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FL’s educator preparation programs may not teach ‘identity politics’ or distort historical events
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law Thursday a measure restricting curricula for educator preparation programs and courses, essentially removing theories regarding systemic racism, sexism, oppression and privilege. Read More.
Fugitive accused of kidnapping baby is back behind bars in Broward
A woman who was accused of kidnapping an 8-month-old baby girl named Amelia and fleeing after her release on bail was back behind bars on Sunday at the North Broward Bureau in Pompano Beach, records show. Read More.
Bomb threat emailed to nearly two dozen Jewish sites in NYC as disturbing text revealed: sources
Authorities are investigating a disturbing bomb threat emailed to more than two dozen synagogues and Jewish institutions in the Big Apple — and to temples upstate and on Long Island. Read More.
Florida Senator Joins Pro-Israel Rally at George Washington University
Florida Senator Rick Scott recently visited George Washington University to take part in their Israel solidarity event and voice his Pro-Israel stance. Read More.
Hurricane Preparedness Week kicks off: Know your risk from wind and water
It’s Hurricane Preparedness Week here on CBS 12 News. Each day this week the CBS 12 StormTrac Weather Team will cover ways you can prepare your home and family for the upcoming season. Read More.
Biden administration puts hold on US ammunition shipment to Israel: report
The Biden administration has reportedly put a hold on a shipment of ammunition to Israel, sparking concerns within the Israeli government. Read More.
These illegal immigrants are eligible for Obamacare after Biden rule change
Over 100,000 illegal immigrants protected by an Obama-era executive order will soon be able to obtain health care coverage under the Affordable Care Act, officials said Friday. Read More.
Venezuelan man arrested for human trafficking operation in East Baton Rouge
According to East Baton Rouge Parish deputies, 23-year-old Allbert Machado is accused of making two women have sex with different men for money in Baton Rouge. Read More.
Florida’s largest metro areas pounded by sluggish housing market in April
The First Coast saw the most dramatic drop in housing sales, falling by more than 30% in the past year. Read More.
Palm Beach County teacher 'humbled' by nomination for worldwide award
A Palm Beach County educator is in the running for an award that involves teachers who were nominated across the world. Read More.
Reported antisemitic incidents up 140% in 2023, shattering records
In part due to the unleashing of Jew-hatred in the aftermath of Hamas’s Oct. 7 massacre, antisemitism in the United States spiked by a record 140%, according to figures released by the Anti-Defamation League on Tuesday. Read More.
Federal report finds tens of thousands of illegally trafficked guns
Guns from unlicensed dealers made up 54% of the illegally trafficked firearms in the U.S. between 2017 and 2021, Justice Department officials said. Read More.
New Poll Shows Many Voters Think New Civil War Is Likely By 2029
Political polarization continues to surface in data from major pollsters across the country. The latest example comes from Rasmussen Reports’ most recent national survey. Read More.
Why some lawmakers from Florida voted against a campus antisemitism bill
On Wednesday, the U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly voted to pass a bill that would change the definition of antisemitism in federal discrimination law. Read More.
Suspected migrants run off after arriving on boat at Hollywood Beach: Police
Police and Border Patrol agents were spotted at Hollywood Beach on Saturday morning, following a suspected migrant landing. Read More.
