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2 men, 2 dogs killed by apparent lightning strike in Central Florida
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CBS 4 Miami - Florida
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Authorities in Central Florida are investigating the deaths of two Miami men and two hunting dogs who were killed by an apparent lightning strike in Highlands County. On Wednesday, Highlands County Sheriff's Office deputies were called to a road...
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'Do the right thing': Report claims Florida insurance reform brought more hurricane claims denials, lawsuits
TAMPA, Fla. — It was one year ago Friday that Hurricane Helene's storm surge brought devastating damage to Florida's Gulf Coast. Then, 13 days later, Hurricane Milton brought another punch. Since then, Tampa Bay 28 has told countless stories of...
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Miami men and their hunting dogs killed by apparent lightning strike in Highlands County, Florida
HIGHLANDS COUNTY, Fla. — The names of two men have been released after they were apparently struck and killed by lightning in Central Florida earlier this week. According to the Highlands County Sheriff's Office, Alexander Karl Getz, 38, and Peter...
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Central Florida teen found safe after reports he was taken by group of men were unfounded
Breaking update: Teen found safe, Marion County officials announced in a news conference Friday afternoon. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement issued an Amber Alert on Thursday evening for 17-year-old Caden Speight. On Friday at noon, the...
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South Florida could feel impacts from would-be Imelda beginning Sunday; Humberto to become Cat 4
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The Palm Beach Post - Florida
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A tropical system, likely to become Imelda, is creating an unusually uncertain forecast for the U.S. southeast coast. South Florida may experience perilous rip currents and high waves this weekend from the developing storm. While the storm is...
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Manatee County to weigh crackdown on illegal adult arcades after media investigation
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The Bradenton Times - Florida
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by Josh Salman | Suncoast Searchlight Manatee County soon will consider a plan to crack down on the illegal strip-mall casinos that have flourished in plain sight in defiance of a state ban — and to the frustration of local law enforcement....
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Amber Alert Canceled: Florida Police Now Say Missing Teen Was Not Kidnapped
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Zero Hedge
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Update (1555ET): An Amber Alert for a missing Florida teen has been canceled, hours after police initially said Caden Speight, 17, had been shot and kidnapped. Police officials initially said Speight was the victim of a shooting after finding his...
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Charlotte County resident questions Florida's bear hunt process
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WINK - Florida
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The Florida bear hunt is set to take place in December, and on Friday, many hopeful participants will learn if they've secured a permit. With 163,000 applicants vying for just 172 permits, the chances of obtaining one are slim. The Florida Fish...
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2 Miami men, 2 dogs killed by lightning strike on hunting trip in Central Florida
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The Derrick and The News-Herald - Pennsylvania
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MIAMI — Two Miami men were killed by an apparent lightning strike during a hunting trip in Highlands County in Central Florida, authorities said. Deputies responded around 1:30 p.m. Wednesday to the area around Rucks Dairy Road in the county’s far...
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Georgia Army Captain, South Carolina Resident, Hit With 40 Felony Charges In Florida
Fort Gordon Soldier Arrested After CyberTipline Report; Alleged Crimes Believed to Have Occurred In Florida An active-duty Army Captain stationed at Fort Gordon in Georgia is facing more than 40 felony charges in Walton County, Florida, including...
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Washington County to receive fire service grants from state
Washington County Fire Services Coordinator Justin Barron presented three grant awards from the Florida Firefighter Assistance Grant Program to the Washington County Board of County Commissioners for approval during their regular meeting on...
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This Tampa Bay-area city was named the richest and safest in Florida for 2025
A Pinellas County town was ranked No. 1 in a new study based on high wealth and low crime rates. TAMPA, Fla. — One Pinellas County city placed No. 1 on a list of the 20 safest and richest Florida cities. Safety Harbor topped the list by...
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WATCH: Deputies respond to a Florida classic, alligator on a porch
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CBS 12 - Florida
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LAKE COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — The Lake County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) received a call on September 4 that was uniquely Floridian. A woman reported an unexpected visitor lounging on her front porch — a large alligator. Deputies were dispatched to the...
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Horse rescued from swimming pool in Northeast Florida
MIDDLEBURG, Fla. (WSVN) – Fire crews in Northeast Florida rescued a horse that became trapped in a backyard swimming pool, officials said. St. Johns County Fire Rescue said it responded around 4 a.m., Thursday, to assist Clay County Fire Rescue...
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More than 6,000 arrested in Florida immigration crackdown, official says
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Over the last five months, Florida law enforcement officials have arrested more than 6,000 people suspected of being in the country illegally, a U.S. Border Patrol official announced Friday, as the state continues its...
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Push to expand Medicaid in Florida delayed by two years
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Miami Times - Florida
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Saying the state’s new limits on ballot initiatives were too great to immediately overcome, Florida Decides Healthcare announced Thursday that it is putting the brakes on efforts to get a proposed constitutional amendment on Medicaid expansion on...
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Noah and Bo Peep at Lake County Animal Services are looking for a home
WESH 2 the Rescue: Noah and Bo Peep at Lake County Animal Services need a home WE ARE COMMITTED TO FINDING FOREVER HOMES FOR EVERY SHELTER PET RIGHT HERE IN CENTRAL FLORIDA. AND THIS WEEK’S WESH TO THE RESCUE. WE’RE EXCITED TO WELCOME OUR FRIENDS...
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An Illegal Immigration Sweep Nets Huge Results In Central Florida
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1290 WJNO - Florida
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A multi-agency illegal immigration round up in Brevard County over the past four days leads to the arrests of 354 people who are in the process of being deported. Lt. Governor Jay Collins says this sends a clear message if you come to Florida...
State Attorney In Florida Files RICO Charges In $24 Million Illegal Gambling Takedown
Three Defendants Face Life Felony, Money Laundering Counts After Sumter County ‘Casino’ Exploited Seniors Fifth Judicial Circuit State Attorney Bill Gladson and Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) Director Carl Herold today announced formal...
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Pasco County Drivers Brace For FDOT Road Work Starting Sunday
FDOT District 7 announces extensive lane closures and detours across US 19, US 98, and SR 54 from September 28 through October 4. PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Drivers in Pasco County should prepare for significant travel disruptions as the Florida...
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