Environmentalists’ complaint to stop “Alligator Alcatraz” was filed in the incorrect court

American Alligator swimming in the Everglades, home of Alligator Alcatraz – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Mark_Kostich On Monday, Florida’s top emergency official petitioned a federal judge to deny environmentalists’ request to close “Alligator Alcatraz,” an immigration detention facility located in the middle of the Florida Everglades, on the grounds that their complaint was filed

Following weeks of denials, Florida lawmakers finally visit Alligator Alcatraz

Alligator Alcatraz – Pictured: Gator in the Florida Everglades — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Thierry Eidenweil Lawmakers from Florida were given their first tour of Alligator Alcatraz, a brand-new migrant detention center in the Everglades. For weeks, Democratic lawmakers had been requesting a tour of the prison after detainees complained about “inhumane” conditions. To gain entry,

According to a study, 6 percent of Florida teenagers own guns, a 65 percent rise in just 20 years

Protestors rallying for gun control and increased regulations on guns – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Heidi Besen The number of teenagers with guns has climbed, according to new research, despite growing worries about an increase in gun deaths among children. From 2002 to 2022, Florida’s adolescent general handgun carrying rate rose by 65 percent,

The National Hurricane Center is keeping an eye out for any potential tropical or subtropical developments

National Hurricane Center – Tropical Storm – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Triff Parts of the Sunshine State may experience a stormy pattern over a few days, but the National Hurricane Center is keeping an eye on an area on either side of Florida for the potential of tropical or subtropical development over the upcoming

Numerous residences along Florida’s Gulf Coast are damaged by an unexpected tornado

Waterspout Water Tornado – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by aramiu On Wednesday, an unanticipated tornado ripped through portions of Pinellas County, causing dozens of homes to sustain damage and leaving a path of devastation in communities west of Tampa. The twister that significantly damaged mobile home neighborhoods in the Pinellas Park region was caused by

An investigation by the US Marshals Service finds 60 missing children in Florida

Missing children found (not pictured) – Pictured: Law enforcement pulls over vehicle – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Michael O’Keene At a news conference on June 23, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and other officials stated that 60 “critically” missing children in the Tampa Bay area had been rescued as a consequence of a huge

Following Trump’s announcement of U.S. strikes on Iran, Florida officials increase security

Courtesy: Evan El-Amin- Shutterstock: President Donald Trump with a serious look as he delivers a speech at a campaign rally In Florida, where he has close ties, President Donald Trump’s declaration that the United States has attacked three Iranian nuclear facilities has caused a stir both domestically and internationally. On social media on Saturday night,

As celebrations continue, the Florida Panthers chip and dent the Stanley Cup

Stanley Cup Trophy — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Leonard Zhukovsky The Florida Panthers are undoubtedly having a great time celebrating their Stanley Cup win, but the trophy itself has suffered as a result. Photographs taken during the festivities revealed that the trophy’s bottom was dented and its bowl had cracked as the Panthers’ celebrations got underway.

Florida Reveals Changes to Inter-City Rail

Inter-City Rail Updates – Pictured: Brightline Train – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by EQRoy A new bill that establishes new liability and insurance regulations for one of the biggest railroads in the state of Florida was approved by the state legislature. On July 1, the Coastal Link Commuter Rail Service Act will take effect, influencing

How was Charlie Woods’ performance in the 108th Florida Amateur Championship’s opening round?

Golfing – Courtesy: Shutterstock — By sattahipbeach Woods’ previous best AJGA finish was a tie for 25th at the Junior Invitational in March at Sage Valley in South Carolina, so it was a breakthrough for him personally. He defeated elite junior players like Miles Russell of Jacksonville Beach (ranked No. 1 in the previous AJGA