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As mail ballots go out, Florida Democrats get more money from DNC
The Democratic National Committee is making a $400,000 contribution to the state party.
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Over 1 million Florida residents left without power following Hurricane Helene
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis promised linemen would be in the field restoring power “probably as soon as there’s light out.”
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Hurricane Helene now a ‘very dangerous’ Category 3 storm as it barrels towards Florida
Helene is now moving quickly at 23 mph and is considered a “very dangerous and large hurricane” that will likely reach Category 4 status.
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‘You cannot survive that’: Florida official warns of danger from approaching Hurricane Helene
DeSantis warned residents that time was running out to evacuate.
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Hurricane Helene ‘moving fast’ before Florida landfall Thursday night
“It is possible that this storm could make landfall as a major hurricane, as a Category 3, or even potentially a Category 4,” DeSantis said.
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As Hurricane Helene approaches, Florida residents ‘pray for the best’
“This one just looks like pretty much a sure thing that it is going to hit this area and be pretty intense.”
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Helene is now a Category 1 hurricane, expected to intensify as it nears Florida
Officials expect Hurricane Helene to become significantly wider, and reach a Category 3 storm or higher.
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Federal court hears arguments on Florida law restricting pronoun use by teachers
The lawsuit alleges the law violates teachers’ First Amendment rights and runs afoul of a federal civil-rights law.
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As Helene approaches, Florida braces for ‘potentially very dangerous storm’
“The Big Bend and Panhandle should be especially prepared for a direct impact,” DeSantis said.
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Helene expected to become major hurricane before Florida landfall
Officials are warning that Tampa Bay residents should make final preparations now.
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Florida’s minimum wage will increase to $13 an hour next week
The minimum wage for tipped employees will go to $9.98 an hour Monday.
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Tropical Storm Helene forms in Caribbean, while much of Florida remains in path
A storm surge watch and a hurricane watch are also in effect for the entire Tampa Bay region.
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Florida braces for storm expected to make landfall as ‘major hurricane,’ says forecasters
The storm’s first rain bands are forecast to arrive in the Tampa Bay late Wednesday.
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Feds looking to expand ‘critical habitat’ areas for Florida manatees
The federal government classifies manatees as a “threatened” species, and the sea cows drew widespread attention in 2021 when a record 1,100 died.
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Florida Gov. DeSantis declares state of emergency for Tampa Bay counties, as Hurricane Helene looms
“It’s going to be a hurricane, at least a Cat 1, possibly a Cat 2. Will it be stronger than that? That remains to be seen.”
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Cornell West won’t appear on Florida’s presidential ballot
There are nine candidates running for president on the Florida ballot.
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Judge wants Florida doctor to face $10K fine for performing abortions
Leon County Circuit Judge Angela Dempsey’s ruling that upheld the law came after a legal battle that started in 2015.
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PAC aiming to legalize recreational pot in Florida raises over $100 million
Smart & Safe Florida committee raised $6,001,782 between Sept. 7 through Sept. 13.
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Tropical disturbance in Gulf has 90 percent chance of development this week, says forecasters
“Now is a great time to review your hurricane plans and check your hurricane supplies.”