Number of Americans applying for jobless claims remains historically low
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits was unchanged last week and remains historically low as the labor market continues to show resiliency in the face of high interest rates and elevated inflation.
Florida’s 6-week abortion ban goes into effect May 1. Here’s what it means
Florida abortion providers and activists are girding for a law that will take effect Wednesday and prevent abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, severely limiting access to abortion for women in the state and across the Southeast.
‘Take the boat and jail them:’ Outrage over video showing boaters dumping trash off Florida coast
State law enforcement officials are investigating after a group of young boaters were caught on camera dumping trash right into the ocean in the waters off South Florida over the weekend — and then celebrating what they did.
Former FDLE official says DeSantis airplane records ‘should be disclosed’
A former official with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement believes records related to Governor Ron DeSantis’ past airplane trips should be disclosed to the public despite a recent state law prohibiting the release of certain gubernatorial travel and security records.
Central Florida couple falls victim to ‘puppies for sale’ scheme
When Jo and Jerry Hatley‘s dog passed away, they wanted to fill the void with a new puppy. As luck would have it, the couple found two puppies offered on Facebook, yet the ensuing 4-hour drive to pick them up would only end in heartbreak.
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Artists from Universal Music Group are heading back to TikTok as new licensing deal reached
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Kyiv's forces are up against a concerted Russian push in eastern Ukraine, a military official says
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EU announces 1 billion euros in aid for Lebanon amid a surge in irregular migration
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🍝 Recently opened restaurants in the Orlando area
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Georgia parliament cancels session after building damaged during huge protests
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Cambodia's Defense Ministry says explosion at military base that killed 20 soldiers was an accident
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