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With the cause still unknown, the number of rare dead sawfish in the Florida Keys rose to 40 this week, while officials say over 50 species have been affected. But a rescued fish pulled from waters off Cudjoe Key earlier this month is recovering under veterinary care.
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The Washington-based Center for Immigration Studies, citing analysis of the latest U.S. Customs and Border Protection data, reports that some 326,000 migrants from Haiti, Venezuela, Cuba and Nicaragua have arrived at airports in Florida over the past year
- Senate kills articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas
- Watch: A circus elephant runs loose in a Montana town before being recaptured
- A new Lennon-McCartney collab has dropped — but this time, it's by the Beatles' sons
- Damage at Glen Canyon Dam has Colorado River users concerned
FLORIDA NEWS
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Under SB 1264, lessons on the history of communism will be added to required instruction in public schools starting in the 2026-27 school year. The lessons would have to incorporate various topics related to communism, including the “history of communism in the United States and domestic communist movements” and “their histories and tactics.”
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The 2024 Latin Grammys will return home to Miami — where the organization is headquartered. The 25th annual event will air live from the Kaseya Center on Nov. 14. Nominations will be announced on Sept. 17.
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From overseeing the evacuation of Floridians from strife-torn Haiti to managing operations during hurricanes and disasters, Director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management Kevin Guthrie answers questions about a controversial program to transport migrants to “sanctuary” areas of the country.
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