Fort Lauderdale Police Says One Of Its Officers Has Died From COVID
"It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that the Fort Lauderdale Police Department announces the passing of Officer Jennifer Sepot," the department wrote in a release.
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"It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that the Fort Lauderdale Police Department announces the passing of Officer Jennifer Sepot," the department wrote in a release.
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The US Secretary of Education Miguel A. Cardona sent a letter to Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran saying it stands with the educators who are working to safely re-open schools and keep in-person learning safe.
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The recent violent events that have occurred in the city's entertainment districts have renewed concerns over safety.
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President Trump said he will not be imposing tariffs against European countries over their objections to his efforts to acquire Greenland.
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Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Prince Harry struck a combative tone as he testified in his lawsuit against the Daily Mail's publisher.
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