Covering All Things Florida
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) .
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Florida’s roads are getting busier, but the gas tax revenue that pays for their upkeep is heading in the opposite direction—and electric vehicles are at the center of it. According to a new report by Florida TaxWatch, the Sunshine State is losing as much as $78 million a year in fuel tax revenue thanks to the rising popularity of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. And with more Floridians plugging in instead of filling up, lawmakers are grappling with how to replace that lost income.
Thinking about moving to Florida? A new study shows this may…or may not be the right time, depending on where you want to live.
Students, parents and teachers continue to speak out in the case of Brevard County school teacher Melissa Calhoun, a veteran educator at Satellite High School in Brevard County, Florida. Calhoun, as of now, will not have her teaching contract renewed following a February 2025 incident in which she used a student’s preferred name without parental consent, violating a 2023 Florida state law.
Turn out the lights; the party’s over. That’s the message to spring breakers who have for decades traditionally descended on Panama City Beach.
