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Florida Senate OKs ban on oil exploration and drilling near the Apalachicola River

The Florida Senate has joined the House in passing a bill (HB 1143) banning oil exploration and drilling near the Apalachicola River in Northwest Florida. North Florida lawmakers filed the bill after the Florida Department of Environmental Protection …

California U.S. Senator Alex Padilla Introduces Bill to Permanently Protect the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans from ...

April 23, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Earth Day, U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), and Jack Reed (D-R.I.) announced a pair of bills to permanently protect the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans from the dangers of fossil fuel drilling. …

Must-see committee: House panel gears up for another Hope Florida discussion

The 2025 legislative regular session is drawing to an end, but the House’s investigation into a $10 million “donation” from health care giant Centene to the Hope Florida Foundation shows no signs of slowing down. The $10 million infusion into the …

Attorney general greenlights arrests under suspended Florida immigration law

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier sent a letter to law enforcement Wednesday stating that he won’t stop them from enforcing a temporarily blocked state immigration law that led to the arrest of a U.S. citizen last week. Uthmeier’s letter states that …

Fla. Senate panel rejects chair’s amendment, advances parks bill

TALLAHASSEE, Florida — A Senate committee on Tuesday advanced a state parks bill after rejecting the chair’s amendment that critics said would have weakened park protections. Details: The Senate Committee on Fiscal Policy advanced the bill introduced in …

THE JAXSON | Emanuel Fortune: A legacy of resilience in Reconstruction-era Florida

Emanuel was born on January 3, 1833, into slavery on the Russ Plantation in Marianna, Florida. The Russ family had a son named Joseph, who was about the same age as Emanuel, who eventually became very close to Emanuel. Emanuel was given the chance to learn …

DeSantis Awards Over $14.5 Million For Florida Job Growth, Boosting Aviation, Manufacturing

Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the allocation of more than $14.5 million through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund (JGGF) to fuel infrastructure improvements and workforce training initiatives across the state. The funding aims to bolster key …

Florida lawmakers sending bill to governor’s desk targeting ‘deepfake’ photos: ‘Brooke’s Law’

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida lawmakers have fully approved a bill to crack down on “deepfake” images, largely used against women, sending the bill to the desk of Gov. Ron DeSantis for signature. Senate sponsor Alexis Calatayud vouched for the bill on the …

Florida Rep. Luna to meet with El Salvador president in May, trip not taxpayer-funded

WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., said she is “honored” to accept an invitation to meet with El Salvador President Nayib Bukele on May 8. Luna made the announcement on X, posting a letter from Bukele’s office. “Unlike Senator Van Hollen, …

Higher speed limits dropped: Senate backs away from Florida proposal

Senate slams brakes on speed limit increase for Florida highways

The Senate approved a transportation bill but nixed language increasing highway speed limits with a last-minute amendment. The legislative package (SB 462) passed on the Senate floor covers a number of issues, including operations of metropolitan planning …

Senate passes bill to end Miami Gardens-North Miami Beach water dispute, sends it back to House

A bill to end a dispute over hefty water service surcharges between a pair of Miami-Dade cities is headed to a likely final vote in the Legislature after Senate members amended and passed it by an overwhelming majority. Senators voted 36-2 for the measure …

Orlando attorney caught up in DeSantis’ Hope Florida fiasco is on the state payroll

click to enlarge Public Employees Relations Commission Jeff Aaron, a DeSantis-appointed commissioner for Florida's Public Employees Relations Commission. Jeff Aaron, an Orlando-based lawyer with the firm DownsAaron, has found himself in the hot seat …

FSU students march to Florida Capitol demanding gun reform

Following a shooting on campus, around 200 Florida State University students marched to the state capitol to protest gun violence. Students voiced their concerns over lawmakers' inaction on gun control, particularly given recent legislative moves to …

‘Brooke’s Law,’ which will help victims of deepfake crimes, heads to Florida Governor’s desk

Florida had a $67 million settlement, then moved to help charity tied to Casey DeSantis

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Before it was fired by Florida in 2023, a politically connected Mississippi law firm negotiated a $67 million settlement with the state’s largest Medicaid managed care plan provider that had overcharged for prescription drugs. But the …

Florida News That Impacts You – April 23rd, 2025

Florida News That Impacts You – April 23rd, 2025 - Driven By Braman Motorcars  Bottom Line: Your daily recap of the biggest news from around the state that impacts you throughout the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast.      Governor DeSantis received eight …

Senate Backs Away from Higher Speed Limits

The Senate on Wednesday hit the brakes on proposals to increase speed limits on Florida highways. Senators removed from a wide-ranging transportation bill (SB 462) a proposal that called for increasing the maximum speed on interstate highways and other “ …

Florida Rep Byron Donalds vows 'I'm not going to be intimidated' after tense town hall

Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., discusses protesters disrupting his town hall on 'Hannity.' Florida Rep. Byron Donalds vowed to Fox News that he is "not going to be intimidated by any of these protesters" after he was captured on video …

Career Fair - Haven Treatment Center - Vancouver, Washington

VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Haven Treatment Center invites job seekers to its Career Fair, taking place Monday, April 28, 2025, through Thursday, May 1, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Attendees will have the …

Raising Orchid Kids Condemns Secretary Kennedy's Harmful Comments on Autistic Kids, Adults and Families

D.C. area coaches dedicated to supporting families of neurodivergent children speak out against RFK's inaccurate, misleading and harmful comments about autism. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Raising …

Haven Treatment Center Community Celebration - Vancouver, Washington

VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us at this event on May 2nd from 4:30pm-6:30pm for our Haven Treatment Center Community Celebration! Bring your children, families, and friends for a fantastic lineup of fun- …

RINO Removal Project Launches Nationwide Effort to Promote Voter Engagement and GOP Candidate Accountability

New grassroots initiative launches state chapters, scoring system, and digital tools to boost primary voter turnout. LEXINGTON, KY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The RINO Removal Project (RRP) has launched a national campaign aimed …

'Alan and the Rulers of the Air' MAY 2 RELEASE AMID LAWSUIT SURGE—THRILLER EXAMINES SPIRITUAL FORCES BEHIND ATTACKS

BMG-GLOBAL ANNOUNCES "Alan and the Rulers of the Air" MAY 2 RELEASE AS RELIGIOUS LIBERTY LAWSUITS SURGE NATIONWIDE—THRILLER EXAMINES FORCES BEHIND ATTACKS LOS ANGELES, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As debates around …

Eastern Shore Seniors Rally to Defend Social Security, Medicare; Urge Rep. Andy Harris to Protect Vital Programs

Local Seniors and Advocates Unite to Demand Protection for Earned Benefits Amid Ongoing Threats from Congress CAMBRIDGE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NOTE TO MEDIA: Visuals will include signs, seniors in motion with …

Shadow SEC Warns of Dangerous Cuts to SEC Budget and Staff

The SEC is facing cuts’ due to budget reductions, staff cuts, and a new Executive Order requiring all policy decisions to receive prior approval from the OMB. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Deminor’s latest article …

Black Saber Group Making Big Strides

Black Saber Group showcased at Iridium Partner Conference 2025, established new partnerships, and have sold hundreds of E-Clips and E-Docks TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today Black Saber Group, a company focused …

Armenian National Committee of America Calls on President Trump to Properly Recognize Armenian Genocide

Armenian Americans Reject Trump’s Re-Enforcement of Turkey’s Gag Rule; Call for Policy Reset to Counter Azerbaijan’s Genocidal Aggression WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Armenian National Committee of …

DLNR News Release – TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF POLOLŪ TRAIL AND LOOKOUT ON MAY 3

  STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI   DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES KA ‘OIHANA KUMUWAIWAI ‘ĀINA        JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR   DAWN CHANG CHAIRPERSON     TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF POLOLŪ TRAIL AND LOOKOUT MAY 3   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE …

Steel Slag Market Outlook 2025: Impact of U.S. Tariffs and Trade Policies

Key companies covered in steel slag market report are ArcelorMittal, Nippon Steel Corporation, JFE Steel Corporation, Tata Steel, POSCO, Voestalpine Group. NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global steel slag market size …

Maryland Man Indicted for Conspiring to Provide Material Support to Armed Separatist Fighters to Murder, Kidnap, and ...

A federal grand jury in Baltimore returned an indictment yesterday charging a Cameroonian national, Eric Tataw, also known as “the Garri Master,” 38, of Gaithersburg, Maryland, with conspiring to provide material support to armed separatist militias in …

Scalise to Lead Bipartisan House Delegation to Attend Funeral of Pope Francis

Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.), the highest ranking Catholic in the House of Representatives, announced he will be leading a bipartisan Congressional delegation of House Members to attend the funeral services of His Holiness Pope …

BCYF Draper Pool is Open!

Stop by the Open House on April 29 to learn about programming and meet the Pool Manager. BCYF Draper Pool in West Roxbury, closed for critical systems repairs, reopened on Wednesday, April 23. There will be an Open House on Tuesday, April 29, from 12:00 p. …

Raja Limousine Introduces Luxury Black Car and SUV Service in Suffolk County, Long Island, New York

"Luxury Black Car & SUV Service for Suffolk County, Long Island, NY" SUFFOLK LONG ISLAND, NY, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Raja Limousine Offers Luxury Black Car and SUV Service in Suffolk County, New York …

Jon Marietta Condemns Fayette County Commissioner’s Hot Mic Remarks, Demands Resignations

UNIONTOWN, PA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A controversial open-microphone recording at a recent Fayette County Commissioners’ meeting has sparked widespread outrage and growing calls for change, as Recorder of Deeds Jon R …

FAITH UNDER FIRE: SPIRITUAL THRILLER 'Alan and the Fullness of Time' BRINGS POWERFUL MESSAGE TO HOME AUDIENCES MAY 2

Alan and the Fullness of Time premieres on home entertainment May 2, 2025. Follow Alan’s journey of faith and courage amid government threats. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As social divisions deepen and …

RED HOTEL SERIES MERCHANDISE IS NOW AVAILABLE

The New Red Hotel Series Website Now Features a Shop! LAGUNA HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the recent release of their fourth thriller in the Red Hotel Series, Ed Fuller and Gary Grossman are happy to …

Muslim and Multifaith Women Leaders Condemn Terrorist Attacks in Pahalgam, Indian-Administered Kashmir

Violence Is Never the Answer—There Is Always a Way WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) and allied women leaders from diverse faith …

Savannah Resident to Serve as Deputy Assistant Secretary in Trump Administration

Former Georgia Department of Labor leader to head federal Employment and Training Administration ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lori Frazier Bearden, a resident of Savannah, Georgia, has been appointed to …