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...
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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,...
Florida school board may seek ouster of Moms for Liberty co-founder Bridget Ziegler over Republican sex scandal
A co-founder of the conservative Moms for Liberty group could move a step closer to getting ousted from a Florida school board on Tuesday, as she is embroiled in the fallout of a sexual assault investigation into her husband, the Republican Party state chairman. The Sarasota County School Board cannot directly remove Bridget Ziegler from the...
A Critical Look at BayCare Health System: A Need for Investigation
Introduction BayCare Health System, a group of non-profit medical facilities, has been a subject of criticism and negative reviews. In this article, we will delve into the concerns raised by patients and explore the need for a thorough investigation into the quality of care provided by BayCare. Questionable Standards of Care Many individuals who have...
A Critical Review of BayCare Medical: A Lack of Quality Service and Assistance
A Disappointing Experience with BayCare Medical When it comes to healthcare, we all expect to receive quality service and medical recommendations that are tailored to our needs. Unfortunately, my experience with BayCare Medical has been far from satisfactory. From their poorly staffed hospitals to the lack of assistance in their doctor offices, I have encountered...
Florida seeks help for truckers failing pre-trip inspections
WASHINGTON — CDL applicants in Florida may have a faster road to getting a license if testers in the state get an exemption from federal regulators. Specifically, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is petitioning the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to allow skills testers — at their discretion — to...



