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Fees Proposed in Florida School Book Challenges
Amid widespread controversy about removing books from school shelves, the Florida House is moving forward with a bill that could lead to fees for people who challenge numerous library books or learning materials. Read More.
Car crashes into light pole near school after suspects commit armed robbery
Two men are in custody after an armed robbery led to one of the suspects running onto the property of a West Palm Beach elementary school. Read More.
Florida Attorney General Warns of New Designer Drug Known as ‘Fake Xanax’
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is warning Floridians about a rise in deaths nationwide from Bromazolam, a potent benzodiazepine. Read More.
Ron DeSantis drops out of 2024 race, endorses Donald Trump for president
Gov. Ron DeSantis suspended his 2024 campaign Sunday and endorsed former President Donald Trump, saying it's clear that a "majority" of the Republican base still supports him. Read More.
Ousted Florida Republican chair cleared of rape allegation, but police seek video voyeurism charge
Police cleared the ousted chair of the Florida Republican Party of rape allegations on Friday, but said they have asked prosecutors to charge him with illegally video recording the sexual encounter he had with a female acquaintance. Read More.
Biden finally admits southern border ISN'T secure despite Homeland Security Chief Alejandro Mayorkas insisting it was
Joe Biden on Friday admitted that the U.S.-Mexico border is not secure - despite his Homeland Security Secretary insisting it was - and demanded Congress act to prevent further influxes. Read More.
Zuckerberg asked to testify: Meta platforms used in over half of FL human trafficking cases
Over half of reported instances of human trafficking in Florida since 2019 involved Meta platforms, according to a recent survey by the Florida attorney general. Read More.
House panel advances ‘good dad bill’ giving fathers clearer paths to parental rights
‘It’s really hard to look that dad in the face and say, “I’m sorry. There’s nothing I can do to help you. Our law does not provide for your situation.”’ Read More.
STUDY: Poor water quality could cost Southwest Florida billions of dollars
Red tide impact constant and costly. Read More.
Florida bans DEI programs at public colleges
The Florida State Board of Education created a new rule Wednesday to bar member schools of the Florida College System from spending taxpayer dollars on “diversity, equity and inclusion” programs. Read More.
Tequesta political candidate says she stabbed relatives because they were 'the devil,' arrest report states
Police say Julie Mitchell, running for Village of Tequesta Council, told them 'Satan lived in her home' Read More.
Florida's State Board of Education passes rule to 'permanently prohibit' DEI at public colleges
Department of Education says decision will 'ensure that taxpayer funds can no longer be used to promote DEI' Read More.
Robert Weinroth Announced He’s Running for Congress
Highly visible in Boca at events from Chamber breakfasts to fundraisers, former Palm Beach County mayor Robert (Bob) Weinroth just announced he’s running for the 23rd District U.S. Congressional seat as a Republican. Read More.
Feds asked banks to search customer data for ‘Trump,’ ‘MAGA’ references after Capitol riot: Rep. Jim Jordan
Federal investigators asked financial institutions to use search terms such as “TRUMP” and “MAGA” when combing over customer data in the aftermath of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) revealed Wednesday. Read More.
Palm Beach County Republicans in turmoil as chairman faces a ‘no-confidence’ vote
A deep fissure within the Palm Beach County Republican Party is leading to questions about its ability to mobilize voters and help its candidates in the 2024 elections, two years after it won several midterm victories. Read More.
