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Rubio says the change will better fit the National Security Council with Trump’s agenda, but the White House has yet to confirm details.Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirms that the Trump administration is “right sizing” the National Security Council (NSC) and provides the first record statement that appears to be a significant restructuring of the influential White House body.”The appropriate size of the NSC is in line with its original purpose and the president’s vision,” Rubio told Axios in a May 23rd statement.Comments from Rubio, who serves as national security adviser following Mike Waltz’s exit from his role earlier this…
When Gabe Colon and Pam Mostacero heard of the Super Wheel Skating Center in Kendall, Florida, they were scheduled to close in 2023, and they were on their mission to save it.The iconic venue that existed under the names Hot Wheels and Super Wheels has been a Kendall facility since 1986. It was countless birthday parties, unsupervised teen meetups, and weekly bend venues for experienced skaters who had mastered their skills since childhood. However, suddenly in November 2023, owner Thomas Mitchell announced that the location was closed. It was after the Crystal Plaza Strip Mall, where the skating rink is…
The move marks Nike’s first direct partnership with Amazon since 2019. This is because Sportswear Giant is navigating lower sales and rising costs.Nike will resume sales of its products on Amazon’s US platform for the first time since 2019, the company confirmed.The Sportswear giant, which ended its direct partnership with Amazon five years ago, said in its push to build its own consumer-friendly business, the new relationship is part of a broader effort to strengthen the presence of retail.”Nike is investing in our marketplace to ensure that we offer our consumers the right products, the best service and tailored experiences…
Kissimmee, Fla. (WFLA) – Food debate at Kissimmee Checkers restaurant ended with a fatal shooting Wednesday. NBC affiliate WESH reported that filming took place at a popular fast food restaurant at 5780 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway at 10:10pm. Lawmakers said the shooting occurred between customers identified as Checker employees Elijah Travis McKee, 23, and Wesley Robertson. Witnesses told deputies that Mackey and his client were caught up in the debate, during which Robertson made a mild comment on Mackey. Deputies say it was when Mackey reached for his waistband, pulled out a small handgun, and shot Robertson in the…
(Nexstar) – Some families may be eliminating travel this year to save money as Americans feel their wallets are growing thinner and thinner. But for those who still want to leave town, there is a deal to find. Even though the tourism industry has been in a tough year, American travelers have been lucky to find good deals and crowded hotspots. “It’s two,” said Becky Blaine, senior editor at Point Guy. “On the one hand, many destinations and hotels offer deals to attract visitors. On the other hand, there can be fewer overall visits. That means places like national parks…
The supermarket chain Publix reminded me of fruit and vegetable baby food sold in eight states, including Florida.Publix reminds me of the 4-ounce green pear, kiwi, spinach and peas baby food pouches sold in more than 1,400 stores.According to the company’s website, the pouch was produced by Bowman Andros, a French company with a manufacturing plant in Mount Jackson, Virginia. Publix issued a voluntary recall on May 9th, but was not added to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recall list until late Thursday.The potential contamination was flagged by North Carolina officials. This is the first to identify the outbreak…
The majority of funds go to groups of six states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina and North Carolina.The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will provide a $9.7 million grant to the state that will be used to monitor the presence of bacteria on beaches and assess the safety of these sites for beach fans, the Environment Agency said in a May 23rd statement.The funds will be used to monitor water quality on coastal and Great Lakes beaches, and “receiver is needed to notify the public when levels of disease-causing bacteria are at high levels.”Millions of Americans travel to the beach…
HIGH SPRINGS, Fla. (WFLA) — The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is seeking help in solving a murder that occurred over Anniversary weekend a year ago. On May 25, 2024, Marco Mandugiano was murdered at Ginny Springs Park in Gilchrist County. As the first anniversary approaches, Mandujano’s loved ones continue to search for answers along with FDLE. Marcomodoujano with son (left) and girlfriend (right)Credit: Florida Department of Law Enforcement Mandujano was one of the crowds gathered at the park to celebrate last year’s public holidays. According to Fdle, at 11:30pm, a fight broke out near the Devil’s Spring and Tube…
On the last day of patient care at the Planned Parenthood clinic in Marquette, Michigan, a port town on the shore of Lake Superior, dozens of people crowded into the parking lot and alley, holding pink homemade signs that read “Thank You!” and “Forever Grateful.”“Oh my god,” physician assistant Anna Rink gasped, as she and three other Planned Parenthood employees finally walked outside. The crowd whooped and cheered. Then Rink addressed the gathering.“Thank you for trusting us with your care,” Rink called out, her voice quavering. “And I’m not stopping here. I’m only going to make it better. I promise.…
Federal prosecutors said Lina Maria Orovio Hernandez had lived under a stolen identity for more than 20 years. A Columbian woman who illegally lives in Massachusetts was charged on May 22 after allegedly voting in the 2024 election and using her stolen identity to receive more than $400,000 in federal benefits.Federal prosecutors said 59-year-old Lina Maria Orovio Hernandez had lived under a stolen identity for more than 20 years. She is said to have obtained her 9 state IDs, including her actual Massachusetts ID and her US passport.According to the Department of Justice (DOJ), Orovio-Hernandez used his stolen identity to…