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We've just entered the annual "100 Deadliest Days" for teen drivers. Here's how to stay safe. The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers. May 28

Florida insurers made money last year for first time in 7 years Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years. Mar 25

U.S. Supreme Court to discuss social media law The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies. Aug 30, 2023

Florida tourism numbers dip in second quarter The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency. Aug 16, 2023

Gov. DeSantis: State has 'moved on' amid Disney fight Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant. Aug 14, 2023

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Early voting in Miami-Dade, Monroe counties for Florida Primary gets underway Voters are urged not to wait until Election Day, August 20, to cast their ballot. updated 39M ago

RFK Jr. admits putting dead bear cub in Central Park 10 years ago "I said let's go put the bear in Central Park and we'll make it look like it got hit by a bike," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in a video he posted on X. 1H ago

Tom Cotton: Americans won't want Harris to lead when they "get a better look" Sen. Tom Cotton, an Arkansas Republican, called for more press scrutiny of presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris. 19H ago

UAW president says Beshear, Walz are union's "top two" VP picks for Harris United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain said Sunday that Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are the union's top two picks to be Kamala Harris' running mate. 18H ago

Harris interviewing running mate contenders today Harris plans to campaign with her running mate in battlegrounds states this week. 13H ago

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South Florida, international impacts of crisis in Venezuela Jim DeFede focuses on the crisis in Venezuela with the director of the well-respected website Caracas Chronicles. 20H ago

Wasserman Schultz on Democratic Party's White House campaign; crisis in Venezuela Jim DeFede goes one-on-one with the congresswoman on two major issues. 20H ago

One-on-One with Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava Jim DeFede sits down with Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava who is running for reelection. Jul 28

"Red flags" popping up in debate around Florida abortion ballot initiative, state senator says Jim DeFede speaks with State Sen. Book about Gov. DeSantis' efforts to fight the abortion issue set to appear on Florida's ballot. Jul 21

Florida Republican Party chair says RNC reenergized party: "People are fired up" Jim DeFede spoke with Evan Power at the convention in Milwaukee just before Trump's speech. Jul 21

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Harry and Meghan launch initiative to address dangers of online harm The Duke and duch*ess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation. 22H ago

Chocolate lovers may want to limit their consumption, researchers say Portion control is key, say researchers in examining levels of lead, cadmium and arsenic in cocoa-laden products. Jul 31

Amazon responsible for recalling risky products on its site, feds say Defective carbon monoxide detectors and flammable sleepwear are among the recalled products cited in a federal report. Jul 30

More cinnamon recalled after tests find elevated levels of lead Public health alert and multiple recalls issued after dangerous contaminant found in several brands of the spice. Aug 1

Deadly multi-state Listeria outbreak linked to deli meat, CDC says A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters. Jul 23

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Shopping Best Apple iPads for college students in 2024 Get ready for back-to-school and discover which Apple iPad models are best suited for college students in 2024. Aug 2

Shopping The 7 best phones for seniors The latest smartphones can be complicated, but there are some much simpler options to keep you connected. Aug 2

Shopping TikTok's favorite electric spin scrubber is 48% off This TikTok-famous electric scrubber makes cleaning your bathroom a lot easier. Get it now for 48% off on Amazon. Aug 2

Shopping Head back to school with one of the 8 best e-bikes of the year Forget all that peddling. If you want to get around easily, but don't have a car, check out one of latest e-bikes. Aug 2

Shopping Do pest control companies seal holes? Mice, co*ckroaches and other pests can get into your home through holes. Luckily, pest control companies can help. Aug 2

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We've just entered the annual "100 Deadliest Days" for teen drivers. Here's how to stay safe. The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers. May 28

Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains. May 15

Gov. DeSantis signs package that includes sales tax holidays There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies May 8

More parents are supporting their adult children amid economic hardship, study finds Has mom and dad's bank been open too long at your house? Mar 18

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Aerosmith announces retirement from touring due to Steven Tyler's vocal injury Massachusetts-based rock band Aerosmith has announced that they're retiring from touring and cancelling their farewell tour due to lead singer Steven Tyler's vocal injury. Aug 2

Justin Timberlake's license suspended after Long Island DWI arrest Justin Timberlake's license was suspended Friday, as the singer pleaded not guilty to driving while intoxicated on Long Island. Aug 2

Judge overturns $4.7 billion verdict in "Sunday Ticket" case against NFL The jury ruled the NFL violated antitrust laws in distributing out-of-market Sunday afternoon games on a premium subscription service. Aug 1

Cardi B announces she is pregnant with third child Cardi B shared the pregnancy news on social media showing images of herself in a flowing red gown that exposes her baby bump. Aug 1

Timberlake's lawyer claims singer wasn't intoxicated when arrested for DWI Lawyers for singer Justin Timberlake claim their client was not intoxicated when he was arrested for driving while intoxicated in the Hamptons in June. Jul 26

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