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Dec 24 2025POLITICS

Florida's Catholic Leaders Ask for a Break in Immigration Actions

Florida's Catholic bishops have a request for President Trump. They want him to take a break from immigration enforcement until after the Christmas holidays. They believe this would show kindness to families affected by these actions. The bishops sent a letter on Monday. It was addressed to both Pr

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Dec 23 2025EDUCATION

Texas' New School Voucher Program: What Families Should Know

Texas is set to launch a new education savings account (ESA) program in the 2026-27 school year. This program will allow families to use public funds for private school tuition, homeschooling, or other educational expenses. The application process for families will open on February 4, while accredit

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Dec 20 2025OPINION

Florida's Political Shifts and Student Journalism: A Closer Look

Florida's political landscape is changing fast. Governor Ron DeSantis is making waves as he runs for president. His recent moves in the state legislature are shaping Florida's future. But what does this mean for students and journalists? Student journalists are also making their mark. The Alligator

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Dec 14 2025HEALTH

Florida's Bold Move: Vaccine Rules Under Fire

Florida is making waves by considering changes to its school vaccine rules. The state's top health official, Joseph Ladapo, is leading this charge. He's known for questioning the science behind vaccines and COVID-19 safety measures. This has drawn a lot of criticism from medical experts. The propos

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Dec 13 2025CRYPTO

Texas Takes First Step into Crypto with $5M Investment

Texas has made a bold move into the world of cryptocurrency. The state has invested $5 million in a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). This is a big deal because it could be the start of something new: a state-run crypto reserve. But it's not just about the money. It's about what this could mean fo

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Dec 13 2025CRIME

Roblox Under Fire: Florida's Fight for Kids' Safety

Florida is making a big move against Roblox. They say the game lets adults pretend to be kids. This makes it easy for them to talk to real children. The state claims Roblox is not doing enough to stop this. Investigators made fake accounts for kids aged 7, 8, and 10. They found these accounts could

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Dec 10 2025CRIME

Florida's Execution Record: A Closer Look at Recent Events

Florida has been making headlines lately for its high number of executions. In a recent case, a 58-year-old man named Mark Geralds was put to death for a crime he committed over three decades ago. This was the 18th execution in Florida this year alone, setting a new record for the state. Geralds wa

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Florida's Bold Move: Labeling a US Muslim Group as a Terrorist Organization

Florida has taken a significant step by labeling the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as a foreign terrorist organization. This decision, made by Governor Ron DeSantis, follows a similar action taken by Texas Governor Greg Abbott. It's important to note that only the federal government h

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Dec 09 2025WEATHER

Florida's Unexpected Chill: What's Behind the Sudden Cold Snap?

Florida, known for its warm weather, has been experiencing unusually cold temperatures. This sudden change is due to a polar vortex, a large area of low pressure and cold air around the Earth's poles, which has expanded and sent frigid air southward. The cold front has brought temperatures down sign

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Dec 06 2025SCIENCE

Florida's Sky Show: Where to Catch the Next Rocket Launch

Florida is about to put on a sky show, and you won't want to miss it. The next rocket launch is set for Sunday, December 7, from the Kennedy Space Center near Cape Canaveral. This isn't just any launch; it's a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying 29 Starlink satellites into space. The best part? You migh

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