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TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Florida Democrats are calling on Gov. Ron DeSantis to intervene to close a funding gap that will leave millions of people without SNAP benefits this weekend. As the government shutdown approaches a month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced last week that it will not have enough money to cover Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits starting November 1. That’s why Democrats are asking the governor to declare a state of emergency to open up access to emergency funds and take other steps to keep people fed during the federal shutdown. “Devastating”: Cat. 5 Hurricane Melissa…
Over the past two months, Barna Group has conducted a survey of people who have recently attended church. Over the past several years, church leaders in several denominations have reported a decline in church attendance. But a reversal may occur. Barna’s findings show that young people and more men are attending worship services, raising questions about whether a revival is occurring. Young Gen Z men: Millennials born between 1999 and 2015 and between 1984 and 1998 are responsible for the increase. “Contrary to past reports of significant declines, church attendance in the United States is showing signs of resurgence, particularly…
STARK, Fla. (AP) – A Florida man convicted of raping and murdering his neighbor decades ago was executed Tuesday evening in the state’s record 15th execution this year. Norman Mir Grimm Jr., 65, was pronounced dead at the Florida State Penitentiary near Starke after receiving three different drug injections. He was convicted of sexual assault and first-degree murder in the July 1998 death of Cynthia Campbell. At 6 p.m., the scheduled execution time, the curtain to the death chamber was immediately raised. Grimm was already strapped to a table, arm outstretched, and hooked up to an IV. Asked if he…
Recognizing the importance of respectful and principled debate, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the winner of next year’s Ronald Reagan presidential debate at the Florida Civil Debate Initiative (FCDI) State Championships will be awarded a $50,000 scholarship and a trophy named after Charlie Kirk.Runners-up will receive a $25,000 scholarship, two semifinalists will receive $15,000 each, and four quarterfinalists will each receive $10,000. “We have worked hard to make Florida a national model for civics education,” said Governor DeSantis. “The Florida Citizenship and Debate Initiative reflects our commitment to fostering students’ appreciation of America’s founding principles. The winner of the next…
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the population on probation increased from 3,064,200 on January 1, 2023 to 3,103,400 on December 31, 2023, a 1.3% increase. Probation officers supervise criminal defendants on probation and keep them out of jail. Those on probation must follow very strict guidelines. Probation terms can be very difficult to manage, and the consequences can affect the rest of a person’s life. Hiring a probation attorney can help resolve these issues. When it comes to legal issues, a probation attorney can be a valuable ally. Those who are struggling with the terms of their probation,…
According to statistics released by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, the number of annual bankruptcy filings in 2024 reached a total of 517,308. This strategy allows individuals and businesses unable to pay their debts to have their debts forgiven or come up with repayment plans under the protection of federal courts. Medical bills and medical bills can push people into bankruptcy. If you or a family member gets into an accident or develops an illness that requires long-term treatment, you can quickly incur huge medical bills that even your insurance won’t be able to pay for. According to a lawyer specializing…
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) — As Florida high school students gear up for their annual debate and speech competition this spring, the first-place award just received a new name: the Kirk Award, honoring the life of Charlie Kirk, the late conservative activist who was murdered on a Utah campus in September 2025. Gov. Ron DeSantis said the change was an effort to stimulate speech and debate across the state, something Kirk was known for on college campuses. But not everyone is praising the move. “The winner of the next Florida Civic and Debate Initiative State Championship will take home the Charlie…
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – On Tuesday, Bucs head coach Todd Bowles sat down with NewsChannel 8’s Eileen Natiuk for an exclusive weekly interview, “Bucs and Bowles,” and summarized their blowout victory over the New Orleans Saints in the Crescent City. “At 6-2 with guys we’ve been losing to before, it’s great to see all of our previous players step up and get thrown into the fire,” Bucs head coach Todd Bowles said. “Yes, the bye week is something that this group has been looking forward to. We’re definitely going to come out with a win, don’t get me wrong, but…
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida zip code has taken the top spot as the most expensive zip code in the United States. For the past decade, real estate database PropertyShark has published a ranking of the most expensive postal codes. The company revealed earlier this month that 33109 Fisher Island in Miami Beach will be the most expensive ZIP code in the country in 2025, with a median sales price of $9.5 million. Aerial view of Fisher Island in Miami (Getty Images) This is the first time a Florida zip code has topped the list. PropertyShark reported that Fisher…
OCALA, Fla. (WFLA) – The Ocala Police Department says an 18-year-old girl was struck and killed by a car while walking to a bus stop Monday morning. Police first reported the fatal crash in a rural area of Ocala around 7:15 a.m. The incident resulted in the closure of all lanes of Northwest Old Britchton Road as law enforcement conducted an initial investigation and worked to clear the scene. Video: Nearly 18 inches of rain washes away ground just feet from Florida homes “We are saddened by this death and offer our support to the family and school community during…