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Florida pursues charge against suspect in Trump assassination attempt for a crash after his arrest
Read full article: Florida pursues charge against suspect in Trump assassination attempt for a crash after his arrestFlorida authorities say they're pursuing a criminal case against a man accused of trying to assassinate President-elect Donald Trump for a car crash that occurred after his arrest.
Would-be Trump assassin now charged with felony attempted murder in connection with crash that injured 6-year-old: AG
Read full article: Would-be Trump assassin now charged with felony attempted murder in connection with crash that injured 6-year-old: AGA release from the governor’s office indicated the news conference would be “on a matter of law and order” but did not offer specifics.
Florida has highest burglary rate this time of year, FBI data shows
Read full article: Florida has highest burglary rate this time of year, FBI data showsFlorida leads the nation with more than 88 reported burglaries per 100,000 people. That’s nearly four times the national average of 22.5 per 100,000.
Trump, DeSantis attend memorial services held for 3 Palm Beach deputies who died in collision
Read full article: Trump, DeSantis attend memorial services held for 3 Palm Beach deputies who died in collisionHeavy hearts and profound sadness this morning as family members, friends, fellow police officers, fire rescue, first responders, and the community come together to remember these brave individuals who were killed in a tragic accident in Palm Beach County.
Florida objects to lawsuit from major publishers, argues removing school books doesn’t violate the First Amendment
Read full article: Florida objects to lawsuit from major publishers, argues removing school books doesn’t violate the First AmendmentFlorida education leaders are trying to fend off a lawsuit filed by major publishing companies and authors over the removal of books from school libraries, disputing allegations that a controversial state law violates the First Amendment.
Florida bail bondsman arrested, accused of offering female inmates bond in exchange for sex
Read full article: Florida bail bondsman arrested, accused of offering female inmates bond in exchange for sexA Florida bail bondsman has been charged with human trafficking and racketeering after allegedly offering female inmates bond in exchange for sex.
Florida law seeking to limit youth access to social media violates First Amendment rights, nonprofit says
Read full article: Florida law seeking to limit youth access to social media violates First Amendment rights, nonprofit saysIn a long-anticipated move, two internet-industry groups filed a constitutional challenge on Monday to a new Florida law aimed at keeping children off social media platforms.
Key Florida port damaged by Hurricane Miltion gets $9.5 million to jumpstart recovery
Read full article: Key Florida port damaged by Hurricane Miltion gets $9.5 million to jumpstart recoveryGov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference on Monday afternoon at SeaPort Manatee to detail the state’s recovery efforts.
8 Jacksonville first responders honored for saving infant from fentanyl overdose
Read full article: 8 Jacksonville first responders honored for saving infant from fentanyl overdoseOn Wednesday, eight Jacksonville first responders were given Back the Blue Awards for saving an infant suffering from a fentanyl overdose.
LIVE: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Winter Haven amid protests against Florida state parks development plans
Read full article: LIVE: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Winter Haven amid protests against Florida state parks development plansGov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday is set to hold a news conference with law enforcement officials in Winter Haven.
‘I lost my daughter to fentanyl’: Parents tell their pain-filled stories at Florida summit amid ‘social health crisis’
Read full article: ‘I lost my daughter to fentanyl’: Parents tell their pain-filled stories at Florida summit amid ‘social health crisis’Their voices were a heartbreaking reminder that fentanyl continues to be the number one drug threat in Florida and across the country.
LIVE: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference at South Florida drug store to talk about cracking down on retail theft
Read full article: LIVE: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference at South Florida drug store to talk about cracking down on retail theftFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday is set to hold a news conference at a drug store in South Florida.
Florida voters will decide whether to protect abortion rights and legalize pot in November
Read full article: Florida voters will decide whether to protect abortion rights and legalize pot in NovemberThe Florida Supreme Court will allow the state’s voters in November to decide whether to protect abortion rights and legalize recreational use of marijuana.
Families of unsolved homicide victims say cold case unit will bring relief
Read full article: Families of unsolved homicide victims say cold case unit will bring reliefFamilies of unsolved homicide victims in Jacksonville said the Florida Cold Case Unit will help families waiting for justice and answers.
Abortion initiative hits milestone for getting in front of Florida voters
Read full article: Abortion initiative hits milestone for getting in front of Florida votersA petition initiative that would enshrine abortion rights in the Florida constitution has reached the necessary number of verified signatures to qualify for the 2024 ballot.
‘I know injustice when I see it’: Florida AG investigating college football committee over FSU playoff snub
Read full article: ‘I know injustice when I see it’: Florida AG investigating college football committee over FSU playoff snubIn a step toward a potential lawsuit, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody on Tuesday demanded wide-ranging information from the College Football Playoff Selection Committee about Florida State University’s exclusion from the upcoming four-team playoff.
Florida Attorney General announces JAXPORT joining efforts to help spot, report human trafficking
Read full article: Florida Attorney General announces JAXPORT joining efforts to help spot, report human traffickingAttorney General Ashley Moody will make an announcement today on how the addition of the Jacksonville Port Authority will help Florida’s continued efforts to combat human trafficking.
Could Florida be next state to legalize recreational marijuana? Supporters want you to decide
Read full article: Could Florida be next state to legalize recreational marijuana? Supporters want you to decideThe proposal aims to give voters the choice of legalizing recreational marijuana use for individuals aged 21 and older.
TELL US: How would you feel if Florida legalized recreational marijuana for adults?
Read full article: TELL US: How would you feel if Florida legalized recreational marijuana for adults?The Florida Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday about a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow recreational use of marijuana by people ages 21 and older.
Florida Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday on marijuana initiative
Read full article: Florida Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday on marijuana initiativeThe Florida Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday about a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow recreational use of marijuana by people ages 21 and older.
Florida attorney general takes legal action against ‘unscrupulous’ solar company accused of scamming local customers
Read full article: Florida attorney general takes legal action against ‘unscrupulous’ solar company accused of scamming local customersThe News4JAX I-TEAM is getting results after a solar company was accused of scamming thousands of dollars from its customers.
Florida attorney general, against criticism, seeks to keep abortion rights amendment off 2024 ballot
Read full article: Florida attorney general, against criticism, seeks to keep abortion rights amendment off 2024 ballotFlorida’s Republican attorney general is asking the state Supreme Court to keep a proposed abortion rights amendment off the ballot.
20 arrested, accused in $5 million Medicaid transportation scheme involving Jacksonville company
Read full article: 20 arrested, accused in $5 million Medicaid transportation scheme involving Jacksonville companyInvestigators said the company billed Medicaid for thousands of patient trips that never happened. The trips were supposed to help patients receive medical care.
AI is making it easier for your kids to fall victim to sextortion
Read full article: AI is making it easier for your kids to fall victim to sextortionFlorida’s Attorney General is warning that artificial intelligence is making it easier for criminals to trick kids into sending nude photos and videos and then blackmail them into sending money, or worse.
‘I call these murder pills’: Volusia County drug bust keeps over 200 grams of fentanyl off the streets
Read full article: ‘I call these murder pills’: Volusia County drug bust keeps over 200 grams of fentanyl off the streetsA long-term drug bust investigation led to the arrest of multiple people accused of distributing several kilos of fentanyl in Volusia County.
DeSantis suspends Orlando area prosecutor, saying she has ‘abused discretion,’ ‘breached duties’
Read full article: DeSantis suspends Orlando area prosecutor, saying she has ‘abused discretion,’ ‘breached duties’Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis has removed another Democratic prosecutor, this time the state attorney from the 9th Judicial Circuit, which covers Orlando.
AG Moody hits back at Florida travel advisories issued by civil rights groups
Read full article: AG Moody hits back at Florida travel advisories issued by civil rights groupsThree separate civil rights groups have issued their own travel warning for tourists visiting Florida citing recently passed legislation that the groups say has created a shadow of fear in Florida.
Florida sending troops, officers to Texas to help with border control
Read full article: Florida sending troops, officers to Texas to help with border controlGov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday said Florida “stands ready” and will send Florida National Guard troops and law-enforcement officers to Texas to help with border control as he nears an expected announcement of a White House bid.
Florida grand jury issues scathing report on migrant flights through JAX, as attorney general calls for changes in laws
Read full article: Florida grand jury issues scathing report on migrant flights through JAX, as attorney general calls for changes in lawsA scathing grand jury report from the Florida Supreme Court details federal flights filled with migrant children coming through Jacksonville International Airport in 2021.
What parents can discuss with children about spring break to keep them safe
Read full article: What parents can discuss with children about spring break to keep them safeWith spring break in full swing, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is reminding families about the dangers of synthetic opioids and other illegal drugs.
Florida pet store must pay for sick, dying puppies, attorney general says
Read full article: Florida pet store must pay for sick, dying puppies, attorney general saysAn Orange County pet store has been ordered to pay $85,000 to consumers after the Florida attorney general’s office said customers were deceived and sold sick or dying puppies, News4JAX sister station WKMG-TV News 6 reports.
2022 Holiday Consumer Protection Guide for Floridians: Make sure your holidays are happy
Read full article: 2022 Holiday Consumer Protection Guide for Floridians: Make sure your holidays are happyConsumer protection agencies and state leaders are joining in a chorus ahead of the shopping season hoping to make sure that you and your loved ones have a happy holiday.
Republicans sweep Florida Cabinet races
Read full article: Republicans sweep Florida Cabinet racesThe Florida Cabinet returned to an all-Republican lineup Tuesday as outgoing Senate President Wilton Simpson was elected agriculture commissioner and Attorney General Ashley Moody and state Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis won second terms.
Florida Attorney General warns families about Halloween candy tainted with fentanyl
Read full article: Florida Attorney General warns families about Halloween candy tainted with fentanylFlorida Attorney General Ashley Moody said this could be the scariest Halloween of her lifetime -- that is why she’s warning families to watch out for candy tainted with the deadly drug fentanyl.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office disrupts drug trafficking operation between Florida & California
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff’s Office disrupts drug trafficking operation between Florida & CaliforniaA suspected multi-kilogram drug trafficking organization that brought fentanyl, cocaine and meth into Northeast Florida was disrupted when the Clay County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit got involved.
‘One pill can kill’: Florida attorney general issues fentanyl warning to college students
Read full article: ‘One pill can kill’: Florida attorney general issues fentanyl warning to college studentsFentanyl is a deadly synthetic opioid that can easily mix with other drugs to the point where you may not know it’s there.
Clarification: Prosecutor Suspended-Florida story
Read full article: Clarification: Prosecutor Suspended-Florida storyIn a story published Aug. 21, 2022, The Associated Press reported on how the successor to suspended state attorney Andrew Warren in Tampa has dropped her predecessor’s practice of not prosecuting many misdemeanors.
DeSantis suspends elected prosecutor over new abortion law
Read full article: DeSantis suspends elected prosecutor over new abortion lawFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis has suspended the elected state prosecutor of Tampa for pledging not to enforce the state’s new 15-week abortion ban and for supporting gender transition treatments for minors.
Walgreens, Florida settle opioid costs lawsuit for $683M
Read full article: Walgreens, Florida settle opioid costs lawsuit for $683MThe Walgreens pharmacy chain has reached a $683 million settlement with the state of Florida in a lawsuit accusing the company of improperly dispensing millions of painkillers that contributed to the opioid crisis.
Sheriff: 41 charged in multi-agency, year-long takedown of Florida gang leadership
Read full article: Sheriff: 41 charged in multi-agency, year-long takedown of Florida gang leadershipA Florida sheriff says 41 people are charged with dozens of crimes in an effort to take down the leadership of a group called the Sex Money Murder gang.
DeSantis, Cabinet honor FHP trooper who put self in harm’s way to protect runners in 10K
Read full article: DeSantis, Cabinet honor FHP trooper who put self in harm’s way to protect runners in 10KFlorida Highway Patrol Trooper Toni Schuck was honored Tuesday morning by Gov. Ron DeSantis and the state Cabinet for her quick efforts in stopping a motorist who drove past road closure signs during the Skyway 10K Bridge Run earlier this month.
Immigration bill gets backing in Florida House
Read full article: Immigration bill gets backing in Florida HouseFollowing the lead of Gov. Ron DeSantis, Florida House members Thursday began moving forward with a controversial proposal to try to boost immigration enforcement and target companies that transport undocumented immigrants into the state.
State ends appeal in health worker vaccine case
Read full article: State ends appeal in health worker vaccine caseAfter a U.S. Supreme Court ruling this month that backed the Biden administration, Florida has dropped its appeal in a legal fight against federal COVID-19 vaccination requirements for health-care workers.
Moody calling on businesses to train employees on recognizing signs of human trafficking
Read full article: Moody calling on businesses to train employees on recognizing signs of human traffickingFlorida Attorney General Ashley Moody is recruiting businesses to train their employees on recognizing the signs of human trafficking.
Moody announces efforts to help law enforcement, prosecutors dismantle retail theft rings
Read full article: Moody announces efforts to help law enforcement, prosecutors dismantle retail theft ringsFlorida Attorney General Ashley Moody held a news conference Tuesday with state lawmakers to announce legislative efforts to help law enforcement and prosecutors dismantle retail theft rings.
Get a text about tracking a package? Pause before you click the link!
Read full article: Get a text about tracking a package? Pause before you click the link!Scammers know we're all using technology to keep an eye on our package shipments during the holiday season -- and they're ready to take advantage.
Florida drops appeal over federal immigration policies
Read full article: Florida drops appeal over federal immigration policiesAs Gov. Ron DeSantis launched another broadside against the federal government’s immigration policies, the state on Friday said it is dropping a legal challenge against the Biden administration over immigration directives issued early this year.
Florida governor vows to continue federal fighting health care vaccination rule
Read full article: Florida governor vows to continue federal fighting health care vaccination ruleThe state of Florida has been dealt an initial blow in its battle to block a federal rule requiring health care workers to get vaccinated.
Florida attorney general releases guide to help protect holiday shoppers
Read full article: Florida attorney general releases guide to help protect holiday shoppersFlorida Attorney General Ashley Moody on Monday released a guide that aims to help protect holiday shoppers spot scams, recalls or any fake shopping sites set up on the internet.
Federal judge refuses to block health care vaccination rule in Florida
Read full article: Federal judge refuses to block health care vaccination rule in FloridaA federal judge has quickly rejected Florida’s request to block a Biden administration requirement that workers at hospitals, nursing homes and other health-care providers be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Don’t fall for this scam offering to put vaccination status on your driver’s license
Read full article: Don’t fall for this scam offering to put vaccination status on your driver’s licenseFor those who have gotten the COVID-19 vaccine, it might be tempting to have your vaccination status at your fingertips in case you need to travel somewhere out of state that requires proof of vaccinations.
K9s For Warriors receives ‘Back the Blue’ award, donates Station Dog to JSO
Read full article: K9s For Warriors receives ‘Back the Blue’ award, donates Station Dog to JSOThe men and women who work for the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office will find some welcome relief from the stress and anxiety that come with the job -- thanks to a newly “hired” co-worker.
Florida AG says caregiver’s $12K fraud denied elderly victim proper burial
Read full article: Florida AG says caregiver’s $12K fraud denied elderly victim proper burialA woman arrested in St. Johns County is accused of stealing more than $12,000 from an elderly victim and using the money for personal reasons, including paying court costs in a different case, Attorney General Ashley Moody said.
$5K signing bonus among proposals DeSantis touts to recruit law enforcement personnel
Read full article: $5K signing bonus among proposals DeSantis touts to recruit law enforcement personnelTo combat the issue of law enforcement vacancies and attract recruits, Gov. Ron DeSantis and Attorney General Ashley Moody announced three new policy proposals for next year’s Legislative session.
Embattled leader of Florida domestic violence coalition to repay $2 million after scandal
Read full article: Embattled leader of Florida domestic violence coalition to repay $2 million after scandalThe Department of Children and Families (DCF) and the Office of Attorney General have settled pending civil actions involving the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Inc. (FCADV), its officers and directors, and the FCADV foundation for more than $5 million, the state announced Thursday.
State seeks to skirt mediation in challenge to Florida protest law
Read full article: State seeks to skirt mediation in challenge to Florida protest lawLawyers for the state are seeking to sidestep mediation ordered by a federal judge, in a legal challenge to a controversial law championed by Gov. Ron DeSantis aimed at cracking down on violent protests.
Judge blocks contribution cap for ballot initiatives
Read full article: Judge blocks contribution cap for ballot initiativesDelivering a second punch to the Florida Legislature in two days, a federal judge on Thursday blocked a new law that would cap contributions to political committees backing ballot initiatives, saying the law runs afoul of the First Amendment.
State of Florida fires back in cruise ship fight
Read full article: State of Florida fires back in cruise ship fightOn the eve of a court hearing, Attorney General Ashley Moody’s office pushed back Wednesday in a fight with the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about restrictions on cruise ships during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Man on Death Row wants DNA test to prove innocence. Florida’s Attorney General says no
Read full article: Man on Death Row wants DNA test to prove innocence. Florida’s Attorney General says noNext month, July 19 will mark the 45th anniversary of a man’s arrival on death row, who since the beginning has claimed his innocence in the killing of his wife and her family.
Crime-fighting resources now on display in Florida tax collector offices, Moody says
Read full article: Crime-fighting resources now on display in Florida tax collector offices, Moody saysInformation about crime-fighting and prevention initiatives will now be on display in tax collector offices across the state, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody announced Wednesday.
Florida cruise ships could sail again by the summer, DeSantis says
Read full article: Florida cruise ships could sail again by the summer, DeSantis saysA day after a federal judge heard arguments in Florida’s request for a preliminary injunction against federal restrictions that have idled the cruise-ship industry during the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Ron DeSantis expressed optimism Thursday that he would be successful in court and cruise ships will sail again by the summer.
Florida Attorney General seeks injunction in cruise ship case
Read full article: Florida Attorney General seeks injunction in cruise ship caseTwo weeks after suing federal health officials, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has asked a judge for a preliminary injunction to block restrictions on the cruise-ship industry.
State report finds fewer economic crimes against seniors in 2020
Read full article: State report finds fewer economic crimes against seniors in 2020Florida recovered $1.7 million for the state’s seniors last year in refunds, savings, and money simply stolen from them. It’s part of an ongoing effort to fight exploitation and fraud.