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Local
2 years ago
Ex-University of Florida president gave former Senate staffers large raises, report finds

Spending by recently resigned University of Florida President Ben Sasse is coming under scrutiny after the student-run newspaper found that he awarded secretive consulting contracts and gave high-paying jobs to former members of his U.S. Senate staff and Republican allies.

Elections
2 years ago
What to expect in Florida’s state primaries on Tuesday

There are about 13.6 million registered voters in Florida. Of those, 32% are Democrats, 39% are Republicans and 26% are independents not affiliated with any party.

Elections
2 years ago
Florida election officials warn of false rumor about ballot markings days before the state’s primary

Election officials say the claim, which has circulated online nationwide since at least 2020, is an example of the kind of misinformation that often spreads among well-meaning voters but threatens to erode trust in the voting process.

State
2 years ago
Disney argues wrongful death suit should be tossed because plaintiff signed up for a Disney+ trial

The lawsuit stems from the death of 42-year-old New York doctor whose family claims she had a fatal allergic reaction after eating at an Irish pub in Disney Springs in October.

Damaged furnishings on Windsor Avenue are piled up outside a home, waiting to be picked up after Hurricane Debby passed Cedar Key, FL.
Crime & Safety
2 years ago
SCAM ALERT: Beware of FEMA fakes trying to defraud you after Hurricane Debby

FEMA has received reports of people pretending to represent them.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
How access to opioid treatments has changed in Florida

Ophelia used CDC data to map the growing distribution of common medications that prevent opioid overdoses and treat substance use disorders.

State
2 years ago
Snake hunters wrangle invasive Burmese pythons in Everglades during Florida’s 10-day challenge

Participants have the opportunity to win the $10,000 Ultimate Grand Prize for the removal of the most pythons during the competition.

State
2 years ago
NASA says chances are growing that astronauts may switch from Boeing to a SpaceX ride back to Earth

There’s lingering uncertainty over the safety of Boeing’s new Starliner capsule, NASA officials said Wednesday, and the space agency is split over the risk.

State
2 years ago
Gov. DeSantis tours Hurricane Debby damage in Steinhatchee, announces millions for small businesses needing help to recover

Small business owners needing help following Hurricane Debby can apply for a zero-interest loan from the state. Deadline to apply is September 30.

State
2 years ago
NASA delays next crew launch to buy more time at the space station for Boeing’s troubled capsule

Tuesday marked the two-month point at the space station for Starliner’s test pilots, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who should have been back by mid-June.

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