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$3,100 Emergency Cash for Families in Florida – Don’t Miss Out!

Huntington News - West Virginia · June 6, 2025

Thousands of families in Florida are now eligible for an emergency cash benefit of $3,100 aimed at providing direct financial relief during these challenging economic times. With rising living costs and mounting expenses, this support package is...

U.S. economy adds 139,000 jobs in May while unemployment rate holds steady

NBC News · June 6, 2025

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing U.S. economy adds 139,000 jobs in May while unemployment rate holds steady 02:12 UP NEXT More Rain This Weekend? How Northeast is Coping With Wet...

Florida sheriff charged with racketeering in illegal gambling, corruption probe

USA Today - Virginia ·

A sheriff in central Florida was arrested and charged in connection with an alleged massive gambling operation and public corruption scheme that generated more than $21 million in profits, authorities announced on June 5. Osceola County Sheriff...

TRAVELSAVERS Canada’s Travel Market conference kicks off in Orlando

Travel Press · June 6, 2025

A strong showing of 108 Canadian travel advisors are on location in Orlando this week for TRAVELSAVERS and TRAVELSAVERS Canada’s Travel Market conference. The event was originally set to take place on Marco Island back in September, but got...

Venezuelan-Americans in Southwest Florida talk travel restrictions

Fox 4 - Florida · June 6, 2025

CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Venezuela is among the 19 countries from which President Donald Trump has restricted or banned travel to the United States. For Venezuelan-Americans living in Southwest Florida, the connection is personal. Venezuelan-Americans...

Trump's plan to redirect Harvard funding to trade schools deserves support

Fox News ·

People in Washington D.C., Detroit, MI and Houston, TX react to President Trump pulling Harvard University funding and his proposal to shuffle the cut finances to trade schools. Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to...

Why the Space Coast Is One of Florida’s Best Budget-Friendly Beach Getaways

Travelbinger · June 6, 2025

Florida has long been a beloved summer vacation destination for families every single summer. Between the theme parks and beaches, Florida really heats up in the summer as families flock to the Sunshine State with some R&R. If you’re looking for a...

Maine-based nonprofit speaks out against Trump's new U.S. travel ban

FOX 23 - Maine ·

FALMOUTH, Maine (WGME) -- Haiti is one of the countries now banned from travel to the United States. For the Maine-based Cap-Haitien Health Partnership Konbit Sante, it means they can no longer train Haitians in the U.S. to work in medical...

Florida Lawmakers Advance “Rainy Day” Fund Constitutional Amendment

The Free Press - Tampa - Florida · June 6, 2025

Florida lawmakers on Thursday moved forward with a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at significantly bolstering the state’s financial reserves, a move supporters say will better prepare Florida for potential economic downturns and other...

[WATCH] Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl trade insights into each other's off-ice vibes in playful QnA

Sportskeeda · June 6, 2025

Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl were unstoppable in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. In a post by B/R Open Ice on Thursday, they displayed their chemistry in a light-hearted Q&A session. They were asked questions about each other to show how...

Travel ban sparks outrage among South Florida immigrant communities, legal challenges expected

CBS 4 Miami - Florida ·

Legal challenges to sweeping new travel bans targeting foreign nationals from 19 countries could emerge from South Florida, immigration attorneys and advocates said. The travel restrictions have triggered fear, frustration and calls for action...

Rep. Vern Buchanan comments on key political issues including trade with China

Manatee Review - Florida · June 5, 2025

Vern Buchanan U.S. House of Representatives from Florida | Official U.S. House HeadshotVern Buchanan U.S. House of Representatives from Florida | Official U.S. House Headshot Rep. Vern Buchanan, a U.S. Congressman representing Florida's 16th...

First Time An Invasive Python is Killed by Florida Bobcat–A Sign of Nature ‘Fighting Back’ Against the Snakes

Good News Network · June 6, 2025

Trail camera image shows bobcat returning to python kill site – Credit: Conservancy of Southwest Florida In the face of invasive Burmese pythons, even the American alligator of the Everglades is no match. But one native species isn’t willing to...

Central Florida's 50 largest residential mortgage lenders

The Business Journals · June 6, 2025

The 42 largest residential mortgage lenders in Central Florida originated more than $12.5 billion in home purchase loans in 2024 The online version of this ranking expands beyond what appears in print; another 22 residential mortgage lenders are...

Florida Haitians, Venezuelans brace for impending travel restrictions

WFTV - Florida · June 6, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Haitian and Venezuelan communities in central Florida are bracing for yet another federal move that would impact them. President Donald Trump is now imposing travel restrictions for visitors from several countries, including...

Naples kayak, Marco boat businesses among 10BEST adventure tours

The News Press - Florida ·

Dolphin Explorer, ranked 4th for boat tours, offers dolphin research tours, sunset cruises, and fireworks cruises. Rising Tide Explorers, ranked 3rd for kayak tours, provides guided experiences through mangrove tunnels and Rookery Bay Reserve, led...

Florida’s State Road A1A receives enhanced protection with new buried seawalls

WFTV - Florida · June 5, 2025

FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. — Eyewitness News got a behind-the-scenes look at construction on a pair of buried seawalls that extend from Volusia to Flagler County. The Florida Department of Transportation said the project will give the stretch of State...

Florida lawmakers want to pump up rainy day fund with constitutional amendment

WKMG 6 - Florida · June 5, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida lawmakers Thursday started moving forward with a proposed constitutional amendment that supporters say would bulk up financial reserves to help the state weather potential problems such as economic recessions. “After...

Florida’s McGill invited to 2025 USA Basketball U19 Team Trials

WCJB - TV 20 News - Florida · June 5, 2025

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - USA Basketball has announced a 27-player roster for the 2025 Women’s U19 National Team Trials as of Thursday. Leading the 2025 U19 will be head coach Teri Moren (Indiana University), Niele Ivey (Notre Dame) and Jose...

Central Florida Diners & Fast-Casual Spots—Revisited

Orlando City Magazine - Florida · June 6, 2025

News about Michelin stars and Bib Gourmand nods is nearly constant, with Orlando becoming somewhat of a food mecca for foodies and those who just love variety and quality. But there are times you just want something down-to-earth, no-nonsense and...