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How many undocumented immigrants getting hospital care in Florida? Data may surprise you
Southwest Florida hospitals provided nearly $52 million in medical care in the second half of 2023 to undocumented immigrants, according to data collected by state authorities. Read More.
Bahamian national charged for deadly human smuggling operation to Florida: DOJ
The Southern District of Florida is charging a Bahamian national for his alleged role in a human smuggling conspiracy that resulted in migrant deaths. Read More.
Florida draws New York charter school operator seeking more freedom
The big story: New York’s largest charter school operator is on its way to Florida. Read More.
Whether it’s March Madness or not, women’s elite sports is a slam dunk for Florida's economy
Interest in women’s sports has been growing. Deloitte predicts that revenue from women’s elite sports in the U.S. will surpass one billion dollars for the first time ever in 2024. Read More.
Teacher shortages are an ongoing issue in Florida
Among the many challenges post-COVID-19 is a depleted educational system. Many school districts in Florida are confronting a growing teacher shortage. Read More.
Florida deputy’s son, 10, accused of selling dead father’s gun to classmate for $300
The boy exchanged the handgun for $300 in February. The incident was discovered after ammunition was found in the backpack of the other student Wednesday. Read More.
DeSantis signs bill allowing sheriffs to remove squatters from Florida properties
The governor made the announcement during a press conference in Orlando on Wednesday. Read More.
Rick Scott meets with Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel
The Senator from Naples is standing by the embattled Israeli PM. Read More.
House committee launches antisemitism investigation into Rutgers University
The House Education and Workforce Committee launched an antisemitism investigation into Rutgers University on Wednesday, citing the school’s “failure to protect Jewish students.” Read More.
Democrats in key districts across Florida silent on DeSantis barring entry for Haitian illegals
Democrats both in key battleground State House districts, along with several other incumbent Democratic representatives, have been quiet on Gov. Ron DeSantis’ efforts to prevent more illegal immigration into Florida. Read More.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Miami mansion in chaos, ex-assistant claims women only ‘f–kable or not f–kable’ to him
The Post has learned dark-colored SUVs were coming and going from his mansion on Star Island in Miami Beach throughout the day. Read More.
A judge will weigh Florida’s restrictions on pronouns in schools
A judge will hear a request to block part of a 2023 Florida law restricting the pronouns and titles of educators in public schools. Read More.
Florida Retail Federation pushes for local spending during robust Easter shopping season
Easter presents an opportunity to buy merchandise at local stores. Read More.
Florida Dept. of Education warns school districts about use Chinese-owned tutor program
Santa Rosa County school leaders confirmed with WEAR News on Tuesday that they've canceled a deal with the online tutoring service "Tutor.com." Read More.
Suspected serial ATM burglar surfaces in Palm Beach County
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (PBSO) is asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect believed to be responsible for multiple ATM burglaries over the past year and a half. Read More.
