The legal team of Ethan Pritchard, the FSU football player who survived being shot in the back of the head earlier this year, will hold a news conference to discuss their lawsuit against the apartment complexes where they say the shooting originated.

The Florida State University freshman football player who survived being shot in the back of the head has filed a lawsuit against the apartment complexes where he says the shooting originated, court documents show.

Ethan Pritchard, the Florida State football linebacker who suffered critical injuries in a shooting earlier this year, is further along his road to recovery.

Florida State University player Ethan Pritchard was released from the hospital after spending more than a month recovering from being shot in the back of the head, according to the university’s football team.

The news comes as the state of Florida received the outlet’s top ranking for higher education, drawing out a reaction from Gov. Ron DeSantis.

The matriarch of a South Florida family who was convicted in the hired killing of her former son-in-law is asking a judge for a new trial.

Florida State linebacker Ethan Pritchard opened his eyes Sunday, a hopeful step in the player’s recovery after being shot two weeks ago.

The trial of the Florida State University student accused of killing two people and wounding six others in a mass shooting on campus in April has been postponed until next year.

As the Seminole High Seminoles took the field dressed in orange and black Friday night, one jersey stood out among them all: Ethan Pritchard’s number 9 jersey.

The trial for the Florida State University student accused of killing two people and wounding six others in a mass shooting on campus in April is set to go to trial this November.

Former Florida State University President John Thrasher, who served in both chambers of the state legislature and was a prominent political figure in Florida, has died. He was 81.

A judge has ordered the Florida State University student accused of killing two people and wounding six others in a mass shooting on campus last month to remain jailed without bond.

Just weeks after a shooting at Florida State University left two dead and six others injured, people from across the country are gathering in Central Florida to discuss ways to enhance student safety and security.

Florida students who were traumatized by the 2018 Parkland school shooting — and last week’s deadly shooting at Florida State University — are urging lawmakers in the Republican-controlled statehouse not to roll back gun restrictions they passed in the wake of the killing at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.

Student survivors of last week’s deadly shooting at Florida State University are urging legislators to block an effort to reverse a law passed in the wake of the 2018 Parkland shooting that raised the state’s gun-buying age from 18 to 21.

Students who experienced a shooting at both Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018 and Florida State University days ago have sent a letter to Gov. Ron DeSantis demanding he reject a law that would lower the firearm purchase age back to 18 years old.

Classes will resume at Florida State University on Monday, four days after a deadly shooting on campus left two people dead and six others injured.

In a message sent on Saturday, FSU President Richard McCullough acknowledged that the community is mourning after a tragic event that occurred on April 17.

After a deadly shooting at Florida State University, questions are emerging about how the stepson of a beloved sheriff’s deputy tasked with school safety at a middle school became the accused gunman.

A day after a fatal shooting at Florida State University in Tallahassee, students at the University of Central Florida spoke with News 6 to provide their reactions.

We are learning more about the 20-year-old Florida State University student accused of committing a mass shooting Thursday from court records from his parents' years-long custody battle.

A few of the people who were at Florida State University for a deadly shooting were also traumatized by the Parkland massacre seven years ago.

Two people were killed and six others were injured when a gunman opened fire at Florida State University.

Two people were killed and six others were wounded after a gunman opened fire at Florida State University.

Tallahassee Memorial Hospital continues treating victims of the deadly mass shooting at Florida State University that left two people dead and six injured.

UCF’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) also offers crisis support and mental health services through appointments, walk-ins, and a 24/7 crisis hotline at 407-823-2811.

Molly Reed, a reporter for News 6, was an FSU student at the time when three people were shot in 2014 before a gunman, a former student, was shot by police.

Police say the shooting at Florida State University that left two dead and wounded six others lasted less than five minutes.

Following a fatal shooting at Florida State University’s campus in Tallahassee on Thursday, the university’s president released a statement regarding what happened.

Following a fatal shooting at Florida State University on Thursday, News 6 takes a look back at the history of campus shootings in recent decades.

Jamahl Mosley had things to say after the Orlando Magic finished practice on Thursday.

On Thursday, a shooting at Florida State University left at least two people dead and five others hospitalized, according to investigators. Here is what we know so far about the suspect, Phoenix Ikner.

Florida State has canceled all home athletic events through the weekend after an on-campus shooting Thursday left two dead and at least six others injured.

Politicians from President Trump to the Florida House Speaker spoke out in public and on social media Thursday as law enforcement responded to an active shooter incident at Florida State University.

After receiving warnings of an active shooter, students and faculty across the campus were locked down in classrooms and sheltered in offices and dorm rooms.

Police say a man believed to be a Florida State University student opened fire on campus, killing two people and wounding at least six others before he was shot and wounded by responding officers.

Investigators say the 20-year-old son of a sheriff’s deputy opened fire at Florida State University with his mother’s former service weapon, killing two men and wounding at least six others.

The 20-year-old son of a sheriff’s deputy opened fire at Florida State University with his mother’s former service weapon, killing two people and wounding at least six others.

A more than year-long legal battle between Florida State University and the Atlantic Coast Conference continued to ratchet up Monday, with the conference turning to the Florida Supreme Court to try to halt a lawsuit filed by FSU.

As Florida braces for impacts from a winter storm, schools and universities in northern Florida are canceling classes ahead of the winter weather.

The list is divided into different regions of the country, including the North, Midwest, West and — in Florida’s case — South.

Ja’Khi Douglas had a 36-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter and Florida State defeated Cal 14-9 on Saturday in the Bears’ first Atlantic Coast Conference game.

More than 15 million people from Texas to Florida are under threat of severe storms and the potential for more tornadoes.

Outzen — dubbed “The Rooster” thanks to his red hair and “fiery demeanor” — passed away on April 30 due to complications associated with an immune deficiency disorder.

Some Florida state universities have ramped up security and issued advisories for graduation ceremonies, amid an already heightened police presence on campuses because of a wave of student protests.

Attorney General Ashley Moody signaled her support for Florida State University’s appeal of a North Carolina judge’s decision to allow a lawsuit filed against the school by the Atlantic Coast Conference to proceed — and is asking her counterparts in six states to join her efforts.

The decision to exclude the Florida State Seminoles football team from this year’s College Football Playoffs was met with outrage across the internet and Florida and now the state attorney general is getting involved.

Jonathan Isaac, a player with the Orlando Magic NBA team, recently announced a new apparel company to help promote his Christian values in the sports industry.

A Lake County high school student was honored at her church for winning 20 scholarships worth $67,000.

The university sent an email to students and faculty outlining five apps, including TikTok, that will no longer be allowed on devices or networks owned by the school.

Florida motorists had more than 1.99 million specialty license plates as of last week.

Jordan Travis threw for 418 yards and two touchdowns and No. 13 Florida State beat Oklahoma 35-32 on Thursday night in the Cheez-It Bowl.

College football season has arrived, bringing heated rivalries along with it.

On Saturday, the University of Central Florida's Bounce House will be welcoming a star-studded roster for the annual Hula Bowl.

The University of Central Florida vs. Florida State University basketball game has been canceled due to COVID-19 protocols.

Disciplinary records show Florida State University quietly fired one professor, suspended another who resigned a few months later and allowed a third to remain on the job after it determined they committed sexual misconduct in separate incidents with students.

Experts say it's the result of a return to normalcy and a lessening of safety precautions taken while COVID-19 numbers were at its highest.

Florida State University will host Jacksonville State in the team’s second game of the season at 8 p.m. on Saturday at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee.

Florida State University is asking a federal judge to toss out a potential class-action lawsuit seeking refunds for students who were forced to learn remotely in spring 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

When No. 9 Notre Dame opens its season Sunday night at Florida State, coach Brian Kelly wouldn’t mind a little deja vu.

The state university system’s Board of Governors on Wednesday adopted regulations about athlete compensation and student disciplinary proceedings.

The governing board of the Florida’s university system has confirmed Richard McCullough as the 16th president of Florida State University.

“We miss our grandchildren terribly and grieve their loss of our support and visitation and affection.”Under Florida law, grandparents are allowed to petition courts for visitation with grandchildren under very narrow circumstances. Ad“The Family Law section has been faced with this issue for what feels like decades,” West Palm Beach attorney Abigail Beebe, representing The Florida Bar’s Family Law Section, told the Senate committee. But the Florida Supreme Court struck down a state law that said courts should use a similar standard when considering grandparents’ petitions for visitation. A potential state law expanding grandparents’ rights might be upheld as constitutional if it requires a court to consider a detriment to the child, such as abuse, abandonment or neglect, she said. Sen. Darryl Rouson, who also worked on a 2015 law dealing with grandparents’ rights, said grandparents are a crucial part of children’s lives.

UCF’s winningest head coach Gene McDowell has died at the age of 80. QUINCY, Fla. – The University of Central Florida’s winningest head coach Gene McDowell has died at the age of 80. The university said McDowell died Tuesday morning in Quincy. [TRENDING: Great white shark bites boat in Florida | Orange County deputy’s TikTok videos under investigation | Governor touts vaccine rollout]In his run as head coach, UCF played in Division II, Division 1-AA and Division 1. The Waycross, Georgia native played college ball at Florida State University, where he was a linebacker and offensive guard.

Central Florida quarterback McKenzie Milton has decided to transfer to Florida State University. Milton decided to enter the transfer portal and attempt a comeback elsewhere after a serious right leg injury two years ago. [READ MORE: Star quarterback McKenzie Milton announces transfer from UCF]Both Milton and Florida State head coach Mike Norvell shared the news on social media. Milton announced the transfer by posting a picture of him in his new uniform with the caption “Committed.”Star quarterback McKenzie Milton announces transfer“I have one shot to chase a dream, a lifelong dream to go play in the NFL,” said Milton, adding that he and UCF head coach Josh Heupel were very emotional while discussing the transfer. Milton said he gave UCF everything he had and wouldn’t change a thing about his time at the school.

The Florida State vs. Virginia football game has been postponed due to coronavirus cases, according to the Atlantic Coast Conference. [TRENDING: Video reveals huge hammerhead shark circling clueless swimmer in Florida | Florida reports latest coronavirus numbers | ‘Disturbing’ video sent to Seminole students]The rescheduled date and time have not been announced at this time. ACC officials said the decision was made after positive tests, quarantining, and contact tracing with the FSU football team. [RELATED: Florida State football game against Clemson postponed]Conference officials said through games on Nov. 21, 69 of the 78 scheduled games have been played. FSU vs. Clemson did not take place after medical personnel from both universities could not agree on playing the game.

4 Clemson and Florida State was postponed when medical personnel from both schools could not agree on playing Saturday. Clemson athletic director Dan Radakovich said the school had followed all ACC protocol in the week leading to the game. According to the ACC, the postponement followed Saturday morning’s game conference call. It’s unfortunate that we will not have the opportunity to compete today, but we hope to be able to play Clemson in December. It is the 81st on the season since schedules were set in late August — and believed to be the first game postponed on the day of the game.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida State University President John Thrasher and his wife, First Lady Jean Thrasher, revealed Tuesday they have both tested positive for COVID-19. According to a statement from the FSU, Thrasher learned of his positive result at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday after taking a test earlier in the day. Jean Thrasher received her positive result late Monday night after an unrelated hospital and rehabilitation facility stay. The couple are home isolating and feeling well, according to FSU. I wanted to share with the FSU family that First Lady Jean Thrasher and I have tested positive for COVID-19.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – As coronavirus cases spike among Florida State University students, local police said Sunday they broke up a party at an off-campus student apartment complex that involved about 700 vehicles and more than 1,000 attendees. Police said the vehicles at the student apartment complex were blocking travel lanes and a Leon County sheriff’s helicopter was used to help disburse the crowd. Florida State University reported that more than 1,400 students and 26 employees had tested positive for COVID-19 through Sept. 18. The university updates its coronavirus numbers weekly. Florida has more than 700,000 confirmed cases of the coronavirus and 14,200 people have died from the disease, according to statistics released by the state Department of Health on Sunday.

To that end, DeSantis said Thursday he’s willing to consider a college students' “bill of rights” that would preclude state universities from taking actions against students who are enjoying themselves. Trying to prevent the spread of COVID-19, Florida State University announced last week that it would suspend students who attend or host large gatherings on or off campus. “Opening up so that they can act like normal college students makes complete sense,” Bhattacharya said. The University of Florida COVID-19 dashboard Thursday showed the school has had 702 students and 52 staff members test positive. FSU reported on its COVID-19 dashboard that it has had 1,835 positive students and 270 positive employees.

Florida State University’s head football coach, Mike Norvell announced that he tested positive for COVID-19 Saturday. “In our most recent round of COVID testing yesterday, I received a positive result after being negative in our previous two tests this week,” Norvell stated in an FSU news release. FSU football’s @Coach_Norvell announced he tested positive for COVID-19 but is feeling fine. Deputy Head Coach Chris Thomsen will take over in the interim. “Deputy head coach Chris Thomsen will handle in-person head coaching duties until I am able to return.

All rights reserved)Florida State University will begin the 2020 season against Georgia Tech at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. This is the first season at FSU for head coach Mike Norvell. Florida State will play 10 teams from the Atlantic Coast Conference and one team outside of the conference this season. Joe Tessitore, Greg McElroy, Molly McGrathWhich team is favored to win the game? FSU 12.5-point Las Vegas favoriteWhat is the total for the game?

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida State University system took action Wednesday to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, ordering all of its campuses to transition to remote instruction and keeping students away from campus. “State universities with students who have returned from spring break, which includes Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida International University, Florida Polytechnic University, and the University of Florida, should implement a process to transition to remote instruction immediately and encourage students to return home for at least two weeks. This includes: Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, Florida Atlantic University, Florida State University, New College of Florida, the University of North Florida, the University of Central Florida, the University of South Florida and the University of West Florida. No college or university students have tested positive for the coronavirus, or COVID-19, in the state of Florida. Click on the links below to see Florida college and university responses to the coronavirus:This is a developing story and will be updated.