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‘Lying,’ ‘fraud,’ ‘rude.’ Enemies profess peace after hard-fought primary season that set South Florida congressional races
Outspent by more than 4-to-1. Run for office repeatedly, but never won. Facing multiple opponents, including one who’s repeatedly been elected. Despite the challenges, Joe Kaufman finished 15 points ahead of his main rival on Tuesday to win the Republican nomination for Congress in the Broward-Palm Beach county 23rd District. Kaufman will be his party’s candidate in the November general ...
Wealthy Floridians Are Buying Up All of N.Y.C.’s Luxury Homes, a New Report Says
It was only a couple of years ago that a record number of high-earning New Yorkers fled the Big Apple. Oh, how the times have changed.Inside the New Southeast Asian N.Y.C. Restaurant From a Korean Fine Dining Pioneer In 2022, approximately 545,000 New York City residents packed their bags and moved to other parts of the country. A whopping 90,000 New Yorkers headed south to Florida, according to census data. As of last month, the state’s population had swelled to over 23 million, and each year has been adding anywhere from 350,000 to 375,000 new residents over the last decade. However, a new report from...
Hurricane center watching 2 tropical waves. FL to see thunderstorms as tax holiday kicks off
The tropics remained calm as a sales tax holiday for hurricane and other disaster supplies kicked off Saturday, but severe weather could affect portions of Florida over the weekend. Tropical cyclone activity is not expected over the next seven days, the National Hurricane Center reported in its latest update. ...
DeSantis, CFO call for investigation into high spending under ex-UF president Ben Sasse
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A month after the University of Florida’s president abruptly resigned, state officials are now calling for an investigation into allegations of exorbitant spending. Nearly $17 million were spent in 17 months under former UF president Ben Sasse. This has prompted Governor Ron Desantis’ office to investigate the spending. Less than two […]
PHOTO GALLERY: Armwood tops Gaither in season opener 42-19
Coming off an appearance in the state semifinals and returning several talented, Division I-level players, Gaither hosted another team full of talented players — Armwood — to open the 2024 season of Friday Night Lights. But the Hawks dominated most of the game, stifling the Cowboys offense with...
South Florida felon votes for first time in nearly 30 years
MIAMI — Dwight Spencer has been out of prison since 2017, and he's still having trouble finding steady work. Spencer was convicted of felony drug possession charges in Florida in the 1990s. He was also convicted of federal charges and spent 20 years in federal prison before President Barack Obama commuted his sentence. "I was very happy but still a little weary of coming back to society," Spencer said. He also just got back his right to vote. Florida voters passed Amendment 4 in 2018, which restores a felon's right to vote once they complete all terms of their sentence....
Pasco County deputies investigating shooting between roommates in Wesley Chapel
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — Pasco County deputies are now investigating a shooting after an apparent argument between roommates in Wesley Chapel, according to a news release. Deputies responded to the report of the shooting in the Thackery Way area and determined a heated argument might have sparked gunfire between the three men, the release said.
🏙️ Cities with the most expensive homes in the Lakeland metro area
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the...
Florida Poly Kicks Off Year with Record Enrollment, New Residence Hall
Florida Polytechnic University welcomed the highest enrollment in the history of the institution and opened the doors to a brand new, state-of-the-art student residence facility. Florida Poly’s total enrollment for the Fall 2024 semester reached over 1,700 students, an increase of about 6% over last year. This encompasses 600 overall...
Late penalty-kick save preserves shutout as Tampa Bay Sun ties DC Power
TAMPA — Goalkeeper Ashley Orkus turned in a seven-save shutout, stopping a penalty kick in the final minutes, as Tampa Bay Sun FC tied DC Power 0-0 Saturday night at Riverfront Stadium on the campus of Blake High School. Though Orkus’ efforts kept the Sun (0-0-2) unbeaten, they continue...
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