'It's been a rough couple of years': Death of beloved Florida manatee, Asha, highlights ongoing threats, risks
By Ben Crosbie and Fresh Take Florida
Florida bill aims to ban social media for teens, but it's unclear which platforms will be covered - if any of them
By Erina Anwar and Fresh Take Florida
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DeSantis calls for more parental control, as Florida Legislature passes blanket social media ban for kids under 16
“Parents need to have a role in this,” he said at a news conference. He added, “We can’t say 100% of the uses are bad.”
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Florida teens warn that proposed social media ban may have unforeseen consequences
The bill passed the House last month and was expected to clear the Senate on Wednesday.
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So far this year, state wildlife officials have recorded 83 deaths across the state through Feb. 9.
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Few students apply to Florida universities after DeSantis order to help Jewish students, others
The governor’s order announced last month waives application fees and, in some instances, grants in-state tuition to transfer applicants.
By Lauren Brensel and Fresh Take Florida
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Tampa Bay leaders say new law banning people from sleeping in public fails to address homelessness
By Suzanne Townsend
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs bill allowing people to purchase giant bottles of wine
By News Service of Florida
Tampa Bay Rep. Kathy Castor doesn’t approve of Florida Supreme Court’s ‘stalling tactics’ on abortion rights
By Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix
Florida Supreme Court approves recreational pot amendment for November ballot
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