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Farm Share teams up with Global Empowerment Mission to prep Florida for hurricane season
WJAX - Florida
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June 7, 2025
Florida’s largest independent food bank, Farm Share, partners with Disaster Relief Nonprofit Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) to distribute hurricane preparedness supplies throughout the state. The statewide event begins on Saturday, June 7, at 9...
Florida Governor DeSantis Fortifies Firefighter Health And Safety With New Legislation
The Free Press - Tampa - Florida
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June 5, 2025
Governor Ron DeSantis today affirmed Florida’s unwavering commitment to its firefighters, signing House Bill 929 into law at the 81st Annual Convention of the Florida Professional Firefighters. The legislation significantly expands health and...
Florida News That Impacts You – February 20th, 2025
1290 WJNO - Florida
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Florida News That Impacts You – February 20th, 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 issued an executive memo directing state...
Florida residents voice opposition to potential offshore drilling plans
WJAX - Florida
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June 7, 2025
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management is taking public comments on a program that would open up nearly the entire U.S. coastline to oil drilling. As you can see on this map, the coasts of both Florida and Georgia are included. Outer Continental...
Daytona hosts Florida Libertarians convention. What do they stand for?
Daytona Beach News Journal - Florida
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Florida Libertarians met in Daytona Beach to discuss the 2026 election and the opportunity presented by the Donald Trump-Elon Musk feud. The party believes their small-government platform appeals to a large percentage of Americans dissatisfied...
Tuberville warns freezing Medicaid funding source could hurt Alabama
AL.com - Alabama
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June 9, 2025
The Senate has set an ambitious timeline for passing President Donald Trump’s sweeping legislation to cut taxes and spending. But getting it on the Republican president’s desk by July 4 will require some big decisions, and soon. Republican...
Florida Sheriff Known for Crime Scene Gaffe Arrested in $21M Gambling, Corruption Case
Casino.org
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June 6, 2025
Posted on: June 6, 2025, 11:59h. Last updated on: June 6, 2025, 11:59h. Sheriff Lopez accused of shielding illegal gambling enterprise. $21M gambling ring operated across central Florida counties. Lopez bond set at $1million, suspended by Governor...
Why several Democratic Governors have become ‘formidable candidates’ for 2028
MSNBC
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IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. ICE presence in Southern California fuels protests and backlash 05:28 D.C. hosts first WorldPride parade amid political tensions 03:22 Is Florida ready for...
Governor DeSantis signs bills expanding protections and services for Florida veterans
WCJB - TV 20 News - Florida
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June 6, 2025
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed three new bills to expand mental health support, protect veterans from fraud, and streamline long-term care access for Florida’s nearly 1.5 million veterans. Speaking at a ceremony in Port...
Florida Secretary of Transportation discusses on going road work in Bay County
WJHG - Florida
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June 6, 2025
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Florida’s Secretary of Transportation paid a visit to Bay County to discuss the ongoing roadwork in the area. A Panhandle man himself, Jared Perdue said it is great to be back and see some of the transportation...
Florida Election Websites Crashed On Primary Night
WFLA Orlando - Florida
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If you had trouble finding the results of the Primary Elections online, it's because 66 of 67 county Election Supervisors' websites crashed. Broward County Election Supervisor Joe Scott says all those counties share the same website vendor and VR...
Proud Boys Sue DOJ For $100 Million, Slam January 6 Convictions As 'Politically Motivated'
Benzinga
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Five former Proud Boys leaders have filed a sweeping $100 million lawsuit against the U.S. government, alleging they were unjustly prosecuted for their roles in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. The plaintiffs—Henry “Enrique” Tarrio, Ethan...
US citizens arriving at Florida airport report tense encounters with Customs
Tampa Bay Times - Florida
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In January, a man returning to the United States from Nicaragua landed at Miami International Airport, made it through customs and waited for his luggage at baggage claim. By the time he left the airport, U.S. Customs and Border Protection...
Former Congressman David Jolly officially jumps into the 2026 Florida Governor’s race as a Democrat
WJAX - Florida
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June 5, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The race to become Florida’s next Governor is shaping up with former Congressman David Jolly officially entering the race on the Democratic side Thursday. Action News Jax State spoke with Jolly about how he plans to become the...
Florida lawmakers introduce bill prohibiting shark feeding
South Lake Today - Florida
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June 6, 2025
U.S. Rep. Daniel Webster Serving Florida's 11th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshotU.S. Rep. Daniel Webster Serving Florida's 11th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot Florida Congressman Daniel Webster,...
$2,950 Stimulus Boosts in Florida – Who Qualifies?
Huntington News - West Virginia
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June 7, 2025
Florida residents are in for a financial uplift with the announcement of a $2,950 stimulus boost aimed at helping individuals and families manage the rising cost of living. This payment is part of a state-specific initiative to extend financial...
Full interview: Former Congressman David Jolly talks bid for Florida governor
WTSP - Florida
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The ex-GOP congressman sat down with 10 Tampa Bay political reporter Aaron Parseghian after announcing his bid for the 2026 Florida governor race. Author: wtsp.com Published: 8:00 PM EDT June 5, 2025 Updated: 8:00 PM EDT June 5, 2025
Musk Floats Idea of Starting New Rival Political Party—and Even Names It—Amid Trump Feud
TIME Magazine
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June 7, 2025
In an escalation of Elon Musk’s fractured relationship with President Donald Trump and his Republican allies, the Tesla CEO has floated the idea of starting a new political party to rival the two-party system. Musk conducted a poll via his social...
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Proud Boys sue US government for $100 million citing constitutional rights breach
Firstpost
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June 7, 2025
Four Proud Boys leaders who were pardoned after being found guilty of attempting to keep President Donald Trump in office after losing the election to Joe Biden filed a lawsuit against the government on Friday, seeking $100 million. “The...
Republican turned Democrat David Jolly enters Florida governor's race
United Press International (UPI)
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June 5 (UPI) -- Former Republican-turned Democrat Rep. David Jolly, D-Florida, has announced his intentions to enter the 2026 race for governor in a state largely dominated by GOP politics. Jolly acknowledged his political disadvantage running for...