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June 26, 2026, 4:50 p.m. ET The Los Angeles Clippers signed UCF guard Riley Kugel to an NBA Summer League contract. Kugel joins his former UCF backcourt teammate, Themus Fulks, who also signed with the Clippers. He led the Knights in scoring last season, averaging 14.4 points per game. What’s better than one UCF Knight, according to the Los Angeles Clippers? Two UCF Knights.

Updated June 26, 2026, 4:41 p.m. ET Check out our new free weekday newsletter: Florida TODAY. It's the kind of news you want: Entertaining. Concise. Less angst, more wit. Look, we're all bombarded by information. That's why our weekday morning newsletter is quick, useful and even fun. (And we promise, not too much politics.) Have a look at a recent Florida TODAY. Not sure yet? How about this?

June 26, 2026, 4:27 p.m. ET Every summer, strong monsoons and dust storms ravage across Arizona's landscape — kicking up high winds, knocking over trees, and on occasion, even taking down power lines. Last June my corner of the desert was heavily affected, with the power going out in my apartment complex for several days. I was, admittedly, unprepared for the severity of the damage.

June 26, 2026, 4:21 p.m. ET Bartenders agree that a shaker set, a juicer, and good glassware are essential for an at-home bar. A shaker set with a jigger is crucial for making balanced, precisely measured cocktails. Fresh juice elevates a cocktail, making a hand juicer a recommended tool for any home bar. I’ve spent the past few years slowly curating my own perfect bar cart in my dining room.

June 26, 2026, 4:15 p.m. ET Amazon Prime Day 2026 is a four-day sales event exclusively for Amazon Prime members. The sale ends Friday, June 26, at 11:59 p.m. PT., or Saturday, June 27, at 2:59 a.m. ET. A standard Prime membership costs $14.99 per month, with discounted options available for young adults and those with government assistance. Amazon Prime Day sales are coming to a close tonight, Friday, June 26.

June 26, 2026, 4:12 p.m. ET A portable luggage scale can help travelers avoid overweight baggage fees at the airport. The Travel Inspira Portable Luggage Scale is a small, digital device that weighs a suitcase by its handle. With over 13,500 reviews, customers praise the scale for its accuracy and portability for return trips. Accurately weighing your checked bag has always been one of life’s biggest mysteries.

A new South Hutchinson Island waterfront plan includes 175 hotel rooms, 54 condos, retail and restaurant space and 700 parking spots.

June 26, 2026, 3:51 p.m. ET Country music star Alan Jackson will perform his final show on Saturday, June 27, in Nashville. The concert will take place at Nissan Stadium and feature a lineup of other major country artists. Tickets have been sold out for months, but a limited number are available through resale markets. Country music legend Alan Jackson will take his final bow this weekend and there are still last-minute tickets available to see him perform one last time.

June 26, 2026, 3:36 p.m. ET The Department of Environmental Protection has fined the city of Fort Pierce nearly $16,000 for building unpermitted docks. City has 30 days from June 17 to pay fines but could could request hearing. The docks were built without permits on state-owned waters.

Updated June 26, 2026, 3:18 p.m. ET More than 60% of Florida students met or exceeded grade-level standards on state tests. Student proficiency has increased in English and math since the state adopted progressive testing. Polk County Public Schools saw gains but performed about 10 percentage points below the state average. More than 60% of Florida students met or exceeded grade-level benchmarks on state progressive testing, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on June 26.