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Republican lawmaker Jeff Holcomb ended by quoting the Navy creed: “I am committed to excellence and fair treatment of all.” Image credit: Florida House of Representatives TALLAHASSEE, FL - There was a jaw-dropping moment on the floor of…

According to State of Florida Oral Health data, about 25.1% of third-grade children had untreated decay and 40.5% had dental sealants during 2016-2017. File photo: Africa Studio, Shutter Stock, licensed. TALLAHASSEE, FL – The…

After months of painstaking detective work and DNA analysis, investigators have identified a South Florida Jane Doe as Eileen Truppner, the woman left for dead in a grassy area of southwest Broward County off of U.S. 27 back in 1998. …

Previously, the Castro Regime agents were scheduled to meet with the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) to tour multiple facilities, including USCG HQ in Washington, but was canceled after Gimenez along with Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27) and…

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The Annual Key West Gay Pride Parade on June 10, 2018, held in Old Town Key West. File photo: Chuck Wagner, Shutter Stock, licensed. TALLAHASSEE, FL – The Florida bill (SB 1438), entitled “Protection of Children” received final…

A biological adult female attended an event at a hotel that caters to gay and bisexual adult males. Allegedly, she was asked to leave before the afterhours naked birthday suit party for males only and she was denied a hotel room. Claiming…

On May 2, Ms. Danielle Liles, 41, turned herself in to the Marion County jail and was charged with felony organized fraud. According to the arrest report, Ms. (Clonazepam) Liles started her employment with the nonprofit in 2002. MARION…

According to authorities, the suspect, later identified as 34 year-old Daniel Scanlan, hit a man from behind, removed his black yarmulke and called him an Antisemitic sler. BOCA RATON, FL – On Friday, April 28, Palm Beach…

(L to R): Marc Riley, National Sales Director of Rick Case Automotive Group, and Debra Koebel, President of the South Florida Automobile Dealers Association present Matt Organ, Co-Chairman of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County…

Other conservative states have followed Florida’s example with bills that restrict trans people’s access to gender-affirming care, bathrooms that correspond with their gender. File photo: BalkansCat, Shutter Stock, licensed. TAMPA BAY,…

Hosted by the Florida Press Foundation, the Florida Media Conference is an annual event that brings together top Florida Media executives for two days of industry knowledge sharing, innovative ideas from vendors, and networking…

The Havana Times reports the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the US Treasury Department granted a license to the Miami company Apacargo Express to export new and used cars, trucks, trailers, tractors and agricultural equipment. …

The Hernando County school was placed on brief lockdown, but parents were not informed of the threat, finding out about the incident more than a week later. File photo HERNANDO COUNTY, FL - A transgender Florida teacher who…

While adding a new affordable apartment building won't completely solve the current housing crisis in the area, it's a step in the right direction to help the residents of Sarasota. File photo: Suncoast Aerials, Shutter Stock, licensed. …

Bold Republican Rep. Randy Fine tweeted a picture of himself signing the documents. - Twitter, Rep. Randy Fine, @VoteRandyFine TALLAHASSEE, FL - Seeking truth about why the Florida chapter for the American Academy of Pediatrics and the…

Attorney General Moody is imploring Congress to convene hearings and act to prevent children from being assaulted and exploited. TALLAHASSEE, FL – Via My Florida Legal: Attorney General Ashley Moody is calling on…

Governor’s bid to take over the Reedy Creek Improvement District – a promise that he made in 2022 after a spat with the entertainment giant over their public opposition to a state law that restricts teacher/student discussion on gender and…

Broward Sheriff’s robbery detectives located surveillance video of a man using the victim’s stolen credit card at the Shop and Save Food Mart in Lauderhill just an hour after the robbery. TAMARAC, FL - Broward Sheriff’s Office robbery…

Ryan Case; recipients of the inaugural Rita and Rick Case Changemaker Award Deana Koenig and Andrew Koenig; President and CEO of Rick Case Automotive Group Rita Case; Raquel Case Travaline. Image credit: Downtown Photo. AVENTURA, FL -…

Reverie’s first homeowner, GreenPointe Developers, Dream Finders Homes, Basham & Lucas Design Group and Evergreen Lifestyles Management celebrate the grand opening of Reverie at TrailMark with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. ST.…

Cross Regions Group Chief Operating Officer Doug Smith recently attended the Nassau County Economic Development Board Business Retention & Expansion Event to discuss the company’s two new projects in Nassau County. From left, Scott…

The audition takes place May 9 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at The Benjamin Upper School Theater located at 4875 Grandiflora Road in Palm Beach Gardens. Photo Courtesy Jen Scott Photography JUPITER, FL - The Palm Beach Shakespeare…

SB 1438, the "Protection of Children Act," states that people and businesses can be penalized for "knowingly admitting a child to an adult live performance." File photo: Erremmo.com, Shutter Stock, licensed. PORT ST. LUCIE,…

Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar, U.S. Representative (FL-27) TALLAHASSEE, FL - Reps. María Elvira Salazar (R-FL), Mark Green (R-TN), and Carlos Giménez (R-FL) sent a letter to the Pan-American Health Organization (PAHO) lambasting…

Destiney Bocanegra, who was pregnant with her second child, dove in front of her son during a drive-by shooting to protect him, and ended up being fatally shot in the process. Her boyfriend was also shot and sustained critical injuries,…

From left, Ryan Born, PulteGroup Senior Construction Manager; Dan Reynolds, PulteGroup VP Construction Operations; Jennifer Ghioto, PulteGroup General Sales Manager; former Army Capt. Helen Perry; Retired U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Matthew…

A resolution that says the county will protect individual liberties in case something similar to another pandemic hits in the future passed 4-1 with Commissioner Burt Saunders casting the only dissenting vote, the article notes. File…

According to authorities, Adam Morris, 40, was arrested Friday night at home on seven counts of possession of a sexual performance by a child, three counts of transmitting harmful material to minors and one count of unlawful use of a…