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Florida’s climate keeps homes functioning year-round. The region’s combination of heat, rain, and tropical storms has shaped a unique approach to architecture. Homes are designed to remain stable in the face of humidity, high winds, and long periods of sunlight. Construction, materials, and layout all help balance safety and comfort through seasonal changes. Across the state, designs are becoming more intentional. Builders and homeowners choose materials that handle pressure and moisture, drainage systems that control heavy rain, and finishes that protect from constant sunlight. This approach creates a reliable and comfortable home no matter what the weather forecast throws at…
FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – A Florida father was arrested after his 5-year-old daughter ingested THC gummies, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies arrived at the Department of Children and Families and found the child’s mother and father, identified as Ka Juan Harris, 29. While in Harris’ custody, the daughter ingested an unknown amount of THC gummies. Reward increased for information on Bradenton murder in 2023 From watches to Lombardi trophies: The Glazer family’s legacy FCSO said Harris did not contact medical personnel after the nonverbal, autistic child showed signs of intoxication. According to an arrest affidavit, the…
VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida boat manufacturer has been arrested for the second time after police say he defrauded five customers out of more than $200,000. The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office said an investigation revealed that each customer had hired Jeffrey Love of Deltona to build custom airboats. Customers paid him thousands of dollars but received “nothing in return other than excuses and stall tactics,” the sheriff’s office said. Polk County Sheriff charges detectives in child rape investigation Volusia representatives said Love was previously arrested in a nearly similar scheme and was already on probation for a felony.…
City Food Hall Orlando will be roaring and having fun on Saturday with the Barks, Bites and Brews Craft Beer Festival from 2 to 6 p.m. VIP guests can get in early and enjoy special limited edition beers at 1 p.m. Sponsored by Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company, City Food Hall Orlando, and Gorsey Local Events, planners envision a fun time to engage humans and their pups. “We love dogs, and we love beer,” says James Cain, CEO and founder of GoSee Local Events, which provides a ticketing platform for local event organizers and other businesses throughout Central Florida. “We have…
Data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) examines each state’s indicators of student migration to rank which states currently retain the most in-state students in higher education and which attract the most out-of-state students. NCES analyzed the number of students enrolling from out of state. Number of students enrolling from within the state. Percentage of state residents enrolled in out-of-state institutions and percentage of state residents enrolled in in-state institutions. Utah ranks first, and Vermont has the lowest percentage of students remaining in the state. Florida findings: Florida ranks 8th in the nation for the percentage of students…
Data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) examined each state’s metrics, including student migration, to rank which states currently retain the most students in higher education within their states and which attract the most out-of-state students. NCES analyzed the number of students enrolling from out of state. Number of students enrolling from within the state. Percentage of state residents enrolled in out-of-state institutions and percentage of state residents enrolled in in-state institutions. Utah ranks first, and Vermont has the lowest percentage of students remaining in the state. Florida findings: Florida ranks 8th in the nation for the percentage…
For fans of the Lord of the Rings movies, it can be hard to believe that 25 years have passed since the four hobbits left the Shire to embark on an unforgettable adventure. The cast members who played Frodo, Sam, Merry, and Pippin are currently reuniting for an 11-city tour across North America, including a stop at MegaCon Orlando on March 21, 2026. The Hobbit Evening: 25th Anniversary brings together Sean Astin, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood, and the show promises to be more than a reunion and “more than a panel discussion.” A “once in a quarter…
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis visited Panama City in Bay County, then traveled to Franklin, Gulf and Walton counties to welcome new law enforcement officers by awarding them $5,000 hiring bonuses. Known as the Florida Law Enforcement Officer Recruitment Bonus Payment Program, more than 9,400 recruitment bonuses have been awarded to new police officers to date. The governor launched the bonus program in 2022 as a way to sway police officers in other states, which are crime-tolerant jurisdictions where prosecutors allow crime to run rampant and local politicians blame law enforcement. “Here in Florida, our law enforcement officers are supported and…
Florida Attorney General James Usmeyer announced that the state has filed a civil enforcement action against Roku, Inc. and its Florida subsidiary alleging violations of the Florida Digital Bill of Rights (FDBOR) and the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA). According to the complaint, Roku is accused of allowing the collection, sale, and re-identification of sensitive personal data, including viewing history, audio recordings, and other information, from children without proper notice or parental consent. The state alleges these actions violate Florida’s consumer protection and privacy laws by misrepresenting the effectiveness of Roku’s privacy controls and by failing to…
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) – It was expected to come back, and it did. The state Legislature is once again facing a controversial bill that sparked intense debate during the last legislative session. House Bill 6003 aims to close what supporters call a fatal legal loophole in wrongful death lawsuits against hospitals. Session 2024-2025: This legislative session, state lawmakers overwhelmingly voted in favor of a bill that would allow more families to file medical malpractice wrongful death lawsuits. However, after the Legislature adjourned, Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed the bill, arguing that it would drive up Florida’s health care costs and reduce…