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Tallahassee State College board gains Caban, keeps Brown

Tallahassee Democrat - Florida ·

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Leon County Commissioner Christian Caban and reappointed Monesia Brown to Tallahassee State College's board of trustees. Caban has served as Leon County District 2 commissioner since 2022 and holds a...

The Florida-Bred Takes New York: Halina’s Forte Wins the Honorable Miss at Saratoga

Thoroughbred Daily News - New Jersey · July 20, 2025

Even with a lack of it for this running of the GII Honorable Miss Stakes in Saratoga, the Sunshine State was well-represented as Halina's Forte (Mitole) outbattled fellow Florida-bred R Disaster (Awesome Slew) to earn her first graded stakes win....

Florida OL Devon Manuel arrested on suspicion of DUI, felony gun possession

CBS Sports - Florida · July 19, 2025

Florida offensive lineman Devon Manuel was arrested Friday in Gainesville for allegedly driving under the influence and second‑degree felony possession of a concealed weapon, according to documents obtained by Swamp247. The 22-year-old redshirt...

Derrek Cooper, No. 1 overall recruit in Florida, commits to Texas

Marco Eagle - Florida ·

Derrek Cooper, the top-ranked player in the USA TODAY Florida Top 100, committed to the University of Texas. The five-star running back chose the Longhorns over several other prominent programs, including Ohio State and his hometown Miami...

“Flesh eating” bacteria is back in Florida

AS · July 20, 2025

Florida’s coastline isn’t just heating up – it’s turning hostile. So far in 2025, four people in the state are said to have died from Vibrio vulnificus, an aggressive flesh-eating bacterium that thrives in warm, salty or brackish water and in raw...

Severe thunderstorm warnings in Central Florida on Sunday

WESH 2 - Florida · July 20, 2025

Severe thunderstorm warnings in Central Florida on Sunday WESH TWO NEWS STARTS NOW. WELL, TWO MAJOR WEATHER HEADLINES WE’RE FOLLOWING TONIGHT. A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IN PARTS OF ORANGE COUNTY. AND TODAY WAS ANOTHER SCORCHER ACROSS CENTRAL...

Florida Enacts Legislation Tackling Pollution Associated with Septic Tanks

West Orlando News - Florida · July 19, 2025

Florida has enacted new legislation with a transformative approach to tackling the pollution associated with septic tanks. SB 796, titled General Permits for Distributed Wastewater Treatment Systems (DWTS), became effective July 1st and codifies a...

Florida: the frontline of Trump's immigration crackdown

NPR · July 19, 2025

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis shakes hands with US President Donald Trump at Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport in Ochopee, Florida, on July 1, 2025. Trump was visiting the opening of a 5,000-bed migrant detention center in a...

Florida Hopes to Build on Late-Season Surge with QB DJ Lagway Healthy

Yahoo Sports ·

Florida Hopes to Build on Late-Season Surge with QB DJ Lagway Healthy originally appeared on Athlon Sports. ATLANTA — The message out of the Florida contingent at SEC media days is clear and concise: Spot the ball. Advertisement Advertisement Few...

Florida AG Seeks Expedited Path For Out-Of-State Lawyers Amid Staffing Crisis

The Free Press - Tampa - Florida · July 19, 2025

Attorney General Uthmeier’s proposal to bypass the Bar exam for government attorneys faces pushback. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is pushing for a change to allow out-of-state government lawyers to practice in Florida for up to three...

Florida football predicted to part ways with Billy Napier for legendary 6-time Alabama champion

Sporting News · July 19, 2025

There’s been serious buzz in the football world about legendary head coach Nick Saban possibly eyeing a return to the sidelines. While nothing is confirmed, speculation has ramped up — and former Alabama quarterback Greg McElroy is the reason for...

Florida Rep. Joe Casello dies while in office following a heart attack

The Province ·

BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Florida Democratic lawmaker Joe Casello has died while in office following a heart attack, according to state House officials. He was 73. Casello, who was first elected to the Florida House in 2018 from a district in...

Florida women face jail, legal debt and foreclosure after minor HOA violations — has their HOA gone too far?

AOL ·

Irena Green and Shonia Cruz Munoz who have been having legal difficulties with the Creek View HOAJust days after a Florida woman spent a week behind bars over a dispute with her homeowners association (HOA), she’s now at risk of losing her home...

Councilman proposes special district for Riverside’s 5 Points to enhance safety and beautification

News4Jax - Florida · July 22, 2025

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The proposal calls for the creation of a special district in Riverside’s 5 Points neighborhood, aimed at addressing community concerns and fostering growth. Known for its hip, eclectic, and laid-back vibe, 5 Points is a...

Florida Missing Child Alert Canceled For 2-Year-Old Rieva Scarlett, Located Safe

The Free Press - Tampa - Florida · July 20, 2025

Rieva Scarlett Has Been Located Safe Rieva Scarlett has been located and is safe, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. ORIGINAL REPORT: A Florida MISSING CHILD Alert has been issued for Rieva Scarlett, a 2-year-old black female....

Another day of heat hits Central Florida

WESH 2 - Florida · July 21, 2025

Heat and showers expected to hit Central Florida starting Monday IMPORTANT. ALL RIGHT. LET’S TALK ABOUT WHAT IS GOING ON WEATHER WISE HERE AT HOME. TODAY WE BROKE RECORDS. TOMORROW WE WON’T BE BREAKING RECORDS, BUT STILL VERY HOT OUT THERE. YEAH....

This Florida City Is An Underrated Vacation Destination That's Ideal In All Seasons

Southern Living ·

Known as the gateway to Southwest Florida, Fort Myers is the kind of destination that does it all. Yearning to explore a vibrant metropolitan? Fort Myers’s downtown has plenty to see, do, and eat—and did we mention it’s also situated on the...

Florida Congresswoman Points to ‘Unchecked Corruption Within Certain Aspects of the Rap Industry’ After Alleged Threats Against Nicki Minaj

Digital Music News · July 19, 2025

Photo Credit: Rep. Anna Paulina Luna Rapper Nicki Minaj has drawn the attention of Florida Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna, asking for help with alleged threats made by a DJ and streamer online. The remarks came from MackWop, an associate of Top...

Florida State LOSES Recruit, But Impact Minimal

WNEP - Pennsylvania ·

Florida State lost RB recruit Amari Thomas. While unfortunate, FSU's RB history and talented depth chart make the loss far less concerning than some believe. Author: wnep.com Published: 10:51 AM EDT July 19, 2025 Updated: 10:51 AM EDT July 19, 2025

DeSantis puts Cuomo on alert about moving to Florida: ‘Don’t New York our Florida’

Washington Examiner · July 20, 2025

Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) indicated former New York governor and current New York City mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo is not welcome in the Sunshine State, issuing a statement regarding the possibility on X. Cuomo lost the Democratic Party’s...