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March 9, 2023

Soros prosecutor's lawsuit against DeSantis gets fast-tracked by appeals court

A federal appeals court has granted former Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren's request to expedite his case against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who suspended Warren for "neglect of duty."

March 9, 2023

Tampa woman who fought attacker inside apartment gym honored by sheriff's office: 'Strength and Courage'

Nashali Alma was awarded the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office's first-ever "Strength and Courage Award" for her bravery and determination when fighting off an attacker in the gym.

March 9, 2023

The media’s corporate warfare - DeSantis vs. Disney, Newsom vs. Walgreens

How the media frames its arguments when discussing similar moves from a Democrat and a Republican says a lot about where it stands on the issues.

March 8, 2023

Panama City Beach police to use new K-9 dogs, crime cameras to crack down on spring break drug use

With fentanyl showing up more in party drugs, police have a warning for students - and the dealers who target them.

March 8, 2023

Massive 11-foot, 1,200-pound great white shark detected off Florida coast as spring breakers flock to beaches

An 11-foot, 1,264 pounds great white shark pinged off of Florida's Gulf Coast on Monday ahead of spring break for college student's across America.

March 8, 2023

Miami-Dade officer 'ambushed,' shot by 'cowardly' suspect, Florida officials say

A Miami-Dade police officer was shot from behind Wednesday while working a drug case, authorities in Florida said. The gunman was being sought.

March 8, 2023

Local media cut feed on DeSantis' 'book ban hoax' stream due to 'explicit content'

Media outlets cut the live feed to Gov. Ron DeSantis’, R-Fla., video presentation on the books banned in Florida schools on Wednesday, citing “explicit” content.

March 8, 2023

Universal theme parks division gets new name in rebranding

The Universal theme parks division will be changing their name during rebranding to Universal Destinations & Experiences. Officials believe this change will better reflect the parks.

March 8, 2023

Joy Reid goes on another tear against Florida governor: 'If it ain't White, it ain't right in DeSantistan'

MSNBC host Joy Reid once again blasted Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis after he opened the latest Florida legislature session on Tuesday previewing upcoming bills.

March 8, 2023

Federal judge rules Biden's border policies unlawful, just a 'speedbump' for illegal migrants

A federal judge has ruled that President Biden's border policies are unlawful and accused the administration of turning the southern border into a "meaningless line in the sand."