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www.npr.org
1 month ago
Law

A federal judge says migrants can sue the company that flew them to Martha's Vineyard

Migrants flown to Martha's Vineyard in 2022 can proceed with a lawsuit against the Florida company.
Claims against Gov. Ron DeSantis and other officials dismissed, but may be revisited in the future. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Florida's budget has $1.8 billion for Miami-Dade projects. Where will the money go?

Florida budget allocates $1.8 billion to Miami-Dade County projects pending governor's veto decisions
Detailed report reveals $117 billion spending plan for the 2024-25 fiscal year in Florida [ more ]
Truthout
2 months ago
Education

Florida Officials Cut Sociology as Core College Class in War on Critical Thought

Sociology offers a comprehensive perspective on social issues, which may challenge conservative ideologies.
Academic freedom, tenure, and shared governance in Florida's public colleges are under threat, impacting higher education. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
Social media marketing

Florida House passes legislation that would ban kids under 16 from having some social media accounts

The Florida House passed legislation restricting social media for minors. The bill requires age verification, bans under-16 accounts, and gives parents a role in supervision and opt-in decisions. [ more ]
The New Republic
3 months ago
Books

Ron DeSantis Finally Admits War on Books Has Been a Total Disaster

Governor Ron DeSantis supports limiting book bans in schools
DeSantis blames activists on both the left and right for hijacking the banning process [ more ]
Sun Sentinel
3 months ago
Miami

Spring Breakers beware: Florida won't tolerate chaos of recent years, DeSantis says

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is determined to prevent chaos and violence during Spring Break in Florida
Local authorities in Miami Beach and Fort Lauderdale are working with state and federal partners to ensure a safe and controlled environment during the busy Spring Break period [ more ]
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Washington Post
5 months ago
Social justice

'We're on the side of righteousness'

Florida passed a landmark measure requiring the teaching of Black history in public schools nearly three decades ago.
Governor Ron DeSantis has made significant changes to how Black history is taught in the state, including prohibiting lessons that may make students feel guilty. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
US politics

Ron DeSantis Assailed the Florida State Playoff Snub. Will He Do It at Alabama?

Florida State Seminoles were left out of the College Football Playoff selection, causing outrage and conspiracy theories
Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida expressed his outrage and proposed allocating $1 million for potential litigation expenses [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
New York City

DeSantis Takes Fight for Second Place to Nikki Haley's Home State

Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida is campaigning in South Carolina, challenging rival Nikki Haley in the Republican primary.
DeSantis is positioning himself as the most viable alternative to former President Donald J. Trump. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
US Elections

DeSantis-Newsom Debate: A Campaign Sideshow in the Spotlight

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and California Governor Gavin Newsom will participate in a nationally televised debate.
DeSantis aims to boost his presidential campaign while Newsom hopes to support President Joe Biden.
Both governors have aspirations for future presidential runs. [ more ]
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