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School choice and history of segregation collide as one Florida county shutters its rural schools
Video above: Schools seeks solutions to student absenteeism as classes resume MADISON, Fla. (AP) — Tens of thousands of students have left Florida’s public schools in recent years amid an explosive expansion in school choice. Now, districts large and small are grappling with the harsh financial realities of empty seats in aging classrooms. As some districts are being forced to […]
Local woman holding opioid awareness walk after her brother overdosed, working to raise awareness
A local woman is holding an opioid awareness walk this weekend after losing her brother at the age of 17 due to an overdose. This comes as the opioid crisis is worsening in the U.S.
Invasion of green iguanas creates chaos in Florida
Florida is currently grappling with a massive invasion of green iguanas, an “invasive” species that has become a significant nuisance for local residents. These cold-blooded reptiles, in search of warmer climates, have infiltrated homes across the region, creating chaos and causing considerable damage to infrastructure. The population of these iguanas is rapidly increasing, with their presence becoming more pervasive daily.
HUD announces $3.7M for housing modifications so seniors can 'age in place' in their homes
The U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded $3.7 million to two non-profit organizations and a local housing authority to help low income seniors stay in their homes by making modifications, HUD annou
Gabby Giffords, gun violence survivors and family members tell their stories at DNC
Bracketed by videos on gun violence in America, survivors and family members of victims told the Democratic National Convention on Thursday night their heart-wrenching stories, one after another. A woman who lost her daughter at Uvalde. A teacher who hid kids at Sandy Hook. A boy who saw a classmate gunned down....
Details emerge on June cybersecurity breach targeting Florida DOH
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The Florida Department of Health on Wednesday said it is offering credit monitoring and other services to people whose personal data might have been taken during a cyberattack in June. The department said it has started notifying people who were potentially affected. "The security breach in our...
Florida Supreme Court allows financial statement to be attached to abortion ballot measure
The Florida Supreme Court ruled that a financial statement, which was blasted by abortion-rights advocates, will be allowed to appear alongside a ballot measure seeking to enshrine abortion through viability in the Sunshine State. The state’s high court ruled 6-1 against the group challenging the statement, Floridians Protecting Freedom, because it participated in and did […]
A Vanderbilt University campus in West Palm Beach could rain billions on local economy
The $520 million Vanderbilt University campus planned for West Palm Beach grew much larger. West Palm Beach City Commission voted unanimously this week to donate two acres of city land to the university as Palm Beach County commissioners work on final decisions to donate five acres of county-owned land. County...
City of Palm Bay Hosts Plaque Removal Ceremony for Fallen First Responders at Sacrifice Park
BREVARD COUNTY • PALM BAY, FLORIDA – The City of Palm Bay and Palm Bay Police Department were joined by local law enforcement partners for a plaque removal ceremony at Sacrifice Park on Thursday morning. As the park undergoes a complete remodel, the goal is to enhance this...
Dolphins assistant Jon Embree will serve as head coach for second half of preseason finale
Dolphins assistant Jon Embree will get some experience handling the head coach’s duties during tonight’s preseason finale against the Buccaneers. Embree, whose title is assistant head coach and tight ends coach, will serve as head coach for the second half of the game, according to Mike Cugno of CBS 4 in Miami.
SeaWorld Orlando Offers Free Unlimited Admission to Florida Teachers with the 2024-2025 Florida Teacher Card
SeaWorld Orlando is recognizing the vital role that educators play in shaping the future by offering a special perk for Florida certified K-12 classroom teachers: the SeaWorld Florida Teacher Card. This card grants Florida teachers unlimited admission to SeaWorld Orlando through September 4, 2025, allowing them to enjoy the park’s attractions and educational resources throughout the year.
Florida Atlantic among 12 universities to conduct antisemitism checks in curriculum
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — As college students head back to school, state authorities are requiring public universities to do a targeted review of their courses. The goal is to root out any content that contains anti-Semitic material or an anti-Israel bias. Florida Atlantic University along with11 other...
Long-dormant hotel project may restart soon
LBTS – Residents here may have noticed work restarting on a long-dormant project. However, they shouldn’t get too excited that the work-in-progress will wrap up anytime soon. The R Group, LLC was given permission to work on the roof of its 14-unit hotel at 4132 N. Ocean Drive...
Melbourne residents worry about neighborhood flooding as strong storms slam the Space Coast
MELBOURNE, Fla. - Strong storms on the Space Coast this week heightened flooding concerns for neighbors in Melbourne. Water was feet away from seeping inside people’s properties on Archer Lane this week, and residents say they’ve feared flooding for more than a decade. The street that flooded on...
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