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Early voting has started for FL’s presidential primary election — but only GOP will be voting
Florida’s presidential primary preference election takes place next week —- though Democrats won’t be voting — and early voting for the March 19 contest began over the weekend throughout the state. Read More.
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More than 20 progressive groups form a coalition to counter pro-Israel groups before the election
Facing a barrage of super PAC money, more than 20 progressive groups are coming together to forcefully counter pro-Israel groups’ efforts to primary challenge liberal members who've been critics of Israel's blistering military offensive in Gaza. Read More.
FBI director warns of ‘very dangerous threats’ at border, smuggling network with 'ISIS ties'
FBI Director Christopher Wray on Monday warned of a "wide array" of dangerous threats coming from the U.S. border, including drug trafficking, violent gangs and smugglers with ties to ISIS. Read More.
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‘I don’t feel safe anymore’: Homestead man tried to abduct 13-year-old girl, police say
A 43-year-old Homestead man is facing a felony charge after he attempted to snatch a teenager while she was walking her dog, according to police. Read More.
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Sexual orientation, gender ID can be talked about in Florida classrooms under lawsuit settlement
Students and teachers will be able to speak freely about sexual orientation and gender identity in Florida classrooms, provided it’s not part of instruction, under a settlement reached Monday between Florida education officials and civil rights attorneys who had challenged a state law which critics dubbed “Don’t Say Gay.” Read More.
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Florida receives strong January jobs report, hospitality grows in face of E-Verify law
Florida received another strong economic report for January 2024, doubling the national private sector growth rate and remaining below the national unemployment rate for the 39th straight month. Read More.
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5 Florida districts made 250 'most-envied schools' list, but none were in the Top 30
In "most-envied schools in US" study, 5 Florida school districts made the cut, with Miami-Dade coming highest at No. 36. The list caps at 250 schools. Read More.
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Neighborhood crime watch volunteer, 9-year-old son witness murder in Fort Lauderdale
Jason Fogelman leads a neighborhood watch at Fort Lauderdale’s Coral Ridge Isles. He said has had an eye on a house for rent on Airbnb, and he and his 9-year-old son witnessed a murder there on Saturday. Read More.
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130-plus called for teacher's suspension over pro-Palestine post. What did schools decide?
The Palm Beach County elementary teacher asked school district leaders to 'publicly recognize the Palestinian community' in their communications about the Israel-Hamas war. Read More.
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Poll Shows Gov. DeSantis Top Choice For Trump VP Pick
The next big thing Republicans are looking forward to is who Trump will pick as his next Vice Presidential running mate. Read More.
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Jan 6 committee allegedly suppressed testimony showing Trump admin pushed for National Guard presence: report
The Jan. 6 congressional committee allegedly falsely claimed it did not have evidence that showed former President Trump’s administration requested National Guard assistance, according to a report detailing a "hidden transcript" that was recently released. Read More.
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Mainstream Media Ignores Details Of Illegals Arrested In Major Florida Bust
Last week, when Polk County law enforcement arrested 228 people in connection with a human trafficking bust, the media did mention that 21 of that 228 arrested were in the country illegally but failed to mention the details of their involvement. Read More.
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Concerns over rising prostitution issue in West Palm Beach's north end
West Palm Beach Police say they're responding to more calls from people who live in the city's north end about prostitution. Read More.
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PEN America warns Florida will get sued over youth social media ban
'We urge the Governor to veto the bill and steer clear of further censoring speech in our state.' Read More.
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Florida lawmakers pass Citizens Insurance changes
Continuing efforts to shrink the state's Citizens Property Insurance Corp., the Florida House on Thursday gave final approval to a bill that could lead to at least some second homes moving from Citizens into the private insurance market. Read More.

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