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Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ now wants federal money
A federal appeals court last week ordered the center to remain open partially because it lacked federal ties
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Protester assaulted at Pulse crosswalk
Video footage shows a man kicking a person on the ground at the site of the formerly rainbow-colored crosswalk.
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Florida AG says people can openly carry guns starting this month
Uthmeier said the court’s ruling was effective ‘now,’ but his spokesman said there was a 15-day window
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Central Florida Ballroom Collective vogued and served face at ‘We’re Your Venus’
The event at the Mezz raised funds fabulously
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Florida lawmakers warn DOGE could cut support for LGBTQ programs
‘I think you need to be prepared for what is coming,’ warned Orlando state Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith
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Florida health insurance premiums to double for millions in 2026
‘We’re approaching a healthcare cliff right now,’ Florida Decides Healthcare spokesperson said
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Florida teachers union president slams intimidation after state threatens social media probe
The threat from Florida’s top education official comes after allegations of “despicable” comments being made online by teachers.
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Se7en Bites to host Pride parking space painting event
Artists will transform 49 parking spaces into colorful art installations
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Thornton Park’s Honey House Vintage to close this month
The Honey House concept, however, will live on at Orange Tree Antiques Mall
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Animal rights groups urge supporters to get Florida bear hunt permits
Bear hunting has long been controversial in the state, and this year will be the first time since 2015 that a hunt has been held
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These Florida sheriffs are no longer enforcing open-carry ban
Not all law enforcement agencies are dropping enforcement — at least not yet
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‘Send them home’: Florida leaders support revoking visas of those praising Charlie Kirk’s death
Ingoglia, Uthmeier argue admission into the U.S. is a ‘privilege’ that shouldn’t be extended to immigrants who praise Kirk’s murder
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UCF received threats that ‘directly targeted’ Black students
Several Historically Black Colleges and Universities said Thursday they received threats
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Florida official threatens probe of teachers who post ‘despicable comments’ about Charlie Kirk killing
Education Commissioner warned that teaching certificates could be on the line, pending investigation
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The Center Orlando launches queer arts festival Q Fest
The interactive LGBTQ+ theater festival is set to take place over four days in November
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UCF police investigate ‘threat’ made to school
The message comes a day after the on-campus fatal shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University
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We’re Your Venus party serves face, film and ballroom for community and a good cause in Orlando
The Central Florida Ballroom Collective takes over the Mezz on Saturday
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Gov. DeSantis, Florida leaders respond to Charlie Kirk shooting
Political leaders urged people to pray following news that the conservative commentator was shot to death
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Florida court rules open carry ban is unconstitutional
It’s unclear when it might become common for people to begin openly carrying guns
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Near majority of Florida Republicans oppose redistricting
Although Gov. Ron DeSantis says he’s intent on pursuing a mid-decade congressional redistricting, the majority of Floridians do not agree