As state and federal officials work to identify the source of the recent outbreak of the intestinal illness cyclosporiasis, Michigan health officials …
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One of Busch Gardens’ most popular roller coasters will be riding into the sunset. The theme park announced Tuesday that it is …
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Environmental group drops ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ pollution suit after site shuts down • Florida Phoenix
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogAn environmental group seeking to punish state operators of the “Alligator Alcatraz” immigration lockup for alleged pollution of the Florida Everglades has …
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Florida prisoner, 74, set to be oldest inmate executed in state’s modern history
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogFlorida was again preparing Tuesday to execute one of its oldest death row prisoners in history, a 74-year-old convicted murderer who is …
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Idaho’s transgender bathroom ban is now the law. How will police enforce it? That’s still unclear. • Florida Phoenix
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogAs parts of Idaho’s criminal transgender bathroom ban are now in effect, how far will law enforcement officers have to go to …
At a civil trial in Tallahassee that began Monday, a judge told state lawmaker Fabian Basabe, a Miami Beach Republican, repeatedly that …
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AG James Uthmeier launches investigation into bread additive • Florida Phoenix
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogAttorney General James Uthmeier announced Monday he is launching a probe into commercial baking products containing potassium bromate with an eye on …
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Again? Travelers face another hours-long luggage delay at Florida airport
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogIn the third incident in less than a month, hundreds of travelers who had just arrived on overseas flights Saturday night stood …
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Florida business establishment remains quiet on property tax amendment • Florida Phoenix
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogLess than four months before Floridians vote on a proposal to phase out property taxes for homeowners, there’s no organized campaign seeking …
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Community bank headquartered in St. Pete wants to be known for environmental investment
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogKen LaRoe introduces himself as both a “rabid environmentalist” and a “rabid capitalist.” He came out of retirement at age 63 to …
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Trump guts election commission in move seen as increasing his sway over midterms • Florida Phoenix
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogWASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s latest shot in a relentless war on how elections are conducted has triggered enormous concern among voting …
A long-vacant corner at one of Seminole’s busiest intersections is closer to redevelopment. At a June 23 workshop, the City Council unanimously …
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South Carolina US Sen. Lindsey Graham dies after ‘brief and sudden illness’
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogU.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham speaks as South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster looks on during a press conference in the governor’s office at …
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Florida lawmaker to stand trial on sexual harassment claims. He’s representing himself
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogFlorida Rep. Fabian Basabe is set to stand trial next week in a civil case accusing him of sexual harassment, battery and …
President Donald Trump said Friday morning he would not sign federal legislation aimed at lowering the cost of housing, but the bipartisan …
Declawing your cat for the sake of your furniture or to avoid being scratched is rapidly becoming taboo, as a growing number …
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Trump’s attack on TPS for Haitians is an attack on Springfield, Ohio’s entire community • Florida Phoenix
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogI’ve lived in Springfield, Ohio for 45 years. In that time I’ve seen the city go from a seemingly unstoppable economic and …
Nectaria Koumbis believes a farmers market should be part of a community. She just wishes more people knew their community has one …
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DHS extends permits for immigrants set to lose status when justices’ order takes effect • Florida Phoenix
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogWASHINGTON — U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on Friday postponed the date that immigrants from seven countries affected by disaster and violence …
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A divisive complex with apartments, live-work units and school coming to Florida city
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogA new nine-story mixed-used project with apartments, live-work units and a school for children with autism is moving forward in Coral Gables. …
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Citrus industry representative hopes the industry has ‘bottomed out,’ is recovering • Florida Phoenix
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogA citrus industry representative is hopeful the state’s slump has “bottomed out” and is trending upward. The July Florida orange production forecast released …
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How the ‘most expensive scam in real estate’ happens. And how to protect yourself
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogQ: I am closing on a home purchase next week, and I just received an email from my title company with instructions …
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Smithsonian rejects Trump ‘anti-American’ charge, noting nonpartisan history • Florida Phoenix
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogWASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s latest attack on the Smithsonian Institution represents an attempt to replace a shared American history with his …
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Hillsborough sheriff’s office investigating death at Dick’s House of Sports in Brandon
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogThe Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a death that occurred inside a Dick’s House of Sports store at the Brandon Exchange. …
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Nursing home group asks for exemptions for Haitians working in Florida facilities • Florida Phoenix
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogThe state’s largest nursing home association has asked the Department of Homeland Security to consider allowing Haitians with temporary protected status (TPS) …
A 31-year-old woman who had been paddleboarding was found dead in the water at Lassing Park on Friday morning, the St. Petersburg …
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What’s a professional graduate degree? Loan confusion reigns amid legal battle. • Florida Phoenix
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogWASHINGTON — Students pursuing several advanced degree programs can now access higher loan caps, but the temporary relief has ushered in a …
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After tragedies in Florida, here’s how to prevent hot-car deaths of kids
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogWith four children dying so far this summer after being left inside cars during Florida’s sweltering heat season, experts are urging parents …
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Is Florida’s high SNAP error rate by design? State’s top Democrat says yes • Florida Phoenix
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogIf Florida doesn’t lower its SNAP error rates, the state could have to pay as much as $1 billion to continue to …
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