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#immigration
fromPoynter
1 week ago
US politics

DeSantis said everyone at 'Alligator Alcatraz' has a deportation order. Lawyers say that's false. - Poynter

US politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

US Universities Are Deepening Their Ties With ICE and Border Patrol

Florida's educational landscape is changing due to legislation impacting academic freedom and immigration enforcement.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Inmate Describes Alligator Alcatraz' as A Type of Torture'

Detainees at a Florida immigration detention center describe severe mistreatment, overcrowding, and abysmal living conditions.
fromPoynter
1 week ago
US politics

DeSantis said everyone at 'Alligator Alcatraz' has a deportation order. Lawyers say that's false. - Poynter

#retirement
fromSFGATE
5 hours ago
SF real estate

4.8 Million Retirees in Florida Qualify For The 'Senior Deduction' Under Big, Beautiful Bill

Florida's retirees will experience significant financial gains starting in 2026 due to a new senior deduction exempting Social Security benefits from federal income tax.
fromTravel + Leisure
3 days ago
Retirement

This Charming Lakefront Florida City Was Just Named the Fastest-growing Retirement Community in the U.S.

The U.S. is witnessing a retirement surge with over 11,000 adults turning 65 daily, creating a significant movement towards booming retirement towns.
fromSFGATE
5 hours ago
SF real estate

4.8 Million Retirees in Florida Qualify For The 'Senior Deduction' Under Big, Beautiful Bill

#migrant-detention
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago
US politics

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

fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago
US politics

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

US politics
fromABC11 Raleigh-Durham
19 hours ago

Prosecutors clear Florida deputy in arrest of a Black man punched and dragged from his car

Prosecutors will take no further action against a Florida sheriff's deputy after determining his actions did not constitute a crime during a traffic stop.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
11 hours ago

Elvis Presley Loved To Order Hot Dogs At This Florida Restaurant - Tasting Table

Elvis Presley frequented the Coney Island Drive-Inn in Florida, enjoying hot dogs and fast food.
fromFortune
1 day ago

Florida allows first black bear hunt in a decade

The first black bear hunt in Florida in a decade will occur in December despite strong opposition.
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago

The most expensive neighborhood in the US isn't where you think

Gables Estates in Miami is the most expensive neighborhood in the US, according to Zillow.
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Rare and secretive creatures not seen in 33 years are spotted

A rare many-lined salamander was rediscovered in Florida after being unseen for over 30 years.
fromABC7 Chicago
5 days ago

Body found in pond near where missing North Carolina 18-year-old was last seen in Florida: sheriff

"Normally in these kinds of investigations, you have somebody disappears, you have no leads, you don't know who was with them last, you don't know where they were last, and you're kind of starting from scratch."
US news
#real-estate
fromSFGATE
6 days ago
NYC real estate

Bethenny Frankel Reveals East Coast's Newest Hot Spots: 5 Key Takeaways

fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago
LA real estate

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

fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
LA real estate

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

Oceanfront mansion in Florida is listed for $16 million after being purchased for $2.5 million in 2013.
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago
Canada news

When it comes to seeking a South Florida home, Canadians are losing interest

Fewer Canadians are seeking homes in Florida, with significant drops in Miami, Orlando, and Fort Lauderdale.
fromSFGATE
6 days ago
NYC real estate

Bethenny Frankel Reveals East Coast's Newest Hot Spots: 5 Key Takeaways

fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago
LA real estate

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

fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
LA real estate

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

fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

DeSantis Is Ready to Join Trump's Midterms Power Grab

Ron DeSantis employs aggressive gerrymandering tactics to secure GOP congressional seats in Florida, seeking to redraw maps ahead of anticipated electoral shifts.
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago

Man accused of trying to drown son's wife in will row 'was in a relationship with her'

A family source revealed that Mr Gibbon and his son no longer speak, and last year Mr Gibbon Jr was jailed for trying to drive a car at his estranged father.
Relationships
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

EXCLUSIVE: Bethenny Frankel Reveals the Areas Set To Overtake the Hamptons as the East Coast's Most Exclusive Hot Spots

Bethenny Frankel predicts a shift towards smaller towns as the Hamptons face overcrowding and loss of exclusivity.
fromSun Sentinel
1 week ago

Book review: 'Florida Palms' shows a fascinating part of the Sunshine State

In "Florida Palms," the story captures a gritty side of Central Florida, a region shaped by the aerospace industry but now facing economic decline.
Books
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Coastal Town Was Just Named the Wealthiest Suburb in Florida

According to the findings, wealth is really concentrated in the state, with Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Pompano Beach being home to 50 percent of Florida's wealthiest suburbs.
Miami
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

British man accused of trying to drown daughter-in-law in pool in Florida

A British man was charged with attempted murder for trying to drown his daughter-in-law during a holiday dispute in Florida.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Florida AG Declares War On Law Firms Over DEI - Above the Law

The Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier will not hire law firms with any diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) or environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policies.
US politics
fromIndieWire
1 week ago

'Boys Go to Jupiter' Fulfills the Radical Creative Promise of the Internet

"Flow winning an Oscar for Best Animated Film has been celebrated for its use of the free-to-download software Blender, which enabled the film's Latvian animation team to craft a lush, human-free world of staggering beauty and rising water."
Film
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Florida's Latest Death Penalty Innovation Is Absolutely Horrifying

Florida's new execution law allows unprecedented flexibility in execution methods, raising concerns about the potential for inhumane practices.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Sydney Sweeney's Republican voter registration revealed amid jeans ad controversy

Sydney Sweeney registered as a Republican voter in Florida shortly before the 2024 presidential election.
fromMiami Herald
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks ago

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

Hulk Hogan has died at the age of 71, WWE confirmed.
Miami
fromSun Sentinel
3 weeks ago

Florida budget cuts threaten Tri-Rail's future

Tri-Rail faces a critical funding crisis that threatens its operation, requiring urgent state support to prevent shutdown.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Report Says Florida Immigration Prisons Are Violating Human Rights Standards

The report documents conditions for detained immigrants at Florida's Krome North Service Processing Center, Broward Transitional Center, and Federal Detention Center, alleging flagrant violations of international human rights.
Social justice
fromFlorida News
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
4 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 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.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

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.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month 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.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

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

New Florida law aims to relieve financial pressure on condo owners and improve transparency and flexibility in governing associations.
fromSun Sentinel
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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.
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