Florida State

The Florida Legislature passed HB 1365 earlier this year, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed it. The bill essentially criminalized homelessness by making it illegal to sleep on public property throughout the state. When Governor DeSantis signed the law, he claimed that it would restore “law and order” in the...

The Supreme Court Sides With DeSantis in Punishing Disney World Cast Members

The Hill

Sen. Rick Scott’s (R-Fla.) lead over Democratic challenger and former Florida Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell has shrunk to just 2 points in a new poll, a steep drop from earlier this year that could signal a closer than expected race in November. The survey from Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and Mainstreet Research, published Wednesday, found the…

Rick Scott’s lead over Democratic challenger shrinks in new poll

Pinellas County, FL

Largo, FL

The Independent

 Newly released law enforcement body camera footage shows the moments after a nearly 14-foot-long alligator killed a 41-year-old Florida woman in September.The footage, obtained from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) by Fox 13, shows first responders arrive at a roadside canal in Largo, Florida, and fatally shoot the gator with a rifle.A bystander, Jamarcus Bullard, was the first to discover the grim scene, alerting law enforcement when he saw a gator with what he believed were body parts in its mouth. "I noticed it had a body in its mouth, like a lower torso, so once...

Shocking footage shows moments after a gator ate a 41-year-old woman in Florida

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A Piece of Travel

Are you just about to retire, or have you done so recently? Congratulations! If you think there's no better place to enjoy your golden years than in a state full of sun, sand, and fellow retirees, these are some of the top places to retire in Florida.

6 Ideal Florida Cities for Retirement

Governor Ron DeSantis has signed yet another controversial bill into law, this time allowing Floridians to shoot black bears. As one might expect, environmental groups are not at all happy about this latest move from the far-right politician. Ron DeSantis: Tough on Crime, Tougher on the First Amendment. Throughout his...

Ron DeSantis Makes It Legal for Floridians To Open Fire on Bears

Field & Stream

Seeing a bear in central Florida is a fairly rare occurrence. Seeing a bear fight off two alligators while crossing a river—and capturing the entire tussle on video—is, well, crazy really. And yet it happened, just this week. While paddling the St. Johns River between the High Banks...

Bear vs Alligator—Caught on Video in Florida

A man was arrested on felony robbery charges after trying to withdraw 1 cent from a bank. In Sumter County, an incident took place at Chase Bank, where Michael Fleming, walked into the bank and filled out a withdrawal slip for 1 cent. He then, handed it to a bank teller, who told Fleming he couldn't withdraw a penny.

Man Arrested For Stealing A Penny?!

Chicago, IL

The West Coast fast food chain Jack in the Box is headed back to the Chicago area. The company plans to open stores in New Lenox, Naperville, Plainfield, Carol Stream, Tinley Park, Lake in the Hills, Countryside and a Chicago location near Midway. Jack in the Box coming back to...

Jack in the Box coming back to Chicago area

The southern half of the Florida Peninsula is about to get a deluge that many would think is beneficial for the drought, but it can bring more problems because… the ground is so dry. When the ground is so dry, and high amounts of rain falls, the ground cannot...

The southern half of Florida is on high flood alert as it prepares for a deluge

Rochester, NY

Rochester police have made an arrest in a shooting on Aab Street that left a 55-year-old man injured. They charged 27-year-old Mark Walker Jr. with reckless endangerment and criminal possession of a weapon. They say he got into an argument with the victim inside a house March 29th, and returned...

Man Arrested in Aab St. Shooting

A kayaker found himself at the center of a dramatic wildlife encounter when a bear swam past him in Florida’s St. Johns River. The already unusual sight took an even stranger turn as the bear collided with a large alligator. Unexpected Encounter. Tyler Futrell, the kayaker, managed to capture...

Bear Defends Against Alligators in Florida River Confrontation

We recently prepared a comprehensive report of the 15 Safest Cities To Live in Florida. In this free report, we have discussed each city in detail. Click here to see the free report. With a population of over 22.6 million residents as of 2023, Florida, known as the Sunshine State,...

The Safest City To Live in Florida

L. Cane

For many, winning a substantial amount of money in the Florida lottery is a dream come true. It might allow you to pay off some bills and maybe treat yourself to a luxury or two - assuming that everything goes according to plan.

Floridians Who Won The Lottery But Were Incorrectly Told They Owed The State Of Florida Instead

(Perry County, PA) -- State Police are asking for the public's help to find two men accused of running a scam in Perry County. Officials say the suspects offered to sealcoat the victim's driveway in exchange for "large sums of money," but told the victim not to tell anyone about the service. According to troopers, the suspects provided a "deceptive service" then fled in a white pickup truck. Anyone with information on the scammers is asked to contact PSP Newport.

Two Wanted In Driveway Sealcoating Scam

York, PA

Camp Hill, PA

(Camp Hill, PA) -- A man from York is accused of killing his cellmate at a state prison. Pennsylvania State Police say 30-year-old Shaquille Gibson killed 57-year-old Kevin Beattie at the State Correctional Institution at Camp Hill. Beattie was found unresponsive in his cell Tuesday morning and reportedly suffered multiple injuries, but the cause of his death is not known at this time. Gibson is charged with first-degree murder.

SCI Camp Hill Inmate Killed

A new law imposed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis went into effect on Monday, and it impacts Walt Disney World Resort guests. On July 1, almost 200 laws passed during the previous Florida legislative session took effect. Among the onslaught of legislation signed by DeSantis came numerous policies that potentially impact Walt Disney World Resort, including bans on intentional balloon releases, lab-grown meat, and legally forced water or breaks for hourly employees.

Ron DeSantis Imposes $158 Fee on Disney World Guests

Wisconsin State

West Des Moines, IA

(Des Moines, IA) -- Wisconsin fugitive, whose been wanted for 30 years, was arrested in West Des Moines. The fugitive was a homeless man in West Des Moines, he was arrested for failing to have a reflector on his bicycle. After initially providing the police with a false name, he...

Wisconsin Fugitive, Of 30 Years, Has Been Arrested In West Des Moines

Hudsonville, MI

HUDSONVILLE (WOOD-AM) - A 75-day jail sentence has been handed down to a Hudsonville woman who is accused of ordering her dog to bite someone. This after Augustina Villarreal, 37, pleaded no contest to aggravated domestic violence, which is a misdemeanor. Prosecutors say Villarreal made that command during an argument...

Woman, 37, given jail sentence for ordering dog to bite man

NewsBreak

New York Dumps First Amendment & Florida Is in Play - Top 3 Takeaways

No substantial constitutional question is directly involved. Well, apparently in the state of New York, the First Amendment to the United States Constitution isn’t a substantial...

New York Dumps First Amendment & Florida Is in Play - Top 3 Takeaways

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