Covering All Things Florida
Wednesday, November 15, 2023 – Over seven million residents along Florida’s eastern coast, from Cape Canaveral to Miami, are bracing for potentially severe flooding. The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch effective from Wednesday to Thursday, encompassing major urban areas such as Melbourne, West Palm Beach, and Fort Lauderdale.
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is bracing for a record-breaking Thanksgiving travel period, with daily passenger volumes anticipated to average around 80,000 during the 11-day holiday stretch from November 16 to November 26. This surge in traffic is expected to peak on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and the subsequent Sunday, with estimates suggesting as many as 84,000 to 87,000 passengers on each of these days.
Since the October 7th attack on Israel by Hamas, members of Florida’s Jewish community have responded in a multitude of different ways. Some fight the battle here at home, facing stepped up antisemitic activities, while others are taking an even more direct approach to fighting terror.
Tallahassee, FL – A new bill introduced in the Florida House of Representatives for the 2024 session has sparked a heated debate over the protection and preservation of historical monuments in the state. House Bill 395, proposed by Representative Dean Black (R) of Jacksonville, aims to enforce stringent measures against the removal or alteration of historical monuments and memorials, including those commemorating Confederate figures.
Tallahassee, FL – In a decision last week, U.S. District Judge Roy Altman upheld a controversial Florida law prohibiting student transgender athletes who are biological males from participating in women’s and girls’ sports teams. This ruling came on Monday as part of a 39-page decision in response to a lawsuit challenging the 2021 law.
In a contentious and emotionally charged Special Session, the Florida House of Representatives became an arena of intense debate over a resolution introduced by Rep. Angie Nixon, a Democrat from Jacksonville. The resolution, which pleaded for a cease-fire in the conflict between Israel and Hamas, swiftly ignited controversy and drew criticism from within her party as well as across the aisle.
If you are planning to visit Daytona Beach anytime soon, you might want to keep an eye out for Crystal, a 10-foot-long great white shark that has been spotted several times in the area. Crystal is one of the many sharks that are tagged and tracked by OCEARCH, a non-profit organization.
The 2023 Florida Freedom Summit, hosted by the Republican Party of Florida, was a high energy showcase of the GOP presidential candidates and their visions for the future of the country. The event, held at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida, on November 4th, attracted more than 3,000 attendees who cheered and booed the speakers throughout the day.
In the wake of the Israel Hamas war, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has issued a statewide call to action for Floridians to remain vigilant and proactive in reporting any suspicious activities. The move comes as the US experiences increased tensions as a result of the Israel Hamas war, along with what many perceive as an open border. Addressing the public from Palm Beach County after a high-level security briefing with law enforcement officials, Moody articulated an “enhanced threat” level that could potentially inspire acts of violence within the United States.
The advancement of urban mobility has taken a significant stride forward with Tampa International Airport’s landmark demonstration of the Volocopter electric air taxi. This flight test, representing the first of its kind at a major U.S. airport, heralds a potential paradigm shift in the transportation network within the Tampa Bay region.
In a recent development that marks a significant fiscal milestone, Space X CEO Elon Musk announced on Thursday that the aerospace company’s internet division, Starlink, has reached a state of breakeven cash flow. This achievement signals a robust stride towards the financial viability of the project, which was previously mired in negative cash flow. Musk, who relayed the announcement via his social media platform X, lauded his team’s exceptional work but did not elaborate on the specifics of the financial marker, including whether it was calculated on an operating basis or over a certain financial period.
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Florida’s legislative leaders have announced a special session to tackle a robust agenda, featuring heightened state sanctions against Iran and extended aid for Hurricane Idalia victims. The session, proclaimed by Senate President Kathleen Passidomo and House Speaker Paul Renner, is scheduled to run from November 6 to November 9.
