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Andrew Pollack, shown here at the Capitol in Tallahassee last year, is the newest member of the state Board of Education. His daughter, Meadow, was killed at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.

'My First Priority Is Removing Runcie,' Says Parkland Victim's Father, Now On Board Of Education

The newest member of the powerful state board that regulates education in Florida is singularly focused on ousting the superintendent of the state's...

On Wednesday in Harare, Zimbabwe, a police officer stands guard over people who were arrested during protests against increased gas prices.

Zimbabwe Orders Second Internet Shutdown In A Week Of Deadly Protests

Critics accuse the government of constricting Internet use to stop the circulation of images showing a security forces responding violently to protests over increased gas prices.

Four Fathers Distillery owner Tim Daniels smelling a batch of his Black Copper Rum.

Sun-Powered Booze: Local Distillery Installs Solar Tech Made In Jacksonville

A steam-boiler powered by new solar technology manufactured in Jacksonville is now being used to make whiskey, bourbon, vodka and rum at a local…

A proposed law could change the time frame on abortions.

A State Representative Filed A Bill That Would Ban Abortions Once A Heartbeat Is Detected.

Update 2/26/19 : Two Republican state lawmakers wants to ban abortions in Florida once a heartbeat is detected. Rep. Mike Hill (R-Pensacola), first...

Andrew Pollack, father of slain Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School student Meadow Jade Pollack, joined by his sons, speaks during a listening session with President Donald Trump in February 2018.

DeSantis Rejects Parkland Father's Appointment To Board of Education

This week's Florida Board of Education meeting might be the first and last for Andrew Pollack, the father of a Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School...

New Florida Department of Transportation Leader

A new Secretary for the Florida Department of Transportation was selected today. A week after being recommended to Governor Ron DeSantis, Kevin Thibault...

Reverend Dr. R.B. Holmes, one of the task force organizers, lays out plans to help federal workers.

Altruistic Spirit Burns Bright as Community Leaders Aid Federal Workers

A 27-day U.S. government shutdown, the longest on record, has sparked altruism in the hearts of community leaders.

Picture are Governor Ron DeSantis (left) addressing reporters in Bay County, and Congressman Neal Dunn (right) speaking on the House floor.

State and Federal Officials Try To Help Recovery Efforts

Hurricane Michael tore apart Northwest Florida in October leaving more than 20 million cubic square yards of debris. Moves were made at both the state...

Photos: The Women's March In Washington

Started in 2017, the protest movement advocates for the rights of women, immigrants, people of color and the LGBTQ community.

Local Response To Viral Video

After a video of a confrontation between a group of students and a Native American activist at the Lincoln Memorial went viral, conflicting narratives have made what actually happened unclear.

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