Tallahassee Reports
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Weather: Today, showers and thunderstorms, high near 89. Tonight, showers and thunderstorms, low around 73. Wednesday, showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 85. Wednesday night, mostly cloudy, with a low around 77. NWS
US stock markets close higher (S&P 500 +1.7%, Dow +0.9%, Nasdaq +3.1%), with Dow hitting a fresh record on potential Iran war deal (More).
Local & State News
According to filings with Leon County and the City of Tallahassee, the number of single-family residential construction permits was up 43.5% in May 2026 when compared to May 2025. Details.
State economists project that a proposed property tax cut on November’s ballot would reduce revenue for cities, counties and special taxing districts by nearly $5 billion in its first year and almost $12 billion by its fifth year if approved by voters. Details
Gas prices fell for a third straight week in Florida and the trend should continue as the U.S. announced a framework on Sunday for an agreement expected to end its war with Iran and reopen the flow of oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. Details
National News
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) says the Justice Department is investigating him and his wife over unspecified allegations; he characterizes the probe as politically motivated, citing a potential 2028 presidential run (More).
Eight people killed after B-52 bomber crashes shortly after takeoff at US Air Force base in Southern California’s Mojave Desert; those on board included government contractors and uniformed military personnel (More).
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