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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A Mexican national twice previously deported from the United States has been charged with illegal re-entry, federal prosecutors announced. Ignatio Mateos Herrera, 33, was charged federally with unlawful reentry of a previously deported noncitizen. If convicted, he faces up to two years in federal prison, followed by deportation and removal from the United States. U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe announced the charges. According to the indictment, immigration authorities removed Mateos Herrera from the United States on March 18, 2016, and again on April 27, 2017. Federal prosecutors allege that Mateos Herrera then returned to the United States…

ORLANDO, Fla. — An Orlando pharmacy and its pharmacist have agreed to pay $50,000 to settle allegations that they violated the federal Controlled Substances Act by filling fraudulent prescriptions and failing to maintain required records. Plaza Pharmacy LLC and pharmacist Paul Ezeobinwa have reached a settlement with the federal government following an investigation by the Drug Enforcement Administration, U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe announced. According to the settlement agreement, Plaza Pharmacy and Ezeobinwa failed to properly identify 104 fraudulent prescriptions, including 193 refills, between December 22, 2021, and March 21, 2024. Federal authorities alleged that as a result of that…

Many drivers believe that their car insurance premiums suddenly drop when they turn 25. New data from CarInsurance.com shows the reality is much more dramatic and starts much earlier. A recent analysis of average auto insurance premiums by age found that 18-year-old drivers pay an average of $7,498 per year for full coverage, compared to $3,044 for 25-year-old drivers. That’s a difference of $4,454 per year. Some notable discoveries: An 18-year-old pays an average of $7,498 per year. Teenage drivers pay more than four times as much as experienced middle-aged drivers. Once you turn 25, your average premium drops to…

Want to visit the places where American patriots helped win the Revolutionary War? There’s nothing in Florida. In the 1770s, most people in what is now Florida supported the British. But as our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, the Sunshine State is home to several Revolutionary War relics, including a stone fort that worried George Washington. and the creek where British supporters pushed back the Georgia Patriots and where the British ultimately lost Florida to Spain. Castillo San Marcos began guarding St. Augustine in the 1600s. (St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau) Castillo San Marcos National…

The Orlando Science Center is rocking with a fresh laser-lit presentation after a $7 million top-to-bottom dome renovation is complete. Laser shows have been a staple entertainment for generations of Orlandoans, and while they incorporate nostalgic elements, they also incorporate modern technology that provides clearer images and hair-raising sounds. The Lock Haven Park Museum previewed some of its expanded lineup (several Taylor Swift hits and a full Queen show) to members of the media this week. These two artists will be on deck for premiere shows Friday and Saturday as part of the Science Center’s Stellar Nights event. What can…

Universal Orlando has added a 2-Park Pass for Florida residents with unlimited admission to Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida through December 16th. Early adopters will receive access for 5+ months. Price is $199 ($194 for ages 3-9). The validity period includes the start date of the seasonal parade at Studio Park and the park’s holiday celebrations, including the Grinchmas Who Rides Day Spectacular at IOA starting November 14th. Tickets include access to the Hogwarts Express, a train-inspired attraction that connects Wizarding World of Harry Potter locations at both parks. According to Universal’s website, this pass does not include…

Fans of 4Roots Farm know about the agricultural nonprofit located in Packing, Orlando. A high-tech hydroponic district with a focus on sustainability and growing beautiful crops on a vast farm campus. Issues including food insecurity. But John Rivers, founder of City Beautiful Barbecue fame, had more education in mind. It is in this spirit that 4Roots Farm’s monthly Harvest to Table event brings the spoils of its “living classroom” from farm to table. These hands-on dinners have a variety of focuses, from the style of eating to the people you eat with (from hat tips to Father’s Day programs in…

It has gathered dust. There’s no other honest way to say it. Belgium defeated the United States 4-1 in the round of 16, but if you take away the goals and just look at the flow of play, the lead appeared to be wider than the scoreline indicated. The two goals came from our own defensive mistakes. The third one is born out of goaltender hesitation and will be shown in coaching clinics for years as an example of what not to do. I still shake my head when I think about it, it really sucks…and that’s the end of…

Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton will host this year’s general election debates, with the U.S. Senate debate scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 13, followed by the gubernatorial race on Thursday, Oct. 15. Both debates will be broadcast from 7 to 8 p.m. ET, with a one-hour time zone delay in Panama City and Pensacola. “Decision 2026: Before YOU Vote” is the longest-running television debate series in modern Florida history. Partners on the project include Florida Trend, the James Madison Institute, the Florida Newspaper Association/Foundation, the LeRoy Collins Institute, and the project’s lead production station, WPBF/25, the Hearst-owned ABC affiliate in…

Investor protection does not end if your account makes a loss. Significant investment losses often raise two questions at once. The first is financial. What happened to my account? The second one is legal. Was the loss due to normal market risk, or did the broker, stockbroker, or financial advisor do something that might support the claim? For many wronged investors, the answers don’t start in court. It starts with FINRA arbitration. FINRA arbitration is a popular forum for customer disputes involving FINRA member securities firms and their registered representatives. Investors don’t need to master all the procedural rules before…