Florida's plan to end vaccine mandates is raising concerns about polio

Florida is set to become the first state to eliminate vaccine mandates. Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo announced plans last month that would affect not only school-age children but also adults. The state health department currently requires a...

Florida Abortion Biz Closes. “We Watched Them Remove Equipment”

We have big news out of Florida today, as 40 Days for Life participants in the Sunshine State report yet ANOTHER abortion business has gone out of business. The Fort Lauderdale 40 Days for Life team had a front-row seat for the facility’s demise....

Metro Diner opens first restaurant in Palm Harbor, Florida

Restaurant chain Metro Diner has opened its inaugural restaurant in Palm Harbor in the US state of Florida – its sixth location in the Tampa Bay area. The new diner is situated at 35000 US Highway 19N in The Fountains shopping centre. Access...

From St. Augustine to Disney, some of Florida's most haunted spots

Florida is considered by some to be one of the most haunted states in the U.S., with numerous locations rumored to have paranormal activity. The May-Stringer House in Brooksville is frequently cited as one of Florida's most haunted places, with...

Boating Industry names 2025 Bold Moves winners

Boating Industry‘s Movers & Shakers program highlights dedicated leaders who push the boundaries. The 2025 Bold Moves winners have demonstrated how vision and determination can transform businesses for the better while turning bold ideas into...

DJI appeals inclusion on Pentagon's 'Chinese military companies' list

In this photo illustration, a DJI Mavic 2 Pro made by the Chinese drone maker hovers in place on Dec 15, 2021 in Miami, Florida. [Photo/Agencies] DJI, the world's largest commercial drone manufacturer by market share, said on Tuesday that it has...

Was a comet really seen over Florida skies tonight? Here's the truth

Several Florida residents took to social media on Monday night, sharing photos and videos of what they believed was a comet streaking across the sky. Some even claimed they saw the object "breaking in two" over Panama. SpaceX's mega rocket...

Childcare industry leaders and educators push to solve childcare crisis at Orlando conference

ORLANDO, Fla. — Industry leaders, educators and policy makers continue to push the needle to solve the childcare crisis. It takes all three to come up with ideas on what's working, and what isn't. “I remember being a teacher and having, you know,...

News Collaborative of Central Florida seeking a project manager

The News Collaborative of Central Florida is looking for a strategic and proactive individual to serve as a contract Project Manager. The Collaborative is a group of independent local news outlets and aligned partners working toward a more...

Where did Florida county names come from? Here's Alachua to Columbia

Many Florida counties are named after historical figures, including Confederate officers and U.S. senators. Several counties derive their names from geographic features like bays or from Native American words. Some county names have changed over...

Pensacola business owner warns others of downtown construction projects impacting sales

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- The Florida Department of Transportation has reached month six of their $22 million West Garden Street Road project. It's a small portion of updating the Highway 98-corridor from Pace Boulevard to Interstate 110. One business...

Can motorized scooters legally use bike lanes in Florida? Here’s the answer

ORLANDO, Fla. – News 6 traffic safety expert Trooper Steve Montiero answers viewer questions twice per week in a segment called “Ask Trooper Steve.” Trooper Steve on Tuesday was asked, "Can a motorized scooter use the bicycle lane?” Every so...

Central Florida startup transforms plastic bags into farm fertilizer using worms

ORLANDO, Fla. – An Orlando startup called Wriggle Brew is pioneering a unique approach to two major environmental problems: plastic pollution and fertilizer runoff. Wriggle Brew organic fertilizer is ready to ship to customers. (WKMG-TV)Founded by...

As Florida plans to end vaccine mandates, polio could become harder to diagnose

Florida is set to become the first state to eliminate vaccine mandates. Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo announced plans last month that would affect not only school-age children but also adults. The state health department currently requires a...

Western Kentucky vs. Florida International Oct. 14: TV, Stream

The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (5-1) and the Florida International Panthers (2-3) play on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium in a battle of CUSA opponents. Watch college football live without cable. Stream ACC,...

Florida, National Groups File Suit Over ‘Anti-Public Adjuster’ Endorsements

At least six property insurers in Florida have opened a new front in their battle against public claims adjusters – policy endorsements that strongly discourage property owners’ use of public adjusters altogether. And the National Association of...

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 10.14.25

Good Tuesday morning. Jim Boyd will be formally designated Florida’s next Senate President on Tuesday in the Senate Chamber. The Senate’s Republican Caucus meeting is scheduled to convene at 2 p.m. Sens. Jay Trumbull and Danny Burgess will make...

Business Orlando Sentinel While Florida Starship missions wait, SpaceX launches latest Texas test flight

SpaceX launched its 11th test flight of the powerful Starship and Super Heavy rocket from its Texas site Starbase on Monday as it moved ahead in its goals to achieve an operational rocket that could eventually launch from Florida. Liftoff came at...

Louisville foodservice distributor acquires Florida-based company as it expands footprint

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A Louisville-based foodservice distributor plans to grow by acquiring Florida-based Premier Produce. What Chefs Want, previously known as Creation Gardens, said the acquisition will add 3,100 customer locations to its...

Florida House Rep proposes reduced gun age law for fourth straight year

Nov. 07, 2021 – Miami: Florida Gun Shows Credit: YES Market Media / Shutterstock A Florida House Republican has again filed legislation that would reduce the minimum to buy a firearm in the state from 21 to 18 years of age. The proposal (HB 133),...