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Crews rescue 2 men after boat capsizes in Pine Island Sound

WSVN 7News 7/4 5:30A Apage

Video captures the moments two men were rescued Monday after their boat capsized in Pine Island Sound. According to the Lee County Police Marine Unit, a wave struck the rear...

Pastor accuses Bartow Police of racial profiling, says he is taking action

WSVN 7News 7/4 5:21A Apage

BARTOW, Fla. (WSVN) — A beloved pastor is speaking out after, he says, he experienced racial profiling during a traffic stop in Polk County. Community members and leaders from...

Woman arrested for leading FHP troopers on 28-mile drunken high-speed chase

WSVN 7News 7/4 5:15A Tynisa Senior

PUNTA GORDA, Florida (WBBH) A drunk driver led Florida Highway Patrol on a 28-mile high-speed chase early Tuesday morning — after troopers say she tossed a bag out of her...

Scientists transplant crossbred corals to help save Miami’s reefs from climate change

WSVN 7News 7/4 4:23A Kathleen Ditton

KEY BISCAYNE, Fla. (AP) — A team of scientists from the University of Miami, the Florida Aquarium and Tela Marine in Honduras is working together to transplant crossbred coral...

Search underway for 79-year-old woman reported missing from Miami

WSVN 7News 7/4 2:44A Apage

The City of Miami Police Department Special Victims Unit is seeking the public s assistance in locating an elderly woman reported missing from Miami. 79-year-old Linda Stroy...

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UPenn to ban transgender athletes, feds say, ending civil rights case focused on swimmer Lia Thomas

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 7/1 10:28A Associated Press

By COLLIN BINKLEY, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The University of Pennsylvania has agreed to ban transgender women from its women’s sports teams to resolve a federal...

DeSantis signs ‘Schools of Hope’ charter expansion

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 7/1 10:25A News Service Of Florida

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday signed a bill that could help expand charter schools known as “schools of hope.” The bill (SB 2510), which is linked to the new state budget, drew...

Billions in grants for summer school, English instruction delayed during Trump administration...

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 7/1 10:25A Associated Press

By COLLIN BINKLEY and BIANCA VÁZQUEZ TONESS, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is withholding more than $6 billion in federal grants for afterschool...

Republican plan for nationwide private school vouchers deemed in violation of Senate rules

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 6/27 7:10A Associated Press

By COLLIN BINKLEY, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — A Republican plan to expand private school vouchers nationwide was dealt a major setback Friday when the Senate...

Rural schools feel the pinch from Trump administration’s cuts to mental health grants

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 6/27 6:28A Associated Press

By ANNIE MA, AP Education Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — In parts of rural upstate New York, schools have more than 1,100 students for every mental health provider. In a far-flung region with little public...

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Newk’s Eatery Welcomes Back Industry Veteran Chris Cheek as Chief Development Officer

Restaurant News 7/2 2:41A RestaurantNews.com

Chris Cheek Returning to the brand he helped grow, Cheek brings a renewed vision for franchise development, site selection and strategic expansion as Newk s prepares for its...

KRISPY KREME Celebrates World Chocolate Day July 7 by Returning Chocolate Glazed Doughnuts, This...

Restaurant News 7/2 2:34A RestaurantNews.com

Original Glazed® doughnuts bathed in HERSHEY’S glaze to be offered Monday Half-price Chocolate Glazed dozen available with purchase of any dozen at regular price Charlotte,...

Lime House Adds Garlic Noodle to Its Menu

Restaurant News 7/2 2:26A RestaurantNews.com

Hamburg, NY ( RestaurantNews.com ) Lime House is introducing a new option to its delectable ramen menu. They are calling it Garlic Noodle, and they say it is not quite like...

Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay Commemorates One Year in Charlotte with Monthlong $10 Meal Deal

Restaurant News 7/1 7:39A RestaurantNews.com

Flagship location of popular burger brand thanks local guests for support with unbeatable in-restaurant offer Charlotte, NC ( RestaurantNews.com ) Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby...

Goji Crazy for the Red, White & Blue Bowl at Frutta Bowls

Restaurant News 7/1 6:52A RestaurantNews.com

Try the new topping in a bowl perfect for the Fourth of July. St. Petersburg, FL ( RestaurantNews.com ) Frutta Bowls , known for its specialty acai bowls and smoothies made...

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Ira Winderman: Bye Bam? Adebayo not necessarily a fit with evolving Heat timeline

Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel 7/5 3:00A Ira Winderman

MIAMI — It is time for the Miami Heat to consider dealing Bam Adebayo. No, this is not about the naysayers more concerned about Adebayo s contract or muted scoring impact. He...

ASK IRA: Time for a chill pill from Heat star speculation?

Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel 7/5 12:05A Ira Winderman

Q: I see you receiving a great amount of mail from people who feel the Heat are not doing enough to improve their roster. People are clamoring for a blockbuster trade or a...

Miami Heat Reportedly Interested In 3x NBA All-Star

Miami Heat on Yahoo! Sports 7/4 9:15A Fastbreak On SI

Bradley Beal was once among the best shooting guards in the NBA. That said, the former Florida star has had a disappointing two-year stint with the Phoenix Suns. According to...

This Untouchable Heat Asset is Hungry to Deliver a Masterful Sophomore Campaign

Miami Heat on Yahoo! Sports 7/4 9:00A Athlon Sports

After being left out of trade talks for Kevin Durant, Miami Heat center Kel el Ware expressed his insatiable desire to develop his game.

"They Did Not Make A Mistake": Kel'el Ware Wants To Repay Miami Heat For Not Trading Him To Get...

Miami Heat on Yahoo! Sports 7/4 8:20A Fadeaway World

Miami Heat s sophomore center Kel el Ware makes his feelings known on his team s refusal to trade him for Kevin Durant.

Related: Kel’el Ware aims to ‘repay’ Heat’s faith after being held out of Durant deliberations Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel

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Homemade Lemonade

Love and Lemons 7/3 4:04A Jeanine Donofrio

This homemade lemonade recipe is so refreshing on a hot day! Made with 3 simple ingredients—water, lemon juice, and simple syrup—it s sweet, citrusy, and deliciously tart. In...

Comment: NSAC Laments Senate’s Passage of Budget Reconciliation

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 7/1 6:06A Michael Lavender

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Mike Lavender National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition mlavender@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. 734.417.8710 Comment: NSAC Laments Senate’s...

Related: Comment: NSAC Urges Senate to Support Grassley “Actively Engaged” Amendment National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

20 Easy 4th of July Desserts

Love and Lemons 7/1 3:22A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

Looking for 4th of July dessert ideas? You re in the right place! I ve rounded up our best 4th of July desserts below. They include no-bake sweets, easy frozen treats,...

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An Easy Pasta Salad for Your 4th of July Cookout

Love and Lemons 6/29 3:22A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

The 4th of July is coming up this week, and I’m busy planning what to make for my family’s cookout. I still haven’t decided between these veggie burgers and these black bean...

Release: Seventh Class of Cynthia Hayes Scholarship Recipients Honor Her Legacy

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 6/26 6:23A Tyler Edwards

Washington, DC, June 26, 2025 – The Southeastern African American Farmers’ Organic Network (SAAFON) and the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) announced that...