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Kangaroo On The Loose Gets FWC Hopping

In an unusual turn of events, residents of St. Cloud, Florida, were somewhat surprised on Monday afternoon when a kangaroo was spotted hopping along Hickory Tree Road, a busy thoroughfare in Osceola County. The sighting prompted the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to leap into action leading to the safe capture of the marsupial and filing charges subsequent charges against its owner.

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Clearwater Condos Evacuated After Structural Crack Found

Clearwater Condos Evacuated After Structural Crack Found

South Beach III condos in Clearwater, Florida
South Beach III condos. Photo: LippyRealEstate.com

Approximately 60 residents were evacuated from the 12-story South Beach III condominium at 1460 Gulf Boulevard in Clearwater on Tuesday, May 6, after construction workers discovered a significant crack in a concrete support column within the building’s ground-level parking garage. The crack, reportedly over two feet wide, raised immediate concerns about the structural integrity of the building.

Man And Dog Killed In Suspected Black Bear Attack

Man And Dog Killed In Suspected Black Bear Attack

Collier County authorities responded to the site of a suspected black bear attack Monday morning. Photo: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Collier County authorities responded to the site of a suspected black bear attack Monday morning. Photo: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

A man and his dog were found dead early Monday morning in what wildlife officials are investigating as a suspected bear attack in rural Collier County, Florida. The incident occurred near the intersection of State Road 29 and U.S. 41, just south of the Big Cypress Wildlife Management Area, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) .

Bill To Ban Student Cell Phone Use “Bell To Bell” Passes Florida Legislature

Bill To Ban Student Cell Phone Use “Bell To Bell” Passes Florida Legislature

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Less is more – that’s the thinking of the Florida legislature when it comes to the use of cell phones in schools. Last week, Florida lawmakers passed legislation that expands restrictions on student cellphone use in public schools. The new measures, part of Senate Bill 1296, prohibit the use of cellphones throughout the entire school day for elementary and middle school students and initiate a pilot program to test similar restrictions in select high schools.

Tampa Teacher Turned Soldier: Jesse Davidson’s Journey to the Front Lines of Israel-Hamas Conflict

Tampa Teacher Turned Soldier: Jesse Davidson’s Journey to the Front Lines of Israel-Hamas Conflict

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Tampa Teacher Jesse Davidson serves in the Israeli Defense Force Reserves. He was called to active duty following the October 7th massacre by Hamas. Photo: Jesse Davidson/Facebook

Since the October 7th 2023 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.

Florida’s Job Market Stays Steady, But Where You Live Makes a Big Difference

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Trades led the way in new Florida jobs. Photo: Wikipedia Commons

Whether you live here or are considering moving to Florida, you may be wondering how Florida is doing in terms of jobs. The March numbers have just been released, and the news is mixed, depending on which part of the Sunshine State you live in.

Florida Legislature Considering Bill To Allow Homeowners To Shoot Down Drones

Florida Legislature Considering Bill To Allow Homeowners To Shoot Down Drones

Florida lawmakers are weighing a new bill that would give homeowners the right to use “reasonable force” against drones flying over their property—a move likely triggered by a spike in unexplained drone sightings last year centered around New Jersey. That “reasonable force” might involve shooting the drone out of the air under some circumstances.

File photo of a typical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle, commonly known as “drones”
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How to Erase Your Personal Data from the Internet

How to Erase Your Personal Data from the Internet

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In today’s hyper-connected world, your personal information—name, address, phone number, even your birthdate—is a valuable commodity. Data brokers and people-search websites, such as Whitepages, Spokeo, and Intelius, collect and sell this data to advertisers, scammers, and cybercriminals, often without your consent. With over 4,000 data brokers amassing profiles on more than 500 million consumers globally, the risk of identity theft, phishing scams, and unwanted spam has never been higher. Fortunately, a growing suite of automated data removal services and proactive strategies can help you reclaim control over your digital footprint.

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UF Study Shows Most Alligator Attacks On Humans Result From ‘Risky Behavior’

An alligator inside Kennedy Space Center
An alligator inside Kennedy Space Center.
Photo: Charles Boyer / Florida Media Now

Florida’s subtropical climate and extensive wetlands provide an ideal habitat for the American alligator, a species so prevalent that it can be found in all 67 counties across the state. With an estimated population of 1.3 million, the alligator has become both a symbol of Florida’s natural heritage and a regular presence in its backyards, golf courses, and waterways. As urban development continues to encroach on these reptiles’ natural environments, it is more important than ever for residents and visitors to understand how to safely coexist with them.