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Idalia could have marked the first time on record that Leon County ever saw sustained hurricane-strength winds. Instead, the county saw a peak gust of 55 mph.

The Alafia River smashed its previous record high water level set during Hurricane Frances in 2004, according to National Weather Service data.

Former U.S. Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, a Miami area Democrat, is Republican U.S. Sen. Rick Scott's latest challenger in his reelection bid.

Although exact age is unknown it appears the tree dates to the administration of Gov. Cary Hardee, 1921 - 1925, and the creation of six new counties.

Rick Scott, wearing a U.S. Navy cap, joined Jim Cantore to urge watchers to store supplies, follow evacuation orders and stay safe this storm season.

Hurricane Idalia brings flooding to communities along Florida's Gulf Coast that causes fires, road closures and destroyed homes.

ECSO Sheriff Chip Simmons says Sunshine James shot at her mother and fatally shot her mother's fiancé in bed. The motive is unknown.

A judge ruled against Burger King's request to dismiss the a class action lawsuit, meaning the company will have to face plaintiffs in court.

USA TODAY and the USA TODAY Network are providing free news coverage, public safety information and resource guides for Hurricane Idalia.

New Haven fire officials formally adopted Riggs, a beagle they rescued from a hot car a couple weeks ago. Riggs will serve as the station's support animal.