Mar-a-Lago, and its owner, have caused concerns for U.S. intelligence agencies for years

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Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Resort in Palm Beach, FL – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by FloridaStock Donald Trump’s stone-walled oceanfront estate, known as the “Winter White House,” has been a source of concern for intelligence officials and national security for years. Mar-a-Lago’s sprawling guest list, clubby atmosphere, and famous proprietor combined into a “nightmare” for keeping

Florida medical board moves forward in blocking gender-affirming treatments for minors

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Transgender Flag Being Waved – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Ink Drop On Friday, Florida’s medical board voted to start the process of banning gender-affirming medical treatment for minors, a move that comes as Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis has continued to voice his opposition to such therapies. After a public hearing that lasted over three

Florida attorney general issues ‘summer scams’ warning

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Frustrated young lady lost savings as scams operation result – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by fizkes Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has released what her office calls a list of several “summer scams” that residents should steer clear of. The cons range from home-improvement scams to vacation scams. “We are near the midway point of

Veterans can now teach in Florida schools without a degree

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Veterans holding books – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Africa Studio The Sunshine State currently has 9,000 teacher vacancies that must be filled before the summer comes to a close and the new 2022 academic year begins. Last week, Florida’s Department of Education announced that military veterans can now fill those empty roles. “Our public

Numerous women seek abortions in Florida despite restrictions in nearby states

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Protestors in favor of abortions – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Stephanie Kenner Following the Supreme Court decision that struck down Roe v. Wade, states are passing and reviving the legislation that restricts abortion, and many women are traveling to Florida to undergo the procedure. According to Dr. Samantha Deans, the assistant medical director of

During “Operation Southern Slow Down,” Florida law enforcement agencies will crack down on speeding

Posted on by Chris J. | 22812 Views | 9 min read

Traffic speed control device on highway monitoring vehicles speeding – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by bibiphoto In Florida and four other southeastern states, a campaign to “save lives and discourage reckless driving and speeding” kicked off on Monday. “Operation Southern Slow Down” will take place from Monday, July 18, through Saturday, July 23, according to

Despite judge’s order, Florida’s ban on abortions after 15 weeks is still in place

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Women Protesting in Support of Abortions – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Vic Hinterlang Florida’s law prohibiting abortions at 15 weeks will remain in effect after the state appealed a Florida judge’s decision to temporarily halt the ban on Tuesday. Judge John Cooper of the Second Judicial Circuit Court verbally ruled last week in a

The Sunshine State’s sales tax break begins this Friday

Posted on by Melissa P | 18427 Views | 19 min read

Sales Tax – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Maha Heang 245789 Florida residents facing the effects of inflation will get a second opportunity to save on “freedom” beginning on Friday. Set near the Fourth of July for the second year in a row, a sales-tax holiday nicknamed “Freedom Week” will provide tax breaks on a

Florida’s loud music statute goes into effect July 1st

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Police Pulls Over Vehicle – FL Loud Music Statute – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Michael O’Keene On July 1, a new Florida statute will go into effect making it illegal for anyone to have their radio turned up too loud while driving. According to the new law, audio blaring from a vehicle that can

Florida judge will decide whether to block 15-week abortion ban law

Posted on by Krystal S | 21931 Views | 12 min read

Abortion Protest at Supreme Court – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Wild 2 Free The Sunshine State’s new law that prohibits abortions after the 15-week mark is at the center of a hearing on Monday. A judge from Leon County, Florida will decide on granting a temporary injunction, therefore blocking the law from going into