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Combatting Overdoses: The SPOT’s Mission to Prevent Spring Break Deaths

As spring break continues, Care Resource's Special Purpose Outreach Team (The SPOT) gears up for a renewed effort to ensure the safety of beachgoers.

Florida Prisoner Indicted for Threatening to Kill Federal Judge

A state prisoner in Florida has been indicted for threatening to kill a federal judge.

Former Jacksonville Jaguars Employee Embezzled $22 Million

A former Jacksonville Jaguars employee was sentenced to federal prison for embezzling in excess of $22 million.

How Much Money Does Florida Lottery Generate in Education Funding?

The Florida Lottery is celebrating a significant milestone in its unwavering support for education.

Mississippi Speaker’s Son, College QB Arrested on Spring Break in Florida

An underage Spring Breaker who was arrested in Florida is the Mississippi House Speaker's son and a college quarterback.

Governor Deploys Personnel, Assets to Florida Keys to Stop Potential Invasion

Saying that Florida "faces the possibility of invasion," Governor Ron DeSantis has ordered additional state assets to the Keys and waters of South Florida.

Florida Lottery Joins Industry Leaders to Recognize Problem Gambling Awareness

This month, the Florida Lottery joined the National Council on Problem Gambling to acknowledge the significance of problem gambling.

Florida Powerball Ticket Wins $1 Million Prize

One Powerball ticket sold in Florida matched all five white balls to win $1 million prize.

Another Young Guns Defendant Indicted on First-Degree Murder

Another Young Guns defendant has been indicted on first-degree murder in Florida.

Florida AG Acts Against Charity Not Directing Funds to Cancer Patients as Promised

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is taking legal action in federal court against a charity that claimed to raise funds for cancer patients.

AAA: Florida Gas Prices Inch Lower after Reaching New 2024 High

According to AAA, Florida gas prices inch lower after reaching a new 2024 high.

Florida Governor Surges State Assets to Maintain Spring Break Law and Order

Governor DeSantis said Florida is surging law enforcement personnel and assets across the state to maintain spring break law and order.

Florida Governor, Attorney General Take Action to Eliminate Retail Theft

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Attorney General Ashley Moody are taking action to eliminate retail theft in the Sunshine State.

Florida Man Murdered Childhood Friend

A Florida man was sentenced for murdering his childhood friend.

U.S. Attorney Highlights Prosecutions of True Threats, Hate Crimes Cases

Results of efforts to combat disturbing spike in threats against public officials, and religious institutions, as well as hate crimes in Florida.

$30,000 Winning Fantasy 5 Lottery Ticket Sold in Florida Set to Expire

The Florida Lottery announced that a FANTASY 5 top prize-winning ticket worth $30,063.49 remains unclaimed. The winning numbers are...

Florida’s Lemon Law Leads to $500 Million in Relief Recovered for Floridians

Attorney General Ashley Moody highlighted success of Florida’s Lemon Law Arbitration Division, which secured $500 million in relief for Floridians.

Florida Man Committed Wire Fraud Related to NASA’s Space Launch System

A Florida man committed wire fraud related to NASA's space launch system.

Florida State Guard Graduates 205 from Initial Entry Training Class

Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Florida State Guard graduated 205 soldiers from the February Initial Entry Training.

Legislation Authorizes Release of Jeffrey Epstein Grand Jury Documents

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed bill allowing for public release of grand jury documents related to 2006 Florida investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

Governor DeSantis Appoints Four South Florida Judges

Florida Governor DeSantis announced two judicial appointments to Eleventh Circuit Court and two judicial appointments to Miami-Dade County Court.

University of Florida Ends All DEI, Reallocates $5 Million

The University of Florida has ended all diversity, equity, inclusion spending to comply with a state law pushed by Republican Governor Ron DeSantis.

Brothers Who Grew Up in Law Enforcement Family Raise Money for Officers in Need

Brothers in Florida who grew up in a law enforcement family raise money for officers in need.

Millions to Expand Rural Broadband Access in Florida

Governor Ron DeSantis awarded nearly $223 million to expand broadband internet access to Floridians, including small and rural communities.

Florida Uber Driver Sells Mushrooms, LSD to Visiting Narcotics Investigators

A Florida Uber driver is facing felony drug charges after trying to sell mushrooms and LSD to visiting undercover narcotics investigators.

Six from Georgia Arrested after FDLE Retail Theft Investigation

Six members of an organized retail theft ring from Georgia accused of stealing from big box retailers in Florida.

Florida TaxWatch Announces 2023-24 Principal Leadership Awards Winners

Florida TaxWatch announced 2023-24 Principal Leadership Awards winners, recognizing successful principals from high-risk K-12 public schools.

Officer and Police Dispatcher Help Homeless Woman

An Officer and a Police Dispatcher helped a homeless woman and hope to establish a non-profit to create a way to help out other people.

Florida Welcomed Israeli Technology Companies for Pitch Day at Capital

Florida recently welcomed Israeli technology companies for Pitch Day at the capital.

Florida Woman in Scuba Mask Arrested for Actions during Jan. 6 Capitol Breach

A Florida woman wearing a scuba mask during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 has been arrested on felony and misdemeanor charges.