The Latest Breaking News from Florida

Trump's 'Alligator Alcatraz' to Close in 60 Days After Native American Tribe Raised Concerns — Who Are They?

A US judge has ordered the closure of Trump's 'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention centre in Florida within 60 days. The ruling follows a lawsuit by the Miccosukee Tribe and environmental groups, citing threats to the Everglades and violations of federal law.

International Business Times UK · Aug 22, 2025

Hurricane Erin intensified at a near-record rate. Is Florida ready for the next big storm?

Erin went from a tropical storm to a category 5 in about 24 hours, underscoring the danger of hurricane season amid a diminished Fema and National Weather Service

The Guardian - US · Aug 22, 2025

Florida Authorities Ordered To Begin Dismantling Part Of 'Alligator Alcatraz' Over Environmental Danger Ruling

Florida authorities have been ordered to begin dismantling part of the detention center known as "Alligator Alcatraz" following a ruling preventing it from bringing in new detainees over environmental concerns

Latin Times · Aug 22, 2025

The Salary Needed To Afford Florida’s Largest Cities

Florida's largest cities offer a wide range of living costs, making urban life in the Sunshine State accessible across multiple income levels.Read Next: The Living Wage a Family of Four Needs in All...

GOBankingRates · Aug 22, 2025

Spirit Airlines Declares Bankruptcy: What This Means for Budget Travel

Spirit Airlines says it may not survive another year. Here's how its potential collapse could affect low-cost flights and what it means for travelers seeking affordable airfare.

Kiplinger · Aug 22, 2025

Marco Rubio Says Trump Admin To Block Visas For Foreign Truck Drivers After Fatal Florida Crash — Sean Duffy Decries 'Radical Immigration Policies'

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the Trump administration is halting all new visas issued to foreign truck drivers in the U.S. following a fatal Florida crash that resulted in the loss of three lives.

Benzinga · Aug 22, 2025

US Judge Orders Dismantling Of Trump's 'Alligator Alcatraz'

A US federal judge on Thursday barred the Trump administration and Florida state government from bringing any new migrants to the detention center known as "Alligator Alcatraz" and ordered much of the site to be dismantled, effectively shuttering the facility.

International Business Times · Aug 22, 2025

Federal judge orders closure of Trump’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ immigration jail

Judge’s order finds jail, which has attracted waves of criticism, was causing severe harm to Florida Everglades

The Guardian - US · Aug 22, 2025

Rainbow crosswalk outside Florida Pulse nightclub where 49 LGBT+ people were killed is removed overnight on Trump’s orders

DeSantis administration’s removal of memorial crosswalk outside Pulse nightclub is ‘cruel’ and ‘callous,’ Orlando mayor says

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2025

Florida gymnastics coach gets 12 years for sexually assaulting underage girls who were his students

A South Florida gymnastics coach accused of sexually assaulting at least three underage girls who were his students has been sentenced to 12 years in prison as part of a plea deal

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2025