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Lt. governor tours Mount Dora flood damage as residents wait to go home
MOUNT DORA, Fla. — North Donnelly Street in Mount Dora is closed off with barriers and caution tape where a massive washout carved a deep gash in the road after more than 15 inches of rain fell in just a few days. Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins...
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US Florida Phoenix Expanding offshore oil drilling will imperil rare whales who live near Florida
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A rare Rice's whale swims just under the surface of the Gulf of Mexico. (Photo via NOAA/Ocean Alliance) If you haven’t picked a Halloween costume yet, I have a suggestion: Dress up as a Rice’s whale. You maaaaaay need a few friends to help out if...
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Orlando, Los Angeles, DC flights face major delays as controller shortages deepen during shutdown
Flights bound for Orlando International Airport (MCO) faced average delays of 2.7 hours on Thursday night as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a ground delay programme caused by staffing shortages amid the ongoing U.S. government...
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DeSantis cracks down on H-1B visa abuse, DEI grants in Florida
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is cracking down on H-1B visa 'abuse' in universities to prioritize American jobs. He also canceled or repurposed over $33 million in DEI-related grants, redirecting funds to non-race-based criteria. Florida Governor...
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Meeting between Russian, US lawmakers in works, venue to be agreed upon — congresswoman
WASHINGTON, October 29. /TASS/. A meeting between Russian and US lawmakers is being prepared, with the venue to be agreed upon through diplomatic channels, congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna (Republican, Florida) told TASS. "I will lead a delegation...
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H-1B visa hiring ends in Florida: State universities to hire Americans, says Gov
In a big setback for immigrants, Florida has banned H-1B visa hiring as Governor Ron DeSantis urged state universities to hire Americans. "Universities across the country are importing foreign workers on H-1B visas instead of hiring Americans who...
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Ukraine peace is Trump's 'top priority' — congresswoman
WASHINGTON, October 29. /TASS/. Ensuring peace, including in Ukraine, is a "top priority" for US President Donald Trump, US congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna (Republican, Florida) said. "President Trump has made it clear that peace is his top...
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Florida’s solar apprenticeship program builds skilled workforce for a growing industry
As solar energy continues to surge as one of the nation’s fastest-growing industries, Florida has positioned itself at the forefront of developing a skilled workforce ready to meet the demand. A first-of-its-kind solar apprenticeship program,...
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‘Democrats’ Hitler talk’: Concern over violent threats pushes Trump team into protected housing
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem participates in a virtual Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council third public meeting at DHS Headquarters in Washington, D.C., Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025. (DHS photo by...
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Last Call for 10.29.25 – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida
Last Call – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shot Republicans are deepening their registration advantage in Florida, extending what has become one of the state’s most striking political trends over the past five...
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Florida News That Impacts You – October 28th, 2025
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Florida News That Impacts You – October 28th, 2025 Bottom Line: Your daily recap of the biggest news from around the state that impacts you throughout the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast. Governor DeSantis announced a state partnership with...
Nicki Minaj Ignites Political Debate By Amplifying Donald Trump’s Granddaughter’s TikTok Performance
Nicki Minaj spotlighted Kai Trump’s viral TikTok dance to her remixed songs amid the rapper’s recent industry disputes and album cancellation drama. Nicki Minaj amplified a viral TikTok video featuring President Donald Trump’s granddaughter Kai...
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In Congress, Former State Treasurers Aim to Manage Budget Better
Members of Congress come from all walks of life, but a number of those lawmakers have backgrounds as state financial officers—auditors and treasurers, who determine how states invest and employ their funds. Some prominent Republicans say that...
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Jamaican community in Southwest Florida takes action following Hurricane Melissa
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Sean Hannity calls for "a political litmus test" for people moving from blue to red states
CALLER (GUEST): I understand all the people that are trying to leave states like New York, California, Illinois. I'm just hoping that they don't bring their politics with them. SEAN HANNITY (HOST): I say that all the time. If you're going to move...
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Florida’s ‘anti-communism’ curriculum criticized as ‘propaganda’ by experts
Florida could soon be teaching students about the “dangers and evils of communism” under proposed new academic standards that some argue amount to “propaganda” and wrongly aim to rehabilitate the reputation of Sen. Joseph McCarthy, who pushed the...
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Mamdani's Socialist Mayorship Will Make New York a Worse Place To Live and Do Business
As I write this, I have yet to cast my vote for the mayor of New York City, where I live (a question I can answer more easily and definitively than the current mayor). In most elections, there are only two bad choices. But because New York has...
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Louisiana Governor takes brutal swipe at LSU director over $132m mistakes and claims he'd rather TRUMP chose the next head coach
By JAKE FENNER, US SPORTS WRITER Published: 20:33 EDT, 29 October 2025 | Updated: 20:50 EDT, 29 October 2025 LSU athletic director Scott Woodward has handed out the two largest college football coaching contract buyouts in history. Louisiana...
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DeSantis targets University H-1B use, putting hundreds of Florida based foreign workers at risk
Florida — In response to Governor Ron DeSantis’s directive to end the use of H-1B visas, Florida State University, (FSU), and the University of South Florida, (USF), are now working with state officials & conducting their own internal evaluations....
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Florida needs consistent federal funding to maintain voter confidence
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Consistent federal funding is crucial for maintaining and modernizing election infrastructure. Election security requires ongoing investment in technology, training, and facilities to counter evolving threats. Election security should be a...
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