting in southside Tallahassee, marking the second shooting in less than 48 hours. The incident is currently under investigation by the Tallahassee Police Department, and no further details about the shooting have been released. In a separate shooting at a late-night warehouse party, two individuals were injured, and it is unclear if they were the intended targets. These incidents contribute to the city's 77th serious shooting of the year, with 20 fatalities and at least 65 injuries reported so far.
A woman was fatally shot on Palm Beach Street in Tallahassee, Florida, near FAMU's campus. The incident occurred around 10 a.m., shortly after a homecoming parade. The shooting is believed to be isolated and unrelated to the parade. The Tallahassee Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation and is asking for any information from the public. This marks the 23rd shooting death in Tallahassee in 2023.