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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Attorney General James Usmierer is urging federal transport officials to revoke the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Programs Bureau from California and Washington, a fatal crash that killed three people on Aug. 12. On Monday, Uthmeier announced that his office had sent a formal letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Agency. In the letter, he alleges that both countries issued CDLs to undocumented migrants, which later caused fatal clashes. The Attorney General stressed that the incident underscores the dangers associated with what he called “sanctuary national policy.” “States like California…
A premier luxury destination on the outskirts of Orlando’s Interstate 4, Millenia’s Mall is entering an exciting stage of growth. It is expanding further with 66,000 square feet of luxury retail space as Central Florida’s definitive luxury retail hub. The development greatly enhances the impressive footprint of the mall, which exceeds 1.1 million square feet, and is poised to enhance the shopping experience for both locals and visitors. The expansion will introduce renovations to eight new luxury brands and six existing stores, enhancing the mall’s reputation as a fashion forward and trendset destination. The initiative highlights the commitment of Forbes…
Palm Bay, Fla. — L3Harris Technologies has completed a $100 million expansion of its satellite integration and testing facility in Palm Bay, adding 94,000 square feet to support the development of missile detection satellites. The project, which ended on August 21, is linked to the US Department of Defense’s proposed Golden Dome for America initiative. This is a multi-layer missile defense system aimed at completion by 2028. The expansion is expected to create 100 highly paid jobs with an average salary of $100,000. The Palm Bay site plays a central role in L3Harris’ portfolio of space-based defense technologies. This includes…
ORLANDO, Fla. (WFLA) – Roads around Orlando’s Pulse Nightclub Memorial Site were temporarily closed Monday after packages were found in the area. According to a report by NBC affiliate WESH, Orlando police closed several roads near the West Ester Street crossing before 6pm. Florida will increase immigration enforcement after a fatal crash that involves people living illegally in us The scene was cleared about 45 minutes after the Orlando Fire Station bomb squad crew checked the package. Authorities have not said what’s in the package. Authorities say the package features Walmart branding and was dropped off outside the memorial. The…
TALLAHASSY, Fla. (WFLA) — Florida Attorney General James Usmieyer hopes the federal government will withdraw commercial driver’s license programs and related federal funds from California and Washington. Uthmeier argues that the policies of these two states’ sanctuary states led to a fatal crash that claimed three lives in St. Lucie County earlier this month. While calling on the federal government to revoke commercial driver’s licenses for illegal immigrants, the state is increasingly testing at state entrances for immigrants living in the US who may enter and leave Florida. Lt. Colonel Jay Collins escorts a semi-truck driver accused of killing three…
Gainesville, Fla., August 25, 2025 – The University of Florida Board of Directors unanimously appointed Dr. Donald W. Landry as interim president on September 1, 2025. Dr. Landry is honorary president of Columbia University School of Medicine and Professor Hamilton Southworth at the Presvierian/Columbia Medical Center, New York. He also serves as president of the American Academy of Sciences and Letters and is a recipient of the Presidential Citizens’ Medal, one of the nation’s highest civilian honors. During his tenure in Colombia, Landry oversaw significant growth. Charitable, federal research funding tripled, and the division rose to the third national ranking.…
MIAMI, Fla. (WFLA) — A young girl escaped the invitation narrowly on Thursday as she was back from school in North Miami, officials said. According to an arrest report obtained by NBC 6 South Florida, the girl was walking down Northeast 10th Avenue when she spotted a silver car parked near a construction site. After Sarasota Watermain took a break, the girl drove into the drain She noticed the same car that approached her apartment, police said. The girl was in the rear of the complex when the driver identified as 30-year-old Matthew Duchatellier grabbed her from behind and thrust…
A recent analysis by real estate broker Redfin says more home buyers in Florida are moving away from buying from home. Redfin reports that over 15% of household purchases fell in July, marking its highest rate at a record rate since 2017. San Antonio, Texas nationwide was the city with the highest number of cancellations, with 22.7%. Florida, Fort Lauderdale, Florida (21.3%), Jacksonville, Florida (19.9%), and Atlanta (19.7%) also made the top five highest cancellations at home. Florida is still a hot spot for people moving from other states, but Redfin says the state is currently home to some of…
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Two Florida lottery players recently enriched it and won top prizes from separate scratch-off games. The Florida lottery has announced that Judith Van Hauer of Ellenton has converted its $20 to a $5 million award after purchasing a secret Monopoly vault-off from Circle K at Ellenton’s 5944 20th Street E. Millennial Gen Z Renters travels around restaurants, skip meals rent: Redfin Survey She chose to receive the prize money as a one-time payment, a one-time payment of $2,884,920, the lottery said. The overall odds for victory are 1-in-2.95. Lottery officials also announced that 51-year-old Joel Zebell…
Recent Reports: Florida appeals to delay operation at Alligator Alcatraz ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) – Over the weekend, the federal government asked a Miami judge to order a winding up immigration detention center called “Alligator Alcatraz” that Florida built in the Everglades wilderness and called “Alligator Alcatraz.” A Homeland Security lawyer said last week that the order from US District Judge Kathleen Williams would disrupt the federal government’s ability to enforce immigration laws. They asked the judge to control their demands by Monday evening. The request comes as a third lawsuit was filed at the facility, filed Friday by a civil…