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Florida's New Senate Powerhouse: Meet Ashley Moody

January 17, 2025

Imagine this: a lawyer turned judge, then attorney general, and now, Florida's newest senator. That's the story of Ashley Moody, who's taking over Marco Rubio's seat in the U. S. Senate. Governor Ron DeSantis picked Moody, praising her as a tough prosecutor ready to tackle big issues like immigratio

sports

SEC Basketball Weekend: Can Arkansas Avoid an 0-3 SEC Start Against Florida?

January 11, 2025

This weekend in the SEC features some top matchups, with teams like Tennessee and Kentucky facing tough challenges. But one game stands out: Florida at Arkansas. The Razorbacks, led by Coach John Calipari, are at risk of going 0-3 in conference play. Calipari’s last time experiencing such a start wa

business

Macy’s: Saying Goodbye to Some South Florida Stores

January 11, 2025

Some big news for shoppers in South Florida: a few Macy’s stores and Furniture Galleries are packing up and saying goodbye. Macy’s recently announced their plan to close around 150 stores across the country that aren’t performing well. In South Florida, this means a handful of stores are on the chop

sports

Florida Heats Up with NHL's Outdoor Games in 2026

January 9, 2025

Imagine playing ice hockey in the sunshine! That's what the NHL has planned for 2026. The league is shaking things up by hosting two outdoor games in Florida. On January 2, the Florida Panthers will face the New York Rangers at loanDepot park, home of the Miami Marlins. This will be the first NHL ga

sports

Tennessee Coach Rick Barnes on Lessons Learned from Florida Loss

January 8, 2025

Tennessee's head coach, Rick Barnes, didn't hold back after his team's 73-43 loss to Florida. He credited Florida's defense and their ability to control the boards as key factors in the game. Barnes admitted that Tennessee struggled with shot selection and lost their poise, leading to a disconnected

weather

Florida Braces for Freezing Temperatures: A Surprising Weather Shift

January 6, 2025

A chilly surprise is headed to Florida, with the National Weather Service warning that a cold front from the northwest is about to bring freezing temperatures. This isn't your typical Florida weather, so it's important to pay attention. The cold air is expected to hit northern Florida the hardest, w

technology

Judge Steps into VR for Courtroom Crime Scene Tour

January 4, 2025

Imagine standing in a courtroom, but instead of looking at photos or watching CCTV footage, the judge puts on a virtual reality (VR) headset. This isn't science fiction; it happened in Broward County, Florida. Judge Andrew Siegel decided to see things from a different perspective—literally. He agree

entertainment

No Drones for Dallas New Year's: Safety Concerns After Florida Crash

December 31, 2024

You know how Reunion Tower in Dallas usually has a cool drone show for New Year's Eve? Well, this year, the drones are a no-go. Why, you ask? A drone provider from Coppell, Texas, called Sky Elements, decided to back out after a little mishap in Florida. A spokesperson from Reunion Tower said Sky El

crime

Train Crash in Florida: Fire Truck on Tracks

December 29, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, a fire truck in Florida drove onto train tracks after waiting for another train to pass. This led to a devastating crash with a high-speed passenger train on Saturday morning. The incident happened in bustling downtown Delray Beach, leaving 15 people injured, includin

education

Unlocking Black History: Florida Students Learn Beyond School Walls

December 28, 2024

Florida may have required African American history in schools for decades, but many students still receive incomplete lessons. This gap has led to community efforts like Charlene Farrington's Saturday classes at the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum in Delray Beach. Here, students delve into South Flor