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August 25, 2023

14 migrants, boat captain detained in Florida after ramming sheriff's office vessel, police say

The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office says it has detained a boat captain and 14 migrants Friday after its vessel was rammed, damaging two engines.

August 25, 2023

Florida Senate hopeful Patricia Krentcil reveals why she’s running, calls for ‘tax break for moms’

Republican Senate hopeful Patricia Krentcil said she's running for U.S. Senate to be an advocate for hard-working moms and to stand up for the LGBTQ+ community.

August 25, 2023

In Gulf of Mexico, 2023 recreational fishing season for greater amberjack comes to close

After catch limits for greater amberjack were met, the 2023 Gulf of Mexico recreational fishing season for the species ended. The closure is needed to protect the specie's population.

August 25, 2023

Arsonist accidentally lights self on fire while attempting to set church ablaze: video

The Broward County Sheriff's Office released video showing an arson suspect light themselves on fire while attempting to damage a church in Florida. The suspect then fled the scene.

August 25, 2023

Beverly Hills man stole more than $1.8M in jewelry, goods from Brazilian guests at luxury hotel, DOJ says

A California man who allegedly stole six suitcases from two Brazilian citizens and sold some of the goods in Miami was ordered held on bond Wednesday.

August 24, 2023

Florida school officials apologize for separating Black students at assembly, principal placed on leave

An elementary school in Flagler County, Florida, on Friday pulled Black students out of class to attend an assembly on improving scores on standardized tests.

August 24, 2023

Florida man who posed as teen in disturbing sex crime scheme faces justice

Clayton Everett Colborn, 31, was sentenced to life in prison after he tricked girls into sexual activity with his teen persona "Jason Rich" on the Yubo app.

August 24, 2023

Randi Weingarten attack on DeSantis over education backfires: 'Literally closed every school in the country'

Conservatives hit back at Randi Weingarten on Thursday after she attacked Gov. Ron DeSantis during the GOP debate, accusing him of being a "disaster" on education.

August 24, 2023

Florida Board of Education approves penalties for college employees who break bathroom rule

Florida's State Board of Education approved a rule Wednesday that requires colleges to abide by state law on single-sex or unisex restrooms or changing facilities.

August 24, 2023

Ron DeSantis: We have to prioritize Americans

Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis analyzes the first GOP debate and what sets him apart from the others