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State
2 years ago
Man bitten by a crocodile after falling off his boat at a Florida Everglades marina

The National Park Service says the 68-year-old man was attempting to swim to shore when witnesses saw him go under water.

State
2 years ago
NAACP urges student-athletes to reconsider Florida colleges after state eliminates DEI programs

NFL Hall of Famer and Florida legend Emmitt Smith urged minority athletes at his alma mater to “be aware and vocal” about the decision.

Education
2 years ago
Florida teachers can discuss sexual orientation and gender ID under ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill settlement

In a statement, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office described the deal as a “major win” with the law formally known as the Parental Rights in Education Act remaining intact.

State
2 years ago
Counties receiving the most SBA loans in Florida

Flippa identified the counties in Florida where applicants were approved for the most Small Business Administration loan funds per capita in 2023.

State
2 years ago
Florida rivals ask courts to stop online sports gambling off tribal lands

A decision by the nation’s highest court would be of “massive importance” for the future of online gaming across the U.S.

State
2 years ago
Floridians can ‘stand their ground’ and kill threatening bears under bill going to DeSantis

The legislation is similar to the “stand your ground” law that allows people to use deadly force against other people threatening them.

State
2 years ago
Airports using biometric facial recognition in Florida

Spokeo looked at which airports are using facial recognition software in Florida for security screenings, according to Customs and Border Protection.

State
2 years ago
No video voyeurism charge for ousted Florida GOP chair, previously cleared in rape case

The ousted former chair of the Republican Party of Florida maintained his innocence throughout the investigation.

State
2 years ago
Gov. DeSantis: “Florida may be popular for spring break, but it is inhospitable to criminal activity”

Florida’s governor takes steps to prevent mayhem in popular beach destinations during spring break.

State
2 years ago
Miami Beach is breaking up with spring break — or at least trying to

After three consecutive years of spring break violence, Miami Beach officials are implementing monthlong security measures aimed at curbing the chaos.

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