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Americans In Climate-Threatened Regions Anxious For Solutions From World Summit
Florida "frequently cited as ground zero for climate change;" flooded beach towns will be abandoned along millions of miles of coastlines.
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‘A Surprise To All Of Us': Reactions To DeSantis's Call For Special Session On Vaccines Mandates
DeSantis's announcement to call the session was termed "a distraction" and "a direct swipe at the Biden administration," the report states.
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Some School Districts Sold On Strict Mask Mandates Are Now Softening Their Policies
It's occurring whether a decline in COVID cases, the ability to vaccinate students as young as 12, or intense pressure from state officials.
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Risk Analysis: Florida Among Four States Most Threatened By Climate-Caused Flooding
Florida is one of four states most at risk of severe damage due to flooding caused by climate change.
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DeSantis, In Rhetorical Shift, De-Emphasizes Promotion Of COVID Vaccines
Currently DeSantis "spends more time fighting with the Biden administration and school boards" rather than encouraging vaccination - report.
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Redistricting Panels Weigh Issues, Including Concerns About Internet Access
Democrats raised fresh concerns Wednesday during hearings on new district maps for Florida House and Senate and congressional seats.
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DeSantis Squares Off Against Feds Over Potential Threats To School Officials
DeSantis said he plans to defy the Justice Department, adding he believes Att. General Merrick Garland's edict "is designed to intimidate."
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U.S. Rep Castor, Other Climate Leaders Call For Passage Of Biden's Historic Climate Agenda
Congresswoman Kathy Castor of Tampa is a longtime proponent of creating clean, green jobs, replacing legacy jobs, the report states.
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Abuse Survivors At Old Florida Reform Schools Want Compensation For Sexual And Physical Suffering
The "horrific experiences and abusive practices" reportedly took place between 1940 and 1975, according to those who told their stories.
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S. Poverty Law Center Focuses On Federal Legislation Following Loss In Amendment 4 Appeal
The court's ruling indicated the women represented by the SPLC "failed to show" they were intentionally singled out, the report says.
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FL Wetlands, Waterways Face Development And Potential Harm As Vacated Trump Rules Linger
Trump's decision still in place could cause "serious environmental harm," according to a U.S. District Court judge's Aug. 31 ruling.
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U.S. Sees Uptick In Anti-Asian Hate; Fla., Democrats Want Students To Learn About Asian American History
This curriculum request from lawmakers follows 18 months of hate, violence, and discrimination against Asian Americans and Asian immigrants.
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Saying “I Believe His Time Is Up,” State Sen. Annette Taddeo Runs To Unseat DeSantis
Filing paperwork Monday, Taddeo also criticized DeSantis's COVID-19 policies, including mask mandates in public schools, the report states.
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2022 Governor's Race: Top Democrat Contenders Are Up Against DeSantis's Stockpile Of Funds
The top contenders for the Democratic gubernatorial primary in 2022, U.S. Rep. Crist and Agriculture Commissioner Fried, are compiling cash.
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COVID's Impacts On Student Mental Health Are ‘Widespread And Deeply Concerning'; DeSantis Touts Initiatives
The turbulent and stressful COVID-19 crisis has impacted mental health issues, including instances of suicidal thoughts among students.
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Charlie Crist Vows To Push For Legalizing Marijuana: ‘Countless Floridians Have Had Their Lives Ruined'
In his campaign for governor of Florida in 2022, U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist on Thursday vowed to support legalizing recreational pot.
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State Health Department Report: More Than Half Of Young Kids, Teens In Florida Vaccinated
An official from the state health department told lawmakers recently more than half of young people have been vaccinated against COVID-19.
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Top Democrat On Fla., House Redistricting Panel Calls For Public Hearings; No Response From GOP Chair
The top-ranking Democrat on the Florida House Redistricting Committee again called for public hearings to receive citizen comments.
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Glimmer Of Hope Appears For Virtual Public Hearings On Florida's Redistricting
It is an issue that "the public cares deeply about," said Skidmore of Palm Beach County, the ranking Democrat on the panel.
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Will New Dashboard Focused On Financial Factors Help Or Hurt Students In Picking College Majors?
Come January, Florida students interested in attending a state university will have a new dashboard to consider a specific college major.