TALLAHASSEE REPORTS
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Weather: Today, mostly sunny, with a high near 65. Tonight, a low around 46. Wednesday, high near 64. Wednesday night, low around 38. NWS
LCSO Booking Report 02-02-26: On Monday there were 31 arrests -with 27 individuals incarcerated for crimes that included a carjacking and several domestic assaults. See report here.
US stock markets close higher (S&P 500 +0.5%, Dow +1.1%, Nasdaq +0.6%) (More).
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Local & State News
February growth management meetings feature five projects including Uptown Cottages and a 26,600 sq. ft. fellowship hall.
Due to the recent cold weather and resulting higher electric utility bills, the City of Tallahassee announced the launching of the Weather Relief Assistance Program (WRAP). Details.
On January 30th, the Tallahassee Police Department welcomed its first class of 24 officers of 2026 following their Swearing-In Ceremony. Details.
After the state halted all initiative petition drives for November, Florida Decides Healthcare said it would turn its attention to a 2028 effort to expand Medicaid.
Officials from the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) Florida came to Tallahassee Monday to speak with lawmakers about pending legislation during the annual “Muslim Day” at the Capitol but found conditions far different than in the past.
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National News
President Donald Trump is launching a first-of-its-kind $12B strategic stockpile of critical minerals to reduce US reliance on Chinese supplies and protect domestic manufacturers from supply chain disruptions.
The House is expected to vote today on whether to end the partial government shutdown; will consider the Senate’s measure, including a two-week stopgap for the Department of Homeland Security—a sticking point for Democrats (More).
Kid Rock to headline Turning Point’s alternative to Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show (More).