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April 28, 2021

Oklahoma named new lightning capital of America

Florida may be giving up its title as America's lightning capital to another southern state.

April 27, 2021

MacCallum on trends in Census' Congress redistricting: Never seen 'people move because of politics'

The 2020 Census results will shift the nation's political map ahead of the 2022 elections, with several blue states and at least one red state losing Congressional seats, while the responding gains will be felt mostly in Republican-led states.

April 27, 2021

Michael Visacki makes emotional call to dad after qualifying for first PGA Tour event in viral video

Florida native Michael Visacki is winning over the hearts of golf fans everywhere after a touching video of him calling his dad after qualifying for his first PGA Tour event since going pro seven years ago went viral. 

April 27, 2021

‘World’s largest’ White Castle opening in Orlando next week

The “world’s largest” White Castle restaurant will open on Monday, May 3.

April 27, 2021

Census data reveals what's behind US growth slump

The first batch of once-every-decade data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows a United States that is growing less quickly and but still seeing its population shift to the South and the West.

April 27, 2021

FL lawmaker on bill to allow recording of biased college lectures: Professors pushing 'conformity'

Rep. Spencer Roach, R-Fl., who authored a new law to protect free speech on college campuses and pushback against political bias told "Fox & Friends" on Tuesday that the bill passed the House and Senate.

April 26, 2021

UFC's Dana White rips 'woke' professional sports: 'If you want to listen to that stuff', change the channel

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) President Dana White told "Hannity" on Monday that he strives to keep his sport free of politics for the enjoyment of the fans and athletes alike.

April 26, 2021

Florida annual boat party leads to a dozen drunken arrests

Florida authorities made at least a dozen drunken arrests on Sunday during an annual wild boating party in Boca Raton, back after a year hiatus because of the pandemic, according to reports.

April 26, 2021

DeSantis Cabinet member trolls Michigan’s Whitmer over travel mess by sending tourism pamphlets

Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis sent the embattled governor a letter on Monday regarding her recent travels to his state while warning Michiganders against traveling due to COVID-19 levels — including to the Sunshine State.

April 26, 2021

Florida beachgoer finds $1.5 million worth of cocaine washed ashore

A package that contained 65 pounds of cocaine worth more than $1.5 million washed ashore on a Florida beach this weekend, according to reports.