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Alexander Vindman, key witness in first Trump impeachment, may run for U.S. Senate in Florida

Up to $10K reward being offered for information in fatal shooting of Fort Lauderdale man

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Woman pushed into Miami River pronounced dead

WSVN 7News 6/28 2:28A Cassie Martinez

Officials say a man accused of shoving a woman into the Miami River on Tuesday has been arrested on a second-degree attempted murder charge after the woman succumbs to her...

Broward Health welcomes 140 new residents in Fort Lauderdale

WSVN 7News 6/28 1:45A Cassie Martinez

Broward health welcomed 140 new residents during a ceremony in Fort Lauderdale on Friday morning. Among those in the ceremony is a woman whose father is the medical director...

Here’s what the new condo law requires. Is it too much to handle?

Miami-Dade County Sun Sentinel 6/28 1:00A Ron Hurtibise

Get ready, condominium unit owners. Most of the provisions in this year s condo reform bill, unanimously passed by the House and Senate and recently signed by Gov. Ron...

Florida teen collapses in court after graphic testimony in teacher sex trial

WSVN 7News 6/27 9:21A Kathleen Ditton

WEST PALM BEACH, Florida ( WPBF ) There were emotional and disturbing moments in court Tuesday as the teenage victim in the Damian Conti teacher sex trial collapsed after two...

DHS secretary praises Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ plan as agency expands immigration detention

WSVN 7News 6/27 9:19A Kathleen Ditton

GUATEMALA CITY (AP) — The Homeland Security secretary is praising Florida for coming forward with an idea that’s been dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz” because it would house...

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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...

Florida will help create less ‘woke’ college accrediting body, DeSantis says

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 6/26 6:43A Scott Travis

Florida will join some other Southern states to form a new less woke accrediting body to set standards for state universities, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Thursday. The new Commission for Public...

‘Betrayal’: Donor yanks $1M from FIU over undocumented student tuition hike

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 6/26 5:47A Garrett Shanley

Miami businessman and philanthropist Miguel “Mike” Fernandez has suspended a $1 million donation to Florida International University in protest of Florida’s decision to strip...

Majority of US adults support religious chaplains in public schools, a new poll shows

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 6/26 5:31A Associated Press

By HOLLY MEYER and AMELIA THOMSON-DEVEAUX WASHINGTON (AP) — Few U.S. adults support allowing religious schools to become tax-funded public charter schools, but a majority...

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Papa Murphy’s and Pepsi Team Up To Help Fans “Seize a Slice of Summer” With Daily Prizes and...

Restaurant News 6/27 2:00A RestaurantNews.com

Summer Selects Pizza Deal continues to deliver big value with $8.99 pizzas through the season.* Vancouver, WA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ Bake Pizza is...

Nick the Greek Continues To Grow Texas Footprint With New Houston Restaurant

Restaurant News 6/26 11:56P RestaurantNews.com

Nick the Greek Now Open in Houston, Texas Leading Greek Street Food Brand Opens Latest Lone Star State Location in Harris County San Jose, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Nick the...

Stoett Outdoors Elevates Outdoor Dining at Carve American Grille with Innovative Retractable Glass...

Restaurant News 6/26 7:29A RestaurantNews.com

Hicksville, OH ( RestaurantNews.com ) Stoett Outdoors is proud to announce the successful installation of its Kinetic Retractable Glass Railing and Windbreak System at Carve...

Hot Off the Grill: Wahlburgers Launches New Menu and Limited-Time Summer Hits

Restaurant News 6/26 6:49A RestaurantNews.com

Teriyaki Pineapple Smashburger Seasonal features and flavor-forward lineup showcase the brand s ongoing commitment to creativity and guest feedback Boston, MA (...

Leona’s Pizzeria & Restaurant to Celebrate McHenry Grand Opening on July 8

Restaurant News 6/26 4:28A RestaurantNews.com

Legendary Chicago brand opens doors and region s first pizza drive-thru with ribbon-cutting and 75th anniversary giveaways Chicago, IL ( RestaurantNews.com ) Leona’s...

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My Go-To Travel Toiletry Bag

The Wordy Girl 6/21 3:37A The Wordy Girl

Wherever I m headed, be it on a weeklong vacay or a one-night stay at a friend s house, I m always going to pack a makeup bag. The post My Go-To Travel Toiletry Bag appeared first on The Wordy Girl .

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Bucks rumors: Will Milwaukee pursue trade for Andrew Wiggins?

Miami Heat on Yahoo! Sports 6/28 10:37A ClutchPoints | Milwaukee Bucks N

As the NBA offseason progresses, the Milwaukee Bucks have reportedly emerged as a potential suitor for veteran forward Andrew Wiggins , according to ClutchPoints NBA insider...

Heat brings Davion Mitchell back with $24 million contract

Miami Heat on Yahoo! Sports 6/28 10:30A ClutchPoints | Miami Heat News

Amid a potential Andrew Wiggins deal for Rui Hachimura with the Los Angeles Lakers, the Miami Heat re-signed Davion Mitchell. Mitchell proved his worth while averaging 27.4...

Related: Heat avoid free agency with Davion Mitchell, agree to two-year, $24 million deal Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel

How Broward County standout Jeremiah Smith has adjusted to stardom

Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel 6/28 6:41A Adam Lichtenstein

DAVIE — Jeremiah Smith s plan when he got to Ohio State was work hard and see what happens. The thought process with us was pretty much get in, get your feet wet, whatever...

ESPN Analyst Puts Miami Heat's Kasparas Jakucionis Atop Special Category

Miami Heat on Yahoo! Sports 6/28 6:38A Inside The Heat

The Miami Heat have received few negative remarks about taking Illinois guard Kasparas Jakucionis in the first round of the NBA draft. ESPN s Jonathan Givony said the pick was...

Dave Hyde: One down as Panthers sign Sam Bennett — two to go? ‘This scares the league’

Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel 6/28 6:01A Dave Hyde

He said what you said. “I believe I could’ve had success elsewhere, but why take that chance?” Sam Bennett asked. He saw what you saw. “We really have the chance to make this...