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Latest on US, Israeli attack on Iran | Bianchi on UF's Sumrall cranking up heat | ICE detainees in Orange jail drop in February | Central Florida food banks grapple with demand

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The Latest: Strikes open stunning new chapter in US intervention in Iran

The major attack launched by Israel and the United States killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, President Donald Trump said Saturday

Bianchi: After Billy Napier's tepid tenure, Jon Sumrall has cranked up the heat in Gainesville

New UF coach Jon Sumrall: "What I first experienced around this team was way too casual for me, too nonchalant."

After record January, number of ICE detainees in Orange County jail plummets in February

No detainee was booked into the jail more than once in February after Demings said he would close an ICE loophole.

Central Florida food banks try to keep up with demand as prices rise

A Lake County food pantry put out a "critical shortage" notice this week, seeking donations of non-perishable food.

Can Magic beat top-seeded Pistons again, despite injuries and changes?

The last time the Magic met the Pistons in late-November, Orlando handed Detroit one of its 14 losses on the season. A lot has changed since then.

Brodeur supports measure that could gut voter-approved rural boundaries

Local Seminole officials say Brodeur's move could harm the county's voter-approved effort to protect rural areas from intense development.

Bishop Moore boys win 4A soccer crown for 19th-year coach Tom Hage

Bishop Moore goes overtime to defeat American Heritage and win the Class 4A boys state soccer title, the first for Coach Tom Hage in 19 years at the school.

Endorsement: Apopka charter amendments offer positive changes

The Orlando Sentinel makes its recommendations for Apopka's eight charter questions on the March 10 ballot.

Orlando City hosts Inter Miami as both teams look for first win of season

Lionel Messi is the headliner for Inter Miami, but players such as German Berterame and Telasco Segovia are also dangerous for the defending champs.

Plant Doctor: Blessing of recent winter freeze is fewer peach tree pests

MacCubbin gives gardening advice for Central Florida on care of peach trees, phalaenopsis orchids, tropical fruit trees, tomatoes, composting, and citrus and pear trees