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TALHASSEE – The office of Gov. Ron DeSantis proposed a major rollback to the state’s child labour law earlier this year, with changes made last year to ease work restrictions for minors “didn’t go well enough,” records show.The governor’s office has formulated this year’s law. This allows teenagers to work overnight hours on long shifts without school nights or meal breaks. The office sent an email to Senator Jay Collins, who is Senator Jay Collins and Rep. Monique Miller of R Palm Bay in February, according to an email released by Senator Florida. Records were first reported by Orlando Weekly.Collins…
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. (WFLA) – A Florida woman faces charges of animal cruelty after her dog barely finds her urine standing and her face trapped in matte fur. In December 2024, Charlotte County animal control was notified to poor condition dogs under the care of the owner, 45-year-old Diana holder. 21 horses die after a Florida barn lights: officials Officials said that a Yorkie Mix named Odie had severely covered fur all over her body. “We couldn’t even know where the front of the dog was behind the dog,” Animal Control Officer Brian Jones told NBC affiliate WBBH. Odie was…
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondy said the policy includes “gun owners who comply with unfairly targeted laws.”The Department of Justice (DOJ) said Monday it would remove a “zero tolerance” policy that allows authorities to revoke licenses of gun dealers that could not conduct background checks.The policy known as the strengthened regulatory enforcement policy allowed the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to revoke the licenses of gun sellers who allegedly committed “willful violations.”The DOJ said it is repealing the policy and reconsidering two other rules. One is intended to reclassify a particular firearm as a short barrel rifle,…
Canton – All strict library locations were closed early Tuesday “due to an ongoing police investigation.”The Stark Library issued a statement Tuesday afternoon announcing the closure. All library programs and bookmobile stops scheduled for Tuesday afternoon and evening have been cancelled.”We apologize for the inconvenience, but we appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the safety and happiness of our staff, patrons and our community,” the statement said.Details were not available immediately.Library spokesman Daniel Atter mentioned questions about the ongoing investigation into Canton Police.The main library in downtown Canton was evacuated by police on Monday following reports that a man with…
TALHASSEE – Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration last year diverted a $10 million state settlement to the charity arm of the welfare initiative led by his wife. The unusual infusion of cash was part of a private settlement agreement involving a Florida healthcare administration agency. The money went to the Hope Florida Foundation, a nonprofit organization established by the state to realize Casey DeSantis’ vision of restructuring welfare.Under Florida law, funds from a particular settlement agreement must be deposited in the state trust fund or general income fund.It is not clear whether the law applies as the state refuses to publish…
By Will WeissartWASHINGTON (AP) — Early in the Great Repression, Republicans from Oregon, Rep. Willis Holy and Utah Republican Sen. Reid Smoot thought they had landed in ways that would protect American farmers and manufacturers from foreign competition.President Herbert Hoover signed the Smootholy Tariff Act in 1930, but many economists warned that taxation encouraged retaliatory tariffs from other countries. The US economy has plunged deep into a catastrophic financial crisis that has not retreated until World War II.Most historians look back at Smoot Holy as a mistake that further exacerbated the bad economic situation. But tariffs have a new champion…
Florida Rep. Meg Weinberger Florida lawmakers are currently deliberating on two important laws, two important laws (SB 1830 and HB 1481).These bills are designed to introduce accountability and transparency into state dog breeding practices, establishing minimum standards that ensure dogs grow up in humane and healthy environments and are sold by responsible breeders.Despite the clear benefits these measures offer for both animal welfare and consumer protection, the American Kennel Club (AKC) has taken a firm stand against them. thisOpposition parties prioritize breeders’ interests for the well-being of animals and the masses. It is essential to make it clear that these…
FORT LAUDERDALE – Sam Bennett could be on the sidelines for the remainder of the regular season, Florida Panthers manager Paul Maurice announced Tuesday. With only five playoff games left, the Panthers, who punched tickets last week, will be holding the Toronto Maple Leafs at Amerant Bank Arena at 7pm on Tuesday. “I don’t think he’ll be back,” Maurice said of Bennett’s status following his morning skating at the Baptist Health Iceplex. “We’re going to spend the rest of the season.” Dealing with an upper body injury, Bennett has already missed Sunday’s 2-1 defeat in Detroit. In the midst of…
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – A Charlotte County woman is a multi-millionaire after purchasing a winning scratch ticket on Publix. The Florida Lottery has announced that Port Charlotte’s Jerry Collins has won a $5 million award from the perfect gift scratch game at the Lottery’s Fort Myers district office. She chose to receive the prize as a one-off, one-time payment of $2,989,062. More Florida Lottery Stories: The Florida woman buys a $20 scratch-off on Publix and wins a $5 million former Circle K Secretary. She purchased a victory ticket at Publix, 24051 Peachland Boulevard, Port Charlotte. The store received a $10,000…
Florida’s spring season continues to celebrate the Orlando area with plenty of sunlight and mild temperatures, so event organizers take advantage of it by offering local things.Parkinson’s annual walk, which benefits the Florida Central Parkinson Association, returns to the 11th Community Rally and fundraiser at Crane Roost Park in Altamonte Springs this Saturday. This weekend brings the openings of the 34th Florida Film Festival, a great outdoor weekend weekend at the Orlando Science Center, and several other spring events, including the pet-friendly ones.Here’s how you can enjoy a beautiful spring weekend in Central Florida:Orlando Magic Advisor John Gabriel and Parkinson…