A bite of reality for the governor | Letters to the editor
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- DeSantis argued that the abortion amendment was too broad and would create California-like abortion legislation.
- He warned of marijuana stores popping up everywhere in the state, claiming that the quality of life would be affected by the proposed amendment.
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- To qualify for the discount, drivers must have at least 35 toll transactions per month and use the SunPass transponder system.
- In addition to the toll reduction, the governor announced the immediate start of a major reconstruction of the Golden Glades interchange in Miami-Dade County to enhance traffic flow.
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A federal judge says migrants can sue the company that flew them to Martha's Vineyard
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- The 50 Venezuelans were promised work and housing opportunities after being flown from Texas to Massachusetts.
- The lawsuit can proceed against Florida-based Vertol Systems Co. for targeting the plaintiffs due to their Latinx background.
- The ruling was seen as a victory in holding private companies accountable for assisting in violating immigrant rights.
DeSantis blamed undocumented immigrants for health care costs. But hospital data says no.
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Part of a crane falls on Fort Lauderdale bridge, killing 1 person and injuring 3 others
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Family mystified after elderly Florida couple married for 60 years killed in their home
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DeSantis signs bill putting tribal gambling revenues toward wildlife preservation
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Trump called Florida’s 6-week abortion ban a ‘terrible mistake.’ He’ll say more next week
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Ex-DeSantis aide had $6.5K a month contract with state attorney Bain’s office: A former top aide to Gov. Ron DeSantis inked a $6,500-a-month public relations ...
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Power Of The Pest: How Jared Moskowitz Helped Wreck The Impeachment Inquiry: The Florida Democrat seems to have mastered the art of getting to James Comer ...
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I went hunting for invasive iguanas in Florida. Not much went according to plan.: The United States, besieged by invasive species, is hoping we can hunt — and ...
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Gabby Petito-inspired law, bills aimed at protecting kids, signed by DeSantis: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed several bills aimed at protecting ...
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Spirit Airlines worker on 'power trip' caught on video hurling the F-word at a passenger
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Judge blocks request to depose top DeSantis aides in travel records lawsuit: The legal wrangling over the records started last summer.
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Maxwell: Florida’s abortion vote: 3 justices tried to block it. 2 will be on your ballot this fall | Commentary
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- Scheduled to begin this fall, the project is set to last a decade, a significant improvement compared to previous estimations of up to twenty-five years.
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Levion Parker ID’d as Man Who Jumped to Death on Royal Caribbean Cruise: Witnesses said he appeared drunk and was fighting with his dad, according to reports.
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Commentary: Despite social-media age limit’s good intentions, it is blatant government overreach
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Will voters in 2024 election be swayed by culture war issues?: Anti-trans legislation, CRT and DEI have made headlines in recent years.
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Gov. Ron DeSantis suspends Orlando’s Regina Hill following felony indictment: Gov. Ron DeSantis formally suspended Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill Monday ...
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Surge in Haitian migrants hasn’t hit Florida shores, so far. What happened?: The predictions were dire: Florida was on the verge of experiencing an onslaught of ...
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Want to buy a ‘starter’ home? Here’s how much you’ll need to earn in South Florida
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Couple married for nearly 60 years shot to death in Fort Lauderdale. Police offer reward
miamiherald.com/news/local/crime/article287350495.html
Former Dolphins player Vontae Davis found dead in his South Florida home: Former NFL cornerback Vontae Davis has been found dead in his South Florida home
abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory/former-dolphins-colts-player-vontae-davis-found-dead-108718328
Quick Glance: Ex-NFL CB Vontae Davis Found Deceased at 35 in South Florida
- Vontae Davis, a former NFL cornerback, was discovered deceased in a residential area in South Florida by Davie police on Monday.
- Investigators determined that his passing showed no signs of foul play as the inquiry continues.
- Davis made waves in 2018 when he unexpectedly retired during a Buffalo Bills game against the Miami Dolphins.
- Throughout his decade-long NFL career, Davis earned two Pro Bowl selections and concluded with 22 interceptions, 97 passes defended, and 395 tackles in 121 games.
Gov. Ron DeSantis suspends Orlando city commissioner accused of stealing 96-year-old's money
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Man drowns in Fort Lauderdale canal while retrieving radio-controlled boat from mangroves
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As Brightline and Tri-Rail up their service games, is there a case for motorists to bid adieu to I-95?
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Passover 2024: There’s still time to register for a Seder in South Florida: Many Passover Seders are open to the public in 2024. Passover begins on April 22 and ...
sun-sentinel.com/2024/04/17/passover-2024-theres-still-time-to-register-for-a-seder-in-south-florida/
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