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Supreme Court sends challenge to Florida, Texas laws restricting social media regulation back to lower courts

The Supreme Court on Monday kicked back a challenge to laws out of Florida and Texas that curtail content regulation by social media giants back to the lower courts.

Miami Beach revokes honorary ‘Sean Diddy Combs Day’ following Cassie abuse video

The annual holiday, which was put in place in October 2016, was scrapped following a unanimous vote by city commissioners last week.

Fla. homeowners fight squatters with new law that ends 'scam,' promises to 'punish criminals'

In a video posted to X, Gov. Ron DeSantis said his state is "ending this squatter scam once and for all" with HB 621.

Wannabe carjacker gets 'punk butt' beaten by 66-year-old truck owner: 'Mess around and find out!'

A Florida thief had to visit the hospital after "getting his butt whipped" by a 66-year-old man whose truck he attempted to break into, police said.

Fisherman left in critical condition after being attacked by shark that he caught

A man was left in critical condition by a shark attack, suffering a severe bite to his right forearm while he was fishing in Florida yesterday morning.

Trump wins over Latinos — who say he is better on immigration, economy and social issues

This year, 36.2 million Hispanic Americans are eligible to vote, up from 32.3 million in 2020.

Feds seeking new Trump gag order list slew of ex-prez's statements they say led to threats against them

Prosecutors in Donald Trump’s Florida documents case have listed a slew of public statements by the former president that they say led to threats against them, the FBI and court...

Donald Trump should say no to Marco Rubio as veep: ‘Does a headliner tour with his own cover band?’

Simply put, Trump doesn’t need Rubio. It’s Rubio, who has thirsted for the White House for a decade, who needs Trump. 

The 7 worst states to buy a home in right now, experts reveal

Whether you’re saving for a house, waiting for mortgage rates to drop, or planning a big move, diving into market research now is the smartest move.

Sunbather impaled by umbrella in freak Florida beach accident

One vacationer was visiting Cocoa Beach with her family when their rental umbrella came out of its spot in the sand and flew at the group, according to local officials.

Family of missing paddleboarder beg for help from watch brand Garmin to access his location data

The desperate family of a Miami paddleboarder who vanished while spearfishing says they've been begging with Garmin, the maker of the missing man's watch, the try and access his location...

Fifth tourist in four days dies in waters off same Florida beach town

"PLEASE STAY OUT OF THE WATER. The water can appear calm but underneath currents are treacherous today. It's just too dangerous right now to swim," the sheriff said Sunday.

Swimmers warned of more life-threatening rip currents along US beaches after multiple deaths

Rip currents have been reported along the US coast from the Florida Panhandle through the mid-Atlantic and into the Northeast.

NJ video game nut flies to Florida overnight to attack online rival with hammer: cops

Edward Kang is facing attempted murder and burglary charges after flying to Florida overnight to attack a rival gamer with a hammer in his own home, authorities said.

Panthers' raucous Stanley Cup party begins with a dip in the ocean

The Panthers have earned themselves a beach day.

Moment Justin Timberlake slaps away fan who tried to touch him mid-concert

Justin Timberlake has been caught on camera slapping away a fan’s hand when they tried to reach out and touch his arm during a concert.

Gag order in classified docs case may lead to Trump's 'arrest' after debate with Biden, lawyer says

Former President Donald Trump could be arrested immediately following Thursday's debate with President Biden if a South Florida federal judge approves a gag order sought by federal prosecutors in the...

This relatively unknown operative is Donald Trump's secret weapon for the 2024 presidential election

Around nine years ago in Susie Wiles’ hometown of Jacksonville, Republican politics were a bit more muted than they are today.

Mystery as Florida teen dies suddenly after night out — and cops suspect foul play

Ava Hulett's brother was also accidentally killed by a friend in 2019. "No parent should ever outlive their children, and these two parents are outliving two of their children," the...

Florida firefighter kills new wife in murder-suicide after ominous Facebook post

Florida firefighter Shawn Yarbrough and his wife Andrea had a blended family of four children.