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The first Gen Z elected to Congress, Maxwell Frost, will speak at the DNC tonight
The NPR Network will be reporting live from Chicago throughout the week bringing you the latest on the Democratic National Convention. Florida Democratic Rep. Maxwell Frost is set to speak at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday night — the DNC's final evening of programming. The 27-year-old Congressman, and...
Ajike ‘A.J.’ Owens: Black Woman Shot And Killed By White Woman Gets Justice
In a case that has drawn national attention for its racial and social implications, a white Florida woman has been convicted of manslaughter on Friday for fatally shooting her Black neighbor during an ongoing dispute. The all-white jury found 60-year-old Susan Lorincz guilty after just 2 1/2 hours of deliberation.
Floridians who voted by mail in the primary have until 5 p.m. to fix signature problems
More than 1.4 million Floridians voted by mail in the primary on Tuesday, but those whose ballots have been flagged for signature problems have until 5 p.m. Thursday to ensure their vote counts. People can check whether their ballot has been counted online and by calling their local supervisor of elections. In case there is […]
A look at claims made by GOP US Rep. Michael Waltz of Florida during DNC
CHICAGO — For the second straight day, a Floridian has served as former President Donald Trump’s chief counterprogramming surrogate in Chicago, where the main news has been emanating from the Democratic National Committee. On Tuesday, it was Rep. Byron Donalds, who held a news conference at Trump International...
Ron DeSantis' political star is tarnished after key Florida primary night losses
Two years has been a political eternity for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. In 2022, when DeSantis was at the peak of his political powers and openly flirting with running for president, he used his sway to start remaking local school boards into much more conservative-leaning bodies. During that year's midterm elections, when DeSantis won re-election by a historic near 20-points, he backed 30 school board candidates, and only five lost.
Gov. Ron DeSantis visits Sarasota, calls VP Harris 'vapid,' and defends election night
A defiant Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis took a hard swing at Vice President Kamala Harris, discussed school board election night results, and highlighted Hurricane Debby recovery efforts during a stop in Sarasota on Wednesday. During his press conference, DeSantis called Vice President Kamala Harris "vapid" while criticizing her economic proposals, said election night...
Jury finds pair guilty of murdering South Sumter High School student
Two men have been found guilty of murdering a South Sumter High School student back in 2020. This past week in Sumter County Court, jurors delivered their verdict in the murder of 19-year-old David Bartholomew Lyons Jr. After a brief deliberation, jurors found 20-year-old Javarre Latrell Johnson and 21-year-old Ba’Karri...
Suspect arrested after allegedly puncturing motorcycle tire at arcade
A woman has been arrested after allegedly puncturing a motorcycle tire at a local arcade. Cari Lynn Tilney, 54, of Belleview, was caught on surveillance puncturing the rear tire of a 2014 Suzuki motorcycle on Sunday at the Good Time Arcade on U.S. Hwy. 441, according to an arrest report from the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office.
Health department urges caution after blue-green algae found in Lake Ashby
Blue-green algae was found in Lake Ashby on Tuesday, and the Florida Department of Health is urging people to use caution in the area because toxins could be present. Officials are conducting water sampling in the lake, which is in southern Volusia County northeast of Osteen. Some algae ― which "are plant-like...
Daytona TV Schedule: August 2024 (NASCAR)
NASCAR TV schedule for Daytona International Speedway. NASCAR is set for a return to Daytona Beach, Florida. The 2.5-mile of Daytona International Speedway will host the NASCAR Cup Series and Xfinity Series. Additionally, the ARCA Menards Series and NASCAR Truck Series take on the Milwaukee Mile. View the Daytona TV...
Bride Asks Stepdad To Walk Her Down Aisle Alongside Biological Dad
An emotional stepdad couldn't hold back tears of pride when his stepdaughter asked him to walk her down the aisle on her wedding day along with her biological father. The post Bride Asks Stepdad To Walk Her Down Aisle Alongside Biological Dad appeared first on Happilynews.com.
Fans Call for Permanent Closure of Hated Attraction at Universal Studios
This infamous attraction has long been regarded as one of the worst rides within the Universal Studios portfolio, and now it’s finally closing!. The Fast & Furious—Supercharged attraction at Universal Orlando Resort has recently closed for refurbishment, with its reopening scheduled for November 3, 2024. This attraction had long been regarded as one of the least popular rides within the Universal Studios portfolio.
Villager’s son back in jail in 2023 drug overdose death
A Villager’s son was being held without bond after violating the terms of his probation in a 2023 drug overdose death. Jason Scott Harris, 48, was booked this week at the Marion County Jail following his arrest on a warrant charging him with violating his probation. A probation officer...
AASHTO awards recognizes 10 projects from Southeastern region
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) recently recognized 10 projects from the Southeastern region at the regional 2024 America’s Transportation Awards competition. The honored projects are located in Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and West Virginia. “The America’s Transportation Awards competition highlights the critical role state DOTs (departments of transportation) […] The post AASHTO awards recognizes 10 projects from Southeastern region appeared first on Transportation Today.
Florida quietly pulls LGBTQ+ travel info from state website
Key West, Fort Lauderdale, Wilton Manors and St. Petersburg are among several Florida cities that have long been top U.S. destinations for LGBTQ+ tourists. So it came as a surprise this week when travelers learned that Florida's tourism marketing agency quietly removed the "LGBTQ Travel" section from its website sometime in the past few months. Business owners who cater to Florida's LGBTQ+ tourists said Wednesday that it marked the latest attempt by officials in the state to erase the LGBTQ+ community. Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis previously championed a bill to forbid classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity and...
Here's who will decide fate of Florida state park golf courses
Editor's note: On Friday, after The Flagler of Stuart decided not to host the DEP public meeting that was scheduled for 3 p.m. Tuesday, citing "safety concerns," DEP postponed all of the meetings across the state and said it is looking for larger venues "due to the overwhelming interest." Stay tuned for a new date, time and place. ...
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