The tragic incident that unfolded in Florida’s Okaloosa County last week has sparked widespread outrage and calls for justice. Senior Airman Roger Fortson, a 23-year-old member of the U.S. Air Force, was fatally shot by a sheriff’s deputy in what his family and legal representatives…
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Florida Justices Back ‘Surviving Spouse’ In Asbestos-Related Death Dispute
The Florida Supreme Court on Thursday said that a woman who married her husband shortly after he was diagnosed with a fatal disease can seek damages following his asbestos-related death. Justices unanimously overturned lower-court rulings that rejected Jennifer Ripple’s attempts to recover damages for pain…
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Florida Gov And First Lady DeSantis Present Awards To Hope Florida Partners
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis highlighted the success of the Hope Florida Initiative Thursday and awarded seven Panhandle nonprofit organizations with $20,000 each through the Hope Florida Fund. The governor and First Lady recognized the following recipients: St. Andrew Christian Care…
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Florida And Virginia Law Enforcement Seek Info On Child Predator With Ties To Cheerleading Club
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the Virginia State Police Northern Virginia/DC Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force are seeking the public’s help for information about Jason Robert Fragale, 38, of Kissimmee, Fla., and Leesburg, Va. According to FDLE, Fragale was arrested…
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Mastering Hurricane Preparedness: A Comprehensive Guide For All Of Florida
As the sun rises on another hurricane season in Florida, it’s crucial for residents to be proactive in their preparations. The state’s vulnerability to these powerful storms is well-documented, with a long history of devastating impacts that have tested the resilience of communities across the…
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Florida Jobless Claims Decline
Florida last week saw a drop in first-time unemployment claims, though company notices filed with the state show some workers face layoffs. On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Labor released a report that estimated 5,680 unemployment applications were filed in Florida during the week ending…
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Pointing To Federal Law, Florida AG Ashley Moody Calls For Removal Of Pro-Hamas Student Visas
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is demanding the Biden administration take prompt action to remove student visas amid a surge in antisemitic activity on college campuses. In a letter to Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas and Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Moody and a…
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All Five Female CNN Panelists Believe Stormy Daniels Is A ‘Good Witness’ In Trump Trial
Each of the five women on a Thursday CNN panel found porn star Stormy Daniels to be a “good witness” against former President Donald Trump, Special Correspondent Jamie Gangel revealed. Daniels testified this week in the trial regarding a $130,000 payment for the porn star’s silence about…
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7 Florida Men Charged In Virginia For Running Large-Scale Gas Pump Skimming Device Org
An indictment was unsealed Wednesday in Virginia, charging seven Florida men with racketeer-influenced and corrupt organizations (RICO) conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy in connection with their alleged participation in a large-scale gas pump skimming device organization. According to court documents, the defendants, led by Eduardo…
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West Virginia Man Drowns After Diving For Cell Phone At Hernando Beach In Florida
HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. – A 68-year-old West Virginia man died by drowning at Hernando Beach at around 4 pm on Wednesday, according to deputies. Investigators say Hernando County Sheriff’s deputies and Hernando County Fire Rescue units were dispatched to the Hernando Beach Boat Ramp, located…
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Florida Justices Back ‘Surviving Spouse’ In Asbestos-Related Death Dispute
The Florida Supreme Court on Thursday said that a woman who married her husband shortly after he was diagnosed with a fatal disease can seek damages following his asbestos-related death. Justices unanimously overturned lower-court rulings that rejected Jennifer Ripple’s attempts to recover damages for pain…
Florida Gov And First Lady DeSantis Present Awards To Hope Florida Partners
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis highlighted the success of the Hope Florida Initiative Thursday and awarded seven Panhandle nonprofit organizations with $20,000 each through the Hope Florida Fund. The governor and First Lady recognized the following recipients: St. Andrew Christian Care…
Florida And Virginia Law Enforcement Seek Info On Child Predator With Ties To Cheerleading Club
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the Virginia State Police Northern Virginia/DC Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force are seeking the public’s help for information about Jason Robert Fragale, 38, of Kissimmee, Fla., and Leesburg, Va. According to FDLE, Fragale was arrested…
Cops And Crime
Florida And Virginia Law Enforcement Seek Info On Child Predator With Ties To Cheerleading Club
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the Virginia State Police Northern Virginia/DC Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force are seeking the public’s help for information about Jason Robert Fragale, 38, of Kissimmee, Fla., and Leesburg, Va. According to FDLE, Fragale was arrested…
Cold Case
Missing 16-Year-Old Last Seen In Port Richey Has Been Located Safe
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Jacely Pineda-Motta has been located and is safe, according to the Pasco Sheriff’s Office. Pasco Sheriff’s deputies were searching for Jacely Pineda-Motta, a missing/runaway 16-year-old. Read: Without A Trace: The Vanishing Of Tiffany Daniels In Florida Deputies say Motta is 5’4”,…
Florida Agriculture
UF/IFAS Researchers Work To Make Beer Hops A Florida Crop
Although plenty of Florida’s craft brewers advertise their libations as brewed with state-grown ingredients, a vital ingredient – hops – is not readily available within the Sunshine State. A University of Florida study currently underway, however, may help pave the way for a robust crop…
Tourists To Continue Getting Taste Of Florida
Free orange juice will continue to flow at Florida interstate welcome centers while state citrus officials adjust to a pending 10 percent legislative budget cut for their promotional efforts. The Florida Citrus Commission on Thursday will be asked to approve a $225,000 contract with Visit…
Politics
Pointing To Federal Law, Florida AG Ashley Moody Calls For Removal Of Pro-Hamas Student Visas
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is demanding the Biden administration take prompt action to remove student visas amid a surge in antisemitic activity on college campuses. In a letter to Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas and Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Moody and a…
All Five Female CNN Panelists Believe Stormy Daniels Is A ‘Good Witness’ In Trump Trial
Each of the five women on a Thursday CNN panel found porn star Stormy Daniels to be a “good witness” against former President Donald Trump, Special Correspondent Jamie Gangel revealed. Daniels testified this week in the trial regarding a $130,000 payment for the porn star’s silence about…
Lottery
Georgia Woman Wins Whopping $2 Million On Florida Lottery Monopoly Scratch-Off Game
The Florida Lottery announced Thursday that Lavoncis Armstrong, 64, of Riverdale, Georgia, claimed a $2 million top prize from the $10 MONOPOLY DOUBLER Scratch-Off game at Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. Armstrong chose to receive her winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $1,597,848.00. Armstrong purchased…
Florida Lottery Announces New Lineup Of Games For Grouper And Grouper Super Sampler
The Florida Lottery revealed Tuesday an enhanced series of games accompanying every GROUPER® and GROUPER® Super Sampler package play purchase. With these new games, players now have increased opportunities to win big while spending less! Unlock incredible value with each GROUPER package play, receiving $6…
Job News
Florida Jobless Claims Decline
Florida last week saw a drop in first-time unemployment claims, though company notices filed with the state show some workers face layoffs. On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Labor released a report that estimated 5,680 unemployment applications were filed in Florida during the week ending…
Jobless Rate In Florida Inches Up
Matching its highest level in two years, Florida’s unemployment rate has ticked up to 3.2 percent after holding steady for three consecutive months at 3.1 percent. The Florida Department of Commerce on Friday estimated 353,000 Floridians were out of work and actively seeking employment in…