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2025 Week 6 Preview: Charlotte 49ers @ South Florida Bulls
Time and date: Friday, October 3 at 7:00 p.m. ET Network: ESPN2 Location: Raymond James Stadium — Tampa, FL Spread: South Florida (-26.5) Over/under: 55.5 All-time series: South Florida leads, 2-0 Last meeting: South Florida 59, Charlotte 24 —...
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Government shutdown pauses federal flood insurance program, raising concerns in Florida
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PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — The federal government shutdown is causing ripple effects across Florida, and one of the biggest impacts is flood insurance. Flood zones are constantly changing in the Sunshine State, and flood insurance is often...
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What the 2025 Government Shutdown Means for Florida Travelers
The federal government shutdown that began overnight on Wednesday, October 1 is expected to ripple through the travel industry nationwide, and Florida is bracing for its share of disruptions. Air Travel at Orlando, Miami, and Tampa Airports in...
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3 major physician group deals reshaping the Florida mraket
Three physician group deals are reshaping Florida’s healthcare landscape, spanning concierge medicine, orthopedic urgent care and a large multispecialty practice. Here are the three deals: 1. Private equity firm Revelstoke Capital Partners...
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Florida Highway Patrol Officer Dies After Football Game Injury
In a tragic turn of events, Senior Trooper Craig Gaines, a devoted Florida Highway Patrol officer, passed away on September 19 due to complications from a sideline accident at a Florida A&M football game. The incident occurred during FAMU's game...
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New Florida laws strengthen penalties for child predators, including death penalty
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Nearly 30 new laws went into effect today in Florida, including five aimed at protecting children from predators. One, even upping the sentencing for those convicted to capital punishment. WATCH BELOW: 'The increased...
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Chicago tourists feeling effects of federal government shutdown: 'Wish they would do their job'
CHICAGO (WLS) -- While thousands of government workers face furloughs and certain government services are not available, the government shutdown also reached Chicago's Far South Side on Wednesday, where there were some very disappointed tourists....
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South Florida Jewish community observes Yom Kippur
(WSVN) - South Florida’s Jewish community will observe Yom Kippur beginning at sundown. The holiday is the holiest day on the Jewish calendar and is a 25-hour period of repentance. The “Day of Atonement” is marked by fasting, prayer, asking for...
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Rosen Hotels and Resorts' new CEO proposes 'Tourist Transportation Tax' in Orange County
As the top domestic tourist destination with its world-famous theme parks and attractions, the Orlando metro area also has one of the fastest-growing populations in the nation."We're very proud of the fact that we have many new residents moving...
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Florida received more immigrants per capita than any other state under Biden
ORLANDO, Fla. — After Paola Freites was allowed into the U.S. in 2024, she and her husband settled in Florida, drawn by warm temperatures, a large Latino community and the ease of finding employment and housing. They were among hundreds of...
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Cape Girardeau Regional Airport/FLY-CGI Announces Contract Renewal with Contour Airlines in Fall 2025, Including New Hub Destinations
After marking three years of service in October 2025 at the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport, Contour Airlines will continue its service to the region for the foreseeable future. The announcement came on Tues. Sept. 30, 2025, confirming that the...
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Florida Highway Patrol trooper dies weeks after being injured at college football game
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) – A Florida Highway Patrol trooper has died from complications stemming from a leg injury he suffered while providing security at a college football game, the Florida State Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) said. Senior...
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iSmash Announces Latest Florida Location to Open in Vibrant Treasure Coast Community
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Stuart to Welcome Interactive Rage Room, Axe Throwing, and Splatter Paint Entertainment Venue October 01, 2025 // Franchising.com // STUART, Fla. – iSmash, the fast-growing interactive entertainment brand known for its Rage Rooms, Splatter Paint,...
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Government shutdown puts 25K Northwest Florida federal workers at risk, Patronis says
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Pensacola News Journal - Florida
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U.S. Rep. Jimmy Patronis said no negotiations with Democrats until the government is reopened, as close to 25,000 federal employees in Northwest Florida are facing uncertainty, and thousands have already been furloughed. "The speaker's made it...
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Flood disclosure law bringing change for tenants across Florida
TAMPA, Fla. — Landlords in Florida must now tell potential tenants about any flooding history before they sign a lease, after a new law officially went into affect Wednesday. Florida law already required sellers to disclose any information about...
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Florida man cites barber appointment after getting clocked going more than 100 mph
Florida man Michael Stanek told deputies on Sept. 23 that he was speeding because of "an appointment with my barber." (Credit: Flagler County Sheriff's Office) NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A Florida man who was clocked going more...
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How a prolonged U.S. government shutdown could impact your travel plans
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Anchorage Daily News - Alaska
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A guard stands at the entrance to The Liberty Bell center that is closed due to a government shutdown in Philadelphia, Wednesday, Sept. 31, 2015. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke) If a U.S. government shutdown goes on long enough, it could throw a wrench in...
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‘Taxes Squandered Again’: Florida Governor and CFO take aim at Jacksonville’s hologram greeting
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan stood side by side at a news conference for the first time in more than two years on Wednesday, but the mayor’s appearance wasn’t exactly voluntary. Instead, she...
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Florida Greenlights Trump Presidential Library in Miami
Florida officials have unanimously approved a plan to make Miami the home of the Donald J. Trump Presidential Library, paving the way for the nation’s first presidential library dedicated to the 45th and 47th president. GOP Gov. Ron DeSantis and...
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SLC among top U.S. destinations for legal, illegal immigrants to settle
SALT LAKE CITY — Salt Lake City, Utah; Denver; and Fort Myers, Florida, were hot places to settle. California lost some of its appeal. The Associated Press obtained U.S. Customs and Border Protection data by state and metropolitan area on...
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