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Pregnant and postpartum women in Florida can now park in disabled spots for up to a year with pass

WSVN 7News 9/11 5:29A Kathleen Ditton

TAMPA, Florida ( WFTS ) If you re pregnant and are struggling to get around in the Florida heat, a new law has changed where you can park. “I think every woman is different,...

Police: Missing Hollywood girl found safe in New York; mother arrested

WSVN 7News 9/11 4:09A Kathleen Ditton

NEW YORK (WSVN) A 5-year-old girl reported missing in Hollywood has been found safe in New York with the help of the U.S. Marshals, police said Thursday. Detectives said...

Trial starts for a man accused of attempting to assassinate Trump in Florida last year

WSVN 7News 9/11 3:59A Tynisa Senior

FORT PIERCE, Fla. (AP) — Prosecutors, other attorneys and observers assembled in a federal courtroom Thursday for the start of opening statements in the trial of a man charged...

FIU students, TPUSA chapter members reflect on conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s legacy

WSVN 7News 9/11 3:49A Tynisa Senior

At just 31 years old, Charlie Kirk had become one of the most influential leaders in conservative politics, dedicating his life to the Republican Party and bringing many young...

Never forget: South Florida honors 9/11 victims with tributes and remembrance ceremonies

WSVN 7News 9/11 2:37A Tynisa Senior

As America marks 24 years since the Sept. 11 attack, South Florida joined the rest of the nation in quiet reflection with firefighters, police, and community members coming...

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Thanksgiving Activities That Keep 5th Graders Focused and Learning

Teaching in the Heart of Florida 9/7 8:00P Rissa

By Rissa Hanneken The week before Thanksgiving is always tricky. Between holiday excitement, special schedules, and a shorter week, keeping students focused can feel like an uphill climb. That’s why...

The gender gap in math widened in the pandemic. Schools are trying to make up lost ground

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 9/5 6:27A Associated Press

By ANNIE MA and SHARON LURYE, Associated Press Education Writers IRVING, Texas (AP) — Crowded around a workshop table, four girls at de Zavala Middle School puzzled over a Lego machine they had built....

Moms’ careers and personal time are hit hard by school drop-off demands, a poll finds

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 9/4 1:44A Associated Press

By JEFF McMURRAY and LINLEY SANDERS, Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — When Elizabeth Rivera’s phone would ring during the overnight shift, it was usually because the bus didn’t...

Students in the US illegally see college pathways close as Trump targets tuition breaks

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 9/3 5:46A Kate Payne

TALLAHASSEE (AP) — Carlie was hoping to spend her senior year savoring her final moments on the palm tree-lined campus of the University of Central Florida. Instead, she sits...

South Florida schools see giant enrollment drops, even in Palm Beach County

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 8/31 1:00A Scott Travis

South Florida s public schools are experiencing a dramatic exodus of students this year, with about 30,000 fewer than a year ago. Broward s enrollment in district and charter schools dropped by 11,369...

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Polly’s Pies Celebrates Oktoberfest with Authentic German Flavors and Pumpkin Favorites

Restaurant News 9/9 10:00A RestaurantNews.com

SoCal legacy restaurant unveils limited-time fall menu featuring bratwursts, pretzel and seasonal bakery treats Placentia, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Polly’s Pies is raising a stein to the season...

FACE Amusement and Guy Fieri Foundation Bring Teddy Bears to Central Park for the Annual New York...

Restaurant News 9/9 8:54A RestaurantNews.com

The Buddy Walk® was held in advance of National Teddy Bear Day New York, NY ( RestaurantNews.com ) FACE Amusement Group joined forces with The Guy Fieri Foundation and National Down Syndrome Society...

Huddle House Launches Smashed Burger Week in Honor of National Cheeseburger Day

Restaurant News 9/9 4:39A RestaurantNews.com

New Huddle Rewards Program Kicks Off With Exclusive FREE Smashed Burgers, Pancakes, and Coffee Atlanta, GA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Huddle House , the neighborhood gathering place that brings friends...

Restaurant Franchise News from The Taco Spot, Rock N’ Roll Sushi, Newk’s Eatery, and More!

Restaurant News 9/9 2:31A RestaurantNews.com

Catch up on the latest restaurant franchise news from The Taco Spot, Rock N Roll Sushi, Newk s Eatery, Layne s Chicken Fingers, Urban Bird Hot Chicken, Rita s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, Noodles &...

New Restaurant Menu Offerings from Bennigan’s, Steak and Ale, Chipotle, Straw Hat Pizza, and More!

Restaurant News 9/9 2:26A RestaurantNews.com

Here s what s On The Menu at Bennigan s, Steak and Ale, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Straw Hat Pizza, McDonald s, Friendly s, Bruxie, Juice It Up!, Nékter Juice Bar, Taco Cabana, Wetzel s Pretzels, Red...

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Best Salsa Classes in Miami

Coral Gables Love 9/11 5:43A Paola Mendez

The best salsa classes in Miami are taught by @3plus2cubandance . The classes are so much fun and my dancing has improved dramatically in a few months. 3 Plus 2 Cuban Dance...

Read This: The Road To Tender Hearts

The Wordy Girl 8/31 4:05A The Wordy Girl

For a dark-ish comic surrounding a roadtrip you won t forget — seek out Annie Hartnett s The Road To Tender Hearts. At 63 years old, million-dollar The post Read This: The Road To Tender Hearts...

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Things to watch for: Miami Dolphins vs. New England Patriots on Sunday

Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel 9/11 12:30A Chris Perkins

MIAMI GARDENS — The mission for the Miami Dolphins in Sunday’s home opener against New England is clear — win. The Dolphins (0-1) were blasted by Indianapolis, 33-8, in last...

ASK IRA: Is position going to be an issue for Heat’s Nikola Jovic?

Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel 9/11 12:05A Ira Winderman

Q: It is the organization s responsibility to put players in the best position to be successful. I realize these are your opinions and possibly not Erik Spoelstra s opinions....

Palm Beach County barely cracks double-digits in alumni playing in NFL

Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel 9/10 9:09P Steve Svekis

Continuing a talent drain that has persisted the past several years, alumni of Palm Beach County high schools took up only 10 spots on NFL rosters in the league s opening...

Miami-Dade closes gap on Broward in NFL representation

Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel 9/10 8:43P Steve Svekis

Miami-Dade County saw its representation of alumni on NFL rosters on Week 1 of the season increase to its highest level in four seasons, clambering to 33 in 2025 and getting...

Broward County remains well ahead in putting South Florida high school alumni into NFL

Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel 9/10 7:02P Steve Svekis

Broward County again led South Florida as the county with the most alumni on NFL rosters on Week 1 of the season, its 48 such players being more than the total from Miami-Dade (33) and Palm Beach (10)...

‘A Blessing, Not a Burden’: Son of Holocaust survivors brings book tour to South Florida

Chef Appreciation Week: Celebrate your favorite Miami chef