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Naked Florida woman accused of battery punches firefighter trying to get her to cover up: PCSO

Naked Florida woman accused of battery punches firefighter trying to get her to cover up: PCSO

POLK CITY, Fla. - A battery complaint ended with a naked Florida woman wearing handcuffs after investigators said she punched a female firefighter who tried to get her to cover up. What we know: According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office,...

Owner:  Murdoch Family
Florida lawmakers will try again to repeal a medical malpractice law

Florida lawmakers will try again to repeal a medical malpractice law

If you're unmarried, childless and at least 25 years old in Florida, no one is able to sue on your behalf if you die from medical negligence. Florida is the only state with the restriction, which also prevents those 25 and older from suing over...

Owner:  State University System of Florida & American Government
Florida sheriff's office under fire for posting 9-year-old male's mug shot on Facebook after his felony arrest

Florida sheriff's office under fire for posting 9-year-old male's mug shot on Facebook after his felony arrest

Florida authorities arrested a 9-year-old male last Thursday after they say he brought a knife into his elementary school the day before and threatened classmates with it. The Putnam County Sheriff's Office said during one incident the suspect got...

Owner:  Glenn Beck & Mark Levin
Florida: Goodbye rainy season, hello cold fronts

Florida: Goodbye rainy season, hello cold fronts

Florida's rainy season lasts approximately 6 months, for most cities, between May and October. In some locations, especially those in the north, such as the Panhandle, the rainy season typically ends around the end of September and begins between...

Owner:  State University System of Florida & American Government
Florida Officials Are Revoking Medical Marijuana IDs From Patients And Caregivers With Drug Convictions Under Law Signed By DeSantis

Florida Officials Are Revoking Medical Marijuana IDs From Patients And Caregivers With Drug Convictions Under Law Signed By DeSantis

Florida medical marijuana officials are actively revoking the registrations of patients and caregivers with drug-related criminal records. The policy is part of broad budget legislation signed into law earlier this year by Gov. Ron DeSantis (R)....

Owner:  Thomas Angell
Florida surgeon general moves to END all vaccine mandates for children

Florida surgeon general moves to END all vaccine mandates for children

Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo does not take the issue of childhood vaccines likely — and is making major changes for the health and safety of Florida children. Florida is seeking to end all vaccine mandates, including those for...

Owner:  Glenn Beck & Mark Levin
Firehouse Subs® Opens 1,400th Restaurant In Clearwater, Florida

Firehouse Subs® Opens 1,400th Restaurant In Clearwater, Florida

October 16, 2025 // Franchising.com // JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Firehouse Subs has officially opened its 1,400th restaurant. The Clearwater restaurant is owned and operated by Colin Means, a Tampa-area franchisee whose journey reflects the...

Owner:  International Franchise Association
Florida teen accused of shooting himself in the leg while faking his own kidnapping

Florida teen accused of shooting himself in the leg while faking his own kidnapping

A Florida teenager is facing charges after allegedly faking his own kidnapping and shooting himself in the leg as part of the hoax, according to officials. Caden Speight, a 17-year-old from Citrus Springs, Florida, was arrested and charged on...

Owner:  Comcast Corporation
Florida teen allegedly staged kidnapping, shot himself in the leg

Florida teen allegedly staged kidnapping, shot himself in the leg

MARION COUNTY, Fla. (Court TV) — A 17-year-old Florida boy is facing multiple charges after authorities say he staged his own kidnapping, prompting a massive search operation that involved dozens of law enforcement officers and resources. Caden...

Owner:  The Scripps Family
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