Gina Jordan

Tallahassee

Journalist at WFSU-TV (Tallahassee, FL )

@WFSUNews, formerly @WLRN @WDBONews @K923Orlando “It always seems impossible until it’s done.” ~Nelson Mandela

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The man charged in Lori Paige's murder has died in the Leon County jail

1 week ago | news.wfsu.org | Gina Jordan

Two months after his arrest for 2nd degree murder, Lori Paige’s father has died in jail. 36-year-old Andrew Wiley died Thursday at the Leon County jail after suffering a medical emergency, according to the Leon County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO). Lori Paige was a Griffin Middle School student. She had been missing nearly two years when searchers found her remains in April in rural Thomas County, GA following a prescribed burn. Wiley was arrested soon his daughter’s remains were found.
Florida and other states are commemorating Juneteenth

1 week ago | news.wfsu.org | Gina Jordan

Juneteenth is now a federal and state holiday, although Tallahassee has its own holiday on May 20th to remember the day that Union troops arrived in the capital city and enforced the Emancipation Proclamation. The announcement came at what is now the Knott House, just blocks from the Capitol. Last month, the city celebrated the 160th anniversary of freedom for Florida's enslaved people.
Tallahassee leaders won't pursue eminent domain in a fight with Circle K

2 weeks ago | news.wfsu.org | Gina Jordan

Tallahassee leaders have given up their proposed pursuit of eminent domain to stop a Circle K gas station from going in next to the new Canopy neighborhood. The City Commission has voted 3 – 2 to end that effort after being told by city attorney Amy Toman that there is no legal justification for it. Under eminent domain, the City would've claimed the property for public need but paid Circle K fair market value for it.
Accused gunman in FSU shooting pleads not guilty, court records show

3 weeks ago | wusf.org | Gina Jordan

Prosecutors are pursuing the death penalty for 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner. He's accused in a mass shooting at Florida State University on April 17, 2025. Court documents show Ikner waived his right to a speedy trial. His public defender entered a not guilty plea on his behalf. Investigators say Ikner opened fire near the student union, killing two people and injuring six. He was brought down by FSU police who shot him in the jaw.
A plea of not guilty has been filed on behalf of the accused FSU shooter

3 weeks ago | news.wfsu.org | Gina Jordan

Prosecutors are pursuing the death penalty for 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner. He’s accused in a mass shooting at Florida State University on April 17, 2025. Court documents show Ikner waived his right to a speedy trial. His public defender entered a not guilty plea on his behalf. We’re all about “keeping it real, keeping it simple, and keeping it local.” We’ll dive into tough topics but also make sure to have some fun along the way.
What we've learned about the Tallahassee immigration raids

3 weeks ago | news.wfsu.org | Gina Jordan

It’s been a week since immigration raids at construction sites in Tallahassee led to more than 100 arrests. We dive into the topic on today’s Speaking Of Radio Hour. You may have seen pictures of the detainees lined up, wearing zip tie handcuffs, and being loaded onto buses. Dozens of law enforcement officers and vehicles surrounded a particularly large construction site along Gaines Street across from Doak Campbell Stadium.
Tallahassee police are investigating a death related to child abuse

1 month ago | news.wfsu.org | Gina Jordan

A 5-year-old Tallahassee girl is dead, and her mom and stepdad are facing charges related to child abuse and neglect. Tallahassee police say the child was found unresponsive at her home in the 4100 block of Kipling Ct. on Monday. 35-year-old Daniel Spencer and 23-year-old Chloe Spencer were arrested after officers found what they called suspicious bruising and injury patterns on the little girl. TPD says more charges may be filed pending the results of the autopsy.
A social media threat leads to the arrest of a Tallahassee teen

1 month ago | news.wfsu.org | Gina Jordan

A Rickards High School student is facing a charge related to a social media threat. The Leon County Sheriff’s Office says they got a tip about a student making a threat in an Instagram video related to a mass shooting at the school. The student was arrested and taken to the Juvenile Assessment Center. Suspicious activity related to Leon County Schools can be reported on the Fortify FL app or by calling 850-922-KIDS.
A Tallahassee coach is ready to travel the world on his bicycle

1 month ago | news.wfsu.org | Gina Jordan

A Tallahassee teacher and coach leaves Tuesday on a bicycle trip across the world. 65-year-old Kevin Record is trying to set a record as the oldest person to circumnavigate the globe by bicycle. He’s taking a leave of absence from Leon High School, where he’ll start and finish the trip. Non-experts from WFSU talk about college sports. Warm the bench with us! “My plan is to go 22,000 miles, roughly 20 countries, and I get 14 months to do it,” Record says.
Tallahassee residents share their tornado stories

1 month ago | news.wfsu.org | Gina Jordan

It’s been a year since the Tallahassee tornadoes downed trees and damaged structures on May 10, 2024. Residents of Tallahassee’s hard hit Indianhead Acres community shared their experiences on our live edition of Speaking Of. We’re all about “keeping it real, keeping it simple, and keeping it local.” We’ll dive into tough topics but also make sure to have some fun along the way.