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Scientists fear what’s next for public health if RFK Jr. is allowed to ‘go wild’
Scientists express concerns over public health as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is nominated for Secretary of Health and Human Services by Donald Trump. Criti...
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How Donald Trump is making America Florida
Florida is becoming increasingly influential in U.S. politics, particularly under President Donald Trump's administration, where key positions are fil...
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State, local leaders talk rebuilding on Pinellas beaches after hurricanes
State and local officials in Pinellas County are discussing beach renourishment efforts following the damage caused by hurricanes Helene and Milton. T...
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Is Matt Gaetz ‘an accomplished attorney’? A closer look at his record as a lawye...
The article critically examines Rep. Matt Gaetz's qualifications as an attorney following his nomination by President-elect Donald Trump for attorney ...
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‘Allegations of sex parties and drugs’: Florida Christian conservative lawyer sl...
Allegations of sex parties and drug use have emerged against Matt Gaetz, the U.S. attorney general nominee, prompting criticism from Mat Staver, a pro...
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Tampa Bay gets 2 doses of good weather news with Sara forecast, cooler air
The Tampa Bay area received positive weather updates as Tropical Storm Sara's threat diminished and a cold front brought cooler air, ending weeks of h...
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Pasco County commissioners confirm Ryan Guynn as new fire chief
Pasco County commissioners have confirmed Ryan Guynn as the new fire chief, following his successful interim leadership during two major hurricanes. G...
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Florida ‘Monkey Whisperer’ indicted — again — on animal trafficking charges
Jimmy Wayne Hammonds, known as the "Monkey Whisperer," has been indicted on animal trafficking charges for allegedly selling two common marmosets, a p...
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Head found on Key Biscayne belonged to teen who went missing off Miami Beach, po...
The human head discovered on a Key Biscayne beach has been identified as belonging to 19-year-old Victor Enrique Castaneda Jr., who went missing after...
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Trump picks Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Florida Senator Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State, marking a significant promotion for the senior senat...
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Rep. Matt Gaetz resigns from Congress after Donald Trump nominates him for Attor...
Florida Representative Matt Gaetz has resigned from Congress following President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of him for Attorney General. The resi...
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Florida’s Attorney General sues FEMA officials amid accusations they discriminat...
Florida’s Attorney General Ashley Moody has filed a lawsuit against FEMA officials, alleging discrimination against hurricane victims who support Dona...
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Fugitive accused of battering a federal agent may be in Hernando County
Law enforcement in Hernando County is actively searching for a fugitive accused of assaulting a federal agent. The ongoing investigation highlights si...
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Ridge Manor is still feeling effects of Withlacoochee River flooding from Milton
Ridge Manor continues to grapple with the aftermath of catastrophic flooding caused by Hurricane Milton, as detailed by the Southwest Florida Water Ma...
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Man faces manslaughter charge after deadly shooting in Zephyrhills neighborhood
A man has been charged with manslaughter following a deadly shooting in a Zephyrhills neighborhood, according to the local police department. The inci...
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Victim robbed at gunpoint after attending friend’s memorial at a Polk County par...
A memorial service in Polk County turned violent when a victim was robbed at gunpoint, leading to the arrest of four suspects. The incident has raised...
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City of Winter Haven to stop adding higher fluoride levels to water supply
The City of Winter Haven will cease adding higher levels of fluoride to its water supply, a decision that could significantly impact local health and ...
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Home health care nurse turned personal assistant steals $140K from Polk County b...
A Winter Haven woman has been arrested for allegedly stealing over $140,000 from a blind man she was employed to care for as a home health nurse and p...
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Salvation Army of Manatee County takes a dive to kick off Red Kettle campaign
The Salvation Army of Manatee County launched its Red Kettle campaign with an engaging public event that included local volunteers and community leade...
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Suspected romance scammer swindles $100K from Bradenton widower: Police
A widower from Bradenton fell victim to a suspected romance scammer, losing $100,000 to a man posing as a woman from the UK. The scam involved a fabri...