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Ask PolitiFact: What does Florida’s move to ban fluoride mean for public health?
As a Florida bill banning fluoride awaits Gov. Ron DeSantis’ approval, oral health advocates warn the move signifies a major ...
1 person died, 10 injured after a boat ‘shattered the whole back’ of a ferry in Florida
A ferry ushering families from a popular sand sculpting competition in Florida was struck by a recreational boat Sunday ...
Ex-deputy slips note to teller saying she has a gun, then robs bank, FL cops say
Footage shared by the police department showed Thagard surrendering to law enforcement when cops came up behind her car at a ...
So many Florida locals recommended I visit 30A. After one trip, I agree it's one of the best destinations in the state.
Florida locals swear 30A is the best gem to visit in the state. Here's why I agree after one visit to spots such as Rosemary ...
A legislative session like no other: Key issues that didn't go in Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' favor
For six years, Gov. Ron DeSantis had a firm grasp on Florida's legislature. In his second-to-last legislative session, that ...
Florida lawmakers left Tallahassee without a budget deal. Here’s what happens next
Lawmakers, who will not be in Tallahassee next week, need to pass a budget before the start of the fiscal year. Also, ...
Did you know? There is a bear 'Self-Defense Act' in Florida. What to know
The act provides an exemption from penalties for killing bears without permits or authorization under certain circumstances.
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Florida’s new ballot initiative law faces legal challenge from Medicaid expansion group
A new Florida law imposing tougher restrictions on citizen-led ballot initiatives is now the subject of a federal lawsuit.
How a Florida driver reacts to seeing a border patrol car could get them pulled over, feds say
Glancing at a Border Patrol car the “wrong” way might now be enough to get your license plate scanned—and possibly land you ...