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Noting ‘political risk,’ Florida Republican reveals plan to cut property taxes
‘We will be the first state in the country to take a dramatic step toward eliminating the most hated tax in America’
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‘Gas station morphine’: Florida issues emergency rule for kratom 7-OH
The announcement comes after AG James Uthmeier listed 7-OH as a Schedule 1 substance, placing it alongside drugs like heroin and LSD
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Conservation group launches lawsuit against Florida bear hunt
Bear Warriors United argues killing ‘187 bears will cause imminent and irreparable harm to the Florida black bear species’
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Disney World’s oldest gorilla, Gino, has died
The beloved gorilla and original Animal Kingdom inhabitant leaves behind a legacy of family and conservation
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Florida Democrat revives effort to end controversial taxpayer-funded anti-abortion program
If you didn’t know your tax dollars support the anti-abortion movement, now you do.
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Guest dies after riding Epic Universe’s Stardust Racers
The man was found unresponsive after riding the coaster Wednesday
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Orlando’s Hispanic Heritage Month art exhibition is now open
And a community celebration is on its way
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Universal Orlando confirms development in Lost Continent area
The Lost Continent is about to be truly lost
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Police can’t find woman who drowned her dog in MCO bathroom
The miniature schnauzer named Tywinn was found dead in the bathroom in December 2024
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Orange County leaders defend spending on homeless services after scolding by Florida DOGE
Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia criticized Orange County on Monday, alleging nearly $200 million in ‘wasteful spending’
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Man in scuba gear robbed Disney restaurant then swam away
He stole thousands of dollars after arriving in goggles and a full wetsuit
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Orange County indulged in nearly $200M of ‘wasteful spending,’ CFO Ingoglia says
Ingoglia said the county has OK’d more than $190M in ‘excessive and wasteful spending’
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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