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Federal Reserve hikes its key interest rate a quarter point
The U.S. central bank is stepping up its efforts to curb inflation despite concerns about banking industry risks.
Miami Beach will continue alcohol sales ban, street closures over Spring Break weekend
Access to certain areas of South Beach will be limited
Miami police will be out in force at Ultra Music Festival
Last year, only 18 arrests were made and most were drug-related
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine injured after beating at South Florida LA Fitness
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine was reportedly hospitalized after he was beaten while inside a South Florida LA Fitness steam room.
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Report: Florida Burmese python invasion problems continue
A new report has found that Florida's Burmese python problem is still one of the most challenging invasive species management issues in the world.
Florida transgender treatment ban takes effect
Florida doctors could lose their medical licenses if they order puberty blockers, hormone therapy or surgery for minors diagnosed with gender dysphoria, under a Florida Board of Medicine rule that took effect Thursday.
6-week abortion limit backed in Florida House
After lawmakers passed a 15-week limit last year, the Florida House on Thursday started moving forward with a proposal that would prevent abortions after six weeks of pregnancy.
Florida death penalty in child-rape cases considered
A Senate committee Monday will take up a bill that seeks to allow the death penalty for people who commit sexual batteries on children under age 12.
Space Florida could see changes as economic-development programs continue
As the House begins to revamp economic-development programs, Florida's aerospace agency would draw more direct oversight, with the governor controlling its board of directors.
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Death penalty revamp headed to full Florida Senate
The bill would allow death sentences to be imposed based on the recommendations of eight of 12 jurors, instead of a unanimous decision
'Don't Say Gay' lawmaker pleads guilty to COVID relief fraud
The former Florida lawmaker who sponsored the controversial law critics call "Don't Say Gay" has pleaded guilty to committing $150,000 in COVID-19 relief fraud.
DeSantis needles Trump, breaks silence on hush money case
DeSantis criticized the Manhattan district attorney who is pursuing charges against Trump
Affordable housing plan headed to Florida House floor
The Senate on March 8 unanimously passed a similar bill
Florida Supreme Court Justice Ricky Polston to step down
Florida Supreme Court Justice Ricky Polston announced Monday he will step down at the end of the month.
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Eggs are finally getting cheaper at the supermarket
Prices for other grocery staples, like fruits, vegetables, potatoes, and bread have gone up
America's biggest banks to take on Apple Pay and PayPal
The new digital wallet is due to launch at an unspecified time later this year
Florida gas prices dropping after 32 cent spike
Prices could drop 10-20 cents in the coming weeks, according to AAA
Florida gas prices down for fifth straight week
On Monday, Florida gas prices averaged $3.03 per gallon
Florida gas prices continue downward trend
The state average is now on a 31-day streak of declines
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Death toll climbs in outbreak linked to recalled eye drops
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
Physical activity decline in the wake of COVID
Did the pandemic put a crimp in your workouts?
CDC warns of emerging fungal threat at hospitals, care facilities
Cases of Candida auris, an emerging fungus considered an urgent threat, nearly doubled in 2021
What are the worst cities to live in if you have allergies?
A new Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America report identified the worst cities to live in if you have allergies.
CDC warns of "alarming" rise of potentially deadly fungal threat
Reports of patients with the drug-resistant fungal infection Candida auris have accelerated in recent years.
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Best spring cleaning washer and dryer deals in 2023
Samsung has added new washers and dryers to its Discover Samsung spring sale.
Ulta 21 Days of Beauty: The best deals this week on Fenty Beauty, Lancome, Murad and more
Shop the best deals this week at Ulta's 21 days of beauty sale, happening now.
Samsung just announced a new budget smartphone, plus the best Samsung smartphone deals to shop today during the Discover Samsung sale
Explore the new Samsung A54 5G smartphone, plus shop more deals on popular Samsung smartphones.
Sam's Club membership deal: Get one year of discounted gas, groceries and more for $25
Sam's Club memberships are less than half price in March. There's never been a better time to join the club.
Best online clearance deals at Walmart in March 2023: Last chance to save up to 70%
Shop these online clearance deals on home, tech and more at Walmart this spring -- while you still can.
Facing South Florida
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Facing South Florida: One-on-One with Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Guest: Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz/(D) Florida 25th District
Facing South Florida: One-on-One with Michael Haggard
Guest: Michael Haggard/Attorney
Facing South Florida: One-on-One with Nikki Fried
Guest: State Rep. Paul Renner/ R – Speaker of the House
Facing South Florida: One-on-One with Nikki Fried
Guest: Nikki Fried/ Chair, Florida Democratic Party
Facing South Florida: One-on-One with State Sen. Blaise Ingoglia
Guest: State Sen. Blaise Ingoglia/ R – Spring Hill
Entertainment
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Revamped Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus to hit the road
The show, which will not have animal acts, is a complete rethink of a modern circus
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine injured after beating at South Florida LA Fitness
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine was reportedly hospitalized after he was beaten while inside a South Florida LA Fitness steam room.
Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen recovering from attack
Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen says he is recovering from an attack outside a Florida hotel.
Ultra Music Festival Returns, Road Closures, Special Tri-Rail Trains
The Ultra Music Festival returns to Bayfront Park beginning Friday
'Ted Lasso' visits White House, promotes mental health care
Fictional soccer coach Ted Lasso has used a White House visit to encourage people to make it a point to check in often with friends, family and co-workers to ask how they're doing and to listen.