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President Trump has announced a committee to tackle ultra-processed foods in schools under “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA). Leading the lead is Florida Agriculture Secretary Wilton Simpson. The Secretary expressed support for the president’s idea of growing health concerns related to childhood nutrition and consumption of ultra-processed foods. Simpson also said that if bureaucratic barriers prevent current federal efforts from moving forward, his office will take steps to define and address ultra-processed foods in the next Congress. “Make Our Children Healthy Again Assessment” in the “Make America Healthy Again Commission” states: “American diets have been moving dramatically towards ultra-processed foods…
In 2020, 40% of Americans deemed the media reliable. Now, five years later, that number has fallen by double digits. A new Gallup survey shows that only 28% represent a “large amount” or “fair amount” trust in newspapers, radio and television, reporting news completely, accurately and fairly. Decompose it on the party label reveals a significant gap between Republicans and Democrats. 51% of Democrats said they trust what they see and hear from the media. Only 8% of Republicans were confident in the press. In 2015, only 15% of GOP voters trusted the media. Only 27% of independents say they…
As Royal Caribbean’s newest floating behemoth prepares to enter service next year, the company has announced a variety of dining experiences and main stage shows that cruise passengers can enjoy while sailing Legend of the Seas. The company’s third Icon class ship, arriving in Fort Lauderdale next November, will feature 28 dining options. This is a tally larger than a number of its legendary sister ships, both Icon and Star. Highlights include a Hollywoodland supper club and an immersive railroad-themed dining experience. Guests can also enjoy the Broadway hit Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory while sailing on the…
OCALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — An Okaloosa County dog who reported lawmakers to a grandmother who fell on the sidewalk is considered a hero. According to an official from the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office, the man rushed to call 911 because his wife wouldn’t come back from walking his dog. Body camera footage shows the man telling the aide who answered the man that his wife was missing for more than an hour, although he normally only had 10 to 15 minutes. Americans living in Florida with immigrant husbands, potential for self-deportation to keep their families together The footage was…
TALHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) – Pressure is rising in Washington, D.C. as Democrats and Republicans continue to clash on the sixth day of government shutdown. Here in Florida, leaders hope that a simple fix will come soon. “How did you get here? Why is Washington tied to the knot now?” said House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on the sixth day of the shutdown. D.C. Republicans continue to highlight “clean” measures while Democrats hope to fund the government through November 21st, and Democrats continue to fight for seats at the table. Florida’s Democratic Party Chairman Nikki Fried says the showdown has been…
TALHASSEE, Fla. — US Sen. Rick Scott is calling on the Trump administration to take strong action to secure the US drug supply chain and reduce reliance on foreign-made generic drugs, particularly from China and India.In a letter sent to Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and US trade representative Jamieson Greer, Scott praised the administration for moving forward with the “America First” agenda, but urged him to move forward with a Section 232 investigation into imported drugs. The investigation could pave the way for tariffs or other measures aimed at boosting drug production in the country.Scott warned that dependence on…
Sunrise, Fla. – In partnership with the Champions Collective, Florida Panthers players, coaches, management and staff at Select Hockey Operations received the 2025 Stanley Cup Championship Ring tonight at a private event at the War Memorial Auditorium in Faucurdale. Panthers players, coaches and hockey operations officials received the 2025 Stanley Cup Championship Ring, handmade in 14 carat white and yellow gold with over 450 diamonds and real rubies. “When designing this ring, we wanted to properly commemorate the 2024-25 Florida Panthers story, a team defending the title against overwhelming odds to bring another championship to South Florida.” “The ring represents…
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – These fluffy insects may look soft and cute, but as one of the most toxic caterpillars in the country, they pack a serious punch. Ultimately growing into muss in the south flannel, Puss Caterpillar is north to New Jersey and Texas, and is commonly found in Florida in the spring and fall. They look harmless, as if they’re only 1 inch long and covered with soft hair, but hidden beneath the obscure appearance is the sharp spine that sticks to your skin and conveys a very painful stab wound. A US citizen living in Florida with…
BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – Three people were injured in an “ambush” shooting in Cocoa, Florida Monday afternoon, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivy said. The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office said shooting investigations are ongoing in the Clear Lake Road and Minnie Street areas south of Florida State’s Cocoa campus. Ivy said some people got out of the car and began shooting at the parked vehicle. The three victims were taken to a local hospital. “It seems like this was an ambush that happened. It’s kind of retail, if that’s the case, it looks like a very isolated incident. There’s no…
MIAMI (AP) – The rainbow crossing, intended to celebrate the history and contributions of Miami Beach’s LGBTQ+ community, was removed from the city’s iconic Ocean Drive Entertainment District about two months after Florida officials ordered the removal of all street art throughout the state. Workers with the Florida Department of Transport began tearing the colorful pavement Sunday afternoon just two days after learning that Miami Beach officials had lost their appeal against the state order. By Monday, the intersection was paved with asphalt. Pedestrians were rainbow-colored, Monday, October 6th, 2025, celebrating the history and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community. Miami…