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Could 2023 be a quieter hurricane season? Early forecasts hint at below-average year

MIAMI — After back-to-back years of grueling and devastating hurricane seasons, early forecasts suggest that 2023 may offer a bit of a break — at last.

Miami Herald

Life after Hurricane Ian: A firsthand look at Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel’s recovery

“I want to know, have you ever seen the rain?” went the well-known Creedence Clearwater Revival refrain, sung by a local guitarist perched on his stool inside MudBugs Cajun Kitchen on Sanibel Island, Florida.

Orlando Sentinel

2023 NFL Draft: O’Cyrus Torrence scouting report

Scouting report on Florida OG O'Cyrus Torrence in the 2023 NFL draft

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Florida executes ‘Ninja Killer’ Louis Gaskin for double murder as DeSantis increases the rate of executions

Florida has executed a man known as the “ninja killer” for the 1989 slayings of a couple visiting the state from New Jersey

The Independent UK

DeSantis pleads with Florida Congress members to stop endorsing Trump

Governor phones representatives, dismayed that four members of delegation have backed former president for 2024 nomination

The Guardian - US

DoJ ‘strongly disagrees’ with abortion pill ruling and will appeal to supreme court – as it happened

Attorney general says DoJ will ask supreme court to review appeals court decision that preserved drug access but with limits

The Guardian - US

‘It’s a scary time’: Florida Democrat vows to keep fighting six-week abortion ban

Lauren Book has led the fight against the ‘near-total’ ban and the ‘dangerous consequences’ of bill that is expected to pass the state house and to be signed by Governor DeSantis

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Trans people, students and teachers are besieged by DeSantis’s crusade. But he’s not done yet

Florida sees deluge of legislation targeting trans rights and controlling public education as governor steps up courtship of Trump voters

The Guardian - US

How one group aims to boost Florida Hispanic women’s voting power

TAMPA, Fla. — The presidential election campaign hasn’t even begun but a nonprofit is encouraging Latinas to be ready and exercise their voting rights.

Tribune News Service

Editorial: Gov. DeSantis’ silly takedown of Chinese-made drones

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ ideological assaults on drag queens, personal pronouns and the Walt Disney Company have restored Florida to its familiar position of national punchline. And his recent backing of a permitless concealed carry law and a six-week abortion ban, in spite of polls showing a majority of Floridians want…

Tribune News Service

A monthly fee can replace apartment security deposits, but at what cost?

ORLANDO, Fla. — As renters face record-high rents across Florida, a new way to avoid putting down a hefty security deposit upfront is gaining popularity.

Orlando Sentinel

Flash Flood Emergency Reported In Fort Lauderdale As Heavy Rain Drenches South Florida

A stormy period forecast for the southeast United States began on Wednesday, as a flash flooding emergency hit South Florida

Zenger

Torrential storms batter South Florida, close key airport

Nearly a foot of rain fell in a matter of hours in Fort Lauderdale – causing widespread flooding, the closure of the city’s airport and the suspension of high-speed commuter rail service for the Broward County region

The Independent UK

Florida bill targeting college diversity programs no longer mentions them

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — In January, Gov. Ron DeSantis called on Florida lawmakers to overhaul the state’s higher education system with a clear target in mind: diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

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As DeSantis lags Trump in 2024 polls, he tries to gain momentum outside of Florida

Ron DeSantis is venturing outside of Florida with stops in Ohio and New Hampshire after recent fumbles in the national glare left the Florida governor and 2024 presidential hopeful further behind Donald Trump in polls.

Daily Mirror

Louis Bernard Gaskin: Killer has huge feast of pork, turkey and shrimp before execution

Louis Bernard Gaskin, 56, was put to death at 6:15 p.m. local time after receiving a lethal injection, Florida's governor's office said

The Independent UK

Florida executes 'ninja killer' for couple's 1989 death

Florida has executed a man known as the “ninja killer” for the 1989 slayings of a couple visiting the state from New Jersey

The Independent UK

Harvard to rename school of arts and sciences after Republican donor following $300m donation

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Daily Mirror

Louis Bernard Gaskin execution: 'Ninja killer' is put to death for horror slayings

Louis Bernard Gaskin, 56, was convicted of killing Robert Sturmfels, 56, and Georgette Sturmfels, 55, on Dec. 20, 1989, in their Flagler County winter home on Florida's northeastern coast

Zenger

Gulf Storm To Hit Southeast US With Drenching Rain, Strong Winds And Severe Weather

Heavy rain, gusty winds and severe thunderstorms will impact the southeastern United States through the end of the week.

Ballotpedia

Election legislation roundup: Florida State Senate

As of April 9, Ballotpedia has tracked 14 election-related bills in the Florida State Senate since the beginning of the year. Of the 14, Ballotpedia tracked one from April 3-9. No sponsors were listed on the bill. The bill is below:

USA Today Sports Media Group

10 defensive tackles for the Eagles in the 2023 NFL draft

We're previewing ten defensive tackle prospects for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2023 NFL Draft

Texas Observer

Tallahassee My Texas

Is Ron DeSantis running the Lone Star State? Republicans like Governor Greg Abbott seem to be in a rivalry to outdo his right-wing agenda..

Daily Mirror

Florida to execute 'ninja killer' who murdered couple when 'devil had more hold than God'

Louis Bernard Gaskin, 56, was convicted of killing the Sturmfels in their Flagler County winter home. He stole from the house a clock, two lamps and a videocassette recorder which he wanted to give to his girlfriend as a present

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House directly on Pinehurst No. 7 highlights list of golf properties available now (April 2023)

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