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US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

No playing Spanish-language music: Many immigrants say they have new rules for driving

Immigrants in Florida face heightened fear due to law allowing detainment based on immigration status during traffic stops.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

First complaints arise about conditions at Alligator Alcatraz: No water to wash and just sandwiches for meals

Alligator Alcatraz detention center faces criticism over poor conditions, lack of oversight, and quick setup in an ecological reserve.
#real-estate
fromSFGATE
5 days ago
LA real estate

Ryan Serhant Brings 'Exceptional' $65 Million Megamansion to Market in Billionaire-Loved Playground of Manalapan

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
LA real estate

Former Goldman Sachs Executive Lists His 'Masterfully Designed' Vero Beach Estate for $16 Million

fromSFGATE
5 days ago
LA real estate

Ryan Serhant Brings 'Exceptional' $65 Million Megamansion to Market in Billionaire-Loved Playground of Manalapan

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
LA real estate

Former Goldman Sachs Executive Lists His 'Masterfully Designed' Vero Beach Estate for $16 Million

fromMiami Herald
5 days ago

Troopers, wildlife officers save alligator crawling on busy Florida Turnpike

Authorities rescued a 9-foot alligator causing traffic on Florida's Turnpike during morning rush hour.
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

Miami Homeowners Will Benefit The Most From The New SALT Deduction Changes In Florida

"Residents of high-tax states suffered the most with the previous cap on state and local taxes, because their taxes far exceeded the cap, they were not able to deduct the full amount like residents in low-tax states."
Real estate
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

I've lived in Florida for over 25 years. Skip the major cities and spend time in these 5 gorgeous state parks instead.

Honeymoon Island State Park offers over four miles of pristine beach ideal for wildlife sightings and shelling, giving a quieter alternative to developed beaches.
Travel
fromsilive
5 days ago

Man, 20, charged in alleged N.J. drag-race horror has prior gun, drug arrest on Staten Island

Alvi Limani, a 20-year-old Staten Island man, has been charged in a fatal hit-and-run crash in New Jersey, marking another incident amid his troubled past.
US news
US politics
fromSun Sentinel
6 days ago

Florida Republicans love Alligator Alcatraz, many not bothered if legal residents are mistakenly deported

65% of Florida Republicans have a favorable view of the Alligator Alcatraz migrant detention center.
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Who Ratted? Chuck E. Cheese Gets Dragged Out of Florida Pizzeria in Cuffs

A Chuck E. Cheese employee in Tallahassee, Florida, dressed as Chuck E. Cheese was arrested on multiple credit card felonies, including identity theft and fraudulent use of a credit card.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Hulk Hogan: US wrestling legend dies at 71 DW 07/24/2025

Hulk Hogan has died at the age of 71, WWE confirmed.
#transportation
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

Boomers Are Sitting on Nearly $19 Trillion in Real Estate-Here's Where They Hold the Most Housing Wealth

Baby boomers hold $18 trillion to $19 trillion in U.S. real estate, nearing half of the nation's wealth.
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Woman unearths massive tooth from terrifying prehistoric creature

'There is no way, I just found, please be whole, oh my God!' This emotional response captures the excitement of discovering such an extraordinary fossil.
Science
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Florida Spot Was Just Named the Best U.S. Beach Town by Vrbo-Thanks to Its Turquoise Waters, White Sand, and Charming Coastal Communities

30A is a collection of beach towns known for its scenic highway, picturesque towns, and distinct personalities. It offers white sand beaches and turquoise waters.
Travel
#immigrant-detention
fromTruthout
1 week ago
Social justice

Report Says Florida Immigration Prisons Are Violating Human Rights Standards

Detained immigrants in Florida face severe mistreatment and overcrowded conditions, which violate international human rights standards.
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago
Miami food

What if a hurricane hits 'Alligator Alcatraz'? Florida drawing up evacuation plan

Florida plans to open an immigrant detention center in the Everglades amid hurricane season, raising safety concerns for detainees.
fromTruthout
1 week ago
Social justice

Report Says Florida Immigration Prisons Are Violating Human Rights Standards

fromFlorida News
1 week ago

Cuomo Jokes About Moving To Florida If He Loses NYC Mayoral Race | NewsRadio WFLA | Florida News

Cuomo remarked at a fundraiser, "It's all or nothing: We either win, or even I will move to Florida; God forbid," prompting laughter from attendees.
New York City
US news
fromDatabreaches
1 week ago

Michigan 'ATM jackpotting': Florida men allegedly forced machines to dispense $107K

Two Florida men face federal charges for burglarizing ATMs across Michigan, stealing over $100,000.
#gas-prices
fromABA Journal
2 weeks ago

Florida lawyer suspended after conviction for embezzlement while a paralegal

Amaris Marie Delapena, a Florida lawyer, has been suspended after being convicted of 15 counts of wire fraud and 22 counts of bank fraud, amounting to over $193,000 in embezzlement.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Execution date set for man who abducted woman from a Florida insurance office and killed her

Kayle Bates, convicted of first-degree murder and other charges, is scheduled for execution on August 19 in connection with the 1982 murder of Janet White.
US politics
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

This Sun Belt State Boasts the Best Cities for First-Time Homebuyers

Florida offers several cities that are ideal for first-time homebuyers seeking affordability in the housing market.
Miscellaneous
fromTelecompetitor
1 week ago

Blue Owl Capital Acquires Florida Network Provider South Reach Networks

Blue Owl Capital's Digital Infrastructure fund has acquired South Reach Networks, a Florida-based fiber infrastructure provider.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

Why You're Drinking Florida Oranges But Eating California's - Tasting Table

Florida's orange production is in decline due to disease and hurricanes, shifting industry dominance back to California.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

I stayed at a Florida Gilded Age hotel loved by the Vanderbilts, DuPonts, and Fords. It felt like traveling back in time.

The hotel was constructed as a way to attract visitors to the Tampa Bay area, where Plant had expanded a railroad system. Visitors to the hotel arrived directly by rail and could disembark the train and immediately check into the resort once nicknamed the "White Queen on the Gulf."
Travel
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

The Shame of "Alligator Alcatraz"

Florida's new immigrant-detention facility, 'Alligator Alcatraz,' exemplifies mass racial profiling and state-driven immigration enforcement policies.
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Florida: SCOTUS ruling allows us to deny trans adults health care

The Supreme Court ruling allows other states to consider denying gender-affirming care coverage, impacting healthcare decisions for transgender individuals.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

The 100 Largest Law Firms In Florida (2024) - Above the Law

Florida law firms ranked by size and financial performance indicate growth in attorney headcount and revenue.
fromTelecompetitor
2 weeks ago

Tillman/T-Mobile Fiber Network Live in Four Florida Communities

Tillman Fiber Co. launched gigabit speed broadband in Northport, Kissimmee, and Deltona, Florida, in partnership with T-Mobile.
US politics
fromSun Sentinel
2 weeks ago

He beat and terrorized the women he said he loved. Florida's justice system nearly failed them.

Scott Matalon attended a divorce hearing in Zoom while his girlfriend suffered serious injuries from his attack, exposing flaws in the domestic violence response.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

International homebuyers returned to the US in droves

The median price of homes bought by international buyers climbed to a record $494,400, a 4.1% rise from the prior year, amidst increased international interest in U.S. real estate.
Real estate
#hurricanes
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

Florida's undocumented immigrants afraid to enter hurricane shelters due to ICE fears

Florida faces significant hurricane risks; undocumented immigrants fear seeking shelter due to anti-immigrant policies.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
Miami food

Cities Hit With the Most Hurricanes Category 3 or Higher

Tropical Storm Andrea formed but is expected to dissipate quickly, while NOAA predicts an above-normal hurricane season for 2025.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Lawmakers visit Alligator Alcatraz' after being blocked

Florida's Everglades immigration detention center is criticized by Democrats for poor conditions and defended by Republicans as safe and clean.
#migrant-detention
fromSun Sentinel
2 weeks ago
US politics

Florida Democrats describe 'appalling' conditions after Alligator Alcatraz tour; Republicans say it's 'very well run'

US politics
fromMiami Herald
4 weeks ago

Alligator Alcatraz opened Tuesday ready for a hurricane - but not a summer shower

Heavy rain flooded the newly opened migrant detention center, Alligator Alcatraz, despite assurances it could withstand hurricane winds.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Trump plans to visit Florida's new migrant detention center, 'Alligator Alcatraz'

President Trump will visit a new migrant detention center in Florida, nicknamed 'Alligator Alcatraz,' designed for quick deportation processes.
fromSun Sentinel
2 weeks ago
US politics

Florida Democrats describe 'appalling' conditions after Alligator Alcatraz tour; Republicans say it's 'very well run'

Real estate
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Only 12 U.S. States Require HOAs To Maintain Cash Reserve Plans: What Owners Should Know

Aging properties, stricter laws, and rising fees are causing a condo crisis in Florida.
fromSun Sentinel
2 weeks ago

Brightline tells bondholders it will be late on interest payment, report says

Brightline will delay interest payment to investors on tax-exempt bonds, planning to cover it through operating cash or new financing.
fromMiami Herald
2 weeks ago

One person injured in a shooting involving police officer in Aventura, cops say

One person is in critical condition after a shooting involving an Aventura police officer.
US politics
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

Highway ads against 'Alligator Alcatraz' went dark for a day. Who is to blame?

Digital billboards opposing Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' were removed then reinstated amid a disputed complaint from a state official.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Florida made it much harder for highly-paid workers to swap jobs, thanks to Ken Griffin

Florida has enacted a law allowing non-compete agreements for up to four years, targeting high earners and those with access to confidential information.
fromHeybike
3 weeks ago

Top 5 Summer Destinations for RV Full-Timers

California offers numerous outdoor locations ideal for RV camping, including Camp Edison, surrounded by pine forests and featuring 252 campsites with onsite electricity.
Travel
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

Alligator Alcatraz has opened in the Florida Everglades. Here are some takeaways

Shortly after President Donald Trump left the brand new detention facility to hold immigrants in the middle of the Everglades, a garden-variety South Florida summer rainstorm started.
Miami
#condominium-reform
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Real estate

What Florida Condo Owners Need To Know as Reform Bill Takes Effect on July 1

fromSFGATE
1 month ago
SF real estate

Florida Condo Owners Empowered by Gov. DeSantis in New Law That Takes on HOA Fees

fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Real estate

What Florida Condo Owners Need To Know as Reform Bill Takes Effect on July 1

fromSFGATE
1 month ago
SF real estate

Florida Condo Owners Empowered by Gov. DeSantis in New Law That Takes on HOA Fees

fromSun Sentinel
3 weeks ago

Doctor accused of killing young daughter and faking a drowning at South Florida rental home

The records do not list an attorney for Gupta who could be reached for comment on her behalf.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Florida judge dismisses case against trans woman jailed for using restroom at state capitol

A Florida judge dismissed a trespassing case against a trans woman who protested a law by using a women's restroom in the Capitol.
Social justice
fromSun Sentinel
3 weeks ago

Two charged with sex trafficking 19-year-old woman in hotels across South Florida

A man and a woman were arrested for sex trafficking a 19-year-old woman in South Florida.
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

This U.S. State Is a Retirement Haven but Was Just Named the Worst State for Aging in Place

Many seniors prefer to age in place at home rather than moving to assisted living facilities.
Utah is ranked as the best state in the U.S. for aging in place while Florida ranks last.
75% of older Americans express a desire to remain in their homes.
US politics
fromFox Business
4 weeks ago

DeSantis says Florida may need 'entry tax' as socialist NYC mayoral candidate threatens exodus

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis anticipates an influx of New Yorkers moving to Florida due to the radical policies of mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.
fromsfist.com
4 weeks ago

Three Bay Area Men In Michael Myers Masks Allegedly Went to Florida to Steal Apple Products, Now Face Federal Charges

The attempted robbery occurred on Friday just after 10:45 am, at an industrial park in Sweetwater, Florida, involving a confrontation with employees outside.
Apple
#trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

That Son of a B*tch': Trump Points to New Cages In Florida For Migrants And Says Biden Wanted Me In Here'

Donald Trump toured a migrant detention center in Florida and jokingly claimed Joe Biden wanted to put him in similar conditions.
Public health
fromCornell Chronicle
4 weeks ago

How mosquito control could exacerbate public health disparities | Cornell Chronicle

Special districts for mosquito control in Florida are better funded and equipped than county programs, contributing to service inequities.
fromSFGATE
4 weeks ago

Terrifying Moment Tornado Lifts Home Up-With Woman Still Inside

A Florida woman captures the moment a tornado uprooted a neighbor's house, highlighting the devastating power of such storms.
fromMiami Herald
4 weeks ago

Why did a Miami plastic surgery center get suspended? Illegal liposuction

Florida's regulations limit the amount of fat that can be removed during liposuction, and a violation led to the suspension of G-Nouva's surgery license for 15 days.
Health
fromMiami Herald
4 weeks ago

Cuban man who lived in the U.S for 60 years dies in ICE detention in Miami

A 75-year-old Cuban man died after three weeks in immigration detention, raising concerns about healthcare quality in ICE facilities.
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Trump will visit 'Alligator Alcatraz' in Everglades when it opens Tuesday, DeSantis says

President Donald Trump plans to visit a new immigration detention center in the Everglades, which is expected to open and house immigrants by Tuesday.
US politics
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Two new property insurers approved to sell in Florida. More coming, regulators say

Two new insurers are entering Florida's homeowner market to help stabilize insurance options amidst ongoing challenges.
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Here's what the new condo law requires. Is it too much to handle?

The new condo reform bill aims to enhance safety but complicates governance for condo associations.
US politics
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship may affect Florida babies in July

The Supreme Court ruling restricts birthright citizenship for Florida babies born to undocumented parents, challenging longstanding citizenship rights.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Is Alligator Alcatraz' detention centre funded by Florida hurricane money?

FEMA funds are being redirected to build a new immigration detention facility in Florida, raising concerns about disaster relief funding.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

See What Happened When A Mom Went Into Labor at her Maternity Photo Shoot

Koko Williams unexpectedly went into labor during a maternity shoot, transitioning from a photoshoot to a hospital gown in a matter of minutes.
NYC politics
fromFox News
1 month ago

DeSantis predicts Florida property values will 'skyrocket' if NYC Dem socialist nominee wins

DeSantis predicts Palm Beach property values will rise if Mamdani wins NYC mayoral race.
Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
1 month ago

Florida man and his accountant charged with stealing over $100 million from a trust fund he founded for people with special needs

Two Florida men have been indicted for allegedly stealing over $100 million from a nonprofit for people with disabilities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Man on honeymoon dies after being struck by lightning on Florida beach

In a tragic event, newlywed Jake Rosencranz, 29, was fatally struck by lightning while in shallow water at New Smyrna Beach, raising concerns about unexpected lightning dangers.
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