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McCullough's Positive Presence Sets the Tone for the Marlins' Future
The mood around Miami has been moving forward, as a winning culture is arising in South Florida
Seminole Tribe Sues DraftKings for Running Illegal Sports Betting in Florida - WRUF 98.1 FM | 850 AM
The battle over sports betting rights in Florida is heading to court with the Seminole Tribe defending its exclusive rights to sports gambling in the state. The Seminole Tribe is suing DraftKings and CEO Jason Robins, claiming the company violated Florida’s 2021 Gaming Compact and is operating an illegal sports betting business. Through the 2021
Florida voters express dissatisfaction with political candidates skipping debates
Political ads are saturating Florida's airwaves, with attack ads like "Byron Donalds is a liar" and "David Jolly wants to tax you more!" playing nonstop, but debate stages remain empty in some of the state's biggest races, leaving voters questioning why candidates won’t face each other.
Florida Department of Health in Clay County expands services for student athletes
The Florida Department of Health in Clay County has expanded its clinical services to include school and sports physicals along with electrocardiogram screenings.
Last Call for 10.8.26 – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics
A digest of the day's politics and policy while the bartender refreshes your drink.
Activists, doctors clash over vaccine repeal proposal at Florida health panel hearing
Florida Department of Health wants to remove the immunization requirements for Hepatitis B, varicella (chicken pox), Haemophilus influenza type b (Hib) and pneumococcal conjugate to attend Florida schools. At a public meeting Thursday, parents rights activists and doctors clashed over the plan.
Ladapo: Eliminating vaccine mandates isn't about science, it's about parents' rights
Florida State Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo is a well-known vaccine skeptic. But on Thursday he said the state’s drive to change its rules to eliminate four vaccines children are required to take to enter school or daycare centers has nothing to do with science or the efficacy of the vaccines. It is about putting parents […]
Florida health officials meet amid fierce debate over childhood vaccine plans
The hearing was one of the last steps before Florida's new vaccine guidelines take effect.
Milania Giudice apologizes to ‘Real Housewives’ mom Teresa after airport incident
NEW YORK — Milania Giudice has publicly apologized to her mother, “Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Teresa Giudice, following an incident at a Florida airport last month. Milania offered
Lee Health Foundation hires Kayla Reiter - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Oct. 7, 2026 – Lee Health Foundation welcomes Kayla Reiter as marketing communication coordinator. In this role, Reiter supports the Foundation’s marketing and communication strategy by helping tell meaningful stories that connect […]
Holy Cross Health is Only South Florida Hospital to Earn the American Heart Association’s Commitment to Quality Award - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Holy Cross Health achieved high performance in stroke, heart failure and diabetes from AHA’s Get With The Guidelines® program. October 7, 2026 – For the second consecutive year, Holy Cross Health has received the American […]
BROWARD HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER CANCER PATIENTS RECEIVE TOTES FOR HOPE FROM AUTONATION - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
AutoNation Associates joined members of the Broward Health Medical Center team to deliver Totes for Hope care bags for cancer patients undergoing treatment at the hospital. October 8, 2026 – […]
Nicklaus Children’s Health System Honored with Inaugural Champion for Children’s Care Award from Joint Commission - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Nicklaus Children’s Health System receives the inaugural Joint Commission Champion for Children’s Care Award. October 8, 2026 – Nicklaus Children’s Health System is pleased to announce that it has been […]
Florida Department of Health Holds Public Hearing on Proposed Revisions to School Immunization Rule
The Florida Department of Health held a public hearing on proposed revisions to Rule 64D-3.046, Florida Administrative Code, related to immunization requirements for school and childcare entry.
Florida State's defensive keys vs Louisville
Florida State's defense will face a tough test against Louisville's offense. Here's five keys for them to slow them down.
Florida still projected for College Football Playoff by CBS Sports
DEspite a brutal loss in Week 5 to Missouri, Florida football is still projected to reach the College Football Playoff by CBS Sports.
Florida slips two spots in CBS Sports' SEC power rankings after Week 5
Florida football fell a couple of spots in CBS Sports' SEC power rankings after Week 5 but still remains among the top five schools in the conference.
New St. Pete Polls survey has Ashley Moody at 47%, Angie Nixon at 45%, and the Senate race still inside the margin of error
U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody leads Democrat Angie Nixon 47% to 45% in a new St. Pete Polls survey for Florida Politics, a narrow edge for the Republican inside
Byron Donalds 45%, David Jolly 45%: St. Pete Polls finds the Governor's race deadlocked with four weeks to go
Both candidates gained a point since September; Jolly's lead among independents is now 17.
Florida woman charged in $330K fraud case targeting Hanover business’ bank account
A 41-year-old Florida woman is facing felony charges in “an elaborate computer fraud scheme” that left a Hanover County business out $330,000.
Isaias Update: Decisions, Decisions…
Good day, err’body. As of Thursday morning’s NHC advisory there has been no significant changes to the track of what is now Hurricane Isaias – an intensifying storm right. Upon approach and eventual landfall along the northern Gulf coast – near Mobile Bay or perhaps closer to the Pensacola/Perdido Key area in the Florida panhandle – increasing […]
Republican megadonors dominate 2026 midterm election as crypto and AI money surges, CNBC analysis finds
Fourteen of the 20 biggest donor groups CNBC analyzed are Republican-aligned as crypto, AI and betting money reshapes 2026 midterm spending.
Why are dengue cases surging in Florida this year? An 'unlucky' combination of factors, experts say
Dengue fever infections are booming in Florida this year, with more local cases than usual and the state's first dengue-related death in nearly a century. Why?
How political polling went astray and became a partisan tool
Modern polling faces a crisis of credibility as both the method as well as the partisan bent of surveys of would-be voters taint results.
Free mental health fair connects Brevard community with resources
After his son's schizophrenia diagnosis transformed his family's life, Rev. John Baggett turned personal tragedy into advocacy.
Roaches Galore: 12 more Central Florida eateries shut down over health issues
Last week, over a dozen Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down (at least temporarily) after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.
holding space in music therapy for patients with dementia
They call it music therapy, which is too imprecise a term to describe what really happens sometimes, when music touches a person sliding into eternity through a gradually darkening tunnel
Naples Film Festival highlights indie films and new talent
Naples International Film Festival Producer Shannon Franklin grew up in Naples and got her theater degree from the University of Florida, but her area code is all “Hollywood.”
Baptist Health Breaks Ground on New Home of Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute and Announces $75 Million Total Gift to Neuroscience Research and Care - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Stephen Blumenthal, Board Chair, Baptist Health Foundation ,Alex Villoch, Chief Executive Officer, Baptist Health Foundation ,Michael McDermott, M.D., System Chief Executive of Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care, Chief Medical […]
Seminoles Should Focus on Aerial Assault vs. Louisville
Florida State has been on a roll the last two weeks. After getting its first ACC win of the season in a 38-7 beat down of Virginia, the Seminoles are looking for their third straight win against a Louisville squad that does not defend very well against the pass.
Florida HC Jon Sumrall Provides Injury Update on Key Receiver
As the Gators aim to rebound against South Carolina, the status of star playmaker Vernell Brown III remains uncertain following a pivotal practice update from Gainesville.
Right wing laughter to take center stage in Naples
Three years ago, Arynne Wexler was working in the tech industry. Two years ago, she became a TikTok darling of the political right.
Florida man in Maine to finish 12,000-mile walk for mental health awareness
A Florida man who has walked across America to raise mental health awareness has arrived in Maine to finish his journey.
Florida Hosts 4-Star WR in Attempt to Flip Commitment
Jon Sumrall and the Florida Gators are working to flip the commitment of a four-star wide receiver and have him join their 2027 class.
Todd Golden, Florida Land 4-Star Center for 2027 Class
Todd Golden and the Florida Gators are adding to their 2027 class with a four-star center committing to the program.
Jupiter lighthouse gears up for events through late 2027
The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum is preparing to shine even brighter, with a packed lineup of special events closing out 2026 and a full calendar of new experiences already
Competitive House races see massive influx of ad spending over past week
In one Florida district rated a “toss-up,” there was an outpouring of $5.7 million.
Award-Winning QB Ashton Daniels's Season Needs Re-Evaluation
Davey O'Brien National QB of the Week Ashton Daniels willed the Florida State Seminoles to victory last Saturday against Virginia, setting a school record with five rushing touchdowns in a 38-7 win. With two losses to ranked teams, the blame for the team's misfortune hardly belongs to Daniels alone.
NLR Chamber CEO to exit for Florida post
The North Little Rock Chamber of Commerce announced Tuesday (Oct. 6) that President and CEO Derrell Hartwick will depart the organization effective October 9, 2026. Hartwick has served more than...
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County and Henderson Behavioral Health Win Community Catalyst Award - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Ty Richardson, Interim President & CEO of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce; Vivian Demille, COO of Henderson Behavioral Health; Shari Thomas, Director of Youth & Family at Henderson […]
5 Central Florida restaurants shut down after health inspections last week
The Department of Business and Professional Regulation shut down five Central Florida restaurants during the week from Sept. 28-Oct. 4 after conducting health inspections.
Florida poll: Republicans lead in the races for governor and Senate
The new survey shows the state’s Hispanic voters shifting away from President Donald Trump after Republicans made gains in 2024.
Could the future of AI be determined by Florida Republicans?
Trump wants the GOP to be a pro-AI party. Ron DeSantis has a different idea.
Politics turns up the heat on latest plan to strike vaccines; groups lawyer up
TALLAHASSEE – Another clash over vaccine mandates in Florida is coming Thursday, when state health officials will hear from the public about striking four
Personnel note: Retailers add Chase Bohannon to government relations team
'He will be missed in my office, but he is an immediate asset to the Florida Retail Federation.'
Central Florida students ‘scout’ out coveted nuclear science merit bad
With the help of dedicated Airmen from the Air Force Technical Applications Center here, 89 inspired scouts from across Central Florida traveled to Patrick SFB Sept. 19 to earn the coveted Nuclear
Florida Department of Health warns of mosquito-borne illnesses in tested Manatee County chickens
DOH- Manatee and the Manatee County Mosquito Control District are coordinating surveillance and prevention efforts by source reduction.
Former CIA official accused of stealing $40M in gold bars pleads guilty
A former senior CIA official pleaded guilty on Tuesday in Virginia to a charge that he abused his position and government funds to enrich himself by acquiring Florida real estate and hundreds of gold bars worth over $40 million, according to court records.
Eva Maria Urrechaga, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
October 6, 2026 – Vascular surgeon Eva Maria Urrechaga, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care at Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute. She specializes in evaluating […]
Lee Health Announces Executive Leadership Promotions - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Oct. 6, 2026 — Lee Health is proud to announce several executive leadership promotions that will help guide the health system as it continues to expand access to high-quality care […]
BROWARD HEALTH : An Emergency Physician Discusses Dengue - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Dr. Craig Harrison, an emergency physician at Broward Health Medical Center, discusses how to prevent and treat dengue, who is most at risk, and when it is time to go […]
Florida plummets in CBS Sports' power rankings after blowout loss
Florida's first loss of the season sent the Gators tumbling in CBS Sports' latest college football power rankings.
Florida case of locally acquired dengue confirmed in Broward County
The Florida Department of Health in Broward County confirmed a human case of locally acquired dengue fever.
Jadan Baugh still in USA TODAY Sports' Heisman Trophy race, but barely
Despite a disappointing performance against Missouri in Week 5, Florida football's star running back Jadan Baugh remains in the Heisman Trophy hunt.
Jackson Health Foundation Celebrates Historic $15 Million Gift From Double-Lung Transplant Survivor Carlos Peralta - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Carlos Migoya, Silvia Rios Fortun, Flavia Llizo, Carlos Peralta and his wife Mariana, Dr. Mauricio Pipkin, and David Zambrana Transformational donation expands lung ICU and names the Carlos Peralta and […]
LIVE: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference on health care in West Palm Beach
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is scheduled to hold a news conference at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday in West Palm Beach.
Where USA TODAY Sports sees Florida playing its bowl game after Week 5
The Florida Gators have fallen out of USA TODAY Sports' College Football Playoff predictions and are now projected to play in this in-state bowl game.
Beach advisory issued in Miami-Dade for elevated bacteria levels
The Florida Department of Health issued a health advisory for a Key Biscayne beach due to elevated levels of bacteria in nearby waters.
Former Cocoa Beach classmates are now Orlando Health doctors. Photos
Former classmates from Cocoa Beach Jr./Sr. High, Dr. Anita Fazeli and Dr. Srividya Kannan will share an Orlando Heath location in Viera.
Jacksonville Young Republicans back Wyman Duggan for Mayor
The GOP infrastructure is uniting behind a well-known name.
The Kids in the Arena: Spectrum Business Keeps Florida Esports Facility Connected
With Spectrum Business Internet Gig, Valhallan Esports Training now has reliable high-speed, low-latency connectivity so young gamers have a safe, supportive environment to play their favorite games.
Holy Cross Health Offers $100 Mammograms During Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Uninsured patients qualify for the promotional rate, available from October 1 to 31. October 5, 2026 – During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Holy Cross Health is offering screening mammograms and […]
Mama Mia Magic Celebrates 20+ Years of Bringing Magic and Entertainment to South Florida
Miami magician Mama Mia Magic celebrates more than 20 years of bringing magic shows, characters and party entertainment to South Florida.
South Florida business owner shares story of Uruguayan heritage, hard work, perseverance
South Florida man turns passion for healthy food into business of his own
South Florida business owner says hotel won’t pay clean up bill - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports
A South Florida man has worked hard to grow his small business. Starting with a single truck, he’s now up to nine. But when heRead More
This Weekend in Gators Sports: Tennis Wins Big, Swim and Dive Stays Perfect
Florida swimming and diving and men’s tennis posted strong results on the road over the weekend. Gators men’s tennis returned to Gainesville stamping 15 wins on the weekend at the three-day Bedford Cup hosted by UCF, while Florida men’s and women’s swim and dive remained undefeated against Kentucky 31-0 all time. Men’s Tennis: Doubles Title […]
A Florida university focuses on space medicine to train future astronaut healthcare providers
A university is expanding its space medicine program to train future physicians to care for astronauts before, during, and after space missions.
Legends Radio spotlights JB Berkow’s lifelong art passion
JB Berkow is the founder of Benzaiten Center for Creative Arts in Lake Worth Beach. LEGENDS RADIO / COURTESY PHOTO This week's Legends Radio Local Artist Spotlight shines on accomplished artist and passionate advocate for the arts, JB Berkow. For more than five decades, JB Berkow has dedicated her life not only to creating art but also to making sure art has a place to thrive. Her work has been exhibited throughout the country in galleries, museums, and universities, and is held in permanent collections, including the Vatican’s Contemporary Art Collection in Italy, Boston University, and Palm Beach International Airport. Her passion for supporting other artists began early. At age 26, Berkow founded Touchstone Gallery in Washington, D.C., which became a highly successful cooperative gallery. She later brought that same entrepreneurial spirit to South Florida, founding Frenchman’s Art Gallery and Studios in Juno Beach in 1995. She opened Rosetta Stone Fine Art Gallery in 2003. In 2015, JB took her commitment to arts education even further by founding the nonprofit Benzaiten Center for Creative Arts. The 15,000-square-foot facility in Lake Worth Beach is home to Florida’s largest publicly accessible glassblowing hot shop and offers instruction in glassblowing, fusing, flameworking, and glass casting. The center also provides free classes to approximately 1,000 underserved children and young adults with disabilities each year. Its “Fragments Reimagined” art therapy program for veterans with PTSD recently received a $100,000 Impact 100 grant. In addition to her work as an artist and advocate, Berkow has authored four books, including Shades of Love and What They Didn’t Teach You in Art School. For JB, art has always been about more than creating something beautiful. It’s about opening doors, inspiring others, and making creativity an important part of life.That is why JB Berkow is in this week’s Legends Radio Local Artist Spotlight.
Science Teacher Arrested, Accused of Dragging 7th Grader 20 Feet by the Arm
A Florida middle school teacher was arrested after school surveillance video allegedly showed her pulling a student out of a classroom by the arm. Fada Concepcion, a seventh-grade science teacher at T...
FSU becomes first college campus to install interactive Hope Booth to support student mental health
Florida State University has become the first college campus in the nation to install a Hope Booth, an innovative resource designed to expand access to
Barkov Timeline Throws Cold Water on Dylan Larkin Trade
Barkov's 10-to-12-week timeline gives Florida only temporary cap relief, cooling the Dylan Larkin trade talk. #RedWings
Florida running back apologizes to coach after disappointing game
Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh entered Saturday’s game against the Missouri Tigers as a legitimate Heisman Trophy contender. Unfortunately for him and the Gators, he didn’t exactly perform that way on Saturday. Now, he’s apologizing directly to his coach. Just a week after a lopsided win over Ole Miss thrust the Gators into the…
FSU's Mike Norvell earns major honor amid growing scrutiny
After a week of mounting pressure surrounding his future at Florida State, Mike Norvell earned CBS Sports' ACC coach of the week recognition.
Richie Floyd: Bernie’s 2016 Campaign Changed My Life
In 2021, Richie Floyd was elected to the St Petersburg City Council, becoming the first openly socialist elected official in Florida in over a century. Writing in Jacobin, Floyd explains how Bernie’s ...
Holiday magic returns with sugar sparkle at holiday event
Holiday magic is getting a storybook twist when Quantum House brings back Sugar Plum Dreams.
Florida earns 'F' grade from CBS Sports after Missouri beatdown
Unsurprisingly, Florida football earned a failing grade from CBS Sports for its performance against the Missouri Tigers on the road in Week 5.
FSU data scientist receives NSF CAREER Award to develop AI model to analyze complex numerical data at scale
A Florida State University artificial intelligence and data scientist has earned one of the most prestigious early career faculty awards to develop a new
DHS buys three detention centers in California for $950 million
The GEO Group, a Florida-based private prison corporation, announced Monday that it had sold the detention facilities, including the Adelanto ICE Processing Center, totaling 2,644 Beds.
Florida's Jadan Baugh Has Another Tough Challenge Against South Carolina
After Missouri stifled the Heisman frontrunner, the Gators must revive their ground game against a relentless Gamecocks front to avoid a devastating mid-season collapse in Columbia.
Florida takes a plunge in USA TODAY Sports' Week 5 re-rank
Florida football's Week 5 road loss to the Missouri Tigers sent the Gators tumbling down USA TODAY Sports' re-rank.
How will Florida's minimum wage increase to $15 affect workers and businesses?
A University of South Florida economics professor shares insight on concerns over the recently raised minimum wage in Florida on "The Florida Roundup."
GTA VI Writers Sidestep Trump and MAGA, as Rockstar’s Rupert Humphries Says Florida Satire Targets Conspiracy Theories Instead
Rockstar said there won't be any references to specific trends or persons in GTA VI, as the game focuses on stuff like conspiracy theories.
Top Workplaces 2026: Wemert Group named top workplace for small businesses
Orlando-based real estate brokerage Wemert Group Realty has been named one of the Orlando Sentinel’s top workplaces in Central Florida among small businesses, meaning it has 100 or fewer employees.
NAMI Central Florida highlights mental health resources during Mental Illness Awareness Week
Freddy Morello Jr., CEO of NAMI Central Florida, discusses free resources, new programs, and an upcoming gala during Mental Illness Awareness Week.
Top Workplaces 2026: LJA Engineering takes top spot for large businesses
Empowering employee growth through a stock ownership plan, LJA Engineering is the Orlando Sentinel’s 2026 Top Workplaces in Central Florida winner in the large business category.
Florida commissioner’s social media on science standards aims for attention
A roundup of Florida education news from around the state
Florida commissioner’s social media on science standards aims for attention
The big story: When Henry Mack III became Florida’s education commissioner in the summer, public education advocates expressed high hopes for the positive way he kicked things off with school official...
TendedBar installs countertop beverage system at Clearwater entertainment center
TendedBar has installed its countertop beverage dispensing system at Launch Family Fun Center in Clearwater, Florida, according to a company LinkedIn post.
An El Niño–fueled ocean wave could raise California flood risks as Florida’s vaccine debate sparks outbreak concerns
An El Niño–driven ocean surge threatens coastal flooding, researchers warn that a plan to loosen vaccine requirements will increase measles risks in Florida, and experts debunk a viral TikTok cold remedy
Backlash to Trump hasn’t bolstered Florida Democrats’ voter registrations
More than twice as many Democrats switched their party to Republican since September 2024 than the other way around.
How will Florida's minimum wage increase to $15 affect workers and businesses?
A University of South Florida economics professor shares insight on concerns over the recently raised minimum wage in Florida on "The Florida Roundup."
Herbie Thiele launches new Tallahassee public affairs firm
Herbie Thiele launches public affairs firm blending lobbying and communications.
Rockstar Traveled Across Florida With Gang Members and Cops for GTA 6 Research
Rockstar has discussed travelling across Florida with gang members and cops for GTA 6 research, and hovering in a helicopter above a Beyonce concert.
Budget 'unicorn' Brian Clark leaves Florida House for PinPoint Results
Clark spent eight years as the House's health care Budget Chief.
Can the Seminoles Men’s Basketball Take the Next Step?
After coming within one shot of being on the March Madness bubble last season, Florida State enters Year 2 under Luke Loucks, looking to take the next step and get to the Big Dance for the first time since 2021.
Rembrandt etchings offer insight into the master’s vision
This exhibition offers a rare opportunity to explore Rembrandt's etchings up close, revealing intricate details visible with provided magnifying glasses, highlighting his innovative techniques and storytelling beyond his famous paintings.
Christina Mezes, D.O., Joins Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute as a Urogynecologist
October 1, 2026 – Board-certified obstetrics and gynecology physician and fellowship-trained urogynecologist Christina Mezes, D.O., has joined the Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute in Boca Raton, a part of Baptist Health South Florida. Dr. Mezes provides care for women with pelvic floor disorders, including pelvic organ prolapse and urinary and fecal incontinence. […]