Introduction to Grady Judd Grady Judd, the Sheriff of Polk County, Florida, is an enigmatic public figure known for his presence in both traditional media and digital platforms. Apart from his law enforcement duties, Judd manages his own podcast and YouTube channels, where he discusses law, order, and his political ideologies. His actions and statements...
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‘Night of the Tornadoes:’ This was Florida’s deadliest outbreak. Could it happen again?
ORLANDO, Fla. – On Tuesday evening, several tornado warnings went into effect across Central Florida as severe weather made its way through the state. However, the worst outbreak of tornadoes in the state’s history broke out over 20 years ago — an incident dubbed the “Night of the Tornadoes.” According to the NOAA, the outbreak...
Democrats call for more inclusivity on key issues like, housing, healthcare ahead of Florida’s legislative session
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – While Florida lawmakers are getting ready to begin work in Tallahassee as the next legislative session gets underway on Tuesday, some are calling for all members to come together and work as a government and not just for individual political parties. While this latest call is coming from Democratic groups, they said...
10 bills to watch during Florida’s 2024 legislative session
Florida lawmakers are returning to Tallahassee on Tuesday for the start of the annual 60-day legislative session, during which they’ll delve into an array of issues affecting Floridians’ pocketbooks and personal lives. From insurance to school regulations and artificial intelligence, here are 10 issues to keep an eye on this year: Homeowners insurance Florida’s homeowners...
Missing Ohio teen found with Florida man after she logs into game account – WSOC TV
OCALA, Fla. — A missing 16-year-old Ohio girl was found in Central Florida when her video game account was activated in the home of a 31-year-old man, authorities said. >> Read more trending news According to Marion County Sheriff’s Office online booking records, Thomas Ebersole, of Dunnellon, was arrested on Jan. 3 and charged with...
Push to get abortion on Florida ballot hits petition threshold
Marvis Williams signs a petition to put abortion access on the 2024 Florida voter ballot, on Dec. 14, 2023, in Plantation. Cindy Goodman TNS Backers of a proposed constitutional amendment that would undo Florida’s restrictive abortion laws have surpassed the required number of petition signatures to get on the 2024 ballot, according to data from...
Lawmakers will look to curb student absenteeism in Florida schools
Florida lawmakers during the upcoming legislative session could look to address the problem of chronic absenteeism among public-school students. Data collected by the Florida Department of Education showed that 20.9% of students in public schools, including students in adult education courses, missed 21 or more school days during the 2021-2022 academic year. In measuring student...
List of new Florida laws that take effect starting January 1, 2024 – Action News Jax
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida residents and visitors should take note of the recent changes that Governor Ron DeSantis has brought about by signing multiple bills into law. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<< These newly enacted laws will have an impact on various aspects of public life in the state, from traffic safety to...
1 shot to death, 1 wounded inside Florida mall during Christmas shopping season
OCALA, Fla. – Ocala police said one person was killed in a shooting at the Paddock Mall on Saturday afternoon. Police said they responded to the mall, which is located at 3100 SW College Road, around 3:40 p.m. regarding a shooting with “multiple shots fired.” The shooting happened two days before Christmas – a busy...
How Government Misuse of Aviation Invades Privacy and Damages the Climate: Florida’s Example
Introduction to Aviation Misuse and Climate Impact Aviation is a critical component of modern infrastructure, serving as the backbone of global connectivity and economic development. However, the misuse of aviation by government and state authorities has surfaced as a pressing concern. This misuse not only leads to significant privacy invasions but also exacerbates environmental damage,...




