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HIV Data Leaked Following Florida Health Department Hack
Hackers this week leaked over 20,000 Florida Department of Health (DOH) files containing sensitive personal information, including HIV test results, immunization records and more, according to The Tampa Bay Times. The hacker group RansomHub targeted DOH, which is said to be working with law enforcement and taking additional action to...
Are shark attacks in Florida occurring more frequently than usual?
Shark attacks have been making waves across the country all summer long, especially in Florida. The state has already reported several bites this year, sparking the question: Are shark attacks occurring at a higher-than-normal rate?
Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse
Growth in Asian, Black and Hispanic communities is transforming cities and suburban counties, especially in red states such as Florida, Indiana and Texas, according to a new Stateline analysis. The presidential swing states of Georgia, Nevada and Pennsylvania also were among the fastest-changing states. Nationally, the share of the non-white population grew in 47 states […] The post Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse appeared first on Missouri Independent.
Siesta Key Beach, Anna Maria Island Named Best Beaches in Florida by U.S. News & World Report
Siesta Key Beach and Anna Maria Island are home to the No. 1 and No. 2 Best Beaches in Florida, according to a new list by U.S. News & World Report. To come up with the rankings, the U.S. News says it factored in reader votes, aesthetics, atmosphere and convenience.
The president of Florida’s only public historically Black university resigns after donation debacle
The president of Florida’s only public historically Black university is resigning amid backlash over the school’s apparent failure to properly vet a multi-million dollar donation from a dubious donor. Larry Robinson submitted his resignation last week and will leave Florida A&M University at a time when state officials...
Local Governments Spending Millions on Homeless Problem, But Taxpayers Not Happy
As local governments start laying out proposed budgets for the upcoming year, millions of dollars will be spent on the homeless problems many Florida communities are dealing with. Last year, Jacksonville Democratic Mayor Donna Deegan and the local city council approved $3.1 million to address the city’s homeless problem. This...
Jacksonville Fairgrounds locations could become new UF campus after move to Westside
Millions of dollars proposed in Mayor Donna Deegan’s budget guarantees the Jacksonville Fairgrounds will move to the westside, but what will take its place is still up in the air.
The trend continues- hot temperatures, with heavy rain for some this afternoon
This morning, you’re starting out with a gorgeous sunrise, and temperatures in the 70′s. As we ease into this afternoon, we amp up the feels like temperatures into the triple digits, with rain for some moving through the area. Much of the area will see rain, and some...
Kicks for the Kids: Donate new shoes to help children heading back to school
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Help a local child go back to school on the right foot by putting new shoes on both feet. The new school year will be here sooner than you think. Remember those days when you were a kid? One of the biggest highlights on the first day was showing off your new pair of shoes.
Florida Man Convicted in Murder of Jacksonville Radio Host
Bursey Armstrong has been convicted of second-degree murder in the deaths of Jacksonville radio personality Tasheka Young and her unborn child. The Florida State Attorney’s office says they seek two life sentences for Armstrong. In July 2022, Young, known as “Tysheeks” to listeners at Cox Media Group’s Power 106.1...
Construction underway on Georgia's largest Buc-ee's, opening slated for summer 2025
The wait won't be much longer on Georgia getting a new Buc-ee's. Construction has started on the Brunswick location on Georgia 99 at the I-95 exit. It's being built by J. Raymond Construction out of Florida. Media coordinator Crissy Gonzales said via email that the Buc-ee's has a tentative opening date of June 2, 2025. However, that date is subject to change.
Silencing the Sounds: Breakthrough treatment for those who suffer from tinnitus
Imagine hearing a ringing in your ears all the time. The noise can be so loud it can be debilitating. It’s called tinnitus and more than 50 million Americans are living with it right now. No one knows why it happens but a new drug-free, FDA-approved device is helping...
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